Sonam Wangchuk's Arrest and Curfew | Other current affairs from newspaper as on 27.09.25

 

The current affairs topic is the performance and enforcement of the Bihar Right to Public Grievance Redressal Act, 2015.

The report highlights the proactive disposal of second appeals and strict action taken against negligent officials under the Bihar Right to Public Grievance Redressal Act, 2015.

•  Case Disposal: A total of 156 second-appeal cases under the Bihar Public Grievance Redressal Act have been disposed of in a span of 275 days (from January to September).
•  Pending Cases: Hearings are currently ongoing for 25 pending cases.
•  Action Against Officers: Strict measures have been taken against careless officials, with a dozen (12) officers and employees being penalized, including the imposition of fines, for unnecessary delay in resolving public grievances.
•  District Magistrate's Statement: The District Magistrate stated that the Public Grievance Redressal Act is an important medium for achieving good governance, and therefore, strict action is being taken against officers and employees who show negligence.
•  Specific Example: The District Public Grievance Redressal Officer disposed of 10 cases related to land disputes on a recent Monday.

Main Point:

The local administration in Bihar is demonstrating effective implementation of the Public Grievance Redressal Act by clearing a significant number of second appeals (156 cases in 275 days) and holding negligent officials accountable by imposing fines on a dozen officers for delays.

Bihar's "Mukhya Mantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana" (Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme)

The clip highlights the launch and impact of a significant women's welfare and empowerment scheme in Bihar, just ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.

• Scheme Launch: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched the "Mukhya Mantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana" via video conferencing.
• Beneficiaries and Financial Assistance: Under this scheme, an initial grant of ₹10,000 was transferred directly to the bank accounts (DBT) of 75 lakh women in the state. The total amount transferred was ₹7,500 crore.
• Purpose: The scheme aims to promote women's self-employment and livelihood activities, fostering economic independence and social empowerment. Women can use the money to start businesses in areas like agriculture, handicrafts, tailoring, and small enterprises.
• Future Support: The scheme promises additional financial support of up to ₹2 lakh in subsequent phases for women whose enterprises are performing well.
• Political Context: The launch is seen as a major move by the NDA government ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections. Prime Minister Modi used the occasion to attack the previous RJD government and urged women not to let the "dark age" return to the state.

Ladakh Crisis: Sonam Wangchuk's Arrest and Curfew

This is the most time-sensitive event covered, reporting the immediate aftermath of a major political and environmental protest.

• Arrest and Charges: Climate activist and engineer Sonam Wangchuk was arrested in Leh.
• The arrest was made by Ladakh Police Director General S.D. Singh Jamwal at 2:30 PM on Friday.
• The Home Ministry has held Wangchuk responsible for inciting the violence.
• Context of the Protest: Wangchuk is a senior member of the 'Leh Apex Body' (LAB) and has been leading an agitation for the last five years.
• The main demands are for Statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
• Violence and Curfew: The arrest followed two days after a violent protest that resulted in the death of four people and injuries to nearly 90 others.
• Curfew remains continuously in force in the city of Leh for the third consecutive day.
• Internet services have also been suspended in Leh.
• Security Review: A team from the Home Ministry is reviewing the security situation in Leh.
• Talks with Centre: The LAB and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) will soon talk to the Central Government.

The clip reports on the performance of Bihar in providing compensation for road accident victims, claiming the state is number one in the country in this regard.

Here are the key current affairs points from the clip, :

•  Bihar is Top in Road Accident Compensation: Bihar has achieved the top position in India for the timely payment of compensation to victims of road accidents and 'hit-and-run' cases, especially under the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT).

 Compensation Details:

•     In the last year and a half (approximately), compensation of ₹84.19 crore has been paid in 1626 road accident cases.
•     Victims have been provided relief in approximately 5830 hit-and-run cases.

 Scheme Benefits: Under the scheme for motor accident victims:

•     ₹50,000 is provided for serious injuries.
•     ₹2 lakh is provided in case of death.

 * Special Focus on Hit-and-Run: The state is notably successful in resolving hit-and-run cases, with the average disposal rate being 25% faster than the national average.

 * DSPT Nodal Officers: The Director General of Police (DGP) has ordered the appointment of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Traffic as Nodal Officers in all district police lines.

 * Quick Procedure: This is based on a Supreme Court directive to streamline the compensation process. The Nodal Officer will be responsible for ensuring the completion of the accident compensation process within a set timeframe.

   * The accident report is to be filed in the police station within 3 hours of the accident being reported.

   * The final police report (DAR-Detailed Accident Report) is to be filed with the MACT within 90 days.

Here are the key current affairs points highlighted in the clipping:

1. The Centenary Year of the RSS (राष्ट्रीय स्वयंसेवक संघ के 100 वर्ष)

•  Significance: The RSS, established by Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar on Vijayadashami in 1925, is completing its 100th year (or is on the path to completing it, depending on the exact date of Vijayadashami in 2025). The articles are a special feature on the occasion of its centenary.
•   Focus: The articles reflect on the organization's history, ideology, and the role of its various Sarsanghchalaks (Supreme Leaders).

