Current Affairs - State

Jharkhand is the first state in India to take steps to ensure minimum wages for gig workers, such as Swiggy, Zomato, Ola, Uber, and Rapido employees. This is a significant move towards ensuring fair compensation for those in the gig economy.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has declared the Gangetic Dolphin as the state's aquatic animal. The Uttar Pradesh government is committed to wildlife conservation, environmental preservation, and public awareness, as evidenced by its declaration of the Gangetic Dolphin as the state aquatic animal and the launch of the Meri Ganga Meri Dolphin 2023 campaign.

The Assam cabinet approved a 1000-km long economic corridor project with an investment of Rs 3000 crore in October 2023. The project, known as the Asom Mala, aims to boost regional development and create jobs.

The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, launched the ‘A-HELP‘ (Accredited Agent for Health and Extension of Livestock Production) programme in the state of Jharkhand in October 2023. The A-HELP programme is a women-centric initiative that aims to empower Pashu Sakhis and strengthen the livestock sector in rural areas. Under the programme, Pashu Sakhis will be trained and certified to provide veterinary care and extension services to farmers. This will help to bridge the gap between farmers and veterinary services and improve the overall health and productivity of livestock.

The Bihar government has announced a 10% reservation quota for people falling under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category in the state's judicial services, as well as in government-run law colleges and universities.