Bihar

Patna, Feb 7, 2026: Independent MP from Purnia, Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, was produced in Patna Civil Court on Friday and sent to two days’ judicial custody. Due to his deteriorating health, he will remain under medical observation at PMCH Hospital. Meanwhile, his legal team has filed a bail petition in the Patna High Court, which is scheduled for hearing on Monday. Pappu Yadav was arrested late Thursday night from his official residence in Patna in connection with a 31-year-old case. On Friday morning, police conducted a medical examination at PMCH, following which he was transported to the Civil Court by ambulance. City SP Bhanu Pratap Singh clarified, “This is a routine procedure. We are required to produce the accused in court within 24 hours. His medical check-...

Motihari, Bihar: The Bihar Police have cracked a scam in which unemployed youth were defrauded in the name of recruitment for the ‘Police-Mitra’ program. At least 25 job-seekers from East Champaran fell victim to the fraudulent gang, which promised lucrative jobs and fake training sessions. Following the arrest of one accused, police have identified the gang leader and launched a wide-ranging operation across multiple districts. Gang Leader and ArrestsTwo members of the gang, Ashraf Kamal from Chiraia, Motihari, and Vineet Kumar from Muzaffarpur, have been arrested. During interrogation, police obtained crucial information that led them to the gang’s mastermind, Ashok Samrat, a resident of Samastipur. Ashok Samrat, along with his accomplices Dharmendra Kumar and Rakesh Kumar, has been o...

Patna: For travelers heading home during Holi, Indian Railways has announced a record deployment of 1,409 Holi special trains this year, ensuring smooth and hassle-free journeys. These trains will operate from March 1 to March 22, 2026, catering to the massive surge in passenger demand during the festival. According to officials, East Central Railway (ECR) will play a key role, running 285 special trains from various stations. Public Relations Officer Saraswati Chandra said this is a significant increase compared to last year’s 1,144 special trains. Train Distribution by Railway Zones Western Railway: 231 trains Central Railway: 209 trains South Central Railway: 160 trains Northern Railway: 108 trains North Western Railway: 71 trains North Central Railway: 66 train...

Patna: MP Pappu Yadav, who has been vocally commenting on the Girls’ Hostel scandal for the past month, was arrested late Friday night. The arrest came shortly after he publicly challenged Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary at the Patna Airport. Pappu Yadav had arrived at the airport in a stylish safari suit and addressed the media, taking a direct swipe at Samrat Chaudhary. His statement quickly made headlines across national television and online media. Later, upon returning to his residence, a crowd of his supporters had gathered outside. While he was freshening up and having tea, a team of policemen, led by the strict City SP Bhanu Pratap Singh, arrived at his home with an arrest warrant. Midnight Arrest Yadav reportedly appeared bewildered as the police ...

Patna: Former Congress President Rahul Gandhi and party General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi have voiced strong support for independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, popularly known as Pappu Yadav, following his arrest in Patna. Rahul Gandhi termed the arrest as an act of “political revenge,” asserting that Pappu Yadav was being intimidated for raising his voice in the controversial NEET aspirant student death case in Bihar. Pappu Yadav was taken into custody by Patna police late Friday night in connection with a decades-old case from 1995. The charges, originally filed under the old Indian Penal Code, now fall under the contemporary Indian Penal Code, encompassing Sections 419, 420, 448, 468, 506, and 120B. Court proceedings had been ongoing, but the MP’s repeated absence led to his arrest. Rahul ...

Patna/Delhi: Prerna Bhardwaj, the Mayor of Gerrards Cross in Buckinghamshire, England, recently met with Union Minister Chirag Paswan. Her election as Mayor is not only a matter of pride for the Indian diaspora but also highlights the growing participation of Indians in British politics. Originally from Madhya Pradesh, Prerna Bhardwaj’s family settled in the UK years ago. She has built her education and professional career in Britain while maintaining a strong connection to her Indian roots. Her personality reflects a unique blend of Indian values and British administrative expertise. Following the meeting, Minister Paswan shared photographs of the interaction on X (formerly Twitter). First Indian-Origin Woman Mayor of Gerrards Cross Prerna Bhardwaj was elected Mayor by the Gerrar...

Patna: Purnia MP Pappu Yadav was arrested past midnight on Friday in a 32-year-old case. The MP has alleged that his detention is a consequence of his recent statements regarding the Patna Girls Hostel incident, calling it a premeditated act of retaliation. Claims of RetaliationPappu Yadav, taken into custody from his Mandiri residence, said the police action was not solely due to the decades-old case, but rather due to the revelations and public statements he made about the Patna Girls Hostel scandal. “I have been raising the voices of victims, and now there is an attempt to silence me. I fear for my safety,” he said. Following a deterioration in his health, he was shifted from IGIMS to PMCH for medical care. Patna Girls Hostel CaseOver the past month, Yadav had been speaking out ex...

Patna: Following his arrest in a 32-year-old case, Purnia MP Pappu Yadav’s health reportedly worsened, prompting authorities to shift him from IGIMS to PMCH. Supporters of the MP have alleged a conspiracy against him, while his legal team has raised questions over the procedural aspects of his arrest. His lawyers are expected to file a bail application during his court appearance today. Shift from IGIMS to PMCHAfter a high-voltage drama at his Patna residence late last night, police took Pappu Yadav into custody. Initially admitted to IGIMS, he was transferred to PMCH early this morning. At the time of arrest, the MP reportedly opposed the move, citing both the presence of police in civilian clothes and his fragile health. On social media, his private secretary claimed that Yadav was...

PATNA: In a dramatic late-night operation, Patna Police arrested MP Pappu Yadav in a case dating back 32 years. The action, led by City SP Bhanu Pratap Singh, involved a tense two-and-a-half-hour standoff with a large crowd of supporters at Yadav’s residence in North Mandiri. Despite the heavy resistance, the police successfully executed the arrest, making headlines once again for Bhanu Pratap Singh’s decisive leadership. The Arrest OperationAs MP Pappu Yadav arrived at his residence from the airport, officers from Gardanibagh Police Station arrived with a warrant. A crowd of supporters had gathered at his home, leading to a standoff that lasted approximately two-and-a-half hours. The operation required careful negotiation and strategy, but ultimately, Yadav had to leave with the police...