Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune and Indian Express
1. Who was paid tributes by thousands in Kerala following his demise on July 21, 2025?
(A) Oommen Chandy
(B) V.S. Achuthanandan
(C) Pinarayi Vijayan
(D) K. Karunakaran
Answer: (B) V.S. Achuthanandan
V.S. Achuthanandan, former Kerala Chief Minister and senior CPI(M) leader, passed away at 101. People gathered in large numbers to pay respects, including party workers, officials, and citizens. His final journey included a public tribute at Thiruvananthapuram.
Achuthanandan was one of the tallest leaders in Kerala's communist movement. He was cremated with full state honours.
2. How much loan has Assam Cabinet approved from the World Bank for education infrastructure?
(A) ₹1,500 crore
(B) ₹3,200 crore
(C) ₹2,750 crore
(D) ₹2,000 crore
Answer: (C) ₹2,750 crore
The Assam Cabinet approved a ₹2,750 crore loan from the World Bank to improve infrastructure in schools and Anganwadi centres. It includes upgrades to over 4,000 schools and 1,733 Anganwadis. This is part of the state’s mission to boost foundational education.
Assam will also launch Japanese language training for unemployed youths and IT professionals. The initiative will be partially funded by Japan.
3. Which renowned theatre legend from Manipur passed away recently?
(A) Bhagyachandra
(B) H. Tombi
(C) Ratan Thiyam
(D) Aribam Syam Sharma
Answer: (C) Ratan Thiyam
Ratan Thiyam was a world-renowned playwright and theatre director who blended Manipuri traditions with modern theatre. He passed away at the age of 77 following illness. He received six international awards and 27 national awards.
Manipur observed a state mourning in his honour. His work significantly influenced Indian theatre.
4. Why has the US decided to withdraw from UNESCO in 2025?
(A) Due to budget constraints
(B) To protest Israel's expulsion
(C) Due to ideological disagreement on cultural issues
(D) For environmental policy reasons
Answer: (C) Due to ideological disagreement on cultural issues
The US withdrew citing UNESCO’s alleged promotion of divisive social issues and bias against Israel. Officials said involvement was no longer aligned with America’s foreign policy. This is the second such exit under a Trump-led administration.
The US earlier rejoined UNESCO in 2023 under Biden after Trump’s first withdrawal in 2017. The decision is to take effect by the end of 2025.
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5. Under which programme did students from Assam visit ISRO in July 2025?
(A) NE-VISION
(B) SPARK INDIA
(C) NE-SPARKS
(D) ISRO-ASSAM INITIATIVE
Answer: (C) NE-SPARKS
The North East-SPARKS programme aims to expose students to science, technology and space research. 22 students from Assam embarked on an educational trip to ISRO, Bengaluru. They will interact with scientists and visit key ISRO centres.
This is the 3rd batch under NE-SPARKS, supported by NEC and Samagra Shiksha. The initiative aims to build scientific temperament.
6. What did Manipur declare on July 24 as a mark of respect for Ratan Thiyam?
(A) 3-day mourning
(B) Cultural festival
(C) State holiday and day of mourning
(D) National theatre award
Answer: (C) State holiday and day of mourning
The Manipur government declared July 24 a state holiday and day of mourning in honour of Ratan Thiyam. No official events were allowed, and flags were flown at half-mast. Leaders across the nation praised his legacy.
He was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award during the Statehood Day celebrations. His contributions span over five decades.
7. What did the Karbi Students’ Association celebrate on July 23?
(A) Language Day
(B) 66th Foundation Day
(C) Tribal Rights Day
(D) Youth Empowerment Week
Answer: (B) 66th Foundation Day
The KSA celebrated its 66th Foundation Day with rallies, drug awareness campaigns, and cultural programmes. Events were held in multiple districts including Diphu, Bokajan, and Howraghat. Leaders and youth groups participated in large numbers.
KSA has been instrumental in advocating social, educational, and cultural rights of the Karbi people.
