Gaya: The six-week-long mega block, which caused total disruption of operations on platform numbers 2 and 3 of Gaya railway station to facilitate works such as track maintenance, installation of an improved signalling system and air concourse girder installation, ended on March 22.However, rail users continue to face several problems because of shortcomings on different…
The Government Engineering College in Buxar celebrated World Water Day with a vibrant event focused on water conservation. With the support of the NCC, students delved into the essential nature of water and their role in protecting it. Embracing the theme ‘Every Drop Counts’, the event featured inspiring lectures, dynamic discussions, and an initiative to…
This Saturday, Dumraon will come alive with the Ustad Bismillah Khan Mahotsav, a vibrant tribute to the legendary shehnai maestro on his birth anniversary. Buxar: A music concert will be organised in Dumraon on Saturday to mark the birth anniversary of world-renowned shehnai maestro and Bharat Ratna awardee Ustad Bismillah Khan.The event, Ustad Bismillah Khan…
Patna: Animesh Kumar Parashar, managing director of Bihar Urban Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (Buidco), has instructed officials to complete key drainage projects, including Nandlal Chapra pumping station and Yogipur drain connection, by March. This system will link the Yogipur drain to a new station near Bhootnath Metro, diverting excess water and reducing pressure on Pahari…
Patna: District magistrate Thiyagarajan S M on Sunday reviewed LPG supply and distribution with officials, directing strict action against black marketing, hoarding and overcharging. Authorities were asked to lodge FIRs and arrest those involved in irregularities. Officials, including ADMs and SDOs, are conducting inspections and raids at distributors while collecting consumer feedback. As many as…
PATNA: Two people killed and six others were injured after a house wall collapsed in Bihar’s Aurangabad district during a wedding gathering, police said on Sunday.The victims were identified as Akhileshwar Yadav (55) and Satyanarayan Yadav (65), a senior police officer confirmed.The incident occurred on Saturday night in the Obra area, where several people had…
As Eid, Ram Navami, and Gudi Padwa approach, the festive joy in Patna faces a significant challenge due to a critical LPG cylinder shortage. Families are left waiting anxiously for refills, which threatens their cherished culinary traditions during these holy times. Patna: A shortage of LPG cylinders in the city has dampened festive spirit as…
In a strategic huddle ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections, the RJD and its allies expressed strong confidence in their candidate’s prospects for victory. With precisely 41 MLAs in tow, the significance of unity among the opposition was highlighted. However, the conspicuous absence of AIMIM and BSP raised questions about their potential support, which remains…
In a bid to uplift talented yet underprivileged students, Patna University is breathing new life into its dormant endowment funds. Established by generous supporters, these scholarships and awards have sadly become inactive due to dwindling resources. Patna: Patna University (PU) has initiated steps to revive all its ‘defunct’ endowments to help poor and meritorious students….
Bihar’s Education Minister Sunil Kumar urged academics to foster innovation and collaboration for higher education’s transformation. He emphasized reclaiming the state’s historical learning legacy, focusing on quality placements, startups, research, and nurturing responsible citizens. A workshop involving policymakers and VCs discussed strategies to build globally competitive institutions and knowledge hubs driving social and economic change….
