Below is a comprehensive summary of today’s key news events, curated to keep your preparation on track with the latest updates.
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National News
Strategic Development of Siliguri Corridor (Chicken’s Neck)
The West Bengal government has recently transferred 120 acres of land and 7 national highways to the central government and the BSF. This region is a vital link connecting North-East India to the mainland, spanning just 22 km in width and roughly 60 km in length. Geographically, it is bordered by Bangladesh to the east and Nepal to the west.
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- The Siliguri Corridor is famously known as the “Chicken’s Neck.”
- The BSF was established in 1965.
- This corridor passes directly alongside the city of Siliguri.
India’s First Greenfield Semiconductor Facility
Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt Ltd is setting up a state-of-the-art plant in Morigaon, Assam. With an investment of 27,000 crore rupees, the facility aims to produce 48 million chips daily.
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- Silicon is the primary material used in semiconductor manufacturing.
- The India Semiconductor Mission was launched in 2021.
Statue of Bhagwan Birsa Munda
Central Minister K. Rammohan Naidu unveiled a new statue at the Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi, honoring the historic anti-British Ulgulan movement (1899-1900).
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- Birsa Munda is revered as ‘Dharti Aaba’ or the Father of the Earth.
- Jharkhand attained statehood on 15 November 2000.
International News
International Day for Biological Diversity
This day is observed globally on 22 May every year. The theme for 2026 is “Acting locally for global impact.”
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- The Convention on Biological Diversity was adopted in 1992.
- Its headquarters is located in Montreal, Canada.
Agricola Medal for PM Narendra Modi
The FAO has honored Prime Minister Modi with this medal in recognition of India’s significant contributions to food security and sustainable agriculture.
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- The FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) was established in 1945.
- The organization is headquartered in Rome, Italy.
Global Water Summit and India’s Success
At the Global Water Summit held in Madrid, Spain, the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board was awarded the “Utility of the Year” title.
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- India’s Jal Shakti Ministry was formed in 2019.
Sports and Appointments
Compound Archery Team Coach
Dave Cousins, a former world champion from America, has been appointed as the head coach for the national team, with a clear focus on the 2028 Olympics.
Commonwealth Chess Association
Bharat Singh Chauhan has been re-elected as the president for the 2026-2030 term.
Royal Society Fellowship
Professor Manindra Agrawal has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, London. He is globally renowned for his work on the AKS Primality Test.
Medical Research
ICMR Clinical Trial Meet
A meeting held in New Delhi emphasized the integration of modern medicine and Ayurveda, focusing on new avenues for research.
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