In a notable operation, authorities in Buxar uncovered a significant cache of illicit liquor, worth over Rs 6 lakh, from a deserted truck along the Buxar-Chausa highway. The truck was found idling near a gas station under suspicious circumstances. Buxar: The prohibition, excise and registration department (excise) recovered a large quantity of liquor from a…
In a devastating turn of events, a tilak ceremony in Nalanda district was overshadowed by tragedy as 21-year-old Chhotu Kumar lost his life due to an accidental misfire of a pistol he allegedly possessed. Biharsharif: A 21-year-old man died after a pistol he was allegedly carrying went off accidentally during a tilak ceremony at Amawan…
Prepare for a chaotic commute in Patna this Monday as the BJP’s “Aakrosh March” takes center stage at Gandhi Maidan. This rally, aimed at voicing discontent over the opposition’s approach to the women’s reservation bill, will attract participants from every corner of Bihar. Patna: Extensive traffic restrictions will be in place in Patna on Monday…
In Nalanda district, the alarming rise in violence against women has reached a critical point. A tragic shooting has claimed the life of a 16-year-old student, while a woman has reportedly been murdered by her husband and two others have sustained life-threatening injuries during a separate shooting incident. Biharsharif: A series of violent incidents targeting…
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…
