Congress claims Mallikarjun Kharge`s helicopter checked in Bihar
Kharge on Saturday addressed back-to-back Lok Sabha elections 2024 rallies in Samastipur and Muzaffarpur in the state
Cong Claims Kharges Helicopter Checked In Bihar, Says Poll Officials Targeting Oppn Leaders
NEW DELHI, May 12: Opposition leaders are being targeted by poll officials, the Congress alleged on Sunday, claiming that while its chief Mallikarjun Kharges helicopter was checked in Bihars Samastipur, leaders of the BJP-led NDA were being allowed to move freely. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Kharge on Saturday addressed back-to-back Lok Sabha election rallies in Samastipur and Muzaffarpur in the state. Congress leader Rahul Gandhis helicopter was checked in Kerala and, now, party president Kharges has been [] The post Cong Claims Kharges Helicopter Checked In Bihar, Says Poll Officials Targeting Oppn Leaders appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kharges helicopter checked, officials targeting oppn leaders:
New Delhi: Opposition leaders are being targeted by poll officials, the Congress alleged on Sunday, claiming that while its chief Mallikarjun Kharges helicopter was checked in Bihars Samastipur, leaders of the BJP-led NDA were being allowed to move freely. Kharge on Saturday addressed back-to-back Lok Sabha election rallies in Samastipur and Muzaffarpur in the state. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Modi to Embark on Two-Day Bihar Itinerary, Including Roadshow and Three Public Rallies
Modi to Embark on Two-Day Bihar Itinerary, Including Roadshow and Three Public Rallies Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a roadshow in Patna on Sunday evening, followed by three election rallies elsewhere in Bihar, a day later. This is the first political visit to the state capital by the prime minister since the March 2009 rally at the historic Gandhi Maidan. He was on an official visit here a couple of years ago for a function held by the Bihar Assembly. Foolproof security arrangements are in place across the city. There will be a complete ban on flying drones in any locality and plying of vehicles will remain suspended on the roadshow route, Senior Superintendent of Police Rajeev Mishra told PTI. The roadshow will commence at the Income Tax office roundabout, situated a few hundred metres from the state BJP headquarters, and conclude at Udyog Bhavan in the vicinity of Gandhi Maidan, passing through crowded localities like Fraser Road, Exhibition Road, Kadam Kuan and Sahitya Sammelan. Barricades have been erected on both sides of the road along the route and commercial establishments, which are aplenty in the area, are likely to remain closed, even as the SSP said forces would be deployed on rooftops of many buildings to keep a tight vigil. The BJP is predictably enthused by the prime ministers blitzkrieg that comes just a day ahead of the fourth phase of polling elsewhere in the state, with three more still to go. Posters and billboards urging the people to turn up for The Modi Show have been put up at various points. The people of the city are known for their immense affection for the prime minister. We request them to welcome Modi, the first PM to hold a roadshow in Bihar, by decorating their houses with flowers, said Ravi Shankar Prasad, a former Union minister and the local BJP MP, seeking re-election from Patna Sahib seat. Prasad also hit the streets late Saturday evening, along with Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and state BJP president Samrat Choudhary, among others, to take stock of the preparedness for the roadshow. Ram Kripal Yadav, who represents the adjoining constituency of Patliputra, covering rural Patna, said, I may be the MP of Patliputra but I am a voter of Patna Sahib. The prime ministers visit to the city is a matter of pride for me. After the roadshow, the Prime Minister is scheduled to retire for the night at the Raj Bhavan. On Monday, he is scheduled to visit Takht Harmandir, the famous Sikh shrine situated in the old city area, where Guru Gobind Singh was born and spent his childhood. He will, thereafter, hit the campaign trail and address election rallies in Hajipur, where BJP ally Chirag Paswan is in the fray, besides Muzaffarpur and Saran, which is witnessing a heated contest between saffron party veteran Rajiv Pratap Rudy and Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD president Lalu Prasad. Modi has already held as many as seven election rallies in the state where the total number of Lok Sabha seats is 40.
PM Modi's Speeches Feature Congress and Gandhi Family More Prominently than Lord Ram, Alleges Kharge in Bihar PM takes names of Congress, Gandhi family more than that of Lord Ram: Kharge in Bihar's Muzaffarpur.
Man held in Muzaffarpur for issuing threats to Nupur Sharma, right wing leader
Man held in Muzaffarpur for issuing threats to Nupur Sharma, right wing leader Patna: In a joint operation, Surat and Muzaffarpur Police have arrested an accused for threatening the former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma and a right wing leader named Updesh Rana on Friday. The accused was identified as Mohammad Shahnawaz Ali, a native [] The post Man held in Muzaffarpur for issuing threats to Nupur Sharma, right wing leader appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Travel tips: There is a gathering of devotees in these temples of Bihar, tourists arrive in lakhs
Bihar also has an important place among various states of India which is known for its rich history, art, dance and heritage. Bihar has a glorious history of more than 3000 years in which temples also have great importance. Bihar is also considered the birthplace of the world's two largest religions, Buddhism and Jainism. Talking about tourism in Bihar, the tourist places here include many temples which reflect the culture and history of this place. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some such temples of Bihar which are visited by lakhs of tourists every year and there is a gathering of devotees every day. Let us know about these temples... Janaki Temple There is a grand Janaki temple in Punaura village, 5 km west of Sitamarhi city, which is considered to be the birth place of Mother Sita. The story related to this is that once there was a severe famine in Mithila and King Janak was advised to plow the fields. After worshiping Mahadev, when King Janak was plowing, an earthen vessel emerged from the ground, in which Mother Sita was found in her infant state. Now there is a Haleshwar temple at this place and it is believed that a king named Videha built this Shiva temple here for Putreshti Yagya. There is also a lake named Janaki Kund here, bathing in which is said to give birth to a child. Mother Sita's marriage also took place at this place and the ancient Peepal tree is still present as a witness to this. Let us tell you that this place is located at a distance of about 4 hours from Patna where the distance between them is about 138 kilometers. You can reach here by road and train also. Mangala Gauri Temple If you are in the holy city of Gaya, you must visit Mangala Gauri Temple, one of the most famous temples of Bihar. Mangala Gauri Temple is one of the 18 Shaktipeeths of India. It is mentioned in sacred texts like Padma Purana, Vayu Purana, Agni Purana. This holy temple is dedicated to Sati. It is believed that a part of Sati's body had fallen at this place. The architecture and grandeur of this small temple is something that will definitely fascinate you. This temple remains open from 6 am to 8 pm. Ashokdham Temple Ashokdham Temple is also known as Indramaneshwar Mahadev Temple. This temple is located in Lakhisarai, Bihar. On the day of Mahashivratri, lakhs of devotees come here to worship Lord Shiva. According to the official website of Lakhisarai district, on April 7, 1977, a boy named Ashok had discovered a huge Shivalinga from under the ground here. On 11 February 1973, Shankaracharya of Jagannathpuri laid the foundation stone of the temple complex here. The present temple was renovated on 15 November 2002 under the Shri Indradamneshwar Mahadev Temple Trust. Mahavir Temple Mahavir Temple located near Patna Junction is one of the most sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Hanuman. This is one of the best and oldest Hanuman temples in the country. Mahavir Temple is the most famous temple of North India. Lakhs of devotees visit the temple every year. The statue of Sankat Mochan holds a special place in the hearts of the devotees. On the holy occasion of Ram Navami, thousands of devotees come to this temple for darshan and worship. This temple, associated with the faith of millions of devotees, is known for its religious importance and beliefs. There is a belief about this temple that the wishes of every devotee who comes here is definitely fulfilled, no devotee returns empty handed from here. Mithila Shakti Peetha Located in Darbhanga near the border of India and Nepal, this Mithila Shakti Peeth is considered to be one of the 52 Shakti Peethas. This Peetha has great importance in Sanatan Dharma. It is believed that the left shoulder of Goddess Sati had fallen at this place. The idol of Goddess Uma and Lord Mahodar is installed in this temple, people come from far and wide to worship it. In this Shakti Peeth, Uma is worshiped in the form of Mahadevi. Let us tell you that the distance from Patna to Darbhanga is 139 kilometers where you can go by train as well as by road. Vishnupad Temple Vishnupad temple is situated on the banks of Mokshadayini Falgu river in Gaya district which is also described in Ramayana. This temple is also known for its grandeur and splendor. The height of this temple is about 100 feet while the Sabha Mandap has 44 pillars. Vishnupad temple has a 40 cm long footprint of Vishnu with nine symbols including Shankam, Chakram and Gadham. Let us tell you that it is built on a solid rock and silver work has been done on it. Regarding the name of this temple full of grandeur, it is believed that it was named after the demon named Gayasur. There is a long story behind this too. On the occasion of Pitru Paksha, a huge crowd of devotees gather here and people come here to offer prayers to their ancestors. It is believed that by seeing the feet of Lord Vishnu after the tarpan, all the sorrows are destroyed and the ancestors reach the sacred world. Let us tell you that the distance from Patna to here is about 100 kilometers and you can easily reach here by train, bus, taxi. Baba Garib Nath Temple Baba Garibnath Temple of Lord Shiva, located in Muzaffarpur, is one of the ancient temples of Bihar. According to religious beliefs, this temple is three hundred years old. Earlier there used to be a dense forest at this place. There were seven Peepal trees in the middle of this forest. While cutting trees, a blood-red substance started coming out from them and a huge Shivalinga was found inside one of them. After which the worship of Lord Shiva started here. Patan Devi Temple The history of Patan Devi Temple in Patna, the capital of Bihar is considered quite interesting. Local people believe that this temple protects the city of Patna and hence the temple is also known as Rakshika Bhagwati Patneshwari. Patandevi temple is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths where the thigh of Mata Sati had fallen. Idols of Mahalakshmi, Mahasaraswati and Mahakali are also installed inside this temple and worship is done here with great pomp during the days of Navratri. After marriage, the new couple comes here for darshan and pray for good luck and happy married life. (PC: Lifeberrys)
Patna Suffers from Alarming Air Pollution Levels
Patna Suffers from Alarming Air Pollution Levels Patna was the second most polluted city in India on Sunday, recording an air quality index (AQI) of 316, which is classified as 'very poor'. Other cities in the state that recorded 'poor' AQI are Siwan (282), Muzaffarpur (233), Hajipur (232) and Bettiah (221). Greater Noida in UP was the most polluted city in the country with an AQI of 346, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) bulletin at 4 pm. 'Very poor' air quality causes respiratory illness on prolonged exposure, according to the CPCB. AQI is an assessment of air quality that takes into account pollutants, including PM 2.5 -- particulate matter less than 2.5 microns, and PM 10. Bihar State Pollution Control Board (BSPCB) chairman Devendra Kumar Shukla told PTI, ''It is true that the air quality has deteriorated in certain cities of the state. It is because of low wind speed, ongoing construction activities without following pollution control measures and recent fire incidents in Patna and surrounding areas.'' He said civic bodies will have to start sprinkling water to check the deteriorating AQI in the state capital. ''Rain will certainly bring some immediate relief. The BSPCB will soon intensify its drive to check deteriorating AQI levels in certain cities of the state,'' he added.
