The Bihar budget for 2026-27 has drawn criticism from experts who note the state's continued heavy reliance on central assistance. Key concerns include a budget gap and high committed expenditures.
A 27-year-old woman in Hubballi was allegedly murdered by her husband after questioning his loan decisions. The couple had two young children. The husband surrendered to police.
Two student leaders were attacked and abducted in Tirupati while heading to protest against Mohan Babu University. Police rescued them within an hour and arrested the accused.
In Patna's Digha area, businessman Shambhu Singh narrowly escaped a shooting by three motorcycle-borne assailants. One attacker was caught by locals, revealing a financial dispute as the motive.
A 28-year-old woman and her two young daughters died in Nalanda district after allegedly consuming poison. Police are investigating claims of harassment over not having a son.
Violent clash erupts in Odisha's Gajapati district as mob attacks Chandiput market, injuring 10 and vandalizing property. Police detain suspects and deploy forces to restore peace.
A 33-year-old farmer died after a timber-laden truck hit his buffalo cart on NH 731 near Pilibhit while he was delivering crops to Bisalpur sugar mill. Police have impounded the truck and are searching for the driver who fled.
In a shocking incident in Belagavi, a 49-year-old man was allegedly murdered by a youth who suspected him of being overly close to his mother. The accused reportedly posed for a photo with his foot on the victim's chest after the crime.
A 45-year-old woman was fatally struck by an express train near Twining Ganj railway station in Buxar while crossing tracks to buy medicine, with police investigating the tragic incident.
Patna's state budget emphasizes infrastructure development with plans to upgrade single-lane roads to double-lane and construct five new expressways. The budget allocates significant funds for rural connectivity projects under various schemes.
The Hazaribag municipal mayor election sees unexpected competition within BJP as two senior leaders file nominations. The non-party contest reveals political maneuvering with RSS-affiliated journalist also entering the race.
Buxar police successfully recovered and returned 73 lost or stolen mobile phones worth approximately ₹15 lakh under Operation Muskan, a special initiative launched by Bihar Police headquarters.
Bus services to Iragapalli village in Kalaburagi's Chincholi taluk resumed after over a decade, with villagers celebrating the occasion with decorations and prayers.
A police constable in Koppal district posted a viral WhatsApp status suggesting selling egg rice is better than being a cop, prompting a departmental inquiry into work pressure concerns.
The controversy over alleged illegal felling of thousands of trees at Kauri Gudda in Belagavi has intensified, with BJP threatening to lay siege to the DCF's office if arrests aren't made by Wednesday.
A Surat court sentenced six witnesses to one month in jail and fined each Rs 300 for providing false evidence and turning hostile in a murder case, benefiting the accused. The court emphasized the need to punish such acts to uphold judicial integrity.
A 44-year-old woman in Surat's Varachha area died by suicide after consuming insecticide following prolonged domestic disputes. Police have registered an accidental death case and are investigating possible abetment.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes India-US trade deal, claiming PM Modi buckled under pressure and betrayed farmers. Opposition protests disrupt Parliament for second day.
A newborn baby girl's body was discovered abandoned near a garbage dump in Kishanganj district, Bihar. Police are investigating the cause of death and examining all angles.
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav announced plans for a network of 19 fully operational airports in the state, with significant funding allocated for Darbhanga, Purnia, and Sultanganj airports in the budget speech.
Police in Palamu district have arrested two men for allegedly hacking three family members to death over suspicions of black magic. The incident occurred in Purani Bathan Kusri hamlet.
Hussainabad police in Daltonganj conducted raids, seizing 8.6 kg of cannabis and arresting four individuals, including three women, in a major drug bust operation.
Ranchi police arrested Shiva Mahto and Vijay Ganjhu, seizing country-made pistols and cartridges in Murhu. Vijay has criminal antecedents.
Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests Dr Ram Prakash Verma, a district Ayush medical officer, for allegedly accepting Rs 10,000 bribe from contractual doctor over pending salary release in Chatra district.
AAP Mangaluru calls for investigation into alleged design flaws, cost escalation, and rule violations in Yemmekere Swimming Pool construction under Smart City project.
An elderly woman in Bantwal taluk was allegedly gagged, tied up, and robbed of her gold mangalsutra and phone by an unidentified man who tricked his way into her home.
Former BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai declines election responsibilities in six constituencies due to his father's health, sparking internal discontent over party's allocation process.
Police in Chitradurga arrested teacher Ranganna from a private aided school for allegedly sexually harassing minor girls. The arrest follows a complaint by parents and investigation under the POCSO Act.
BJP demands Karnataka Excise Minister RB Timmapur's resignation, alleging Rs 6,000 crore bribery and transfer rackets. Opposition cites audio recordings and Lokayukta complaints as evidence.
A 34-year-old coconut trader was brutally beaten and stabbed to death in Vanthali town, Junagadh district, following a months-long feud over an alleged affair. Four men have been arrested for the murder.