MADHUBANI
'Why after Lok Sabha polls?' Union minister suspects conspiracy behind Bihar bridge collapses
Five bridges, big and small, have collapsed across the state in just over a week. One incident each was reported from Araria, Siwan, East Champaran, Kishanganj and Madhubani districts. "Why has the state suddenly started witnessing incidents of bridge collapse? Why is it happening after the Lok Sabha polls? Why were such incidents not taking place a month before? I suspect some conspiracy behind it. Authorities concerned must look into this aspect," Jitan Ram Manjhi, a former CM who heads the Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM), told reporters.
Another bridge collapses in Bihar, 5th incident in 11 days
The under-construction bridge over Bhutahi river follows a collapse in Kishanganj due to heavy rainfall. Previous collapses in Araria and Siwan have raised infrastructure quality concerns. Although no injuries were reported, these incidents fuel political tensions, with the Congress party criticizing the BJP-led government for poor infrastructure.
Bihar Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 7: Key battlegrounds and candidates for June 1 polls
Bihar Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 7: As Bihar gears up for the seventh and final phase of the Lok Sabha elections on June 1, the political landscape is buzzing with anticipation. Eight key constituencies—Nalanda, Patna Sahib, Pataliputra, Arrah, Buxar, Sasaram, Karakat, and Jahanabad—are set to go to the polls.
Bihar Lok Sabha Polls: BJP ally JDU banking on 'Modi magic' as RJD hopes to regain lost ground
In the fifth phase of polls on May 20, all eyes would be on Mithilanchal's two seats -- Madhubani and Sitamarhi -- which share international boundaries with Nepal. While NDA ally JDU banks on "Modi magic" to register its second consecutive victory in Sitamarhi, RJD is struggling hard to keep its support base among Yadavs in Madhubani to regain its lost political ground.
INDIA bloc plans to rotate PM's chair among constituents: Amit Shah at rally in Madhubani
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking at an election rally in Madhubani, Bihar, asserted that the INDIA bloc plans to rotate the PM's chair among its constituents if elected. Shah criticized the bloc for lacking a clear PM candidate, emphasizing the need for a strong leader like Modi. He also highlighted the government's stance against cow slaughter and the ban on Popular Front of India for allegedly aiming to establish an Islamic state.
Getting "full support" from Nitish Kumar: Tejashwi Yadav tells rally in Bihar
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claims 'full support' from 'uncle' Nitish Kumar, a BJP ally, in his fight against the saffron party at a rally in Bihar's Madhubani district.
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JD(U) MLA lodges FIR against party colleague over horse trading
The case was lodged at Kotwali police station here by Sudhanshu Shekhar, who represents the Harlakhi seat of Madhubani district, said Krishna Murari Prasad, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Law and Order), Patna.
Bihar Business Connect-2023: Savi Leathers signs MoU for Rs 274 cr to setup project in Madhubani
“I am delighted to set up a unit in Madhubani where I hail from,” Vijay Jha, Director, Savi Leathers said on the sidelines of Bihar Business Connect-2023 in Patna. Savi Leathers is recognized globally for its product innovation. The company has 4 professionally managed factories and a trained workforce of 1,700 personnel.
JioMart ropes in Mahendra Singh Dhoni as brand ambassador
Reliance Retail's JioMart has appointed Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its brand ambassador and rebranded its festive campaign to JioUtsav. The campaign aims to celebrate life's special moments and the role of shopping in these celebrations. Non-metro regions account for 60% of JioMart's sales, indicating its efforts to democratize digital retail.
Many districts on red alert as heavy rains batter Bihar
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert of extremely heavy rainfall for Madhubani, Supaul and Araria districts, and an orange alert of heavy rainfall for six districts.
Tejashwi Yadav defends INDIA bloc's boycott of 'pro-BJP' news anchors
Tejashwi Yadav, the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, has defended the decision of the opposition INDIA bloc to boycott news anchors who are allegedly pro-BJP. Yadav stated that the decision was made by a sub-committee of the coalition and was aimed at avoiding shows organized by those who have a strong pro-BJP bias.
