.jpeg "The National Waterway-57 on River Kopili was operationalised with a cargo service from Chandrapur to Hatisingmari, marking a revival of waterborne transport in Assam.")
Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune and Indian Express
1. Which river's waterway was recently operationalised as NW-57 in Assam?
A. Brahmaputra
B. Barak
C. Kopili
D. Subansiri
Answer: C. Kopili
Explanation:
The National Waterway-57 on River Kopili was operationalised with a cargo service from Chandrapur to Hatisingmari, marking a revival of waterborne transport in Assam.
This is the first intra-state cargo movement on this route in over a decade.
Related Info:
India has 111 National Waterways, out of which Assam now has 4 operational ones including NW-57.
Know More: National Waterways of India with Focus on Assam: Recent Developments and Benefits
2. The upcoming highest motorable pass in the world is located at which altitude?
A. 17,800 ft
B. 18,000 ft
C. 19,024 ft
D. 19,400 ft
Answer: D. 19,400 ft
Explanation:
The Mig La Pass, located on the Likaru-Mig La-Fukche road at 19,400 feet, will surpass Umling La to become the highest motorable pass in the world.
It’s being built under BRO’s Project Himank.
Related Info:
The pass will enhance mobility near the LAC, supporting both defence and remote civilian access in Ladakh.
3. Who was awarded the Taburam Taid Literary Award 2025?
A. Rajani Kanta Bordoloi
B. Yeshe Dorjee Thongchi
C. Pankaj Kumar
D. Dr. Ranoj Pegu
Answer: B. Yeshe Dorjee Thongchi
Explanation:
Padma Shri Yeshe Dorjee Thongchi received the award for his literary contributions, presented at a function in Dhemaji by Assam’s Education Minister.
The award includes a cash prize, citation, and traditional attire.
Related Info:
The award honours late Prof. Taburam Taid, a pioneer in Mising tribal literature and education.
4. Which primate species from Assam was listed among the world’s six most endangered?
A. Bengal Slow Loris
B. Western Hoolock Gibbon
C. Golden Langur
D. Capped Langur
Answer: B. Western Hoolock Gibbon
Explanation:
The Western Hoolock Gibbon, India’s only ape species, was listed among the world’s six most endangered primates at an international congress in Madagascar.
Dr. Dilip Chetry presented the findings on its declining population due to habitat loss.
Related Info:
The species is mainly found in Assam, Meghalaya, and parts of Northeast India.
5. What is the key message of the 15th Indian Organ Donation Day 2025?
A. Organ trade is legal
B. Only kidney donation is allowed
C. Donate organs, save lives
D. Organ donation is harmful
Answer: C. Donate organs, save lives
Explanation:
The campaign highlighted that a person can save up to 8 lives through organ donation after brain death, encouraging legal pledging of organs.
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urged citizens to become donors.
Related Info:
Over 3 lakh patients await organ transplants in India, with ~20 people dying daily due to non-availability.
6. What is “Himgiri” recently inducted into the Indian Navy?
A. Submarine
B. Aircraft Carrier
C. Patrol Boat
D. Guided-missile Frigate
Answer: D. Guided-missile Frigate
Explanation:
The Indian Navy received INS Himgiri, an advanced guided-missile frigate built by GRSE, Kolkata, enhancing naval strength.
It’s part of India’s maritime modernization programme.
Related Info:
GRSE is one of India’s premier shipbuilders for defence and commercial use.
7. What is Kavach 4.0 recently introduced by Indian Railways?
A. Communication System
B. Track Repair Machine
C. Collision Avoidance System
D. Electrification Scheme
Answer: C. Collision Avoidance System
Explanation:
Kavach 4.0 is an indigenous train safety system to prevent collisions by automating braking on high-density routes like Mathura-Kota.
It’s aimed at enhancing rail safety on the Delhi–Mumbai corridor.
Related Info:
Kavach is now one of the world's most affordable train safety technologies, fully developed in India.
8. Which institution has launched the 'Saksham Niveshak' campaign?
A. Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA)
B. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
C. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
D. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
Answer: A. Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA)
Explanation:
The ‘Saksham Niveshak’ campaign was launched by IEPFA to promote financial literacy and awareness about safe investment practices among citizens.
It aims to empower investors to make informed financial decisions.
Related Info:
IEPFA operates under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and conducts mass outreach programs on financial education.
9. The Dorjilung Hydropower Project is located in which country?
A. Nepal
B. Bhutan
C. Myanmar
D. Bangladesh
Answer: B. Bhutan
Explanation:
The Dorjilung Hydropower Project is a major hydropower initiative located in Bhutan, developed with Indian collaboration as part of bilateral energy cooperation.
It supports Bhutan’s renewable energy goals and regional energy export potential.
Related Info:
India and Bhutan have a strong energy partnership, with hydropower being a key sector of cooperation.
10. Where was the world’s smallest known snake, threadsnake, rediscovered after 20 years?
A. Barbados
B. Guyana
C. Colombia
D. Cuba
Answer: A. Barbados
.jpeg "The world's smallest known snake, the threadsnake, was rediscovered in Barbados after two decades. It measures just about 4 inches in length.")
Explanation:
The world's smallest known snake, the threadsnake, was rediscovered in Barbados after two decades. It measures just about 4 inches in length.
The rediscovery is crucial for conservation of rare species and island biodiversity.
Related Info:
The species, Tetracheilostoma carlae, was first described in 2008 and is endemic to the island of Barbados.