New Vande Bharat trains will be run from Muzaffarpur, Patna, Jaynagar to Delhi, in which there will also be a sleeper version on one route. New Amrit Bharat will also run from Raxaul to Delhi and Vande Bharat will run from Saharsa to Howrah route. New Vande Bharat: Bihar is soon going to get Vande [] The post New Vande Bharat: This state will get new Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains, check route and other details first appeared on informalnewz .
New Vande Bharat Express will run from these 2 cities to Delhi, route will be announced soon
Vande Bharat Express: Railway officials say that the operation of Vande Bharat will save five to six hours of time in traveling from Muzaffarpur to Delhi. At present, the superfast train takes about 18 hours. Vande Bharat Express Train: Railway Board can start operating Vande Bharat Train anytime after June 15 from Muzaffarpur and Jaynagar [] The post New Vande Bharat Express will run from these 2 cities to Delhi, route will be announced soon first appeared on informalnewz .
The weekly Tirhut Express and Muzaffarpur-Howrah Jansadharan Express running between Muzaffarpur and Kolkata will be renamed as Amrit Bharat Train. Its preparation was going on for two years but Chennai Coach Factory has increased the production, hence this train will be run for the convenience of the passengers. Regarding its preparation, Sonpur DRM has given [] The post Amrit Bharat Train: Two new Amrit Bharat trains will run on this route, check route and other details first appeared on informalnewz .
BJP-NDA is poised for a resounding victory in Bihar under Modis leadership: Nadda
Araria/Muzaffarpur, May 2 (UNI) BJP-NDA is poised for a resounding victory in Bihar under the steadfast leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claimed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), National President J.P Nadda and emphasised that while the BJP stood for service and good governance, the RJD and Congress symbolised corruption, misrule, and dynastic politics. While addressing... The post BJP-NDA is poised for a resounding victory in Bihar under Modis leadership: Nadda first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
Court Dismisses Anticipatory Bail Request of RJD LS Candidate Vijay Kumar Shukla in Land Seizure Case A court in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of Vijay Kumar Shukla alias Munna Shukla, the RJD candidate from Vaishali Lok Sabha seat, in a case of alleged land grab. Shukla had moved the anticipatory bail petition on April 3 in the case wherein his wife Annu Shukla, a former MLA from Lalganj, is also an accused along with three others. A case of alleged land grab was registered against Shukla, also a former JD(U) MLA, and others by the Sadar police station (Muzaffarpur) in August 2023, following a directive by a local court. The court had issued the directive on the basis of a complaint filed by an aggrieved party. It was alleged in the complaint that the accused grabbed the land on the National Highway connecting Muzaffarpur and Hajipur on the basis of forged documents. Talking to PTI, Sushil Kumar, lawyer of Shukla, said, ''The anticipatory bail plea of my client in the case was rejected by the court of Additional District Judge-5 (Muzaffarpur) after hearing on the matter on Friday. We will challenge this order in the competent court.'' Shukla, who recently joined RJD and is contesting Lok Sabha polls from Vaishali as the nominee of the 'Grand Alliance', told PTI on Sunday, ''The case against me is a conspiracy to malign my image. I have full faith in the judiciary. I will challenge this order of the court before the high court.'' Shukla is pitted against Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas)'s Veena Devi. The Chirag Paswan-led Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is an alliance partner of the NDA in Bihar. Vaishali along with Valmiki Nagar, Paschim Champaran, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Gopalganj, Siwan and Maharajganj will go for polls on May 25.
Western Railway to run 4 pairs of summer special trains to various destinations
Western Railway introduces 4 summer special trains with special fares, covering routes like Mumbai Central-Patna-Surat, Bandra Terminus-Gorakhpur-Ujjain, Udhna-Jaynagar-Ujjain, and Udhna-Muzaffarpur. Specific departure and arrival timings provided for easy travel planning.
A cop of the Railway Protection Force was burnt alive as the fire fighting device exploded while he was dousing the flames in a sleeper coach of Balsad-Muzaffarpur Express at Muzaffarpur railway station under East Central Railways on Monday.
RPF constable dies while controlling smoke billowing from empty train coach in Muzaffarpur
RPF constable dies controlling smoke in empty train coach at Muzaffarpur railway station, cause under investigation
Railway Cop Dies While Controlling Smoke Billowing From Empty Train Coach
A constable of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) died allegedly while controlling smoke billowing out from an empty coach of a train at Muzaffarpur railway station here on Monday, officials said.
Tragic Loss: RPF Constable Sacrifices Life While Quelling Fire in Empty Train Coach in Muzaffarpur
Tragic Loss: RPF Constable Sacrifices Life While Quelling Fire in Empty Train Coach in Muzaffarpur A constable of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) died allegedly while controlling smoke billowing out from an empty coach of a train at Muzaffarpur railway station here on Monday, officials said. The deceased RPF constable has been identified as Vinod Yadav. CPRO of East Central Railway Birendra Kumar told PTI, ''Prima facie it appears that the incident took place when the victim noticed smoke billowing out from a coach of the empty Valsad-Muzaffarpur train at Muzaffarpur railway station at around 7 am. Preliminary inputs from the site suggest that he immediately picked up a fire extinguisher.the moment he tried to open the extinguisher, it burst outthis caused him severe injuries.'' The entire train was empty when the incident took place, the CPRO said, adding the train had terminated at Muzaffarpur railway station. ''It was not a fire. It was only smoke billowing out from the coach. The injured RPF constable was immediately taken to the nearest hospital. He succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at the hospital. The smoke coming out from the empty coach was immediately brought under control. The exact cause of the incident can be known only after a thorough probe. An inquiry will be ordered to ascertain the cause of incident'', he said. Talking to reporters at Muzaffarpur railway station, Amresh Kumar (IG-Rail), said, ''It is a very tragic incident. The exact cause of the incident can be known after completion of the inquiry. All evidence collected from the site has been sent for forensic examination''.
NHAI Identifies 33 Highway Stretches For Monetisation Through ToT/InvIT Modes
The identified stretches include Lucknow-Aligarh, Kanpur-Ayodhya-Gorakhpur, and Bareilly-Sitapur in Uttar Pradesh, Gurugram-Kotputli-Jaipur bypass and Jaipur-Kishangarh in Rajasthan, Panikoili-Rimuli in Odisha, Chennai bypass in Tamil Nadu, and Muzaffarpur-Darbhanga-Purnia highway in Bihar.
A division bench of the Apex Court headed by Justice Bela Trivedi and Justice Pankaj Mithal passed the orders over a Special Leave Petition (SLP) by the family of Usha Sinha, former Union Minister, and her sons for the modification of the Patna High Court order dated February 26
Modi govt gave Bihar raw deal: Cong
Modi govt gave Bihar raw deal: Cong The Congress attacked the Modi government on Tuesday over key issues of Bihar, and asked why has the state not been granted special category status as promised. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh hit out at the prime minister ahead of his poll rallies in Bihar. ''Today's questions for PM Modi as he heads to Bihar: Why hasn't Bihar been granted Special Category Status as the PM had promised?'' Ramesh said on X. When will the Modi government address the flooding of the Kosi river and what happened to the airports that the PM promised, he asked. ''Jumla details below: After 10 years in power at the Centre, and 15 years in power in Bihar, why has the Modi Sarkar failed to deliver Special Category Status in the state? As per the Centre's own Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) Report, Bihar ranked as the poorest state in India, and 52% of the state's population lacks access to requisite health, education and living standards,'' Ramesh said. In 2013, the Raghuram Rajan Committee recommended a new methodology for devolving funds that is based on a multi-dimensional index instead of SCS to account for a state's economic backwardness, he pointed out. ''In 2014, when campaigning for his current position, Mr. Modi effectively promised special state status for Bihar. Ten years later, what is the Modi Sarkar waiting for? Why has the PM forgotten the people of Bihar?'' he said. Noting that every monsoon, the Kosi river floods its banks, completely devastating the surrounding area, Ramesh said millions of people are affected by the Kosi's flooding - standing crops are regularly ruined and families are displaced for months on end. ''The double-engine sarkar builds and rebuilds embankments, only for them to be inevitably washed away during the next flood. Residents have likened this to the 'goose that lays the golden eggs' -- popular sentiment holds that the BJP's favoured contractors are receiving kickbacks each time an embankment is rebuilt,'' he alleged. ''Apart from this, the BJP government loves to blame upstream Nepal for opening the barrage gates, without making any diplomatic efforts to find a solution. Why is the Modi Sarkar ignoring the plight of millions of flood victims?'' he said. Has the misery of people in Mithilanchal and Kosi become another opportunity for the BJP's monetary gain, Ramesh asked. ''PM Modi promised an airport in Purnia on 18th August, 2015. Six years and three Nitish Kumar U-turns later, his government is yet to fulfil the promise. In Muzaffarpur, the Modi Sarkar promised a fully operational airport by Diwali 2023. Today, not a single flight lands in the airport. In Bhagalpur, the Administration has barely started the process to set up a commercially viable airport - after years of empty promises from the BJP and JDU,'' he said. For a Government that claims to have focused on infrastructure development, why has the Modi government given Bihar such a poor deal, Ramesh asked. ''Why have these three airport projects been neglected for the last ten years?'' Ramesh said and asked the PM to break his ''silence'' on these issues.
