Daily Current Affairs - 2026-06-13
Q1Which South Korean firm is exploring the possibility of setting up an ATM manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu?Options
ASamsungBHyundaiCLG ElectronicsDHyosung TNS
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Correct answer
Hyosung TNS
Explanation
South Korean firm Hyosung TNS has expressed interest in establishing an ATM manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, as per the Industries Minister.
Q2Which institution recently released the world's most detailed 3D atlas of the human brainstem at cell resolution?Options
AAIIMS DelhiBIIT Madras Brain CentreCNational Centre for Biological SciencesDIndian Institute of Science
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Correct answer
IIT Madras Brain Centre
Explanation
The IIT Madras Brain Centre has released the world’s most detailed 3D atlas of the human brainstem at cell resolution, a significant advancement in neuroscience.
Q3What new instruction has the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister issued to Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs) regarding public grievance redressal?Options
ATo conduct weekly public meetings in rural areasBTo establish special grievance cells at district headquartersCTo remain at headquarters and be present in offices at 10 a.m. dailyDTo submit monthly reports on resolved grievances to the CM’s office
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Correct answer
To remain at headquarters and be present in offices at 10 a.m. daily
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu CM has instructed Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police to remain at their respective headquarters and be present in their offices by 10 a.m. daily to address public grievances.
Q4Which of the following was NOT a demand made by the Tamil Nadu CM at the recent NITI Aayog meet?Options
AEstablishment of a second AIIMS in Tamil NaduBExemption for Tamil Nadu from NEETCIncreased allocation for national highway projects in the stateDRelease of education funds due to the state
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Correct answer
Increased allocation for national highway projects in the state
Explanation
The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister (Vijay) sought a second AIIMS for the state, exemption from NEET, and the release of pending education funds during the NITI Aayog meet. Increased allocation for national highway projects was not mentioned.
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Q5India recently joined an 'elite club' in global defense capabilities due to successful flight tests by DRDO. What capabilities were demonstrated?Options
ANuclear submarine launch systems and underwater drone technologyBMulti-layered ballistic missile defence (BMD) and anti-ship missile systemsCHypersonic glide vehicles and stealth bomber technologyDSpace-based laser defense and satellite interception systems
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Correct answer
Multi-layered ballistic missile defence (BMD) and anti-ship missile systems
Explanation
DRDO successfully conducted multiple flight tests demonstrating advanced multi-layered ballistic missile defence (BMD) and anti-ship missile capabilities, allowing India to join an 'elite club' in defense technology.
Q6What is the new target operational life for lunar landers that ISRO is currently developing technology for?Options
A50 daysB100 daysC200 daysD365 days
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Correct answer
200 days
Explanation
ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan stated that ISRO is working on technology to extend the operational life of lunar landers up to 200 days.
Q7By which year has ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan stated that India aims to land on the Moon?Options
A2030B2035C2040D2047
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Correct answer
2040
Explanation
ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan has articulated a 'Big Vision for Developed India,' stating that India will land on the Moon by 2040.
Q8The recently launched PM-AJAY Portal and AJAY Mobile App by Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar are aimed at digitizing and strengthening the implementation of which welfare schemes?Options
ASchemes for Farmers' WelfareBSchemes for Women EmpowermentCSchemes for Scheduled Castes (SC) WelfareDSchemes for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME)
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Correct answer
Schemes for Scheduled Castes (SC) Welfare
Explanation
The PM-AJAY Portal and AJAY Mobile App were launched to digitize and strengthen the implementation of welfare schemes specifically for Scheduled Castes (SC).
Q9What is the primary objective behind the Indian government's schemes and guidelines for setting up Bulk Drugs Parks and Medical Devices Parks?Options
ATo promote medical tourism in IndiaBTo boost domestic manufacturing and reduce import dependency in critical healthcare sectorsCTo facilitate foreign investment in pharmaceutical research and developmentDTo provide free healthcare services to rural populations
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To boost domestic manufacturing and reduce import dependency in critical healthcare sectors
Explanation
The schemes and guidelines for Bulk Drugs Parks and Medical Devices Parks are designed to boost domestic manufacturing and reduce India's import dependency in these crucial healthcare segments.
Q10Under the India AI Mission, what is 'Varya'?Options
AAn AI-powered drone for agricultural monitoringBAn indigenous video story generating AI modelCA new language translation software for Indian languagesDAn AI-based platform for medical diagnostics
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Correct answer
An indigenous video story generating AI model
Explanation
'Varya' is an indigenous video story generating AI model launched under the India AI Mission, aiming to offer quality content at an affordable price.