India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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The Ministry of Education celebrated International Literacy Day (ILD) 2025 in New Delhi with the theme “Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era.” Himachal Pradesh became the fifth State/Union Territory (UT) to achieve full functional literacy, after Tripura, Mizoram, Goa, and Ladakh. India’s literacy rate rose from 74% in 2011 to 80.9% in 2023–24, driven by ULLAS Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram. The programme enrolled over three crore learners, mobilised 42 lakh volunteers, and assessed 1.83 crore learners in foundational literacy and numeracy.

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A preparatory meeting for Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2025 was jointly organized by Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti. It was co-chaired by the Hon’ble Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs and the Hon’ble Minister of Jal Shakti with participation of States/UTs. Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2025 campaign will be held from 17th September to 2nd October with the theme “Swachhotsav” aligned with the festive season. The focus will be on clean and green festivities, citizen participation, and visible cleanliness as a shared responsibility.

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Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of India’s first Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park in Dhar District, Madhya Pradesh. PM MITRA Park is a mega textile hub that integrates spinning, weaving, dyeing, printing, and garment-making in one place. Each park covers about 1,000 acres or more and provides a full ecosystem for textile manufacturing. Parks can be developed as Greenfield or Brownfield projects. The scheme follows the vision “Farm to Fibre to Factory to Fashion to Foreign.” It aims to make textiles cheaper, faster to market, and of higher quality. Seven PM MITRA Parks are planned across Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Gujarat, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra.

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The Ministry of Civil Aviation launched Yatri Sewa Diwas 2025 at Hindon Airport through Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu. The initiative aims to make airports more responsive, inclusive, and passenger-friendly. Free medical check-ups and health awareness drives were conducted, especially under the Swastha Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan. The campaign emphasizes equity in passenger services alongside infrastructure growth. All airports will soon be WiFi-enabled under the Digital India Mission. The goal is to ensure dignified, safe, and consistent airport experiences across India.

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Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), with Department of Land Resources (DoLR), Ministry of Rural Development, inaugurated a two-day National Training-cum-Workshop on the NAKSHA Programme on 6–7 October 2025. The workshop gathers District Magistrates and Collectors nationwide to prepare for NAKSHA’s roll-out. NAKSHA Programme is a one-year pilot under Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP) for transparent, efficient, and accessible urban land governance. It uses geospatial mapping, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), and Web-GIS tools to map urban land digitally.

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Recently, hundreds protested in Daporijo, Arunachal Pradesh, against the proposed Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project. The Subansiri Upper Hydroelectric Project is a 1,800 Megawatt (MW) run-of-the-river project on the Subansiri River basin in Arunachal Pradesh. It is expected to start commercial operations in 2031. The project aims to generate 6,581.29 Gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity. The total estimated project cost is around 2,346.87 million US dollars.

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently conducted searches in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka under Operation Chakra-V. Operation Chakra-V was launched by Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). It aims to bring cybercriminals to justice. The operation seeks to safeguard citizens across borders from digital exploitation. It focuses on tackling online crimes and enhancing cybersecurity measures for individuals and organizations. This is part of CBI’s ongoing efforts to combat cross-border cybercrime and protect citizens from digital threats.The

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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) conducted Operation Fire Trail to stop illegal smuggling of Chinese firecrackers into India. Officers intercepted a 40-foot container at Nhava Sheva Port, declared as carrying “leggings.”
Import of firecrackers is ‘Restricted’ under the ITC (HS) Code of the Foreign Trade Policy. Such imports need license from DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) and PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization). Smuggling these hazardous goods threatens public safety, national security, and port infrastructure. The DRI continues efforts to protect trade integrity and prevent organized smuggling.

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Shaurya Van in Jaisalmer and visited the 1971 Indo-Pak War Museum. Shaurya Van is a light-and-sound show in the Thar Desert dedicated to the bravery and sacrifices of Indian soldiers. On the same day, he released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 in New Delhi. DPM 2025, effective from November 1, 2025, will guide revenue procurement worth ₹1 lakh crore for the Armed Forces.

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Project Arunank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) recently celebrated its 18th Raising Day. It has been implemented since 2008 in Arunachal Pradesh. The project’s name is derived from the State of Arunachal Pradesh. The objective is to provide vital connectivity to remote valleys and forward areas while meeting Armed Forces operational requirements. It uses innovative technologies like Steel Slag, Cut-and-Cover Tunnels, Geo Cells, Plastic Sheets, and Gabion Walls for durable and sustainable roads. It supports socio-economic growth and strategic communication in remote regions of Kurung Kumey district.