Every year a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to encephalitis, due to which the risk of death is also seen to be high. The government is continuously running a campaign to prevent this dangerous disease, although it remains a big threat. According to recent media reports, cases of Chamki fever are once again increasing in some districts of Bihar. In Muzaffarpur, about 14 people have been admitted to the hospital after showing symptoms of Chamki fever, although the test reports of the patients are still awaited. According to reports, 7 children each were admitted to the hospital in the PICU of Muzaffarpur on both Saturday and Sunday. The team of doctors is continuously monitoring the children. A blood sample has been sent for testing, the report is awaited. Health experts have advised all people to continue taking measures to prevent fever. Let us know what are the causes of Chamki fever and how can children be kept safe from it. Cases are being seen in Uttar Pradesh- Bihar Many states of Bihar have been victims of this serious disease Muzaffarpur is one of them. For the last several years, cases of encephalitis in many states including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have been a cause of great concern for health experts. Cases of encephalitis can be caused by both bacterial and viral infections. Due to this, the risk of brain inflammation increases which can also have serious side effects. Although this disease can occur at any age, children have been seen to be its biggest victims. What are the causes of encephalitis? The problem of encephalitis can occur due to viral-bacterial infection, autoimmune inflammation, insect bites, or some types of diseases, in which there is swelling in the brain. About 70% of encephalitis cases are caused by viral infection, with young children (one year of age and younger) and the elderly (65 years of age and older) being most at risk. In case of an encounter with the virus, there may be a problem of swelling in the brain. The symptoms of this disease worsen with time and in some situations, it can even be fatal. What are its symptoms? Encephalitis usually starts with symptoms like fever and headache. If this problem is not noticed or treated in time, it can lead to seizures, confusion, loss of consciousness, and even coma. Its symptoms become severe with time. In these conditions, severe headaches, vomiting, confusion, memory problems, difficulty in speaking and hearing, and unconsciousness can occur. Health experts say that everyone needs to remain vigilant to prevent encephalitis. Especially in cities where cases have already been reported, there is a need for everyone to take special precautions regarding the health of children. What to do to prevent encephalitis? Health experts say the best way to prevent viral encephalitis is to avoid contact with viruses that can cause the disease. For this, it is most important to take care of cleanliness. Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water. Do not share clothes and bedding. There is a risk of getting this disease due to the bite of some infected mosquitoes, hence it is important to take special care of the cleanliness of the surroundings. If you or your child is showing symptoms of this disease, go to the hospital immediately. (PC: ISTOCK)
Bihar: Whats common between INDIA & NDA? The rebels
PATNA : In the emerging battle between the opposition Grand Alliance and the ruling NDA, a threat common to both sides is looming: rebels. From the RJD-led front, which is yet to announce its full list of candidates, two dissidents have already gone their ways. First is MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, and second Rajballabh Yadav. In the NDA camp, BJP MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Nishad has resigned from the party and joined Congress. The buzz is that Congress may field him from Muzaffarpur. Another party MP from Buxar and Union minister Ashwini Choubey is questioning the leadership why he is replaced. I want to know the offence that I have committed for which I have not been given the ticket from Buxar, he said on Monday. Pappu Yadav raises banner of revolt as grand alliance list to be out today Bihar will have seven-phase polls. Jamui, Nawada, Gaya and Aurangabad are going to the polls in the first phase. While Pappu is a serious threat to the GAs official candidate Bima Bharti in Purnea, RJD rebel Vinod Yadav is also adding to the headache of the RJDs official candidate Shravan Kumar in Nawada. Pappu is likely to cut into not only the Yadav and other castes votes but also a substantial number of Muslim votes in Purnea. Pappu has not withdrawn despite warnings by the Congress leadership. So, RJD candidate Bharti faces a tough battle. JD(U) candidate and MP Santosh Kushwaha appears to have an edge in the given situation. Purnea goes to the polls in the second phase on April 26. Similarly, RJD official candidate Shravan Kushwaha is grappling with the challenge from rebel candidate Vinod Yadav, brother of rape convict and muscleman Rajballabh Prasad alias Rajballabh Yadav. In 2019, Rajballabhs wife Vibha Devi contested as an RJD candidate. She was pitted against Lok Janshakti Partys Chandan Singh who was elected. Similarly, former RJD MP and muscleman late Mohammad Shahabuddins wife Hena Shahab is contesting from Siwan as an Independent. Although she never demanded the RJD ticket, she is likely to eat into Muslim votes and would mar the prospects of RJD nominee Awadh Bihari Choudhary. The NDA, too, is beset with the rebel threat. BJP MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Nishad has quit the party and joined Congress. He hopes Congress would field him from Muzaffarpur. Another BJP MP from Sasaram Chedi Paswan is not happy with the party leadership after being denied the ticket from the seat. He was the winner against Congress Meira Kumar in 2019. Chedi is replaced by former MLA Shivesh Ram. The saffron rebel is learnt to have sought an appointment with Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. There is a buzz that he may join Congress and fight against Shivesh Ram. The Congress is yet to take a decision. In Buxar, Mithilesh Tiwary, a former MLA from Baikunthpur (in Buxar district) is a BJP candidate from where Ashwini Kumar Choubey won twice. Tiwary is BJPs state general secretary. He won the state polls from Baikunthpur in 2015 but lost in the 2020 assembly polls.
BJPs sitting MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Kumar Nishad joins Cong
New Delhi, Apr 2 (UNI) BJPs sitting Member of Parliament from Muzaffarpur in Bihar, Ajay Kumar Nishad on Tuesday joined Congress at the party headquarters here in presence of senior leaders. Nishad joined the party in presence of Pawan Khera Chairman, Media & Publicity Communication Department, Mohan Prakash Incharge Bihar and Akhilesh Prasad Singh Bihar... The post BJPs sitting MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Kumar Nishad joins Cong first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
BJP's sitting MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Kumar Nishad joins Congress
BJP's sitting Member of Parliament from Muzaffarpur in Bihar, Ajay Kumar Nishad on Tuesday joined Congress at the party headquarters in presence of senior leaders.
BJP's Muzaffarpur MP resigns after denial of ticket in LS polls, joins Congress
PATNA: Sulking over denial of ticket for Lok Sabha election, BJP MP Ajay Nishad on Tuesday joined Congress and is likely to contest election from Muzaffarpur on the party ticket. Nishad joined the party in the presence of senior Congress leader Pawan Khera, AICC In charge of Bihar, Mohan Prakash and state Congress president Akhilesh Prasad Singh in New Delhi. Prakash contended that Nishad joined Congress without putting any conditions. After joining Congress, he commented in 'X, Today I have accepted membership of the Congress. If there is an order from the high command, I will go to the people's court. Earlier, he posted a comment in X, Respected Nadda Ji (BJP president J P Nadda), shocked by the betrayal of BJP, I resign from all posts and primary membership of the party. Respected @JPNadda ji, shocked by the betrayal of @BJP4India , I resign from all posts and primary membership of the party. @JPNadda , @BJP4India @BJP4Bihar Ajay Nishad (@NishadSri) April 2, 2024 BJP replaced Ajay Nishad with Rajbhushan Nishad in the fifth list of candidates released by the party. Nishad had won Lok Sabha election from Muzaffarpur on BJP ticket in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections. His father, former union minister Captain Jai Narayan Nishad had also represented Muzaffarpur seat four times. Besides Nishad, BJP has dropped two more sitting MPs, union minister Ashwani Choubey and Chhedi Paswan. While BJP leadership succeeded in assuaging the ruffled feelings of Choubey, Chhedi reportedly continues to be unhappy with BJP leadership over the denial of ticket. Nishad was denied the ticket after adverse feedback against him. His supporters held a protest during Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai's recent visit to Muzaffarpur, holding him responsible for denial of ticket to their leader. On the other hand, the BJP-led NDA has allotted the ticket to Raj Bhushan Nishad, who had contested previous Lok Sabha elections as a VIP candidate. He was defeated by Ajay Nishad, who is denied ticket this time following an internal survey conducted by the saffron party.
BJP MP from Bihars Muzaffarpur, Ajay Nishad, joins Congress
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'Shocked By Betrayal' BJP MP Ajay Nishad Quits Party Ahead Of Lok Sabha Polls
Ajay Nishad was reportedly miffed with the BJP after he was denied a ticket fromMuzaffarpur.
BJP MP from Bihar's Muzaffarpur Ajay Kumar Nishad joins Congress
Nishad joined the Congress at the AICC headquarters in the presence of Bihar Congress president Akhilesh Prasad Singh, AICC in-charge of state Mohan Prakash, party's MP from Kishanganj Mohammad Javed and AICC head of media and publicity department Pawan Khera.
Bihar: BJP leader and two-time MP from Muzaffarpur, Ajay Nishad to join Congress today
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5 Must-Watch Hindi Movies of 2024: From Action to Crime Thriller
As we dive into 2024, the world ofHindi Bollywood cinemais poised to deliver a captivating array of films that promise to entertain, inspire, and resonate with audiences. From gripping action thrillers to heartwarming comedies and inspiring biographies, the lineup for 2024 is diverse and exciting. So, grab some popcorn, settle in, and get ready to add some amazing best Hindi movies to your watchlist! List of Best Hindi Movies to Watch in 2024 Main Atal Hoon (2024): A Sincere Tribute Directed by Ravi Jadhav, Main Atal Hoon is a biographical film that takes us on a journey through the life of the 10th Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee. If you want more detailed articles on this type of movie then you can visit TamilYogi, a movie review site. Starring the versatile Pankaj Tripathi in the titular role, the film aims to pay homage to Atals illustrious legacy. Although the movie doesn't delve into every detail of Vajpayee's political career, it beautifully portrays Vajpayees multifaceted persona by offering a glimpse into the defining moments that shaped him as a leader. We see his early days as a fiery orator and poet, his rise through the ranks of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and his stints as both opposition leader and Prime Minister. The film highlights his commitment to diplomacy and dialogue. Overall, Main Atal Hoon meticulously showcases Atals journeyfrom his interest in poetry to his role as a freedom fighter and eventually a politician. The film captures the essence of Atals multifaceted persona. Besides this, the film avoids chest-thumping patriotism and focuses on authenticity, and the commendable performance from Pankaj Tripathi is just the icing on the cake. So if you admire Atal Bihari Vajpayee or are interested in modern Indian history, this film is definitely worth watching. Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024): A Whimsical Comedy Directed by Amit Joshi and Aradhana Sah, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is a delightful blend of romance and sci-fi that takes us on an unconventional journey where love transcends the boundaries of humanity. The story of the film revolves around Aryan (played by Shahid Kapoor), a brilliant robotics engineer who works for her aunt's robotics company and visits the US on her invitation. During his official assignment in the US, he meets a high-functioning female robot automation Sifra (portrayed by the delightful Kriti Sanon) who acts like a human. Unknown to reality, Aryan falls in love with her but later gets to know shes actually a robot, and her aunt used this ploy to test whether he can distinguish robots from humans or not. However, as their bond deepens, Aaryan grapples with the blurred lines between human emotions and artificial intelligence. Overall, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is a lighthearted and entertaining watch, perfect for a casual movie night that offers a desi twist to the romantic comedy genre with a sci-fi touch, distinguishing itself from Hollywood counterparts. The concept of falling for a robot brings a whacky idea to the table, and if you want to witness an impossible love story that challenges reality itself, give this one a watch. Bhakshak (2024): A Struggle for Justice Bhakshak is a Hindi crime thriller that premiered on Netflix and is loosely based on the horrific Muzaffarpur shelter home case of 2018 that sent shockwaves across the nation. The central story of Bhakshak revolves around a struggling journalist, Vaishali Singh (played by Bhumi Pednekar), who runs a local news channel alongside her aging cameraman, Bhaskar (portrayed by Sanjay Mishra). In one night, she gets tips about some missing girls from the shelter home when her informer hands her a damning social audit report on a shelter home run by the politically influential Bansi Sahu (played by Aditya Srivastava). Vaishalis investigation uncovers a horrifying truth: the shelter home is a facade, masking the systematic abuse of young girls. Fueled by a sense of justice, Vaishali teams up with a courageous survivor named Sudha and a supportive police officer, SS Jasmeet Kaur. However, their pursuit of the truth is full of danger, as the people behind the abuse are powerful and well-connected, wielding threats and intimidation to silence Vaishali. The film chronicles her struggle to expose the perpetrators, navigate the corrupt system, and bring the abusers to justice. Overall, Bhakshak is a well-thought-out film aiming to expose systemic flaws without sensationalism, and subtly, it champions feminism without being preachy. It is surely something you would like to watch. Article 370 (2024): A Journey of Unity Directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, Article 370 is an intense Hindi political action drama film that takes us on a gripping journey through the tumultuous events surrounding the abolishment of Article 370 of the Indian Constitutiona move that united the state of Jammu and Kashmir with India. Highlighting patriotism and historical significance, the story of the film revolves around the aftermath of the 2016 Kashmir unrest, where a young local field agent named Zooni Haksar (portrayed by the talented Yami Gautam) embarks on a secret mission to end terrorism and billion-dollar economic conflict by abrogating Article 370 without bloodshed. As unrest simmers in the valley, Zooni embarks on a secret mission that challenges her loyalty, courage, and personal sacrifices. In the film, Yami Gautam portrays the resolute Zooni, while Priya Mani and Arun Govil add depth to the ensemble cast. However, Yami Gautams portrayal of Zooni is the heartbeat of the film because her determination, vulnerability, and unwavering commitment to the cause resonate deeply. The film also shines because of its female-centric narrative, and instead of focusing on typical antagonists, it emphasizes the abolishment of the bill itself. This absence of a traditional villain keeps the seriousness intact. There is a detailed article on Filmyzilla on this movie, you can read it. So, if you want to explore the nuances of Kashmirs struggle, witness a gripping narrative, or gain insights into the challenges faced by security forces, Article 370 offers a thought-provoking cinematic experience. Fighter (2024): A Sky-High Adventure Taking inspiration from the iconic 'Top Gun: Maverick' and using the Palwama attack as a model, Fighter combines adrenaline-pumping action and patriotism that you would love to embrace. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone as the main cast, this Bollywood military drama takes us into the adrenaline-fueled world of elite fighter pilots. Lets talk about the films story. In the wake of the 2019 Pulwama attack and the subsequent Balakot air strike, two exemplary Indian Air Force pilotsShamsher 'Patty' Pathania (played by Hrithik Roshan) and Group Captain Rakesh 'Rocky' Jai Singh (portrayed by Anil Kapoor)take center stage. They come together to form the Air Dragons, an IAF squadron tasked with combating internal and external threats. Their camaraderie, rivalry, and unwavering commitment to the skies form the backbone of this adrenaline-fueled drama. However, its the tactical scenarios and how the IAF outsmarts the Pakistan Air Force that make this film more thrilling and appealing. Overall, Fighter is a high-octane thriller that doesnt hold back on breathtaking aerial sequences. The chemistry between Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone sizzles, and their performances elevate the film. So, if you are a fan of fighter jets and want to see breathtaking aerial sequences and high-octane dogfights, Fighter is for you. It is available on multiple online platforms that allow you to binge-watch this and many more. There we have it, folks! The year 2024 holds immense promise for Hindi cinema, with a diverse range of films that promise to entertain, inspire, and provoke thought. So whether you're a fan of gripping narratives or soul-stirring performances, there's something for everyone. So, grab your popcorn and get ready for a cinematic journey like no other!
Oppn deal: RJD 26, Cong 9 and Left 5
PATNA : The RJD-led Mahagathbandhan in Bihar, which is a part of INDIA bloc at the national level, on Friday announced seat-sharing arrangements for the Lok Sabha elections in the state. As per the seat-sharing deal, the RJD will contest 26 out of the 40 seats in the state. While the Congress will nominate its candidates on nine seats, CPI-ML will field its candidates on three followed by CPI and CPM on one seat each. The RJD has already nominated the candidates for the first phase of election to be held on April 19. Former state minister and senior RJD leader Abdul Bari Siddiqui announced the seat-sharing arrangements among constituents of the grand alliance in the presence of RJD state president Jagadanand Singh and Bihar Congress chief Akhilesh Prasad Singh. Former deputy chief minister and RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav was, however, conspicuous by his presence. Earlier, he was scheduled to announce the seat-sharing deal among constituents of the grand alliance. RJD, Congress, CPI-ML, CPI and CPM are allies of the grand alliance. RJD will contest Gaya, Nawada, Jehabanabad, Aurangabad, Buxar, Patliputra, Munger, Jamui, Banka, Valmikinagar, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Vaishali, Saran, Siwan, Gopalganj, Ujiarpur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Madhepura, Purnea, Araria and Hajipur seats. Congress has been allocated Kishanganj, Katihar, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur (SC), Paschimi Champaran, Patna Sahib, Sasaram (SC) and Maharajganj seats. CPI-ML will field its candidates on Ara, Karakat and Nalanda seats, CPI on Begusarai seat and CPI(M) on Khagaria seat. RJD Rajya Sabha member and spokesperson Manoj Jha, who was present at the press conference, said that the names of the candidates would also be announced soon. He claimed that the seat-sharing agreement has been reached through consensus and the INDIA bloc would win all 40 seats. Disagreements over some seats among allies, however, delayed the official declaration of the agreement. Pappu says wont rebel over purnea Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, who joined the Congress last week hoping to contest from Purnea in Bihar, on Friday ruled out the possibility of fighting as a rebel candidate, after the seat went to RJD. However, he spoke of friendly fights in several seats among INDIA bloc partners.
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal for next three months
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal for next three months At a time when Nepal is facing a power crisis, India on Friday renewed the agreement to export electricity to Nepal for the next three months. Under the agreement, which was to expire on March 31, Nepal can import a total of 554 MW electricity from India between 6 am and 6 pm. Nepal's domestic electricity production currently stands at around 1,200 MW while the country's demand for electricity is 1,800 MW to 2,000 MW during this period. Nepal is experiencing a shortage of electricity as most of the domestic power plants in the country are based on a run-of-the-river system and during winter, there is less water in the rivers. We have received the notification about the renewal of the agreement to export electricity to Nepal until June end, Chandan Ghosh, Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) spokesperson, told PTI. The Himalayan nation can import 500 MW of electricity from the Dhalkebar-Muzaffarpur cross-border transmission line and 54 MW through Tanakpur, Ghosh added. After mid-June, Ghosh said, Nepal will be in a position to export electricity to India. The Kathmandu Post newspaper reported that the NEA had sought permission to import 650MW through the Dhalkebar-Muzaffarpur transmission line but with permission only for 500 MW import, Nepal may face 10-hour-long load shedding. Quoting the officials, the report said Nepal is still lobbying with India for power supply during additional hours.
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal India on Friday renewed the agreement to export electricity to Nepal as per the Himalayan nation's request two days before the expiry of the pact on March 31, an official said. We have received the notification about the renewal of the agreement to export electricity to Nepal until June end, Chandan Ghosh, Nepal Electricity Authority spokesperson, told PTI. Under the agreement, Nepal in total can import 554 MW electricity from India between 6 am to 6 pm, he said. The Himalayan nation can import 500 MW of electricity from the Dhalkebar-Muzaffarpur cross-border transmission line and 54 MW through Tanakpur, Ghosh added. Nepal is experiencing a shortage of electricity as most of the domestic power plants in the country are based on a run-of-the-river system and during winter there is less water in the rivers. Nepals domestic electricity production currently stands at around 1,200 MW while the countrys demand for electricity is 1,800 MW to 2,000 MW during this period. After mid-June, Ghosh said, Nepal will be in a position to export electricity to India. As per the agreement, Nepal will be able to import electricity from India from 6 am to 6 pm.
PATNA: The Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance), the opposition coalition in Bihar including Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Congress and Left parties on Friday announced that the RJD, its largest constituent, will contest 26 out of the states 40 Lok Sabha seats in the upcoming elections. The Congress will contest nine seats, followed by CPI(ML) on 3 seats, and CPI and CPI(M) with one seat each. Former state minister and senior RJD leader Abdul Bari Siddiqui announced the seat-sharing arrangements among constituents of grand alliance in the presence of RJD state president Jagadanand Singh and other leaders. The RJD will contest the following seats: Gaya Nawada Jehabanabad Aurangabad Buxar Patliputra Munger Jamui Banka Valmikinagar Purvi Champaran Sheohar Sitamarhi Vaishali Saran Siwan Gopalganj Ujiarpur Darbhanga Madhubani Jhanjharpur Supaul,Madhepura Purnea Araria Hajipur The Congress has been allocated Kishanganj, Katihar Bhagalpur Muzaffarpur Samastipur (SC) Paschimi Champaran Patna Sahib Sasaram (SC) Maharajganj Meanwhile, the Communist Party of India (MarxistLeninist) Liberation will field its candidates from Ara, Karakat, and Nalanda seats. The CPI and CPI(M) will contest Begusarai and Khagaria seats, respectively. Friday's announcement has come as a rude shock for former MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav who recently joined the Congress by merging merged his party - Jan Adhikar Party (JAP) - with the grand old party. He had staked his claim on the Purnea seat, which has now been given to the RJD. Bima Bharti, who resigned from JD(U) and joined RJD, has been nominated as the RJD candidate from Purnea. However Yadav told media he was happy with the decision. No one can separate me from the Congress' flag. I welcome the decision of Congress leadership to strengthen the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar. I will go amidst the people with the resolve of establishing the flag of Congress in Purnea. Jan Adhikar Party leader Pappu Yadav joins Congress, merges his outfit VIDEO | Here's what Congress leader Pappu Yadav ( @pappuyadavjapl ) said on Purnea Lok Sabha seat being given to the RJD. No one can separate me from the Congress' flag. I welcome the decision of Congress leadership to strengthen the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar. I will go amidst pic.twitter.com/vUPll6MYR8 Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 29, 2024 (With Online Desk inputs)
Mahagathbandhan announces LS seat-sharing for Bihar; RJD to contest 26, Cong 9
Mahagathbandhan announces LS seat-sharing for Bihar; RJD to contest 26, Cong 9 The RJD-led Mahagathbandhan in Bihar on Friday announced its formula for seat-sharing, with Lalu Prasad's party laying claim on nearly two-thirds of the state's 40 parliamentary constituencies, virtually steamrolling allies - the Congress and three Left parties. The RJD will be contesting 26 seats, nine more than it had fought in 2019 when it drew a blank. The Congress has got nine seats, as many as it had contested in the last elections, followed by CPI(ML) Liberation (three) and CPI and CPI(M) (one each). The belated announcement, coming a day after filing of nomination papers for the first phase of Lok Sabha polls was over, was made at a press conference here addressed by RJD national spokesman and Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Kumar Jha, state Congress president Akhilesh Prasad Singh and state-level leaders of CPI(ML) Liberation, CPI and CPI(M). Tejashwi Yadav, the Mahagathbandhan's leader in the state legislature, was scheduled to address the press conference but remained conspicuous by his absence. Jha said names of candidates would be announced soon and claimed: ''We have arrived at a unanimous decision, demonstrating a cohesiveness that you may not find in the NDA. We will defeat them at the hustings''. Notably, the RJD had fielded its candidates for the four seats of Gaya, Aurangabad, Jamui and Nawada, which go to polls in the first phase, much to the annoyance of its allies, particularly the Congress which wanted to give ticket to former MP Nikhil Kumar. Moreover, CPI and CPI(M) have already announced their candidates for Begusarai and Khagaria seats. According to the seat-sharing formula, the RJD has also wrested from the Congress Purnia, a seat the latter has been contesting in the past few Lok Sabha polls. Recently, Lalu Prasad, the RJD president, gave party ticket for the seat to JD(U) turncoat Bima Bharti, stopping short of making a formal announcement. The Congress had last week inducted Pappu Yadav, a three-term former MP from Purnea, whose wife is also a Rajya Sabha MP of the party. Yadav had been hopeful of getting the ticket from the seat claiming that an assurance to the effect was given to him by Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi. There were murmurs that Prasad, whose ''blessings'' Yadav had sought before he went to Delhi and merged his Jan Adhikar Party with the Congress, was suggesting that the former Purnea MP try his luck from Madhepura, which he had won on an RJD ticket in 2014, or Supaul which his wife had represented more than once. However, that option, too, seems closed as both seats have been claimed for itself by the RJD and it remains to be seen what is going to be the next move of Yadav who has been dropping hints that he will not flinch from fighting as an Independent from Purnea if the need arose. Among the seats given to the Congress are Kishanganj, Bihar's lone Muslim-majority constituency that the party has been winning for some time, and adjoining Katihar where senior leader Tariq Anwar lost by a thin margin in 2019, having won in 2014 on an NCP ticket. Other seats given to Congress include Patna Sahib, where the BJP has been seemingly invincible, Bhagalpur, where party MLA Ajeet Sharma wanted to field Bollywood actress daughter Neha Sharma, who has refused, and reserved constituency Sasaram, a bastion of late Deputy Prime Minister Jagjivan Ram, whose daughter and former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar, has won the seat a few times but reportedly excused herself this time on account of old age. Other seats assigned to the Congress are Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, West Champaran and Maharajganj. The CPI(ML) Liberation has been given Nalanda, a pocket borough of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, whose JD(U) has had an uninterrupted run on the seat for decades. The Left party has also been given Arrah, where the sitting BJP MP is Union minister RK Singh, and Karakat, which the NDA has assigned to former Union minister Upendra Kushwaha's Rashtriya Lok Morcha. However, the RJD has denied the CPI(ML) Liberation Siwan, where the Left party has for long been involved in a bloody feud with late strongman Mohammed Shahabuddin. Having fielded Shahabuddin's widow Hina Shahab in the last two general elections, without success, the RJD is now understood to have given up on her and looking for other candidates. Hina Shahab has, meanwhile, received support from Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM which has said it will campaign for her if she contested as an Independent or on ticket of ''a like-minded party''. The RJD has also kept with itself Saran, formerly represented by Lalu Prasad, where his Singapore-based daughter Rohini Acharya is likely to make her debut. Also in the RJD kitty is Pataliputra, where his eldest daughter Misa Bharti may again try her luck after tasting defeat two times on the trot. A high-decibel contest seems on the cards in Hajipur, where the RJD will be challenging Chirag Paswan's bid to claim his late father Ram Vilas Paswan's political legacy, amid fears that estranged uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras, the sitting MP, could play spoilsport. RJD will also contest Munger, which it seeks to wrest from former JD(U) president Rajiv Ranjan Singh ''Lalan''. The party has given ticket to the wife of gangster Ashok Mahto for the seat. Other RJD seats are Buxar, Banka, Valmiki Nagar, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Vaishali, Gopalganj, Ujiyarpur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Jhanjharpur and Araria.
INDIA Block to announce seat sharing in Bihar on today
Sources tell ET that there is possibility that RJD can exchange Supaul giving Madhepura to Congress from where Pappu Yadav can fight the election. Pappu Yadav on the other hand is still adamant on Purnia seat. Congress will get Sasaram, Katihar, Patna Sahib, Bettiah, Valmiki Nagar, Maharajganj among others. Congress is also likely to get one seat between Muzaffarpur and Bhagalpur.
Pappu Yadav raises banner of revolt as grand alliance list to be out today
PATNA: Former MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, who merged his Jan Adhikar Party (JAP) with the Congress, reiterated his resolve to contest election from Purnia even as the grand alliance in Bihar is set to announce seat-sharing deal for Lok Sabha election on Friday. It will be suicidal for me if I contest election from somewhere else, Yadav told the media in response to a query on RJD fielding turncoat Bima Bharti as its official candidate from the seat, which Pappu wanted to contest. A consensus on the seat-sharing was reached after two major allies of the alliance - RJD and Congress- held hectic parleys on several seats, which were a bone of contention between them. RJD sources said that former deputy chief minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav and other senior leaders of the grand alliance would declare seat sharing pact at a press conference in the state party headquarters. Sources claimed that RJD would contest on 26 seats while Congress on nine seats. Seats from which the Congress is likely to contest are Sasaram, Kishanganj, Katihar, Motihari, West Champaran, Muzaffarpur, Patna Saheb, Supaul and Bhagalpur seats. The CPM may contest Karakat, Ara and Nalanda seats while the CPI is likely to field its candidates from Begusarai seat and CPI(M-L) Khagaria seat. In the remaining seats, the RJD will field its candidates. A clear picture on Purnia and Katihar seats from where Congress wanted to field Pappu Yadav and Tariq Anwar will emerge on Friday. Both Congress and RJD are staking claims to these seats. The sources claimed that RJD agreed to give nine seats to Congress only after the latter conceded to give Chatra and Palamu seats in neighbouring Jharkhand.
Holi festival will be celebrated this time on 25 March. In this festival of colors, people meet their loved ones and apply colors to each other. Some celebrate this festival of colors with their friends and some with their family. At the same time, people who stay out of their homes due to studies or jobs, etc. also go home on this occasion. In such a situation, people travel by train to go home, but on the occasion of Holi, it is very difficult to get a train ticket and the crowd at the railway station also increases a lot. Keeping this in view, this time Railways has run some special trains for Holi. So let us know about them and also how you can book tickets. You can know about this further... So many trains were run Indian Railways has run some special trains for Holi, so that the passengers do not face any problems. For this, 540 special trains have been started by the Railways. In such a situation, you can book tickets for these trains and reach your home for Holi. While Railways has run so many trains, many special trains for Bihar are also included in it. For example, according to the information given by the Railways, trains have been run on other routes like Delhi to Patna, Delhi to Bhagalpur, Delhi to Muzaffarpur, and Delhi to Saharsa. You can book tickets like this:- Step 1 To book train tickets, first of all, go to the official website of IRCTC irctc.co.in/get/train-search After this login here, if not then register and create an account. Then choose where to start the journey and where to get down and also the date of the journey Now click on the search Step 2 After this, a big list of trains will appear in front of you, where you will get information about special and all other trains. Then choose your train, choose class, and fill in the passenger information Then enter the captcha code and make payment through online mode. By doing this your train ticket gets booked. However, confirmed tickets are subject to availability. (PC: ISTOCK)
BSEB 12th Bihar Board Result 2024 Topper: Muzaffarpur Boy Dreams of IAS After Topping Exams
Abdul Qadir Ansari, a resident of Pakki Sarai village, has emerged as the district topper in the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) Class 12 Arts stream examinations for 2024. Scoring an impressive 452 marks, Abdul has set his sights on conquering the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Exam and becoming an IAS officer. He has already begun his preparation journey, drawing inspiration from his idol Vikas Divyakirti.
