1. HELINA missile has been developed by which organization?
[A] Defence Research and Development Organisation
[B] Indian Space Research Organisation
[C] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
[D] Bharat Electronics Limited
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Correct Answer: A [Defence Research and Development Organisation]
Notes:
Bharat Dynamics Limited recently secured an order worth ₹1,109.37 crore from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to supply launchers for HELINA missiles. HELINA (Helicopter-launched NAG) is an indigenous, third-generation, fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation. It is the helicopter-launched version of the Nag missile, while its Air Force variant is called Dhruvastra. The missile has a range of 500 m to 7 km and uses an Imaging Infrared (IIR) seeker with lock-on before launch guidance.
2. The Kiru Hydroelectric Power Project is being developed on which river?
[A] Beas
[B] Jhelum
[C] Chenab
[D] Ravi
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Correct Answer: C [Chenab]
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The Kiru Hydroelectric Power Project in Kishtwar district, Jammu & Kashmir, has entered its final phase, with over 83% of construction completed. It is a 624 MW run-of-the-river hydroelectric project being developed on the Chenab River. The project is located between the Kirthai II project (upstream) and the Kwar project (downstream). It includes a 135-metre concrete gravity dam and an underground powerhouse with four 156 MW Francis turbines.
3. Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) was established by which ministry?
[A] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[B] Ministry of Home Affairs
[C] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
[D] Ministry of Finance
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Home Affairs]
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The 10th Apex-Level Meeting of the Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) chaired by the Union Home Minister in New Delhi. Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) was established by the Ministry of Home Affairs to improve coordination in combating drug trafficking and substance abuse. Its objective is to enhance coordination, communication, cooperation, and intelligence sharing among States, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and law enforcement agencies to tackle the drug menace comprehensively.
4. In June 2026, a bronze statue of Maharishi Sushruta has been unveiled in which city of Scotland?
[A] Glasgow
[B] Edinburgh
[C] Dundee
[D] Stirling
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Correct Answer: B [Edinburgh]
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A bronze statue of Maharishi Sushruta has been unveiled at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in recognition of his contributions to medicine and surgery. Maharishi Sushruta is regarded as the Father of Surgery and the Father of Indian Medicine. He pioneered Shalya Tantra (surgical science) and made significant contributions to plastic surgery and other surgical techniques. His medical knowledge is compiled in the Sushruta Samhita, one of the oldest and most comprehensive texts on surgery.
5. Senna spectabilis, that was recently seen in news, is a highly invasive plant native to which region?
[A] Africa
[B] Southeast Asia
[C] Australia
[D] Tropical America
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Correct Answer: D [Tropical America]
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Senna spectabilis, a highly invasive plant, is being uprooted from the Male Mahadeshwara Hills Wildlife Sanctuary to restore native forest ecosystems. The cleared areas will be replanted with grasses and native forest species to improve fodder availability for wildlife. Senna spectabilis is a flowering tree of the Fabaceae family, native to the tropical Americas. It invades forest ecosystems, suppresses native vegetation, and is classified as Least Concern on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List.
