Daily Current Affairs - 2026-05-15
Q1The Tamil Nadu government is reportedly considering a gradual increase in which specific welfare initiative for women?Options
AWomen's healthcare grantBWomen's rights grantCWomen's education grantDWomen's entrepreneurship grant
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Correct answer
Women's rights grant
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu government may gradually increase the women’s rights grant, according to a recent report.
Q2To support unemployed youth, the Tamil Nadu government recently launched a free coaching initiative for which of the following competitive exams?Options
ATNPSC, SSC, IBPS, and RRB ExamsBNEET and JEECUPSC Civil Services ExamDState Board Exams
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TNPSC, SSC, IBPS, and RRB Exams
Explanation
Tamil Nadu has launched a free coaching scheme for aspirants preparing for competitive exams like TNPSC, SSC, IBPS, and RRB, providing a significant opportunity for unemployed youth.
Q3Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin recently criticized the Union government for allegedly denying metro rail project approval for which two major cities in the state?Options
AChennai and SalemBCoimbatore and TiruchirappalliCMadurai and ThoothukudiDMadurai and Coimbatore
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Madurai and Coimbatore
Explanation
CM M.K. Stalin criticized the Union government for denying metro project approval for Madurai and Coimbatore, highlighting the need for infrastructure development in these cities.
Q4Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with an ISRO arm for collaboration in deep space observations?Options
AIIT MadrasBIIT DelhiCIIT BombayDIIT Kanpur
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IIT Bombay
Explanation
An institute in IIT Bombay and an ISRO arm have signed an MoU for deep space observations, indicating a collaboration in advanced space research.
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Q5Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) recently launched hydrogen-powered shuttle buses in which significant area of Delhi?Options
AConnaught PlaceBDwarkaCCentral Vista regionDAerocity
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Central Vista region
Explanation
DMRC launched hydrogen-powered shuttle buses for the Central Vista region in Delhi, marking a step towards sustainable public transportation.
Q6Which state recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central government for the implementation of the PM SHRI Schools scheme?Options
ATamil NaduBWest BengalCAndhra PradeshDUttar Pradesh
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West Bengal
Explanation
West Bengal has signed an MoU with the Centre to implement the PM SHRI Schools scheme, which aims to upgrade and develop more than 14,500 schools across India.
Q7Tamil Nadu recently initiated an alert after the death of a joyride horse in Chennai due to a highly contagious zoonotic disease. This event underscores the importance of addressing what kind of public health threat?Options
AVector-borne diseasesBNon-communicable diseasesCZoonotic diseasesDWater-borne diseases
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Zoonotic diseases
Explanation
The death of a horse in Chennai from a 'highly contagious zoonotic disease' led to an alert in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing the ongoing threat posed by diseases transmitted from animals to humans.
Q8What percentage additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) was recently approved by the Union Cabinet for Central Government employees and pensioners?Options
AOne per centBTwo per centCThree per centDFour per cent
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Three per cent
Explanation
The Union Cabinet has approved an additional instalment of three per cent Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners, effective from a specified date.