The Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor is aimed at connecting key industrial regions while reducing Delhi rail congestion

The Modern Coach Factory (MCF) and Rail Wheel Plant are situated in Rae Bareli. These facilities manufacture railway wheels and coaches. It is a major employment generator in the area.

Haryana formed "Parali Protection Force" teams to patrol and prevent stubble burning incidents across rural areas.

Debris of a suspected projectile was found in Sirsa, highlighting growing security tensions near the border in May 2025.

Haryana offers ₹1 crore to the martyr's family, with benefits continuing even if the widow remarries, ensuring social security.

Sonbhadra is often referred to as the ‘Energy Capital’ and also has the largest forest cover in UP. The Vindhya range and dense forests dominate the landscape. It supports biodiversity and mineral wealth.

Nuh district's pass percentage dropped in 2025 board exams, attributed to strict anti-cheating efforts ensuring fairness.

Rai is a traditional folk dance of the Bundelkhand region, often performed by the Bedia community. It includes expressive movements and vibrant costumes. The dance is now gaining recognition as a cultural asset.

Explanation: In May 2025, 7,596 Group D vacancies were announced, to be filled via the Haryana CET exam

IIT Kanpur is among India’s top engineering institutions. It was established in 1959 with U.S. academic assistance. The institute excels in research, innovation, and science

On March 28, 2025, Haryana officially adopted "Jai Jai Jai Haryana" as its state song, penned by Balkrishan Sharma and composed by Paras Chopra.

The RRTS corridor aims to connect Delhi to Meerut via Ghaziabad. It is a high-speed rail project that will boost urban mobility. Once completed, travel time will significantly reduce.

Coniferous forests are found in the Shiwalik hills of the state where chir is the main species, along with amla, khair and some scattered trees of terminalias.

Dry Deciduoud Scrub forests are mostly found in Kandi tract with predominant species like khair. Indian rosewood, silk cotton tree, amla, Indian ash tree, Indian mahogany, amaltas, etc.

Rumi Darwaza was built in 1784 during a famine to provide employment. It resembles a Turkish-style gate and is a symbol of Lucknow. The monument reflects Awadhi architectural brilliance

Vindhyavasini Temple in Mirzapur is one of the Shaktipeeths, dedicated to Goddess Durga. It is a major pilgrimage center in eastern UP. Devotees visit especially during Navratri festivals

Western UP has fertile soil ideal for sugarcane cultivation. It supports many sugar mills and is a key contributor to India's sugar output. Farmers in regions like Meerut, Muzaffarnagar depend on it.

The Parijaat Tree in Kintoor village is a rare baobab tree with mythological links. Locals believe it sprouted during the Mahabharata era. It is protected and worshipped by devotees.

Mau is known for its fine handloom weaving, especially Soz fabric. The district supports thousands of weaver families. It exports textiles to international markets.

Bateshwar, in Agra district, holds one of India’s oldest cattle fairs. It also has a series of ancient temples on the Yamuna bank. The fair is culturally and economically important for local herders.

Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat hosts the world-renowned Ganga Aarti. The ritual involves fire, chanting, and music offered to River Ganga. It draws both pilgrims and tourists every evening.

Malihabad, near Lucknow, is famous for Dussehri mangoes. It has vast orchards and contributes significantly to mango exports. The region hosts mango festivals annually.

It is located in Lucknow and specializes in sugarcane breeding and technology. The institute supports UP’s large sugarcane farming community. It contributes to productivity and disease-resistant varieties

Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary is about 70 km from Varanasi. It is home to leopards, chinkaras, and various bird species. The sanctuary features waterfalls and dense forests.

Formed in 1953 to recommend restructuring of states.

His death led to the formation of Andhra State in 1953.

Specifically, the Telugu-speaking region of Telangana.

Kurnool was chosen as the capital before the formation of AP.