2. The Path of Five Transformations (पंच परिवर्तनकाल की राह पर संघ)

•  The primary forward-looking agenda discussed is the "Panch Parivartan" (Five Transformations) program being promoted by the RSS.
•  The five themes of this transformation are aimed at national reconstruction and societal change:
• स्व का बोध / स्वदेशी (Self-Realization / Promotion of Indigenous Goods)
• नागरिक कर्तव्य (Civic Duties)
• सामाजिक समरसता (Social Harmony)
• कुटुंब प्रबोधन (Family Enlightenment/Awareness)
•  पर्यावरण संरक्षण (Environmental Protection)
•  The article states that the RSS is progressing on the path of these five transformations for national welfare and societal change.

3. Architect of a Stronger India and the Concept of Akhand Bharat (विराट भारत के रचनाकार और आरएसएस / अखंड भारत)

•  The clipping discusses the RSS's long-standing concept of Akhand Bharat (Undivided India) as a major component of its vision for the future.
•  It frames the organization as the architect of a Virat Bharat (Grand/Great India) based on its core philosophy of cultural nationalism (Hindutva).

4. Biographical Notes (सरसंघचालक और प्रमुख व्यक्ति)

•   The section on the left-hand side provides brief biographies and tenure dates for the six \text{Sarsanghchalaks} of the RSS, from Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar to the current chief, Mohan Bhagwat.
•  This is relevant current affairs as it summarizes the history and leadership of the organization during its centenary year.

In summary, the clip is a special editorial feature in light of the RSS Centenary Year (1925-2025), detailing its history, leadership, and its future agenda focused on the Panch Parivartan initiative.

Based on the uploaded newspaper clip (from Prabhat Khabar, dated September 27, 2025) and the standard practice of electricity departments, the work of applying a plastic cover to electric poles is being done primarily for safety and to prevent electrocution.

The specific reasons for this work, as detailed in the clipping, are:

1. Public Safety and Accident Prevention

Preventing Electric Shock: The main reason is to apply a plastic cover (which is an electrical insulator) on the lower, accessible part of the metal or concrete electric pole (up to about two feet high, or the height of an average person's reach). This is done to prevent electric shock in case an internal wire or insulation failure causes the pole itself to become energized (carrying current).

• Protection during Festivals: The initiative is particularly highlighted as a precaution for the upcoming festival season, like Dussehra, where there is a large crowd (bheedbhad) and the risk of accidental contact with the pole is higher.

2. Risk Mitigation in Crowded Areas

Crowd Control: The report mentions that people often lean against the pole or grab it to push themselves forward when there is a crowd. If the pole is charged, this can lead to a serious accident or stampede. The plastic cover minimizes this risk.

Water-Logged Areas: The plastic cover provides crucial insulation, especially in the bottom part of the pole, which is prone to becoming conductive during the monsoon season or in water-logged areas where stray voltage can be highly dangerous.

In summary, the electricity company is executing this work as a preventive safety measure to insulate the lower parts of the electric poles, thus protecting the public from electrocution in busy city areas.

The main current affairs event highlighted in the clipping is that the Netflix film 'Amar Singh Chamkila' and its lead actor, Diljit Dosanjh, have received two nominations for the 53rd International Emmy Awards.

Key details from the news (and confirmed by the search results) are:

•  Film/Series: 'Amar Singh Chamkila' (a Netflix film/mini-series directed by Imtiaz Ali).
•  Nominations:Best TV Movie/Mini-Series (for 'Amar Singh Chamkila').
•    Best Performance by an Actor (for Diljit Dosanjh for playing Amar Singh Chamkila).
•  Event: The 53rd International Emmy Awards (scheduled to be held on November 24, 2025, in New York).
•  The news also mentions other Indian artists who have previously been nominated or won an International Emmy, such as Vir Das (who won) and Ekta Kapoor (who was previously nominated and received the Directorate Award, not shown in the table but mentioned in the results).

Headline: "ट्रंप की दवाओं पर 100% टैरिफ भारत पर नहीं पड़ेगा कोई असर" (Trump's 100% tariff on medicines will have no effect on India).

Core News: US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs starting October 1:

100% Tariff on branded or patented Pharmaceutical Products (unless the company is building a manufacturing plant in the US).

• 50% Tariff on Kitchen Cabinets and Bathroom Vanities.
• 30% Tariff on Upholstered Furniture.
• 25% Tariff on Heavy Trucks.

India's Position:

The article suggests that the 100% tariff on patented drugs will not significantly affect India because most of India's exports to the US are off-patent generic drugs (which are exempted).

It also notes that the new tariffs on certain categories like kitchen cabinets and heavy trucks are a concern, but India remains a key player for US manufacturers in 2025.

Context: The article also includes a small boxed item about a meeting between Trump and former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.