Bihar

Patna: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin arrived in Patna on Monday for the first time after taking charge of the party’s top post. He received a grand welcome from BJP leaders and workers, with the party organising a special felicitation ceremony at Bapu Auditorium in the state capital. Nitin Nabin is scheduled to participate in the Bihar Legislative Assembly’s Budget Session on Tuesday, February 10. According to sources, he is likely to reach the Assembly during the second half of the day, possibly around 2 PM. Bankipur MLA to Mark Presence in Budget Session Nitin Nabin continues to serve as the MLA from Bankipur constituency in Patna, and therefore his participation in the Budget Session will be in his capacity as a sitting legislator. His presence has...

Patna: The Bihar government has decided to initiate an inquiry into the whereabouts of Pakistani nationals who visited the state on religious trips between 1995 and 2015, after it was revealed that district administrations have no clear record of their movements or return. Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Choudhary informed the Bihar Assembly on Monday that a total of 173 foreign nationals visited Bihar for religious purposes during the 20-year period, of which 167 were from Pakistan. The remaining visitors reportedly came from the United Kingdom, Russia, and Uzbekistan. While the government claimed that all visitors returned to their respective countries, it admitted that district-level authorities do not have specific information regarding the Pakistani visitors. The ...

Patna: The Bihar government has decided to investigate the potential criminal involvement of foreign tourists visiting the state. Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary made this announcement in response to a question raised by BJP MLA Mithilesh Tiwari during the ongoing budget session of the Bihar Assembly. During the session on Monday, BJP MLA Mithilesh Tiwari highlighted instances where foreign visitors on religious tours appeared to suddenly amass wealth. In his question, he asked how foreign tourists are identified and verified during their visits. Concerns Raised by BJP MLAMLA Tiwari asked whether photographs are taken when tourists arrive and depart, expressing concerns that some visitors, under the guise of religious tourism, were acquiring luxurious propert...

Bihar’s government has taken a significant step to boost the income of farmers by promoting Makhana (fox nut) and marigold cultivation. With the rising demand for these crops, the government aims not only to create new employment opportunities but also to enhance farmers’ earnings. Nitish Government Unlocks Funds for Makhana and Marigold Cultivation Darbhanga: In a move to increase farmers’ income and encourage cash crops beyond traditional farming, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s government has prepared a master plan to expand Makhana and marigold cultivation. The state has released a list of districts selected under the Makhana and Marigold Development Plans. While the Makhana Development Plan covers 10 districts, the Marigold Development Plan extends to 29 districts across the...

Patna, Bihar: A political storm erupted in Bihar when Jan Shakti Janata Dal (JSJD) leader Tej Pratap Yadav reacted sharply to the news of Anushka Yadav becoming a mother. Claiming that the child was not his and that he had no personal relationship with Anushka, Tej Pratap publicly named five individuals he accused of conspiring against him, referring to them as “Jaychands.” The five individuals named are: Mukesh Roshan, Sanjay Yadav, Shakti Singh Yadav, Sunil Singh, and Rameez Khan. Who Are They? Mukesh Roshan: MLA from Mahua constituency in Vaishali district, representing the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). He defeated Tej Pratap in the 2025 Bihar elections and is a trained dentist from Patna’s Buddha Institute of Dental Sciences. Sanjay Yadav: RJD’s trusted strategist and Rajya ...

Patna, Feb 9, 2026: The Bihar government is considering using MP and MLA funds for fencing and securing cemeteries across the state, Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary indicated during the 2026 budget session of the Bihar Assembly. Responding to a starred question by MLA Sarwar Alam, Chaudhary said that fencing work for cemeteries could now be funded directly through legislators’ development funds. The issue was raised in the Assembly amid opposition protests, as members sought to highlight the government’s inaction over the past several years. Nine-Year Gap in Review:MLA Sarwar Alam drew attention to the fact that in Kishanganj and Kochadhaman, no meetings regarding cemetery fencing had been held in the last nine years, despite the sensitive nature of the issue...

Patna, Feb 9, 2026: The issue of women police barracks not being constructed in Bihar has come under sharp scrutiny in the state assembly. BJP MLA Jivesh Mishra raised the matter during a session, highlighting the inaction despite the state government’s initiatives to improve facilities for women police personnel. Responding in the assembly, Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted into the officials whose negligence delayed the construction of women’s police barracks. He further stated that those found responsible will face disciplinary action. Additionally, the minister confirmed that the dilapidated conditions of the Jale and Singhwara police stations will also be reviewed. Assembly Spotlight on Home Minister:...