Jharkhand was separated from Bihar on November 15, 2000, making Bihar a distinct state. Prior to this, Bihar included present-day Jharkhand.

India ranked 37th in the Global Innovation Index 2024, showing improvement in its innovation ecosystem and technological advancement.

Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna is Bihar's primary airport, recently upgraded with modern facilities for international flight operations.

The Ganga River is the primary river system flowing through Bihar, along with its tributaries like Kosi, Mahananda, and Son, making it crucial for agriculture and irrigation.

Nalanda University, located in Bihar, is recognized as one of the oldest universities in the world, flourishing from 5th to 12th century CE as a center of Buddhist learning.

The Bihar government under CM Nitish Kumar launched this scheme to provide unemployment allowance to educated unemployed youth in the state.

Patna, the capital of Bihar, has been continuously included in the Smart Cities Mission and has been receiving funds for urban development projects.

Muzaffarpur district is world-renowned for its mango production, particularly Langda and Dussehri varieties, earning it the title 'Mango City'.

Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna is the primary airport in Bihar handling international flights and cargo operations.

The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for its architectural significance and religious importance.