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AIMIM Enters Bihar Rajya Sabha Race, Set to Field Its Own Candidate

19Feb

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AIMIM Enters Bihar Rajya Sabha Race, Set to Field Its Own Candidate

Patna, Bihar: In a strategic move that could complicate Bihar’s Rajya Sabha elections, Asaduddin Owaisi’s party, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), announced it will field its own candidate for one of the five seats up for grabs. The Bihar Assembly, which has 243 members, requires 41 votes to elect a Rajya Sabha member. Currently, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) holds 202 MLAs, enabling it to comfortably secure four seats. However, securing the fifth seat would require support from outside the alliance. The opposition, led by the Rashtriya Janata Dal within the Mahagathbandhan, holds 35 MLAs and would also need additional support to win a seat. AIMIM, which already has five MLAs in Bihar, along with one MLA from the Bahujan Samaj Party, is not aligned with any...

Bihar Makes Its Mark in Artificial Intelligence, Showcases Technological Prowess in Delhi

19Feb

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Bihar Makes Its Mark in Artificial Intelligence, Showcases Technological Prowess in Delhi

Bihar has once again demonstrated its technological capabilities, this time in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), with innovations aimed at improving governance and electoral processes. The state’s initiatives, showcased at the India AI Impact Expo 2026, have captured the attention of policymakers and technology experts from across the country. At Hall No. 5 of the Expo, the Bihar Pavilion displayed a collaboration between the Bihar State Election Commission, Bihar Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development (BIPARD), Gaya, and the Bihar GenNext Lab, presenting a vision of digital democracy and smart governance. Attending the launch were Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, Secretary, Ministry of Steel, Government of India, Sandeep Poundrik, and other senior officials. ...

At 72, Bihar’s ‘Love Guru’ Matuknath Choudhary Finds Romance Again

19Feb

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At 72, Bihar’s ‘Love Guru’ Matuknath Choudhary Finds Romance Again

Patna: Bihar’s famed “Love Guru,” retired Patna University professor Matuknath Choudhary, is once again in the news, this time for a new chapter in his love life. Known across India for his controversial romance with student Julie in 2006, Choudhary, now 72, has shared a story of budding affection with a mysterious woman he calls his “Janu.” A Curious Love ExchangeChoudhary posted on Facebook about a unique interaction with the woman, who expressed love for him—but on unusual terms. She asked him to read her literary works and provide detailed feedback, sparking a conversation about whether their connection was love or duty. Choudhary wrote, “I wondered, is this love or a duty? Love should be reciprocated naturally, not through a transaction. I told her I could not comply with such term...

Patna High Court Issues Notice to Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar, 42 MLAs Under Scrutiny

19Feb

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Patna High Court Issues Notice to Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar, 42 MLAs Under Scrutiny

Patna: In a significant political development, the Patna High Court has issued notices to Bihar Assembly Speaker Dr. Prem Kumar and 41 other MLAs, seeking their responses in a petition alleging false information in election affidavits. Both ruling and opposition party legislators are included among the total 42 MLAs, with Energy Minister Vijendra Prasad Yadav also among those summoned. Court Seeks ResponsesThe notice was issued in response to a petition claiming irregularities and misleading information in the election affidavits submitted by the legislators during the Bihar Assembly elections. The High Court has directed all 42 MLAs to respond within the stipulated time, emphasizing the seriousness of the case. The development has created a stir in Bihar’s political corridors. List ...

Bihar Declared Naxal-Free After Decades of Insurgency: How the Red Terror Ended

19Feb

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Bihar Declared Naxal-Free After Decades of Insurgency: How the Red Terror Ended

Patna: Bihar, once gripped by the fear of Naxal insurgency, has officially been declared Naxal-free in 2026. During the 1980s and 1990s, entire districts in the state were under the shadow of armed Naxalite groups. Residents avoided going out after dusk, and even the police hesitated to enter areas where Naxals ran parallel administrations. Today, Bihar celebrates a new dawn, free from decades of ‘Red Terror’. The End of an EraThe final chapter of this violent period came to a close in Munger when hardcore Naxal Suresh Koda, alias Mustaqeem, with a reward of ₹3 lakh on his head, surrendered to security forces. Koda’s surrender marks not just the capitulation of a criminal, but the symbolic end of nearly five decades of Naxal insurgency in Bihar. Origins of Naxalism in BiharNaxalism i...

