Current Affairs - State

Manipur emerged victorious in the 30th Senior Women’s National Football Championship, clinching the Rajmata Jijabai Trophy by defeating West Bengal 1-0 in the final held at the RKM Ashrama Ground in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. This win marks Manipur’s record 23rd title in the history of the tournament, showcasing the state’s long-standing dominance in women’s football. The winning goal was scored by Lynda Kom Serto in the 93rd minute, highlighting the team’s determination and resilience. Manipur’s continued success underscores its strong football culture and consistent talent development at the grassroots level.

The state of Uttarakhand has amended its Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to simplify marriage registration for residents of Nepali, Bhutanese, and Tibetan origin. This reform allows these communities to register their marriages without the requirement of an Aadhaar card, promoting inclusivity and administrative convenience. The Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Act, 2024, makes the registration of marriages, divorces, and live-in relationships mandatory and imposes penalties for non-compliance. This amendment reflects Uttarakhand’s progressive approach to ensuring equality and uniformity in personal civil laws within the framework of the UCC.

Telangana has topped the list of Indian states in terms of UPI (Unified Payments Interface) transaction intensity, as highlighted in the Reserve Bank of India’s September 2025 bulletin. The study revealed that southern and western states such as Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Delhi also reported high per capita UPI usage. Telangana’s leadership reflects its strong digital infrastructure, tech-savvy population, and effective promotion of digital payment systems, reinforcing its position as a key hub for fintech adoption and innovation within India’s rapidly expanding digital economy.

The Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has announced the establishment of Divyang Rehabilitation Centres at all divisional headquarters. These centres aim to provide comprehensive support for persons with disabilities, ensuring their full integration into mainstream society. The facilities will offer a range of services including medical care, educational assistance, psychological counselling, and vocational training, all under one roof. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to inclusivity, empowerment, and equal opportunity for differently-abled individuals across the state.

The Uttar Pradesh government has announced December 15, 2025, as the target date to ensure pure tap water supply to every household in the Vindhya and Bundelkhand regions. This initiative falls under the ‘Jal Jeevan Mission – Har Ghar Nal Yojana’, a flagship program aimed at improving rural water accessibility and public health. So far, more than 1.98 crore rural households across 85,364 villages have already been provided with tap water connections. The project highlights the state’s commitment to improving living standards, promoting hygiene, and ensuring equitable access to clean drinking water for all citizens.