Bihar's 13.1% Growth Beats National Average of 9.8% in FY25

Bihar's economy grew at 13.1% in 2024-25, surpassing India's 9.8% GDP growth. Finance Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav highlighted sustained growth, rising per capita income, and infrastructure improvements in the Economic Survey.

Uttarakhand Railway Budget: Rs 4,769 Crore Allocation

Uttarakhand receives Rs 4,769 crore in Railway Budget 2026-27, a 26-fold increase from 2009-14. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights infrastructure boost, station redevelopment, and electrification achievements.

Dhanbad Mayoral Race Sees Party Defiance

Political parties in Dhanbad struggle to enforce discipline as numerous workers defy directives to contest independently for the mayoral post, creating a crowded electoral battle ahead of municipal elections.

SP MP Slams Govt Over Groundwater Pollution Crisis

Samajwadi Party MP Ramjilal Suman accuses government of insensitivity toward groundwater pollution, citing alarming statistics on water quality and health impacts during Rajya Sabha session.

Ranchi RMC Elections: Nomination Rush Intensifies

The nomination process for Ranchi Municipal Corporation elections gained momentum with 94 candidates filing papers across 53 wards. Traffic congestion and political activities marked the day as candidates highlighted civic issues.

SC Stays Demolition of 24 Illegal Buildings in Jamshedpur

The Supreme Court has issued an interim order staying the demolition of 24 illegal buildings in Jamshedpur. The case involves commercial structures in upscale areas, with the next hearing scheduled for March 9, 2026.

Congress Supports Rama Khalko for Ranchi Mayor Post

Congress extends support to former mayor Rama Khalko for Ranchi mayoral post while ally JMM remains silent. Civic elections across 48 urban bodies in Jharkhand are not contested on party lines.

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