Bihar

In a landmark development for wildlife conservation in Bihar, the state is poised to get its second Tiger Reserve after Valmiki Tiger Reserve in West Champaran. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has granted in-principle approval to declare the Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS) as a Tiger Reserve, paving the way for the return of tigers to the Vindhya hills. The announcement was made on Wednesday by Bihar’s Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Pramod Kumar Chandravanshi, who said that the proposal has been forwarded to the Central Government for final notification. Largest Wildlife Sanctuary in Bihar Spread across approximately 1,504 square kilometres, the Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary extends over Kaimur and Rohtas districts, making it the largest protecte...

In a major crackdown on job fraud, Patna Police have exposed a large fake recruitment racket operating in the name of the Patna Metro Rail Corporation (PMRC). The gang, which allegedly cheated thousands of job aspirants over the past two years, was running fake websites and aggressive digital campaigns to trap unemployed youths. Three accused, including the mastermind, have been arrested. According to police, the fraudsters ensured that their advertisements appeared at the top of Google search results when candidates searched for keywords such as “Patna Metro Jobs”. Lured by these links, aspirants unknowingly applied through fake portals, believing them to be official recruitment pages. Complaints Led to the Exposure The scam came to light after multiple complaints were lodged at ...

The year 2025 has come to an end, leaving behind deep scars on Muzaffarpur district, which remained in the spotlight throughout the year due to a series of tragic accidents, gruesome crimes, and heartbreaking incidents. From fatal road crashes and devastating fires to mass suicide and brutal crimes against children, these events not only rattled the district but also drew statewide and national attention. Madhubani New Bypass Accident Claims Five Lives One of the most tragic incidents of the year occurred on February 1, when a severe road accident on the Madhubani New Bypass four-lane road claimed the lives of five people. The victims were returning to Nepal after taking a holy dip at the Prayagraj Mahakumbh. Four members of the same family, along with the Scorpio driver, lost their ...

In a major success against left-wing extremism, security forces gunned down a dreaded Naxalite during a fierce encounter in Bihar’s Begusarai district late Wednesday night. The slain militant has been identified as Dayanand Malakar alias Daman, a notorious Naxalite area commander carrying a reward of ₹50,000 on his head. The encounter took place in the Bahiyar area of Nonpur village under the Teghra police station limits, where a joint team of the Special Task Force (STF) and Begusarai Police launched an operation based on specific intelligence inputs. Officials had received information that Malakar was hiding in the area and was allegedly planning a major subversive attack. According to police sources, as soon as the security forces cordoned off the area, the Naxalite opened indiscr...

A brazen daylight theft in Bihar’s Nawada district has sparked widespread discussion after CCTV footage captured two unidentified men stealing pomegranates from a fruit vendor’s cart and fleeing in an e-rickshaw. The incident took place at Vijay Market, a busy commercial area of Nawada. According to the victim, fruit seller Sintu Kumar, a carton containing 30 kilograms of pomegranates, worth approximately ₹3,000, was stolen from outside his stall. CCTV footage clearly shows two masked individuals arriving on an e-rickshaw. One of them swiftly lifts the carton of pomegranates from the cart, places it into the e-rickshaw, and the duo escapes within seconds. The entire act occurred in broad daylight, highlighting the growing audacity of petty criminals in crowded marketplaces. Follow...

Patna: Indrajeet Prasad Gupta, popularly known as IP Gupta, the MLA from Saharsa, Bihar, has emerged as one of the most talked-about figures in state politics. He defeated BJP heavyweight and former minister Alok Ranjan in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. Recently, he came under the media spotlight for a video featuring his sister-in-law, Pinky, which he shared in a lighthearted context. IP Gupta is now focusing on uniting the Tanti-Tatwa community across India. For this, he has taken charge of the All India Pan Federation, dissolving its existing committees to restructure and expand the organization nationwide. After making headlines by campaigning via helicopter in Bihar, he now plans to tour the country using charter planes to hold community meetings and rallies. Future Plans: N...

A tragic incident shook Bihar’s Gaya district, where an elderly woman and her two young grandchildren lost their lives due to suffocation after sleeping in a closed room with a burning brazier (angithi) to keep warm amid severe cold conditions. The incident occurred in Kurkihar village under the Wazirganj police station area. According to police, Meena Devi (60) slept in a room along with her grandson Sujeet Kumar (3) and granddaughter Anshu Kumari (5) on Tuesday night after lighting an angithi to escape the biting cold. Officials said the room’s door and windows were shut, causing toxic smoke to accumulate overnight. The three reportedly died of suffocation caused by inhaling smoke and carbon monoxide. Family members discovered the victims lying unconscious in the morning when th...

Patna: Tej Pratap Yadav, elder son of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav and president of the Jan Shakti Janata Dal, was rushed to Mediversal Hospital in Patna on Wednesday morning after experiencing a sudden health issue. Doctors at the hospital promptly attended to him, and after thorough examinations, he was discharged. Two Hours of Intensive Medical ExaminationAccording to sources, Yadav complained of severe abdominal pain. Around 11 AM on Wednesday, he arrived at the emergency ward of Mediversal Hospital in Kankarbagh. A specialized medical team immediately conducted a detailed check-up, including an ultrasound examination. Fortunately, after approximately two hours of intensive investigation, all reports came back normal. Interestingly, Yadav had visited the same hospital the previous ...

Gaya: In a shocking incident, approximately 1 kilogram of gold, valued at around ₹1.44 crore, was allegedly snatched by railway personnel tasked with ensuring passenger safety. The incident has put the focus on the Railway Protection Force (GRP) personnel stationed on the Gaya-Dhanbad rail section. According to reports, Shashwat, an employee of a bullion trading company based in West Bengal, was traveling by train to Jaipur for a gold delivery. Near Koderma station, four GRP personnel allegedly conducted a bag check under the pretext of security. Upon spotting gold biscuits in his possession, the personnel reportedly snatched the bag and threatened Shashwat, instructing him to return immediately to Howrah from Gaya Junction. Fearing for his safety, Shashwat complied and informed his emp...

Patna, Bihar: The Bihar administration has taken proactive measures to safeguard children as the state grapples with severe cold and dense fog. In response to the harsh weather conditions, the District Magistrate of Patna, Dr. Thyagarajan S.M., has directed that all schools up to Class 8 remain closed until 2 January 2026. Precautionary Measures for Young ChildrenThe order, effective from 31 December 2025, applies to both government and private schools. Along with schools, Anganwadi centers have also been instructed to remain closed. Officials emphasized that young children and the elderly are most vulnerable to extreme cold, and precautionary measures are essential to protect their health. Adjusted Timings for Higher ClassesTo ensure that academic activities continue for older stude...