Bihar

Patna: In a horrifying incident in Gopalpur, Patna, a 17-year-old schoolgirl was set on fire by Aditya Kumar, the son of a local councillor, after she refused to talk to him. The girl succumbed to her injuries after six days of treatment at NMCH, highlighting serious concerns about women’s safety and the abuse of power by influential families. The accused is currently at large, and police are conducting extensive raids to apprehend him. The incident occurred on the evening of 17 January in Bairia village under the Gopalpur police jurisdiction. The girl, a Class 10 student, was returning home with her father’s hard-earned wages when Aditya reportedly blocked her path and insisted she talk to him. When she refused, a heated argument ensued, and the accused poured petrol on her and set her...

Patna: The mysterious death of a NEET student residing at Shambhu Girls Hostel in Patna has taken a new turn. The student’s family has alleged that doctors concealed the actual illness during treatment and later claimed her death was due to a drug overdose. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is now probing the matter, reviewing viral meningitis reports, CCTV footage, and the role of private hospitals involved in her treatment. Timeline of Events The student was found unconscious on January 6, 2026, and was subsequently treated in three private hospitals. Despite medical care, she succumbed on January 11, 2026. According to her family, doctors initially diagnosed viral meningitis and brain clotting, but after her death, the hospitals claimed a drug overdose as the cause. This conflict...

Chhapra, Bihar: On the occasion of National Girl Child Day on 24th January, we bring you the inspiring story of a father and his seven daughters from Ekma in Saran district, Bihar. Kamal Singh, a humble flour mill owner, has defied societal stereotypes and economic limitations to raise seven daughters who are now making their mark in various uniformed services. Locally, the girls are affectionately known as the “Seven Singh Sisters.” A Father’s DeterminationDespite facing societal pressure and financial constraints, Kamal Singh was determined that his daughters would be educated, independent, and self-reliant. Rising at 4 a.m. and supervising their studies and physical training till 11 p.m., he personally ensured their growth, instilling discipline and confidence. His efforts have paid ...

Bagaha, Bihar: In a shocking turn of events, two young individuals who had gone missing five months ago in Bagaha, West Champaran district, were found dead, their skeletons hanging from a tree in a forested area near Madanpur in the Valmiki Tiger Reserve. The discovery has sent shockwaves through the local community. The police, along with the Forensic Science Team and Forest Department officials, reached the site immediately after receiving information. Items recovered from the scene included clothes, footwear, a mobile phone, and a suicide note kept in a plastic bag. Based on evidence and local inquiries, the skeletons have been identified as 20-year-old Akhilesh Yadav, son of Heerman Yadav, and a local girl who had been studying in fifth grade. Akhilesh had completed his intermediate...

Patna, Bihar: Born on January 24, 1924, in Pitaunjhia village (now Karpuri Gram) of Samastipur district, Karpuri Thakur rose from the Musahar community to become the voice of Bihar’s marginalized. Overcoming poverty and caste discrimination, he dedicated his life to the cause of Dalits, backward classes, and the oppressed, laying the foundation for social justice that resonates to this day. Early Life: Struggles and Education Karpuri Thakur’s family was socially, educationally, and politically disadvantaged in the caste-stratified society of pre-independence India. As a child, he would stand outside the grand havelis of landlords, listening attentively to the lessons being taught to children inside. Through sheer determination, he gained knowledge and became one of the few from his v...

Hajipur, Bihar: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is visiting Vaishali district today as part of the concluding day of the first phase of his Samriddhi Yatra. The visit holds significance both in terms of development and environmental conservation. During his stay, the CM will inspect the newly constructed Government Medical College in Mahua and review the beautification work at Baba Bateshwar Nath Dham, among other key projects. Over approximately three hours, the Chief Minister will hold review meetings with administrative officials and directly interact with the public through a mass gathering. Security arrangements have been strengthened for the visit, with two special helipads established in Mahua to facilitate the CM’s transit. Residents of Vaishali will also receive several gi...