Bihar

In a swift anti-corruption action in Bihar’s Nalanda district, a local government employee was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of ₹4,500 while allegedly harassing a farmer over land mutation procedures. Employee Arrested by Vigilance Team The vigilance department arrested Sanjay Kumar, a Halka employee posted at the Karaiparsurai Sub-Division Office, on Thursday. Sanjay Kumar had demanded a total bribe of ₹5,000 from complainant Ramesh Kumar of Salem Pur village to process the mutation (land transfer) for 1.5 kathas of his land. The first installment of ₹500 had already been paid on Wednesday. Following this, Ramesh Kumar lodged a written complaint at the Patna Vigilance Office, prompting a planned sting operation. Caught Red-Handed Near Diwan Village Acting on the compl...

In a significant move to strengthen Bihar’s administrative framework, the state government has partnered with the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bodh Gaya, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the Chief Minister Fellowship initiative. The agreement aims to enhance transparency, promote innovative approaches in governance, and build administrative capacity across the state. Key Highlights of the MoU The MoU, finalized in a meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Pratyay Amrit, allows for the deployment of highly qualified and experienced subject-matter experts at various administrative levels across Bihar for a period of two years. Selected fellows will assist government departments in policy formulation and implementation. Each fellow will receive a fixed monthly ho...

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana continues to dominate the political narrative in the state. Marketed by both the state government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “government-backed guarantee,” the scheme’s impact has gone far beyond election season. A Post-Election Message to the Opposition While the Opposition labelled the scheme as a “poll gimmick,” Nitish Kumar chose the perfect moment to respond. After securing victory in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, the Chief Minister released the fourth instalment of the scheme on 28 November, sending a clear political message: The scheme is not an election stunt. Women are not required to return the money after the elections. The government will stand by every beneficiary even beyond ...

Patna: In a major boost to women’s economic empowerment, the Bihar government is set to deliver another big surprise under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana. On 28 November, a financial assistance of ₹10,000 each will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of 10 lakh women associated with Jeevika groups across the state. According to officials, the beneficiaries include 9.5 lakh women from rural areas and 50,000 from urban regions, all registered under various Jeevika self-help groups. With this fresh installment, the scheme continues to touch new milestones—over 1.40 crore women in Bihar have already received the ₹10,000 assistance under the programme. ₹10,000 Transfer to Hit Accounts on Friday Under the scheme, the government had invited applications through both onl...

Rohtas, Bihar: In a significant operation in Rohtas district, Bihar Police conducted a raid at the notorious red-light area of Bardiha village, Nasriganj, rescuing 17 girls and arresting three accused. Operation Uncovers Dark SecretsThe raid, conducted on Wednesday, was based on a tip-off regarding minor girls being trafficked from other states for orchestral dance performances and other immoral activities. ASP Sanket Kumar, Assistant Superintendent of Police, Bikramganj, confirmed the rescue operation and stated that the girls were initially examined and sent to the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) for detailed investigation. They will subsequently be placed in the Mohnia Child Correction Home for safety and rehabilitation. Accused Named and Confessions MadeThree local residents—Mamta ...

Patna, Bihar: Patna Metro is set to extend its services to Malahi Pakdi, offering a much-needed relief for commuters battling the city’s long traffic jams. Work on other metro routes is also progressing rapidly, ensuring faster completion of the overall project. Priority Corridor Nearing CompletionThe priority corridor of the Patna Metro Rail project has entered its final stages. Three stations—Bhootnath, Zero Mile, and Patliputra ISBT—are already fully operational, while civil works on the remaining sections are moving swiftly. During a high-level review meeting, Abhay Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Urban Development and Housing Department (UDHD) and Managing Director of Patna Metro Rail Corporation Limited (PMRCL), stated, “The project is progressing efficiently, and metro services ...

Patna, Bihar: Farmers in Bihar who suffered crop damage due to the Cyclone Montha and untimely rains in October are set to receive government compensation. The announcement comes as a major relief for the affected farmers. Agriculture Minister Ramkripal Yadav Announces ReliefOn Wednesday, Agriculture Minister Ramkripal Yadav stated that farmers in 12 districts whose farmland was damaged by heavy rainfall, floods, or the Montha cyclone will receive agricultural input subsidies based on the type and quality of their land. These subsidies will be provided at three different rates according to the extent of damage. According to a government release, crop damage surveys and assessments have been completed in 39 blocks and 397 panchayats across the affected districts. Minister Yadav confir...

Patna, Bihar: Even after 48 hours of investigation, Patna police have been unable to identify the mastermind behind the murder of property dealer Asharfi Rai (55). The case has taken a dramatic turn as the crowd at the scene killed the two assailants on the spot, leaving police without key leads. The Shooting IncidentThe incident occurred near Gardanibag, where Asharfi Rai was shot multiple times by two attackers. Minutes after the attack, local residents and Rai’s family members caught the fleeing gunmen, later identified as Praveen alias Rohan Kumar (37) of Kumhar Toli, Kankarbagh, and Vijay Kumar (37) of Yarpur. Both were beaten to death by the crowd immediately. Police recovered a pistol, a revolver, and five live cartridges from the scene. Arrest of Asharfi’s SonIn a dramatic tw...

Saharsa, Bihar: In a shocking incident, Rakesh Roshan (45), branch manager of IDBI Bank, was found dead at his residence in New Colony, Saharsa, having allegedly committed suicide. The discovery came when family members arrived and found the door locked, prompting them to alert authorities. Rakesh, who was home alone as his wife and children were attending a wedding in Godda, Jharkhand, was found hanging from a ceiling fan with his face covered. Reports indicate that he had been dead for 12–18 hours before being discovered. A suicide note recovered from his room reportedly cited pressures from work and family. Personal BackgroundRakesh had married Pooja, a resident of Dhamdaha in Purnia district, in a love marriage. Pooja had previously been married to Santosh Thakur of Katihar, who ...