Kerala PSC Current Affairs — 29 May 2026

Today’s digest covers critical developments in Kerala’s governance, economy, and environment, alongside key national and international events. The focus remains on constitutional provisions, institutional roles, and socio-economic policies relevant for Kerala PSC examinations.

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Kerala News

1. IMD issues yellow alert for six districts in Kerala on May 29

• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for six districts in Kerala, forecasting heavy rain on May 29 due to the advancement of the southwest monsoon.
• The alert covers widespread rainfall across the state for the next four days, with conditions favorable for monsoon progression.

PSC relevance: Geography of Kerala, Disaster Management Act 2005, IMD functions

2. ED raids Pinarayi Vijayan’s residence; CPI(M) alleges political vendetta

• The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at the residence of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan as part of the Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case.
• ₹18.36 crore and 242 bank accounts were frozen by the ED during simultaneous raids across 10 locations in Kerala and Bengaluru.
• The CPI(M) has condemned the raids, calling them an attempt to target opposition leaders and has called for protests in Andhra Pradesh against the Centre.

PSC relevance: Constitutional bodies (ED under PMLA 2002), Federalism, Political parties

3. Abdul Rahim released after 20 years in Saudi jail; returns to Kerala

• Abdul Rahim, a native of Kodampuzha in Kozhikode, was released from a Saudi jail after serving a 20-year sentence imposed in 2006 for the murder of a 14-year-old differently-abled boy.
• His sentence ended on May 19, 2026, and emotional scenes were witnessed as he returned home to Kerala.

PSC relevance: International relations (India-Saudi Arabia), Human rights, Criminal law

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National News

4. Centre freezes ₹18.36 crore in Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case; raids conducted

• The Enforcement Directorate (ED) froze ₹18.36 crore and 242 bank accounts during raids in the Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case across 10 locations in Kerala and Bengaluru.
• Documents pertaining to investments and fixed deposits were seized by the ED during the raids conducted on May 28, 2026.

PSC relevance: PMLA 2002, ED’s powers, Financial crimes

5. Chhattisgarh BJP MLA accused of assaulting government official

• Ramkumar Toppo, a BJP MLA from Sitapur constituency in Chhattisgarh, was accused of assaulting a Nayab Tehsildar on May 27, 2026, following a dispute over his relative’s behavior.
• The incident highlights issues of legislator accountability and administrative integrity in state governance.

PSC relevance: State legislature ethics, IPC Section 353 (assault on public servant)

6. Civil Supplies Minister reviews paddy procurement; 58 lakh tonnes procured

• The Civil Supplies Minister reviewed paddy procurement at a centre and directed officials to speed up purchases, with 58 lakh tonnes already procured.
• An additional 18 lakh tonnes are expected to arrive, ensuring food security and supporting farmers.

PSC relevance: Agricultural policies, Food Corporation of India (FCI), PDS system

7. First Kuki village in Churachandpur resettled after 3 years of conflict

• Khodang, a village near the buffer zone in Churachandpur, has been resettled three years after the conflict began, with only males having returned so far.
• The resettlement marks a step toward normalcy in the region affected by ethnic clashes.

PSC relevance: Northeast India insurgency, AFSPA, Tribal welfare

8. U.S.-Iran agree on 60-day ceasefire extension; Trump’s approval awaited

• The U.S. and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days, though Donald Trump’s approval is required for finalization.
• The fragile ceasefire between the two nations was at risk before this tentative deal was brokered.

PSC relevance: International relations, U.S. foreign policy, Middle East conflicts

9. African Union’s health agency to roll out Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine by 2026

• The Africa Centres for Disease Control (Africa CDC) has announced the development of a vaccine for Ebola Bundibugyo strain by the end of 2026.
• The announcement follows a message from the Russian Health Ministry, claiming to have developed the vaccine.

PSC relevance: Global health initiatives, WHO, Pandemic preparedness

10. Australia’s Deputy PM to visit India for defence talks with Rajnath Singh

• Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, will visit India to hold defence talks with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
• The visit aims to strengthen strategic and military ties between India and Australia.

PSC relevance: Bilateral defence agreements, Indo-Pacific strategy, ASEAN

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International News

11. Israel freezes ties with UN Chief over sexual violence blacklist

• The Israeli mission to the UN announced it would freeze all contact with the UN Secretary-General’s office as long as António Guterres remains in the role.
• The decision follows Israel’s objection to the inclusion of its forces in a UN blacklist related to sexual violence.

PSC relevance: UN reforms, International humanitarian law, Diplomatic immunity

12. Myanmar President Hlaing to visit India; exiled government brands him a terrorist junta leader

• Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will begin his visit to India from Bodh Gaya, where he is expected to offer prayers at the Maha Bodhi temple.
• The exiled National Unity Government (NUG) of Myanmar has labeled Hlaing a terrorist junta leader and condemned his visit.

