Bihar

Patna, Bihar: A controversial statement by a BJP MLA has sparked political uproar in Bihar following an incident in Parliament where Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury brought her dog to the premises. The remark, perceived as highly inappropriate, has drawn criticism from the opposition and prompted the Bihar State Women’s Commission to take notice. During an interview with a YouTuber, former minister and BJP MLA Pramod Kumar allegedly said: “Many women have a habit of sleeping with dogs for self-satisfaction. If you check videos on mobile, you will see many ladies do this. The dog becomes the center, and that is why Renuka Chowdhury brought hers along.” Opposition Reaction The statement immediately drew sharp criticism from the RJD. Party leaders questioned whether BJP and its lea...

Patna, Bihar: The historic Gandhi Maidan in Patna is abuzz with literary excitement as the 41st Patna Book Fair unfolds, offering readers a unique and unforgettable experience. Among the highlights is the world’s most expensive book, priced at an astonishing 15 crore INR, titled “I” by author Ratneshwar. A Journey Beyond the Mortal Realm Speaking to NBT Online, Ratneshwar described his spiritual journey: “During my 15-month forest retreat, I received divine wisdom in the presence of my spiritual guide, Lord Krishna. From faith to realization, and realization to unity with the supreme consciousness, I witnessed the cycles of light and darkness. Through these accumulated memories, I traveled across countless lifetimes, refining my being.” He revealed that he spent 21 days in a ...

Bihar’s higher education sector is gearing up for a major recruitment drive as more than 6,000 teaching posts are expected to be advertised soon. According to sources, the Bihar State University Service Commission (BSUSC) is likely to release notifications in early 2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Professors, Associate Professors, and Professors across various subjects. This move is expected to significantly boost faculty strength in the state’s universities and colleges, many of which have been grappling with acute teacher shortages. Large Number of Vacancies Sources indicate that in the 13 traditional universities of Bihar, over 5,000 Assistant Professor positions are currently vacant, largely due to a massive wave of retirements since 2020. Additionally, more than 1,000 hi...

A high-tension incident unfolded at the Gopalganj court premises on Friday when a minor girl climbed onto the roof of the multi-storey court building and began walking on the edge of the railing, creating panic among those present. Fearing a possible suicide attempt, police personnel deployed at the court acted swiftly and managed to rescue the girl safely. Witnesses said the girl reached the roof of the newly constructed court building and immediately climbed onto the railing. Her dangerous movement on the narrow edge caused chaos in the entire campus, with people shouting and urging her to step back to safety. Several onlookers recorded videos of the incident, which quickly went viral on social media, showing her walking perilously close to the edge. As the commotion intensified, p...

Nalanda, Bihar: In a significant operation aimed at dismantling an illegal arms trafficking network, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), in coordination with the Bihar Special Task Force (STF), conducted raids at multiple locations in Nalanda district on Thursday. The surprise operations caused a stir in local communities. Targeted Searches at Key Suspects’ Residences The joint investigative team focused on the homes of two major suspects: Mohammad Parvez in Gauragarh police jurisdiction and Raju Yadav in Moratalab village under Bhaganbigha police area. Both individuals had previously been implicated in illegal arms activities, and prior joint actions by the police and STF had led to the seizure of a large number of live cartridges from their premises. Focus on Documents and ...

Patna, Bihar: More than 12,000 mathematics and science teachers from classes 6 to 8 across Bihar successfully completed a five-day residential training program organized by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Bihar. Held in three phases between 17 November and 5 December, the program aimed to strengthen experiential and skill-based education in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Learning the CBSE Way The capacity-building program focused on developing Project-Based Learning (PBL) methodologies, encouraging experiential and inquiry-based classroom practices. Teachers were trained to design PBL-based lesson plans and were shown how this approach can address learning gaps identified by assessment bodies like PARAKH. Comprehensive Curriculu...

Nalanda, Bihar / Guwahati, Assam: In a meticulously planned operation, Bihar Police arrested a 40-year-old man wanted in connection with the murder of a 19-year-old girl in Samastipur district. The suspect, identified as Kumud Kumar alias Deepak, had fled Bihar and was hiding in Guwahati. Police laid a trap in the city for ten consecutive days before finally apprehending him with the help of local authorities. Details of the Crime According to police, Kumud Kumar allegedly shot and killed the victim, Gudia Kumari, after the girl opposed his romantic advances toward her elder sister. The incident occurred around 11 August, and he fled immediately afterward. During questioning, Kumud admitted:"I wanted to marry my girlfriend, but her family, particularly her younger sister Gudia, oppos...