KVKs are agricultural extension centers that provide training and tools to farmers. They bridge the gap between research institutions and actual farm practices.

Drip irrigation helps conserve water and improve crop yield. It is being promoted especially in water-stressed and flood-affected areas.

Cholera outbreaks occur in flood-affected areas due to contaminated drinking water. Sanitation and clean water supply are crucial to prevent it.

Due to high sunshine and poor infrastructure, solar energy is ideal for Bundelkhand. Government schemes promote solar pumps and off-grid solutions here.

The Biotech Park in Lucknow promotes research and industry collaboration in the field of biotechnology. It supports innovation in agriculture and healthcare.

Japanese Encephalitis, transmitted by mosquitoes, is caused by the Flavivirus. It is a major public health concern in Gorakhpur and neighboring districts.

In winter, temperature inversions trap pollutants near the surface. Crop burning in nearby areas and vehicle emissions worsen air quality, creating smog.

Red loamy soil, found in parts of Bundelkhand, is well-drained and ideal for pulses like arhar and gram. It retains enough nutrients for legume crops.

Despite government LPG schemes, many rural households in U.P. still rely on firewood due to affordability and accessibility issues.

Sonbhadra, due to its hilly terrain and protected areas, has a forest cover close to 45%. It contributes significantly to the state’s ecological balance.

Obra Thermal Power Station is one of the largest coal-fired plants in U.P. It supplies power to both industrial and domestic users in the state.

Sugarcane crops are frequently affected by stem borers and top borers, reducing yield. Integrated pest management is essential to control them.

AIIMS Gorakhpur is one of the newer AIIMS institutions set up to improve tertiary healthcare in eastern U.P. It serves as a medical education and research hub.

Dudhwa National Park, located in the Tarai region, is home to the Bengal Tiger. It is part of Project Tiger and supports a rich biodiversity.

The Sonbhadra district in the Son Valley region is rich in limestone, coal, and other minerals. It supports thermal power stations and cement factories.

Floods are frequent in eastern U.P. due to overflowing rivers like Ghaghara and Rapti during monsoons. Poor drainage and silt accumulation worsen the problem.

Paddy requires large amounts of nitrogen for healthy growth. It is widely cultivated in eastern U.P. during the monsoon season.

Arsenic contamination is a serious concern in western and eastern U.P. It affects drinking water quality and poses health hazards like cancer and skin diseases.

IISR is located in Lucknow and conducts advanced research on sugarcane cultivation and technology. It plays a crucial role in improving sugarcane yields in U.P.

Excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides leads to water pollution in rivers and groundwater. This is a growing concern in agricultural belts like western U.P.

heat is the most widely grown crop in Uttar Pradesh, especially in the western and central regions. It is a staple food and a key rabi crop.

In 2024, researchers identified Myotis himalaicus (Himalayan long-tailed myotis) in Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary—a key discovery that boosts the known bat species in India to 135

On October 30, 2023, 27 cabinet proposals passed—including a ₹628 cr scheme to link 1,600 herbs with livelihoods in 12,000 Van Panchayats over ten years

The BJP, led by Pushkar Singh Dhami, won 47 of 70 seats in the February 14, 2022 assembly election—the first time an incumbent Uttarakhand government was re-elected .

On February 7 2024, Uttarakhand enacted the Uniform Civil Code Bill, standardizing personal laws across religion for matters like marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships—making it the first state to implement this

The 2020 Uttarakhand wildfires destroyed around 71 hectares of forest in Pauri Garhwal, with two reported deaths and one injury

Hailing from Patna, Mirza Faizan was recognized by the Texas legislature on March 18, 2025, for his “DiscoverSTEM” programme that mentors students in space and engineering innovation

The Bihar government raised the annual sports budget to ₹568 crore for 2025–26 from ₹480 crore, allocating ₹373 crore for infrastructure and ₹195 crore for development