Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune and Indian Express
1. Who became the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women’s World Cup in 2025?
A) Humpy Koneru
B) Divya Deshmukh
C) Tania Sachdev
D) Vaishali Rameshbabu
Answer: B) Divya Deshmukh
Explanation:
Divya Deshmukh defeated Koneru Humpy in an all-Indian final with a 1.5–0.5 score in rapid tie-breaks.
She became the first Indian woman to win the prestigious chess title.
Related Info:
The final took place in Batumi, Georgia.
Divya is just 19 years old.
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2. What missile system did DRDO recently test under UAV-based deployment?
A) Agni-P
B) BrahMos-NG
C) ULPGM-V3
D) Astra Mk-II
Answer: C) ULPGM-V3
Explanation:
DRDO successfully conducted trials of the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile–Version 3.
This missile enhances India's capability in remote, precision strikes using drones.
Related Info:
ULPGM stands for UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile.
It reflects India's growing focus on unmanned combat platforms.
3. What is the goal of the ‘Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan’ (DAJGUA)?
A) Promote sports in rural India
B) Launch tribal healthcare camps
C) Build residential hostels for tribal students
D) Train tribal artisans in crafts
Answer: C) Build residential hostels for tribal students
Explanation:
DAJGUA aims to build 209 hostels in tribal villages to enhance education access.
It focuses on promoting gender equity and continuous schooling.
Related Info:
The project will be implemented in 23 Assam districts.
Unit cost per hostel is ₹3.90 crore.
4. Where was India’s first private heavy water test facility inaugurated?
A) Hyderabad
B) Palghar, Maharashtra
C) Surat, Gujarat
D) Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Answer: B) Palghar, Maharashtra
Explanation:
TEMA India opened a test facility for heavy water upgrade, easing dependency on BARC.
It supports faster nuclear plant operationalisation by outsourcing component testing.
Related Info:
D₂O needs 99.9% purity for nuclear reactors.
The facility supports reactors like RAPP-8 and upcoming SMRs.
5. Under the CAA, how many people were granted Indian citizenship in Gujarat recently?
A) 125
B) 150
C) 185
D) 200
Answer: C) 185
Explanation:
185 individuals in Gujarat received Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).
The act provides fast-track citizenship to minorities from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh.
Related Info:
The CAA was passed in December 2019.
This is part of its phased implementation across states.
6. What is the purpose of ISRO's planned launch of NVS-03, NVS-04, and NVS-05?
A) Earth observation
B) Manned space missions
C) Navigation satellite enhancement
D) Weather forecasting
Answer: C) Navigation satellite enhancement
Explanation:
ISRO aims to enhance the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) with three new satellites.
These satellites will improve accuracy and reach of GPS-like services in India.
Related Info:
IRNSS is also known as NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation).
The launch deadline is set for 2026.
7. Which ministry launched the revamped Mission Vatsalya Portal as a unified digital platform for child protection services?
A) Ministry of Education
B) Ministry of Women and Child Development
C) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
D) Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer: B) Ministry of Women and Child Development
Explanation:
The revamped Mission Vatsalya Portal was launched to strengthen child protection through a unified digital approach.
This ministry handles welfare schemes related to women and children.
Related Info:
Mission Vatsalya focuses on vulnerable children in need of care and protection.
It was earlier known as the Child Protection Services scheme.
8. Trimbakeshwar Shiva Temple, recently in the news, is located in which state?
A) Gujarat
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Odisha
D) Maharashtra
Answer: D) Maharashtra
Explanation:
Trimbakeshwar Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and is located in Nashik, Maharashtra.
It recently made news due to religious and cultural events.
Related Info:
The temple is near the origin of the Godavari River.
It is a major pilgrimage site for Shaivites.
9. Which organization launched the global initiative ‘Global Specs 2030’ for affordable eye care for all by 2030?
A) European Union (EU)
B) UNICEF
C) World Bank
D) World Health Organization (WHO)
Answer: D) World Health Organization (WHO)
Explanation:
The WHO launched "Global Specs 2030" aiming to provide accessible and affordable vision care worldwide.
It seeks to ensure everyone has access to corrective eyewear.
Related Info:
Uncorrected poor vision affects over 1 billion people globally.
This aligns with WHO’s Universal Health Coverage goals.
10. Where were the two new bush frog species Raorchestes jadoh and Raorchestes jakoid discovered?
A) Mizoram
B) Meghalaya
C) Sikkim
D) Assam
Answer: B) Meghalaya
Explanation:
The two newly identified species of bush frogs were found in Meghalaya, known for its rich biodiversity.
They were named Raorchestes jadoh and Raorchestes jakoid, the Khasi way of life and as a tribute to the Khasi culture,
Related Info:
These frogs belong to the Rhacophoridae family.
Meghalaya's cloud forests are hotspots for new amphibian discoveries.
Daily Current Affairs 29 July 2025 | Based on The Assam Tribune & Indian Express | Download PDF
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