Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
Q1. According to the report, how many Bangladeshi nationals is the Centre ready to deport after verification?
A) 1,680
B) 2,280
C) 2,680
D) 3,680
Answer: C) 2,680
Explanation:
The report says the Centre is ready to deport 2,680 Bangladeshi nationals after their nationality is verified. The cases were referred to the Bangladeshi side for verification. Once the verification process is completed, deportation can begin as per law. The statement was made by the MEA spokesperson.
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Illegal immigration and border management continue to be major issues in India’s eastern border areas. The government has also linked this matter with broader demographic concerns in border states.
Q2. How many exclusive NDPS courts have been approved along with five paperless courts in the state?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 7
D) 8
Answer: C) 7
Explanation:
The report states that five paperless courts are being set up in the state, along with seven exclusive courts for NDPS cases. The Gauhati High Court noted that funds had been allotted for making five courts paperless. It also directed the administration to speed up digitisation. The move aims to strengthen judicial infrastructure and improve case handling.
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NDPS courts deal with cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Digitisation of courts is part of wider judicial reform efforts to improve efficiency and transparency.
Q3. Where will the three-day “Sikkim Utsav 2026 – Gangtok Chapter” be held?
A) Palzor Stadium
B) MG Marg
C) Tsomgo Lake
D) Rumtek Monastery
Answer: B) MG Marg
Explanation:
The event is scheduled to be held from June 5 to 7 at MG Marg in Gangtok. It will showcase entrepreneurs, art, culture, food, music, handicrafts, and organic products from Sikkim. The programme is organised under a Centre-backed MSME-related scheme. It aims to promote local enterprise and cultural identity.
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Such festivals help small businesses reach wider audiences. They also serve as platforms for promoting local products and tourism-linked economic activity.
Q4. What was ceremonially installed for the All Assam Shagunmari Family convention?
A) Dhwaja
B) Laikhuta
C) Kalasha
D) Deepa
Answer: B) Laikhuta
Explanation:
The article says the ceremonial “laikhuta” was installed as part of preparations for the convention. The event is meant to unite members of the Shagunmari family and trace their roots and heritage. It is connected to the Barhajowal lineage of the Sonowal Kachari community. The convention also aims to discuss issues and possible solutions for members.
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Community conventions like this often focus on cultural preservation and social unity. They also help younger generations connect with their lineage, traditions, and historical identity.
Q5. Which two countries launched a trade and investment forum to strengthen commercial engagement?
A) India and Australia
B) India and Canada
C) India and France
D) India and Japan
Answer: B) India and Canada
Explanation:
India and Canada launched a trade and investment forum to bring together businesses from both countries. The initiative was announced after a three-day official visit by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. The two sides also agreed to improve connectivity, business mobility, and direct commercial linkages. The forum is meant to deepen economic engagement.
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Trade forums like this are used to build new business partnerships and investment opportunities. They often become important platforms during periods of renewed diplomatic and commercial outreach.
Q6. China’s Shenzhou-21 astronauts returned to Earth after spending nearly how many months in space?
A) 3 months
B) 5 months
C) 7 months
D) 10 months
Answer: C) 7 months
Explanation:
Three Chinese astronauts—Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang—returned safely to Earth after nearly seven months in space. Their spacecraft landed at the Dongfeng landing site in Inner Mongolia. During the mission, the crew completed scientific experiments, transferred supplies and carried out three spacewalk activities. They also handed over responsibilities to the Shenzhou-23 crew before returning. China is continuing its human space programme and is preparing for its first crewed Moon landing by 2030.
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China’s space station is Tiangong, which means “Heavenly Palace.”
Astronaut Zhang Lu has now completed the highest number of spacewalks by a Chinese astronaut.
Q7. Assam’s Avantika Das won two silver medals in which international sporting event?
A) Asian Games
B) Oceania International Invitational Wushu Kung Fu Championships 2026
C) World Karate Championship
D) Commonwealth Games
Answer: B) Oceania International Invitational Wushu Kung Fu Championships 2026
Explanation:
Assam’s wushu player Avantika Das won two silver medals while representing India at the championship held at the Sleeman Sports Complex, Chandler, Queensland, Australia. She earned medals in the Traditional Double Weapon Event and Traditional Single Weapon Event. Her performance brought recognition to Assam at an international level.
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Wushu is a Chinese martial art and includes weapon-based and combat events.
Avantika’s achievement is an important sporting moment for Assam and Northeast India.
Q8. What was the theme of the awareness and sensitisation programme to mark World No Tobacco Day 2026?
A) Tobacco-Free Future: Youth for Health
B) Unmasking the Appeal: Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction
C) Say No to Smoking, Say Yes to Life
D) Healthy Youth, Healthy Nation
Answer: B) Unmasking the Appeal: Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction
Explanation:
World No Tobacco Day is celebrated on May 31 each year. The programme was organised to create awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and nicotine dependence. It focused on prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and encouraging young people to stay away from products like cigarettes, gutkha, zarda and khaini. The event also included a road safety awareness session and an anti-tobacco pledge.
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World No Tobacco Day is observed to spread awareness about the health risks linked to tobacco use. Such programmes often combine health education, youth outreach and community participation to strengthen public awareness.
