Daily Current Affairs - 2026-03-09
Q1NLC India Limited (NLCIL), known for its lignite mining operations and subsequent land restoration efforts, recently observed the National Safety Month and highlighted its sustainable mine restoration. In which district of Tamil Nadu is NLCIL primarily located?Options
AThoothukudiBCuddaloreCVirudhunagarDTirunelveli
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Cuddalore
Explanation
NLC India Limited is primarily located in Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, specifically in Neyveli. The company is actively involved in sustainable mine restoration efforts.
Q2Which organization recently launched India’s first Satellite-Based Green Cover Index for National Highways and released its first Annual Report on National Highways – Green Cover Index (NH-GCI) for 2025-26?Options
AIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)BNational Highways Authority of India (NHAI)CBorder Roads Organisation (BRO)DMinistry of Road Transport and Highways
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National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
Explanation
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched India’s first Satellite-Based Green Cover Index for National Highways and released its first Annual Report on NH-GCI for 2025-26 to monitor and enhance green cover along highways.
Q3The Tamil Nadu government recently formed an expert panel to frame rules for owning aggressive dogs, coinciding with the inauguration of the state's first dog park. Where is Tamil Nadu's first dog park located?Options
ACoimbatoreBChennaiCMaduraiDSalem
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Chennai
Explanation
Tamil Nadu's first dog park has been inaugurated in Chennai, addressing the welfare and recreational needs for pets.
Q4In a significant move towards advancing space exploration, ISRO recently inked a pact with a premier medical institution for space medicine and also unveiled the first look of "Bharatiya Antariksh Station," India's home-built space station. Which institution partnered with ISRO for space medicine?Options
APost Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)BAll India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)CChristian Medical College (CMC)DNational Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS)
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All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Explanation
ISRO and AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) have signed a pact for collaboration in space medicine, focusing on astronaut health and related research.
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Q5For election work in Tamil Nadu, 1,249 additional posts were recently created on a redeployment basis. Separately, in the Rajya Sabha elections, six individuals, including Tiruchi Siva and Anbumani, were elected unopposed from Tamil Nadu. How many additional posts were created for election work in Tamil Nadu?Options
A1,000B1,149C1,249D1,349
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1,249
Explanation
1,249 additional posts were created in Tamil Nadu for election work on a redeployment basis to strengthen administrative support during the electoral process.
Q6The government recently announced standards for Green Ammonia and Green Methanol for India. What is the primary purpose of announcing these standards?Options
ATo reduce import dependence on crude oilBTo accelerate trade of Green Hydrogen derivativesCTo promote electric vehicle adoptionDTo increase the production of conventional fertilizers
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To accelerate trade of Green Hydrogen derivatives
Explanation
The standards for Green Ammonia and Green Methanol have been announced primarily to accelerate the trade of Green Hydrogen derivatives, aligning with India's clean energy goals.
Q7SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), a prominent institution in Tamil Nadu, recently entered into a technology transfer agreement with Anabond for next-generation solar cell encapsulators. This collaboration aims to boost which sector?Options
ADefence manufacturingBSpace researchCRenewable energyDBiotechnology
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Renewable energy
Explanation
The collaboration between SRMIST and Anabond for solar cell encapsulators is aimed at boosting the renewable energy sector, specifically in improving solar power generation technology.
Q8As part of India's ambitious conservation efforts, the number of cheetahs in India has recently reached 53, with Jwala giving birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park. How many Indian-born cheetah cubs have been reported?Options
A15B20C33D40
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33
Explanation
The total number of Indian-born cheetah cubs has risen to 33, contributing significantly to the cheetah reintroduction project.
Q9In a bid to promote traditional textiles and handicrafts, a Cooptex expo is scheduled to be held in a major city of Tamil Nadu. In which city will the Cooptex expo be held?Options
AChennaiBCoimbatoreCMaduraiDTiruchirappalli
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Madurai
Explanation
The Cooptex expo, showcasing traditional textiles and handicrafts, is slated to be held in Madurai.
Q10Physiotherapists in Tamil Nadu recently welcomed a pay hike announced by the state government, while also calling for further benefits and timely payments. This initiative falls under which major category of state government's focus?Options
AHigher Education SupportBSports PromotionCHealthcare and WelfareDAgricultural Development
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Healthcare and Welfare
Explanation
The pay hike for physiotherapists is a measure related to healthcare and welfare, aimed at supporting medical professionals in the state.