Bihar

Patna: The CBI’s chargesheet in the high-profile Land-for-Jobs scam has unveiled startling details about retired IAS officer RK Mahajan, once the personal secretary (PS) to then Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav. Three former General Managers—V.K. Manglik, Pradeep Kumar, and Girish Bhatnagar—have turned approvers in the case, providing crucial testimony on Mahajan’s involvement in facilitating irregular appointments. According to the chargesheet, Mahajan allegedly orchestrated appointments through the MR Cell, the Railway Minister’s office, by sending candidates’ applications via train post. One envelope, marked “From Mahajan,” contained six applications, which Mahajan personally instructed officials to process. Manglik confirmed the instructions over telephone, recognizing his own han...

Darbhanga, Bihar:In a major and historic development for the youth of Mithilanchal, Maithili language is set to be included in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). The announcement was made by BJP Member of Parliament from Darbhanga, Dr. Gopal Jee Thakur, who described the move as a landmark achievement for lakhs of Maithili-speaking students. Dr. Thakur stated that the long-pending effort to include Maithili in CTET has now reached its decisive stage, with the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) approving the proposal in its recent meeting. Once implemented, Maithili-speaking candidates will be able to appear for CTET in their mother tongue, significantly improving access and opportunities. Proposal Passed in NCTE Meeting The Darbhanga MP confirmed that the prop...

Patna, Bihar:Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav added fresh heat to the state’s political climate on Wednesday as his much-discussed dahi-chura feast turned into a major political show of strength. Leaders cutting across party lines—including Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sinha—attended the event, making it one of the most politically symbolic gatherings in recent times. Buoyed by the success of the event, Tej Pratap capped the day with a grand fireworks display, celebrating what he described as a politically significant and personally satisfying moment. A Feast That Drew Power from Both Sides Tej Pratap had personally invited a wide spectrum of political heavyweights, from the Chief Minister and Governor to ministe...

Patna: After a month of bone-chilling cold that forced residents to stay tucked in their beds, Bihar is finally seeing a respite. Sunshine over the past four days in Patna, Aurangabad, Gaya, and several other districts has brought relief, though a persistent chill still lingers indoors during the afternoons. According to the latest update from the Meteorological Department, the state’s minimum temperatures ranged between 7°C and 12°C. Aurangabad recorded the lowest at 7°C, while Forbesganj experienced the highest minimum of 12°C. 7-Day Forecast by Patna Meteorological Centre The Patna Meteorological Centre issued its latest update on Wednesday afternoon, predicting dry weather across the state for the next seven days. Moderate to dense fog is expected in many areas over this perio...

Patna, Bihar:After a disappointing debut in the Bihar Assembly elections last year, Prashant Kishore’s Jan Suraj Party is refusing to concede defeat and is actively restructuring its organisation to strengthen its grassroots base. The party has emphasised that it now needs committed leaders and dedicated workers, learning lessons from past mistakes. In a major step towards internal reform, Jan Suraj dissolved all its internal committees in November 2025, replacing nominated members with elected representatives to ensure democratic functioning down to the booth level. According to party leadership, this move aims to eliminate the culture of top-down appointments and foster accountability among leaders. Resignations Shake the Party Despite these efforts, the party has faced a wave o...

Patna, January 14, 2026: After months of tension within Bihar’s most prominent political family, signs of reconciliation are emerging. The icy relationship between Lalu Prasad Yadav’s sons appears to be thawing, highlighted by the recent ‘Chura-Dahi’ feast hosted by Tej Pratap Yadav. The family feud had intensified when decisions by the elder son went viral on social media, reportedly over a personal matter, leading Lalu Yadav to suspend Tej Pratap from the party for six years. However, the traditional Chura-Dahi feast — a symbolic gesture of celebration and unity — provided an opportunity to mend ties. During the event, Lalu Yadav, wearing dark sunglasses following eye surgery, struggled in the sunlight. In a touching gesture, Tej Pratap shielded his father’s face with a towel, an a...

Patna: Former minister and Janta Shakti Party president Tej Pratap Yadav hosted a grand Dahi-Chura feast on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, which saw the attendance of several senior political figures from Bihar. The highlight of the event was the presence of Lalu Prasad Yadav, who personally visited his elder son’s residence to bless him and celebrate the occasion. However, the absence of his younger brother, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, became a talking point. When asked about it, Tej Pratap, in his trademark humorous style, remarked that his younger brother “wakes up a little late.” Despite being personally invited to the event at Rabri Devi’s residence, Tejashwi did not attend as of the time of reporting. ‘Teju Bhaiya’s Feast Is Bound to Be a Superhit’Throughout the celebration, T...