1000 Indian Women Stun In Sarees, Steal The Show At Royal Ascot 2022 In UK
Extravagant hats and glamorous outfits are the hallmarks of the third day of the Royal Ascot which is also known as Ladies Day. However, Ladies Day in 2022 witnessed a dash of Indian vibrancy. Over a thousand Indian-origin women created history after they participated in the celebrated racing event clad in sarees. (Image/Twitter)
Three coaches of Swatantrata Senani Express catch fire at Madhubani junction in Bihar
According to eastern railway CPRO, no injuries were reported reported as the train was empty. The fire first caught two coaches of the train at 9.13 a.m. Soon, it spread to the third coach, he said. "We immediately swung into action and doused the blaze with the help of the district fire brigade at 9.50 a.m. The train was empty at the time of mishap, so no casualty was reported," he said.
Tejashwi Yadav attacks Nitish Kumar govt over murders in Bihar
the leader of the opposition sought to place the government in the dock over the killing of an RTI activist cum freelance journalist in Madhubani and the husband of a district councillor in Purnea.
Bihar: 38,72,645 litres of illicit liquor confiscated, 62,140 arrested in last 9 months
The five districts, which were on top in terms of liquor seizure are Vaishali with 45,63,59 litres of liquor, Patna with 35,00,85 litres, Muzaffarpur with 25,64,80 litres, Aurangabad with 23,25,42 litres and Madhubani with 223767 litres, said the Bihar Police.
Nearly 46% turnout till 3 pm in 3rd phase of Bihar polls
According to the Election Commission, the poll percentage at 3 pm was 45.91, higher than the corresponding figure for the second phase (44.51), but marginally lower than that for the first phase (46.29).
Congress fights Congress ahead of UP polls
As the countdown begins for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly election, scheduled to be held in early 2022, all political parties are putting their house in order but the Congress in UP is busy fighting itself.
Nepal not helping in managing floods: Bihar, UP CMs tell PM Narendra Modi
Chief ministers of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar on Monday informed Prime Minister Narendra Modi of the 'uncooperative attitude' of Nepal in dealing with the flood situation.
Death toll in Bihar flood climbs to 19; 63.60 lakh people affected in 16 districts
With six more deaths, the toll in Bihar flood on Tuesday climbed to 19, as 63.60 lakh people were affected in 16 districts of the state, Disaster Management Department bulletin said.
Nitin Gadkari inaugurates upstream lane of Bihar's Gandhi Setu renovated at a cost of Rs 1,742 cr
Terming the renovated Mahatma Gandhi Setu in Bihar as "an engineering marvel" and "lifeline" for the masses, Union road minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said the government is laying a network of bridges and highways to beef up infrastructure in the state.
Sashastra Seema Bal, Nepal Armed Police Forces increase frequency of joint patrolling
“SSB, which guards the 631 km-long Indo-Nepal border in Bihar, continues to remain in constant touch with its counterparts in Nepal to enhance mutual trust,” said Sanjay Kumar, IG, SSB (Bihar). Nepal shares boundaries with Bihar’s different districts, including West Champaran, East Champaran, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Supaul and Araria.
Lightning strikes UP, Bihar; 110 dead in two days, 32 injured
According to a statement put out by the department, the deaths in lightning strikes happened in 23 districts of the state, with Gopalganj accounting for the maximum number of casualties at 13.
Centre looks to sharpen its outreach and aid measures in 116 districts of six states
The 116 ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Districts’ have been identified on the basis of data mapped by district collectors across states. Of these, the maximum are in Bihar with 32, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 30 districts, Rajasthan with 21, Madhya Pradesh 23, Odisha and Jharkhand with 4 and 3 districts each, respectively.
Death toll in flood-hit Bihar climbs to 92; CM launches DBT scheme for assistance
Significant number of casualties have also been reported from districts like Araria, Madhubani, Purnea, Sheohar and Darbhanga.
80.73 per cent students pass Bihar Matriculation exam
Sawan Raj Bharti of Simultala Awasiya Vidyalaya, Jamui topped the examination securing 486 out of total 500 marks.
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