Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. Who is set to receive the Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha Smarak Bota-2026 for contributions to Assamese language, literature, art and culture?
A. Tarawati Mili Bori
B. Dr Basanta Kumar Goswami
C. Ranoj Pegu
D. Padma Shri Jadab Payeng
See: Daily Current Affairs 16 June 2026
Answer: A
Explanation:
Tarawati Mili Bori, a noted folk artist from Dhemaji district, will be conferred the award jointly by Asam Sahitya Sabha and Srimanta Sankardeva Sangha. The ceremony is scheduled for 20 June 2026 at Gogamukh Higher Secondary School in Dhemaji district. This is the first time the two organisations have come together to observe Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha Divas through this joint award.
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The day-long programme will include flag hoisting, lamp lighting, a plantation drive and an open session. Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu will attend as chief guest while Dr Mrinal Kumar Barua and Dr Banajit Bhatta will deliver keynote addresses. Special guests include Padma Shri Jadab Payeng and senior functionaries from both literary bodies.
2. Which organisation launched the ‘Har Ghar Investor’ campaign with Guwahati as its first destination?
A. NCDEX Ltd
B. SEBI
C. Reserve Bank of India
D. Assam Tourism Development Corporation
Answer: A
Explanation:
NCDEX Ltd has launched the nationwide ‘Har Ghar Investor’ campaign to ensure every Indian household has at least one investor. The campaign promotes accessible, transparent and simple participation in regulated financial markets under the vision of ‘Equity for Bharat’. Guwahati was chosen as the strategic inaugural location due to rising financial literacy and digital adoption in the region.
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Dr Arun Raste, MD & CEO of NCDEX, stated that the initiative aims to empower households with knowledge and confidence to participate in markets. With SEBI’s in-principle approval for equity and equity derivatives, NCDEX has secured ₹770 crore and will launch its first offering in the cash segment as a Mutual Fund Platform.
3. The Assamese short film selected for the Prism Section at the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) 2026 is
A. Muga
B. Story of A Forest
C. The Little Lost Firefly
D. Golu’s School Days
Answer: A
Explanation:
Muga, which celebrates the resilience and cultural legacy of Assam’s traditional Muga silk-weaving community, has been officially selected for the Prism Section at MIFF 2026. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Samujjal Kashyap and produced by Trinay Entertainment, the film features Achinta Raj Kashyap, Upasana Priyam and Mayukh Sharma. It previously won Best Editing at Chalchitra National Film Festival 2025 and a Jury Award at the 14th Mumbai Shorts International Film Festival.
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The film has also earned official selections at the Goa Short Film Festival and Pune Short Film Festival. Through evocative storytelling, it pays tribute to Assam’s rich Muga silk heritage and brings regional narratives to national audiences. MIFF is South Asia’s oldest and largest festival dedicated to documentary, short fiction and animation films.
4. Sarpreet Singh, the first player of Indian origin to start a FIFA World Cup match, represents which country?
A. New Zealand
B. India
C. Australia
D. Canada
Answer: A
Explanation:
Sarpreet Singh, a 27-year-old attacking midfielder born in Auckland to Punjabi parents, became the first footballer of Indian origin to start a FIFA World Cup match. He started for New Zealand in their 2-2 group stage draw against Iran during the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by USA, Canada and Mexico. He operated in the 4-2-3-1 formation and created several scoring opportunities.
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Sarpreet had earlier played as a substitute in the 2018 World Cup and featured in the 2006 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Germany. He has played professional football in Germany and New Zealand and remains the only player of Indian descent to have appeared in a senior FIFA World Cup match for New Zealand.
5. The US-Iran peace deal signing ceremony scheduled for 19 June 2026 will be hosted at which location?
A. Burgenstock resort near Luzern, Switzerland
B. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
C. Tehran, Iran
D. Washington D.C., United States
Answer: A
Explanation:
Switzerland’s foreign ministry announced that the signing ceremony between the United States and Iran will take place on 19 June at the Burgenstock resort near Luzern. The venue was proposed by Pakistani and Qatari mediators with the agreement of both countries. The tentative deal seeks to end the ongoing conflict and includes conditions related to Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described the agreement as tentative. Israel has rejected the withdrawal condition, leading to resumption of full-scale hostilities. The deal has not been made public and officials from both sides have offered differing interpretations of its contents.
Daily Current Affairs 17 June 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune