1) Maldives Inaugurated Hanimaadhoo International Airport Built with India’s Assistance

• The Hanimaadhoo International Airport, a major infrastructure project in the northern Maldives, has been officially inaugurated.
• The project was developed with India’s financial and technical assistance under its Line of Credit programme, aimed at improving connectivity and boosting tourism in the northern atolls.
• The new airport is expected to support larger aircraft, enhance regional mobility, and strengthen India–Maldives development cooperation.

2) Indian Coast Guard Held the 23rd National Maritime Search and Rescue Board Meeting in Gandhinagar

• The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted the 23rd meeting of the National Maritime Search and Rescue Board (NMSARB) in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
• The board reviews maritime safety, search and rescue operations, and the coordination mechanisms between agencies such as the Navy, Air Force, ports, and coastal states.
• Discussions focused on improving response systems, use of modern technology, and strengthening India’s reputation as a regional maritime SAR leader.

3) Delhi Government Launched the School Web App to Digitize Education Administration

• The Delhi Government launched a new School Web App, designed to digitize school-level administration and simplify processes for teachers and principals.
• The platform integrates attendance, student records, learning resources, teacher documentation, and performance data into a single digital system.
• The initiative aims to reduce paperwork, improve monitoring of learning outcomes, and modernize Delhi’s public education ecosystem.

4) Assam Government Approved the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill 2025

• The Assam Government has approved the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025, aimed at banning polygamous marriages in the state.
• The bill is part of the state’s broader initiative to implement Uniform Civil Code principles in phases.
• It seeks to ensure legal uniformity, protect women’s rights, and address issues related to exploitation within marital practices.

5) Himachal Pradesh University Study Identifies Sal Tree as the Best Natural Air Purifier

• A study by Himachal Pradesh University found that the Sal tree (Shorea robusta) is the most effective natural air purifier among the species studied.
• The tree was identified for its high pollutant absorption capacity, particularly for particulate matter and harmful gases.
• Sal trees can significantly contribute to urban afforestation, air quality improvement, and ecosystem restoration initiatives in polluted regions.