Current Affairs Quiz 29th May 2026 Quiz

Exp. Assam Becomes First Northeast State to Pass Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026

Assam Legislative Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, making Assam the first North-Eastern state and the third state in India to adopt such legislation.

The UCC Bill aims to create a common civil legal framework for matters like marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships, while excluding Scheduled Tribes to protect constitutional safeguards and customary practices.

About Assam

• Formation – 26 January 1950
• Capital – Dispur
• Chief Minister –Himanta Biswa Sarma; 2^nd time
• Governor – Lakshman Prasad Acharya

Exp. Kimi Antonelli Wins Canadian Grand Prix

Kimi Antonelli won the Canadian Grand Prix, securing his fourth consecutive Formula One victory and extending his championship lead to 43 points over teammate George Russell.

The 19-year-old Mercedes driver finished over 10 seconds ahead of Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari, while George Russell retired from the race due to engine failure after an intense battle for the lead.

2026 F1 Grand Prix Winner

• Miami Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Japanese Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Chinese Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Australian Grand Prix – Mercedes’s George Russell (Britian)

Exp. Sikkim Declared Fully Literate State Under ULLAS Initiative

Sikkim has been declared a fully literate state under the ULLAS initiative, becoming the third state in Northeast India and the fifth state in the country to achieve full literacy.

The ULLAS initiative, launched by the Ministry of Education under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, focuses on adult education, functional literacy, and lifelong learning for people aged 15 years and above.

About Sikkim

• Capital – Gangtok
• Chief Minister – Prem Singh Tamang (2^nd time)
• Governor – Om Prakash Mathur (replace Lakshman Prasad Acharya)

Exp. Kolkata to Host Main Celebration of International Day of Yoga 2026

The main celebration of International Day of Yoga 2026 will be held in Kolkata on June 21, as announced by Union Minister of State for Ayush Prataprao Jadhav.

The theme for this year’s observance is “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” emphasizing yoga’s importance in promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, preventive healthcare, and balanced living.

The announcement was made during Yoga Mahotsav 2026 at Khajuraho Group of Monuments, where thousands of participants joined a mass demonstration of the Common Yoga Protocol.

Exp. Indian Railways Approves First 10-Car Hydrogen Fuel Cell DEMU Train on Jind–Sonipat Route

The Ministry of Railways has approved the introduction of a 10-car Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based DEMU train on the Northern Railway Jind–Sonipat section, marking a major step towards green mobility in Indian Railways.

The approved trainset is a 1200 KW Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based DPRS DEMU with a maximum operational speed of 75 kmph, aimed at promoting eco-friendly rail transport.

This initiative is part of Indian Railways’ broader infrastructure push, which includes sanctioning 100 railway projects in FY 2025–26 with an investment of ₹1.53 lakh crore.

Exp. Esha Singh Breaks World Record to Win Gold in ISSF World Cup Women’s 25m Pistol Event

Indian shooter Esha Singh created history by breaking the world record in the Women’s 25-metre pistol event at the ISSF World Cup in Munich.

She scored 43 out of 50 in the final, surpassing the previous world record of 42 points held by South Korea’s Kim Yeji, and clinched the gold medal.

Exp. Swara Lakshmi Nair Becomes Women’s International Master, First from Bengaluru

Karnataka chess player Swara Lakshmi Nair has become the second player from the state to achieve the Women’s International Master (WIM) title, and the first from Bengaluru.

She earned her WIM norms across multiple international tournaments, including the Sardinia World Chess Festival (Italy), Grand Hotel Kielce Open (Poland), and Ptuj IM Tournament (Slovenia).

A multiple-time state champion and Commonwealth U-20 bronze medallist, Swara Lakshmi Nair now holds a live FIDE rating of 2219.

Exp. Chandigarh and Bhubaneswar to Host Major Asian Athletics Events in 2027 and 2028

Chandigarh and Bhubaneswar have been awarded hosting rights for major Asian athletics events by the Asian Athletics Association (AAA) during its executive council meeting in Hong Kong.

Chandigarh will host the Asian Relays in 2027, while Bhubaneswar will host the Asian Indoor Championships in 2028, strengthening India’s role in international athletics.

The decision follows bids submitted by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI), with confirmation announced by World Athletics Vice-President Adille Sumariwalla.

Exp. Five-Time Olympian and Asian Games Gold Medallist Raja Randhir Singh Passes Away

Renowned Indian shooter and five-time Olympian Raja Randhir Singh passed away, marking a major loss for the Indian sports community.

He was an Asian Games gold medallist, Arjuna Awardee, and also served as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), later becoming its honorary member.

Exp. Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Releases Second Edition of Novel “Bazaar” in Himachal Pradesh

Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Releases Second Edition of Novel “Bazaar” in Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu released the second edition of the novel “Bazaar”.

The book is authored by Niranjan Dev Sharma and highlights key social and political events from 1971 to 1992.

Exp. 79th World Health Assembly Concludes in Geneva

The 79th World Health Assembly concluded in Geneva after six days, where member states adopted over 20 decisions and 13 resolutions on global health issues.

The assembly, held under the theme “Reshaping global health: a shared responsibility,” focused on key areas such as tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance, stroke, emergency care, and precision medicine.

Exp. First Hong Kong Astronaut Shenzhou-23 Launches to Tiangong space station on Historic Space Mission

China launched its latest space mission, Shenzhou-23, carrying a three-member crew to the Tiangong space station, marking the first time a Hong Kong astronaut has gone to space.

The crew includes Li Jiaying, a 43-year-old police officer and payload scientist, along with two other astronauts, to conduct experiments on microgravity and human health in orbit.

The mission is part of China’s broader space programme aiming for a crewed Moon landing by 2030, amid growing competition with the United States in space exploration.

Exp. LIC Increases Stake in Central Bank of India to 6.06%

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has increased its stake in Central Bank of India from 3.16% to 6.06% after acquiring 26.26 crore equity shares (2.901%) through market purchases.

Following the transaction, LIC’s total shareholding rose to 6.06%, while promoter group continues to hold the majority stake of 89.27% in the bank.

Exp. 24 May -World Schizophrenia Awareness Day

World Schizophrenia Awareness Day is observed every year on 24 May to spread awareness about schizophrenia, a severe mental health disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behaviour.

The day aims to reduce stigma, promote early diagnosis, and encourage access to proper mental health treatment and support for patients and their families.

Exp. 28 May – International Day of Action for Women’s Health

International Day of Action for Women’s Health is observed every year on 28 May to advocate for women’s rights and equitable access to healthcare services worldwide.

Theme 2026 – Essential, Not Optional: Strengthening Health Systems to Uphold Health Rights and SRHRJ in Times of Polycrisis

The day focuses on promoting bodily autonomy, reproductive rights, and comprehensive healthcare access for women and girls across all regions.