Bihar

Patna: Gandhian philosophy forms the cornerstone of Nitish Kumar’s politics. His commitment to preserving the memory of Mahatma Gandhi in Champaran is evident through unprecedented efforts, including the restoration of the historic Bhitiharwa Ashram school—a true tribute to the Father of the Nation. By reviving Gandhi’s legacy, Nitish Kumar has effectively introduced the new generation to Gandhi’s ideals and his contribution to Bihar. Bhitiharwa: A Gandhian Landmark Champaran holds a special place in the history of Gandhian movements. It was here that Mahatma Gandhi first launched his experiment with the Satyagraha movement. While many leaders have claimed to follow Gandhian principles, few have undertaken the work Nitish Kumar has in preserving Gandhi’s memory in Champaran. During t...

Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) national president Chirag Paswan hosted his annual Chura-Dahi (flattened rice and yogurt) feast this Makar Sankranti, and the event turned out to be a political spectacle in its own right. The attendance “strike rate” was impressive — those who were supposed to attend came, and those who weren’t inclined stayed away. NDA Leaders Shine at the FeastAmong the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies, most prominent leaders, both at the national and state levels, were present. The event also highlighted Chirag Paswan’s growing stature in Bihar politics. Attendees included Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, BJP executive president Nitin Nabin, state president Sanjay Sarawagi, former state minister Dilip Jaiswal, central ministers Nityan...

Patna: Bihar is set to take a giant leap in the field of nuclear energy, promising a brighter and more self-reliant future for the state. Initial surveys for nuclear power plants in the districts of Banka, Nawada, and Siwan have been completed under the Central Government’s Small Modular Reactor (SMR) initiative. Following reports from NPCIL and NTPC, construction preparations are moving forward, with work expected to commence in the financial year 2027-28. The survey, conducted after Energy Minister Manohar Lal Khattar’s announcement in June 2025, examined potential sites for nuclear plants in the three districts. The initiative is expected not only to make Bihar more energy self-sufficient but also to boost industrial growth across the state. Work is now progressing towards the Detail...

Muzaffarpur, Bihar: A grim discovery in Ahiyapur has left residents of Muzaffarpur stunned. The bodies of a woman and three children were found floating in a local river, raising fears of foul play or possible suicide. The incident occurred near the Ahiyapur police jurisdiction, where locals first noticed the bodies and alerted authorities. Crowds quickly gathered at the riverbank, shocked by the horrifying sight. Villagers suspect that the four may have been murdered and their bodies dumped in the river. Upon receiving the report, police rushed to the scene, retrieved the bodies, and initiated a formal investigation. The motive and circumstances surrounding this tragic event remain unclear, as authorities work to piece together whether it was an act of murder or suicide. The case...

Patna: A shocking murder case in Patna’s Janipur area has come to light, where a husband allegedly hired assassins to kill his wife for ₹25 lakh over suspicions of extramarital affairs. The police arrested Subodh Sharma within 48 hours after using technical and forensic evidence to solve the case. The victim, Mala Devi, a resident of Pali, Jehanabad district, was shot dead on 11 January in Gajwak Mohammadpur. Initially, the case appeared mysterious, but police investigations revealed that her husband orchestrated the crime due to long-standing domestic tensions and disputes. Suspicion of Extramarital Affair Leads to MurderPatna City Superintendent of Police (West), Bhanu Pratap Singh, said that investigations revealed Mala Devi was allegedly involved in personal and financial dealing...

Katihar, Bihar: Panic erupted in Katihar after a licensed pistol, deposited at a local police station during the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, mysteriously went missing. Superintendent of Police (SP) Shikhar Chaudhary has taken swift action, suspending Station In-Charge Anand Kumar and initiating a departmental inquiry against three other officers over the serious lapse. Pistol Missing from Police VaultDuring the elections, the police administration had collected licensed firearms from citizens under strict security protocols to ensure peaceful polling. Chandrashekhar Singh had deposited his licensed pistol at the assistant police station in Katihar as per Election Commission guidelines. However, when he approached the station to retrieve it after voting and counting were complete, he ...