India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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SJVN Ltd, formerly known as Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited, signed an MoU with the Bihar Government to develop the 1000 MW Hathidah Durgawati Pumped Storage Project (PSP) in Kaimur district, Bihar. The project will generate 2,308.65 million units annually and cost ₹5,663 crore. It will create around 5,000 jobs and boost Bihar’s renewable energy and storage capabilities. SJVN plans to invest ₹10,000 crore for PSP development in Bihar. Four PSPs were allocated to SJVN, with Hathidah Durgawati prioritized for its viability. SJVN is also developing 12,000 MW of PSPs across other states to support India’s renewable energy goals.

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The online ‘central suspect registry’ has prevented six lakh fraudulent transactions, saving ₹1,800 crore. It strengthens fraud risk management with a registry of cybercriminal identifiers. It was created using the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP). It includes data on 1.4 million cybercriminals. It hs been developed by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) with input from banks and financial institutions. Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) , under the Ministry of Home Affairs, coordinates efforts against cybercrime. It also prevents cyberspace misuse by extremist and terrorist groups.

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The Uttar Pradesh government approved the Aerospace and Defence Unit and Employment Promotion Policy 2024. The Aerospace and Defence Unit and Employment Promotion Policy 2024 aims to make UP a leader in the sector. The policy targets ₹50,000 crore in investments and 1 lakh direct jobs. The policy strengthens the Defence Industrial Corridor, fosters startups, promotes innovation, and builds a hi-tech aerospace and defence ecosystem.

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Uttar Pradesh implemented ‘Operation Eleven’ for crowd management during the Basant Panchami Amrit Snan at Maha Kumbh. The plan ensures one-way traffic and smooth movement on pontoon bridges. Additional police forces and barricades have been deployed to prevent overcrowding at Triveni ghats. Special monitoring is in place at key locations for enhanced security. The initiative follows strict instructions from CM Yogi Adityanath under the state’s “zero-error” programme.

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Thousands of Kodavas participated in the final leg of the “Kodavame Balo Padayatra” in Madikeri, Karnataka, covering 84 km. The march, organized by Akhila Kodava Samaja, aimed to seek constitutional safeguards for Kodava culture and traditions. The Kodava tribe, also called Coorgs, is an indigenous warrior community from Kodagu, Karnataka. They have a distinct ethnic identity, rich history, and vibrant culture. Their population is estimated to be over a hundred thousand, with most residing in Kodagu.

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Tripura CM Manik Saha launched the ‘Skill Uday Tongai’ skill development training programme at Tripura Institute of Technology, Agartala. The programme aims to empower 80,000 school and college students. He also inaugurated the State MIS Portal, a Career Guidance Programme for 70,000 girl students, the NSDC Programme for 7,000 college students, and the English Employability and Entrepreneurship (EEE) programme.

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Kerala government allocated an additional Rs 300 crore for the Karunya Arogya Suraksha Padhathi (KASAP) health scheme. The total allocation for the scheme in the current financial year is Rs 978.54 crore. KASAP covers over 64 lakh vulnerable people, providing Rs 5 lakh health cover per family annually. The scheme benefits 41.99 lakh poor families (bottom 40% of Kerala’s population). It is available at 197 state-run, 4 central, and 364 private hospitals. Rs 700 crore is earmarked for KASAP in the upcoming state budget.

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Indian Oil Corporation Limited and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited launched a 14-day awareness campaign called SAKSHAM. The campaign focuses on green energy and fuel conservation. It aims to promote fuel conservation and responsible use of petroleum products for a safer environment and sustainable energy future.

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The Uttar Pradesh government launched the ‘Jal Kalash’ initiative at Prayagraj during Mahakumbh. It aims to collect and recycle plastic water bottles to prevent environmental harm. The initiative is led by G Ashok Kumar, former Director General of Namami Gange Mission. A 20-day campaign (Feb 1-20, 2025) is organized by Development Alternatives in collaboration with the HCL Foundation. Adarsh Seva Samiti and Mangal Bhumi Foundation are also providing local support to the initiative.

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The kundi (or kund) is a traditional rainwater harvesting system found in desert regions like Churu, Rajasthan. It is designed to store rainwater in arid areas where water is scarce and rainfall is unpredictable. A kundi is a deep pit, circular or rectangular, dug into or built above the ground, lined with stones or bricks to prevent seepage. Water is collected through channels or rooftops and stored in the kundi, covered to prevent contamination and evaporation. Other traditional systems like johad (check dam) and taanka (small water storage) are also used. It ensures water availability for drinking, irrigation, and domestic use, reducing reliance on groundwater.