Bihar

Patna, January 14, 2026: At a festive Dahi-Chura feast hosted at former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav’s residence, RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav was seen in his signature authoritative yet playful style, giving instructions with subtle gestures while guests and family members followed his lead. Despite sitting quietly, Lalu directed the caterers, jokingly instructing them to serve Litti-Halwa and ensuring the media got to eat first. His elder son Tej Pratap was quick to respond to every instruction, reflecting the typical “super boss” aura Lalu is known for. Guests and journalists alike were entertained by his humorous yet commanding demeanor. Tej Pratap Confidently Interacts with Media Before Lalu’s arrival, Tej Pratap interacted confidently with journalists. Responding to a qu...

Patna: Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Lalu Prasad Yadav, who had expelled his elder son Tej Pratap Yadav from the party and distanced himself from him, made a surprising visit to his son’s home on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. Tej Pratap’s traditional dahi-chura (curd and flattened rice) feast, graced by his father’s presence, has sparked speculation of a possible family reconciliation within Bihar’s political landscape. The Makar Sankranti celebration turned out to be both emotionally and politically significant for the Yadav family this year. Tej Pratap personally invited his father, mother, and younger brother to the feast, also extending invitations to the Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, and other prominent leaders. The Controversy That Starte...

Patna: On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, the Janata Dal (United) celebrated the festival in traditional style with a grand Dahi-Chura feast in Patna. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar attended the event held at the residence of MLA Ratnesh Sada in Gardanibagh. The feast featured a special assortment of dahi-chura from different districts of Bihar, creating both a cultural and political spectacle. A Gathering of JDU Stalwarts The event saw the presence of several senior JDU leaders. National Executive President Sanjay Kumar Jha, Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, State President Umesh Kushwaha, former minister Shyam Rajak, and numerous MLAs and councilors participated. Patna Mayor Sita Sahu and National General Secretary Manish Verma were also present. The gathering highlighted both the part...

Vaishali (Bihar): A shocking incident at Lalganj railway station in Vaishali has highlighted the lingering fear of local strongmen in Bihar. In a video that has gone viral, the station master is seen threatening a group of young men, claiming that he is the nephew of infamous gangster-turned-politician Munna Shukla. In the 42-second clip, Station Master Manoj Kumar, dressed in a jacket and cap, is seen using abusive language and intimidating the youths. He says, “Do you know who we are? We are Munna Shukla’s nephew. We will tear you apart. Don’t try to challenge us. I’m explaining this to you very politely. Understand?” Even when one youth mentions that his house is near Munna Shukla’s residence, the officer continues to assert his authority aggressively. The Dispute Began Over Reckl...

Patna: IIT Patna has kicked off its 2026 placement season with a bang, setting new records in salary packages and global recognition. Among the highlights, two students received an annual package of ₹1.17 crore from Google, while 19 students secured lucrative offers from top tech firms. The institute also recorded a 17% increase in its average package, reflecting growing industry trust and academic excellence. Google Leads the Placement Bonanza This year, Google emerged as the most sought-after recruiter at IIT Patna, offering positions to 19 students. Two exceptionally talented 19-year-olds received a remarkable ₹1.17 crore annual salary. The institute’s global outreach is evident, with four students securing international roles in Japan. Surge in Average Packages According to...

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has long held a special place for political “yatras” (mass outreach journeys) in his strategy. From the landmark 2005 ‘Nyay Yatra’ to today’s ‘Samriddhi Yatra’ commencing on January 16, these journeys are more than mere publicity tours—they are a powerful tool to gauge public sentiment and anticipate opposition waves. The Turning Point: 2005 Nyay YatraNitish Kumar’s affinity for yatras began in February 2005, during a period of political instability in Bihar. The state had a hung assembly, followed by President’s rule, which Nitish termed a “death of democracy.” To connect directly with the people, he launched the historic Nyay Yatra. The yatra had a magical impact, helping the NDA, backed by Nitish, secure a landslide victory in the subsequent e...

Begusarai, Jan 14:A woman and a young man in Bihar faced serious consequences after filming a dance reel on railway tracks. The video, recorded at Lakhminiya Station on the Barauni-Katihar rail section, came to light on January 12 and prompted immediate action by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) for endangering lives and violating railway safety rules. The Dangerous Reel The video showed the woman dancing with a young man directly on the railway tracks while another man filmed the reel. The footage was handed over to the Begusarai RPF after it was first received by the Sonpur Control Safety unit. Identifying the Accused Following an investigation, the RPF identified the dancers as Aruna Devi alias Ruby Kumari, wife of Gorelal Mahto from Husaena Diyara, and 23-year-old Gaurav ...