Current Affairs - State

Nagaland is the first state in the North Eastern Region to introduce Aadhaar Linked Birth Registration for children aged 0 to 5 years. The commencement of the launch was formally led by Commissioner T Mhabemo Yanthan.

Goa is the smallest state in India by area, covering an area of only 3,702 square kilometres. It is located on the western coast of India and is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich Portuguese heritage.

National Sports Day is celebrated in India on 29 August every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, one of the greatest hockey players of all time. The day is also a tribute to the contributions of all sportspersons who have made India proud. The theme for National Sports Day 2023 is "Sports are an enabler to an inclusive and fit society".

The Ministry of Jal Shakti released the report on the sixth census on minor irrigation schemes. Uttar Pradesh possesses the largest number of MI schemes in the country followed by Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

MP CM also announced 35% reservation for them in government jobs and said cooking gas cylinders will be provided to women at 450 in August to mark ‘Sawan’.