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Lalu Yadav wants to take you to ‘Lalten’ era: UP CM Yogi Adityanath in Begusarai
Begusarai (Bihar), May 11 (ANI): UP CM Yogi Adityanath attended a public rally in Bihar’s Begusarai on May 11. While addressing the rally, he took a dig at Lalu Prasad Yadav, Congress and said that during their regime anarchy was at its peak, Lalu Yadav wants to take yo...
Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar files nomination from North East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency
Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar filed his nomination from the North East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency, where he will face BJP's two-time MP Manoj Tiwari. Kumar, a former student leader, previously contested the 2019 general election as a CPI candidate from Begusarai in Bihar. Meanwhile, Congress's Udit Raj and Jai Prakash Agarwal filed nominations for the Northwest Delhi and Chandni Chowk seats respectively.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh owns assets worth Rs 10.16 crore
Senior BJP leader and Union Minister Giriraj Singh, seeking re-election from Begusarai Lok Sabha seat as the NDA nominee, has declared movable and immovable assets totaling Rs 10.16 crore, according to his affidavit filed with the Returning Officer. His wife possesses assets worth Rs 4.15 crore. Singh filed his nomination papers on Friday, stating his movable assets at Rs 2.09 crore and immovable assets at Rs 8.07 crore.
PM Modi's credibility to help NDA win all 40 LS seats in Bihar: Giriraj Singh
On developmental works in Begusarai, Singh said, "This constituency was neglected during the UPA regime. Begusarai was converted into a dumping yard of refinery during UPA rule. The NDA government under Modi ji expanded the capacity of Begusarai refinery by investigating Rs 25,000 crore."
Swiss report naming Begusarai as world's most polluted city reflects 'Western bias': Bihar PCB
The Bihar State Pollution Control Board (BSPCB) criticized a Swiss organization's report naming Begusarai as the world's most polluted city, calling it biased. BSPCB questioned the report's methodology, which focused only on PM 2.5 levels and ignored other pollutants. BSPCB Chairman Devendra Kumar Shukla emphasized the need for a comprehensive analysis of air quality, considering all pollutants. He highlighted Begusarai's location in the Indo-Gangetic plain, which contributes to pollution due to wind-blown dust from dry alluvial soil. Shukla also criticized the report for not considering ozone pollution and for relying on data from only one monitoring station in Begusarai.
Begusarai of Bihar most polluted metropolitan city globally in 2023
Begusarai, a city in Bihar, has emerged as the most polluted metropolitan area globally in 2023. Moreover, India is the unfortunate host to the four most polluted cities worldwide, emphasizing the urgent need for environmental and public health reforms within the country. As per the report, 83 of the 100 worst polluted cities in the world are in India.
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Bihar's Begusarai is the world's most polluted city, Delhi worst capital in terms of air quality: Report
The World Air Quality Report 2023 identifies Delhi as the capital with the poorest air quality, while Bihar's Begusarai emerges as the world's most polluted city. India ranks third in air pollution globally, with PM2.5 levels exceeding WHO standards for a significant portion of its population. The report underscores the alarming trend of air pollution's adverse effects, affecting millions worldwide and highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive measures to combat this critical issue.
Delhi world's most polluted capital city again: Report
India ranks third in air quality with Begusarai and Delhi facing severe pollution issues. Begusarai recorded 118.9 micrograms PM2.5, surpassing Delhi's 92.7 micrograms. Air pollution leads to cognitive problems and premature deaths globally, highlighting a critical health concern.
Modi-Nitish camaraderie on show in Bihar, CM says all Opposition in disarray
Welcoming the PM to Bihar for the first time since the NDA coalition was stitched again with the formation of a JDU-BJP government on January 28, Nitish Kumar said he was thankful to Modi for sanctioning the rail and road projects he had been demanding for some time. He maintained that the state is progressing at a rapid pace now.
