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Exercise : National - Latest Current Affairs
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1.
What position will Puri hold among Odisha’s municipal corporations after its upgradation?
Fourth
Fifth
Seventh
Sixth
Answer: Option
Explanation:
On July 5, 2025, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that Puri will be upgraded to a municipal corporation, making it the sixth such entity in the state of Odisha. The move is aimed at strengthening civic infrastructure in the historic city, which sees a heavy influx of tourists and pilgrims throughout the year. Puri will now join Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Sambalpur, Berhampur, and Rourkela as one of the state’s municipal corporations. The government’s decision reflects its commitment to improving urban services, especially in cities of religious and cultural significance, and is part of a broader vision to develop Puri by 2036.

2.
Which Indian state is home to Woolah Tea, the innovator behind India’s first patented bagless tea?
Assam
West Bengal
Tamil Nadu
Kerala
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Woolah Tea, based in Assam, has secured a 20-year patent (Patent No. 567895) for its unique invention—India’s first bagless tea innovation. This product, known as ‘Compressed true whole leaf tea dips,’ uses a bundle of handpicked whole tea leaves (locally called eti koli duti paat, meaning one bud and two leaves) tied together with a natural string. This innovation eliminates the need for conventional tea bags, offering a more natural and sustainable alternative. Assam, renowned for its tea production, has once again showcased its leadership in tea innovation through Woolah Tea’s eco-friendly and health-conscious approach.

3.
In which two cities did the State Bank of India open new Global Trade Finance Centres?
Kolkata and Hyderabad
Mumbai and Bengaluru
Chennai and Ahmedabad
Pune and Jaipur
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI) inaugurated two new Global Trade Finance Centres in the cities of Kolkata and Hyderabad to strengthen its role in international trade facilitation. These centres aim to modernise the import-export process by implementing advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and document digitization. With over 800 trained professionals, the centres are set to provide faster, more secure, and efficient services for businesses. This move aligns with SBI’s broader vision of digital transformation in global trade and enhances India's position in the international market by streamlining trade processes and reducing dependence on traditional paper-based methods.

4.
Which district in Tamil Nadu has been selected for the establishment of a ₹1,900 crore PM MITRA Textile Park aimed at creating a global textile hub?
Coimbatore
Tiruppur
Erode
Virudhunagar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu has been chosen as the site for a state-of-the-art PM MITRA Textile Park, with an investment of ₹1,900 crore sanctioned by the Central Government. Spanning 1,052 acres, the park will feature sustainable and modern infrastructure, including a 15 MLD Zero Liquid Discharge effluent treatment plant, a 10,000-bed dormitory for workers, and over 1.3 million sq. ft. of ready-to-use industrial space. Aimed at promoting integrated textile manufacturing and export-oriented production, the project is expected to attract ₹10,000 crore in private investment and generate over one lakh jobs by 2026, positioning India as a global textile manufacturing powerhouse.

5.
What is the name of the unified flood forecasting platform launched by Union Minister C.R. Patil to provide village-level flood forecasts in India?
SWARAJ
HYDRO-INDIA
C-FLOOD
JAL-SHIELD
Answer: Option
Explanation:
C-FLOOD is India’s first unified flood forecasting platform, launched by Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C.R. Patil, on July 2, 2025. Developed collaboratively by C-DAC, CWC, and NRSC under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), this innovative platform aims to provide two-day advance flood forecasts down to the village level. It integrates 2-D hydrodynamic modelling and real-time data from multiple river basins, including Mahanadi, Godavari, and Tapi. C-FLOOD serves as a vital decision-support tool for disaster management authorities, enabling timely evacuations and preparedness. Its web-based design and integration with emergency response portals enhance India’s resilience to flood-related disasters.