Daily Current Affairs - 2026-04-29
Q1What is Tamil Nadu's recent stance regarding the inclusion of surplus Cauvery water in the monthly schedule for water allocation?Options
ATamil Nadu supports including surplus water for a more equitable distribution.BTamil Nadu opposes including surplus water, arguing it goes against established agreements.CTamil Nadu proposes a separate tribunal for surplus water distribution.DTamil Nadu has not yet formed a definitive stance on the matter.
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Tamil Nadu opposes including surplus water, arguing it goes against established agreements.
Explanation
Tamil Nadu is against including surplus Cauvery water released in the monthly schedule, arguing that such inclusion goes against the final award of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal.
Q2What was the recent ruling by the Madras High Court regarding maternity leave for a third pregnancy for government employees in Tamil Nadu?Options
AThe government can restrict maternity leave to 12 weeks for a third pregnancy.BThe government cannot restrict maternity leave to just 12 weeks for a third pregnancy.CMaternity leave for a third pregnancy is entirely at the discretion of the department head.DMaternity leave for a third pregnancy is extended to 52 weeks.
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The government cannot restrict maternity leave to just 12 weeks for a third pregnancy.
Explanation
The Madras High Court ruled that the Tamil Nadu government cannot restrict maternity leave to just 12 weeks for a third pregnancy, affirming the importance of maternal and child welfare.
Q3Who recently scripted history by becoming India's first transgender umpire, hailing from Tamil Nadu?Options
APriya BabuBRithika SriCLiving Smile VidyaDGrace Banu
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Rithika Sri
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Rithika Sri from Tamil Nadu recently made history by becoming India's first transgender umpire.
Q4What did Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently allege about the Centre's three-language formula?Options
AIt promotes linguistic diversity across the states.BIt is a covert mechanism to impose Hindi on non-Hindi speaking states.CIt is crucial for national integration and unity.DIt provides flexibility for states to choose their languages.
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It is a covert mechanism to impose Hindi on non-Hindi speaking states.
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Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin alleged that the Centre's three-language formula is a 'covert mechanism' to impose Hindi on non-Hindi speaking states.
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Q5On which significant issue did Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin recently warn Prime Minister Modi, expressing concern about potential 'north gain'?Options
AThe new education policy's implementationBThe allocation of GST funds to statesCThe delimitation exercise for parliamentary constituenciesDThe distribution of central grants for welfare schemes
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The delimitation exercise for parliamentary constituencies
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CM M.K. Stalin warned PM Modi over the delimitation exercise, expressing concern that it could lead to 'north gain' and impact the representation of southern states.
Q6Which critical test was recently completed by ISRO for India's ambitious Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission?Options
ACrew Escape System Static Test (CES-ST)BIntegrated Air Drop Test (IADT-02)CRe-entry Mission Abort Test (RMAT)DLaunch Vehicle Integration Test (LVIT)
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Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-02)
Explanation
ISRO recently completed the critical Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-02) as part of the preparations for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission.
Q7What new initiative has ISRO announced regarding the selection of individuals for future crewed space missions like Gaganyaan?Options
AOnly experienced military test pilots will be eligible.BSelection will be limited to ISRO scientists and engineers.CThe astronaut cadre will be opened to civilians and STEM experts.DAstronauts will be selected through a lottery system.
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The astronaut cadre will be opened to civilians and STEM experts.
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ISRO has announced that it will open the astronaut cadre to civilians and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) experts for future crewed space missions, including Gaganyaan.
Q8Which organization recently announced that it has mapped every village in the country using satellite data to aid better rollout of rural projects?Options
ANational Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)BSurvey of India (SOI)CIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)DGeological Survey of India (GSI)
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
Explanation
ISRO recently stated that it has mapped every village in the country from space, using satellite data to help in the better rollout of rural projects.
Q9With which country does ISRO aim to collaborate for building India's own space station, known as 'Bharatiya Antariksh Station'?Options
AUnited StatesBRussiaCFranceDJapan
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Russia
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ISRO has expressed India's interest in collaborating with Russia for building its own space station, which will be named 'Bharatiya Antariksh Station'.
Q10Which state commission recently recommended legal action against actor Vijay for allegedly using children to 'influence electoral outcome'?Options
AKarnataka Commission for Protection of Child RightsBKerala State Commission for Child WelfareCTamil Nadu Commission for Protection of Child RightsDNational Commission for Protection of Child Rights
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Tamil Nadu Commission for Protection of Child Rights
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Commission for Protection of Child Rights recommended legal action against actor Vijay for allegedly using children to influence electoral outcomes during his political activities.
Q11The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment recently increased its spending for FY 2025-26, focusing on which key areas for OBC, EBC, and DNT students?Options
AInfrastructure development and sports facilitiesBHealth insurance and vocational trainingCScholarship and “Top Class Education” schemesDDigital literacy and entrepreneurial support
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Scholarship and “Top Class Education” schemes
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The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment increased spending to ₹2042.08 crore in FY 2025–26, with significant growth across scholarship and “Top Class Education” schemes for OBC, EBC, and DNT students.
Q12India's first satellite, Aryabhata, was reportedly built in an unusual location. Where was it built?Options
AA disused factory buildingBA churchCA former railway workshopDA converted school gymnasium
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A church
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India's first satellite, Aryabhata, was famously built inside a church, highlighting the resourcefulness of early ISRO efforts.
Q13When is the new South Coast Railway Zone expected to be officially notified?Options
AOctober 26, 2025BJanuary 1, 2026CJune 1, 2026DDecember 31, 2026
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June 1, 2026
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Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the South Coast Railway Zone is expected to be officially notified on June 1, 2026.
Q14Actor Vijay recently criticized which political parties for not granting statehood to Puducherry?Options
ADravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)BBharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Indian National CongressCAam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Communist Party of India (CPI)DTelangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) and Biju Janata Dal (BJD)
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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Indian National Congress
Explanation
Actor Vijay criticized the BJP and Congress, stating that neither party granted statehood to Puducherry during their tenures.
Q15Recently, areas around Government College of Technology (GCT) Coimbatore were declared 'red zones'. What significant restriction was imposed in these areas?Options
ARestriction on public gatherings of more than 5 people.BBan on the sale of alcohol and tobacco products.CBan on flying drones.DProhibition of vehicular movement during night hours.
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Ban on flying drones.
Explanation
Areas around GCT Coimbatore were declared 'red zones' and a ban on flying drones was imposed, likely for security reasons.
Q16Which government department recently launched an 'ATR portal' (Action Taken Report portal) to enhance enforcement across various sectors and improve vigilance?Options
ADepartment of RevenueBVigilance DepartmentCMinistry of Corporate AffairsDDepartment of Personnel and Training
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Vigilance Department
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The Vigilance Department recently launched an 'ATR portal' (Action Taken Report portal) to step up enforcement across sectors and improve its vigilance activities.