Sitamarhi DM Cancels Arms Licences of Influential Men After Rifle-Waving Incident

19Feb

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Sitamarhi DM Cancels Arms Licences of Influential Men After Rifle-Waving Incident

Sitamarhi: In a strong administrative crackdown against the misuse of licensed firearms, Sitamarhi District Magistrate Richi Pandey has cancelled the arms licences of two influential individuals accused of openly displaying weapons and creating fear among the public. The action has gained significant attention across the district, as such strict measures against powerful individuals are rarely seen. Officials stated that the decision was taken following a detailed report submitted by Sitamarhi Superintendent of Police Amit Ranjan. Former Minister’s Nephew Faces Major Action One of the licence holders whose firearm permit has been cancelled is Shadab Ahmad Khan, a resident of Mehsaul Chowk in Sitamarhi city. Khan is the nephew of late Mohammad Shahid Ali Khan, a former Cabinet Mini...

Bihar Congress Expels Chhatrapati Yadav and Anand Madhav for Six Years Over Anti-Party Activities

19Feb

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Bihar Congress Expels Chhatrapati Yadav and Anand Madhav for Six Years Over Anti-Party Activities

Patna: The internal turmoil within the Bihar unit of the Indian National Congress continues after the party’s poor performance in the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025. In a major disciplinary move, the Congress has expelled two senior leaders—Chhatrapati Yadav and Anand Madhav—from the party for a period of six years. The action has reportedly been taken for allegedly indulging in anti-party activities, issuing repeated statements against the party leadership, and making serious allegations that were seen as damaging to the organisation’s image and discipline. Congress Confirms Disciplinary Action The expulsion was confirmed on Wednesday by Rajesh Rathore, President of the Bihar Congress Media Department. He stated that the decision was taken by the State Disciplinary Committee due t...

Solver Gang Busted in Bihar Board Matric Exam 2026, Two ‘Engines’ Caught in Banka

19Feb

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Solver Gang Busted in Bihar Board Matric Exam 2026, Two ‘Engines’ Caught in Banka

Banka (Bihar): A major case of cheating has surfaced during the ongoing Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) Matric Examination 2026, where a solver racket was exposed in Banka district. The incident came to light on the second day of the Class 10 examinations, raising serious concerns over malpractice despite strict vigilance. According to officials, the accused students had arranged ‘engines’—a local term used for impersonators who appear in place of original candidates—to attempt the Mathematics examination. Shockingly, investigators found that this was not an organized gang operation, but rather students themselves had managed to arrange solvers for their benefit. Math Exam Deal Fixed for ₹10,000 During routine checking, invigilators caught two impersonators at different exam...

Microsoft to Invest $50 Billion to Reduce Global AI Inequality, Announces President

19Feb

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Microsoft to Invest $50 Billion to Reduce Global AI Inequality, Announces President

New Delhi: At the ongoing AI India Impact Summit, major global technology initiatives were unveiled, focusing on expanding artificial intelligence adoption worldwide. Among the key announcements, Microsoft revealed plans to invest $50 billion by the end of the decade to reduce AI inequality between the Global North and Global South. Bridging the Global AI GapMicrosoft President Brad Smith and Chief Responsible AI Officer Natasha Crampton highlighted that AI adoption in the Global South is currently about half the pace of the Global North, and this gap continues to widen. They warned that without timely interventions, AI could exacerbate existing global economic inequalities. Investment Focus AreasThe $50 billion commitment will be directed toward five key areas: Digital infrastru...

Bihar Rajya Sabha Elections 2026: Fifth Seat Could Depend on Owaisi’s Party

19Feb

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Bihar Rajya Sabha Elections 2026: Fifth Seat Could Depend on Owaisi’s Party

Patna: With the Election Commission announcing the schedule for elections to five Rajya Sabha seats from Bihar, political maneuvering has intensified. The ruling NDA has begun strong lobbying for tickets, while opposition RJD faces a tough task in securing even one seat. Currently, of the five seats up for election, three are held by the NDA and two by RJD. NDA is widely expected to retain four seats, but the fifth seat could be contested fiercely depending on the arithmetic of votes in the Assembly. According to the EC notification, nomination filing will begin on 26 February, with voting scheduled for 16 March. NDA Stronghold: Two Seats Secure for JD(U) Of the five seats, two belong to Janata Dal (United), led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The incumbents, Ramnath Thakur, son o...