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UGC Guidelines Stir Political Storm in Bihar: NDA Government Faces “Trial by Fire”

30Jan

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UGC Guidelines Stir Political Storm in Bihar: NDA Government Faces “Trial by Fire”

Patna, Bihar: The introduction of the University Grants Commission (UGC) 2026 guidelines has sparked a heated political debate in Bihar, with opposition parties preparing to corner the NDA government led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar during the upcoming Assembly session. The budget session, beginning on 2 February, is expected to serve as a litmus test for the ruling coalition amid rising dissent over the new UGC directives. A Mandal-Like Divide? The new guidelines have once again highlighted social divisions in the state. Supporters argue that the directives are a progressive step toward social justice, ensuring that higher educational institutions curb caste-based discrimination. They are expected to particularly benefit students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), ...

“I Won’t Let You Stay in Patna!” Thugs Threaten Sub-Inspector’s Family, Assault Brother

30Jan

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“I Won’t Let You Stay in Patna!” Thugs Threaten Sub-Inspector’s Family, Assault Brother

Patna, Bihar: In a brazen attack challenging law and order as well as women’s safety, miscreants in Patna allegedly targeted the daughter of a police officer, subjecting her to harassment and abuse in broad daylight. The incident occurred in the Samanpura area of Rajabazar, leaving the family in shock and fear. Assault and Threats The victim, a bank employee posted in Boring Road, Patna, is the daughter of a Sub-Inspector stationed in Bhagalpur. According to reports, when she resisted the harassment, the culprits assaulted her brother who came to her defense. Shockingly, the attackers issued explicit threats to abduct both mother and daughter or force them out of Patna, even in the presence of police officers on site. “The miscreants have been following and harassing me for severa...

From Saraisa to Samastipur: The Fascinating History of Bihar’s Historic City

30Jan

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From Saraisa to Samastipur: The Fascinating History of Bihar’s Historic City

Samastipur, Bihar: Every city carries the rhythm of its own history, and Samastipur is no exception. With time, cities evolve—not just in infrastructure and culture, but often in name as well. The town now known as Samastipur was originally called Saraisa, with some sources suggesting its ancient name was Somvati, which later became Somvastipur, Samvastipur, and eventually Samastipur. Historical Roots Samastipur’s roots trace back to the Mithila kingdom under King Janak, whose dominion included present-day Samastipur. Following the end of the Videha dynasty, the region became part of the Licchavi republic and later came under the expansive empires of Magadh—Maurya, Shunga, Kanva, and Gupta dynasties. Chinese traveler Xuanzang’s accounts suggest that the region also fell under Emperor...

Upendra Kushwaha’s Party Set for Major Reshuffle; Alok Singh Likely to Be Appointed Bihar State President

30Jan

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Upendra Kushwaha’s Party Set for Major Reshuffle; Alok Singh Likely to Be Appointed Bihar State President

Patna, Bihar: Bihar’s political landscape is witnessing significant changes within the Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) as party supremo Upendra Kushwaha prepares for a major organizational reshuffle. In an effort to ease internal dissent and restore confidence among party legislators, Kushwaha is expected to announce Dinara MLA Alok Singh as the new Bihar state president during a press conference at Maurya Hotel, Patna, at 1:30 PM today. Ending Internal Discord Sources indicate that recent tensions within the party, fueled by disagreements over leadership decisions, have prompted the move. Senior leader Madhav Anand and MLA Alok Singh reportedly met Kushwaha in Patna to discuss the way forward. Following deliberations, it was decided that Alok Singh would take charge of the party’s state ...

Nitish Kumar Deepens Trust with ‘Half the Population’, Silences Opposition — Will Prashant Kishor Quit Politics Now?

30Jan

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Nitish Kumar Deepens Trust with ‘Half the Population’, Silences Opposition — Will Prashant Kishor Quit Politics Now?

Patna:Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has delivered a decisive political message by strengthening his long-standing commitment to women empowerment — a move that has not only reinforced the confidence of the state’s “half the population” but also effectively cornered the opposition. During both phases of the ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, one theme consistently dominated the Chief Minister’s speeches — the welfare, dignity and economic independence of women. That focus has now translated into a major cabinet decision. Cabinet Clears ₹2 Lakh Support Under Women Employment Scheme In a crucial cabinet meeting chaired by Nitish Kumar, the Bihar government approved financial assistance of up to ₹2 lakh for beneficiaries under the Chief Minister Women Employment S...

