Bihar
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Bihar govt announces 'special casual leave' for voters in eight Legislative Council seats
Bihar | Oct 07, 2026, 06:42 PM ISTThe Bihar government has declared "special casual leave" on October 23 for eligible voters in eight Legislative Council constituencies going to polls. The seats include four graduates' and four teachers' constituencies.
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Four girls drown while bathing in pond in Bihar's East Champaran; bodies recovered
Bihar | Oct 02, 2026, 03:41 PM ISTThe incident happened at the Bankat village in Bihar's East Champaran district this morning when the girls had gone for bathing at the pond. Their bodies have been recovered and sent for postmortem.
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Congress names 5 candidates for Bihar MLC polls, set to be in direct fight with ally RJD in 3 seats
Bihar | Oct 02, 2026, 07:04 AM ISTCongress has announced five candidates for the October 23 Bihar Legislative Council elections, including Madan Mohan Jha and Sanjay Yadav. Its nominees will face RJD candidates in Kosi Graduates, Darbhanga Graduates and Patna Graduates.
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Turtle found in Bihar has A-B-C-D-like marks on its back, locals left amazed
offbeat | Sep 30, 2026, 09:15 AM ISTA turtle found in Bihar's Gopalganj has caught attention for yellow markings on its shell that appear to resemble the letters A, B, C and D. While some believe it could be a rare species, experts are yet to confirm its identity or explain the unusual patterns.
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BJP names 10 candidates for Bihar-UP MLC polls; Naval Kishore Yadav, Kedar Nath Singh among nominees
India | Sep 29, 2026, 02:31 PM ISTBJP announces 10 candidates for Bihar, UP MLC polls. The major nominees include Naval Kishore Yadav and Dr NK Yadav for Bihar, along with Kedar Nath Singh and Hari Kishore Tiwari among six key candidates selected for Uttar Pradesh.
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JD-U rift widens ahead of Bihar MLC polls as Anant Singh backs Jan Suraaj's Anuj Kumar
Bihar | Sep 28, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTJD-U strongman Anant Kumar Singh has said he would back Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Kumar Singh in the Bihar MLC elections. However, he refuted reports of a rift within the JD-U and said he only has an issue with Neeraj Kumar.
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Vinay Kumar takes voluntary retirement as Bihar DGP, gets new role as Chief Information Commissioner
Bihar | Sep 27, 2026, 07:10 AM ISTBihar DGP Vinay Kumar has taken voluntary retirement ahead of his scheduled superannuation in December and has been appointed Chief Information Commissioner. Preeta Verma will continue as Acting DGP.
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Another Jamui like incident in Bihar, minor girl harassed on roadside in Samastipur; four held
Bihar | Sep 24, 2026, 11:38 AM ISTA viral video allegedly showing a minor girl being harassed in public has surfaced from Samastipur's Jagatsinghpur area, days after a similar controversy in Jamui. Police have arrested four people and launched an investigation into the video and the circumstances of the incident.
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50 lakh people affected in 576 gram panchayats of 15 districts in Bihar as the flood crisis deepens
Bihar | Sep 23, 2026, 01:01 PM ISTAfter heavy rains, the Kosi River was flowing above the danger mark at Baltara and Kursela, while the Ganga crossed its danger level at Kahalgaon.
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Tejashwi demands Samrat Choudhary's resignation over Jamui incident, says women 'not safe' in Bihar
Bihar | Sep 22, 2026, 04:22 PM ISTRJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has demanded Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary's resignation over the Jamui incident, recalling his earlier remarks on women's safety. Yadav said the video showed women and girls were not safe in Bihar and criticised the ruling alliance's response.
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Main accused Nandan Yadav injured in 'half encounter' in Jamui minor harassment case
Bihar | Sep 22, 2026, 01:56 PM ISTThe incident happened in Jamui district of Bihar on September 19, when the girl and boy were allegedly harassed by a group of men. The incident sparked widespread outrage after a video surfaced online.
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Jamui minor harassment case sparks outrage, 3 held as police hunt four others after video goes viral
Bihar | Sep 22, 2026, 12:37 PM ISTThree people have been arrested in Bihar's Jamui after a video allegedly showing the harassment of two minors surfaced on social media. Police have registered a POCSO case against seven people, formed an SIT and launched searches for the remaining suspects.
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'Normalised by Andhbhakts': Oppn tears into Bihar govt over Jamui incident, seeks CM's resignation
Bihar | Sep 21, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTThe opposition has lambasted the Bihar government over the harassment of a minor girl in Jamui and demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. Meanwhile, the police have arrested three accused in connection with the case.
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Minor girl harassed, dragged on road in Bihar's Jamui, video goes viral; 3 accused arrested
Bihar | Sep 21, 2026, 03:54 PM ISTThe incident happened in Bihar's Jamui on September 19 when the girl and boy were allegedly harassed by a group of men. The video of the incident has gone viral on social media, triggering an outrage online.
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Turmeric samples fail test in Patna as lead chromate found above permissible limit in 28 samples
Bihar | Sep 21, 2026, 01:55 PM ISTA special food safety inspection in Patna's Danapur market found lead chromate above the prescribed limit in around 28 of nearly 35 turmeric samples tested. Officials used a portable X-ray fluorescence machine and have urged traders to source turmeric only from safe and certified suppliers.
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Class 9 Student dies under suspicious circumstances at school in Bihar's Sitamarhi
Bihar | Sep 20, 2026, 02:48 PM ISTA female student has died under suspicious circumstances in Bihar's Sitamarhi district. According to reports, her body was found hanging from a noose on the upper floor of the school building.
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Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj announces five candidates for upcoming Bihar MLC polls
Bihar | Sep 20, 2026, 01:52 PM ISTJan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has announced five candidates for the upcoming Bihar MLC elections. The party has named candidates for four teachers' and graduates' constituencies as polls for eight seats approach.
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Students clash with police during Patna protest demanding cancellation of Bihar Daroga exam
Bihar | Sep 15, 2026, 03:24 PM ISTStudents preparing for competitive examinations staged a protest near Gandhi Maidan in Patna on Tuesday, demanding the cancellation and fresh conduct of the Bihar Police SI examination for 1,799 posts. They also sought cancellation of the BPSC 70th examination.
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Indian Railways to run dozens of Diwali, Chhath special trains to UP, Bihar | Check full schedule
Business | Sep 13, 2026, 10:25 AM ISTIndian Railways has offered major relief to passengers planning to travel home during the festive season. Ahead of Dussehra, Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026, the Railways has announced several special trains to meet the expected surge in passenger demand.
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Flood situation remains grim in Bihar; over 47 lakh affected as Ganga, Kosi, Gandak swell
Bihar | Sep 12, 2026, 08:05 AM ISTBihar's flood situation remains severe, with more than 47 lakh people affected across 15 districts and several major rivers flowing above danger levels. Authorities have intensified rescue and relief operations with boats, community kitchens, and relief camps.