Politics

Patna: A major confrontation has erupted in Bihar between the state government and the Bihar Revenue Service (BRS) officers after more than 1,000 Circle Officers (COs) and Revenue Officers (ROs) went on strike from February 2, protesting against the government’s decision to restructure the promotion system within the revenue department. The strike has triggered serious administrative disruption across the state, impacting crucial work such as land surveys and digitisation of land records, while the government has responded with strict action, including the withdrawal of official facilities and a threat to stop salaries. What Sparked the Dispute? The controversy began after the Bihar Cabinet on January 29 approved the creation of a new post titled Sub-Divisional Revenue Officer (SR...

Patna: The Bihar Legislative Assembly witnessed a tense exchange between Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav during the ongoing budget session. The confrontation occurred while discussing the Governor’s address, with Nitish Kumar sharply admonishing Tejashwi Yadav in a forceful tone, telling him, “Sit down, you are still a child. We belong to your father’s era, and we respect you.” Addressing the assembly, Nitish Kumar highlighted his government’s achievements, stating that before his party came to power, citizens lived in fear and were hesitant to step outside their homes. He also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the generous support extended to Bihar by the Centre and reaffirmed his government’s goal of doubling the state’s per capita income ove...

Patna: Music lovers, beware! Playing double-meaning or obscene songs in public places, at wedding functions, or even in autorickshaws could now land you in serious trouble. Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has issued strict directives to all district officials to take stringent action against such offenses. Deputy CM Calls Double-Meaning Songs a Serious Social ProblemDeputy CM Choudhary emphasized that playing such songs in public spaces, events, or vehicles will not be tolerated under any circumstances. He described double-meaning and obscene songs as a growing social issue, affecting the dignity and safety of women and making them uncomfortable in public. “These songs also have a negative impact on children’s mindset and cannot be ignored,” Choudhary said. “The governme...