India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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The United Nations launches a project in partnership with four Indian states to develop a road safety financing framework. The initiative is being implemented in Rajasthan, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Assam under the coordination of the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in India. The project focuses on strengthening institutional capacity for effective implementation of road safety action plans. It aims to reduce road fatalities and serious injuries through better planning, funding and monitoring mechanisms.

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Nashik Municipal Corporation became Maharashtra’s first urban local body to list its Green Municipal Bond public issue on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The initiative encourages municipal bodies across India to access bond markets to mobilise funds for public welfare and infrastructure projects. The Green Municipal Bond will support urban infrastructure development in Nashik and preparations for the upcoming Nashik Kumbh Mela. The listing represents a milestone in sustainable finance and municipal development for the city.

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The Ministry of Women and Child Development organised the Shakti Walk #SheLeadsBharat at Kartavya Path, New Delhi to mark International Women’s Day 2026. SheLeadsBharat is a national campaign highlighted through the Shakti Walk initiative. The initiative celebrates the leadership and contributions of women in India. The walk was part of International Women’s Day celebrations by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. The aim is to promote women’s empowerment and leadership across all sectors. It celebrates Nari Shakti and the role of women in nation-building. The initiative aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

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Mizoram Home Minister informed the Assembly that drugs worth approximately ₹317.30 crore have been seized under Operation Jericho since 1 September 2025. The large-scale anti-drug operation has targeted narcotic substances across the state. Several major smuggling routes have been blocked, significantly reducing trafficking activities in many areas. Operation Jericho is scheduled to conclude on 31 March 2026, and no discussions on its extension have been made yet.

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The government held a high-level interaction with the National Shipping Board (NSB) to address emerging challenges in India’s shipping sector amid evolving global geopolitical dynamics. The NSB is India’s apex advisory body on shipping and maritime matters, constituted under Section 23 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. It functions under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and advises the central government on shipping policies and maritime development. The chairperson of the NSB is appointed by the Central Government.

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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) introduced ALMM List-III (for ingots and wafers), effective from 1 June 2028, under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers Order 2019 (ALMM). ALMM is a quality and reliability framework ensuring solar equipment used in India meets domestic manufacturing standards. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is the nodal authority for Approved List of Models and Manufacturers Order (ALMM) Framework. It has a tier structure: List-I (Solar PV Modules), List-II (Solar PV Cells) and List-III (Ingots and Wafers). Only approved models and manufacturers in ALMM can be used in government projects, schemes, net-metering and power sale to government.

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Indian Railways has approved the extension of the KAVACH system across multiple railway zones to enhance train safety and operational efficiency. KAVACH is an indigenous Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) designed to prevent train accidents by automatically applying brakes when two trains are on a collision course. It has been developed by the Research Designs & Standards Organization (RDSO) under Indian Railways. It provides continuous real-time updates to the locomotive, ensuring better monitoring and control.

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The Ministry of Women and Child Development is the nodal authority for implementing the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, which ensures safety, dignity, and well-being of children, while States/UTs are primarily responsible for its execution. The Act establishes institutional mechanisms at State and district levels, including State Child Protection Societies, Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs), District Child Protection Units, and Child Care Institutions (CCIs). Child Welfare Committees (CWCs) are empowered to take decisions for children in need of care and protection and to monitor Child Care Institutions, ensuring actions are in the child’s best interest.

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SAMPANN (System for Accounting and Management of Pension) is a digital pension platform being adopted by Goa Government and Cochin Port Authority to modernize pension disbursement. It is a flagship initiative of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), launched in 2018. It is managed by the Office of the Controller General of Communication Accounts (CGCA). It enables end-to-end pension processing including sanction, authorization, and payment on a single platform. It ensures direct bank transfer of pensions without intermediaries, improving transparency.

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The Appemidi mango is facing threats from climate change, with experts emphasizing the need for in-situ conservation in the Aghanashini valley. It is a unique variety found exclusively in Uttara Kannada and Shivamogga districts of Karnataka. The mango is small, tender, and highly valued, often regarded as the “king among raw mango varieties.” It is widely used in the South Asian pickle industry due to its pulpy texture, distinctive aroma, and long shelf life. It received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2009, recognizing its cultural and culinary significance.