Bihar

Patna: Bihar’s Education Minister Sunil Kumar has issued a stern warning to officials, stating that if government schools in the state are found to be unhygienic or poorly maintained, responsible officers will face strict action. The minister made this announcement while responding to a question raised by BJP MLA Baidyanath Mahato in the Bihar Legislative Assembly. Action Against Negligence Minister Sunil Kumar clarified that if any discrepancies in school cleanliness are reported or discovered, the contract of the agency responsible for sanitation will be canceled. In addition, the officer in charge who submitted inaccurate or false reports will also be held accountable. The statement came during the ongoing budget session of the Assembly, where MLA Mahato raised concerns regardi...

Patna: The Bihar Police Headquarters has taken a strict stance against on-duty mobile phone use, particularly watching or creating social media reels. Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar has issued clear directives stating that unnecessary mobile use during duty will not be tolerated, and offenders will face immediate departmental action. ‘No Reels’ Policy and Disciplinary Measures According to the new orders, any police officer caught making or watching reels while on duty will face suspension and other strict departmental penalties. The initiative is aimed at improving the professional conduct of officers and enhancing the image of the police force. DGP Vinay Kumar emphasized that these measures are part of a broader effort to maintain law and order while ensuring trans...

Patna: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha has taken a strong stand against the misuse of the SC/ST Act, ordering an immediate investigation into a case where a young man alleged he and his family were falsely implicated. The incident, related to a land dispute, unfolded in dramatic fashion as the victim broke down in tears while narrating his ordeal. Emotional Appeal to the Deputy CM The young man, in tears, explained:"Sir, I just brought my mother after her open-heart surgery. My father passed away due to a heart attack in this condition. I am the only son. We were accused twice under the SC/ST Act. When we go, our wife and mother are beaten. The government officials know everything, sir. Even the official report confirms this." Hearing this, Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinh...

Muzaffarpur, Bihar: In a unique turn of events, a young woman who was reported missing from the city’s police jurisdiction surprised authorities by walking into the station to clarify that she had not been kidnapped. Instead, she had voluntarily left home and married her long-time boyfriend in a temple ceremony. The 9-year-old love story between the couple began on social media. During police questioning, the woman explained that she had met the man online nearly nine years ago, and over time, their relationship developed into love. The couple had lived together briefly in a live-in arrangement before family pressure forced her to return to her parental home. Marriage Against Family WishesThe woman told police that she had repeatedly expressed her desire to marry her boyfriend, but h...

Darbhanga, Bihar: The city of Darbhanga is reeling after the brutal rape and murder of a six-year-old girl, which has sparked widespread outrage and violent protests. Following the tragic incident, police have arrested six youths accused of rioting, while FIRs have been filed against 43 named individuals and 50 unidentified persons for causing public disorder and damaging property. The heinous crime occurred on Saturday night in the University Police Station area, where the child was sexually assaulted and murdered. The main accused, Vikas Mahto, has been sent to judicial custody. However, violent demonstrations erupted across the city on Sunday, including road blockages and arson, prompting authorities to bring in additional forces from Madhubani district to restore order. Police Ac...

Begusarai, Bihar: In a sensational case from Begusarai, a farmer was shot dead in broad daylight, raising shock and fear in the community. The victim, identified as 45-year-old Bhushan Singh of Kaithma village, was attacked while collecting fodder for cattle near his fields on Monday evening. Police reports suggest the crime is linked to a single woman—his first wife, Sunita Devi, who is now allegedly married to Bhushan’s younger brother. According to witnesses, assailants fired multiple rounds at Bhushan Singh, leaving him critically injured. He was rushed to the district hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Following the murder, Bhushan’s first wife reportedly went missing along with her children, heightening suspicions in the ongoing investigation. A Troubling HistoryBhushan...