Daily Current Affairs - 2026-02-25
Q1In which of the following districts will Chief Minister M.K. Stalin lay the foundation stone for Mini TIDEL Parks on February 26?Options
AErodeBThanjavurCCuddaloreDSalem
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Erode
Explanation
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is set to lay the foundation stone for Mini TIDEL Parks in Erode, Tirunelveli, and Virudhunagar districts on February 26.
Q2Which Union Department is spearheading the initiatives to enhance mobile connectivity and broadband services in rural and remote areas of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry?Options
AMinistry of Electronics and Information TechnologyBDepartment of TelecommunicationsCMinistry of Rural DevelopmentDMinistry of Communications
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Department of Telecommunications
Explanation
The Department of Telecommunication is leading initiatives to provide mobile connectivity and broadband services to rural and remote areas of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Q3Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal recently launched projects worth over ₹1,500 Crore at which major port in Tamil Nadu to boost green and digital maritime infrastructure?Options
AChennai PortBEnnore PortCV.O. Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port)DKaraikal Port
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V.O. Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port)
Explanation
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched projects worth over ₹1,500 Crore at V.O. Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port) in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.
Q4R. Nallakannu, a veteran leader from Tamil Nadu whose last rites were held with full state honours, was associated with which political party?Options
ADravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)BAll India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)CCommunist Party of India (CPI)DCongress
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Communist Party of India (CPI)
Explanation
R. Nallakannu was a veteran leader of the Communist Party of India (CPI) from Tamil Nadu.
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Q5The Madras High Court recently ordered a CBI probe into graft charges at which prominent university in Tamil Nadu?Options
AAnna UniversityBBharathiar UniversityCMadurai Kamaraj UniversityDUniversity of Madras
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Madurai Kamaraj University
Explanation
The Madras High Court ordered a CBI probe into graft charges at Madurai Kamaraj University.
Q6The Tamil Nadu State Highways department is awaiting Central government funds for the repair of which National Highway in Coimbatore district?Options
ANH 44BNH 181CNH 38DNH 66
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NH 181
Explanation
The State Highways department is awaiting Central government funds to repair National Highway 181 in Coimbatore district.
Q7In the context of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, which political party is noted for its 'women-led grassroots push' incorporating AR (Augmented Reality) outreach?Options
AAIADMKBDMKCBJPDCongress
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DMK
Explanation
The DMK is implementing a 'women-led grassroots push' that blends politics with AR (Augmented Reality) outreach for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Q8A recent incident of human-wildlife conflict involving a wild elephant occurred in which hills of Tamil Nadu?Options
ANilgiri HillsBAnaimalai HillsCThalavadi HillsDJavadi Hills
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Thalavadi Hills
Explanation
A woman was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Thalavadi Hills, Tamil Nadu.
Q9Which college in Chennai recently hosted the National Drone Challenge with participation from DGCA and ISRO officials?Options
AIIT MadrasBCollege of Engineering, GuindyCKCG College of TechnologyDSRM Institute of Science and Technology
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KCG College of Technology
Explanation
The National Drone Challenge was held at KCG College of Technology in Chennai.
Q10The pilot project for CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency)-based food subsidy distribution under the PMGKAY scheme is set to be launched in which Union Territory/State?Options
ATamil NaduBPuducherryCKeralaDKarnataka
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Puducherry
Explanation
A CBDC-based food subsidy distribution pilot under PMGKAY is to be launched in Puducherry.
Q11The Union Cabinet recently approved the 'Urban Challenge Fund' with an outlay of ₹1 Lakh Crore. What is its primary objective?Options
ATo provide housing for urban poorBTo drive market-led urban transformationCTo improve public transport in mega-citiesDTo fund smart city projects only
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To drive market-led urban transformation
Explanation
The Urban Challenge Fund aims to drive market-led urban transformation across the country.
Q12What is the main purpose of the 'Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0' recently approved by the Union Cabinet?Options
ATo provide direct loans to startupsBTo mobilize venture capital for India's startup ecosystemCTo fund government-owned incubatorsDTo offer tax exemptions for new businesses
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To mobilize venture capital for India's startup ecosystem
Explanation
The 'Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0' aims to mobilize venture capital for India’s startup ecosystem.
Q13What was the primary issue encountered with ISRO's NVS-02 satellite, which led to an 'Orbit Raising Challenge' being discussed by scientists?Options
ACommunication failure with ground stationBSolar panel deployment issueCPropulsion system anomalyDNavigation system malfunction
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Propulsion system anomaly
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ISRO scientists explained that a propulsion system anomaly was the primary issue encountered with the NVS-02 satellite, leading to its 'Orbit Raising Challenge'.
Q14India recently deepened its Artificial Intelligence (AI) partnership through the SITAC Framework with which European country?Options
AGermanyBFranceCSwedenDUnited Kingdom
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Sweden
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India and Sweden deepened their AI partnership through the SITAC Framework.
Q15Which organization recently achieved a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ recognition for “Most viewers of an Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare lesson live stream on YouTube”?Options
AAIIMSBIIT DelhiCNBEMSDNITI Aayog
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NBEMS
Explanation
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) achieved the Guinness World Record.
Q16What is the announced theme for International Customs Day 2026, as per the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)?Options
ACustoms fostering global tradeBCustoms protecting society through vigilance and commitmentCDigital customs for a seamless futureDCustoms facilitating economic growth
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Customs protecting society through vigilance and commitment
Explanation
The theme for International Customs Day 2026 is 'Customs protecting society through vigilance and commitment'.