Bihar’s literacy rate is among the lowest in India, standing at 61.8% as per NFHS-5.

Vikramshila Dolphin Sanctuary is a protected area in Bhagalpur district known for Gangetic dolphins.

Gaya Airport was granted international status to facilitate Buddhist pilgrimage travel and boost tourism.

The centenary celebration of Champaran Satyagraha was marked in Bihar, commemorating Gandhi’s first major civil disobedience movement.

AIIMS Darbhanga was recently inaugurated to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in northern Bihar.

Panipat was designated as Haryana’s first ‘Export Hub’ under the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme in 2025 due to its thriving textile industry. This step aims to boost local industry and international trade.

T.V.S.N. Prasad took charge as Haryana’s Chief Secretary in May 2025, replacing Sanjeev Kaushal. He is a 1988-batch IAS officer known for his administrative experience at both state and central levels.

Panipat, known for its historic battles, was included in the National Tourism Circuit for heritage tourism promotion.

Haryana's first Women's Cricket Academy was launched in Rohtak to promote female cricketing talent.

The 'Surakshit Haryana' system uses AI to predict crime-prone areas and deploy resources accordingly.

Khaparwas Bird Sanctuary gained the status of 'Wetland of National Importance' for its rich biodiversity.

Haryana made Road Safety Education compulsory in all schools to create awareness about traffic rules among children.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was chosen as Brand Ambassador for Women Empowerment campaigns in Haryana for 2025.

Haryana topped the Export Preparedness Index in North India due to its strong logistics, policy support, and industrial base.

Adi Badri, believed to be linked to Saraswati river civilization, will be revived and developed as a major heritage site.

Fatehabad has been declared as the upcoming textile hub to boost employment and industrialization in the area

Anish Bhanwala clinched gold in 25m rapid fire pistol, bringing laurels to Haryana in Shooting World Cup 2025.

In 2004, the Char Dham Yatra was disrupted due to heavy monsoon rains and landslides, a recurring issue in Uttarakhand's hilly terrain, impacting road access and pilgrim safety.

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) was actively implemented across India, including Uttarakhand, in 2004 to provide universal elementary education with improved infrastructure and teacher training.

AIIMS Rishikesh was among the six AIIMS-like institutions announced in 2003–2004 under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY). Though it became operational later, the proposal and groundwork started in 2004.

In 2004, the Uttarakhand government focused on improving rural infrastructure, especially road connectivity and electrification under centrally sponsored schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).

The State Industrial Development Corporation of Uttarakhand Limited (SIDCUL) promoted large industrial estates in places like Pantnagar, Haridwar, and Sitarganj under the Special Industrial Package announced by the Central Government in 2003 and implemented through 2004.

The state's first floating solar plant was commissioned in Panipat to promote renewable energy from water bodies.

'Mission Mahila Suraksha' was launched to train women on cyber safety and report digital crimes effectively.

The policy aims to boost horticulture exports by providing logistic support, certification, and value-chain enhancement.

In 2025, Dhamal, symbolizing valor and heritage, was officially recognized as Haryana's state folk dance.

Haryana collaborated with the Netherlands to adopt advanced agri-tech practices, focusing on precision farming and horticulture.

Sirsa achieved the ODF+ status by enhancing sanitation infrastructure and community-led cleanliness drives.