Kosi River Now a Boon for Bihar, Says Deputy CM
Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary highlights how improved river management has turned the Kosi from a flood threat into an irrigation asset, benefiting lakhs of acres in Bihar.
Category : Politics
Bokaro Trailer Crash: 1 Dead, 12 Injured; Driver Held
A trailer lost control in Bokaro's Kajubagan area, killing one and injuring 12. The driver, suspected drunk, was detained after hitting multiple vehicles.
Bhubaneswar BMC Seeks Land for Stray Dog Shelters
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has requested Khurda collector for land to establish permanent shelters for stray dogs, implementing Supreme Court rehabilitation guidelines with sterilization and vaccination programs.
Mira Bhayandar Flyover Lane Narrowing Raises Safety Issues
A newly constructed flyover in Mira Bhayandar has drawn criticism for its design, narrowing from four lanes to two, raising safety concerns among residents.
British-Indian Man Found Dead in Patna Hotel Room
Ajay Kumar Sharma, a 76-year-old British citizen of Indian origin, was discovered deceased in a Patna hotel. Police investigation suggests possible natural causes or suffocation.
President Murmu's Odisha Visit: Pind Daan and Temple Prayers
President Droupadi Murmu will perform pind daan rituals in Puri and Jajpur during her five-day Odisha tour, with detailed security and temple arrangements finalized by state authorities.
Bihar Targets 1 Crore Jobs in 5 Years, Governor Announces
Governor Arif Mohammed Khan announced Bihar's goal to provide employment to 1 crore youth in five years, highlighting achievements in law enforcement, healthcare, and women's empowerment during Republic Day celebrations in Patna.
Jharkhand Districts Mark Republic Day with Patriotic Events
Multiple districts in Jharkhand celebrated Republic Day with flag hoisting ceremonies, parades, and speeches highlighting development goals, tribal upliftment, and corporate commitments to Viksit Bharat.
Minister Rama Nishad Focuses on Welfare, Education in Buxar
Minister Rama Nishad addresses officials in Buxar, emphasizing timely implementation of welfare schemes and education as key to societal development.
Bihar Deputy CM Warns Police: Resign If Can't Use Weapons
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary issued a stern warning to police personnel at a Republic Day function, saying those who don't know how to use weapons should resign. The statement comes amid opposition criticism over law and order in the state
Jharkhand Governor Urges Unity on Republic Day
Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar addressed the Republic Day gathering in Ranchi, emphasizing unity and progressive mindset for Jharkhand's development while highlighting key government initiatives.
Buxar MLA Mishra Confronts Civil Surgeon Over Hospital Issues
Buxar BJP MLA Anand Mishra reprimanded civil surgeon Dr Shiv Kumar Prasad at sadar hospital over alleged irregularities. The incident, captured on video, occurred on Republic Day and has sparked controversy.
Grandson Arrested for Murder of Grandparents in SC
A 19-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his grandparents in upstate South Carolina, shocking the quiet rural community where the elderly couple were respected residents.
Assam CM: Polarization Between Assamese & Bangladeshis Essential
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defends political polarization as necessary for protecting indigenous communities against Bangladeshi migrants, citing Supreme Court recognition of invasion.
Elderly Couple Shot Dead in Mainpuri, Robbery Suspected
An elderly farmer couple was found shot dead inside their locked house in Mainpuri's Phulapur village. Police suspect robbery as the motive, with the incident discovered by villagers who noticed bloodstains.
Hampi Heritage to Get Major Boost in Upcoming Union Budget
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's multiple visits to Hampi indicate significant budgetary allocations for tourism, infrastructure, and heritage conservation at the UNESCO site in the 2026-27 budget.
Mandya: Teen Killed, Two Injured in Road Accident
A tragic road accident near Devirahalli Gate in Mandya claimed the life of a 15-year-old student and injured two classmates. The incident occurred after school hours when a car hit the students from behind.
Delhi HC Orders Action Plans for Hospital Campers' Weather Protection
Delhi High Court has mandated the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board to create annual contingency plans to safeguard patients and attendants camping outside major government hospitals during extreme heat and cold waves.
Mangaluru Police Barricade Medians, Share Road Safety Data
Mangaluru police commissioner announces barricading of national highway medians to prevent unsafe pedestrian crossings. City recorded 1,014 accidents with 171 deaths last year, pedestrians accounting for 39% fatalities.
MP Pushes for Fast-Track National Highway Work in Chikkamagaluru
Udupi-Chikmagalur MP Kota Srinivasa Poojary directs officials to expedite development of NH 173, 206, and 169, focusing on land acquisition and forest clearances.
Assam Cabinet to Formalize SIT Report on Pakistani National's Activities
Assam cabinet has directed state home department to place formal memorandum on February 7 regarding SIT report on Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh's anti-India activities, with alleged links to Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi and his wife Elizabeth.
Assam: 1.69 Lakh Illegal Foreigners Declared, Governor Details Progress
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya disclosed that 1,69,812 individuals were declared illegal foreigners, with 467 repatriated. He highlighted economic growth, women's empowerment schemes, and Assam's top ranking in implementing new criminal laws.
Tejashwi Attacks Bihar NDA Over Women's Safety Crisis
RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav launches scathing attack on Bihar NDA government over rising crimes against women, calling situation 'emergency-like' and demanding immediate action.
Armed Attack on Assam Rifles Base in Arunachal Pradesh
Armed miscreants opened fire on Assam Rifles Company Operating Base at Ranglum in Changlang district. Security forces retaliated, operations ongoing with no casualties reported.
Bhubaneswar's E-Toilets Neglected, BMC Starts Repair Drive
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation initiates extensive repair of malfunctioning modular e-toilets after citizen complaints highlight technical failures and poor maintenance.
Brahmaputra Boat Capsize: 6 Missing in Assam
Six people, including four children and an elderly person, are missing after a mechanised country boat capsized in the Brahmaputra river in Assam's Barpeta district. Rescue operations have been temporarily halted and will resume on Wednesday.
Assam Police, BSF Seize 30,000 Cough Syrup Bottles in Major Bust
In a major crackdown, Assam Police and BSF seized 30,000 bottles of cough syrup worth Rs 3 crore from Sribhumi district, arresting two persons. The consignment was hidden under potato sacks in a truck intercepted near Patharkandi.
CM Sarma Seeks Apology from Rahul Gandhi for Patka Refusal
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma demands unconditional apology from Rahul Gandhi for allegedly refusing to wear traditional Patka at President's Republic Day event, calling it insulting to Northeast.
Shinde: Toppled Uddhav Govt to Protect Balasaheb's Ideology
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde asserts that he ousted the Uddhav Thackeray-led government to safeguard the ideology of Balasaheb Thackeray, emphasizing the courage required for such a political move.
Ranchi Civic Body Polls: Voting Feb 23, Counting Feb 27
Jharkhand State Election Commission announces dates for 48 civic body elections in Ranchi. Voting scheduled for February 23, counting on February 27. Ballot papers to be used, no NOTA option available.
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