In a significant push towards cleaner urban living, Patna Municipal Corporation is dedicating Rs 69 crore to establish six modern garbage transfer stations. Set to handle 1,650 tonnes of waste each day, these facilities will effectively compact waste, thus curbing open dumping and facilitating smoother transport to disposal sites. Patna: Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has…
Bihar’s long-standing liquor ban brings a complex mix of outcomes. On one hand, it has contributed to better public health and a notable decline in domestic abuse rates. On the flip side, the state grapples with economic setbacks and a booming black market for alcohol. Enforcement remains a daunting challenge, with overcrowded courts and incidents…
In a significant move to enhance educational experiences, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has instructed authorities to develop an educational tour circuit for schoolchildren. This circuit will connect important sites in Patna, including the iconic Bapu Tower, the informative Bihar Museum, and the interactive Science City. Patna: CM Samrat Choudhary on Sunday asked officials concerned to…
In a moment of uncertainty for JD(U), Nishant Kumar stepped up to reassure party loyalists and the community, confidently declaring, “My father and I are committed to this cause.” He called for unity and trust in JD(U), while showcasing Nitish Kumar’s accomplishments in development. Patna: Amid a sense of despair appearing to grip JD(U) loyalists…
Buxar: The department of prisons and correctional services is moving ahead with a plan to set up a fuel station on the premises of Buxar Central Jail.Officials from two oil marketing companies—Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)—recently inspected the proposed site, and HPCL has given its nod for setting up…
In a heart-wrenching case from Nalanda district, Bihar, a tragic domestic violence incident unfolded when a man, reportedly intoxicated, fatally assaulted his wife after she refused to finance his drinking habits. The victim, Rakhi Kumari, a young mother married since 2020, is survived by her two small children. Patna: A man allegedly under the influence…
Gaya: Criminals shot dead a man near Kharpar between Ramdih and Uparahauli villages under Paraiya police station area on Sunday. According to police, the deceased, whose identity has not been ascertained yet, had a criminal history.Tekari SDPO Sushant Kumar Chanchal and Paraiya SHO Sunita Kumari visited the spot and conducted an investigation. They sent the…
Patna: The Patna Metro depot, being developed near New Patliputra Inter-state Bus Terminal (ISBT) at Bairiya Chak in Sampatchak, is nearing completion.Spread over 32.77 hectares, the depot will be more than just a parking space for trains; it will be the powerhouse monitoring every movement across the city’s metro network. Being called the ‘brain’ of…
In a striking rebuttal, Tejashwi Yadav addressed CM Samrat Choudhary’s remarks regarding the women’s reservation bill, emphasizing that the opposition stands firmly behind it. However, he did not shy away from pointing fingers at the BJP, alleging that they are leveraging the bill to advance their own political interests through delimitation. Patna: Hours after CM…
A 35-year-old police constable, Vikas Kumar, tragically passed away from a heart attack while undergoing training at Rajgir’s Police Training Centre. He experienced chest pain during training and collapsed en route to a private hospital in Nawada, where he was pronounced dead. Kumar, a father of two, joined the force in 2011. Patna: A 35-year-old…
