India Current Affairs [Nation & States] MCQs

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Supreme Court issued notice on plea by Koya tribe members challenging Telangana High Court order on Scheduled Tribe (ST) status of Lambadi, Sugali, and Banjara communities due to its effect on reservation benefits. Koya tribe is a multi-racial and multi-lingual tribal community in India. They live in forests, plains, and valleys on both sides of the Godavari River in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. As per 2011 Census, Koya population in India is 7,38,629. They call themselves “Koithur”. They are believed to have migrated from Bastar region in northern India to central India. Koya language (Koya Basha) belongs to Dravidian language family, closely related to Gondi and influenced by Telugu.

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Recently, an encounter broke out in Guddar forest, Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir, under Operation Guddar after terrorists fired at security forces. Operation Guddar is a counter-terrorism mission by J&K Police, Army (Chinar Corps), and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). It is named after the Guddar forest area where militants were suspected to be hiding. The aim of operation is to neutralize active terrorists in South Kashmir and secure forested areas and villages used as hideouts. It focuses on intelligence-based, coordinated actions with minimum civilian harm. Operations are high-risk due to dense forest terrain.

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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced a Rs 1,000 monthly allowance for unemployed graduates aged 20–25 years. The scheme is part of the Chief Minister’s Self-Help Allowance Scheme under the state’s 7 Nischay programme. Earlier, it covered only intermediate pass candidates, now extended to graduates for up to two years. The objective of initiative is to help youth pursue skill training and prepare for competitive exams.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan from Madhya Pradesh on 18 September 2025. It is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to create a decentralized tribal leadership and governance ecosystem. Since July 2025, officers from multiple departments underwent Governance Process Labs, training 20 lakh officials, SHG women, and tribal youth as grassroots Adi Karmayogis. The initiative ensures last-mile scheme implementation, convergence of resources, and active participation of tribal communities. As part of the Abhiyan, the Adi Sewa Parv (17 Sept–2 Oct 2025) is being celebrated in 1 lakh tribal villages.

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The University Grants Commission (UGC) recently mandated all foreign nationals studying in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and universities in India to register on the Study In India (SII) portal. The SII portal is a flagship project of the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India to attract international students to Indian universities. It provides a single-window interface for application submission, admission, and student visa processing for regular, short-term, or long-term courses. It provides information on academic facilities, research support, and related services.

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently conducted searches in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka under Operation Chakra-V. Operation Chakra-V was launched by Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). It aims to bring cybercriminals to justice. The operation seeks to safeguard citizens across borders from digital exploitation. It focuses on tackling online crimes and enhancing cybersecurity measures for individuals and organizations. This is part of CBI’s ongoing efforts to combat cross-border cybercrime and protect citizens from digital threats.The

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The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet decided to procure Kodo and Kutki millets from farmers for the first time under the Rani Durgavati Shree-Ann Protsahan Yojana. Procurement will focus on major production districts: Jabalpur, Katni, Mandla, Dindori, Chhindwara, Shahdol, Anuppur, Umaria, Rewa, Sidhi, and Singrauli, with expansion based on demand. Shri Ann Federation will procure approximately 30,000 metric tonnes for Kharif 2025, Kutki at ₹3,500/quintal and Kodo at ₹2,500/quintal, supported by an interest-free Rs 80 crore loan from the State Price Stabilization Fund. Farmers will receive ₹1,000/quintal incentive via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

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Telangana has become the top State in India for recovering stolen and missing mobile phones. More than 1,00,020 phones were recovered using the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal. The CEIR system, developed by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), helps trace stolen phones and block fake devices. It is active in all 780 police stations of Telangana, with Crime Investigation Department (CID) as the nodal agency.

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Shaurya Van in Jaisalmer and visited the 1971 Indo-Pak War Museum. Shaurya Van is a light-and-sound show in the Thar Desert dedicated to the bravery and sacrifices of Indian soldiers. On the same day, he released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 in New Delhi. DPM 2025, effective from November 1, 2025, will guide revenue procurement worth ₹1 lakh crore for the Armed Forces.

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Laxman Jhula, the historic hanging bridge in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, was completed in 1929 and linked the villages of Tapovan and Jonk across the Ganges River. It is steeped in mythology, believed to be the spot where Lakshmana from the Ramayana crossed the river. The bridge was shut in 2019 for safety concerns and no longer allowed vehicles or pedestrians. The government decided to replace it with Bajrang Setu, a new 132.5-meter-long glass suspension bridge. Bajrang Setu features two-way lanes for light vehicles, pedestrian walkways with 3.5-inch thick toughened glass panels, and offers stunning views of the Ganges. The bridge design is inspired by Kedarnath Temple with intricate carvings on towers, reflecting local cultural heritage.