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Nitish Kumar Bets on Development Through ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, Targets RJD by Reviving Memories of ‘Jungle Raj’

30Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Bets on Development Through ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, Targets RJD by Reviving Memories of ‘Jungle Raj’

Patna/Samastipur:Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, during his ongoing Samriddhi Yatra, made a calculated political and developmental push in Samastipur — a district long considered a stronghold of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). The visit witnessed a strategic blend of development announcements and sharp political messaging, as the Chief Minister attempted to breach the opposition’s entrenched base using what party insiders describe as his “Chanakya-style strategy.” While presenting a roadmap of infrastructure growth, Nitish Kumar simultaneously invoked memories of the pre-2005 era — often referred to as “Jungle Raj” — to draw a clear contrast between his governance and the previous RJD-led regimes. Massive Development Push Laying the foundation of his campaign on development, the Chie...

Tradition Turned Upside Down in Bihar: Bride Arrives at Lover’s Home with Her Own Wedding Procession

30Jan

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Bihar, State

Tradition Turned Upside Down in Bihar: Bride Arrives at Lover’s Home with Her Own Wedding Procession

Banka (Bihar):In a rare and remarkable incident that has challenged long-standing social traditions, a bride in Bihar’s Banka district arrived at her lover’s home with her own wedding procession, reversing the age-old custom in which the groom traditionally leads the baraat. The unusual wedding took place in Virnaudha village under Shambhuganj block, and has since become a subject of widespread discussion across the region. A Love Story Years in the Making The groom, Shivam Kumar, a resident of Virnaudha village, and the bride, Rani Kumari, from English Khanpur village in Sultanpur block of Bhagalpur district, had been in a relationship for several years. Both wished to formalize their relationship through marriage and had repeatedly attempted to secure the consent of their famili...

Bihar Draws ‘Lakshman Rekha’ for Government Employees: Strict Social Media Conduct Rules Enforced

30Jan

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Bihar, State

Bihar Draws ‘Lakshman Rekha’ for Government Employees: Strict Social Media Conduct Rules Enforced

Patna:The Bihar government has laid down a strict “Lakshman Rekha” for its employees regarding the use of social media. Under the newly approved Bihar Government Servants Conduct (Amendment) Rules, 2026, state employees have been directed to exercise extreme caution while using digital platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and LinkedIn. The amended rules were approved in the state cabinet meeting held on Thursday and have come into force with immediate effect across Bihar. Addressing a press conference at the Information Bhawan, Additional Chief Secretary of the General Administration Department, Dr. B. Rajendra, said that social media usage has not been banned, but must strictly adhere to nearly 18 prescribed conduct guidelines. Violation Will Inv...

100-Metre ‘Bahubali’ Steel Bridge Completed in Ahmedabad for Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

29Jan

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Gujarat, State

100-Metre ‘Bahubali’ Steel Bridge Completed in Ahmedabad for Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

Ahmedabad:The construction of India’s first high-speed rail corridor has achieved another major milestone with the successful installation of a massive 100-metre-long steel bridge in Ahmedabad district, officials of the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) said on Thursday. Built under the Make in India initiative, the giant structure — often referred to as the project’s “Bahubali” steel bridge — weighs approximately 1,098 metric tonnes and has been installed at a height of over 16 metres, making it one of the most challenging engineering feats of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train project. According to NHSRCL, this bridge is the 13th steel bridge completed in Gujarat out of a total of 17 steel bridges planned in the state for the high-speed corridor. Redesigned to...

Alleged Medical Negligence at Banda Medical College Costs Five-Year-Old Girl Her Leg

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Alleged Medical Negligence at Banda Medical College Costs Five-Year-Old Girl Her Leg

Banda, Uttar Pradesh:In a deeply disturbing case of alleged medical negligence, a five-year-old girl from Banda district has reportedly lost her leg following improper treatment at Rani Durgavati Medical College, triggering widespread concern and an official investigation. The victim, Manvi, daughter of Anil Kumar, a resident of Padai village, sustained a fracture after falling from the roof of her house on December 23, 2025. She was immediately taken to Rani Durgavati Medical College for treatment. The family has alleged that an orthopaedic doctor applied an excessively tight plaster on the child’s injured leg, which severely affected blood circulation. According to the family, due to restricted blood flow, the child’s condition gradually worsened and serious infection set in. Despi...

