Quiz: Daily Current Affairs: 5 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
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Quiz: Daily Current Affairs: 5 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
What is India's rank in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index?
Explanation
In the 2026 report, India is ranked 157th out of 180 countries.
Key Points
- > The report is published by Reporters Without Borders
- > Dropped 6 places compared to last year
- > The country has been placed in the 'Very Serious' category
Additional Information
- Norway tops the index.
- Eritrea is at the very bottom.
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| Norway | 1 |
| India | 157 |
| Eritrea | 180 |
Who has been appointed as the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India?
Explanation
Rohit Jain has been appointed as the Deputy Governor of the RBI for a period of 3 years.
Key Points
- > Succeeded T. Rabi Sankar
- > The tenure of the appointment is 3 years
- > Currently, there are a total of 4 Deputy Governors
Additional Information
- RBI is the central bank of India.
- Its headquarters is in Mumbai.
| Post | Current Name |
|---|---|
| Governor | Shaktikanta Das |
| Deputy Governor | Rohit Jain |
Which is India's first 'paperless judiciary state'?
Explanation
Sikkim is the first state in India to introduce a completely paperless judicial system.
Key Points
- > Stopped the use of paper in administrative work
- > E-filing system has been introduced
- > This is a major digital milestone
Additional Information
- Kerala created the first paperless district court.
- Sikkim is a state in North-East India.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| First State | Sikkim |
| First District Court | Kalpetta |
What type of satellite has GalaxEye developed?
Explanation
This is the world's first OptoSAR satellite, which is a combination of optical and radar technology.
Key Points
- > The mission is named Mission Drishti
- > Launched on a SpaceX rocket
- > Capable of working in adverse weather conditions
Additional Information
- Its manufacturer is a startup from Bengaluru.
- It can capture images during the day or night.
| Technology | Advantage |
|---|---|
| Optical | Clear images |
| SAR | Seeing through clouds |
| OptoSAR | Combination |
Where is India's first pearl farming cluster being established?
Explanation
It is being built in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand at a cost of 22 crore rupees.
Key Points
- > Under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
- > Goal is to promote pearl farming
- > Initiative to increase farmers' income
Additional Information
- Pearl farming is done artificially inside mussels.
- It is important for aquatic biodiversity.
| Project | Investment |
|---|---|
| Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada | 22 Crore Rupees |
How much new investment has the Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced?
Explanation
ADB will invest 70 billion dollars for energy and digital connectivity in the Asia-Pacific region.
Key Points
- > Announced at the 59th annual meeting
- > Conference held in Uzbekistan
- > Aim is to build digital highways
Additional Information
- ADB is located in Manila.
- It started in 1965.
| Sector | Allocation (Billion) |
|---|---|
| Renewable Energy | 50 |
| Digital Highway | 20 |
Where was the North Tech Symposium 2026 held?
Explanation
This three-day defense technology conference was held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
Key Points
- > Inaugurated by the Defense Minister
- > Defense startups participated
- > Discussion on new defense technologies
Additional Information
- Rajnath Singh inaugurated it.
- MSMEs play a major role in India's defense.
| Event | Location |
|---|---|
| North Tech Symposium | Prayagraj |
Where has India's first state-led Centre of Excellence for Space Technology been launched?
Explanation
This was launched by the Government of Karnataka in Bengaluru.
Key Points
- > For the purpose of applying space technology
- > Support from Satcom Industry Association
- > Taking research to the field level
Additional Information
- Bengaluru is the Silicon Valley of India.
- ISRO's main center is here.
| City | Importance |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | Space Hub |
At what depth (in meters) under the water was the human pyramid built in Andaman and Nicobar?
Explanation
14 members together built a 22.3-meter high pyramid at Havelock Island.
Key Points
- > Set a world record
- > Held at Swaraj Dweep
- > It has found a place in the Guinness Records
Additional Information
- Recording under water is a very difficult task.
- This is a matter of pride for India.
| Record | Information |
|---|---|
| Human Pyramid | 14 people |
| Height | 22.3 meters |
What is the total number of seats in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly?
Explanation
The total number of seats in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly is 294.
Key Points
- > Recent elections have been held
- > Governor R. N. Ravi
- > Constitutional information
Additional Information
- West Bengal is an important state of India.
- The Election Commission remains in charge of elections.
| State | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| West Bengal | 294 |
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