Quiz: Daily Current Affairs: 13 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
Quiz: Daily Current Affairs: 13 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
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Who became the Chief Minister of Assam for the second consecutive time after winning the 2026 elections?
Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Assam for the second consecutive time, and he achieved this feat as the first non-Congress Chief Minister.
- > He is the MLA from Jalukbari assembly constituency
- > Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya administered the oath of office to him
- > The NDA alliance won 102 out of 126 seats
- Capital: Dispur
- Governor: Lakshman Prasad Acharya
- Festival: Bihu
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Lok Sabha seats | 14 |
| Rajya Sabha seats | 7 |
| State Animal | One-horned Rhinoceros |
Where is India's first 'Low Emission Zone' being established?
Pune Municipal Corporation is creating India's first Low Emission Zone in the Shivajinagar area of the city to reduce air pollution.
- > It is located in the Shivajinagar area of Pune
- > There will be fines or bans on polluting vehicles
- > 7-10% area of Pune city will come under this
- Rivers: Mula and Mutha
- Nickname: Oxford of the East
- Headquarters: National Institute of Virology
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| State | Maharashtra |
| Founder | Shivaji Maharaj (Historical connection) |
| Specialty | Center of Maratha culture |
Which country is the 26th full member of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)?
Saudi Arabia recently joined as the 26th member of the International Big Cat Alliance.
- > IBCA started its journey in 2023 in Mysore
- > It works to conserve 7 big cat species including tigers and lions
- > Its headquarters is in New Delhi, India
- Objective: Conservation of 7 big cat species
- Initiator: India
- Headquarters: New Delhi
| Species | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tiger |
| 2 | Lion |
| 3 | Cheetah |
Which Caribbean country is the first to adopt India's UPI payment system?
Trinidad and Tobago is the first Caribbean country that has decided to adopt India's UPI technology.
- > It will help in increasing financial inclusion and tourism
- > UPI is a product of NPCI
- > The IMF has called it the world's largest real-time payment system
- Capital: Port of Spain
- Currency: Trinidad and Tobago Dollar
- Prime Minister: Keith Rowley
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America (Caribbean) |
| UPI Launch | 2016 (India) |
| Regulator | NPCI |
What is the name of India's oldest nuclear power plant?
Tarapur Atomic Power Station is the oldest (started in 1969) nuclear power plant in India.
- > It is located in the Palghar district of Maharashtra
- > Its Unit-2 has been granted approval for another 10 years
- > It uses Boiling Water Reactor technology
- Established: 1969
- Partner Country: USA
- Regulator: AERB
| Center | State |
|---|---|
| Tarapur | Maharashtra |
| Kudankulam | Tamil Nadu |
| Kalpakkam | Tamil Nadu |
How many nursing professionals were given the National Florence Nightingale Award 2026?
In 2026, a total of 15 people were conferred this honor for their contribution to the nursing field.
- > The award is presented by the President of India
- > It was started in 1973
- > The award consists of 1 Lakh rupees and a medal
- Florence Nightingale: Founder of modern nursing
- Birthday: 12 May (Nurses Day)
- Known as: Lady with the Lamp
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Ministry of Health |
| Current President | Droupadi Murmu |
| Prize Money | 1 Lakh Rupees |
Who has been elected as a Fellow of 'The Meteoritical Society' as the first Indian woman scientist?
Professor Kuljeet Kaur Marhas is the first Indian woman to receive this international recognition for meteorite research.
- > She is a professor at PRL, Ahmedabad
- > She researches meteorites and the solar system
- > She is the third Indian scientist to receive this honor
- PRL Establishment: 1947
- Founder: Vikram Sarabhai
- Headquarters: Ahmedabad
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Society Name | The Meteoritical Society |
| Workplace | PRL, Ahmedabad |
| Research Field | Planetary Science |
What exactly is 'Su-Sahay' launched by the Supreme Court?
Su-Sahay is an AI chatbot launched by the Supreme Court which helps the general public with court information.
- > It was launched by the 53rd Chief Justice Surya Kant
- > It will guide citizens about court rules
- > Along with this, the 'One Case One Data' portal has also been launched
- Supreme Court Established: 28 January 1950
- Current CJI: Surya Kant (53rd)
- Article: 124
| Portal | Work |
|---|---|
| Su-Sahay | AI Chatbot Assistance |
| One Case One Data | Digital Connection of Judicial System |
What percentage of 'Construction Welfare Cess' has been levied on construction work?
The government has issued guidelines to levy 1% welfare cess on total construction costs.
- > This has been done under the 'Code on Social Security 2020'
- > Exemption has been given for works valued at less than 50 Lakhs
- > This money will be spent on workers' health and education
- Rule: 1% of construction cost
- Usage: Workers' welfare
- Ministry: Ministry of Labour and Employment
| Exemption Limit | 50 Lakh Rupees | | Law | Social Security Code 2020 | | Target | Assistance to Unorganized Workers |
Which indigenous vessel was used in the 'Samudra Pradakshina' expedition?
The 'Samudra Pradakshina' expedition, consisting of women from the three services, was completed using the boat 'INSV Triveni'.
- > This is India's first all-women tri-service expedition
- > It covered a distance of 26,000 nautical miles
- > The journey started from Mumbai
- Ship: INSV Triveni
- Journey Started: 11 September 2025
- Feature: Sailing Yacht
| Expedition | Samudra Pradakshina | | Boat Type | Sailing Yacht | | Distance | 26,000 Nautical Miles |
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