Holi Specials: Indian Railways Unveils Festive Train Schedule
In preparation for the busy Holi festival on March 25, Indian Railways hasrolled out around 540 special train services to accommodate the surge in passengers. These additional trains will link major cities like Mumbai, Patna, Gaya, Katra, Varanasi, Saharanpur, Prayagraj, Pune, and Ambala. Notably, there will be more departures from New Delhi to meet the increased demand. The Ministry of Railways has outlined that these extra trains will cover important national routes such as Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur-Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, Guwahati-Ranchi, New Delhi-Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Jaipur-Bandra Terminus, Pune-Danapur, Durg-Patna, and Barauni-Surat. This year, compared to last year, there will be 219 additional services to ensure passengers can travel conveniently. Railway officials have also mentioned the deployment of extra security units to manage crowds effectively. Special Trains Schedule for Holi 2024 Here's a rundown of some special trains announced for Holi 2024: New Delhi - Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan Express (04033) running on March 22nd and 29th. Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan - New Delhi Express (04034) operating on March 23rd and 30th. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - New Delhi Reserved Express (04075) available on March 24th and 31st. New Delhi - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Reserved Express (04076) running on March 25th and April 1st. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - Varanasi (01654) operating on March 24th and 31st. Varanasi - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Express (01653) available on March 26th and April 2nd. Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan - Subedarganj Special (04141) running on March 25th and April 1st. Subedarganj - Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan Special (04142) operating on March 26th and April 2nd. Amritsar - Gorakhpur Express (05005) available on March 20th and 27th. Gorakhpur - Amritsar Express (05006) running on March 21st and 28th. Amritsar - Chhapra Express (05049) operating on March 22nd and 29th. Chhapra - Amritsar Express (05050) available on March 23rd and 30th. Additional Trains for Holi 2024 In addition to the listed trains, extra services include: Weekly specials from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) Mumbai to various destinations. Weekly superfast specials from Pune to multiple destinations. Special services from New Delhi to Udhampur and Varanasi. Special services for Vaishno Devi pilgrims from New Delhi. Trains from Delhi to Varanasi operational three days a week. A weekly special train from Katra to Varanasi. A special train from Howrah to Banaras on March 23rd. Booking and Safety Measures for Holi 2024 Passengers can book tickets from reservation counters at railway stations or through the official IRCTC website to obtain e-tickets from home. To ensure traveler safety, additional Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel have been stationed at key stations. Officers are also on standby at significant stations to ensure smooth train operations. Regular announcements regarding train arrivals, departures, and platform numbers will be made to assist passengers effectively. Lunar Eclipse and HOLI 2024: A Unique Celestial Coincidence
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops Union minister among 3 sitting MPs
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops Union minister among 3 sitting MPs The BJP on Sunday announced its candidates for 17 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, dropping three sitting MPs, including Union Minister Ashwani Kumar Choubey. According to a list of nominees released by the party in New Delhi, Choubey, who was elected from Buxar for the second consecutive term in 2019, was replaced by Mithilesh Tiwari, a senior BJP leader and a former MLA. The party also dropped its incumbent MPs Chedi Paswan and Ajay Kumar Nishad from Sasaram and Muzaffarpur constituencies respectively. The BJP fielded former MLA Shivesh Ram for Sasaram, while Raj Bhushan Nishad, a greenhorn in the Lok Sabha polls, would contest the Muzaffarpur seat on a party ticket. Vivek Thakur, a Rajya Sabha member, was fielded from Nawada, where the BJP would be contesting this time, instead of its ally Lok Janshakti Party (LJP). All the remaining 14 candidates are sitting MPs, who will seek re-election from their respective seats. Union ministers R K Singh, Giriraj Singh and Nityanand Rai will seek re-election from Ara, Begusarai and Ujiarpur Lok Sabha seats respectively. Former union ministers Ravi Shankar Prasad was renominated from Patna Sahib, Radha Mohan Singh from Purvi Champaran, Rajiv Pratap Rudy from Saran and Ram Kripal Yadav from Patliputra. Sanjay Jaiswal will contest from Paschim Champaran, Ashok Kumar Yadav from Madhubani, while Pradeep Kumar Singh from Araraia, and Gopal Jee Thakur from Darbhanga will seek re-election. Janardan Singh Sigriwal from Mahrajganj and Sushil Kumar Singh from Aurangabad were also fielded again. Nine of the candidates are from the upper castes, who are known to be, by and large, BJP supporters in Bihar. BJP sources were also tight-lipped over the party's failure to field a woman candidate in Bihar. In the outgoing Lok Sabha, the party's lone woman MP from the state, Rama Devi, represented Sheohar, a seat which has gone to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) this time.
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops three sitting MPs
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops three sitting MPs The BJP on Sunday announced its candidates for 17 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, dropping three sitting MPs, including Union Minister Ashwani Kumar Choubey. According to the list released by the party in New Delhi, Choubey, who was elected from Buxar for the second consecutive term in 2019, was replaced by Mithilesh Tiwari, a senior BJP leader and a former MLA. The party also dropped its incumbent MPs Chedi Pawasan and Ajay Kumar Nishad from Sasaram and Muzaffarpur constituencies respectively. The BJP fielded former MLA Shivesh Ram for Sasaram, while Raj Bhushan Nishad, a greenhorn in the Lok Sabha polls, will contest the Muzaffarpur seat on a party ticket. Vivek Thakur, a Rajya Sabha member, was fielded from Nawada, where the BJP would be contesting this time, instead of its ally Lok Janshakti Party (LJP). All the remaining 14 candidates are sitting MPs, who will seek re-election from their respective seats.
TMC Lodges Complaint Against West Bengal Governor for Election Interference
Kolkata: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) against West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose, alleging his illegal interference in the upcoming General Elections to the Lok Sabha 2024. The party accuses Governor Bose of attempting to establish a parallel office akin to that of the chief poll body. In its complaint, the TMC urges the ECI to restrain Governor Bose from running what it terms a parallel electioneering system under the name and style of Log Sabha. The party alleges that Governor Bose has initiated the launch of a Lok Sabha portal, purportedly for direct communication with the public during the electoral process.According to the complaint, the TMC asserts that Governor Bose's actions constitute a violation of the Model Code of Conduct announced by the ECI. The party contends that the Governor's initiative of Log Sabha is an improper and unauthorized attempt to supervise the elections, infringing upon the jurisdiction and authority of the ECI. The TMC's complaint underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity and impartiality of the electoral process, calling for strict adherence to established protocols and regulations governing election procedures. It expresses concern over any potential disruption or interference in the electoral process, emphasizing the need for transparent and fair elections in West Bengal. The complaint signifies the TMC's commitment to upholding democratic principles and ensuring the sanctity of the electoral process. It underscores the party's vigilance in safeguarding the rights of voters and preserving the integrity of democratic institutions against any perceived infringement or manipulation. Muzaffarpur Court Grants Former MP Anand Mohan Acquittal Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Vocal Critique of BJP's Alleged Suppression Tactics Following Kejriwal's Arrest Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Optimism for Congress Success in Upcoming Lok Sabha Elections and Call for Unified Action
Lalu Prasad Yadav's RJD Set to Field Two Daughters in Lok Sabha Elections !
Patna: I n the lead-up to the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections, speculation abounds as Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav gears up to nominate two of his seven daughters as candidates.Sources suggest that Misa Bharati and Rohini Acharya are the anticipated contenders for the Patliputra and Saran Lok Sabha constituencies respectively. Notably, Ritlal Yadav, a former strongman turned politician, had emerged as a frontrunner for an RJD ticket from the Patliputra Parliamentary constituency. His frequent visits to the official residence of former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi sparked curiosity regarding his potential candidacy.Addressing the media amid speculation over his candidature, Ritlal acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the Patliputra seat, emphasizing the familial bond and deferring to the decision of his elder sister. When questioned about his personal aspirations, Ritlal expressed indifference towards who assumes the role of MP, stating, Whether it's a brother or a sister, what difference does it make?Refusing to name any specific opponent, Ritlal asserted his determination to defeat the incumbent Patliputra representative. In a separate development, Bihar BJP chief and deputy chief minister Samrat Chaudhary courted controversy with his remarks about Lalu Prasad Yadav, alleging that Lalu had taken his daughter's kidney before nominating her for the upcoming elections.The RJD promptly condemned Samrat's comments, with spokesperson Sarika Paswan criticizing his choice of words. Amidst speculation surrounding the Mahagathbandhan alliance in Bihar, RJD has initiated the process of distributing symbols to its candidates. Following suit, the Communist Party of India (CPI) declared Awadhesh Kumar Rai as its candidate for the Begusarai constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Muzaffarpur Court Grants Former MP Anand Mohan Acquittal Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Vocal Critique of BJP's Alleged Suppression Tactics Following Kejriwal's Arrest Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Optimism for Congress Success in Upcoming Lok Sabha Elections and Call for Unified Action
Muzaffarpur Court Grants Former MP Anand Mohan Acquittal Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections
Patna: In a significant turn of events before the impending Lok Sabha elections of 2024, the Muzaffarpur Court has delivered a major reprieve to the influential former MP, Anand Mohan. The court acquitted Anand Mohan in a case pertaining to assault on a convicted prisoner. Anand Mohan appeared before the First Class Judicial Magistrate, East, where the case was still under consideration. Mukesh Kumar Singh, the defense counsel and former MP, confirmed that the court had acquitted the former MP. The case had implicated several other individuals, including former MLAs Munna Shukla, Ramu Thakur, Bablu Srivastava, and an unidentified prisoner. Regrettably, Ramu Thakur and Bablu Srivastava have since passed away, while the court acquitted former MLA Munna Shukla. The police had filed a charge sheet on April 11, 1997, relating to the incident that occurred on April 10, 1996. An FIR was lodged at the Mithanpura police station by Ashok Kumar Mishra, a resident of Marcha in the Tajpur police station of Samastipur district. The FIR accused Anand Mohan, Ramu Thakur, Munna Shukla, Bablu Srivastava, and an unknown prisoner of assaulting a life-sentenced prisoner at the Shaheed Khudiram Bose Central Jail, which had been closed since October 3, 1989. The victim allegedly opposed extortion activities within the prison, leading to the altercation. This court ruling holds significant implications for Anand Mohan, particularly amidst the looming Lok Sabha elections. Furthermore, Anand Mohan's wife, former MP Lovely Anand, has recently joined the JDU and is gearing up to contest elections. Speculations suggest that Lovely Anand will vie for the Shivhar seat, which the BJP has allocated to the JDU. Notably, Anand Mohan's son, Chetan Anand, currently serves as the MLA from Shivhar. Chetan Anand had previously defected from Lalu Yadav's party to join Nitish Kumar during a crucial trust vote. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Vocal Critique of BJP's Alleged Suppression Tactics Following Kejriwal's Arrest Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Optimism for Congress Success in Upcoming Lok Sabha Elections and Call for Unified Action Bangalore Metro Services Halted Between Magadi Road and Challaghatta, Teen Jumps on Train Track
Indian Railways to run 540 trains in festive season
In this ongoing festive season of Holi, for the convenience of rail travellers and to clear extra rush of passengers, Indian Railways is running 540 train services. Trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes like Delhi- Patna, Delhi- Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur- Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, Guwahati- Ranchi, New Delhi- []
During Holi season, Indian Railways notifies 540 services to connect major destinations
