Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune and Indian Express
1. Who is being commemorated through a souvenir publication at Gauhati University?
(A) Tarun Gogoi
(B) Hiteswar Saikia
(C) Golap Borbora
(D) Bimala Prasad Chaliha
Answer: (C) Golap Borbora
A commemorative souvenir is being planned to mark the 100th birth anniversary of Golap Borbora, Assam’s first non-Congress Chief Minister. The initiative is being led by academicians and university figures. It will include rare photos, personal writings, and historical reflections.
Golap Borbora was known for his socialist ideology and significant opposition role during the Emergency.
2. Where will one of the proposed ropeways to Kamakhya Temple originate from?
(A) Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Airport
(B) Kamakhya Railway Station
(C) Guwahati Club
(D) Paltan Bazar
Answer: (B) Kamakhya Railway Station
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that a ropeway will connect Kamakhya Railway Station directly to the temple, enhancing convenience for pilgrims. A second ropeway is also planned from a nearby school ground.
The ropeways aim to ease access during Ambubachi Mela and boost religious tourism infrastructure in Assam.
3. Capt. Neikezhakuo Kenguruse received which award posthumously?
(A) Ashoka Chakra
(B) Kirti Chakra
(C) Param Vir Chakra
(D) Maha Vir Chakra
Answer: (D) Maha Vir Chakra
Capt. Kenguruse was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra for gallantry during Operation Vijay in 1999. A special memorial event was held in his honor in Kohima.
He was the first Naga officer in the Indian Army and remains a symbol of heroism in the Northeast.
4. Which development block topped NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Blocks ranking?
(A) Majuli
(B) Bajali
(C) Tamulpur
(D) Udalguri
Answer: (C) Tamulpur
Tamulpur Development Block topped NITI Aayog’s list for January–March 2025 by excelling in healthcare, education, and governance reforms. Its success was attributed to collaborative efforts and scheme convergence.
This ranking is part of the Centre’s mission to uplift underdeveloped regions through focused metrics.
5. Why is the Garukhuti Agriculture Project in controversy?
(A) Encroachment by private firms
(B) Misuse of fertilizers
(C) Sale of ‘sick’ cows to MLAs
(D) Environmental damage
Answer: (C) Sale of ‘sick’ cows to MLAs
The controversy stems from allegations that only weak Gir cows were sold to MLAs after failed implementation, sparking political backlash. CM Sarma defended the sales, while Congress demanded a probe.
Gir cows were bought from Gujarat for this multipurpose project, meant to boost local dairy farming.
6. Who has been appointed the new chief of RAW?
(A) Ravi Sinha
(B) Parag Jain
(C) Rakesh Asthana
(D) Ajit Doval
Answer: (B) Parag Jain
Parag Jain, a 1989 batch IPS officer, has taken over as RAW chief from July 1, 2025. He played a major role in planning Operation Sindoor and is known for his strategic acumen.
He replaces Ravi Sinha, whose tenure ended on June 30, under an official Cabinet Secretariat order.
7. What initiative was launched in Tripura to counter cybercrime?
(A) E-Warrior App
(B) Cyber Crime Surveillance Network
(C) Cyber Security Battalion
(D) State's 1st Cyber Police Station
Answer: (D) State's 1st Cyber Police Station
Tripura CM Manik Saha inaugurated the state’s first Cyber Police Station at AD Nagar to counter rising cybercrime and cross-border digital threats. The facility will handle online fraud and surveillance cases.
The Centre allocated ₹5 crore for this AI-enabled security initiative; ₹45 lakh has already been disbursed.
8. Commander Ronie Chowpoo became the first from Arunachal to command what?
(A) Border Roads Task Force
(B) Indian Coast Guard ship
(C) Indian Navy warship
(D) Naval Submarine
Answer: (C) Indian Navy warship
Commander Ronie Chowpoo of Namsai became the first officer from Arunachal Pradesh to command a frontline warship in the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet. He joined the Navy in 2008.
His achievement is a historic milestone and a source of pride and inspiration for the Northeast region.
Daily Current Affairs 29 June 2025 | Based on The Assam Tribune & Indian Express | Download PDF