Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. Amritpal Singh is associated with which political constituency as mentioned here?
A) Bathinda
B) Khadoor Sahib
C) Patiala
D) Sangrur
See: Daily Current Affairs 22 April 2026
Answer: B) Khadoor Sahib
Amritpal Singh is mentioned as the MP from Khadoor Sahib. He has been lodged in Dibrugarh Central Jail and is to be formally arrested again by Punjab Police after the end of his detention under the NSA. The arrest is linked to the Ajnala police station attack case of February 2023.
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The National Security Act (NSA) provides for preventive detention in matters connected to security and public order. Dibrugarh Central Jail has been in the news in connection with detainees shifted from Punjab.
2. Nitya Bora, who recently passed away, was closely associated with which Assamese daily as its former editor?
A) Dainik Janambhumi
B) Asomiya Pratidin
C) The Sentinel
D) Amar Asom
Answer: B) Asomiya Pratidin
Nitya Bora was a noted writer, veteran journalist, and former editor of Asomiya Pratidin. He was 83 years old and had contributed significantly to Assamese literature and journalism over several decades. He also edited socio-political and literary works and remained an influential public intellectual.
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He was honoured with awards such as the Lakshminath Phukan Journalism Bota and Harendra Nath Baruah Journalism Bota. He also edited works such as Bezboruah Rachanawali.
3. Aakuti has been officially selected for which international film festival?
A) Cannes Film Festival 2026
B) Toronto International Film Festival 2026
C) New York Indian Film Festival 2026
D) Busan International Film Festival 2026
Answer: C) New York Indian Film Festival 2026
Aakuti, the debut feature film of PKR Films, has been officially selected for the New York Indian Film Festival 2026. It will have its world premiere there and has already received two nominations — Best Debut Film and Best Child Actor. The film is directed by Snigdha P Roy.
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The film is produced by Snigdha P Roy and Tanuja P Roy, and co-produced by Smita Roy. The child actor nomination is for Kavisha Mahanta.
4. Assam’s Sanchipat manuscript painting has been selected for which edition of the National Art Exhibition organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi?
A) 60th
B) 62nd
C) 65th
D) 68th
Answer: C) 65th
In a historic first, Assam’s indigenous Sanchipat manuscript painting has been selected for the 65th National Art Exhibition organised by the Lalit Kala Akademi, New Delhi. The artwork was created by Sujit Das of Nagaon using traditional Sanchipat and natural pigments. This marks the first inclusion of this art form at the national exhibition.
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Lalit Kala Akademi is India’s National Academy of Art. Sanchipat is a traditional manuscript material associated with Assamese manuscript culture.
5. Sudan Gurung, who resigned amid a financial controversy, was serving as the Home Minister of which country?
A) Bhutan
B) Nepal
C) Sri Lanka
D) Bangladesh
Answer: B) Nepal
Sudan Gurung resigned as Nepal’s Home Minister amid allegations related to his financial conduct while in office. He had been appointed on March 27 and said he stepped down to allow an impartial investigation and avoid any conflict of interest. The resignation came amid growing criticism over alleged business links and shares transactions.
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After his resignation, Prime Minister Balendra Shah kept the Home Ministry portfolio with himself. Gurung had also been active during Nepal’s Gen Z movement.
6. Which strategic waterway was mentioned in connection with attacks on ships during the ongoing West Asia crisis?
A) Suez Canal
B) Bab-el-Mandeb
C) Strait of Malacca
D) Strait of Hormuz
Answer: D) Strait of Hormuz
The report mentions attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints. It connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea. Any disruption in this passage can affect international shipping and energy flows.
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The Strait of Hormuz lies between Iran and Oman. It is strategically important for the movement of crude oil and petroleum products.
7. The National Science Centre, Guwahati celebrated International Mother Earth Day with this year’s global theme:
A) Restore Our Earth
B) Invest in Our Planet
C) Our Power, Our Planet
D) Planet vs Plastics
Answer: C) Our Power, Our Planet
The National Science Centre, Guwahati observed International Mother Earth Day with activities for students, teachers, and visitors. The theme highlighted was “Our Power, Our Planet”, focusing on environmental protection, sustainable practices, and climate action. The programme included competitions, awareness events, and a mime performance.
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Earth Day is observed annually on 22 April. It promotes awareness on environmental protection, biodiversity, and climate responsibility.
8. The tea industry’s concern over rising freight costs is mainly linked to disruptions affecting exports to which region?
A) Central Asia
B) West Asia
C) East Africa
D) Southeast Asia
Answer: B) West Asia
The tea industry is worried because freight costs to Middle East and Western countries have risen sharply due to the West Asia crisis. The region accounts for over 40 per cent of the tea trade referred to here, making transport disruptions especially significant. Exporters fear prolonged instability could affect shipments and buyer access.
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Freight to the Middle East was reported to have increased by up to 10 times, while freight to Western countries also rose sharply. Exporters also expressed concern over new pesticide legislation in Europe
Daily Current Affairs 23 April 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune | Download PDF