During Holi season, Indian Railways notifies 540 services to connect major destinations By Nishant Ketu In this ongoing festive season of Holi, for the convenience of rail travellers and to clear the extra rush of passengers, Indian Railways is running 540 train services. Trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes like Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur-Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, Guwahati-Ranchi, New Delhi-Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Jaipur-Bandra Terminus, Pune-Danapur, Durg-Patna, Barauni-Surat, etc. As per the statement of the Ministry of Railways, Central Railway has notified 88 train services, while East Central Railway will run 79 train services. Eastern Railway will run 17, Eastern Coastal Railway will run 12, North Central Railway will run 16, North Eastern Railway will run 39, North Frontier Railway will run 14, Northern Railway will run 93, North Wester Railway will run 25, South Central Railway will run 19, South Eastern Railway will run 34, South East Central Railway will run 4, Southern Railway will run 19, South Western Railway will run 6, West Central Railway will run 13 and Western Railway will run 62 train services. It is also notable that crowd-control measures by forming queues at the terminus stations under the supervision of Railway Protection Force (RPF) staff for orderly entry of passengers in unreserved coaches are being ensured. Additional RPF personnel have been deployed at major stations to ensure the security of passengers. Officers are deployed on emergency duty at major stations to ensure the smooth running of trains. Staff are deployed in various sections to attend to any disruption of train service on priority. Measures have been taken for frequent and timely announcements of arrival/departure of trains with platform numbers. (ANI)
Railways to run 540 extra trains to clear Holi rush
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Indian Railways is running 540 train services to clear the rush of passengers in the ongoing Holi festive season, the Ministry of Railways said on Thursday. Trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes like Delhi- Patna, Delhi- Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur- Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, []
BJP to win all 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, claims Shahnawaz Hussain
BJP to win all 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, claims Shahnawaz Hussain Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shahnawaz Hussain on Tuesday expressed confidence that the BJP-led NDA would secure victory on all the 40 seats in Bihar in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. There are no political differences between the parties and everyone is happy, he said. We are going to win 40 seats in Bihar. No one is angry with us. People of Bihar are happy with us and when the public is happy then everyone is happy, Hussain told ANI. The BJP will contest the Bihar elections in alliance with the HAM, the Rasthriya Lok Morcha and Chirag Paswan's LJP., Shahnawaz Hussain said that the alliance in Bihar is strong and good. It is a very good alliance in Bihar, last time BJP was fighting on 17 seats, this time also BJP is fighting on 17 seats. JDU had 16 MPs last time. Chirag Paswan's party has been given 5 seats, one seat has been given to Upendra Kushwaha and one seat has been given to Jitan Ram Manjhi's Ham Party. It is an excellent alliance, he added. Some of the seats that we had earlier too have been exchanged, there has been a change among ourselves, but most of the seats are the same which were fought last time. This time there is a double-engine government, so we are working on how to win 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar. We have to win 40 seats in Bihar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and this time NDA will win 400 seats. Bihar will contribute 10th per cent to this mission, he added. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will contest on 17 seats, Janata Dal-United (JDU) on 16 seats, Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) (Ram Vilas) on 5 seats, Hindustani Awam Morcha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha on one seat each in 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Meanwhile, Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party (RLJP) President Pashupati Kumar Paras resigned from the post of Union Minister on Tuesday and said that injustice has been done with us and our party. The seat-sharing arrangement was announced by Vinod Tawde, BJP's General Secretary, at a joint press conference held by members of the Bihar NDA alliance on Monday. Bihar will see polling in seven phases. The first phase of polling will be held on April 19, the second phase on April 26, the third phase on May 7, the fourth phase on May 13, the fifth phase on May 20, the sixth phase on May 25, and the seventh phase on June 1. The BJP will field candidates in key constituencies including Pashchim Champaran, Purvi Champaran, Aurangabad, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Maharajganj, Saran, Begusarai, Nawada, Patna Sahib, Patliputra, Aara, Buxar, and Sasaram In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the NDA, consisting of BJP, JDU ( (Janata Dal-United), and LJP (Lok Janshakti Party), secured victory by taking the lead on 39 out of 40 seats. Meanwhile, the Mahagathbandhan, led by RJD (Rashtriya Janata Dal), INC (Indian National Congress), and RLSP (Rashtriya Lok Samta Party), only managed to secure one seat. The Lok Sabha Elections 2024 will be held in seven phases from April 19. Counting of votes on June 4. (ANI)
Seven-phase LS polls in Bihar from Apr 19
Seven-phase LS polls in Bihar from Apr 19 Lok Sabha polls to 40 constituencies in Bihar will be conducted in seven phases, the Election Commission said on Saturday. Voting will take place in the state on April 19, 26, May 7, 13, 20, 25 and June 1, it said. The results will be declared on June 4. The bye election for Agiaon (Bhojpur) assembly constituency will also be held on June 1. In the first phase on April 19, the Lok Sabha constituencies that will go to polls include Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada, whereas elections will be held in Kishanganj, Katihar, Purnia, Bhagalpur, Banka in the second phase on April 26. In the third phase on May 7, Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura and Khagaria will go to polls, and on May 13, elections would be conducted in Darbhanga, Ujiarpur, Samastipur, Begusarai and Munger Lok Sabha seats, the EC said. While the Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Muzaffarpur, Saran and Hajipur seats will go to polls in the fifth phase on May 20, Valmiki Nagar, Paschim Champaran, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Vaishali, Gopalganj, Siwan and Maharajganj will see voting on May 25 (sixth phase). Nalanda, Patna Sahib, Pataliputra, Arrah, Buxar, Sasaram, Karakat and Jahanabad will go to polls in the seventh and final phase on June 1, the commission said. The by-poll in Agiaon (Bhojpur) has been necessitated following the disqualification of sitting CPI (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation MLA Manoj Manzil. The total number of electorate in Bihar is 7,67,77,731, including 3,65,97,674 females.
IIT graduate arrested in fake cancer medicine case
New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) In a fresh development in the fake cancer chemotherapy medicines manufacturing scam busted by the Delhi Police, a B.Tech graduate from IIT (BHU) Varanasi was arrested from Bihars Muzaffarpur, a Crime Branch official said on Wednesday. Police said that Aditya Krishna, 23, was arrested from his native city Muzaffarpur and []
IIT-BHU graduate eighth person to be held in spurious cancer drug racket
Seven people were arrested a day earlier; BTech graduate was running a chemists shop in Bihars Muzaffarpur
We have decided to contest on 11 seats in Bihar, says AIMIM MLA Akhtarul Iman
We have decided to contest on 11 seats in Bihar, says AIMIM MLA Akhtarul Iman AIMIM will contest 11 out of 40 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Bihar. The announcement was made by party MLA Akhtarul Iman at a media interaction on Wednesday in Bihar. We have decided to contest 11 seats in Bihar, the AIMIM MLA said. We tried a lot to save the secular votes in Bihar and at the national level. But these people stabbed us in the back and took away our people But in the interest of the nation, minorities, and Dalits, it is important to support them, he said. The seats are Araria, Purnia, Katihar, Kishanganj, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Ujiarpur, Karakat, Buxar, Gaya and Bhagalpur. The announcement came months after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who was at the forefront of the INDIA bloc, joined hands with the BJP-led NDA. Nitish Kumar, after parting ways with the BJP in 2022, took on the initiative of uniting all opposition forces to jointly take on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the ruling party in the national election. Taking a swipe at Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, he said, Nitish ji did the work by mistake (by joining the NDA). And he wrote the story of his hundreds of offences. Responding to a query, he said, Our fight is not for power. But for the deprived class of the state and the nation. AIMIM had won 5 seats in the 2020 Assembly elections in Bihar, but in 2022 four of its legilsators left the party and joined hands with the RJD. In the 2019 Lok Sabha election AIMIM contested just 1 seat of Kishanganj in Bihar. The AIMIM had contested on 3 seats across India winning from Aurangabad and Hyderabad. The Lok Sabha elections are expected to be held in April-May. (ANI)
Bihar Girl Elopes With Camera Man Hired For Her Brother's Wedding: Police
A minor girl in Muzaffarpur district of Bihar has allegedly eloped with a camera person whom her family had hired for the videography of her brother's wedding, a police officer said on Tuesday.
'Sanatana Dharma' remarks: Bihar court issues summons against TN Minister Udhayanidhi
PATNA: A court in Bihar on Tuesday took cognisance of a complaint and issued summons against Udhayanidhi Stalin, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader and son of Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin, for his remarks on Sanatana Dharma. Udhayanidhi Stalin, who is a sports minister, has been booked under section 298 (hurting religious sentiments) of Indian Penal Code (IPC). A bench headed by Manoranjan Jha acknowledged the complaint and issued a summons against Udhayanidhi Stalin asking the latter to appear before the court either personally or through his lawyer for bail. The court has scheduled the next hearing for April 1, 2024. A practising lawyer of Ara civil court in Bhojpur district of Bihar had lodged a complaint against Udhayanidhi under sections 120 (B), 153(A), 153 (B), 295 (A) and 298 of IPC. Advocate Aditya, primary witness in the complaint, highlighted that Indian law for passing remarks on caste and religion. Udhayanidhi triggered a controversy following his speech at Sanatana Abolition Conference in September last year. He had compared Sanatana Dharma to disease like mosquito-borne fevers and coronavirus', saying it needed to be eradicated similarly. Another similar complaint case has been filed in a Muzaffarpur court by advocate Sudhir Kumar Ojha.
Sunita Devi's kidneys were removed at a private nursing home in Muzaffarpur district in September 2022 by Dr RK Singh, who has been absconding after that, and police have yet to arrest him.
Bihar Police arrest two shooters of Lawrence Bishnoi gang
Patna, March 7 (IANS) Bihar Police on Thursday said that they have arrested two shooters of the dreaded Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The police said that the operation was jointly carried out by Muzaffarpur and Sitamarhi Police late on Wednesday night. The police have identified the shooters as Sunil Karolia, a native of Jaipur and Shahnawaz []
PM Modi Opens Rs.12,800 Cr Infrastructure Boost in Bihar's Champaran
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inagurated a series of projects worth Rs.12,800 crore in Bihar's West Champaran district on Wednesday. These projects encompass various infrastructure initiatives focusing on rail, road, and petroleum and natural gas development in Bettiah. Among the key inaugurations, PM Modi launched the Indian Oil's Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG Pipeline, spanning 109 kilometers. This pipeline holds significance as it will enhance access to cleaner cooking fuel not only in Bihar but also in neighboring Nepal. Additionally, the Prime Minister dedicated Indian Oil's LPG Bottling Plant and storage terminal in Motihari. The terminal is strategically positioned to serve as a vital supply point for exporting petroleum products to Nepal. It is expected to cater to eight districts in North Bihar, namely East Champaran, West Champaran, Gopalganj, Siwan, Muzaffarpur, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, and Madhubani. The newly established Bottling Plant in Motihari is poised to streamline the supply chain, particularly benefiting markets connected to the Motihari Plant. Congress Urges PM Modi to Address Caste-Based Census in Bihar Visit PM Modi Inaugurates 17-Kilometer Extension of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor
PM Modi unveils projects worth Rs 12,800 crore in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced projects worth Rs 12,800 crore in Bihar, unveiling them at a program in Bettiah, West Champaran. The projects included the inauguration of the 109-km-long Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG pipeline, Indian Oil's LPG bottling plant and storage terminal at Motihari, and the foundation stone laying for the city gas distribution project in several districts.
