Kerala PSC Current Affairs — 07 May 2026

Today’s current affairs digest covers a range of topics, from the recent Kerala Assembly polls and the formation of the UDF Cabinet, to national issues like tribal welfare and environmental conservation. The international section touches upon the ongoing Iran-Israel war and its implications.

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Kerala News

1. Kerala Congress demands ministerial berths

• The Kerala Congress has demanded at least two ministerial berths in the UDF government.
• The issue of ministerial representation for the party will be settled amicably through discussions, according to P.J. Joseph.

PSC relevance: Indian Polity, Coalition Governments

2. Railway track deaths in Kerala

• Nearly 50 people have died on railway tracks between Alappuzha and Thrissur this year.
• 20 deaths occurred on tracks between Kalamassery and Irinjalakuda, while 17 occurred on lines connecting Irinjalakuda with Vallathol Nagar.

PSC relevance: Transportation, Railway Safety

3. North Kerala districts may get representation in UDF Cabinet

• 45 of the UDF’s 102 MLA-designates are from Kasaragod, Wayanad, Kannur, Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Palakkad districts.
• The UDF government may provide fair representation to these districts in the Cabinet.

PSC relevance: Indian Polity, Cabinet Formation

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National News

4. Tribal welfare in Odisha

• A tribal man from Odisha, Jitu Munda, threw a community feast despite facing social boycott.
• Donations have poured in for Munda since the incident went viral.

PSC relevance: Social Justice, Tribal Welfare

5. Railway safety measures in Karnataka

• Karnataka is fast-tracking a rehabilitation plan for 300 elephants outside forests.
• The plan includes multiple mitigation measures, such as rail barriers, elephant-proof trenches, and rapid-response teams.

PSC relevance: Environmental Conservation, Wildlife Protection

6. Operation Sindhoor anniversary

• Prime Minister Modi stated that Indian forces gave a fitting response to terrorism during Operation Sindhoor.
• India remains steadfast in its resolve to defeat terrorism, according to the Prime Minister.

PSC relevance: National Security, Counter-Terrorism

7. Bihar cabinet approves World Bank loan

• The Bihar Cabinet has approved a $500 million loan from the World Bank.
• The loan will be used to impart quality training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to state legislative assembly and council members.

PSC relevance: Economic Development, International Cooperation

8. Bombay HC upholds adoption order transfer

• The Bombay High Court has upheld the transfer of adoption order powers to District Collectors.
• The amendment requires a valid order from the District Collector for adoption.

PSC relevance: Judiciary, Adoption Laws

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International News

9. Iran-Israel war updates

• The U.S. has fired on an Iranian oil tanker as President Trump pressures Tehran for a deal to end the war.
• Israel has struck Beirut for the first time since the ceasefire, killing a senior commander from Hezbollah’s elite force.

PSC relevance: International Relations, Middle East Conflict

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10 MCQs

Q1. What is the demand of the Kerala Congress in the UDF government?

Options: A. One ministerial berth B. At least two ministerial berths C. Three ministerial berths D. Four ministerial berths

Answer: B

Explanation: According to P.J. Joseph, the Kerala Congress has demanded at least two ministerial berths in the UDF government.

Q2. How many people have died on railway tracks between Alappuzha and Thrissur this year?

Options: A. 20 B. 30 C. 40 D. Nearly 50

Answer: D

Explanation: Nearly 50 people have died on railway tracks between Alappuzha and Thrissur this year.

Q3. What is the purpose of the rehabilitation plan in Karnataka?

Options: A. To protect elephants from poachers B. To rehabilitate 300 elephants outside forests C. To conserve wildlife habitats D. To promote eco-tourism

Answer: B

Explanation: Karnataka is fast-tracking a rehabilitation plan for 300 elephants outside forests.

Q4. What is the amount of the loan approved by the Bihar Cabinet?

Options: A. $100 million B. $200 million C. $500 million D. $1 billion

Answer: C

Explanation: The Bihar Cabinet has approved a $500 million loan from the World Bank.

Q5. What is the recent development in the adoption laws in India?

Options: A. The adoption process has been simplified B. The adoption order powers have been transferred to District Collectors C. The adoption age limit has been increased D. The adoption fees have been reduced

Answer: B

Explanation: The Bombay High Court has upheld the transfer of adoption order powers to District Collectors.

Q6. What is the current situation in the Iran-Israel war?

Options: A. The war has ended with a ceasefire B. The U.S. has fired on an Iranian oil tanker C. Israel has withdrawn its forces from the conflict zone D. The international community has imposed sanctions on both countries

Answer: B

Explanation: The U.S. has fired on an Iranian oil tanker as President Trump pressures Tehran for a deal to end the war.

Q7. What is the number of MLA-designates from North Kerala districts in the UDF?

Options: A. 20 B. 30 C. 40 D. 45

Answer: D

Explanation: 45 of the UDF’s 102 MLA-designates are from Kasaragod, Wayanad, Kannur, Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Palakkad districts.

Q8. What is the purpose of Operation Sindhoor?

Options: A. To promote national security B. To counter terrorism C. To protect wildlife D. To promote economic development

Answer: B

Explanation: Prime Minister Modi stated that Indian forces gave a fitting response to terrorism during Operation Sindhoor.

Q9. What is the recent development in the Bihar Cabinet?

Options: A. The cabinet has approved a new economic policy B. The cabinet has approved a $500 million loan from the World Bank C. The cabinet has increased the budget for education D. The cabinet has reduced the taxes on businesses

Answer: B

Explanation: The Bihar Cabinet has approved a $500 million loan from the World Bank.

Q10. What is the current situation in the U.S.-Iran conflict?

Options: A. The conflict has ended with a peace agreement B. The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Iran C. The U.S. has fired on an Iranian oil tanker D. Iran has withdrawn its forces from the conflict zone

Answer: C

Explanation: The U.S. has fired on an Iranian oil tanker as President Trump pressures Tehran for a deal to end the war.

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Quick Recap

#	Topic	One-line
1	Kerala Assembly polls	The Kerala Congress has demanded at least two ministerial berths in the UDF government.
2	Railway safety	Nearly 50 people have died on railway tracks between Alappuzha and Thrissur this year.
3	Iran-Israel war	The U.S. has fired on an Iranian oil tanker as President Trump pressures Tehran for a deal to end the war.
4	Bihar cabinet	The Bihar Cabinet has approved a $500 million loan from the World Bank.
5	Adoption laws	The Bombay High Court has upheld the transfer of adoption order powers to District Collectors.

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Sources: The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB. Compiled via RSS feeds and verified at time of publication.