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Students Clash with Police in Patna Over Exam Irregularities
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesndtv1h ago3 sources

Students Clash with Police in Patna Over Exam Irregularities

Students in Patna clashed with police during protests demanding the cancellation of the 70th BPSC exam due to alleged irregularities. Chaotic scenes unfolded as students broke barricades and marched towards the Raj Bhavan.

Chaos during Bihar temple stampede
Worldindian-express8d ago

Chaos during Bihar temple stampede

A witness recounts the chaotic scenes during a temple stampede in Bihar, India, where a large crowd reportedly entered the queue, leading to the incident.

NCAER Research Recommends Lifting Bihar Alcohol Ban
PoliticsTimes of India17d ago

NCAER Research Recommends Lifting Bihar Alcohol Ban

A recent study by NCAER advocates for the removal of the alcohol prohibition in Bihar, suggesting it has not curbed crime but instead fueled illicit activities, and that lifting it could foster state growth and enhance capital spending.

Nitish Kumar Meets PM Modi After BJP Bypoll Losses in Bihar and MP
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express20d ago2 sources

Nitish Kumar Meets PM Modi After BJP Bypoll Losses in Bihar and MP

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar met with Prime Minister Modi following significant bypoll defeats for the BJP in Bankipur, Bihar, and Datia, Madhya Pradesh. The BJP has begun an internal review to assess the reasons for these electoral setbacks.

Prashant Kishor Leads in Bihar's Bankipur Bypoll, Challenging BJP
Worldhindustan-timesindian-express22d ago2 sources

Prashant Kishor Leads in Bihar's Bankipur Bypoll, Challenging BJP

Political strategist Prashant Kishor has taken a significant lead in the Bankipur by-election in Bihar, posing a challenge to the BJP's stronghold in the region. This bypoll is seen as a crucial test for Kishor's political debut and holds implications for both the BJP and RJD.

Indian Student in Russia Falsely Charged in Bihar Protests
WorldAl JazeeraTimes of Indiandtv27d ago3 sources

Indian Student in Russia Falsely Charged in Bihar Protests

An Indian student currently in Russia claims he has been wrongly charged in connection with NEET protests in Bihar, despite having been out of the country for four months. He is questioning his inclusion in the First Information Report (FIR).

Bihar Student's Arrested Video Sparks Political Outcry
hindustan-timesndtv28d ago2 sources

Bihar Student's Arrested Video Sparks Political Outcry

A video showing a Bihar student asking his mother if she had eaten while being transported in a police van went viral, leading to criticism from the Congress party. The party slammed the felicitation of a minister in Parliament, drawing a parallel to the student's situation.

Attempted Murder Charge Added in CJP Protest Violence Case
Worldhindustan-timesndtv1mo ago2 sources

Attempted Murder Charge Added in CJP Protest Violence Case

Delhi police have added an attempted murder charge in a case related to violence during a CJP protest. This development comes as Tej Pratap Yadav of the RJD appealed to CJP's Abhijeet Dipke to visit Bihar to help oppose the BJP.

Maharashtra TET Paper Leak Kingpin Arrested in Bihar
FinanceTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express1mo ago3 sources

Maharashtra TET Paper Leak Kingpin Arrested in Bihar

Bijendra Gupta, the main accused and alleged kingpin in the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) paper leak case, has been arrested in Bihar. His arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the examination fraud.

Supreme Court Orders Removal of Patna Ganga Encroachments
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express1mo ago2 sources

Supreme Court Orders Removal of Patna Ganga Encroachments

The Supreme Court of India has directed the Bihar government to remove all encroachments along the Ganga river in Patna within six weeks. This ruling aims to clear illegal constructions and restore the riverfront.

Bihar Exam Protests Turn Violent, Internet Suspended Near Jantar Mantar
Politicsindian-expressndtv1mo ago2 sources

Bihar Exam Protests Turn Violent, Internet Suspended Near Jantar Mantar

Protests against exam irregularities in Bihar escalated into violence, with lathicharge and stone-pelting reported in three districts following a rally at Jantar Mantar. Mobile internet services have been suspended within a 1.5-km radius of Jantar Mantar until midnight in response to the unrest.

Kanishka Narayan Appointed UK's First AI Minister
PoliticsBBCTimes of Indiahindustan-times+1indian-express1mo ago4 sources

Kanishka Narayan Appointed UK's First AI Minister

Indian-origin MP Kanishka Narayan has been appointed as the United Kingdom's first AI minister. This new role comes as the UK government undergoes a shake-up of its technology department.

Man Dies in Furnace Blast at Chennai Factory
Businesshindustan-times1mo ago

Man Dies in Furnace Blast at Chennai Factory

A 26-year-old man from Bihar died after suffering severe burn injuries in a furnace blast at a metal melting factory near Chennai. Police reported the incident occurred around 10 AM.

Supreme Court Mandates Transparent Donation System for Bankey Bihari Temple
Businesshindustan-timesmoneycontrol2h ago2 sources

Supreme Court Mandates Transparent Donation System for Bankey Bihari Temple

The Supreme Court has ordered the implementation of a transparent donation system for the Bankey Bihari temple in Vrindavan, emphasizing that offerings must first go to the deity. The court also warned against any pilferage and stated that no impediments to the temple's redevelopment would be tolerated.

