Bihar
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Bihar launches ‘Vidya Saathi’ teacher support app for JEE, NEET aspirants
Education | Aug 28, 2026, 12:06 PM ISTFor the matric, Class 10 exam aspirants, the app will provide teachers' guidance across subjects, while for the intermediate, 12th Science stream students, the facility will support board exams along with JEE and NEET preparations.
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From university to 1 crore jobs: Samrat Choudhary's Raksha Bandhan gift to women in Bihar
Bihar | Aug 27, 2026, 08:12 PM ISTCM Samrat Chaudhary made several other significant announcements, including the establishment of a women's university in the state a day ahead of Raksha Bandhan.
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BPSC TRE-4 exam to be held in single stage, announces Bihar CM after students protest
Jobs | Aug 27, 2026, 11:45 PM ISTThe BPSC TRE-4 exam in Bihar will now be conducted in a single stage following student protests and a major announcement by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.
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Nepal flash floods trigger flood alert in Bihar, UP, Uttarakhand, next 24 hours crucial
India | Aug 27, 2026, 09:27 AM ISTThe devastating floods in Nepal have triggered a high alert across Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, with authorities closely monitoring rivers and vulnerable border areas. Nine districts in Bihar and seven in Uttar Pradesh have been placed on alert.
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Nepal flood triggers alert in Bihar as Gandak faces flash flood risk; Shah dials Samrat Choudhary
Bihar | Aug 26, 2026, 11:32 PM ISTNepal's flood has triggered a high alert in Bihar as the Gandak River faces a possible surge and flash flood threat. Authorities are deploying NDRF teams and preparing evacuation, shelters and relief measures.
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Bihar accident: Five killed as speeding car rams into crowd performing kirtan in Supaul
Bihar | Aug 26, 2026, 08:25 AM ISTThe deceased were identified as Surendra Yadav (45), a resident of Ward 15 of Kataiya Panchayat, Tilai alias Tilo Das (65), and Raju Das (50), both residents of Ward 12.
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Aaj Ki Baat : Students protest in Bihar, what changes did government make in exams?
Aaj Ki Baat | Aug 26, 2026, 03:59 PM ISTAfter Delhi and Jharkhand, the fire of student protests has now reached Bihar. Today in Patna, students attempted to lay siege to the Chief Minister's residence. A confrontation with the police ensued; the police exercised restraint and resorted to a mild lathi-charge.
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'Khan Sir may get me killed because I know about his alleged affair': Woman files FIR in Patna
Bihar | Aug 25, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTA woman from Uttar Pradesh has filed an FIR at Patna's Pirbahore police station, alleging a threat to her life from teacher Faizal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir. She has also made allegations regarding his purported relationship with her friend.
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Students march to Bihar CM residence, clash with cops as chaos grips Patna over BPSC row | VIDEO
Bihar | Aug 25, 2026, 12:37 PM ISTProtesting students are demanding the cancellation of the 70th BPSC exam, alleging a paper leak and other irregularities, and have been staging demonstrations at Gardanibagh over concerns about the transparency of the examination.
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Bihar PhD students end 21-day hunger strike after talks with Governor, key demands get assurance
Bihar | Aug 24, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTBihar PhD students ended their 21-day hunger strike after talks with the Governor. A committee will review assistant professor recruitment rules and key demands within 15 days.
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BPSC exam controller's controversial remark triggers action, CM Samrat Choudhary orders suspension
Bihar | Aug 24, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTBihar CM Samrat Choudhary has directed the General Administration Department to suspend BPSC Examination Controller Rajesh Kumar Singh after a video of his controversial remark went viral.
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BPSC TRE-4 exam likely to be held between December and January, will be conducted in two stages
Bihar | Aug 24, 2026, 03:20 PM ISTController of Examinations Rajesh Kumar Singh said that the date of the TRE-4 exam cannot be announced yet because we do not yet know how many candidates will fill out the forms.
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Stampede-like situation at Singheshwar Temple in Bihar's Madhepura; several injured | VIDEO
Bihar | Aug 24, 2026, 12:01 PM ISTAround half a dozen people were injured following a stampede at the Singheshwar Temple in Bihar's Madhepura. They were taken to a hospital for treatment later, officials said.
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Bihar's 336-km expressway to transform connectivity across 13 districts, cut travel time to 4-5 hrs
Bihar | Aug 20, 2026, 07:17 PM ISTBihar has approved a 336-km, six-lane greenfield expressway connecting Buxar and Bhagalpur through 13 districts. The project could reduce the journey between the two cities from 10-12 hours to around 4-5 hours.
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Why are aspirants protesting in Patna despite 32,000+ teacher vacancies: Check their demands
Bihar | Aug 18, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTThe Bihar government has issued a notification for the recruitment of over 32,000 positions under TRE-4 in the state. However, students are still protesting in Patna.
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Bihar students demand teacher job exam notice in 24 hours, threaten protest at minister's residence
Bihar | Aug 18, 2026, 03:46 PM ISTThe protesting students are demanding a single-tier examination in BPSC-TRE 4, strict action against those who got jobs through corrupt practices, transparency in BSSC recruitments, and action against exam mafias.
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Broken barricades, swelling crowd, rumours: How the Lakhisarai tragedy unfolded
Bihar | Aug 17, 2026, 10:07 AM ISTThe tragedy at the Ashokdham Temple in the Lakhisarai district of Bihar left at least seven people dead. Officials said a huge crowd had arrived at the temple and a possible rumour could have caused the incident.
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7 killed in stampede-like incident in Lakhisarai's Ashokdham Temple; President, PM, CM 'pained'
Bihar | Aug 17, 2026, 12:00 PM ISTThe incident happened at the Ashokdham Temple in Bihar's Lakhisarai on Monday morning. According to officials, an electric wire fell that triggered panic among the people present there.
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Four people dead after inhaling toxic gas in Bihar's Gaya Ji, govt announces financial assistance
Bihar | Aug 14, 2026, 08:14 PM ISTGiving details, SSP Sushil Kumar said all four died after reportedly inhaling toxic gas inside the well. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary expressed grief over the incident, and directed officials concerned to provide ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh each to the kin of the deceased.
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Bihar NEET-UG paper leak: Who are the three accused arrested, including two MBBS doctors?
Bihar | Aug 14, 2026, 06:17 PM ISTThe EOU arrested the main accused, Dr Ujjwal Raj, from outside the examination centre at Aryabhatta Knowledge University in Patna. During the investigation, a Scorpio car and Rs 295,000 in cash were recovered from him.