India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Lucknow became Uttar Pradesh’s first zero fresh waste dump city after launching the Shivari Solid Waste Management Plant under Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban (SBM-U). The new plant processes 700 metric tonnes per day, taking total capacity to over 2,100 metric tonnes daily. Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) and Bhumi Green Energy operate three plants of equal capacity. Waste is segregated into organic (55%) and inorganic (45%) fractions. Organic waste is converted into compost and biogas, while inorganic waste is recycled or made into Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF).

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Operation Trashi-I entered its fourth day in January 2026 in the dense forests of Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir. It is a multi-day counter-terrorism and area-domination operation in the Chatroo forest region. The operation is jointly conducted by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police including Special Operations Group (SOG), and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). It aims to track and neutralise terrorists, destroy hideouts and logistics, and disrupt infiltration routes.

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One District One Product (ODOP) empowers local artisans, revives traditional skills, and creates livelihoods. The initiative has scaled nationwide, transforming more than 770 districts into economic hubs. It was started in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh (2018) with brassware as the district’s signature product. ODOP is now India’s most celebrated local economic transformation program. E-commerce initiatives like the Government e-Marketplace (GeM)–ODOP Bazaar showcase and promote India’s finest ODOP products.

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Rajasthan launched Raj-UNNATI, an initiative inspired by PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation), an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) based platform. It aims to resolve delays in key projects, government schemes, and public grievances. Projects of both Central and State governments are reviewed through videoconferencing. It was launched after the Prime Minister suggested states replicate the PRAGATI model. Rajasthan is the first state to adopt it, as praised by the Cabinet Secretary.

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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) launched Operation Sahyadri Checkmate based on developed intelligence. A clandestine mobile mephedrone manufacturing laboratory was dismantled in the Sahyadri ranges, disguised as a poultry farm. The lab frequently shifted locations to evade detection and was fully operational for producing Mephedrone (a narcotic under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act). The operation highlights DRI’s role in disrupting organized drug trafficking and protecting public health, law and order, and economic stability.

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NeophyteID is an Artificial Intelligence powered mobile application launched by the Chief Minister of Kerala. It is designed to identify invasive plant species across Kerala and support biodiversity conservation. The app is developed by the Malabar Botanical Garden and Institute for Plant Sciences (MBGIPS). The application is citizen friendly and helps communities, students, and ecologists monitor invasive plants. It uses image recognition and geospatial tracking through camera or gallery images.

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Delhi Police launched Operation Shastra to take action against individuals posting photos with weapons and using abusive language on social media. The operation targets people who attempt to create fear and intimidation through online platforms, according to Joint Commissioner SK Jain (Southern Range). The drive involved more than 500 police teams and more than 2,000 police personnel. Action was taken after monitoring more than 6,000 social media profiles. A total of 61 First Information Reports (FIRs) were registered during the operation. So far, 83 accused persons have been apprehended, highlighting the success of Operation Shastra.

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V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has become the first port in India to initiate the implementation of an advanced Anti-Drone System, marking a major step in strengthening maritime and coastal security. The project involves the deployment of an integrated Radio Frequency (RF) and radar-based drone detection and jamming system, specially designed for complex port environments. The system provides 360-degree coverage with omnidirectional bearing and includes a drone detector, drone detection radar, and a man-pack jammer. It offers an effective operational range of up to 5 km, ensuring comprehensive protection of sensitive port areas.

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India’s first national Cow Culture Museum has been set up by Uttar Pradesh Braj Teerth Vikas Parishad in Mathura. It will be built on Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University campus and land has been selected. The museum will highlight religious, cultural, spiritual and scientific importance of cows. Around 100 digital and symbolic models of major and endangered cattle breeds will be displayed. The project promotes cow conservation, cow-based economy and scientific standards under state government guidance.

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The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences achieved recognition from Guinness World Records for the most viewers of an Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare lesson live stream on YouTube. NBEMS is an autonomous body functioning under the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The record was achieved through a nationwide online training programme on Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare. The programme was specially designed for registered medical practitioners across India to promote digital skills in healthcare.