Current Affairs - State

Phase 2 of the 72-hour ‘Operation Prahar’ was launched by the police force of Punjab to strengthen action against gangsters and wanted criminals across the state. The first phase resulted in more than 3,000 arrests and the seizure of 69 weapons, indicating a strong crackdown on organised crime. Senior headquarters officers were deputed to supervise operations statewide, ensuring strict monitoring and coordination. The Director General of Police, Gaurav Yadav, also encouraged citizens to provide information through the Anti-Gangster Helpline to support ongoing enforcement efforts.

Kerala is the state where the new dragonfly species Lyriothemis keralensis was discovered. The species was identified by researchers near Kothamangalam and has been named to honour the state’s rich biodiversity. It primarily inhabits shaded plantation canals and pools and is mostly seen during the Southwest monsoon season. For nearly a decade, the species had been misidentified, highlighting the importance of detailed taxonomic research. The discovery also raises conservation concerns because most of its known populations are located outside protected areas, making habitat preservation and ecological monitoring crucial for its survival.

Bihar witnessed the launch of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) in its Legislative Assembly by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. The initiative promotes paperless functioning and enables MLAs to access legislative documents such as bills, rules, questions, notices, and reports digitally through their devices. Developed on a NIC-cloud based workflow system, the platform enhances transparency, efficiency, and streamlined legislative processes. It also aims to integrate all state legislatures into a unified digital framework, creating a comprehensive legislative data repository across the country.

Goa signed the Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission to strengthen drug safety and improve quality standards nationwide. The collaboration aims to enhance pharmacovigilance systems and improve the reporting of Adverse Drug Reactions (ADR). It also promotes the rational use of medicines and focuses on professional training and capacity-building programs for pharmacists. Through these coordinated initiatives, the effort seeks to elevate regulatory compliance, ensure safer pharmaceutical practices, and improve overall healthcare delivery across the country.

Madhya Pradesh is the state from which India launched its nationwide pulses revolution, marking a major shift in agricultural policy. The launch took place at Amlaha in the Sehore district under the leadership of Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The initiative aims to end India’s dependence on imported pulses and transform the country into a global exporter. With a strong focus on farmer participation, seed-to-market integration, cluster-based farming, and local processing through pulse mills, the mission positions Madhya Pradesh as a central hub in strengthening food security, nutrition, rural employment, and farmer incomes.