Sperm DNA, CCTV, Google Location — Yet the Culprit Remains at Large in Patna Girls’ Hostel Case

30Jan

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Sperm DNA, CCTV, Google Location — Yet the Culprit Remains at Large in Patna Girls’ Hostel Case

Patna:Despite crucial forensic and digital evidence, the mystery surrounding the death of a NEET aspirant at Shambhu Girls’ Hostel in Patna continues to deepen, with the prime accused still evading arrest. The case took a dramatic turn after the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) confirmed the presence of sperm traces on the victim’s clothes, strengthening suspicions of sexual assault and triggering widespread outrage. In response to the seriousness of the case, Patna Police has expanded the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to 50 members, including senior IPS officers and experts from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Six Suspects Detained, Intensive Questioning Underway Police have taken six individuals into custody, all reportedly close associates of hostel owner Ma...

“12–13 Trains Are Not Enough for Bihar”: Jitan Ram Manjhi Flags Rail Crisis Ahead of Union Budget

30Jan

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“12–13 Trains Are Not Enough for Bihar”: Jitan Ram Manjhi Flags Rail Crisis Ahead of Union Budget

Patna:Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, Union Minister and Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) patron Jitan Ram Manjhi has raised serious concerns over the acute shortage of trains between Delhi and Bihar, calling the existing arrangements inadequate for the massive passenger load on the route. In a post on social media platform X, Manjhi said that the 12–13 trains currently operating between New Delhi and Bihar are insufficient to cater to the needs of lakhs of passengers who travel regularly between the two regions. Overcrowding at New Delhi Station Raises Alarm Sharing his personal experience, the senior leader said he witnessed unprecedented crowding at New Delhi Railway Station during his journey to Prayagraj, which prompted him to flag the issue publicly. “While travelling from D...

“The 10 Per Cent Will Always Prevail”: RJD Spokesperson Sarika Paswan Slams UGC Regulation as Election Gimmick

30Jan

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“The 10 Per Cent Will Always Prevail”: RJD Spokesperson Sarika Paswan Slams UGC Regulation as Election Gimmick

Patna:The political storm over the UGC Promotion of Equity Regulation 2026 intensified on Thursday after Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) spokesperson Sarika Paswan launched a fierce attack on the BJP-led central government, calling the regulation a “deliberate election gimmick” aimed at misleading Dalits and backward communities. Reacting sharply to the Supreme Court’s stay on the regulation, Paswan accused the Modi government of surrendering before what she described as the country’s “dominant 10 per cent elite class.” “This outcome was inevitable. In this country, economic, social and political power still rests with a privileged 10 per cent, and the government ultimately bows before them,” she said. ‘A Bill Meant to Mislead the Marginalised’ Terming the UGC regulation a “well-p...

BJP Unfazed, RJD Provoked: How the UGC Equity Regulation Has Become a Key Issue Ahead of UP and Bengal Elections

30Jan

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BJP Unfazed, RJD Provoked: How the UGC Equity Regulation Has Become a Key Issue Ahead of UP and Bengal Elections

Patna:The Supreme Court’s decision to stay the implementation of the University Grants Commission’s Promotion of Equity Regulation 2026 has sharply escalated political tensions in Bihar, turning an academic policy into a major ideological and electoral battleground ahead of the upcoming Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal assembly elections. While opposition parties, particularly the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), have termed the regulation an “election gimmick” of the Centre, leaders of the ruling NDA have welcomed judicial intervention, calling it necessary to preserve social harmony and cultural unity. Over the past two days, protests against the regulation have continued in Patna, further intensifying the political atmosphere. Political Crossfire Over UGC Rules RJD leaders launched ...

Shocking Incident in Bihar: Funeral Held on Road After Cremation Path Blocked, Vaishali Erupts in Protest

30Jan

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Shocking Incident in Bihar: Funeral Held on Road After Cremation Path Blocked, Vaishali Erupts in Protest

Hajipur (Vaishali):In a deeply disturbing incident reflecting extreme social insensitivity, a Mahadalit woman’s body was cremated on a public road after villagers were prevented from taking the funeral procession to the cremation ground in Bihar’s Vaishali district. The incident occurred in Goraul police station area, where the death of elderly woman Jhapsee Devi, a resident of Sondho village, triggered massive public outrage and chaos. Cremation Path Allegedly Blocked According to the victim’s family, the traditional route leading from the village to the cremation ground has been illegally encroached upon by private landowners. As a result, funeral processions from the Mahadalit settlement are repeatedly obstructed. When Jhapsee Devi passed away, villagers carrying her body to...