Bihar

Patna: Sushil Kumar Modi, former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, has long been recognized not only as a politician but also as a whistleblower who has actively exposed corruption. His efforts have been instrumental in bringing the Lalu Prasad Yadav family’s alleged illegal dealings, including the high-profile Land-for-Job scam, to the courtroom. Early Allegations and Motivation On 4 April 2017, Sushil Modi held his first press conference accusing Tej Pratap Yadav of irregularities in a ‘soil scam.’ At the time, the Bihar government issued a clean chit, but this marked the beginning of Modi’s detailed investigation into the alleged illegal assets of the Lalu family. A veteran in both politics and anti-corruption activism, Modi had previously played a key role in exposing the fodder sc...

Sitamarhi: With the Holi festival approaching, Indian Railways has announced special trains to ease travel for passengers traveling to Bihar from Delhi and Howrah (Kolkata). The Samastipur Railway Division has issued an official e-release regarding the service, which will operate via Sitamarhi Junction. Holi, celebrated across India, is observed with a unique fervor in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. Large numbers of people return to their hometowns to celebrate the festival, often traveling from distant cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. To manage the heavy passenger traffic and ensure a comfortable journey, Railways has introduced special Holi trains connecting Sitamarhi with major cities. Schedule of Holi Special Trains 1. Howrah – Raxaul Special via Sitamarhi: Train No. 0304...

Patna: In a rare display of judicial sensitivity, a 90-year-old defendant had his case heard by CBI Special Judge Avinash Kumar outside the courtroom in Patna. The elderly accused, Jay Narayan Singh of Jamui, was physically unable to walk into the court for his 15-year-old tractor loan fraud case. To ensure justice, the judge personally came out to Singh’s car, and the hearing continued there for 35 minutes. Court Proceedings Outside the Courtroom Jay Narayan Singh, accused of defrauding UCO Bank in 2011 using forged documents to secure a tractor loan of ₹4–5 lakh, could not physically enter the courtroom due to age and infirmity. Recognizing the defendant’s limitations, Judge Avinash Kumar overrode protocol and conducted the hearing at Singh’s vehicle. During the proceedings, the ju...

Bhiwadi/Motihari: A tragic factory explosion in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, has claimed the lives of seven laborers from Bihar’s East Champaran district, plunging seven families into grief. The blast occurred at an illegal firecracker factory, leaving relatives in shock and disbelief, unable to accept that their sons are no more. One of the most heartrending stories comes from Sikandar Paswan of Jharokhar town. Sikandar’s 17-year-old son, Mintu, was working in the factory at the time of the explosion. As news of the blast reached him, he ran frantically to the factory, witnessing the raging fire, repeatedly asking anyone passing by: “My son was here—has anyone seen him?” It was only late in the evening, after authorities confirmed Mintu’s death among the victims, that Sikandar and other pare...

Patna/Ara/Begusarai: The Bihar Board Matriculation Examination 2026 began on Tuesday, but the very first day witnessed massive chaos and dramatic scenes across several examination centres in Patna, Ara, and Begusarai. In shocking visuals, students were seen climbing boundary walls, jumping over gates, and pleading for entry, after arriving late at the centres. At many locations, the situation turned tense as candidates who missed the entry deadline created a ruckus outside the exam premises. Students Scale 10-Foot Wall at Patna’s Miller School In Patna, panic unfolded at Miller School examination centre, where several late-arriving students attempted to enter by scaling a nearly 10-foot-high boundary wall. However, despite their desperate efforts, police personnel deployed at the ...

Patna: Bihar’s former Chief Minister and the legendary “Jananayak” Karpoori Thakur is being remembered on his death anniversary today, as leaders across the country paid tribute to the Bharat Ratna awardee. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and several senior leaders offered heartfelt condolences, recalling Thakur’s extraordinary contribution to Bihar and Indian politics. However, beyond politics, Karpoori Thakur is still celebrated for something rare in public life — unshakable honesty, simplicity, and selfless dedication. Even after becoming Chief Minister twice, his lifestyle remained that of an ordinary citizen. His life was a symbol of clean politics and moral strength. So humble was his nature that even after holding the highest office in Bihar, there ...

Patna: In a significant and landmark ruling related to Bihar’s liquor prohibition law, the Patna High Court has clarified that a property cannot be sealed or confiscated merely because liquor is recovered from the premises or land. The court stated that confiscation proceedings can be initiated only if the direct involvement or connivance of the property owner in illegal liquor storage is clearly established. The judgment is being seen as a major relief for innocent property owners, especially in Bihar where prohibition-related cases have often led to allegations of misuse and false implication. Court Emphasises Proof of Owner’s Involvement The High Court made it clear that under the provisions of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, authorities cannot automatically seize a prope...

Sheohar (Bihar): In a horrifying incident that has shocked Bihar’s Sheohar district, a newlywed woman allegedly poured nearly five litres of boiling mustard oil on her husband while he was asleep, leaving him critically injured. The incident took place in Minapur Bagha village under the Piprahi police station area, barely 10 days after the couple’s marriage. The victim, identified as Mohammad Munna, is currently undergoing treatment at Shri Krishna Medical College and Hospital (SKMCH), Muzaffarpur, where doctors have described his condition as serious. Marriage Took Place on February 3 According to reports, Mohammad Munna got married on February 3, 2026, in a grand ceremony organised by his family. However, soon after the wedding, tensions reportedly began to surface inside the ho...

West Champaran (Bihar): In a rare and extraordinary incident from Bihar’s West Champaran district, three buffaloes displayed remarkable bravery by confronting a tiger to save their owner’s life. The fierce animals charged at the predator and injured it with their horns, forcing the tiger to flee into nearby bushes. The incident occurred in Sherwa Mandiha village under the Sahodra police station area, creating panic and fear among local residents. Tiger Attacked Youth Near Riverbank According to local sources, the incident took place on Monday morning. Upendra Kumar (23), son of Saheb Yadav, had taken his seven buffaloes for grazing. His younger brother Bhupendra stated that around 9:30 AM, Upendra was bathing the animals at the Pandai River ghat when a tiger, reportedly hiding in ...

Muzaffarpur (Bihar): In a striking example of judicial delay, a court in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district delivered its verdict after 33 long years in a case involving the alleged snatching of just ₹225. The case, registered in 1992, remained pending for more than three decades, making it one of the oldest cases in the concerned court. On Monday, the court of ACJM-I (West), Pankaj Kumar Tiwari, pronounced the final judgment and acquitted the three surviving accused due to insufficient evidence. The prosecution failed to establish the charges beyond doubt, leading to the release of the accused with honour. Case Registered in 1992 According to the case details, the complainant Naval Kishore Chaudhary, a resident of Kharauna Jairam village under the Kurhani police station area, filed a c...