Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. The National Immunization Day campaign in Kamrup district of Assam has set a target of vaccinating approximately how many children in the 0-5 years age group?
A) 1 lakh
B) 1.5 lakh
C) 2 lakh
D) 2.5 lakh
See: Daily Current Affairs 27-28 June 2026
Answer: C
Explanation:
Kamrup district has launched a three-day National Immunization Day campaign targeting nearly 1,99,637 children for the Oral Polio Vaccine. The drive, which runs from June 28 to June 30, has established over 1,180 vaccination booths including boat clinics to cover riverine and hard-to-reach areas. A workforce of more than 4,486 health workers has been deployed for the campaign.
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The district has received 2,19,600 doses of OPV for the drive. Special emphasis has been given to high-risk areas through boat clinics and cold chain management training for health workers.
2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently highlighted the conservation story of which bird species from Assam in his Mann Ki Baat programme?
A) Sarus Crane
B) Greater Adjutant Stork (Hargila)
C) Black-necked Stork
D) Spot-billed Pelican
Answer: B
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the community-led conservation of the Greater Adjutant Stork, locally known as ‘Hargila’, in Assam during his Mann Ki Baat broadcast. The bird was earlier considered to bring bad luck, leading to the destruction of its habitats and nesting trees. Biologist Purnima Devi Barman and a group of rural women, called the ‘Hargila Army’, led the successful conservation initiative that changed public perception.
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The Greater Adjutant Stork plays an important role in keeping the environment clean by feeding on carcasses. The Prime Minister noted that right information and community effort can transform age-old mindsets.
3. The documentary ‘Bhupen Da Uncut’ on the life of Bhupen Hazarika was recently screened at which university in Jorhat?
A) Dibrugarh University
B) Tezpur University
C) Jagannath Barooah University
D) Gauhati University
Answer: C
Explanation:
The documentary ‘Bhupen Da Uncut’, directed by Bobbeeta Sharma and produced by Chimnoy Sharma, was screened at Jagannath Barooah University in Jorhat on June 26. The film features rare and candid footage of Bhupen Hazarika, including his 1999 visit to England, and provides an intimate look into the legendary artist’s life and journey. The screening was organised by the Bhupen Hazarika International Foundation in association with the university.
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An interactive session was held after the screening where the director interacted with the audience. The event was attended by the Vice-Chancellor and senior faculty members of the university.
4. Which organisation has signed an MoU with Margdarshak Advisory to promote entrepreneurship in the Bodoland region?
A) Bodoland Territorial Council
B) Bodoland Entrepreneurship Foundation
C) Assam Skill Development Mission
D) NEDFi
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Bodoland Entrepreneurship Foundation (BEF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Margdarshak Advisory to boost entrepreneurship and create sustainable livelihood opportunities in the Bodoland region. The partnership will focus on structured mentoring, training, capacity building and ecosystem development for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially first-generation and marginalised youth. The collaboration aims to support MSMEs and nano enterprises through proven mentorship-led models.
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A roadmap for enterprise growth and development in Bodoland was also discussed during the event. The MoU was formally signed by representatives of both organisations in Guwahati.
Daily Current Affairs 29 June 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune