Current Affairs - State

Telangana hosted the Rising Global Summit to accelerate economic growth and position itself as a hub for advanced industries. The summit saw the signing of 35 MoUs worth ₹2.43 lakh crore and secured a ₹75,000 crore investment from Brookfield/Axis Ventures for Bharat Future City. These commitments reflect the state’s focus on deep tech, green energy, aerospace, and digital infrastructure, demonstrating investor confidence. The event underscores Telangana’s vision of becoming a next-generation technology and industrial hub, aligning with its long-term economic target of achieving a $3-trillion economy by 2047, supported by strategic government initiatives and robust policy frameworks.

Maharashtra achieved a remarkable milestone by installing 45,911 off-grid solar agricultural pumps within a span of only 30 days, setting a Guinness World Record. This accomplishment highlights the state’s leadership in renewable-energy-driven farming and its commitment to reducing dependence on traditional electricity sources. The installations were carried out under PM-KUSUM and the state’s Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana, both designed to provide clean, reliable irrigation for farmers. This initiative not only boosts agricultural productivity but also strengthens climate resilience, cuts grid load, and supports India’s long-term clean-energy and sustainability goals.

Maharashtra achieved a remarkable milestone by installing 45,911 off-grid solar agricultural pumps within a span of only 30 days, setting a Guinness World Record. This accomplishment highlights the state’s leadership in renewable-energy-driven farming and its commitment to reducing dependence on traditional electricity sources. The installations were carried out under PM-KUSUM and the state’s Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana, both designed to provide clean, reliable irrigation for farmers. This initiative not only boosts agricultural productivity but also strengthens climate resilience, cuts grid load, and supports India’s long-term clean-energy and sustainability goals.

The 6th National EMRS Cultural & Literary Festival ‘Udbhavam 2025’ was held at KL University, located in Andhra Pradesh. The event brought together 1,558 tribal students from 22 states to participate in a diverse range of cultural, literary and artistic competitions. Spanning three days and featuring 49 competitive events, it was organised by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) with strong support from APTWREIS. The festival not only celebrated tribal heritage and creativity but also aimed to empower students by building their confidence, leadership qualities and national presence.

Mission Watershed PUNARUTTHAN, along with the Watershed Mahotsav, was launched in Nagaland with the goal of rejuvenating water bodies, restoring degraded land and promoting efficient water-harvesting systems through community participation. The initiative operates under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY), under which 14 projects have been approved and ₹140 crore sanctioned. As part of the mission’s progress, 555 watershed structures have been renovated, benefiting over 6,500 farmers. The broader objective is to strengthen water security in the Northeast, supported by 90% central assistance, while advancing climate-resilient development across the region.