In an exciting development for Patna University, the institution has kicked off the construction of two modern residential complexes aimed at addressing the accommodation crunch faced by its staff. These two G+2 structures, with a combined investment exceeding Rs17 crore, will provide a total of 48 flats. Patna: Patna University (PU) vice-chancellor Ajay Kumar Singh…
In a landmark ruling, the Sasaram court has delivered justice in a notorious 2024 robbery-murder case, convicting five individuals. Among them, three drew life sentences for the brutal murder of Bajrangi Singh, who fell victim to gunfire during a robbery near Dhaudand village. Sasaram: A Rohtas court on Friday convicted five persons in a two-year-old…
In a timely effort to support our hardworking migrant workers returning home, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced an increase in services, particularly for those traveling to Bihar and the eastern states. Patna: Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has directed railway to ensure safe, smooth and comfortable journeys for migrants travelling to their native places, particularly…
In a dramatic turn of events, a jewelry store heist in Gopalganj escalated into tragedy when armed robbers unleashed gunfire, claiming the life of 28-year-old Dablu Mishra. However, the community rallied heroically, capturing two of the criminals who faced a furious mob before being handed over to law enforcement. Patna: A 28-year-old man was shot…
Patna: Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Choudhary on Tuesday called for a shift to result-oriented monitoring at a workshop held here, stressing that the state’s education system will now be evaluated primarily on student learning outcomes rather than administrative processes.The minister, while addressing regional education officials and district officers, said a weekly monitoring system and digital…
In a groundbreaking achievement, Biharsharif’s Model Sadar Hospital showcased its advanced medical technology by successfully extracting a bullet from the chest of a 13-year-old boy. This pioneering use of a C-Arm under duress exhibits the hospital’s commitment to emergency care. Biharsharif: Model Sadar Hospital, Biharsharif, has achieved a major milestone after successfully removing a bullet…
Patna: The state govt has increased its wheat procurement target. Following approval from the Centre, the state has raised the procurement target from 18,000 metric tonnes to 1,80,000 metric tonnes.According to the revised plan, 1,30,000 metric tonnes of wheat will be procured through PACS and trade mandals while 50,000 metric tonnes will be procured through…
Patna: In a new initiative to strengthen early childhood development in the state, the Directorate of ICDS, under social welfare department, on Friday launched standard operating procedures (SOPs) for disability screening and early identification, along with a dedicated WhatsApp community platform, “ICDS: Hamare Bacche, Hamara Parivar,” to improve parental awareness and engagement in early childhood…
Patna: Summer continues to remain intense across the state, with the southern region expected to witness temperatures between 40°C and 44°C over the next 48 hours. According to the weather office here, the regional forecast indicates hotdays, heatwave-like conditions, with winds blowing up to 45 kmph across the state over the next 24 hours.Meanwhile, northern…
Sasaram: Vigilance Investigation Bureau (VIB) sleuths on Friday arrested a senior cooperative officer while he was allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs10,000 from a PACS chairman.This is the 44th trap of corrupt officers in the state in 2026, according to director general (VIB) J S Gangwar.The operation was carried out in Rajpur block under leadership…
