India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Maharashtra has launched India’s first dedicated menopause clinics in government hospitals and urban health facilities. The clinics provide medical consultation, mental health counselling, bone, heart and hormonal screening, medicines, and guidance at a single location. Menopause is a critical phase often accompanied by physical changes, hormonal imbalance, mental stress, sleep disorders, bone problems, and depression. The initiative addresses the long-felt need for specialised support for women during menopause.

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Indian Railways operationalised India’s first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)–Diesel dual-fuel Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) train at Sabarmati, Ahmedabad. The 1,400 horsepower (HP) DEMU driving power cars were converted to run on a dual-fuel system. LNG replaces about 40% of conventional diesel consumption in the modified train. The converted power cars successfully completed field trials covering over 2,000 kilometres. The train is now running in regular passenger service without operational issues. The initiative reduces carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxide emissions significantly.

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Bihar approved the first three grain ATM machines in Patna as a pilot project. Grain ATM, also called Annapurti, is an automated machine dispensing wheat or rice. The technology was developed by the World Food Programme in collaboration with the Food Corporation of India and state governments. Machines operate 24×7 and can be solar-powered. They use internet connectivity to access the Public Distribution System database and the profile of Below Poverty Line cardholders.

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Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the ‘Samikshya’ portal for real-time monitoring of projects funded under State Finance Commission (SFC) and Central Finance Commission (CFC) grants. State Finance Commission (SFC) emphasized equity, regional disparities, and differing needs of rural and urban local bodies, offering financial and non-financial development measures. The portal aims to improve transparency, accountability, timely execution, and better service delivery of SFC- and CFC-funded works at the grassroots level.

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Delhi Police launched Operation Shastra to take action against individuals posting photos with weapons and using abusive language on social media. The operation targets people who attempt to create fear and intimidation through online platforms, according to Joint Commissioner SK Jain (Southern Range). The drive involved more than 500 police teams and more than 2,000 police personnel. Action was taken after monitoring more than 6,000 social media profiles. A total of 61 First Information Reports (FIRs) were registered during the operation. So far, 83 accused persons have been apprehended, highlighting the success of Operation Shastra.

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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the Bilaspur district initiative “Padhai with Artificial Intelligence (AI)” at Barthin. It is an AI-based digital learning platform for Bilaspur students preparing for competitive examinations. The initiative ensures equal learning opportunities, a fully digital system, and continuous academic counselling. It provides modern, technology-driven quality education with support from National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC).

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Ministry of Culture is organising the inaugural function of 100 years of Ol Chiki script on 16 February 2026 in New Delhi. Government of India is releasing a commemorative coin and postage stamp to mark the centenary. Ol Chiki script was developed in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath Murmu for Santhali language. Santhali was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India in 2003. The script has 30 letters designed to match Santhali phonetics accurately. Santhali is a tribal language of Austroasiatic family spoken in Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Assam and Bihar. The script helped standardise writing, education and literary growth of the language.

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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launched a first-of-its-kind ‘Bee Corridor’ initiative along National Highways. The project will create continuous stretches of bee-friendly flowering trees and plants to ensure year-round nectar and pollen. It shifts focus from ornamental to ecological plantations for pollinator conservation. Native species like Neem, Karanj, Mahua, Palash, Bottle Brush, Jamun, and Siris will be planted. Clusters will be developed every 500 meters to 1 kilometer, matching bee foraging distance. At least three corridors will be developed in 2026–27. Around 40 lakh trees will be planted, with 60% under Bee Corridor, promoting sustainable highway development.

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Delhi has become the 29th State/Union Territory to implement Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN), also known as Bhu-Aadhaar. The aim is to ensure clear land ownership records and reduce land disputes. ULPIN was started in 2021 under Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP). DILRMP means Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme of the Central Government. New digital land maps will be created using drone surveys and high-resolution imaging.

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Government announced National Centre of Excellence for Skilling in Aeronautics and Defence at National Skill Training Institute Kanpur. Centre will be set up with Government of France under Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded Industrial Training Institutes scheme. Initiative will strengthen India France strategic partnership and align Indian skills with global standards in advanced manufacturing sectors.