Bihar

Patna: Following the poor performance of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, where the party managed to win only 25 seats, Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav is reportedly anxious about potential defections within his ranks. Past instances of legislators switching allegiance from RJD to the NDA have raised concerns that the party might once again face internal instability. Defections Under NDA PressurePolitical analysts suggest that NDA strategists are actively trying to woo RJD and other Mahagathbandhan lawmakers to their side. Sources reveal that some legislators have been subtly encouraged to switch loyalties, with the party being portrayed as a “sinking ship.” These maneuvers echo previous episodes, when lawmakers like Chetan Anand aligned with ...

Patna/Goa: Fresh from her victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, Maithili Thakur, the newly-elected BJP MLA from Alinagar, Darbhanga, captivated audiences in Goa with her first public devotional performance. Thakur presented a soulful bhajan evening as part of the Sardha Panchashatamotsav festival at the historic Shri Sansthan Gokarn Portuguese Jivottam Math. The event also marked the unveiling of a bronze idol of Lord Ram, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Thousands of Devotees GatheredThousands of devotees flocked to witness the performance. Maithili’s melodious and heartfelt renditions of devotional songs enthralled the audience, creating an atmosphere of deep spirituality and celebration. Known for her traditional singing style, she added a unique charm to the sacred event...

Patna, Bihar: Tej Pratap Yadav, eldest son of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and leader of Jan Shakti Janata Dal (JJD), is once again embroiled in controversy. His former associate, Saurabh alias Avinash, has leveled serious allegations against him, claiming that he was brutally beaten, stripped, and recorded in a compromising video by a group of 20–30 men at Tej Pratap Yadav’s government residence. The video has reportedly gone viral on social media. Details of the Alleged IncidentAccording to Saurabh, the incident occurred after he returned from a reception party organized by Khan Sir’s brother on Sunday. Tej Pratap allegedly confiscated his mobile phone and later summoned him to his official residence at 26 [government address] to retrieve it. Once inside, Saurabh claims he was separate...

In a major push to boost nuclear energy production in Bihar, the central government has initiated preparations to establish three new nuclear power plants in the state. The NPCIL-NTPC joint team has begun preliminary surveys at potential sites in Siwan, Banka, and Rajouli (Nawada) to assess feasibility and safety parameters. Survey Work Underway The survey team is evaluating critical factors, including seismic activity, water availability, land adequacy, population density, and geological stability, to ensure that the proposed plants meet technical and environmental standards. Bihar’s Home Minister, Samrat Chaudhary, shared the development on social media platform X, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening the state’s energy infrastructure. Key Assessment Para...

Patna: Ever since the change of government in Bihar, allegations of increasing police brutality have been surfacing from across the state. The latest incident at the JP Setu checkpoint has intensified public outrage, as a doctor and his driver were allegedly assaulted by traffic personnel on Sunday evening. Driver’s Nose Fractured, Doctor Humiliated According to reports, around 7 pm, Traffic Jamadar Upendra Sah and several constables assaulted Dr. B.N. Chaturvedi, a doctor posted at NMCH, and his driver Rajkumar. The scuffle left the driver with a fractured nose and severe injuries. Police Dragged Driver Through the Car Window Dr. Chaturvedi was returning to Patna from Chhapra when the incident occurred. Witnesses claim that traffic police personnel were creating space for truc...

Patna (Bihar): The Bihar State Women’s Commission (BSWC) is witnessing a surge in complaints from wives troubled by their husbands’ extramarital relationships, some even after 25 years of marriage. On average, 4 to 5 out of 10–12 daily cases reported to the Commission involve marital affairs, highlighting a growing social concern. Stories of Distress A woman from Sipara, Patna, who married ten years ago, reported that her husband began an extramarital relationship after a decade of a seemingly happy marriage. Exhausted and distressed, she approached the Bihar State Women’s Commission, which issued two notices to her husband. Similarly, a woman from Danapur shared that after 20 years of marriage, her husband’s infidelity surfaced. She filed a complaint, and the Commission initiated...

Siwan (Bihar): Panic spread across Bihar’s political circles after two senior Janata Dal (United) leaders — JDU MP Vijay Laxmi Devi and Barharia MLA Inderdev Singh Patel — received death threats demanding extortion money. The caller threatened to shoot them if they failed to pay ₹10 lakh. Both leaders filed written complaints in their respective police stations, following which FIRs were lodged under serious charges relating to extortion and criminal intimidation. Threats Came From the Same Number Siwan Superintendent of Police Vikram Sihal confirmed that both threat calls were made from the same mobile number. The police have identified the number and also traced the individual suspected of using it. According to the SP, the accused is likely to be arrested soon. Preliminary i...