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Darbhanga, Bihar: The city of Darbhanga is reeling after the brutal rape and murder of a six-year-old girl, which has sparked widespread outrage and violent protests. Following the tragic incident, police have arrested six youths accused of rioting, while FIRs have been filed against 43 named individuals and 50 unidentified persons for causing public disorder and damaging property. The heinous crime occurred on Saturday night in the University Police Station area, where the child was sexually assaulted and murdered. The main accused, Vikas Mahto, has been sent to judicial custody. However, violent demonstrations erupted across the city on Sunday, including road blockages and arson, prompting authorities to bring in additional forces from Madhubani district to restore order. Police Ac...

Begusarai, Bihar: In a sensational case from Begusarai, a farmer was shot dead in broad daylight, raising shock and fear in the community. The victim, identified as 45-year-old Bhushan Singh of Kaithma village, was attacked while collecting fodder for cattle near his fields on Monday evening. Police reports suggest the crime is linked to a single woman—his first wife, Sunita Devi, who is now allegedly married to Bhushan’s younger brother. According to witnesses, assailants fired multiple rounds at Bhushan Singh, leaving him critically injured. He was rushed to the district hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Following the murder, Bhushan’s first wife reportedly went missing along with her children, heightening suspicions in the ongoing investigation. A Troubling HistoryBhushan...

Muzaffarpur: In one of the biggest anti-encroachment operations ever witnessed in Muzaffarpur city, the district administration carried out a massive demolition drive on the Balu Ghat embankment road, razing nearly 90 illegal permanent and temporary structures, including those allegedly linked to a BJP leader. The large-scale action was conducted under tight security, with heavy police deployment and two bulldozers brought in to clear the government land. The demolition created a stir in the area as a huge crowd gathered to witness the operation. 30 Feet of Land Cleared for Development Work Officials said the encroachment drive was carried out from Sikandarpur Sluice Gate to Lakdi Dhai, where nearly 30 feet of encroached land was reclaimed. The cleared land will be handed over to ...