Daily Current Affairs - 2026-05-28
Q1Which state's Chief Minister recently urged Prime Minister Modi to halt the Mekedatu dam project, citing it as a "clear violation"?Options
AKeralaBAndhra PradeshCTamil NaduDKarnataka
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Tamil Nadu
Explanation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin wrote to Prime Minister Modi to stop Karnataka's Mekedatu dam project, stating it is a clear violation of Supreme Court orders regarding water sharing.
Q2India celebrates its first-ever National Space Day on which date, commemorating the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon's south pole?Options
AJanuary 26BAugust 15CAugust 23DSeptember 5
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August 23
Explanation
National Space Day is celebrated on August 23rd each year, marking the date when Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the Moon's south pole.
Q3Recently, which High Court stated that cow slaughter is "not an essential religious practice" in Islam, prompting a political party to urge the state government to appeal against the order?Options
ABombay High CourtBCalcutta High CourtCDelhi High CourtDMadras High Court
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Madras High Court
Explanation
The Madras High Court recently ruled that cow slaughter is not an essential religious practice in Islam. Following this, the CPI(M) urged the Tamil Nadu government to appeal against the order.
Q4ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission was recently honored with which prestigious international award for its contribution to astronautics?Options
ANobel PrizeBAIAA Goddard Astronautics AwardCWorld Space AwardDNASA Distinguished Public Service Medal
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AIAA Goddard Astronautics Award
Explanation
ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission received the prestigious 2026 AIAA Goddard Astronautics Award for its significant contributions to space exploration.
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Q5The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Chennai Metro extension from Airport to Kilambakkam is currently awaiting the nod from which authority?Options
ATamil Nadu State GovernmentBMetropolitan Transport CorporationCCentral GovernmentDChennai Metro Rail Limited Board
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Central Government
Explanation
The DPR for the Chennai Metro extension connecting Airport to Kilambakkam has been awaiting the Central Government's approval for over 13 months, causing delays in the project.
Q6Which state recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Centre to implement the PM SHRI Schools scheme?Options
ATamil NaduBWest BengalCUttar PradeshDRajasthan
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West Bengal
Explanation
West Bengal recently signed an MoU with the Centre for the implementation of the PM SHRI Schools scheme, aimed at upgrading and developing existing government schools.
Q7India recently tested a drone-launched precision missile capable of operating in which modes?Options
AAir-to-sea onlyBGround-to-ground onlyCAir-to-air and air-to-groundDSea-to-air only
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Air-to-air and air-to-ground
Explanation
India successfully tested a drone-launched precision missile in both air-to-air and air-to-ground modes, showcasing advancements in indigenous defense technology.
Q8Which prominent political leader from Tamil Nadu recently met with Prime Minister Modi in Delhi to discuss the issue of Tamil Nadu fishermen being arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy?Options
AM.K. StalinBEdappadi K. PalaniswamiCK. AnnamalaiDC. Vijay
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C. Vijay
Explanation
C. Vijay, a prominent political leader, met PM Modi in Delhi, raising concerns about the arrests of Tamil Nadu fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy.
Q9An Indian startup recently launched the world's first OptoSAR satellite. What is the name of this mission?Options
AAgniBVayuCDrishtiDPrithvi
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Drishti
Explanation
An Indian startup launched 'Drishti,' the world's first OptoSAR satellite, receiving praise from the Prime Minister and ISRO.
Q10The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has identified approximately how many kilometers of highways for monetization in the financial year 2027?Options
A500 kmsB1000 kmsC1600 kmsD2000 kms
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1600 kms
Explanation
NHAI has identified 1600 kms of highways for monetization in FY 2027 as part of its infrastructure financing strategy.
Q11The Union Cabinet recently approved a ropeway project from Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib Ji in Uttarakhand under which national programme?Options
ASagarmala PariyojanaBBharatmala PariyojanaCParvatmala PariyojanaDSetubandhanam Scheme
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Parvatmala Pariyojana
Explanation
The ropeway project in Uttarakhand is approved under the National Ropeways Development Programme, known as Parvatmala Pariyojana, which aims to improve connectivity in hilly areas.