The VIB carried out searches at the locations linked to executive engineer of the road construction department, Sanjay Kumar, in Patna, Nalanda and Khagaria Patna: The Vigilance Investigation Bureau (VIB) on Friday conducted simultaneous raids at three locations linked to executive engineer Sanjay Kumar of the road construction department, who is posted in Khagaria. Searches…
Patna: Chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will arrive in Bihar on Aug 16 for a two-day visit during which he will launch Electoral Literacy Club 2.0 from Patna.The upgraded initiative will be launched at a conference on Electoral Literacy Club 2.0 and ECINET at Gyan Bhavan on Aug 17. The first phase was launched in…
Patna: Bankipur MLA Prashant Kishor on Friday attacked the state govt over law and order and the alleged rise in synthetic drug abuse, saying a crime-free society was impossible under the current leadership.Referring to the recent firing near IGIMS in Patna, Kishor targeted CM Samrat Choudhary and the govt. “As long as Bihar’s leadership remains…
Patna: The Patna high court, expressing concern over the rising number of writ petitions challenging frivolous encroachment cases involving mostly “raiyati” land on which rent is being paid to the state govt, has directed collectors and circle officers across Bihar to verify the nature of land before proceeding against alleged encroachers.A single bench of justice…
Patna: Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU), Pusa, on Friday organised a workshop to strengthen the export value chain for Makhana, aiming to position Bihar’s signature crop as a globally recognised brand.Chairing the session, vice-chancellor P S Pandey said Makhana was synonymous with Bihar and called for developing the full chain from “Lab to Land…
Ara: An attempt to mediate in a land dispute over two decimals proved fatal for 45-year-old ward member Ashok Singh, who was allegedly shot dead on Friday morning at Bhikhampur village under Chauri police station. His two nephews, Krishna Singh and Baliram Singh, were allegedly beaten with lathis and are undergoing treatment at Ara Sadar…
A dance performance during the celebration in Azerbaijan The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan organised Bihar Diwas on Aug 13, showcasing the state’s civilisational heritage, vibrant culture, tourism potential, handicrafts and distinctive cuisine. The event drew ambassadors from various countries and international organisations, members of the diplomatic corps, govt officials, business representatives, social media influencers,…
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary Patna: CM Samrat Choudhary on Friday criticised Congress MP and leader of opposition in Lok Saba, Rahul Gandhi, for his remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, terming them inappropriate and demanding a public apology.In a post on X, Choudhary said Gandhi’s conduct was unbecoming of someone holding a constitutional position and…
Patna: A day ahead of Independence Day, unidentified bike-borne miscreants opened fire near IGIMS Hospital on Bailey Road under Shastrinagar police station area on Friday, despite heightened security arrangements across the city. One person has been detained for questioning.According to the police, the assailants allegedly fired three rounds at a medical shop near the hospital….
Patna: RJD national working president Tejashwi Prasad Yadav on Friday questioned the Bihar govt’s decision to sign a proposed Rs 22,500 crore MoU with a company for investment in the nuclear sector, alleging the firm was incorporated only a few months ago and had a paid-up capital of just around Rs 11 lakh.The allegations came…
