Bihar

Patna:In a major relief for citizens, the Bihar government is set to roll out a fully digital land records system from January 1, 2026, eliminating the need for repeated visits to Circle Officer (CO) and block offices for land-related documents. From the new year, residents will be able to download legally valid, digitally signed land documents from their homes using a mobile phone or computer. The initiative, to be launched through the state’s official land records portal, is aimed at simplifying revenue services, saving time and money, and curbing corruption. End of Delays and Paperwork Until now, obtaining copies of land documents often took 7 to 14 days, involving multiple office visits, stamp duties, administrative fees, and extensive paperwork. The process was not only time-...

Motihari, Bihar: The Motihari police in East Champaran have initiated a strict crackdown on 18 notorious criminals who went absconding after being granted bail. Superintendent of Police (SP) Swarn Prabhat has made the list public and announced rewards for information leading to their arrest. Details of the Wanted ListThe SP clarified, “All accused are named in serious criminal cases across various police jurisdictions. Despite being granted bail, they failed to appear in court or report to the police, continuously challenging law and order. Following court orders, non-bailable warrants, public notices, and seizure actions have now been intensified against them.” The 18 criminals hail from multiple police stations, including Harsiddhi, Govindganj, Kundwa Chainpur, Madhuban, Chakia, Su...

Patna, Bihar: The proposal to rename Bakhtiyarpur railway station to “Shilabhadra Yaji Nagar” has been gathering momentum for years, but political hesitation has stalled its progress. The issue resurfaced recently in the context of Nalanda University, historical debates about Bakhtiyar Khilji, and demands to honor local freedom fighters and scholars. Historical Background:In July 2005, during Bihar’s President’s Rule, then-Governor Buta Singh sent a proposal to Railways Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav recommending renaming Bakhtiyarpur railway station after Shilabhadra Yaji, a prominent scholar born in Bakhtiyarpur and associate of Subhas Chandra Bose. Similarly, the Ara railway station was proposed to be renamed after Akali Devi, a freedom fighter and associate of Mahatma Gandhi. The propos...

Patna: Bihar’s Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh recently spoke exclusively with Navbharat Times Digital, revealing her plans and ambitions to transform sports infrastructure in the state. A trained shooter herself, Minister Singh emphasized improving facilities and opportunities for athletes, ensuring they no longer need to travel outside Bihar for training. Boosting Sports Infrastructure in Bihar:When asked about the proposed Water Sports Academy in Banka, Singh explained that the aim is to provide world-class training within Bihar itself. “Bihar has immense talent. Our goal is to develop the academy in phases so that it eventually becomes a national-level training center. Just as Rajgir hosts international hockey events, Banka will also emerge as a hub for water sports,” she said. A ...

Patna: The bitter defeat of the Mahagathbandhan in the Bihar Assembly elections has brought internal rifts within the Lalu family into the spotlight. Tej Pratap Yadav, leader of the Jan Shakti Janata Dal, launched a sharp attack on his younger brother Tejashwi Yadav, who led the coalition. Tej Pratap Targets TejashwiSpeaking after the electoral setback, Tej Pratap said, “Those who abandon Dharma will lose. Those who walk with Krishna will win; those who leave Krishna will lose.” Tej Pratap has previously likened himself to Krishna and Tejashwi to Arjun, indicating his spiritual guidance role. No Return to RJDWhen asked about rejoining the RJD, Tej Pratap laughed and said, “How can we? We have already sworn on the Bhagavad Gita. With our faith in Krishna and Dharma, returning to RJD i...

A massive manhunt is underway in Gopalganj following a high-profile theft at Thave Durga Temple, Bihar, but the stolen gold necklace and crown remain untraced. Police have arrested two suspects so far and recovered fragments of the temple crown. Authorities have now released a photograph of the third suspect and announced a reward for information leading to his capture. Third Suspect IdentifiedThe wanted suspect has been identified as Sharif Alam, a resident of Ward No. 28, Arar Mod, Gopalganj town. Police are appealing to the public to provide any information regarding his whereabouts, assuring confidentiality and a reward for valuable tips. Intensive Search OperationsThe Gopalganj police, assisted by a special team from Patna, have conducted intensive raids across areas surrounding...

Patna / Munger: In a major breakthrough in Bihar’s fight against Left-Wing Extremism, three notorious and reward-carrying Maoists—Narayan Koda, Bahadur Koda and Vinod Koda—surrendered before the Bihar Police on Sunday in Munger district. The surrender took place during a formal ceremony held at a college ground in Haveli Kharagpur, in the presence of Bihar Director General of Police (DGP) Vinay Kumar. Two of the surrendered Maoists were carrying a government reward of ₹3 lakh each, and all three had been absconding for years with multiple criminal cases registered against them across several districts. Security agencies had been tracking their movements for a long time. Profiles of the Surrendered Maoists Narayan Koda:Narayan Koda was a Zonal Commander of the People’s Liberation G...

Patna: The steady hum of motorcycles has become one of the most familiar sounds on Patna’s streets. But this is not the sound of convenience or progress—it is the sound of pressure. Thousands of young delivery riders are racing against a digital countdown, where every passing second determines their income, safety, and dignity. As online shopping expands rapidly across India, including in tier-2 cities like Patna, the promise of “10-minute delivery” is being marketed as innovation. Behind this promise, however, lies a harsh and often invisible reality. Riders are not taking risks by choice, but out of sheer compulsion, driven by algorithm-controlled systems that punish delay and reward speed at any cost. This model was recently described in Parliament by AAP MP Raghav Chadha as a for...

Patna, Bihar: In a shocking discovery, Bihar Police have seized a large cache of illegal weapons from the residence of a Home Guard personnel in Patna. The operation, codenamed “Operation Cache,” revealed that the father of the Home Guard, Nawal Kishore Sharma, was using the weapons to intimidate villagers and maintain dominance in the area. According to SSP Kartikey Sharma, police received credible information that Nawal Kishore Sharma, a resident of Barah village under Ranitalab Police Station in the Paliganj sub-division, had accumulated a significant arsenal at his home. Acting on this information, authorities conducted a detailed verification before launching a raid. Raid Uncovers Extensive ArsenalUnder the supervision of City SP (West) Bhanupratap Singh and led by Ranitalab pol...