Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
Q1. The Brahmaputra Valley Journalism Award 2026 has been conferred upon which journalist?
(A) Jitu Rajkhowa
(B) Pradip Deka
(C) Durba Ghosh
(D) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya
Answer: (C) Durba Ghosh
See: Daily Current Affairs 28 April 2026
Explanation:
Durba Ghosh, a senior journalist associated with PTI, has been selected for the Brahmaputra Valley Journalism Award 2026.
The award is given by the Assam Rajyik Sangbadik Santha.
She has significantly contributed to highlighting Assam-related issues at a broader level.
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The award will be presented on May 10 in Sonari, Charaideo district.
It coincides with the foundation day celebration of the organization.
Q2. Dr Malaya Khaund, who recently passed away, was associated with which field?
(A) Science and Technology
(B) Assamese literature and translation
(C) Politics
(D) Sports administration
Answer: (B) Assamese literature and translation
Explanation:
Dr Malaya Khaund was a noted Assamese scholar, translator, and literary organizer.
She contributed extensively to Assamese literature, comparative literature, and translation studies.
Her works helped bridge Assamese literature with the wider Indian literary landscape.
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She was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Translation Award in 2007.
She also promoted Assamese language and culture outside the state, especially in Delhi.
Q3. The United Arab Emirates has decided to exit which organization effective May 1?
(A) IMF
(B) OPEC
(C) WTO
(D) BRICS
Answer: (B) OPEC
Explanation:
The UAE announced that it will leave OPEC and the wider OPEC+ grouping from May 1.
The decision was influenced by production restrictions and policy differences.
The UAE has been a long-time member of the oil cartel.
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OPEC is a group of major oil-exporting countries that regulate oil production.
It was established in 1960 to stabilize global oil markets.
Q4. The Strait of Hormuz is strategically important primarily because it connects:
(A) Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
(B) Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
(C) Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
(D) Black Sea and Caspian Sea
Answer: (B) Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
Explanation:
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial chokepoint for global oil transportation.
It connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
Disruptions here significantly impact global energy supply chains.
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A large share of the world’s crude oil passes through this strait.
India depends on this route for energy imports from West Asia.
Q5. The SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting, where Rajnath Singh met his counterparts, was held in:
(A) Tashkent
(B) Bishkek
(C) Astana
(D) Dushanbe
Answer: (B) Bishkek
Explanation:
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
He held bilateral talks with counterparts from Russia, China, and Belarus.
The discussions focused on regional security and defence cooperation.
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The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is a Eurasian political and security alliance.
India became a full member of SCO in 2017.
Q6. Arunachal Pradesh has become the ___ state in India to adopt thermal drones for wildlife monitoring.
(A) 1st
(B) 2nd
(C) 3rd
(D) 5th
Answer: (C) 3rd
Explanation:
Arunachal Pradesh introduced high-tech thermal drones to enhance wildlife monitoring and rescue operations.
This makes it the third state in India to adopt this advanced technology.
The drones help in surveillance, anti-poaching activities, and monitoring animal movement.
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Thermal drones can detect heat signatures even in dense forests.
They are useful for early detection of forest fires and illegal activities.
Q7. The University of Oxford has partnered with which Indian organization to develop a new malaria vaccine?
(A) Bharat Biotech
(B) Serum Institute of India
(C) Biocon
(D) ICMR
Answer: (B) Serum Institute of India
Explanation:
Oxford University Innovation and the Serum Institute of India signed a pact to develop a new multi-stage malaria vaccine.
The agreement includes development, large-scale manufacturing, and future commercialization.
It aims to accelerate clinical evaluation and global accessibility.
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The Serum Institute of India is the world’s largest vaccine manufacturer by volume.
The vaccine candidate targets multiple stages of the malaria parasite lifecycle.
Q8. The song “Manuhe Manuhor Babe” by Bhupen Hazarika has been recently translated into which language?
(A) French
(B) German
(C) Spanish
(D) Japanese
Answer: (B) German
Explanation:
A German version of Bhupen Hazarika’s iconic song “Manuhe Manuhor Babe” has been released.
The initiative is part of the birth centenary celebrations of the legendary musician.
The translation reflects the universal message of humanity and compassion.
Related Info:
Bhupen Hazarika was a renowned Assamese singer, lyricist, and cultural icon.
His songs often carried themes of unity, humanity, and social harmony.
Q9. India exported approximately how much tea in the last financial year, marking a record high?
(A) 180 million kg
(B) 220 million kg
(C) 280 million kg
(D) 350 million kg
Answer: (C) 280 million kg
Explanation:
India exported around 280 million kilograms of tea, the highest ever recorded.
Despite global challenges, the tea industry performed strongly.
Major export destinations included Iran, Iraq, UAE, and Russia.
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India is one of the largest tea producers globally.
Assam and West Bengal are major tea-producing regions.
Q10. The 220th birth anniversary of which personality was recently observed?
(A) Lachit Borphukan
(B) Maniram Dewan
(C) Gopinath Bordoloi
(D) Bhupen Hazarika
Answer: (B) Maniram Dewan
Explanation:
The 220th birth anniversary of Maniram Dewan was observed in Guwahati.
He was a prominent figure associated with Assam’s early tea industry and resistance against British rule.
An academic event highlighted his contributions and relevance in modern entrepreneurship.
Related Info:
Maniram Dewan is considered one of the first Assamese tea planters.
He was also involved in the 1857 uprising in Assam.
Q11. India is set to receive the 4th unit of the S-400 missile system from which country?
(A) USA
(B) France
(C) Russia
(D) Israel
Answer: (C) Russia
Explanation:
India is expected to receive the fourth unit of the S-400 Triumf air defence system from Russia.
The system significantly strengthens India’s air defence capabilities.
It was procured under a $5 billion deal signed in 2018.
Related Info:
S-400 is a long-range surface-to-air missile system.
It can track and destroy multiple aerial threats including aircraft and missiles.
Q12. Wild water buffaloes were translocated from Kaziranga National Park to which Tiger Reserve?
(A) Bandhavgarh
(B) Pench
(C) Kanha
(D) Satpura
Answer: (C) Kanha
Explanation:
Wild water buffaloes were translocated from Kaziranga National Park in Assam to Kanha Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh.
This is a major conservation initiative aimed at restoring the species in central India.
The first batch included four buffaloes (three females and one male).
Related Info:
Kaziranga is the primary habitat of wild water buffaloes in India.
The species is classified as Endangered by the IUCN.
Daily Current Affairs 29-30 April 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune | Download PDF