Bihar

Nawada, Bihar: Senior BJP legislator Anil Singh, four-time MLA from Hisua, has openly revolted against the UGC Equity Regulations 2026, criticizing the central government and the Education Ministry while remaining part of the ruling party. Singh joined youth protests in Nawada, raising concerns that the bill discriminates against students and teachers from the general category. Speaking to the media, Singh asserted, “This bill unfairly favors SC, ST, and OBC communities while leaving general category students and teachers vulnerable. I stand fully with the general category, and I will continue to protest on the streets until justice is done.” ‘Bill is one-sided, blackmail risk rises’The legislator termed the notification issued on 15 January 2026 as “one-sided.” He highlighted that w...

Patna: The Bihar Congress is witnessing intense factionalism and internal strife, with senior leaders openly trading barbs. The latest flashpoint has emerged between former minister Shakeel Ahmed and Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee President Rajesh Ram, highlighting growing tensions within the party. Rajesh Ram has accused Shakeel Ahmed of being someone who seeks positions without undergoing genuine political struggle. In response, Ahmed pointed out that Ram’s political career is largely built on the legacy of his father, Dilkeshwar Ram. The unrest comes in the wake of the Congress party’s crushing defeat in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, which not only shook the patience of senior leaders but also intensified intra-party rivalries. Observers note that the party’s internal disci...

Samastipur: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday arrived in Samastipur as part of his ongoing ‘Samridhi Yatra’. During the visit, he inaugurated and laid the foundation for various development projects worth over ₹800 crore, aimed at accelerating the district’s growth. As part of the visit, CM Kumar inaugurated the newly constructed building at the Government Engineering College and oversaw several key developmental initiatives across the district. Following the inauguration, popularly known as ‘Sushasan Babu’, inspected the stalls of Jeevika and other departments, interacting with officials and beneficiaries. The visit marks the second phase of the Samridhi Yatra, which will conclude later today. Through these initiatives, the state government aims to strengthen infrastruct...