Bihar

In a major relief for daily and short-distance passengers, Indian Railways has announced a 3 per cent discount on unreserved (general) tickets booked through digital platforms. The incentive, introduced by the East Central Railway (ECR), will remain effective until July 14, aiming to promote cashless transactions and hassle-free travel. According to ECR Chief Public Relations Officer Saraswati Chandra, passengers booking unreserved tickets via the RailOne mobile application will be eligible for the discount. The tickets can be purchased using multiple digital payment options, including UPI, debit cards, credit cards, and net banking. “The objective of this initiative is to encourage digital payments and ensure convenient ticket booking for passengers, especially those traveling short...

Patna: The Meteorological Department has issued the latest weather update for Bihar. According to forecasts, dense fog is expected in the mornings over the next seven days, while daytime temperatures will provide slight relief from the cold. Nights, however, will continue to experience chilling cold and thick fog, affecting visibility and railway services. Currently, northwesterly cold winds across Bihar have weakened, bringing some respite from the severe cold. The emergence of bright sunshine during the day has raised temperatures across the state. Nevertheless, mornings and evenings remain cold, with dense fog affecting several districts and causing delays in train operations. In Gopalganj and Bagha, heavy fog early in the morning forced drivers to operate vehicles with headlights on...

Patna: Speculation had been rife in Bihar about the possible return of former JD(U) national president RCP Singh to the party. However, another senior minister close to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has now rejected the idea, following earlier comments by Union Minister Lalan Singh. RCP Singh had recently hinted that he had never truly left JD(U), sparking discussions about his political comeback. But Bihar Minister Shravan Kumar dismissed the possibility, saying, “The party does not need leaders of this kind.” He pointed out that until recently, RCP Singh had described Nitish Kumar as ineffective and had challenged the political relevance of JD(U). Shravan Kumar further remarked, “RCP Singh had gone to another party, and its leaders were even saying they would quit politics if JD(U) s...

Patna: In a sensational revelation, authorities have uncovered a network smuggling drugs such as smack and marijuana inside Beur Jail, Patna. The method used by the accused has left the police astonished. Beur police recently busted a gang involved in supplying drugs within the jail premises. Four individuals have been arrested, and a significant quantity of marijuana, other contraband, and cash has been recovered. According to police, inmate Vikki Kumar was the key link in the supply chain, distributing drugs brought from outside to other prisoners. Vikki Kumar has over 12 criminal cases registered against him. Drugs Supplied from Inside the JailInvestigations revealed that the gang operated as an organized syndicate, sourcing narcotics from Patna and nearby areas for supply within ...

Patna, Bihar: In a major crackdown on crime in Patna district, SSP Kartikey Sharma has launched a strict campaign against notorious criminals. The initiative, approved by IG Jitendra Rana, includes a list of the city’s top 10 most wanted offenders. The police announced a reward of ₹25,000 for information leading to the capture of each of these criminals, all of whom have been evading arrest for years. Many of them have been underground since 2015–16, consistently challenging law enforcement and hindering efforts to maintain law and order. Crimes and Charges According to police officials, these criminals are wanted in multiple cases, including murder, robbery, dacoity, snatching, and offenses under the Arms Act, registered at various police stations across Patna. Despite solid evid...

Chhapra, Bihar: During the “Samriddhi Yatra” in Chhapra, Member of Parliament Rajiv Pratap Rudy praised the remarkable transformation of Bihar in the presence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Highlighting improvements in roads, bridges, and the electricity sector, Rudy shared his personal experience of the state’s enhanced connectivity. Rudy recalled, “There was a time when my mother used to take seven hours to travel from Patna to our village. Last night, I left my home in Delhi at 8:15 PM and reached Amnaur, my village, by 12:10 AM.” He emphasized that the streamlined infrastructure, including Patna’s modern airport and improved roadways, has drastically reduced travel time, providing a tangible example of Bihar’s development. Welcoming the JEEVIKA workers warmly, Rudy credited the ...

Patna: The Food and Consumer Protection Department of Bihar has issued a major warning for ration card holders. Approximately 5.22 million beneficiaries across 38 districts of the state could have their names removed from the Public Distribution System (PDS) list due to failed Aadhaar verification or discrepancies in their data. This action follows a detailed audit of ration card records aimed at ensuring transparency and curbing fraudulent claims. Aadhaar Seeding Failures Trigger ExclusionBihar had set a target to link Aadhaar with 67.4 million PDS beneficiaries. So far, about 59.2 million cards have successfully completed verification. However, a significant number of records remain inconsistent or incorrect. The department has now initiated the process to remove those beneficiaries w...