Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
Q. Recently, which institution in Northeast India introduced epilepsy surgery services to benefit patients with drug-resistant epilepsy?
A) AIIMS New Delhi
B) AIIMS Guwahati
C) NEIGRIHMS Shillong
D) PGIMER Chandigarh
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Answer: B) AIIMS Guwahati
Explanation:
AIIMS Guwahati has launched a dedicated epilepsy surgery programme to address the limited access to specialised epilepsy care in the Northeast region. The first successful surgery for drug-refractory temporal lobe epilepsy was performed there recently, marking a historic milestone for neurological care in the region. Patients with uncontrolled seizures despite medication can now seek expert consultation locally.
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Prof Ashok Puranik, Executive Director of AIIMS Guwahati, emphasised that epilepsy is a treatable condition. The programme includes detailed clinical evaluation, long-term video EEG monitoring, and multidisciplinary care to reduce or eliminate seizures.
Q. Who among the following is one of the astronaut-designates selected for India’s Gaganyaan mission and has previously flown to the International Space Station?
A) Rakesh Sharma
B) Kalpana Chawla
C) Shubhanshu Shukla
D) Sunita Williams
Answer: C) Shubhanshu Shukla
Explanation:
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who served as India's first astronaut on the ISS during NASA's Axiom-4 mission in June 2025, is now preparing for ISRO’s Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission. Tentatively scheduled for mid-2027, the mission aims to demonstrate India’s capability in human spaceflight with a three-member crew. He is based at the Human Space Flight Centre in Bengaluru.
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Shukla, an IAF test pilot, drew from his experience flying new aircraft to prepare for Gaganyaan. The mission will place the crew in a low-Earth orbit of 400 km for three days before landing in Indian waters.
Q. Under the PM SVANidhi scheme, how much amount has been disbursed to street vendors in the Northeastern region as per recent announcement?
A) Rs 100 crore
B) Rs 430 crore
C) Rs 750 crore
D) Rs 1,000 crore
Answer: B) Rs 430 crore
Explanation:
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced that more than 2.50 lakh loans worth over Rs 430 crore have been disbursed to street vendors across the Northeast under the Prime Minister’s Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) scheme. The statement was made during an event in Agartala, Tripura, to mark six years of the scheme. The initiative provides collateral-free loans to help vendors revive and expand their businesses.
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Launched by PM Narendra Modi in June 2020, the scheme promotes financial inclusion and entrepreneurship among street vendors. In Tripura alone, the state has performed notably with significant sanctions under the scheme.
Q. Assam University recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which Thai university for academic cooperation?
A) Chulalongkorn University
B) Surindra Rajabhat University
C) Mahidol University
D) Kasetsart University
Answer: B) Surindra Rajabhat University
Explanation:
Assam University (AUS), Silchar, has inked an MoU with Surindra Rajabhat University (SRRU), Thailand, to promote student and faculty exchange, joint academic programmes, and research collaborations. The agreement aims to strengthen bilateral ties in fields like management, humanities, social sciences, technology, and interdisciplinary studies. It was exchanged during the 16th National Graduate Research Presentation Conference in Thailand.
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The MoU is expected to provide international exposure to students and foster research in areas such as AI, digital crisis management, and border security. Assam University Vice Chancellor and other officials represented India at the event.
Q. The Nepali version of which famous 16th-century Assamese Vaishnava text was recently released in Jamugurihat, Assam?
A) Kirtan Ghosa
B) Naam Ghosha
C) Bhaona
D) Sankardev’s Bargeet
Answer: B) Naam Ghosha
Explanation:
The Nepali translation of 'Naam Ghosha', written by the 16th-century Vaishnava guru Sri Madhabdev, was released at Hari Mandir in Gameripal near Jamugurihat. The translation was done by Dr Tulshi Upadhyay of Tyagbir Hem Baruah College to spread the message among Nepali-speaking people. A lecture on Madhabdev’s contribution to Assamese society was also delivered during the event.
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The release was chaired by Dal Bahadur Chetry and attended by dignitaries. 'Naam Ghosha' is a significant devotional text in the Ekasarana Dharma tradition founded by Srimanta Sankardev and Madhabdev.
Q. Veteran Indian singer Suman Kalyanpur, who passed away recently at the age of 89, was known for her songs in how many languages?
A) Only Hindi
B) Several Indian languages including Assamese
C) Only Marathi and Kannada
D) English and Hindi
Answer: B) Several Indian languages including Assamese
Explanation:
Suman Kalyanpur, a legendary playback singer, passed away at her residence in Mumbai due to age-related issues. Popular for songs like “Na Na Karte” and “Tumne Pukara Aur Hum Chale Aaye”, she sang in multiple languages such as Hindi, Marathi, Assamese, Kannada, Bengali, and Oriya. She was often compared to Lata Mangeshkar but carved her own niche in the 1960s and 1970s.
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She also sang devotional songs, ghazals, and thumris. Her last rites were held at Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai. She is survived by her daughter Charu.
Q. Who recently assumed charge as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India?
A) General Anil Chauhan
B) General NS Raja Subramani
C) Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
D) Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari
Answer: B) General NS Raja Subramani
Explanation:
General NS Raja Subramani, a noted expert on Pakistan and China, took charge as the new Chief of Defence Staff. He succeeded General Anil Chauhan. Prior to this, he served as Military Adviser to the National Security Council Secretariat and as Vice Chief of Army Staff. He emphasised integration of indigenous weapons and tri-services synergy.
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Gen Subramani has over 40 years of experience across various command and staff roles. His appointment is seen as crucial for implementing military reforms and enhancing jointness among the armed forces.
Q. Who has taken over as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy?
A) Admiral Anil Kumar Singh
B) Admiral Krishna Swaminathan
C) Admiral Karambir Singh
D) Admiral R Hari Kumar
Answer: B) Admiral Krishna Swaminathan
Explanation:
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as India’s new Navy Chief, succeeding Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi. He was previously the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command. Maintaining peak operational readiness in a challenging maritime environment is his top priority.
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Admiral Swaminathan described the regional security environment as complex and unpredictable. He served in various key positions and brings extensive experience to the role of the 27th CNS.
Q. Which Indian badminton pair won their maiden Singapore Open title in the men’s doubles category recently?
A) Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy
B) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty
C) PV Sindhu and Ashwini Ponnappa
D) Kidambi Srikanth and N Sikki Reddy
Answer: B) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty
Explanation:
Former world No. 1 pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated the Indonesian duo of Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto to win the men’s doubles title at the Singapore Open BWF Super 750 tournament. This was their first title at the event and ended a title drought. They are Asian Games champions and have multiple Super 750 titles.
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The pair had a gritty comeback in the final, winning in three games. This victory is particularly significant as they became the first Indians to win the doubles title at Singapore Open. They celebrated with characteristic enthusiasm on court.
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