8. Who was Pabin Sarma?
(A) Assamese scientist
(B) Renowned theatre artist
(C) Actor and cultural activist
(D) Political leader from Nalbari
Answer: (C) Actor and cultural activist
Pabin Sarma was a respected actor, cultural organiser, and former president of Nalbari Art School. He began acting in childhood and was active in theatre and social work. He passed away at the age of 79.
He worked with renowned Assamese artists and was a recipient of the Kalaguru Bibhuti Award.
9. What is the main purpose of the upcoming “vulture restaurant” at Kulsi?
(A) Boost tourism through cultural shows
(B) Train vultures for search operations
(C) Provide safe food for vultures from animal carcasses
(D) Conduct research on vulture genetics
Answer: (C) Provide safe food for vultures from animal carcasses
The “vulture restaurant” will allow villagers to deposit carcasses in a safe space free from toxins. This ensures a clean, reliable food source for vultures. It’s expected to improve local ecology and tourism.
It will be the first of its kind in Assam, set up by the VCBC and the Forest Department.
10. What is the purpose of the MoU between ONGC and Vedanta?
(A) To explore oil in the Brahmaputra
(B) To set up a new gas refinery
(C) To monetize the Jantapathar gas field
(D) To export gas to Southeast Asia
Answer: (C) To monetize the Jantapathar gas field
ONGC and Vedanta signed an MoU for early monetisation of the Jantapathar gas field in Upper Assam. The collaboration focuses on shared infrastructure, cost and revenue sharing. The field is part of a broader hydrocarbon potential zone.
This deal supports Northeast India’s energy strategy and includes Hazarigaon and other locations.
11. How many MBBS seats will Assam Medical College have after the expansion?
A) 200
B) 220
C) 250
D) 300
Answer: C) 250
The MBBS seats at Assam Medical College are being increased from 200 to 250 as part of the new health and education infrastructure projects.
₹1,000 crore will be invested to upgrade AMC into a super-specialty healthcare facility.
12. Which ministry launched the ‘Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan’?
A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
C) Ministry of Rural Development
D) Ministry of Education
Answer: B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
The programme trains tribal leaders for better grassroots governance and inclusive development in tribal-dominated regions.
The campaign will cover 550 districts across 30 states.
13. When was the first radio broadcast in India made?
A) 1925
B) 1927
C) 1930
D) 1942
Answer: B) 1927
National Broadcasting Day commemorates the first broadcast from Bombay in 1927.
AIR Nagaon Centre celebrated the day at a school in Morigaon district.
14. Till when has the Centre planned to extend the President's Rule in Manipur?
A) February 2025
B) August 2025
C) December 2024
D) June 2025
Answer: B) August 2025
The Centre has proposed extending the President's Rule for six months from August 13, 2025.
Violence in the state since May 2023 has delayed government formation.
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15. Who replaced Alessandro Des Dorides as Nayara Energy’s CEO?
A) Rahul Dev Bordoloi
B) Nisharani Baruah
C) Sergei Denisov
D) Hara Capital
Answer: C) Sergei Denisov
Alessandro Des Dorides resigned following EU sanctions, and Sergei Denisov was appointed as the new CEO.
The EU sanctions targeted Russia’s energy sector over the Ukraine war.
16. What does Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorate?
A) Liberation of Goa
B) India’s victory in 1971 war
C) India’s victory in Kargil War 1999
D) Independence Day
Answer: C) India’s victory in Kargil War 1999
The day honours the success of Operation Vijay, when Indian forces recaptured strategic posts from Pakistani intruders.
Wreath-laying ceremonies were held nationwide to honour martyrs.
See More: Kargil Vijay Diwas: Celebrating India’s Triumph in 1999
17. What is the name of the bamboo species used by IIT Guwahati researchers?
A) Bambusa vulgaris
B) Bambusa tulda
C) Dendrocalamus giganteus
D) Phyllostachys edulis
Answer: B) Bambusa tulda
IIT Guwahati used Bambusa tulda to develop a strong, eco-friendly composite for vehicle interiors.
The composite costs around ₹4,300 per kilogram and aligns with the ‘Make in India’ initiative.
Daily Current Affairs 24, 25, 26, 27 July 2025 | Based on The Assam Tribune & Indian Express | Download PDF
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