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Bokaro Airport is nearing operational status. A high-level meeting directed officials to speed up pending clearances. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security will inspect the airport soon. Security clearance is a key step before commercial flights can begin. The Airports Authority of India and Bokaro Steel Plant are working to complete remaining tasks. An airline operator is still being sought.

In a bold move, Assam has put forth a Uniform Civil Code Bill designed to ban polygamy and enforce the registration of live-in relationships. This new framework establishes a minimum marrying age of 21 for men and 18 for women, while safeguarding the rights of individuals and children involved in live-in arrangements.

The UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 concluded smoothly across 36 centers in Ranchi on Sunday. Elaborate security measures were in place, including prohibitory orders within a 200-meter radius of all venues to ensure a disturbance-free examination process. The exam was conducted in two sessions, covering general studies and the civil services aptitude test.

Madras High Court discharged a nephrologist and organ transplant surgeon from an illegal kidney transplant case, citing procedural violations and harassment. The court found criminal proceedings were initiated improperly by police, bypassing the mandated Appropriate Authority. This led to the doctor's discharge from all charges, deeming the case an abuse of legal process.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu announced that India's operational airports have more than doubled to 165 since 2014, with passenger footfall also increasing significantly. The government plans to develop over 100 more airports and 200 helipads in the next decade, supported by a record Rs 29,000 crore allocation for the UDAN 2.

Dhanbad Deputy Development Commissioner Sunny Raj has pulled up medical officers for unsatisfactory work in institutional deliveries and other health programs. He urged them to plan better and work with dedication. Civil Surgeon Dr Alok Vishwakarma shared patient numbers for Sadar Hospital. The DDC reviewed performance across various health centers and initiatives.

India's prestigious UPSC exam mirrors global elite recruitment systems for bureaucracy. From ancient China's keju to modern UK's Fast Stream and France's ENA, nations seek sharp minds for government. While methods vary, from written tests to leadership assessments, the pursuit of influential public service roles remains a universal ambition, demanding diverse skills beyond academics.

At a recent review meeting in Rohtas, a troubling trend came to light: numerous government doctors are attending to only two to three patients daily, a stark contrast to the target of 100 patients. An astonishing 76 doctors have fallen short of this goal, with some seeing a mere 38 patients over several months.