1. Which institution has developed SEANAV (Sea Navigation), a real-time digital twin platform for autonomous maritime navigation?
[A] IIT Roorkee
[B] IIT Ahmedabad
[C] IIT Kanpur
[D] IIT Madras
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Correct Answer: D [IIT Madras ]
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Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have developed SEANAV (Sea Navigation), a real-time digital twin platform for autonomous maritime navigation. It has been developed by the Department of Ocean Engineering, IIT Madras. SEANAV enables the testing, validation and training of autonomous maritime navigation systems in realistic virtual environments. The global shipping industry carries more than 80% of world trade, but testing autonomous navigation systems in real-world conditions is expensive, complex and potentially hazardous.
2. Which Indian-origin lawyer has been elected as the Los Angeles City Attorney in the United States?
[A] Nithya Raman
[B] Marissa Roy
[C] Manjusha Kulkarni
[D] Kamala Harris
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Correct Answer: B [Marissa Roy]
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Marissa Roy, an Indian-origin lawyer, has been elected as the Los Angeles City Attorney in the United States. She defeated Deputy District Attorney John McKinney in the runoff election. Roy previously served as a California Deputy Attorney General. Her mother emigrated from India, and Roy highlighted her family’s immigrant background during her election campaign. Her election, along with Nithya Raman, the India-born Mayor-elect of Los Angeles, will place women of Indian heritage in two of the city’s three citywide elected offices.
3. Where was the 8th edition of the India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) held?
[A] Visakhapatnam
[B] Kolkata
[C] Chennai
[D] Mumbai
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Correct Answer: A [Visakhapatnam ]
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The 8th edition of the India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) commenced on 10 November 2026 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The participating Indian naval ships are INS Rana and INS Sumedha. The opening ceremony was held onboard INS Rana. IMNEX aims to strengthen maritime cooperation, professional exchanges, mutual understanding and operational coordination between the two neighbouring countries. The exercise is aligned with India’s MAHASAGAR vision.
4. According to Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025–26, which city emerged as the top Swachh Shehar in the million-plus population category?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Visakhapatnam
[C] Surat
[D] Jabalpur
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Correct Answer: B [Visakhapatnam]
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The Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025–26 were presented by President of India Droupadi Murmu at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The awards were organised by the Department of Urban Development (DoUD), Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). A total of 60 national awards were announced across different categories. The awards recognise cities for their performance in urban cleanliness, sanitation, waste management and citizen participation.Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC), Andhra Pradesh, secured the first position in the Swachh Shehar category for cities with a population of more than one million under Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025–26. Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) secured second position. Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) secured third position.
5. Where was Bharat Agriculture Conference 2026 organised?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Chennai
[D] New Delhi
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Correct Answer: D [New Delhi ]
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The Bharat Agriculture Conference 2026 was organised at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the conference and highlighted the importance of transforming Indian agriculture. Around 2,000 farmers from across India participated in the event, along with policymakers, diplomats, industry leaders and agricultural scientists. Approximately 20 progressive farmers and Padma Shri awardees shared their experiences of agricultural innovation, resilience and success. The conference focused on increasing farmers’ incomes through modern agricultural practices and technological innovations.
