Daily Current Affairs - 2026-03-01
Q1Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi recently inaugurated infrastructure projects worth over ₹4,400 crore in which city of Tamil Nadu?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCMaduraiDTiruchirappalli
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Madurai
Explanation
The Prime Minister inaugurated infrastructure projects worth over Rs. 4,400 crore in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. These projects aim to improve connectivity and benefit the local populace.
Q2The PM MITRA Park, where nearly 190 acres have been allotted to investors, is located in which district of Tamil Nadu?Options
ASalemBKarurCErodeDVirudhunagar
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Virudhunagar
Explanation
The PM MITRA Park, a mega textile park, is located in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu. It is a significant initiative to boost the textile sector.
Q3Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal recently launched projects worth over ₹1,500 crore at VOC Port, focusing on green and digital maritime infrastructure. In which city is VOC Port located?Options
AChennaiBThoothukudiCCuddaloreDKaraikal
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Thoothukudi
Explanation
The V.O. Chidambaranar Port (VOC Port) is a major port located in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The new projects aim to enhance its green and digital maritime capabilities.
Q4What advanced propulsion technology was recently successfully demonstrated by DRDO, enabling longer range for missiles?Options
ACryogenic Engine TechnologyBSolid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) TechnologyCHypersonic Scramjet TechnologyDLiquid Propellant Engine Technology
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Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) Technology
Explanation
DRDO successfully demonstrated the Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology. This technology is crucial for developing long-range air-to-air missiles.
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Q5The passenger ferry service between India and Sri Lanka, which commenced on October 14, 2023, connects Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu with which port in Sri Lanka?Options
AColomboBGalleCTrincomaleeDKankesanthurai
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Kankesanthurai
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The passenger ferry service connects Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu, India, with Kankesanthurai in Sri Lanka, enhancing bilateral connectivity and trade.
Q6What is the approximate thrust (in kN) of India's indigenously developed cryogenic engine, touted as the world's most powerful?Options
A100 kNB150 kNC200 kND250 kN
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200 kN
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India's indigenously developed cryogenic engine has a thrust of 200 kN, marking a significant achievement in space technology despite earlier international sanctions.
Q7The "Naagam" app, recently mentioned in news, is an initiative in Tamil Nadu primarily aimed at what purpose?Options
AMonitoring water levels in damsBListing and training snake rescuersCProviding agricultural market pricesDTracking public transport routes
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Listing and training snake rescuers
Explanation
The "Naagam" app aims to create a directory of trained snake rescuers and facilitate their services, ensuring safe snake rescue and rehabilitation in Tamil Nadu.
Q8According to a recent ISRO study, what was identified as the primary cause of the flash flood that occurred in Uttarkashi in August 2025?Options
ACloudburstBGlacial lake outburst floodCIce-patch collapseDExcessive rainfall
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Ice-patch collapse
Explanation
An ISRO study concluded that the August 2025 Uttarkashi flash flood was caused by an ice-patch collapse, highlighting the impact of changing climatic conditions.
Q9The Anamalaiyaru–Nallaru project, for which farmers recently staged a protest in Tiruppur, is primarily related to which sector?Options
APower GenerationBIndustrial DevelopmentCWater Management and IrrigationDRoad Connectivity
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Water Management and Irrigation
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The Anamalaiyaru–Nallaru project is a long-pending inter-basin water transfer scheme aimed at improving irrigation facilities in the Tiruppur region and other drought-prone areas.
Q10The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 featured discussions and initiatives on which of the following areas?Options
AAI-driven transformation of Public Distribution System (PDS)BAI and Gender EmpowermentCBoth A and BDOnly B, not A
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Both A and B
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The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 showcased the AI-driven transformation of the Public Distribution System and also launched a casebook on AI and Gender Empowerment, highlighting broad applications of AI.