Daily Current Affairs - 2026-05-26
Q1The Supreme Court recently dismissed a review petition filed by Tamil Nadu regarding a controversial dam project. Which project is this?Options
AKaleshwaram ProjectBMekedatu ProjectCPolavaram ProjectDSardar Sarovar Project
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Mekedatu Project
Explanation
The Supreme Court dismissed Tamil Nadu's review petition concerning the Mekedatu multi-purpose (drinking water and power) project across the Cauvery river, proposed by Karnataka. Tamil Nadu has consistently opposed this project, and CM Vijay has urged PM Modi to stop it.
Q2What was the primary purpose of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay's recent maiden visit to New Delhi after assuming office?Options
ATo discuss the Uniform Civil CodeBTo seek Central government support for state projectsCTo attend a national party meetingDTo address farmers' protest issues
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To seek Central government support for state projects
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay undertook his maiden visit to New Delhi to meet Prime Minister Modi and seek central government support for various state initiatives and projects.
Q3The Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways recently approved a significant infrastructure project in Tamil Nadu. What does the ₹1,427.61 Crore project primarily entail?Options
AConstruction of a new airport in ThiruvarurBDevelopment of a 4-Lane Thiruvarur Bypass and additional ROBsCRenovation of Thiruvarur Railway StationDEstablishment of a new port in Thiruvarur
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Development of a 4-Lane Thiruvarur Bypass and additional ROBs
Explanation
Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari approved ₹1,427.61 Crore for the development of a 4-Lane Thiruvarur Bypass and Additional Road Over Bridges (ROBs) in Tamil Nadu.
Q4BIS Chennai recently collaborated with which organization to host an MSME Meet focused on Deep Tech & Emerging Tech Startups in Tamil Nadu?Options
ATIDEL ParkBELCOTCiTNT HubDSTPI Chennai
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iTNT Hub
Explanation
BIS Chennai organized an MSME Meet with Deep Tech & Emerging Tech Startups and MSMEs in collaboration with iTNT Hub.
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Q5Recent farmers' protests in various districts of Tamil Nadu, including Salem and Krishnagiri, were primarily driven by which issue?Options
ALack of irrigation facilitiesBDemands for higher Minimum Support Price (MSP)CHike in fertilizer pricesDNon-implementation of crop insurance schemes
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Hike in fertilizer prices
Explanation
Farmers in Salem and Krishnagiri, among other places in Tamil Nadu, recently staged protests urging the government to roll back the hike in fertilizer prices.
Q6Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), a newly formed political party in Tamil Nadu, recently faced allegations of which unethical political practice?Options
AElectoral malpracticeBHorse-tradingCMisuse of public fundsDDefamation
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Horse-trading
Explanation
The Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) recently faced allegations of 'horse-trading' from various political quarters, as reported in the news.
Q7Which European country recently joined India's ambitious Venus mission, known as Shukrayaan?Options
AFranceBGermanyCSwedenDUnited Kingdom
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Sweden
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Sweden has joined India's Venus mission, 'Shukrayaan', strengthening space cooperation between the two nations.
Q8The newly launched PM-AJAY Portal and AJAY Mobile App by Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar are designed to achieve which primary objective?Options
APromote digital education for tribal communitiesBDigitize and strengthen the implementation of SC welfare schemesCProvide online legal aid to rural poorDFacilitate agricultural credit for small farmers
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Digitize and strengthen the implementation of SC welfare schemes
Explanation
The PM-AJAY Portal and AJAY Mobile App were launched to digitize and strengthen the implementation of welfare schemes for Scheduled Castes (SC).
Q9Which Indian institution recently announced a record payout/dividend to the Central Government, drawing attention to its impact on government finances?Options
AState Bank of India (SBI)BReserve Bank of India (RBI)CSEBIDLIC
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Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
Explanation
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently made a record payout/dividend to the Central Government, a move that is expected to significantly bolster government finances.
Q10The 'Intensified Mission Indradhanush' scheme, set to be launched by the Health Ministry, is primarily associated with which major public health initiative?Options
AMaternal health and nutritionBChild immunizationCTuberculosis eradicationDClean drinking water and sanitation
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Child immunization
Explanation
Mission Indradhanush is a flagship immunization program of the Government of India, aiming to provide full immunization coverage for children and pregnant women against vaccine-preventable diseases. The intensified version aims to accelerate these efforts.
Q11Which Indian state recently received approval from the Union Cabinet for its proposal to officially change its name to 'Keralam'?Options
AKarnatakaBAndhra PradeshCKeralaDTelangana
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Kerala
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The Union Cabinet approved the proposal to rename the state of Kerala as 'Keralam'.
Q12Which ISRO mission was recently honored with the prestigious 2026 AIAA Goddard Astronautics Award for its outstanding achievements in astronautics?Options
AMangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission)BGaganyaanCChandrayaan-2DChandrayaan-3
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Chandrayaan-3
Explanation
ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission, which successfully landed on the lunar south pole, was honored with the prestigious 2026 AIAA Goddard Astronautics Award.
Q13A recent CBSE notification concerning a compulsory third language for Class IX students has sparked debate. This notification primarily relates to which aspect of the curriculum?Options
AIntroduction of coding as a third languageBMandatory inclusion of a regional language as third languageCCompulsory third language requirement for Class IX studentsDOptional third language for skill development
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Compulsory third language requirement for Class IX students
Explanation
BJP Tamil Nadu chief K. Annamalai urged the Centre to roll back a CBSE notification making a third language compulsory for Class IX students, indicating concern over its implementation.