Quiz: Daily Current Affairs: 15 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
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Quiz: Daily Current Affairs: 15 May 2026 Important Current Affairs
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Between which two regions is India's first semi-high-speed rail corridor being built?
Explanation
This corridor is being built from Ahmedabad to Dholera.
Key Points
- > Project cost: ₹667 crore
- > Distance: 134 kilometers
- > Target: 2030-31
Additional Information
- Dholera is an important industrial city.
- Lothal is an ancient historical site.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Speed | 200 km/h |
| State | Gujarat |
What is the name of the current Director of the CBI?
Explanation
Praveen Sood is the current Director of the CBI, and his tenure has recently been extended.
Key Points
- > Appointed in 2023
- > Tenure until 2027
- > Appointed by a high-level committee
Additional Information
- CBI established in 1963.
- Headquarters: New Delhi.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | CBI |
| Current Position | Director |
Where is India's first mega greenfield shipyard being established?
Explanation
This shipyard is being developed in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.
Key Points
- > Target: 2030
- > Agreement with South Korea
- > Annual capacity: 2.5 million tons
Additional Information
- Thoothukudi is known as the Pearl City.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Project | Green Shipyard |
What is the target for the coal and lignite gasification project?
Explanation
The government has set a target of 100 million tons of coal gasification by 2030.
Key Points
- > Budget: ₹37,500 crore
- > Syngas production
- > Reduction of import dependency
Additional Information
- Gasification is used in fertilizer production.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Year | 2030 |
| Quantity | 100 million tons |
Who has been appointed as the President of CII for the year 2026-27?
Explanation
R. Mukundan is the new President of CII.
Key Points
- > Succeeded Rajiv Memani
- > Leadership in industry body
- > Acting as a bridge
Additional Information
- CII is an industry representative body.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | CII |
| President | R. Mukundan |
When is the International Day of Families observed?
Explanation
International Day of Families is observed every year on 15 May.
Key Points
- > Started in 1993
- > Declared by the United Nations
- > Social significance
Additional Information
- Family is the core foundation of society.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Day | 15 May |
| Origin | 1993 |
What is the function of Tamil Nadu's 'Singappen' task force?
Explanation
The Singappen task force ensures the safety of women in crowded places.
Key Points
- > Means 'Lioness' in Tamil
- > IGP-level leadership
- > Women-friendly environment
Additional Information
- This force will patrol markets.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Focus | Women's safety |
Where has India's first operational PM MITRA park been inaugurated?
Explanation
India's first PM MITRA park has been launched in Warangal, Telangana.
Key Points
- > 1327 acres of land
- > Budget: ₹1695 crore
- > Aim for textile hub
Additional Information
- 7 states under PM MITRA project.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| State | Telangana |
| Park | PM MITRA |
What is the main theme of the books written by Tushar Mehta?
Explanation
The books are a collection of humorous incidents involving courts and judges.
Key Points
- > Written by the Solicitor General
- > Satirical style
- > Inaugurated by a Union Minister
Additional Information
- The lighter side of the legal profession.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Author | Tushar Mehta |
| Subject | Satire |
What is the government's commitment to the India Maritime Insurance Pool?
Explanation
The government is providing a sovereign guarantee for this plan.
Key Points
- > $1.5 billion value
- > Ship protection
- > Reducing dependence on foreign insurance
Additional Information
- Emergency facilities in risky sea routes.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Value | $1.5 billion |
| Facility | Sovereign Guarantee |
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