In a decisive crackdown on misconduct, Buxar SP Shubham Arya has suspended three Sub-Inspectors after an unscheduled night inspection unveiled glaring lapses in their patrolling duties. The officials from Town, Naya Bhojpur, and Industrial police stations are now under disciplinary scrutiny for failing to heed the orders of their superiors. Buxar: Three police officers were…
In a shocking incident from Bhojpur district, a young woman was brutally attacked by a man allegedly obsessed with her. The attack took place when her male relatives were not at home, leaving her vulnerable. The police have detained the suspect, who reportedly has a troubling history of harassment towards the victim. Ara: A jeweller’s…
In a shocking incident in Muzaffarpur, a 45-year-old man with disabilities was fatally engulfed in flames within his home, allegedly at the hands of his own father and brother. Rajesh Kumar Rai was found tied to his cot, leaving him helpless as the fire consumed his hut while he slept. Patna: A 45-year-old disabled man…
Tragedy struck in Muzaffarpur as the lifeless body of a 16-year-old was found hanging from a tree, mere days after he vanished. His mother is adamant that foul play is involved, claiming his death stems from a dispute related to eve-teasing, while his brother hints that family arguments over alleged drug use could have played…
Gaya: Bihar is once again stepping into the cinematic spotlight, but long before policy frameworks and financial incentives, the state had already carved a presence in Indian cinema. Its roads, historic ruins and lived-in textures have, over decades, found their way into some of the most memorable moments on screen.The renewed push by the govt…
Ara: Bhojpur DM Tanai Sultania on Saturday issued strict directions to district health officials to immediately stop the practice of unnecessary referrals from Ara sadar hospital and other govt health centres. The directive came during a review meeting of the health department chaired by the DM, aimed at strengthening the district healthcare system and ensuring…
A string of recent incidents has put Bihar’s law and order under renewed scrutiny even as police assert that overall crime trends remain under control and challenges are evolving. Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar tells STOI’s Sheezan Nezami how the police are responding and where the key challenges lie. Excerpts:Recent crime incidents, be it Saturday’s chilling…
A 28-year-old man, Shankar Chauhan, was found dead on a Patna roadside. CCTV footage shows several individuals following him before he collapsed. Police are investigating a possible assault, with the deceased having a criminal past and a history of drug addiction. His wife has filed an FIR, demanding justice for his death. Patna: Body of…
Patna: Emergency alerts accompanied by siren sounds rang simultaneously on crores of mobile phones across Bihar on Saturday as part of a nationwide initiative to strengthen disaster response.The alerts began around 11.45am in Patna and other areas. The mobile-based disaster communication system, launched to deliver real-time warnings, triggered the messages. Officials said the alert was…
Bihar’s street vendors, numbering over 2 lakh, face significant challenges despite some progress. While many hold vending certificates and access loans, institutional gaps and legal protection remain critical issues. Evictions are often arbitrary, with vendors receiving no prior notice. Patna alone has around 40,000 vendors, highlighting the need for designated vending zones across the state….
