Current Affairs - State

The Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi launched the "Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojna" in 2023. This initiative aims to provide free coaching for various competitive examinations and entrance tests to students belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories. The yojna is a significant step towards promoting social justice and equity in education. It will help students from disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve their academic goals and compete for opportunities on an equal footing.

The Rajasthan government launched the 'iStart Talent Connect Portal' at Jaipur's Techno Hub. The iStart Talent Connect Portal is a significant addition to the state's flagship initiative, iStart Rajasthan, which aims to empower the startup ecosystem in Rajasthan. The portal is expected to boost employment opportunities in the state and help to attract and retain talent.

The Indian government has approved the Jamrani Dam Multipurpose Project in Uttarakhand, with an allocation of Rs 1,557 crore for its completion under the PMKSY-AIBP program.

Accession Day is a public holiday in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, commemorating October 26, 1947, when Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession, in which Jammu and Kashmir joined the Dominion of India.

Tamil Nadu is nearing the completion of its pioneering AI-based early warning system designed to safeguard wild elephants from train collisions.