PSC relevance: India’s Act East Policy, Myanmar’s political crisis, Refugee issues

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10 MCQs

Q1. Which Indian state issued a yellow alert for heavy rain on May 29, 2026, due to the advancement of the southwest monsoon?

Options: A. Tamil Nadu B. Karnataka C. Kerala D. Maharashtra

Answer: C

Explanation: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for six districts in Kerala on May 29, 2026, forecasting heavy rain.

Q2. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) froze ₹18.36 crore and 242 bank accounts in which case during raids on May 28, 2026?

Options: A. Saradha Chit Fund case B. Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case C. Vyapam scam D. 2G spectrum case

Answer: B

Explanation: The ED froze ₹18.36 crore and 242 bank accounts in the Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case during raids on May 28, 2026.

Q3. Which former Kerala Chief Minister’s residence was raided by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as part of the Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case?

Options: A. Oommen Chandy B. Ramesh Chennithala C. Pinarayi Vijayan D. V.S. Achuthanandan

Answer: C

Explanation: The ED conducted raids at the residence of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in the Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case.

Q4. How many bank accounts were frozen by the ED during the raids in the Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case?

Options: A. 124 B. 242 C. 350 D. 412

Answer: B

Explanation: The ED froze 242 bank accounts during the raids in the Exalogic-CMRL pay-off case.

Q5. Which political party in Kerala condemned the ED raids on Pinarayi Vijayan’s residence, calling it a political vendetta?

Options: A. Indian National Congress B. Bharatiya Janata Party C. Communist Party of India (Marxist) D. Communist Party of India

Answer: C

Explanation: The CPI(M) condemned the ED raids on Pinarayi Vijayan’s residence, alleging a political vendetta.

Q6. Which country’s President visited Bodh Gaya in India on May 29, 2026, sparking controversy as the exiled government labeled him a terrorist junta leader?

Options: A. Bangladesh B. Myanmar C. Sri Lanka D. Nepal

Answer: B

Explanation: Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing visited Bodh Gaya in India on May 29, 2026, while the exiled government labeled him a terrorist junta leader.

Q7. The African Union’s health agency announced the development of a vaccine for which Ebola strain by the end of 2026?

Options: A. Ebola Zaire B. Ebola Sudan C. Ebola Bundibugyo D. Ebola Reston

Answer: C

Explanation: The Africa CDC announced the development of a vaccine for the Ebola Bundibugyo strain by the end of 2026.

Q8. Which BJP MLA from Chhattisgarh was accused of assaulting a Nayab Tehsildar on May 27, 2026?

Options: A. Ramkumar Toppo B. Ramesh Chennithala C. Pinarayi Vijayan D. Oommen Chandy

Answer: A

Explanation: Ramkumar Toppo, a BJP MLA from Sitapur constituency in Chhattisgarh, was accused of assaulting a Nayab Tehsildar on May 27, 2026.

Q9. How many lakh tonnes of paddy have been procured by the Civil Supplies Ministry as of May 29, 2026?

Options: A. 40 B. 58 C. 72 D. 85

Answer: B

Explanation: The Civil Supplies Ministry has procured 58 lakh tonnes of paddy as of May 29, 2026.

Q10. Which country’s Deputy Prime Minister is scheduled to visit India for defence talks with Rajnath Singh in May 2026?

Options: A. United Kingdom B. Australia C. Japan D. France

Answer: B

Explanation: Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, is scheduled to visit India for defence talks with Rajnath Singh in May 2026.

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Quick Recap

#	Topic	One-line
1	IMD yellow alert	Kerala braces for heavy rain on May 29 due to southwest monsoon advancement.
2	ED raids Pinarayi Vijayan	ED freezes ₹18.36 crore and 242 accounts in Exalogic-CMRL case; CPI(M) alleges political vendetta.
3	Abdul Rahim release	Abdul Rahim, jailed in Saudi Arabia for 20 years, returns to Kerala after sentence ends.
4	U.S.-Iran ceasefire	U.S. and Iran agree on a 60-day ceasefire extension; Trump’s approval awaited.
5	African Union Ebola vaccine	Africa CDC to roll out Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine by end of 2026.
6	Myanmar President visit	Myanmar President Hlaing visits Bodh Gaya; exiled government brands him a terrorist junta leader.
7	Chhattisgarh MLA assault case	BJP MLA Ramkumar Toppo accused of assaulting a Nayab Tehsildar in Chhattisgarh.
8	Paddy procurement	Civil Supplies Ministry procures 58 lakh tonnes of paddy; 18 lakh tonnes more expected.

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