Daily Current Affairs - 2026-02-15
Q1The RISE Conclave 2026, aimed at reinforcing Research–Industry–Startup Synergy for Viksit Bharat 2047, recently concluded in which Indian city?Options
ABengaluruBHyderabadCChennaiDNew Delhi
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Chennai
Explanation
The RISE Conclave 2026, focused on Research–Industry–Startup Synergy for Viksit Bharat 2047, was inaugurated by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh and concluded in Chennai.
Q2Which government agencies and youth organizations are collaborating to remove 8 lakh kg of single-use plastic waste in Tamil Nadu?Options
ANCC and Scouts & GuidesBNSS and NYKSCRed Cross and Youth Hostels AssociationDForest Department and Wildlife Trust of India
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NSS and NYKS
Explanation
National Service Scheme (NSS) and Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) volunteers are undertaking an initiative to remove 8 lakh kg of single-use plastic waste across Tamil Nadu.
Q3Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently inaugurated a new flyover at which junction in Adyar, Chennai?Options
AKathipara JunctionBMadhya Kailash JunctionCAnna Salai JunctionDTidel Park Junction
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Madhya Kailash Junction
Explanation
CM Stalin inaugurated a new flyover at the Madhya Kailash Junction in Adyar, Chennai, to ease traffic congestion.
Q4Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has urged the Prime Minister to grant citizenship status to which specific group residing in the state?Options
ARohingya refugeesBBangladeshi immigrantsCSri Lankan TamilsDAfghan asylum seekers
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Sri Lankan Tamils
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin has written to the Prime Minister urging citizenship status for registered Sri Lankan Tamils living in India.
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Q5A ground bird census recently began at which wildlife sanctuary in Tamil Nadu?Options
AMudumalai Wildlife SanctuaryBKalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger ReserveCVedaranyam Wildlife SanctuaryDSathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary
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Vedaranyam Wildlife Sanctuary
Explanation
The ground bird census, an important ecological survey, recently commenced at the Vedaranyam Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu.
Q6In Tamil Nadu, the work to widen a 39-km-long Forest Road has kicked off in which hill region?Options
AJawadhu HillsBKolli HillsCYercaud HillsDPalani Hills
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Jawadhu Hills
Explanation
Work has commenced on widening a 39-km-long Forest Road in the Jawadhu Hills, aimed at improving connectivity and infrastructure in the region.
Q7Which initiative has been launched in Coimbatore to create awareness about cybercrimes?Options
ACoimbatore Cyber GuardsBKovai Cyber WarriorsCTech City Cyber SafetyDDigital Security Brigade
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Kovai Cyber Warriors
Explanation
'Kovai Cyber Warriors' is an initiative in Coimbatore focused on creating awareness among the public about cybercrimes and online safety.
Q8The Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based Public Distribution System (PDS) was recently launched in which city?Options
ABengaluruBMumbaiCChennaiDGandhinagar
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Gandhinagar
Explanation
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah launched the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based Public Distribution System (PDS) in Gandhinagar, the capital of Gujarat.
Q9According to Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar, new semiconductor plants inaugurated by PM Modi will propel India to become a global hub for which sector?Options
AAutomobile manufacturingBBiotechnologyCAerospace engineeringDSemiconductor manufacturing
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Semiconductor manufacturing
Explanation
Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar stated that the new semiconductor plants inaugurated by PM Modi will make India a 'Semicon Hub for the World'.
Q10The Supreme Court recently directed states to file affidavits on the protection of how many wetlands identified by ISRO?Options
AOver 1 lakhBOver 5.5 lakhCOver 10 lakhDOver 2.5 lakh
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Over 5.5 lakh
Explanation
The Supreme Court has issued directions to states and Union Territories to submit affidavits concerning the protection of over 5.5 lakh wetlands that have been identified by ISRO.
Q11Which national initiative is revolutionizing mental health care in India?Options
APradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha YojanaBAyushman Bharat Digital MissionCTele MANASDNational Health Mission
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Tele MANAS
Explanation
Tele MANAS is a national initiative focused on providing accessible and comprehensive mental health care services across India, revolutionizing the sector.
Q12Which educational institution pioneered the 'Consortium-Driven Innovation Model' that enables immediate and appropriate technology commercialisation?Options
AIIT BombayBIIT DelhiCIIT MadrasDIISc Bengaluru
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IIT Madras
Explanation
IIT Madras pioneered the 'Consortium-Driven Innovation Model', which has proven effective in technology commercialisation, as highlighted by Dr. Jitendra Singh.
Q13The IndiaSkills West Regional Competition recently commenced in which city, focusing on future-ready skills?Options
APuneBAhmedabadCGandhinagarDJaipur
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Gandhinagar
Explanation
The IndiaSkills West Regional Competition, emphasizing skills for the future, recently kicked off in Gandhinagar, the capital of Gujarat.
Q14Construction of a permanent building to store EVMs and VVPATs has begun in which two districts of Tamil Nadu?Options
AVillupuram and CuddaloreBRanipet and TirupatturCSalem and DharmapuriDTheni and Dindigul
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Ranipet and Tirupattur
Explanation
Work has commenced on constructing a permanent building for storing Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) units in Ranipet and Tirupattur districts.
Q15According to recent data, what trend has been observed in the Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) in India?Options
ADeclined steadilyBRemained stagnantCMaintains upward momentumDFluctuated unpredictably
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Maintains upward momentum
Explanation
The Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) has maintained an upward momentum, while the unemployment rate has declined and the overall Worker Population Ratio (WPR) has risen.
Q16Which edition of Tamil Nadu's economic survey is likely to be released on Monday?Options
AFirst editionBSecond editionCThird editionDTenth edition
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Second edition
Explanation
The second edition of Tamil Nadu's economic survey is expected to be released, providing insights into the state's economic performance.
Q17How many new BS6 buses were recently flagged off in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu?Options
A10B16C25D30
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16
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16 new BS6 buses were flagged off in the Nilgiris, enhancing public transport and adhering to stricter emission norms.
Q18By which fiscal year is India's nuclear power capacity set to triple, as affirmed by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh in Rajya Sabha?Options
A2028–29B2031–32C2035–36D2040–41
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2031–32
Explanation
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed Rajya Sabha that India's nuclear power capacity is set to triple by the fiscal year 2031–32 through fast-track expansion.
Q19At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, what is positioned at the core of India’s Inclusive AI Vision by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)?Options
AResearch and DevelopmentBSkillingCInfrastructure DevelopmentDInternational Collaboration
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Skilling
Explanation
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) emphasized that skilling will be at the core of India’s Inclusive AI Vision during the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
Q20Which Tamil Nadu-based institution co-hosted a G20 Jan Bhagidari event panel discussion on the Indian Economy and Climate Change with the RBI?Options
AAnna UniversityBMadras Institute of Development Studies (MIDS)CIIT MadrasDUniversity of Madras
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Madras Institute of Development Studies (MIDS)
Explanation
RBI and Madras Institute of Development Studies (MIDS) jointly hosted a G20 Jan Bhagidari event with a panel discussion on the Indian Economy and Climate Change.