Current Affairs - State

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has entered into a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Haryana Power Purchase Centre to supply 800 MW of electricity starting from 2028-29. The power will be sourced from DVC's Raghunathpur, Koderma, and Durgapur Thermal Power Stations. This agreement strengthens DVC’s existing collaboration with Haryana, which is already receiving 300 MW from its operational units. This long-term deal is expected to support Haryana’s growing energy needs and enhance power security in the state.

Tripura became the first northeastern state to sign an MoU with the Digital India Bhashini Division under MeitY to enhance multilingual e-governance. Led by Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha, this initiative integrates AI-driven real-time translation and speech technologies supporting 22 Indian languages. The partnership aims to bridge linguistic and digital divides, improving accessibility for rural and tribal communities. By incorporating Bhashini into its governance systems, Tripura is taking a significant step toward inclusive digital governance and ensuring better communication between citizens and the administration.

The Telangana government introduced four major beneficiary schemes: Rythu Bharosa, Indiramma Atmiya Bharosa, Indiramma Indlu, and New Ration Cards. These schemes aim to support farmers, farm labourers, and the homeless poor, benefiting over 6.15 lakh citizens. The government allocated more than ₹570 crore through BDT for financial assistance. Implemented across 561 villages in all mandals of Telangana, these initiatives reflect the state's commitment to social welfare and economic upliftment.

The Union Territory of Ladakh emerged as the overall winner of the 5th Khelo India Winter Games 2025, securing a total of seven medals, including four golds. Tamil Nadu followed in second place with five medals, including three golds, while Maharashtra secured the highest number of medals (10) but finished third due to having only two golds. The event featured over 400 athletes, highlighting Ladakh’s growing significance as a winter sports destination in India.

Maharashtra recorded the highest number of farmer suicides in 2022, accounting for 38% of the total farmer suicides in India. The state's Marathwada region has been particularly affected, with over 800 farmer suicides recorded in 2024 alone. The crisis is attributed to a combination of factors, including debt, weather extremes, and regional disparity.