BHAGALPUR
Ashwini Kumar Choubey presses for BJP CM in Bihar
Reacting to Choubey's comment, JD(U) Rajya Sabha MP, Sanjay Jha said that there is no confusion over leadership in Bihar. "NDA in Bihar means Nitish Kumar. There is no confusion over this," Jha told media persons in Delhi. Apart from Nitish Kumar, Choubey also raised questions about the state leadership of the BJP.
Bihar cabinet gives nod to metro projects in four more cities
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's cabinet approved metro projects in Patna, Muzaffarpur, Gaya, Darbhanga, and Bhagalpur, sharing costs between the central and state governments and financial institutions. The first phase of Patna Metro, with five operational stations by March 2025, will have both elevated and underground tracks. The cabinet also authorised conducting recruitment exams in two phases if there are a large number of candidates and approved opening sports clubs in all panchayats.
Nitish brought shame to Bihar when he touched feet of Modi: Prashant Kishor
Kishor said, "There is so much talk about Nitish Kumar playing a key role in Modi's return to power. But how is the Bihar CM leveraging his position? He is not using his clout to ensure benefits for the state. He is touching feet to ensure that he remains in power, with BJP support, even after 2025 assembly polls."
Sushil Modi, arguably the tallest BJP leader to have emerged from Bihar
Sushil Kumar Modi played a significant role in BJP's growth in Bihar, from his student politics days at Patna University to his tenure as the party's key leader, contributing to the state's economic progress.
"Sushil Modi's absence can never be filled": BJP's Shahnawaz Hussain expresses grief over former Bihar Dy CM demise
Syed Shahnawaz Hussain, the senior BJP leader, has expressed his condolences over the death of former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Modi. Modi, who had been battling cancer for the last seven months, passed away at the age of 72. He was a respected leader, guardian, friend, and elder brother in Bihar. Modi announced his cancer treatment last month and did not participate in the Lok Sabha election campaign. He served as an MLA, MLC, and member of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Modi was born on January 5, 1952, and began his political journey as a student activist at Patna University.
Amrita Pandey suicide: Bhojpuri actress found dead under mysterious circumstances after sharing cryptic WhatsApp status
Amrita Pandey's sudden death in her Bhagalpur apartment has shaken the entertainment world and her fans. She was found hanging, prompting investigations. Before her demise, she posted a cryptic message on WhatsApp, raising concerns. Amrita, known for her work in Hindi films and TV, had recently married and struggled with depression and career challenges.
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Bhagalpur turns into a prestige battle for JDU; BJP deputes sr leaders
JDU, allied with BJP, aims to retain Bhagalpur. Ajay Mandal won in 2019. Congress's Ajeet Sharma seeks victory. BJP's discontent poses a challenge. RJD's Bulo Mandal defeated Shahnawaz Hussain in 2014.
Second political turnaround in 18 months; a look at 'Paltu Ram' Nitish Kumar's career
Nitish Kumar, after resigning as Bihar CM, is set to rejoin the BJP, marking his second major political shift in under 18 months and the fourth in the last 11 years. Known as "Paltu Ram," Kumar has oscillated between alliances with the BJP and RJD. His return to the NDA has caused internal turmoil in the Mahagathbandhan.
22 IAS, 45 Bihar Administrative Service officers transferred in major rejig
The Bihar government has transferred 22 IAS officers, including 5 district magistrates (DMs), and 45 officers from the Bihar Administrative Service (BAS). Patna DM Chandrasekhar Singh has been transferred to the chief minister's secretariat as special secretary.
Income Tax searches premises linked to RJD Rajya Sabha MP in Bihar
A statement by the department said, "Patna directorate started the search action at Al Karim Educational Trust, which runs and manages Al Karim University and Katihar Medical College. Main office of the trust is in Patna. The trust also runs a school of paramedical and allied health sciences, school of information technology and management. Main trustee is Ahmad Ashfaque Karim, who is the founder chancellor of Al Karim University and also a sitting MP of Rajya Sabha".
Unbelievable: Bihar man calmly walks with severed arm in viral video after train accident
In a shocking incident, 25-year-old Suman Kumar calmly walked the streets of Sultanganj, Bhagalpur, clutching his severed left arm after a train accident. The video of his eerie stroll went viral on social media. Despite the gruesome injury, Suman displayed remarkable composure, leaving many astonished. He is currently undergoing treatment, and authorities are investigating the incident.
Bihar bridge collapse: Company show caused; executive engineer suspended
"The Haryana-based company, which was awarded the contract, has been served with a show cause notice by the Managing Director of Bihar Rajya Pul Nirman Nigam and asked to reply within 15 days", Amrit told PTI.
Bihar: Rs 1,700 cr under-construction bridge collapsed within seconds
An under-construction Aguwani-Sultanganj bridge over the Ganga river collapsed in Bihar's Bhagalpur district on June 4.
Bhagalpur bridge collapse: Bihar officials begin search for 'missing' guard
The under-construction bridge over River Ganga in Bhagalpur, Bihar, collapsed on Sunday, leading to a search for a missing guard. The incident stoked a "war of words" between the opposition and the ruling state government. Leader of Opposition in Bihar Vijay Kumar Sinha criticised Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for "political instability" and called for an immediate enquiry: "there needs to be accountability in this incident".
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.
Amid bad weather conditions, several trains, flights cancelled; All details here
Several trains and flights were cancelled on Saturday due to bad weather causing inconvenience to passengers.
Proud to have been part of historic work, says Kartavya Path worker after meeting PM Modi
"With the redevelopment of the entire stretch, I have also become a part of this historic work. I will never forget this moment," beamed Neeraj Kumar, who was among 16 workers who were part of the Central Vista Avenue redevelopment and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
17 die in lightning strikes in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expresses grief
Bhagalpur district has reported the maximum number of six deaths, followed by Vaishali (three), Banka and Khagaria (two each) and Munger, Katihar, Madhepura and Saharsa (one each).
PM Modi condoles loss of lives in Bhagalpur blast
Modi tweeted that he had spoken to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar regarding the incident, and wished the injured a speedy recovery. At least 10 people died and nine others suffered serious injuries in the explosion that took place inside a house, where the inhabitants were said to be involved in illegal firecracker business
Blast at illegal firecracker factory kills 10 in Bihar
The house of Mandal besides two adjoining buildings were reduced to rubble by the impact of the explosion, the sound of which was heard far and wide, said the DM, adding that earth moving equipment was brought in to clear the debris.
Bihar: Seven killed in explosion in Bhagalpur
On getting information about the incident, a team of police reached the spot along with senior officers. The debris of the collapsed building is being moved with the help of JCB. As per sources, the count of deaths and injured can increase as the work of removing the debris is underway.
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