Two Deaths by Suicide Shock Karnataka’s Davanagere After Woman Elopes With Lover

29Jan

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Karnataka, State

Two Deaths by Suicide Shock Karnataka’s Davanagere After Woman Elopes With Lover

Bengaluru / Davanagere:A tragic chain of events unfolded in Karnataka’s Davanagere district, where a newly married man allegedly died by suicide after his wife eloped with her lover. Deeply distressed by the incident, the man who had arranged the marriage also took his own life, police officials said on Wednesday. According to the police, the first victim, Harish (30), a resident of Gummanur village, had married Saraswathi nearly three months ago. The marriage was arranged by Rudresh (36), a resident of Anagondu and a relative of the woman. Investigators said that Saraswathi left her matrimonial home on the pretext of visiting a temple but later fled with her alleged lover, Kumar. When Harish came to know about the incident, he reportedly wrote a suicide note and ended his life. I...

Codeine Syrup Racket Busted in Uttar Pradesh’s Basti; Mastermind Arrested, ₹9 Lakh Seized

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Codeine Syrup Racket Busted in Uttar Pradesh’s Basti; Mastermind Arrested, ₹9 Lakh Seized

Basti, Uttar Pradesh:In a major crackdown on illegal drug trafficking, the Basti Police have unearthed a large-scale codeine syrup supply network and arrested its alleged mastermind, identified as Pankaj Kumar. According to police officials, the accused was operating the illegal trade under the name of a registered firm, Ganpati Pharma, which was being used as a front to distribute codeine-based cough syrup to several medical stores across the district. The arrest was made by the Sadar Kotwali Police following a tip-off. Pankaj Kumar was apprehended from Hadiya Chauraha, officials confirmed. During the investigation, police discovered that although Ganpati Pharma was officially registered, no such medical shop was functioning at the address mentioned in Rahmatganj locality. When t...

Two Naxalites Killed in Encounter with Security Forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur; AK-47 and Explosives Recovered

29Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Two Naxalites Killed in Encounter with Security Forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur; AK-47 and Explosives Recovered

Bijapur, Chhattisgarh:In a major success against Left-Wing Extremism, security forces on Thursday killed two armed Naxalites during an encounter in the forested region of Bijapur district, police officials said. The exchange of fire took place early Thursday morning when a team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) launched a search operation based on intelligence inputs about the presence of armed Maoists in the southern part of the district. According to officials, the firing began around 7 a.m. after the Naxalites attempted to attack the security personnel. The security forces retaliated, leading to a fierce gun battle in which two Maoists were neutralized. From the encounter site, the bodies of the slain Naxalites were recovered along with one AK-47 rifle, one 9mm pistol, other wea...

Radha-Krishna Idols Recovered: Dehli Village in Raebareli Celebrates with Grand Welcome

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Radha-Krishna Idols Recovered: Dehli Village in Raebareli Celebrates with Grand Welcome

Raebareli, UP: A wave of joy and devotion swept through Dehli village in Raebareli district as stolen idols of Radha and Krishna were recovered and returned to the local temple. Villagers welcomed the idols with music, flower garlands, and chants of “Radhe-Radhe” and “Jai Shri Krishna.” The idols, made of an alloy of brass and bronze, had been stolen on the night of 23 January from the village temple in the Shivgarh police jurisdiction. The next morning, the temple priest, Ganga Prasad, discovered the broken lock and empty sanctum, leaving the villagers shocked and saddened. The theft had struck a deep emotional chord in the community. Following a formal complaint, the Shivgarh police registered a case and launched an investigation. Villagers also began searching for the idols indepe...

Shahjahanpur Husband Murder: Wife Allegedly Kills Husband with Nephew’s Help

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Shahjahanpur Husband Murder: Wife Allegedly Kills Husband with Nephew’s Help

Shahjahanpur, UP: In a shocking incident from Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, a husband was brutally murdered, allegedly by his wife in collusion with her nephew. The case, which also involves a long-standing extramarital affair, has left the local community stunned. The victim, 30-year-old Balram, lived with his wife and four children in Bhatpura Chandu. On Thursday morning, Balram’s brother visited the house to check on him before work. Balram’s wife came out in tears. When his brother entered the home, he found Balram lying on a charpai (cot) with his throat slashed. The brother immediately accused the wife of orchestrating the murder. History of Elopements and AffairAccording to family members, Balram’s wife had been involved in a relationship with her husband’s nephew for nearly tw...