India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Union Minister Jitendra Singh launched ‘Campus Tank’, India’s first indigenous platform to promote young entrepreneurship, in Delhi. The initiative was led by Chandigarh University Chancellor Dr. Satnam Singh and aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship programs. Campus Tank will connect industry, investors, and young founders to convert ideas into sustainable businesses. It has secured $6 million funding, with 20,000 young entrepreneurs and 600 startups already registered. The program aims to support 300 startups to move forward with mentorship and unicorn partnerships.

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Recently, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoAFW) used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to send early monsoon forecasts to farmers. Nearly 3.8 crore farmers across 13 states received AI-based weather forecasts via SMS through the m-Kisan platform. m-Kisan is an SMS-based platform that delivers agricultural advisories and services directly to farmers. It enables Central and State government organisations to send messages in farmers’ local languages. The portal considers farmers’ location and preferred agricultural practices while delivering advisories. It is designed to provide guidance on crops, weather, market updates, and government schemes.

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Recently, NITI Aayog launched two initiatives: AI for Viksit Bharat Roadmap and NITI Frontier Tech Repository under the Frontier Tech Hub. The AI Roadmap aims to accelerate AI adoption across industries and transform research & development with generative AI to drive innovation and productivity for a Viksit Bharat. The Frontier Tech Repository showcases 200+ impact stories across Agriculture, Healthcare, Education, and National Security. The focus is on building collaborative ecosystems, fostering tech innovation, and scaling real-world impact at grassroots and national levels.

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The Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan (SNSPA) is a joint initiative by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD). The Abhiyaan aims to strengthen healthcare services for women and children across India, focusing on access, quality care, and awareness. It is a Jan Bhagidaari Abhiyaan, encouraging active participation from private hospitals and healthcare professionals for inclusive healthcare delivery. The campaign is inaugurated on September 17, 2025 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday.

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Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Science City at Rajendra Nagar in Patna. The Science City is spread over 21 acres and developed as a modern hub of science and innovation. It features five science-based galleries, 269 science exhibition models, an auditorium, and a 4D theater. It has been built by Bihar’s Department of Science, Technology, and Technical Education. The project cost is 889 crore rupees and it was completed in five years.

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At least one member of 87% of eligible families in Uttar Pradesh holds an Ayushman card. So far, 5.38 crore cards have been distributed, making UP the top state in implementation. This was shared during Ayushman Bharat Diwas, marking seven years of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY). Special programmes and health camps were organised to issue new Ayushman cards to eligible beneficiaries.

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The Ministry of Law and Justice launched the “Live Cases” Dashboard under the Legal Information Management and Briefing System (LIMBS). The dashboard provides real-time data visualization of court cases for proactive decision-making and better inter-ministerial coordination. LIMBS is a web-based litigation monitoring system from the central government’s perspective. It is an easy-to-access online tool available 24×7, enabling transparent, effective, and proactive monitoring of court cases. The system covers the entire life cycle of litigation, helping ministries and departments track and manage legal matters efficiently.

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The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet decided to procure Kodo and Kutki millets from farmers for the first time under the Rani Durgavati Shree-Ann Protsahan Yojana. Procurement will focus on major production districts: Jabalpur, Katni, Mandla, Dindori, Chhindwara, Shahdol, Anuppur, Umaria, Rewa, Sidhi, and Singrauli, with expansion based on demand. Shri Ann Federation will procure approximately 30,000 metric tonnes for Kharif 2025, Kutki at ₹3,500/quintal and Kodo at ₹2,500/quintal, supported by an interest-free Rs 80 crore loan from the State Price Stabilization Fund. Farmers will receive ₹1,000/quintal incentive via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

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Uttar Pradesh set a Guinness World Record by lighting 26,17,215 diyas on 9th Deepotsav at 56 ghats of Ayodhya, including Ram Ki Paidi. Another record was made with 2,128 Vedacharyas performing Maha Aarti and reciting shlokas on the banks of the Saryu River. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and several ministers attended the celebrations. Across Uttar Pradesh, over 1.51 crore diyas were lit on Diwali. A Laser and Drone Show featured around 1,100 ‘Swadeshi’ drones projecting Ramayana images in the sky.

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India’s first Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor manufacturing plant, SiCSem, will be set up in Odisha, marking a significant step in the semiconductor sector. SiCSem, an integrated device manufacturer, has received approval from the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and will be an Assembly, Testing, Marking, and Packaging (ATMP) facility in Bhubaneswar. The Rs 2,000-crore project aims to boost industrial growth in Bhubaneswar and attract investments. Odisha has also approved RIR Power Semiconductors and the 3DGS project, which uses glass substrate for semiconductor packaging. Odisha’s semiconductor and IT policies have been revised to strengthen the sector, with Bhubaneswar aiming to become a semiconductor hub.