Bihar

Gopalganj, Bihar | Social Media Turns Deadly:A shocking incident unfolded in Bihar’s Gopalganj district on Friday evening, when an Instagram post sparked a violent confrontation between two families, leading to a bloody knife attack that left four members of the same family critically injured. The gruesome attack took place in Uchkagaon Bazaar under the Uchkagaon police station limits. The injured were rushed to Gopalganj Sadar Hospital’s emergency ward, and later referred to Patna’s PMCH for advanced treatment. Police have detained three suspects connected to the attack. The Trigger: A Social Media Comment According to reports, the two families had been embroiled in a long-standing rivalry. The latest spark came when a member of one family posted on Instagram, prompting an ab...

Patna | Bihar Voting 2025:The first phase of the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 witnessed an unprecedented voter turnout of 64.66% — the highest in the state’s electoral history. But behind this historic participation lies a powerful force that could swing the results either way — the ‘Jeevika Didis’, a network of empowered rural women who form one of Bihar’s largest organized voting blocs. With over 1.4 crore members, these women represent nearly 40% of Bihar’s 3.5 crore female voters. Once confined to household roles, they now stand as self-reliant contributors to their families and communities — a transformation credited to the state’s flagship ‘Jeevika’ livelihood mission. “Earlier, we lived under our father’s or husband’s identity. Today, society knows us as ‘Didis’. We are indep...

Patna:As Bihar enters the decisive phase of its 2025 assembly election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stepped into the campaign’s “final overs” — and turned the contest into a high-stakes battle between “Jungle Raj vs Good Governance.”With voting for the second phase set to end on November 9, the NDA has revived its most enduring political weapon — the specter of the “Jungle Raj.” Just as it worked 28 years ago, the issue seems to resonate again today, especially among first-time voters who never lived through the lawless years but are now being reminded through powerful digital campaigns. Modi’s ‘Final Over’ Strategy In a fiery address in Aurangabad, PM Modi launched a direct attack on the RJD, accusing it of symbolizing crime and corruption. “Do you want the rule of the ...

Patna: The first phase of voting in the Bihar Assembly elections on 121 seats witnessed record-breaking turnout, especially among women voters — a factor that may dramatically reshape the state’s political equation. The big question now echoing across political corridors is: Who will benefit from this surge — Nitish Kumar or Tejashwi Yadav? According to the Election Commission, an impressive 64.69% voter turnout was recorded in the first phase — almost a 13% jump compared to 2020, when polling had touched just 51.1% by 5 p.m. Notably, women voters outnumbered men this time. Out of 3.75 crore total voters, 1.76 crore were women and 1.98 crore were men — signaling a massive rise in female participation. Women’s Turnout: A Political Turning Point Traditionally, higher voting percenta...

“ Patna: A political war of words erupted after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged large-scale “vote theft” during the first phase of polling in Bihar. Hitting back sharply, Arun Bharti, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) MP and Union Minister Chirag Paswan’s brother-in-law, advised Gandhi to take his allegations to court instead of creating “false noise” on social media. Reacting to Rahul Gandhi’s post on X (formerly Twitter), Arun Bharti said, “If Rahul Gandhi truly has evidence of vote theft, he should go to court. Making baseless accusations in the press won’t help. The one who has proof doesn’t shout in rallies — he files a case in court. Spreading misinformation won’t change the truth.” Rahul Gandhi’s Allegation After the first phase of Bihar elections concluded peace...

** Paliganj, Bihar: Voting for the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 is underway, but a brief incident at Maner Assembly constituency drew attention when RJD candidate Bhai Virendra clashed with security personnel at Booth No. 79, alleging administrative bias. The altercation caused a temporary disruption at the polling station before authorities restored order. Incident at the BoothBhai Virendra, accompanied by his wife, arrived at the polling station to cast his vote. After voting, he confronted security staff, reportedly saying, “Dekh lenge, tum hote kaun ho” (“We will see who you are”), accusing them of favoring a particular party. This led to a momentary commotion at the booth, but security personnel managed the situation and escorted the candidate outside, after ...

? Voting for the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 commenced on Thursday at 7 AM, with visible enthusiasm at polling stations across the state. Conducted in two phases on 6th and 11th November, these elections serve as a crucial test of how the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive has improved the accuracy of voter lists. Patna Shows Excitement Ahead of PollingIn Patna, polling began with notable energy, as voters turned out to cast their ballots. The two-phase elections will also indicate the impact of the SIR campaign on voter confidence and participation. Bihar’s voter turnout has historically hovered around 57%, and all eyes are now on whether this figure will rise this time. Past Turnout and the Impact of SIRDuring the 2024 Lok Sabha elec...