Suresh Oberoi Recalls BJP Stint, Praises Modi-Shah-Yogi
PoliticsTimes of India6d ago

Suresh Oberoi Recalls BJP Stint, Praises Modi-Shah-Yogi

Veteran actor Suresh Oberoi reflected on his 2004 stint with the BJP, recalling meetings with LK Advani and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and explained his eventual distancing from active politics while praising Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and Yogi Adityanath.

Bihar Assembly Polls Record Higher Turnout Than Western Nations
Businesseconomic-timesTimes of Indiamoneycontrol9d ago3 sources

Bihar Assembly Polls Record Higher Turnout Than Western Nations

Bihar's assembly polls in 2025 recorded a higher voter turnout than the US, UK, and France, according to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This achievement is attributed to the successful implementation of the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program.

Orban Critic András Baka Nominated for Hungarian President
Politicsbloombergle-mondedr-dk+28yle-uutisetnostagesschauder-spiegelder-standardirozhlasorfrzeczpospolita+20 more16d ago31 sources

Orban Critic András Baka Nominated for Hungarian President

András Baka, a former Supreme Court judge previously dismissed by Viktor Orbán, has been nominated as a candidate for the Hungarian presidency. This unexpected nomination of an Orbán critic by the ruling party has sparked discussions about his potential role and challenges.

Prashant Kishor Leads in Bankipur Bypoll Against BJP
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express22d ago2 sources

Prashant Kishor Leads in Bankipur Bypoll Against BJP

Political strategist Prashant Kishor is leading in the Bankipur by-election in Bihar, taking an early lead over the BJP candidate. Kishor views this as a significant message to the BJP and a potential 'beginning of the end' for the party.

Bihar CM Launches Heli-Tourism Scheme
Worldindian-express1mo ago

Bihar CM Launches Heli-Tourism Scheme

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has launched a new heli-tourism scheme, aiming to promote the state and place it on the 'world tourism map'.

Three Dead in Bihar Liquor Gang Violence
WorldTimes of India1mo ago

Three Dead in Bihar Liquor Gang Violence

Three alleged liquor smugglers have died in Samastipur district over four days amid ongoing conflict between liquor gangs in 'dry' Bihar. Incidents include a double murder and a kidnapping-murder.

Analysis of Punjab's Sizable Migrant Demography
Worldndtv7d ago

Analysis of Punjab's Sizable Migrant Demography

Government data reveals that migrant laborers constitute 12 to 15 percent of Punjab's population, with the majority (80 to 90 percent) originating from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, highlighting a significant demographic trend.

Seven Killed in Indian Temple Stampede
WorldAPReutersAl Jazeera+20dr-dkaftonbladetDWle-figaroSCMPder-standardorfel-mundo+12 more8d ago23 sources

Seven Killed in Indian Temple Stampede

At least seven people died and dozens were injured in a stampede at a Hindu temple in Ujjain, India. The incident occurred during a religious gathering at the Mahakal Nagchandreshwar temple.

Modi and Nitish Kumar Meet Following Bankipur Defeat
Politicshindustan-times20d ago

Modi and Nitish Kumar Meet Following Bankipur Defeat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar held their first meeting since Kumar became a Rajya Sabha MP, a day after the Bankipur defeat. The agenda for their discussion was primarily focused on Bihar's development.

Prashant Kishor Wins Bankipur Bypoll, Ending BJP's Decades-Long Hold
PoliticsbloombergTimes of Indiahindustan-times+2indian-expressndtv21d ago5 sources

Prashant Kishor Wins Bankipur Bypoll, Ending BJP's Decades-Long Hold

Political strategist Prashant Kishor secured a significant victory in the Bankipur by-election, unseating the BJP from a seat it had held for 30 years. His win is seen as a potential wake-up call for the ruling party and has prompted introspection within the BJP.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Achieves Second-Highest Opening Weekend Ever
CultureBBCNYTcnbc+14helsingin-sanomatforbeshvgThe Independentindex-hrTimes of Indiavarietyhollywood-reporter+6 more22d ago17 sources

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Achieves Second-Highest Opening Weekend Ever

The film 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' has achieved the second-highest opening weekend in box office history, earning $355 million domestically and $927 million globally. This strong performance contributed to a record-breaking collective weekend for the box office, alongside 'The Odyssey'.

Bihar and Assam Withdraw Cases Against NEET Protesters After CJP Talks
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv28d ago4 sources

Bihar and Assam Withdraw Cases Against NEET Protesters After CJP Talks

The governments of Bihar and Assam have agreed to withdraw cases and release detainees involved in protests against the NEET paper leak, following midnight talks and pressure from the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) organization. This decision marks a significant win for students and the CJP, though other states like West Bengal have yet to issue similar orders.

Protests Erupt Globally Over Various Social and Political Issues
WorldBBCbloombergFT+32The GuardianAl JazeerafazDWder-standardFrance 24orfrzeczpospolita+24 more28d ago35 sources

Protests Erupt Globally Over Various Social and Political Issues

Protests are escalating worldwide, with demonstrations against mass tourism on Mallorca turning violent and Gen Z protesters in India influencing political debate. Meanwhile, Pakistan-administered Kashmir holds elections amidst protests, and Albanian police are accused of brutality during parliamentary gatherings.

Worldndtv1mo ago

Fatal Accidents in Bihar and Jharkhand

Three women workers were killed and six injured when a tractor overturned in Araria, Bihar. Separately, a police officer died and three others were injured after a police van collided with a parked truck in Dhanbad, Jharkhand.