India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has recognised Deendayal Port Authority (Gujarat), V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (Tamil Nadu), and Paradip Port Authority (Odisha) as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) aims to make India a global hub for production, utilisation, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives. The Mission promotes large-scale hydrogen hubs to develop a sustainable and competitive hydrogen economy. Ports will act as catalysts for clean energy innovation and support India’s net-zero by 2070 vision. A cluster-based development model addresses challenges of long-distance hydrogen transport and ensures economies of scale.

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The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Uttar Pradesh Police launched Operation Shikanja from 9th to 13th October 2025. The operation led to the arrest of 23 absconding economic offenders across the state. The main objective was to catch long-time absconders involved in major financial scams in Uttar Pradesh. It aimed to recover misused public funds and strengthen the rule of law against white-collar crimes. The drive shows a statewide crackdown on financial crimes, enhancing public trust and economic justice in Uttar Pradesh

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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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The Shramjeevi Organisation will hold a two-day protest with silent fasts and symbolic lamps to highlight the plight of the Katkari Tribe. The protest demands land rights, unpaid wages, and dignity for this marginalised community. The Katkari Tribe is a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) found mainly in Pune, Raigad, and Thane districts of Maharashtra and parts of Gujarat. Traditionally, they were forest dwellers known for making Katha (Catechu) from the Khair tree (Acacia catechu).

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In November 2025, Gujarat announced 2025 as “Tribal Pride Year” to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. The initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to promote tribal heritage through Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas and sustainable development. Gujarat became India’s first state to launch a large-scale genome sequencing project focused on tribal communities. Led by Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC) under the Genome India initiative, it studies genetic disorders caused by limited diversity and endogamy. It targets diseases like sickle cell anaemia, thalassemia, and G6PD deficiency through early diagnosis and precision medicine.

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Indian Navy unveiled the crest of INS Mahe, the first Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Shallow Water Craft. The crest features the Urumi sword from Kerala’s martial art, symbolizing stealth, precision, and lethality. Rising waves on the crest represent India’s maritime vigilance. Named after the historic town of Mahe, the ship’s motto is “Silent Hunters”. It reflects the ship’s anti-submarine warfare role in shallow and coastal waters. The unveiling highlights India’s naval indigenisation and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

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Recently, Delhi Police conducted a 48-hour “Cy-Hawk Operation” across the national capital to crack down on rising cyber-related crimes. More than 1,000 people were arrested or bound down, including 877 formally detained and 509 issued notices for cyber offences. The operation was led by the Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) unit under the Joint Commissioner of Police Rajneesh Gupta. The aim was to break the backbone of online fraud syndicates operating in Delhi and across India.

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Election Commission said 47% of enumeration forms in the second Special Intensive Revision (SIR) have been digitised with 10 days left for completion. Goa leads at 76.89%, Rajasthan at 72.20%, while Kerala (23%) and Uttar Pradesh (26.6%) are lowest. Enumeration phase runs from 4 November to 4 December; draft list will be out on 9 December. Out of 51 crore voters, 99.07% forms collected and 47.35% digitised.

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The Indian Army inaugurated Radio Dirang, 88.4 FM – Apni Mitti, Apni Kahani, marking it as the first Community Radio Station (CRS) in the Eastern Theatre, aimed at enhancing communication in border areas. The station was established by the Gajraj Corps under Operation Sadbhavna, reflecting the Army’s commitment to community engagement and socio-economic development in Arunachal Pradesh. Radio Dirang is designed to promote and preserve local culture, traditions, and social development initiatives, acting as a bridge between the administration and the community. It serves as a vital channel for local administration, enabling the timely dissemination of important information to residents in remote and border areas.

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A High-Level Committee chaired by Union Home & Cooperation Minister Amit Shah approved ₹507.37 crore for National Project for Strengthening Disaster Risk Reduction (NPSDRR) in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) across 20 states. It is jointly implemented by Ministry of Panchayati Raj and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). It is linked to the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF) launched in 2021; the initiative is now extended to Panchayat level. The focus is to integrate Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) into governance using a bottom-up approach and build disaster-resilient communities.