Bihar

Sitamarhi, Bihar: A mother and daughter in Sitamarhi have landed behind bars after verbally abusing traffic police officers during a government anti-encroachment drive. The incident, which occurred near Gudri Bazaar Chowk, has drawn widespread attention on social media. Verbal Assault on Police OfficersAccording to officials, the municipal authorities had issued orders to remove illegal encroachments on government land located south of the road. When the anti-encroachment team arrived to carry out the order, the mother and daughter unleashed a torrent of highly offensive abuses at the officers—so rapid and intense that police likened it to a “bullet train.” The language was so vulgar that it cannot be repeated in a civilized publication. Police Take Strict ActionDespite initially hol...

Buxar: The Shahabad region of Bihar, spanning Sasaram, Buxar, Kaimur, and Bhojpur, is once again calling for the establishment of an airport. Locals believe that a dedicated airport will accelerate development in the area and improve connectivity. After 19 of the region’s 22 legislators joined the NDA, hopes for the project have increased. Strategic Location and NeedSituated at the tri-junction of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand, Shahabad boasts a strategic location with major national highways passing through Sasaram and Buxar. The area is home to historic landmarks such as Sher Shah Suri’s tomb, Rohtasgarh Fort, and Buxar. Residents currently rely on airports in Patna, Varanasi, or Prayagraj, often spending more time reaching these airports than traveling to their destinations. ...

New Delhi: Former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi has filed a petition seeking the transfer of four ongoing cases against her and her family from Special Judge Vishal Gogne. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which recently fixed charges against Rabri Devi, Lalu Prasad Yadav, Tejashwi Yadav, and other co-accused in the alleged IRCTC scam, may oppose her plea. Rabri Devi’s PetitionIn her petition before the Principal District & Sessions Judge, Rabri Devi requested the transfer of the cases, including the IRCTC case and the alleged “land-for-job” corruption cases being pursued by the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate’s money laundering investigation. She alleged that the Special Judge has been biased and has conducted the proceedings in a pre-planned manner against her and h...

Sasaram, Rohtas: A shocking triple death has rattled the Dehra village in Bhans police station area of Rohtas district, Bihar, after a 42-year-old man allegedly shot his wife and father before committing suicide. The incident occurred late Monday night, leaving the local community in horror. Sequence of the TragedyThe accused, identified as Amit Singh, reportedly suffering from mental illness and undergoing treatment at a Varanasi hospital, first shot his wife, followed by his father. After killing them, Amit reportedly shot himself with the same weapon. Forensic teams are investigating the crime scene to reconstruct the sequence of events and verify initial reports. Weapon of CrimePolice confirmed that Amit used an unlicensed, locally-made pistol to carry out the killings. Authoriti...

Patna: The Mahavir Cancer Institute (MCI) in Patna has clarified that breastfeeding mothers need not panic over the presence of uranium in breast milk. Experts stress that, despite traces of uranium in groundwater, breastfeeding remains the safest and most effective method of infant nutrition. Research FindingsOfficials and research scientists at MCI, including Superintendent L.B. Singh, Director Manisha Singh, and Head of Medical Research Ashok Ghosh, explained that their study focused on uranium levels in groundwater. The study analyzed breast milk samples from 40 lactating mothers aged 17–35, collected from six districts of Bihar: Bhojpur, Begusarai, Khagaria, Nalanda, Samastipur, and Katihar. Uranium (U238) contamination in groundwater ranged from 0 to 5.5 micrograms per liter. B...

Patna: The East Central Railway (ECR) under the Danapur division is set to significantly expand parking facilities at six major stations from Patna to Mokama. The initiative aims to streamline vehicular movement, reduce congestion on surrounding roads, and provide safe and organized parking for passengers. Enhanced Parking for Smooth CommuteSenior Divisional Commercial Manager of Danapur, Abhinav Siddharth, explained that the project is designed to make it easier for vehicles to access stations, ease traffic around busy areas, and offer commuters secure and well-managed parking spaces. 21,500 Parking Slots PlannedThe ambitious plan includes accommodating up to 21,500 vehicles across key stations along the Patna-Mokama route. Officials anticipate that this will greatly improve conveni...

Patna: A battery trader in Bihar’s capital has allegedly received multiple threat calls demanding ₹2 crore in extortion, with the caller claiming to be associated with a local MLA and threatening to kidnap the businessman’s child if the money was not paid. The case has triggered swift action from the police, who have begun tracing the calls. Threat Issued in MLA’s NameThe victim, Ashish Srivastava of Munnachak, approached the police after repeated threatening calls. According to officials, the caller invoked the name of an MLA—whose identity police have withheld for now—and warned of severe consequences, including abducting Ashish’s child, if the extortion demand was ignored. Inspector Roshni Kumari confirmed that an investigation is underway and said further details will be shared o...

Gopalganj: A joyous wedding celebration in Mathia village of Gopalganj district took a tragic turn on Sunday night when 21-year-old Sunil Kumar was shot in the abdomen during a DJ dance performance. The young man sustained serious injuries and was rushed from Gopalganj Sadar Hospital to Gorakhpur for advanced medical care, where his condition remains critical. Incident DetailsThe incident occurred during a wedding procession at the house of Bittu Sah in Mathia village. Sunil Kumar, son of Shivnath Ram from the same village, had gone to watch the neighboring wedding celebration. According to eyewitnesses, Sunil was dancing along with other guests and local youth when gunfire suddenly erupted. The bullet struck him in the stomach, causing panic and bloodshed at the venue. The shooter fled...