Q9. How many horror stories did teenager Kabir write to enter the India Book of Records?
A) 911
B) 1,011
C) 1,111
D) 1,211
Answer: C) 1,111
Explanation:
Kabir, a Class XI student from Guwahati, achieved the record for typing 1,111 self-composed horror stories on a mobile phone. His collection, titled Chillers, includes stories ranging from 1 to 19 lines each. The achievement highlights his consistency, creative writing skills and dedication.
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This kind of recognition often brings attention to young literary talent and digital-age creativity. Record books frequently highlight unusual achievements that combine discipline, originality and volume of output.
Q10. The newly identified frog species from Nagaland was named after which late professor?
A) Amalendu Choudhury
B) Kamal Choudhury
C) Bhaskar Saikia
D) Arjun Bora
Answer: B) Kamal Choudhury
Explanation:
Researchers named the new frog species Amolops kamal in tribute to late B Borooah College professor Kamal Choudhury. The species was collected from Singrep village in Nagaland’s Kiphire district and studied by scientists from ZSI. The discovery adds to the known diversity of Amolops frogs in India.
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The finding shows that Northeast India remains a major centre of amphibian diversity and evolution. Such discoveries are important for biodiversity studies, taxonomy and conservation planning.
Q11. Who is leading the Indian delegation carrying the holy relics of Lord Buddha’s two principal disciples to Mongolia?
A) Deba Kumar Mishra
B) Lakshman Prasad Acharya
C) Narendra Modi
D) Bhaskar Saikia
Answer: B) Lakshman Prasad Acharya
Explanation:
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya is leading the delegation taking the relics of Arhat Sariputra and Arhat Maudgalyayana to Mongolia. The exposition is being organised under the Ministry of Culture and is linked to strengthening civilisational ties between India and Mongolia. The relics originate from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sanchi Stupa.
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Buddhist relic exhibitions often carry deep spiritual and diplomatic significance. They also draw monks, devotees and scholars, reinforcing cultural links across countries.
Q12. What is the title of Kartikeya Vajpai’s novel that was launched in Guwahati?
A) The Unfolding: Life and Purpose
B) The Becoming: Beyond Identity
C) The Unbecoming: Let Life Reveal Its Purpose
D) Reveal the Inner Self
Answer: C) The Unbecoming: Let Life Reveal Its Purpose
Explanation:
Kartikeya Vajpai launched his novel The Unbecoming: Let Life Reveal Its Purpose at the Gauhati Press Club. This was the book’s first Northeast India launch and brought together journalists, students, academicians and literary figures. The novel explores identity, self-awareness, purpose and modern life’s emotional pressures.
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The book has forewords by the Dalai Lama and Swami Sarvapriyananda. Its launch in Guwahati highlights the growing literary engagement of the region with contemporary ideas and youth-focused discussions.
Q13. The Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) launched by the Shipping Minister is aimed at:
A) Ranking India’s airports by passenger traffic
B) Benchmarking and improving the performance of Indian ports
C) Measuring inland waterway speed only
D) Tracking shipbuilding exports only
Answer: B) Benchmarking and improving the performance of Indian ports
Explanation:
The LPPI has been introduced to assess and improve the operational performance of Indian ports. It is part of the Sagar Aankalan framework and focuses on efficiency, transparency and global competitiveness. It evaluates ports across major cargo segments and uses operational indicators such as cargo handled, vessel turnaround time and berth idle time.
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It covers dry bulk, liquid bulk and container cargo. The framework also looks at pre-berthing waiting time, container dwell time and berth day output.
Q14. Marcia Lucas, who passed away at the age of 80, was best known for editing which film?
A) The Godfather
B) Jaws
C) Star Wars
D) Titanic
Answer: C) Star Wars
Explanation:
Marcia Lucas won an Academy Award for editing the original 1977 Star Wars. She was one of the key editors whose work helped shape the New Hollywood era. She also edited Return of the Jedi, THX 1138 and American Graffiti.
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She was married to George Lucas from 1969 to 1983. She died in Rancho Mirage, California, after battling metastatic cancer.
Q15. According to Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, a BrahMos missile deal has already been signed with which country?
A) Thailand
B) Vietnam
C) Malaysia
D) Singapore
Answer: B) Vietnam
Explanation:
Rajesh Kumar Singh said that the BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam had already been signed, though not publicly announced. He also said a similar agreement with Indonesia was in the final stages. The statement came during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
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The Philippines was the first foreign buyer of the BrahMos missile system, with a contract signed in 2022. BrahMos has emerged as one of India’s most important defence export products.
Q16. Who has replaced Indra Nooyi as the Independent Director of the ICC?
A) Nita Ambani
B) Ros Rivaz
C) Chanda Kochhar
D) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Answer: B) Ros Rivaz
Explanation:
Dr Ros Rivaz has been appointed as the ICC’s Independent Director, replacing Indra Nooyi. She will serve an initial three-year term, with the possibility of one extension. The ICC noted that the position is reserved for a prominent woman leader with strong social and professional credentials.
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The ICC highlighted her wide experience across blue-chip companies and international board roles. Her appointment reflects the body’s emphasis on diversity, inclusion and stronger governance.
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