Bihar

Patna: Property owners in Patna are set to face a significant financial impact as the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) implements a new road classification system, which will likely lead to an increase in holding (property) tax rates. The move comes as part of the city’s efforts to modernize infrastructure and improve road connectivity. Major Roads Upgraded, Tax Rates to RiseUnder the new classification, Patna’s 112 roads have been re-categorized based on width and connectivity. The number of “Prime Main Roads” has increased from 24 to 43, while 69 roads have been designated as “Main Roads.” Following approval from the Department of Urban Development and Housing, the new classification is now in effect. The direct impact of this decision will be on residential and commercial holding...

Madhepura, Bihar: Rahul Kumar, hailing from the quiet town of Madhepura in Bihar, has now fully embraced Japan—not just professionally, but personally as well. Five years ago, Rahul moved to Japan to work as an engineer at Honda, and today he has tied the knot with Marina, a Japanese national, marking a remarkable cross-cultural love story. A Tokyo Party that Sparked a ConnectionRahul recounts that his journey with Marina began at an international business party in Tokyo. What started as a conversation about work soon blossomed into a meaningful friendship. Despite coming from different countries and cultures, both Rahul and Marina found common ground and began understanding each other deeply. Two Years of Friendship, Leading to MarriageOver two years, their friendship turned into lo...

Patna: Popular YouTuber and public affairs activist Manish Kashyap is back in his signature aggressive style. Known for exposing issues in public institutions through viral videos, Kashyap recently stirred up controversy at the IGIMS hospital in Patna, promising to investigate alleged irregularities at the hospital’s blood bank. In a video shared on his former account, Kashyap is seen confronting staff at IGIMS. “We are providing feedback to the central team that there is malpractice in the blood bank here. Blood is not being supplied properly and is delayed by four hours,” he said. Addressing the staff directly, he added, “Don’t be afraid. I will reveal everything—from the beginning to the end. I will dig out the entire ‘birth chart’ of the issue.” The video shows Kashyap, in a yell...

With the New Year approaching, liquor smugglers have intensified their activities in prohibition-hit Bihar. In a major crackdown, the Katoria Prohibition Police Station in Banka district intercepted a high-speed milk tanker and uncovered a large consignment of illegal foreign liquor, cleverly concealed to evade detection. Acting on a tip-off that a huge consignment of liquor was being transported from Jharkhand into Bihar, the police launched a special checking drive across rural and forest routes. During the operation, officers attempted to stop a milk tanker and a mini pickup van carrying dairy supplies. The drivers tried to flee at high speed, raising suspicion. However, the police swiftly cordoned off the area and seized both vehicles. Upon inspection, the tanker — supposedly fil...

In a significant step towards accelerating the overall development of Banka district, the Bihar government has approved the construction of a modern housing guest house in the historically and religiously significant Mandar Parvat region. The land acquisition and selection process for the ambitious project is set to begin shortly, officials confirmed. Mandar Parvat, one of Bihar’s most prominent religious and tourist destinations, attracts lakhs of devotees and tourists every year. However, the long-standing lack of adequate accommodation facilities has been a major challenge for visitors. The proposed guest house is expected to bridge this gap, offering much-needed relief to tourists, pilgrims, and visiting officials alike. The decision was taken during the 68th Foundation Day समारो...

Soon after returning from his foreign tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with the newly appointed National Executive President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Nitin Nabin, marking the beginning of the latter’s active role in the party’s top leadership. The meeting, though brief, proved significant as PM Modi entrusted Nitin Nabin with his first major political assignment. According to party sources, Prime Minister Modi has tasked Nitin Nabin with countering the opposition’s narrative surrounding the proposed “Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VBG RAM G)” bill. The legislation has sparked intense political confrontation between the ruling BJP and opposition parties, led by the Congress. For Nitin Nabin, this assignment is being viewed as ...

The lynching case from Bihar’s Nawada district has taken a significant new turn, with the police now expanding the scope of investigation after the emergence of another viral video on social media. The video allegedly indicates a possible theft angle linked to the brutal assault that led to the death of Atahar Hussain. The incident pertains to Bhata village under the Roh block of Nawada district. A 20-second video that recently resurfaced online reportedly shows stolen household items scattered at the scene, with claims being made against Atahar Hussain himself. Following the circulation of this video, the police have decided to examine the matter from a fresh perspective, including allegations of theft that may have preceded the assault. According to police records, Atahar Hussain w...