Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune and Indian Express
1. Where is the Assam government planning to set up a permanent Army camp?
(A) Silchar
(B) Dhubri
(C) Dibrugarh
(D) Tezpur
Answer: (B) Dhubri
Explanation:
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced plans to set up a permanent Army camp in Dhubri to address communal disturbances and restore law and order.
Efforts to stabilize the region are ongoing, with over 150 arrests made so far.
Related Info:
Dhubri is a sensitive border district with a history of communal tensions.
This is the second law and order review conducted in the district recently.
2. How much black money has the Income Tax Dept detected in Assam and NE states in 8 years?
(A) ₹2,000 crore
(B) ₹5,000 crore
(C) ₹1,500 crore
(D) ₹3,000 crore
Answer: (B) ₹5,000 crore
Explanation:
Over the past 8 years, the Income Tax Department has unearthed nearly ₹5,000 crore in black money across Northeast India, with the largest surge in 2020–21.
Searches were carried out on shell companies, contractors, and high-profile individuals.
Related Info:
Only 50 searches were conducted in Assam during the 8-year period.
Layered tax evasion and money laundering methods were found.
3. When is Mizoram likely to begin biometric registration of Myanmar nationals?
(A) June 2025
(B) July 2025
(C) August 2025
(D) September 2025
Answer: (B) July 2025
Explanation:
Mizoram will begin biometric and demographic data collection of over 32,000 Myanmar refugees from July as part of a national identification initiative.
The data will help classify individuals for legal and humanitarian status.
Related Info:
The system is managed via NIC’s Foreigners Identification Portal.
Champai district shelters the largest number of refugees.
4. Which anniversary of KAAC was celebrated recently in Diphu?
(A) 50th
(B) 60th
(C) 74th
(D) 80th
Answer: (C) 74th
Explanation:
The 74th foundation day of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) was celebrated with cultural events and award ceremonies in Diphu.
KAAC was officially formed on June 23, 1951.
Related Info:
The event saw felicitation of many contributors to Karbi culture and development.
KAAC governs parts of Assam’s Karbi Anglong district.
5. What is the proposed capacity of the thermal power plant at Bilasipara?
(A) 1200 MW
(B) 2500 MW
(C) 3400 MW
(D) 5000 MW
Answer: (C) 3400 MW
Explanation:
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected a site in Bilasipara for a 3400-MW thermal power project that will help Assam achieve energy self-reliance.
This plant is part of a larger push toward power sector growth.
Related Info:
The project is under Assam Thermal Power Generation Policy 2025.
It will attract investments under the Power Export Promotion Scheme.
6. Who has been given additional charge as Deputy Chairman of the Tea Board?
(A) Pradip Baruah
(B) Ranjit Gogoi
(C) Arunita Phukan Yadav
(D) Neelam Devi
Answer: (C) Arunita Phukan Yadav
Explanation:
Arunita Phukan Yadav, Executive Director of the Tea Board in Guwahati, has been given additional charge as Deputy Chairman of the Tea Board in Kolkata.
She will hold this post for six months or until further notice.
Related Info:
The Tea Board operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
It promotes the development and export of Indian tea.
7. Why were deliveries of Tejas jets delayed, according to HAL?
(A) Pilot training delays
(B) Funding issues
(C) Delay in engine supply from the US
(D) Shortage of materials
Answer: (C) Delay in engine supply from the US
Explanation:
HAL CMD D.K. Sunil stated that the delay in delivering Tejas Light Combat Aircraft to the IAF was due to the US firm’s failure to supply F404 engines on time.
Six Tejas jets are expected to be delivered by March 2026.
Related Info:
The LCA Mk-1A will replace MiG-21s in the Indian Air Force.
HAL is producing 16 jets per year once full-scale delivery resumes.
8. Who passed away, prompting tributes from Indian cricketers?
(A) Bishan Bedi
(B) Chetan Sharma
(C) Dilip Doshi
(D) Eknath Solkar
Answer: (C) Dilip Doshi
Explanation:
Former Indian left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi passed away at 77, leading to tributes from cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Farokh Engineer.
He played a key role in Indian spin bowling during the 1970s–80s.
Related Info:
Doshi debuted in Tests at the age of 32 in 1979.
He was known for his consistency and composure.
9. Which country did India sign submarine cooperation pacts with recently?
(A) Australia
(B) France
(C) Japan
(D) South Africa
Answer: (D) South Africa
Explanation:
India and South Africa signed two agreements on submarine cooperation during the 9th Joint Defence Committee meeting, enhancing collaboration in design and production.
The agreements reflect growing Indo-SA defense ties.
Related Info:
The meeting was attended by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.
Both countries discussed defence exports and industrial cooperation.
Daily Current Affairs 25 June 2025 | APSC, UPSC, SSC – Based on The Assam Tribune & Indian Express | Download PDF