Daily Current Affairs - 2026-04-01
Q1Who recently assumed charge as the Chief General Manager (CGM) of BSNL, Tamil Nadu?Options
AShri M. KumaravelBShri V.S. IlanthiraiCSmt. Kanimozhi KarunanidhiDShri Duraimurugan
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Correct answer
Shri V.S. Ilanthirai
Explanation
Shri V.S. Ilanthirai recently assumed charge as the Chief General Manager of BSNL, Tamil Nadu.
Q2Which digital application has been enhanced with a Facial Recognition System for last-mile tracking of Take-Home Ration distribution under the Poshan 2.0 Scheme?Options
AMyGov AppBDigiLockerCPoshan TrackerDUMANG App
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Correct answer
Poshan Tracker
Explanation
The Poshan Tracker Application has been enhanced with a Facial Recognition System to ensure efficient last-mile tracking of Take-Home Ration distribution, as part of the Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 Scheme.
Q3Which major public sector undertaking is inviting domestic industry to build the first module for India's first space station, known as 'Bharatiya Antariksh Station'?Options
ADRDOBHALCISRODBHEL
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ISRO
Explanation
ISRO is inviting domestic industry to build the first module for India’s first space station, named 'Bharatiya Antariksh Station'.
Q4Recently, it was announced that water from which river will be utilized to meet the drinking water needs of Athoor in Dindigul district?Options
ACauveryBTamirabaraniCVaigaiDPalar
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Correct answer
Vaigai
Explanation
Minister I. Periyasamy announced that water from the Vaigai river will be supplied to meet the drinking water needs of Athoor in Dindigul district.
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Q5Which of the following statements about City Gas Distribution (CGD) in Tamil Nadu is/are correct, based on recent reports?Options
ACGD companies in Chennai have witnessed renewed interest from customers after the recent LPG crisis.BThe expansion of CGD networks is contributing to clean energy access in Tamil Nadu.CBoth A and BDNeither A nor B
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Correct answer
Both A and B
Explanation
Recent reports indicate that CGD companies in Chennai are seeing renewed customer interest due to the LPG crisis, and the expansion of CGD networks is indeed enhancing clean energy access across Tamil Nadu.
Q6What is the name of the comprehensive digital platform launched to provide a unified skilling ecosystem and promote skill development in India?Options
ASkill Bharat PortalBSkill India Digital Hub (SIDH)CNational Skill Development Mission (NSDM)DPradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
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Correct answer
Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH)
Explanation
The Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) is a comprehensive digital platform that aims to provide a unified skilling ecosystem and promote skill development initiatives in India.
Q7In the context of recent disproportionate assets (DA) cases involving Tamil Nadu ministers, which minister recently had the proceedings against them stayed by the Supreme Court?Options
AA. RajaBDuraimuruganCK. PonmudyDSenthil Balaji
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Correct answer
Duraimurugan
Explanation
The Supreme Court recently stayed the disproportionate assets proceedings against Tamil Nadu Minister Duraimurugan. Separately, the Madras High Court has sought a response from the CBI in the A. Raja disproportionate assets case.
Q8What is the key feature of the recently completed 'India’s First Hydrogen-Powered Train-Set'?Options
AIt is designed for high-speed bullet train services.BIt runs entirely on solar power.CIt utilizes green hydrogen produced through an electrolysis process.DIt is a hybrid electric-diesel locomotive.
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Correct answer
It utilizes green hydrogen produced through an electrolysis process.
Explanation
India’s First Hydrogen-Powered Train-Set has been completed, and a Green Hydrogen Production Plant based on the electrolysis process is being established at Jind to supply fuel for it.
Q9What was the approximate number of digital life certificates generated by pensioners in the fiscal year 2025-26?Options
A1.9 lakhB19 lakhC1.9 croreD19 crore
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Correct answer
1.9 crore
Explanation
According to the government, pensioners generated 1.9 crore digital life certificates in the fiscal year 2025-26.
Q10Which of the following describes the 'National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL)'?Options
AA private company promoting organic farming.BA government-led initiative for organic produce marketing.CAn international body regulating organic standards.DA research institute for organic agriculture.
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Correct answer
A government-led initiative for organic produce marketing.
Explanation
National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL) is a government-led initiative focused on the marketing and promotion of organic produce through cooperative societies.