Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. Which system was launched to warn citizens about emergencies and natural disasters through mobile phones?
A) Bharat Alert Portal
B) Cell Broadcast Alert System
C) National SMS Safety Network
D) Disaster Signal Service
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Answer: B) Cell Broadcast Alert System
The Cell Broadcast Alert System was launched to send emergency warning messages to citizens through mobile phones. The system can alert people about disasters and urgent safety situations in their area. It was developed indigenously by C-DOT in collaboration with NDMA.
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Cell broadcast technology allows alerts to be sent to all mobile phones in a selected area without requiring phone numbers. It is useful during earthquakes, floods, cyclones, and other emergencies.
2. Northeast Frontier Railway signed an MoU with which institute for real-time rail safety technology?
A) IIT Guwahati
B) IIT Delhi
C) IIT Bombay
D) IIT Kharagpur
Answer: A) IIT Guwahati
Northeast Frontier Railway signed an MoU with IIT Guwahati for developing and deploying a real-time rail safety system. The system uses onboard vibration IMU-GPS technology to monitor track conditions and detect abnormalities. It will help improve preventive maintenance and reduce railway safety risks.
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IMU stands for Inertial Measurement Unit, which helps measure motion and vibration. Combining IMU with GPS can help locate track defects accurately.
3. The 11th Professor Sarat Mahanta Memorial Lecture focused on India’s evolution by which year?
A) 2030
B) 2047
C) 2050
D) 2070
Answer: B) 2047
The lecture highlighted the idea that 2047 would mark India’s evolution into a modern democratic republic. The year 2047 is significant because it will mark 100 years of India’s independence. Discussions around this year often focus on governance, development, democracy, and national progress.
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The concept of developed India by 2047 is linked with long-term goals in economy, infrastructure, education, governance, and social development.
4. May 3 was called to be observed as which day by the Thadou Inpi Manipur?
A) Day of Unity and Justice
B) Day of Peace and Prayer
C) Day of Cultural Harmony
D) Day of Reconciliation
Answer: B) Day of Peace and Prayer
Thadou Inpi Manipur called upon churches and community members to observe May 3 as the “Day of Peace and Prayer.” The observance was connected with remembering the victims of violence and promoting peace among communities. It emphasized coexistence, compassion, and reconciliation.
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Peace-building efforts in conflict-affected regions often involve civil society, student bodies, religious groups, and community organizations.
5. Ukrainian drones recently struck deep inside Russia, targeting which type of facilities?
A) Nuclear power plants
B) Oil facilities
C) Railway stations
D) Military hospitals
Answer: B) Oil facilities
Ukrainian drones carried out long-range attacks deep inside Russia, targeting oil facilities and related infrastructure. These strikes aimed to affect Russia’s energy exports and put pressure on its economy. The attacks also highlighted the growing role of drones in modern warfare.
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Oil and gas exports are major sources of revenue for Russia. Drone warfare has become a key feature of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
6. Who has been appointed as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India?
A) T Rabi Sankar
B) Rohit Jain
C) Prasoon Joshi
D) Swaminathan J
Answer: B) Rohit Jain
Rohit Jain has been appointed as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India for a three-year term. He replaced T Rabi Sankar, whose tenure ended. Before this appointment, Jain served as Executive Director at the Reserve Bank of India.
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The Reserve Bank of India has four Deputy Governors. They handle areas such as monetary policy, banking regulation, financial markets, and supervision.
7. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati?
A) Prasoon Joshi
B) Rohit Jain
C) Ashwini Vaishnaw
D) Rajeev Kumar
Answer: A) Prasoon Joshi
Prasoon Joshi has been appointed as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati. He is a noted lyricist, writer, communication expert, and former Chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification. His appointment brings experience from media, advertising, cinema, and public communication.
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Prasar Bharati is India’s public service broadcaster. It includes Doordarshan and All India Radio.
8. Which Union Territory set a Guinness World Record by unfurling the largest underwater national flag?
A) Lakshadweep
B) Puducherry
C) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
D) Daman and Diu
Answer: C) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
The Andaman and Nicobar administration set a Guinness World Record by unfurling the world’s largest underwater national flag. The massive Tricolour measured approximately 60 by 40 metres and was deployed beneath the sea near Radhanagar beach. The event required coordination among divers, police, Navy, Coast Guard, and local teams.
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Radhanagar Beach is located on Havelock Island, also known as Swaraj Dweep. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are strategically important in the Indian Ocean region.
9. Uma Chetry and Jintimani Kalita were named in which squad?
A) India Under-19 cricket squad
B) India A women’s cricket squad
C) Indian senior women’s hockey squad
D) India women’s football squad
Answer: B) India A women’s cricket squad
Assam cricketers Uma Chetry and Jintimani Kalita were named in the India A women’s squad for the upcoming tour of England. Their selection reflects their consistent performance at the domestic level. It is also a major boost for women’s cricket in Assam.
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India A teams help emerging players gain international exposure before entering the senior national team. Uma Chetry has been one of the prominent women cricketers from Assam.
Daily Current Affairs 3 May 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune | Download PDF