Current Affairs - State

Karnataka approved the Karnataka Aerospace Policy 2026-31 to promote investment in aerospace technology and manufacturing across the state. The policy provides subsidy assistance to aerospace-related ventures in focus and non-focus areas and aims to strengthen Karnataka’s position as a major aerospace manufacturing destination. The Cabinet also approved incentives for industries investing in backward and most backward taluks, covering sectors such as aerospace, defence, automobiles, electric vehicles, electronics and semiconductors. Other measures include the Shramika Nivas scheme for industrial workers, employment-based incentives, and improvements to taluk hospitals. The policy forms part of Karnataka’s broader strategy to attract industries, create employment and reduce regional imbalances.

Assam signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with six organisations to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology into its school education system. The partnerships were established through Samagra Shiksha Assam to create a learner-centric education ecosystem. IIT Madras and Bodhan AI will jointly work on building AI proficiency among 1 lakh teachers of Grades 6-12, with the training targeted for completion by May 2027. Google will support teachers through AI-powered educational tools, digital skills development and professional training. Other partnerships will focus on AI-enabled assessment of reading fluency and personalised learning in foundational literacy and numeracy.

Meghalaya was the state visited by Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on September 7, 2026, for the inauguration and foundation-laying of several development projects. The projects had a combined investment of ₹1,010.95 crore and covered water supply, power infrastructure, road connectivity and healthcare. A major project was Phase II of the New Shillong Water Supply Scheme, allocated ₹850.58 crore under the Urban Challenge Fund. Other initiatives included a 132/33 KV substation at Mawkhanu, two road projects under NESIDS, a Maternity and Children’s Hospital at Nongstoin, and a 30-bed AYUSH facility at Shillong Civil Hospital.

Chhattisgarh secured the first position in the third edition of the Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) and Catch the Rain initiatives conducted by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The state recorded 79,775 water conservation structures, of which 77,719 were successfully completed. Five districts—Surajpur, Mahasamund, Balod, Balodabazar-Bhatapara, and Kabirdham—also featured among the national top 10 districts for water conservation. The initiatives focus on constructing low-cost groundwater recharge and storage structures, reviving defunct borewells, and encouraging community participation in water management. JSJB was launched in September 2024 using a community-partnership model involving Panchayats and local institutions.

Goa received the President’s Colour for its police force in recognition of eight decades of dedicated service, bravery, and professionalism. Union Home Minister Amit Shah conferred the honour on Goa Police in Panaji on September 7, 2026. The Goa Police has adopted several technology-enabled policing measures, including an AI-powered call agent for the 1930 cyber fraud helpline and an improved 112 emergency response system. Its conviction rate increased significantly from 23% to 53% within a year. The force has also made substantial progress in implementing the new criminal laws and is expected to contribute to the Nasha Mukt Bharat 2029 initiative.