Bihar

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 ...

Lakhisarai, Bihar: A routine family argument in Khutaha Chetan Tola, under Barhiya police jurisdiction, turned deadly when ITBP jawan Vikas Kumar (alias Nato Kumar), 35, fatally shot his father Uday Shankar Singh before turning the gun on himself. Sources reported that Vikas Kumar had recently returned home on leave. During his stay, a minor argument erupted between him and his wife. Attempting to intervene, his father Uday Shankar Singh approached the couple. In a sudden outburst, Vikas fired three shots at his father, killing him instantly. Witnesses said Vikas also aimed the firearm at his younger brother and wife, who narrowly escaped unharmed. After moving a short distance from the house, Vikas Kumar shot himself, succumbing to his injuries at the scene. Neighbors described Vika...

Arrah, Bhojpur: In a shocking incident in Dhobadi village under Narayanpur police station, Bhojpur district, two young men were critically injured in separate firing incidents while villagers had gathered to hunt a wild boar. The first victim, Ritesh Yadav, sustained a gunshot wound to his left abdomen and was immediately admitted to a private hospital in Arrah for urgent treatment. According to the victim, the attackers intentionally targeted him as he was passing by. The police have launched a detailed investigation into the matter. District Deputy Superintendent of Police, KK Singh, confirmed that Ritesh is under medical care and police are probing the incident thoroughly. The local community was thrown into panic following the firing, and authorities acted swiftly to ensure the inju...

Patna, Bihar** A tragic incident in Bihar’s capital, Patna, has triggered widespread alarm after a structural collapse at the Patliputra Sports Complex (Rainbow Ground) claimed the life of an engineer from Andhra Pradesh. The accident has now been officially termed the "Kankarbagh Gate Collapse Case", and a detailed investigation is underway. Main Gate Collapses, Engineer Killed on the Spot According to officials, the main rear gate of the sports complex suddenly collapsed on Wednesday morning, trapping the engineer under heavy debris. The victim, identified as Sreemurthy, was serving as the site supervisor for ongoing construction work at Rainbow Ground. He hailed from Andhra Pradesh. A security guard on duty immediately alerted senior officials around 6:15 AM, following which...

Sitamarhi: Following Supreme Court directives, the Education Department has issued strict guidelines to prevent stray dogs from entering educational institutions and to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and staff. The department emphasized that any lapse in implementing these measures would be considered contempt of the Supreme Court. Key Guidelines Issued:All schools, colleges, and coaching centers must submit a complete list of institutions to the District Magistrate within two weeks. Institutions are required to: Construct or reinforce boundary walls and securely close main gates. Block all open areas through which dogs could enter. Display notices prohibiting feeding of stray dogs and instructing immediate medical attention from the nearest health center or doctor i...

SITAMARHI: In a shocking tale of love that defies social norms and age barriers, a 35-year-old married woman from Bhavadepur Got village in the Rega police station area of Sitamarhi has eloped for the second time with a 20-year-old local man. The unusual case has now reached the attention of the local police. Trust Betrayed: From Shop to RomanceThe husband, Manir Safi, had left his trusted young villager, Rizwan Ansari, in charge of his traditional bangle and glass shop while he traveled to Ludhiana. Unbeknownst to him, a romance developed between his wife, Savita Khatun, and the young man during his absence. By the time he returned home, the relationship had escalated, and within 10 days, the woman had run away with her lover for the second time. Police Involvement and the Strange T...