Tejashwi Yadav responds to Modi's barbs about father Lalu Prasad at Patna rally
Tejashwi Yadav defends his father and highlights his achievements as railway minister. He questions Prime Minister Modi's contributions and criticizes the BJP's accusations of dynastic rule. Yadav emphasizes the importance of social justice and urges respect for all communities. RJD's focus is on rights, jobs, and development.
PM unveils oil and gas projects worth Rs 1.62 lakh cr across India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled oil and gas sector projects worth Rs 1.62 lakh crore across India, including those in Bihar's Begusarai district. He also flagged off four trains and dedicated the nation to the 'First Oil' from the KG Basin. The projects are spread across various states.
RJD hopes defectors in Bihar will be disqualified like turncoats in Himachal
RJD national spokesperson and Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Kumar Jha, whose party has lost five of its MLAs to the state's ruling NDA, made a statement to the effect at a press conference. In a veiled attack on the ruling BJP at the Centre, the RJD spokesperson alleged, "Gujarati moneybags have been let loose to inflict psychological damage on our leader Tejashwi Yadav in whom the unemployed youth of Bihar see a ray of hope."
Bihar woman allegedly murders husband over Instagram reels dispute
Bihar woman reportedly hanged her 25-year-old husband on Sunday night for objecting to her passion for creating social media reels. Maheshwar Rai, a laborer, was strangled and hanged at his in-laws' home in Fafaut village. The victim's father filed a complaint, leading to the detention of the wife, Rani, while her relatives remain at large. Maheshwar's father claimed that his son disapproved of Rani's desire for quick fame and money through dance reels. The couple had been married for six years and has a son.
Husband in Bihar's Begusarai allows wife to marry lover, takes responsibility of two kids
In a unique incident in Begusarai, a man allows his wife to marry her lover. The woman, a mother of two, will be taken care of by her husband's family. This decision ensures she is not burdened with her new life partner. The incident highlights the complexities of relationships and the importance of understanding and acceptance within a family.
Under-construction bridge collapses in Bihar, no casualties reported
A bridge under construction over the Ganga River in Bihar's Bhagalpur district collapsed. The collapse resulted in the Bihar State Government initiating an inquiry into the cause of the collapse. The under-construction Aguwani-Sultanganj bridge connects Bhagalpur to Khagaria district, but no casualties were reported. In addition, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar directed the building construction department’s additional chief secretary to investigate the matter and hold Ewing officials accountable.
Bihar: After Chhapra hooch deaths, now spurious liqour kills 5 in Siwan, 1 in Begusarai
All five deceased are residents of Brahsthan and Sondhvillages of Bhagwanpur Police Station area. According to sources, the death toll is expected to rise. Angry family members of the deceased obstructed the Siwan-Chapra Malmalia main road and undertook a protest. The distance between Siwan and Chhapra is around 10 kilometers.
53 drown in Bihar during Chhath, CM announces ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh each for next of kin
According to the official, five people drowned in Purnea district on October 30, while three deaths each were reported from Patna, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur and Saharsa. One person each died in Gaya, Begusarai, Katihar, Buxar, Kaimur, Sitamarhi and Banka among other districts.
Four arrested for Begusarai mass shooting
"During initial interrogation, the accused revealed that they wanted to create terror in the area. We are interrogating them further to find out if there was any larger conspiracy involved in the incident," Gangwar said, adding that more arrests were likely to be made in the case as the police were trying to track the source of funds of these accused. Talking to media persons in Begusarai, Yogendra Kumar, the district superintendent of police (SP), said three of the four accused are residents of Barauni and one of Begusarai.
Offs on Fridays at schools is attempt to impose Sharia: Giriraj Singh
"Since childhood, we have known that schools and offices remain shut on Sundays. Holidays in some institutions on Fridays seems to me an attempt to impose Sharia code for the benefit of one community," said the firebrand BJP leader who remains in news for outbursts against "politics of appeasement".
Veterinarian called to check on an ailing animal, then kidnapped and forcibly married in Bihar's Begusarai
Things turned ugly for a Bihar veterinarian who was called to treat a sick animal as he was kidnapped and married against his will.
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