Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. India has begun a UN peacekeeping training programme in which city of Myanmar?
A) Yangon
B) Mandalay
C) Naypyidaw
D) Bagan
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Answer: C) Naypyidaw
India has started a two-week training course on United Nations Peacekeeping Operations in Naypyidaw, Myanmar. The programme is being conducted by the Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping for 30 Myanmar officers. The training focuses on conflict management, rules of engagement, civilian protection, and peacekeeping skills.
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India has been one of the largest contributors to UN peacekeeping missions. The Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping functions under the Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Defence, and the Armed Forces.
2. The French woman who tested positive after travelling on MV Hondius was infected with which virus?
A) Nipah virus
B) Hantavirus
C) Zika virus
D) Ebola virus
Answer: B) Hantavirus
A French woman who travelled aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius tested positive for Hantavirus after returning to France. She was among the passengers evacuated from the cruise ship and later developed symptoms during repatriation. Hantavirus infections can cause severe illness, especially affecting the lungs or kidneys.
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Hantaviruses are mainly spread through contact with infected rodents. There is no specific treatment, so early supportive medical care is important.
3. The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Act will come into force from which date?
A) June 1
B) July 1
C) August 15
D) October 2
Answer: B) July 1
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Act will come into force from July 1. It will replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act and will provide 125 days of statutory wage employment to rural households. The government described it as a major shift in rural development architecture.
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MGNREGA earlier guaranteed 100 days of wage employment to rural households. The new framework aims to strengthen rural livelihood, income, and village-level infrastructure.
4. MoS Pabitra Margherita recently met a minister of which country to boost bilateral ties?
A) Panama
B) Costa Rica
C) Brazil
D) Mexico
Answer: B) Costa Rica
Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita met Costa Rica’s Minister of Science, Innovation, Technology and Telecommunications, Paula Bogantes Zamora. The discussions focused on deepening cooperation in digital innovation, capacity building, climate projects, and bilateral relations. He also met the Indian community in Costa Rica.
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Costa Rica is a Central American country. India’s engagement with Latin American countries focuses on trade, technology, capacity building, and cultural cooperation.
5. World Lupus Day was observed on which date?
A) May 8
B) May 9
C) May 10
D) May 11
Answer: C) May 10
World Lupus Day is observed globally every year on May 10 to raise awareness about lupus and related autoimmune diseases. GMCH observed the day with awareness activities, discussions, and distribution of educational materials. The theme for the year was “Make Lupus Visible.”
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Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues. Early diagnosis, regular treatment, and patient awareness are important for management.
6. A Japanese team visited a Rani-based firm in Assam to explore ties in which sector?
A) Bamboo processing
B) Mushroom cultivation
C) Tea packaging
D) Handloom technology
Answer: B) Mushroom cultivation
A Japanese delegation visited a Rani-based firm in Assam to explore collaboration in mushroom cultivation and rural enterprise development. The team discussed AI-based tools, cloud-based cultivation systems, and digital support for farmers. The initiative aims to improve productivity and support technology-enabled agriculture.
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Mushroom cultivation can create livelihood opportunities in rural areas. Use of AI and digital tools in agriculture can help farmers manage yield, labour, pest control, and disease risks.
7. Assam Sahitya Sabha will honour how many eminent litterateurs with a special literary honour?
A) Three
B) Four
C) Five
D) Six
Answer: C) Five
Assam Sahitya Sabha will confer its special literary honour on five distinguished personalities for their contribution to Assamese literature and intellectual life. The awards will be presented at a ceremony in Guwahati. The honour aims to acknowledge lifetime contribution to Assamese language and literature. Assam Sahitya Sabha will confer its special literary honour on five distinguished personalities for their contribution to Assamese literature and intellectual life. The selected litterateurs are Pushpa Gogoi, Devi Prasad Bagrodia, Upendra Barkotoki, Jitumoni Bora, and Nomal Mahanta. The honour aims to acknowledge their valuable contributions to Assamese language, literature, research, journalism, and cultural thought.
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Assam Sahitya Sabha is one of the most important literary organisations of Assam. It plays a key role in promoting Assamese language, literature, and culture.
8. Who received the CII President’s Award for Lifetime Achievement?
A) Ratan Tata
B) Sunil Bharti Mittal
C) Mukesh Ambani
D) Nandan Nilekani
Answer: B) Sunil Bharti Mittal
Sunil Bharti Mittal received the CII President’s Award for Lifetime Achievement at the CII Annual Business Summit 2026. The award was presented by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. It recognises Mittal’s long contribution to Indian industry and entrepreneurship.
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CII stands for Confederation of Indian Industry. It is a major industry body that works with government and businesses on economic and industrial development.
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