Sacred Bansi River Turns Polluted Drain in Bihar
The holy Bansi river, linked to Lord Rama, faces severe pollution and encroachment. As Magh Mauni Amavasya nears, locals demand action to save this dying tributary of the Gandak.
The holy Bansi river, linked to Lord Rama, faces severe pollution and encroachment. As Magh Mauni Amavasya nears, locals demand action to save this dying tributary of the Gandak.
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West Champaran's aromatic Marcha Chura sees a price surge & national demand spike after its GI tag. Discover how this Makar Sankranti staple is transforming local farming. Read more!
East Champaran DM Saurabh Jorwal orders strict action after beneficiaries report receiving less than entitled free grains. Inspection of all PDS shops and warehouses directed.
Bihar's Disaster Management Minister Narayan Prasad alleges police negligence and collusion with land mafia in Bettiah. He claims his complaints about illegal encroachment were ignored until he intervened.
Marhiya village in West Champaran boasts youths over 6 feet tall, aiding defence jobs but creating a bride search crisis. Discover this unique social dilemma.
The world's largest Shiva Lingam, a 33-ft granite marvel from Tamil Nadu, entered Bihar, drawing massive crowds. It's destined for the Virat Ramayan Temple in East Champaran. Witness the historic journey.
Over 14 species of migratory birds have arrived at Valmiki Tiger Reserve in West Champaran, escaping the northern cold. Discover the avian spectacle and conservation success. Read more!
East Champaran district magistrate orders suspension of classes up to VIII in all schools due to harsh cold wave. Read about the directive aimed at protecting children's health.
An 85-year-old woman perished in a major fire at a three-storey house in Bettiah's Janata Chowk. Police are investigating the cause. Read the full report.
The Bihar government's plan to reopen nine closed sugar mills, including the historic Chanpatia unit, has ignited fresh optimism among sugarcane growers in West Champaran and neighboring districts, promising to ease decades of agricultural distress.
Three sub-inspectors suspended and eight personnel face salary hold after lapses during Rs 24 lakh ATM heist in West Champaran. Internal probe reveals negligence in night patrol.
Four individuals, including a 9-year-old student, sustained injuries after an SUV and a school bus collided head-on due to poor visibility from dense fog near Baikunthwa Sthan in West Champaran. All victims received first aid and were discharged. Read the
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary announces new police infrastructure projects worth Rs 30 crore for East Champaran, Rohtas & Lakhisarai. Includes 200-bed women's barrack. Read more.
Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve sees a conservation triumph as tiger numbers skyrocket from 8 in 2010 to 54 in 2022. Officials credit habitat management and security. Read the full story.
Police in West Champaran's Bagaha have arrested a man and his brother for allegedly killing his wife over a suspected affair. The body was found decomposed. A speedy trial is promised.
East Champaran police release a list of 100 absconding accused in serious crimes. Rewards up to Rs 1 lakh announced. SP warns of property attachment if they don't surrender.
Tragedy strikes as six migrant workers from Bihar's Muzaffarpur & West Champaran die in a Nagpur water tank explosion. CM Nitish Kumar announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia. Read the full story.
East Champaran police cyber cell arrests 3 gang members involved in Rs 3 crore fraud. Cash, phones, ATM cards seized. Read how the scam was uncovered.
A 19-year-old girl was grievously injured in a bear attack in Sevarhi Barwa village, West Champaran. The bear strayed from Valmiki Tiger Reserve. Forest department urges caution.
Katihar-Delhi Champaran Humsafar Express struck a buffalo on tracks near Valmikinagar, causing a 2.5-hour halt. Driver's quick action prevented a disaster. Read details.
Criminals used gas cutters to break into two SBI ATMs in West Champaran's Bettiah, escaping with ₹23.52 lakh. Police suspect the same gang behind both heists. Read the full investigation details.
Valmiki Tiger Reserve in West Champaran starts a 90-day tiger census using 400 night-vision camera traps across 898 sq km to track big cats and assess prey population. Read the details.
Bagaha SP Nirmala Kumari conducted a surprise midnight check at two police stations in West Champaran. While one officer was found working, another was absent. Read about the inspection's findings and the SP's directives.
36 individuals, including 3 children, diagnosed with HIV in Bagaha, West Champaran. Authorities provide financial aid and urge testing. Learn about support schemes and prevention.
ECI's draft electoral roll for West Bengal removes 5.8 million names. Check your status online and submit Form 6 by Jan 15, 2026 if missing.
The Election Commission has published draft electoral rolls for West Bengal, removing 58 lakh names from the 2025 list. Check if your name is included in the 2026 draft voter list.
President Droupadi Murmu has withheld assent to West Bengal bills aiming to replace the Governor with the Chief Minister as university chancellor. Get the full details on this key governance decision.
BMC deems H-West ward engineer's explanation for false road width certification in Bandra West unsatisfactory. Activist demands inquiry and cancellation of developer's IOD. Details inside.
The Election Commission publishes West Bengal's draft electoral roll for 2026 Assembly polls. Learn how to check your name online/offline, key dates, and steps for discrepancies.