Bihar

Patna, Bihar: In a shocking incident in the Bihar capital, two brothers were shot dead by assailants over a decades-old land dispute. The tragedy has left their father, Raj Kishor Prasad, grief-stricken as he recalls his last conversation with his sons, expressing the heartbreaking regret that if only they had heeded his advice, this day could have been avoided. Father Alleges Local Landowners Behind Killings The victims, 32-year-old Manish Kumar and 24-year-old Manjit Kumar, were residents of Shahpur in the Gopalpur police station area. Their father has accused local residents Krishna Rai and Prem Rai, along with their sons, of orchestrating the attack due to a long-standing dispute over land. According to him, the accused had previously threatened his family multiple times, but pri...

Gopalganj, Bihar: In a shocking and tragic incident from Gopalganj, Bihar, a young man allegedly murdered his own mother over a dispute of just ₹100. The incident occurred in Usri village under the Baikunthpur police station area. Police acted swiftly, arresting the accused along with the weapon used in the crime. Murder Over a Minor Amount According to reports, the accused, Bharosa Rawat, asked his mother for ₹100. When she refused, a heated argument ensued, escalating quickly. In a fit of rage, the son attacked his mother with a sharp weapon kept at home, killing her instantly. The horrifying scene left local villagers stunned. Police Response and Arrest Upon receiving information about the incident, the Baikunthpur police, led by SDPO-2 Rajesh Kumar, rushed to the scene, sec...

Patna, Feb 23, 2026: Bihar-cadre IPS officer M. Sunil Nayak, currently serving as Inspector General of the Fire Department, received temporary relief as the Andhra Pradesh Police’s attempt to arrest him in Patna was stayed by the High Court. The move came in connection with a 2021 case involving alleged assault and attempt to murder former MP K. Raghuram Krishna Raju. High Court InterventionEarly on Thursday, a special team from Andhra Pradesh Police arrived at Nayak’s residence in Patna around 6 a.m., intending to take him into custody under IPC Section 307 (Attempt to Murder). The team was preparing for his transit remand when the High Court, hearing Nayak’s plea, issued a stay on his arrest, preventing any immediate action. This brought a temporary reprieve for Nayak, while his resid...

Patna, February 23, 2026: A major development has sent ripples through the Bihar police establishment after a special team from the Andhra Pradesh Police arrived in Patna to arrest senior IPS officer M. Sunil Nayak, a 2005-batch officer of the Bihar cadre and currently serving as Inspector General (IG) in the state Fire Services Department. The team conducted an early morning operation at Nayak’s official residence located in the Shastri Nagar police station area of the city. The action follows the cancellation of his bail in a serious criminal case dating back to 2021. Allegations Linked to 2021 CID Posting The case pertains to events in 2021 when M. Sunil Nayak was on deputation with the Crime Investigation Department (CID) in Andhra Pradesh. He has been accused in connection wi...

Patna, February 23, 2026: In a chilling incident that has sent shockwaves across Bihar’s capital, two real brothers were gunned down in a hail of bullets outside a wedding reception in Shahpur village under the Gopalpur police station limits in Patna late Sunday night. The brutal double murder is suspected to be the fallout of a 40-year-old land dispute. The victims, Manish Kumar (32) and Manjeet Kumar (24), sons of Rajkishore Rai, were shot multiple times by unidentified assailants who were allegedly lying in wait outside the reception venue. Ambushed After Reception Dinner According to police sources, the incident occurred around 9:15 pm when the two brothers attended a neighbor’s reception ceremony. Witnesses said that an argument reportedly broke out during the event. Shortly ...

Patna: Bihar has once again claimed the top spot in India for providing free medicines to patients at government hospitals, surpassing Rajasthan. This achievement marks the 17th consecutive month that Bihar has led the nation in this critical healthcare service, reflecting the state’s strong commitment to public health. According to the monthly ranking released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Bihar scored 80.89 points in January 2026, overtaking Rajasthan, which scored 77.65, and Punjab at 71.31. Bihar first achieved the top rank in September 2024 with a score of 77.20 points. The rankings, published on the Drug and Vaccine Distribution Management System (DVDMS) Central Dashboard, evaluate states on the availability of essential medicines in government hospitals. How Bi...

Patna, Bihar: Bihar is set to get its first greenfield international airport in Sonpur, Saran district (near Chapra), with the state government approving ₹1,302 crore for land acquisition. Spread over 4,200 acres, the airport is expected to be operational by 2030 and will be capable of handling large aircraft such as the Airbus A380. Location and Land AcquisitionThe airport will be developed in the Dariyapur Chanvar area, located between Hajipur and Dumaria. The allocated land ensures ample space for future expansion and the construction of a world-class airport terminal. The project aims to bridge the connectivity gap between Patna and North Bihar, situated just across the Ganga River, where the development of sufficient bridges will further enhance accessibility. Why Sonpur Airport...

Patna, Bihar: With the 2026 Rajya Sabha elections approaching in Bihar, all five seats from the state are under focus. While the BJP and JDU have confirmed their candidates for four of the seats—two each—the fifth seat remains contentious. Speculation had been rife that Chirag Paswan’s mother, Reena Paswan, would contest the fifth seat. However, Chirag Paswan has now clarified that his mother will not be a candidate. Background Chirag Paswan dismissed the rumors regarding his mother’s candidacy, stating clearly in Patna that Reena Paswan will not contest the March Rajya Sabha elections. While he ruled out his mother’s participation, he did not comment on whether he or his party might stake a claim for the fifth seat. The speculation arose from previous arrangements during the 2025...