Bihar

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...

Patna, Bihar: Mysterious screams near the MLC residence in Patna’s R-Block have left legislators puzzled and alarmed. During a session of the Bihar Legislative Council, Congress MLC Sameer Kumar Singh raised concerns about eerie sounds heard in the mornings and late at night around the MLC housing complex. While some speculated about paranormal activity, Singh attributed the noises to frequent and severe road accidents in the area. ‘Death Zone’ Around MLC Residence Speaking in the council, MLC Sameer Kumar Singh said the alarming cries are heard every two to four days near the residence. Investigations often reveal that these sounds coincide with fatal or serious road accidents. Singh pointed to negligence and flawed DPRs (Detailed Project Reports) by the Road Construction Department...

Muzaffarpur, Bihar: A shocking incident of child abuse has come to light from a busy area in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, where a mother subjected her young daughter to severe physical punishment. A video of the incident, which has gone viral on social media, has reignited public debate over child protection, domestic violence, and societal responsibility. According to eyewitnesses, the woman filled her daughter’s school bag with heavy bricks as a form of punishment. When the girl began crying on the street, the mother grabbed her by the hair and continued to assault her. Passersby intervened and rescued the child, but the video captured the mother’s cruel behavior, sparking outrage in the local community. Brutal Punishment Caught on Camera The footage shows the mother verbally abusing and...

Jehanabad, Bihar: A minor dispute over smoking a cigarette turned violent in Jehanabad, Bihar, when a man was shot by two locals after being asked not to smoke. The incident occurred in Tulshipur village of Makhdumpur, leaving the victim seriously injured. According to reports, the altercation began Saturday night when Vimlesh Yadav was smoking near the home of 22-year-old Putush Yadav. When Putush asked him not to smoke, a heated argument ensued. The next afternoon, the dispute escalated dramatically. Vimlesh, along with his cousin Montu alias Vicky, allegedly chased Putush and opened fire at him near Shripur. Putush sustained gunshot wounds to his hand and leg and was referred to Magadh Medical College for treatment. Angry villagers quickly intervened, catching the fleeing accused ...