Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bihar and West Bengal on August 22, 2025, to inaugurate and lay the foundation for various development projects worth approximately Rs 18,200 crore. Key initiatives include the Aunta-Simaria bridge in Bihar, which will enhance connectivity and reduce travel time, and multiple
NHRC
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken suo motu cognizance of a reported incident where a girl student was burned by a cook at a residential school in Jehanabad, Bihar, after asking for food. The NHRC has issued notices to local authorities for a detailed report on
Bihar
The Election Commission of Bihar released insights from the Enumeration Phase of the SIR 2025, highlighting key findings through various graphs. The enumeration took place from June 24 to July 25, 2025, with approximately 65 lakh details collected. Reasons for missing electors include relocation to other states, non-existence, failure to
Bihar
The Government of India is promoting traditional knowledge, rural technologies, and local innovations in Bihar through various initiatives. The Science and Heritage Research Initiative (SHRI) Cell is utilizing modern technology to preserve traditional knowledge, including a project for the digital restoration of the Nalanda UNESCO World Heritage site. The Science
Bihar
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is revising the electoral rolls in Bihar ahead of the 2025 elections, ensuring compliance with constitutional mandates. Key changes include limiting the number of electors per polling booth to 1,200, increasing polling stations from 77,895 to 90,712, and boosting the number
Bihar
The Department of Space has stated that there are currently no proposals to establish a modern Planetarium or Space Science Centre in Bihar. However, they are open to supporting such initiatives if proposals are received. Meanwhile, ISRO has launched educational outreach programs in Bihar, including the 'Space on Wheels&
Bihar
The Election Commission of Bihar has published the draft Electoral Rolls on August 1, 2025, following the Enumeration Phase. Political parties have been provided access to the rolls, and special camps are set up for public assistance until September 1, 2025. A total of 3,223 young electors have submitted
Bihar
The Election Commission has published the Draft Electoral Roll for Bihar on August 1, 2025, following the successful Enumeration Phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2025. A one-month period for claims and objections has begun, allowing eligible voters to check their names and submit requests for additions or deletions.
NIFTEM
NIFTEM-Kundli has provided support to eight start-ups across eight states under the NSIP-4 program, with Tamil Nadu receiving the highest financial assistance of ₹13 lakh. The government has also announced the establishment of NIFTEM in Bihar in the Union Budget 2025-26. Source: Original Link
AHIDF
As of July 22, 2025, the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) has received 572 project proposals in Bihar, amounting to a total cost of Rs. 2401.16 crore, with Rs. 259.77 crore in term loans. Only 6 projects have been approved by the Project Approval Committee, with a
Dairy Development
The Government of India, through the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, is implementing the National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD) to enhance milk processing infrastructure in Bihar. The NPDD has two components: one focuses on improving quality testing and chilling facilities, while the other aims to boost sales and
Bihar
The Election Commission of Bihar reported key findings from the Enumeration Phase of the Special Initiative for Registration (SIR) conducted from June 24 to July 25, 2025. Over 7.24 crore out of 7.89 crore electors submitted their forms, indicating high participation. The initiative aims to ensure no eligible