India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has launched India’s first ‘Solar on Track’ system at the Namo Bharat Depot in Duhai, Ghaziabad. This is the first such initiative in any Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) or Metro network in India. The system will generate 17,500 kWh of electricity annually, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 16 tonnes per year. It is part of NCRTC’s goal to meet 70% of energy needs through renewables, with 5.5 MW rooftop solar already operational and a 15 MW target ahead.

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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) recently launched YUVA AI for ALL under the IndiaAI Mission, giving a big push to AI awareness in India. It is a free 4.5-hour self-paced course introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to students, professionals, and all curious learners. The course uses simple language and Indian real-life examples and is available on FutureSkills Prime, iGOT Karmayogi, and major ed-tech platforms. Learners receive an official Government of India certificate after completion.

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The Union Minister of Commerce and Industry recently launched the Trade Intelligence and Analytics (TIA) Portal in New Delhi to strengthen data-driven trade decisions. It is a one-stop platform developed by the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, that integrates multiple global and national trade databases. The portal offers 270+ interactive visualisations across 28 dashboards with real-time insights on India’s trade, global markets, commodities and sectors. The portal improves accessibility and usability of all trade data in one place.

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Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy inaugurated a 240 TPD (tonnes per day) Biomass Pellet Plant in Rewari, Haryana, marking a major clean energy milestone. Government of India now mandates 5% biomass or Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) charcoal co-firing in all coal plants and 7% in Delhi–NCR units. NCR plants must source 50% biomass from local paddy residue to curb stubble burning. New plant will use paddy straw, mustard straw, and cotton stalks to make biomass pellets, reducing pollution and giving farmers extra income. Haryana has over 2.8 GW renewable energy, including 2.4 GW solar power.

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Defence Minister dedicated 125 new projects built by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), marking the highest number and value of projects inaugurated in a single day. Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is a road construction force that supports the Indian Armed Forces (IAF – Indian Armed Forces). It was brought fully under the Ministry of Defence (MoD) in 2015. It builds and maintains roads, bridges, tunnels, airfields and marine structures in 19 states and 3 Union Territories (UTs), including Andaman and Nicobar Islands. BRO also operates in friendly neighbouring countries like Afghanistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, Tajikistan and Sri Lanka.

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The Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Shri C.R. Patil, launched the Sujalam Bharat App, a digital platform aimed at transforming rural drinking water governance under the Jal Jeevan Mission. The app was developed with support from Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N), enabling geo-referencing, monitoring, and management of rural water supply infrastructure. The initiative ensures real-time, comprehensive data access for both citizens and institutions, enhancing transparency and community ownership of water supply systems. The Sujalam Bharat Database integrates water sources, asset inventories, scheme designs, operational records, water quality, supply metrics, and community feedback into a unified platform.

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The National Sanskrit University recently organised a symposium, panel discussion, and exhibition highlighting the unique spiritual and cultural association of the Chenchu tribal community with the Ahobilam shrine and Lord Narasimha. The Chenchus are a food-gathering tribal community that primarily inhabits the Nallamalai forest region of Andhra Pradesh. The Chenchu community is officially classified as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) in Andhra Pradesh due to its socio-economic conditions. Besides Andhra Pradesh, Chenchu populations are also found in the states of Telangana, Karnataka, and Odisha.

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The Union Cabinet has approved the renaming of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) to Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana, signalling a major overhaul of the country’s flagship rural employment scheme. The government has proposed increasing the guaranteed employment under the scheme from 100 days to 125 days per rural household per year. It has also planned to revise the minimum daily wage under the scheme to ₹240, along with additional budgetary allocations to support the expanded scope.

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The Union Cabinet has approved the Atomic Energy Bill, 2025, branded as SHANTI (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India), marking the biggest reform in India’s nuclear sector in over six decades. The Bill ends the long-standing monopoly of the Department of Atomic Energy and allows private sector participation in atomic minerals, fuel fabrication, equipment manufacturing, and parts of nuclear plant operations. It will consolidate existing laws, replace outdated provisions of the Atomic Energy Act, 1962, and create a modern, unified legal framework for faster nuclear expansion. An independent nuclear safety authority is proposed to strengthen regulation, transparency, and alignment with global safety standards.

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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma launched the City Beautification Drive under the ‘My City’ campaign in Mawlai to promote community-led urban development. The initiative collaborates with Dorbar Shnong institutions to create clean, litter-free, and more livable neighbourhoods, reinforcing participatory governance and grassroots engagement. Beautification grants of Rs 75,000 to Rs 1 lakh were distributed to 60 localities to support community-driven public space improvements.