Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will launch which digital platform to integrate operations across land ports into a unified system?
A) ICEGATE
B) Land Port Management System (LPMS)
C) ULIP
D) National Logistics Portal
Answer: B
Explanation:
Amit Shah will launch the Land Port Management System (LPMS), a state-of-the-art digital platform designed to integrate operations across land ports into a unified system. It will facilitate seamless coordination among government agencies and private operators, provide secure end-to-end digital workflows for cargo and passenger processing, and enable real-time exchange of logistics and regulatory information.
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The system will bring land ports to the same standard as digital systems at airports and seaports. It reflects the government’s focus on smart border management, technology-driven solutions, and strengthening trade facilitation under Viksit Bharat.
2. A high-level Team Europe delegation of the European Union will visit Assam primarily to hold bilateral talks with which leader and visit which facility?
A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Numaligarh Refinery
B) Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Tata Electronics new semiconductor plant
C) Governor and Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Limited
D) Finance Minister and Oil India Limited
Answer: B
Explanation:
A high-level EU delegation will arrive in Guwahati on June 8 for a two-day visit to hold bilateral talks with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and visit Tata Electronics’ new semiconductor plant. The visit will also see the launch of Assam’s first 4P Blue Valley Cluster focused on fragrances, AYUSH, and food processing.
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The delegation will explore partnerships in sustainable value chains, industries and innovation. It will also participate in the ‘Blue Valleys’ workshop to promote innovation, research and sustainable manufacturing between India and Europe.
3. The Barbheta Cluster under the Kaziranga Poultry Value Chain Project was recently inaugurated for the development of how many women farmers near Kaziranga?
A) 12
B) 24
C) 36
D) 50
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Barbheta Cluster under the Kaziranga Poultry Value Chain Project was inaugurated for 24 women farmers. The initiative, developed through the Barbheta Eco Development Committee in collaboration with Kaziranga National Park and Saralghat Farming Trust, will establish linkage among women farmers for a scientific, elevated-shed poultry system with buy-back market linkage support.
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The project aims to strengthen households’ income and food security by promoting community-based livelihoods in fringe villages of the Kaziranga landscape. It seeks to create conservation-linked economic opportunities and build a replicable model of resilience for rural development.
4. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma recently announced the allocation of ‘guardian districts’ to how many members of his Council of Ministers?
A) 12
B) 14
C) 16
D) 18
Answer: C
Explanation:
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the allocation of ‘guardian districts’ to 16 Cabinet colleagues. These ministers will be responsible for implementation of all schemes and programmes in their respective districts. Examples include Rameswar Teli for Tinsukia and Jorhat, Atul Bora for Kamrup (Metro) and Dhemaji, and Charan Boro for Kokrajhar, Baksa and Chirang.
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The system of guardian ministers aims to ensure better monitoring and effective implementation of government schemes at the district level. It reflects the government’s focus on accountability and grassroots-level governance across Assam.
5. During a recent survey in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, how many species of raptors (birds of prey) were recorded?
A) 20
B) 25
C) 30
D) 35
Answer: C
Explanation:
A total of 30 species of raptors and six species of storks were recorded during a survey conducted in February-March across all administrative ranges of Kaziranga National Park. Most of these species are listed in Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, which provides the highest degree of protection. The Himalayan Griffon vulture was the most common with 69 individual sightings.
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Kaziranga is home to a wide variety of diurnal and nocturnal raptors as well as resident and migratory stork species. The survey highlights the rich avian diversity of the park and its adjoining landscape.
Daily Current Affairs 8 June 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune