India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Delhi became the first state to partner with Bharat Taxi’s cooperative mobility platform to improve safe, reliable, and transparent taxi services. The Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sahkar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL). Sahkar Taxi Cooperative Limited (STCL) is the cooperative, driver-owned arm of Bharat Taxi providing technology-enabled mobility services. Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC) will act as tourism and branding partner and train drivers in soft skills, culture, and heritage. The initiative will offer point-to-point travel and curated sightseeing circuits for tourists.

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The ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative is empowering artisans by giving wider markets to handmade products and promoting self-reliance. Its impact was seen at Handicrafts Exhibition-2026 held in Guna, Madhya Pradesh. The exhibition was organised by the Union Ministry of Textiles with Madhya Pradesh State Cooperative Federation Limited. The ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative was launched by NITI Aayog under the Aspirational Blocks Programme. It aims to promote indigenous products, strengthen local economies, and foster self-reliance (Atmanirbhar Bharat).

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Andhra Pradesh introduced an Artificial Intelligence (AI) based face-recognition attendance system for Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in February 2026. The system was launched on 11 February 2026 at the beginning of the State Budget Session. Andhra Pradesh became the first State Legislature in India to use AI-powered face-recognition technology to mark MLA attendance. Nine AI-enabled cameras have been installed inside the Assembly to record attendance only when members sit in their allotted seats. The main objective is to prevent proxy attendance and ensure real participation in proceedings.

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As of February 2026, the Uttar Pradesh government has officially declared 948 trees as “living heritage” trees, becoming the first state in India to formally institutionalize the protection of ancient trees. This initiative is part of a broader heritage tree conservation and adoption programme aimed at safeguarding trees that have silently witnessed generations of social and cultural change.

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Atal Innovation Mission under NITI Aayog launched India’s first State Innovation Mission in Tripura. It is part of Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 under State Support Mission framework. It is a long-term institutional system to help States and Union Territories build strong, inclusive and region-specific innovation ecosystems. It aligns national priorities with local strengths and development needs. It will design long-term innovation strategy and improve policy and regulatory support. It promotes partnerships among government, academia, industry and civil society.

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Maharashtra government launched the country’s first integrated Divyang Sahayak Portal to streamline welfare schemes for persons with disabilities and improve implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Portal reduces procedural steps, eliminates manual paperwork, and addresses data inaccuracies and grievance redressal issues. citizens can search for schemes without remembering names based on demographic data and apply online. Entire departmental processing is digital, with service level agreements and auto-forward mechanism for pending applications.

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Tamil Nadu leads India in deceased organ donation under Transplant Authority of Tamil Nadu. The state recorded 57 deceased organ donors in the first two months of 2026, almost one per day. Tamil Nadu began a structured deceased organ donation system as early as 2008, ahead of many states. Though slowed during Covid years, the programme was later strengthened through coordination of policymakers, bureaucracy, technocrats, media and civil society. The model is now considered sustainable, based on scientific approach and strong ethical values.

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Korea district, Chhattisgarh has become a model for community-led water conservation through the ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ initiative. The initiative is part of the Aawa Paani Jhoki movement, where farmers voluntarily dedicate 5% of their agricultural land for groundwater recharge. Farmers create small recharge ponds and terraced pits to capture rainwater, allowing it to seep into soil and replenish groundwater. Structures improve soil moisture, reduce erosion, and ensure steady groundwater recharge.

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Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education launched the Cyber Safety Protocol 2026 to protect students in public schools from cyber threats, especially those from Artificial Intelligence (AI). The protocol aligns with IT Act 2000, Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act 2023, POCSO Act, and 2026 IT rule amendments on Synthetically Generated Information (SGI). It identifies 20 major cyber threats, including deepfakes, AI grooming, and digital arrest, and provides prevention and reporting guidance.

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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.