Bihar is set to witness a major leap in infrastructure and connectivity with the completion of the six-lane Kachchi Dargah–Bidupur road-cum-bridge over the river Ganga, expected to be opened to the public by April this year. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday reviewed the progress of the ambitious project, expressing…
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Patna Enforces Zero Tolerance on Monsoon Waterlogging
Patna: With memories of repeated urban flooding still fresh, the Patna administration has announced a zero-tolerance policy on waterlogging as it intensifies preparations for the 2026 monsoon season. Senior officials have been directed to ensure seamless drainage, uninterrupted power supply to pumping stations and round-the-clock monitoring to prevent rainwater accumulation…
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CTET February 2026 Exam on Feb 7–8: Full Paper-Wise Schedule
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the revised schedule for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) February 2026 session, announcing that the examination will now be conducted over two days February 7 and February 8, 2026. The decision marks a change from the earlier plan to hold…
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Patna NEET Aspirant Death: Nitish Seeks CBI Probe
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday wrote to the Centre seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the death of a NEET aspirant in Patna, a case that has sparked statewide outrage, student protests, and serious allegations of sexual assault and police inaction. The move comes amid…
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Bihar Govt Bans E-Rickshaws on Highways, Citing Safety Risks
The Bihar government has imposed a statewide ban on the plying of e-rickshaws on all national and state highways, citing serious road safety concerns. The decision, which came into force immediately, aims to reduce accidents on high-speed corridors but has triggered widespread anxiety among drivers and daily commuters who depend…
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Nitish Kumar sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister
Nitish Kumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a record-extending tenth time on Thursday at a grand ceremony held at Gandhi Maidan, Patna. The new National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government inducted 26 cabinet ministers, reflecting the coalition arithmetic after the November 2025 Assembly elections. Key highlights…
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Bihar Election Results 2025: Full Winners & Key Takeaways
The Election Commission declared results for all 243 Bihar Assembly seats on November 14, 2025. The ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) delivered a resounding win, securing over 200 seats. The BJP and its ally Janata Dal (United) emerged as the major beneficiaries, while the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress…
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Bihar Elections: Phase-I Clears Without Re-polls
New Delhi, November 8, 2025: The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that no re-polls will be conducted for the first phase of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, after a comprehensive scrutiny of poll-day documents and Form 17A across all 121 constituencies. The decision came following a transparent and well-documented…
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Bihar Assembly 2025: NDA Poised for Two-Thirds Majority
Patna, Bihar – Ahead of the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted on November 5, 2025, that the ruling NDA is set to form the state government with a two-thirds majority. Speaking at a rally in Jamui district, Singh criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi,…
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PM Modi to Hold Patna Roadshow, Address Poll Rallies in Bihar
PM Modi to Hold Patna Roadshow, Address Poll Rallies in Bihar Patna: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will spearhead the BJP’s campaign in Bihar today with a high-energy roadshow in Patna and election rallies in Bhojpur and Nawada. The events mark a major push by the BJP ahead of the crucial…