Congress Urges PM Modi to Address Caste-Based Census in Bihar Visit
Patna: The Congress launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit to Bihar to inaugurate various development projects, urging him to address the issue of caste-based census in his speech. Jairam Ramesh, Congress general secretary in-charge communications, criticized the PM, anticipating him to disseminate falsehoods during his address. In a Hindi post on X, Ramesh urged the PM to address the significant issue of socio-economic caste census amidst his anticipated statements. He posed four questions to the PM, questioning the delay in conducting the regular census, scheduled for 2021, and the non-disclosure of caste-related data from the 2011 Socio-Economic Caste Census. Ramesh also questioned the vision of the new NDA government in Bihar regarding social and economic justice for disadvantaged communities highlighted in the census. He reiterated Congress's commitment to conducting a nationwide comprehensive socio-economic caste census if voted to power in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Caste census has been a central theme for the Congress in the upcoming general elections. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch infrastructure-related projects worth around Rs. 12,800 Crores in Bettiah, West Champaran district. Among these projects, he will inaugurate Indian Oil's Muzaffarpur - Motihari LPG Pipeline, aiming to provide cleaner cooking fuel in Bihar and neighboring Nepal. Additionally, he will dedicate Indian Oil's LPG Bottling Plant & storage terminal at Motihari, facilitating smoother supply chains and strategic export opportunities to Nepal. Shatrughan Sinha Criticizes BJP's Handling of Ram Mandir Publicity PM Modi Inaugurates 17-Kilometer Extension of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Accuses PM Modi of Misleading Claims on Fund Allocation
The festival of Mahashivratri will be celebrated on 8th March. Shiva devotees are eagerly waiting for this special day of Mahadev. On this day the Shivalinga form of Bholenath is worshipped. Therefore almost everyone in India goes to temples to offer water to Bhole Baba. Many women also keep fast on this day. Because by worshipping Mahadev their married life remains happy. In today's article, we are going to tell you about 5 such temples of Bihar, whose glory is very unique. On the day of Mahashivratri, a huge crowd of devotees gather in these temples. Baba GaribNath Baba GaribNath temple, called Deoghar in Bihar, is also best to visit on Mahashivratri. Here people stand in line at night to have Baba's darshan. Here you can take Ganga water from PaheljaGhat and come to Muzaffarpur via Hajipur. It is said about this temple that earlier there was a banyan tree here. Bhole Baba appeared here during the cutting of this tree. After which the worship started here. KoteshwarNathDham This temple is located in the Main village of Belaganj block near the Morhar and Dargha rivers. It is believed that the history of this temple is more than 100 years old. It is said that this temple was built by Usha, daughter of Vanasura. She wanted to marry Shri Krishna's grandson Aniruddha, but Vanasura was Shri Krishna's enemy. He was not happy with this marriage. Therefore, Usha got this temple of Bhole Baba built to marry Anirudh. Ajgaivinath Temple On the day of Mahashivratri, if you want to visit a particular temple in Bihar to offer water to Bhole Baba, then you can go to Ajgaibinath Temple located in Sultanganj, Bihar. Devotees coming here believe that whoever worships Bholenath here with true heart, God fulfils all his wishes. How to reach- This temple is located in West Sultanganj, 26 kilometers away from Bhagalpur. You can reach here via auto or bus. The temple is situated on a mountain and the greenery around it makes it more attractive. This temple is the best for visiting Bholenath in Bihar. Baba BrahmeshwarNath Temple It is said about this temple that the Shivalinga situated here was established by Brahmaji himself. This temple is located in Brahmapur in the Buxar district of Bihar. The distance of this temple from Buxar is 40 km. The biggest feature of this temple is that its door faces west. This is special because, in other temples of the country, the door is in the east direction. Baba Hariharnath Temple This is the only temple in which one half has the figure of Shiva and the other half has the figure of Vishnu. It is believed that this temple was built by Lord Brahma to bring Lord Vishnu and the dead body closer. Apart from this, it is also said that Shri Ram had stopped here while going to Janakpur and established Hari and Har. Image Credit- Freepik
Supreme Court to hear plea challenging remission granted to ex-Bihar MP Anand Mohan
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday a plea challenging remission granted to former Bihar Lok Sabha MP Anand Mohan, who is serving a life term in the 1994 murder case of the then Gopalganj district magistrate, G Krishnaiah. Uma Krishnaiah, the wife of the deceased magistrate, has moved the top court challenging the Bihar governments decision to release Mohan prematurely. A two-judge bench of Justices Surya Kant and KV Viswanathan is set to hear the petition on Monday. Mohan was released from Bihars Saharsa jail in April last year after serving more than 14 years in jail. He was prematurely released and granted remission following an April 10, 2023 amendment to the Bihar prison manual by the state government. From coolie to IAS officer: Friends, kin recall slain Krishnaiahs struggle, triumph & tragic end Victims status no factor to deny remission: Bihar govt defendsconvict Anand Mohan's release On February 6, the Supreme Court asked Mohan the gangster-turned-politician of Bihar to surrender his passport and asked the Centre to make its stand clear on his premature release issue. The top court had also the former MP to record his presence every fortnight at the local police station. Upon his conviction in the murder case in 1994, Mohan was released after serving more than 14 years in jail, as the Bihar government had, in its notification, ordered to free him. Terming the notification not a good decision, Uma Krishnaiah in her plea said, It is submitted that it is a well-settled principle of law that Imprisonment for life means full natural course of life and cannot be mechanically interpreted to be 14 years. It means that imprisonment for life lasts until the last breath, Umas petition read. Krishanaiah, a 1985 batch IAS officer, was only 37 years old when he was killed in Muzaffarpur by a mob led by a few politicians, including Mohan.
PM to intensify campaign for LS polls from today
NEW DELHI: Ahead of the likely announcement for election dates for the 18th Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend at least 29 programmes across 12 states and UTs over the next 10 days, starting from March 4. As a part of inaugurating and laying foundation stones for various projects in line with making India as a developed nation by 2047, Modi will visit Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, West Bengal and Bihar again between March 4 and 6, besides other states thereafter. In his first leg of the visits, the PM will visit Telangana on March 4 to inaugurate or lay the foundation stones for multiple development projects worth more than Rs 56,000 crore. According to an official statement issued by the Prime Ministers Office on Sunday, after Telangana, Modi will visit Tamil Nadus Kalpakkam the same day. On March 5 again, he will inaugurate, dedicate and lay the foundation stones for multiple projects worth Rs 6,800 crore in Telangana, and the same day, he will visit Odisha to announce development projects worth Rs 19,600 crore. On March 6, the Prime Minister will inaugurate foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 15,400 crore in Kolkata and inaugurate the under-river metro tunnel as well. After Kolkata, Modi is scheduled to visit Bihars Bettiah where he is scheduled to inaugurate projects worth Rs 12,800 crore. That would be the PMs second visit in less than a week to Bihar. In Bihars Bettiah, Modi will inaugurate the 109-km Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG pipeline of Indian Oil, which is aimed at providing cleaner cooking fuel in areas neighbouring Nepal. The new pipeline will act as a strategic supply point of petroleum products in Nepal in addition to covering Bihars eight districts East Champaran, West Champaran, Siwan, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Gopalganj and Muzaffarpur. As part of his visits, Modi will hold public meetings in Adilabad in Telangana and Chennai in Tamil Nadu. He will also address a public meeting in Chandikhole in Odisha, before travelling to West Bengal. On March 7, the PM will visit Jammu and Kashmir and on return, will attend a media event in Delhi in the evening. On March 8, Modi will participate in the first-ever National Creators Award in Delhi and then leave for Assam. On March 10, he is scheduled to visit Uttar Pradesh to dedicate to the nation various projects in Azamgarh. He will attend an event in Delhi the next day related to Namo Drone Didi and Lakhpati Didi programmes. Second visit to Bihar After Kolkata, Modi is scheduled to visit Bihars Bettiah where he is scheduled to inaugurate projects worth Rs 12,800 crore. That would be the PMs second visit in less than a week to Bihar. In Bihars Bettiah, Modi will inaugurate the 109-km Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG pipeline of Indian Oil, which is aimed at providing cleaner cooking fuel in areas neighbouring Nepal.
Remission of ex-MP Anand Mohan: SC to hear tomorrow a plea filed by Uma Krishnaiah
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday, a plea filed by Uma Krishnaiah, challenging the remission granted to former Lok Sabha Member of Parliament (MP) Anand Mohan , who was serving a life term in the 1994 murder case of the then Gopalganj District Magistrate (DM) G Krishnaiah, according to the Supreme Court's causelist. Uma Krishnaiah, the wife of the deceased, DM G Krishanaiah, had knocked the doors of the Supreme Court challenging the Bihar govt's decision to release Mohan, prematurely the former Bihar MP, who was convicted to life imprisonment in her husband's murder case in 1994. A two-judge bench of the Top Court, headed by Justice Surya Kant and also comprising Justice K V Viswanathan is scheduled to hear the petition filed by Uma Krishnaiah, tomorrow. Mohan was released from Bihar's Saharsa jail in April last year, after serving more than 14 years in jail. He was prematurely released and granted remission following an April 10, 2023 amendment to the Bihar Prison Manual by the state government. The Bihar govt in its amendment had done away with the restriction on early release of those involved in the killing of a public servant on duty, facilitating Mohan's release. The top court had on February 06 in its order asked the Bihar gangster-turned-politician, Mohan to surrender his passport and asked the Centre to make its stand clear on his premature release issue. The top court also had asked Mohan to record his presence every fortnight at the local police station. The former Bihar MP, Mohan, was convicted to life imprisonment in the murder G Krishanaiah, in 1994, in the case. Mohan was convicted for murdering Krishanaiah in 1994, and was released after serving more than 14 years in jail, as the Bihar govt had in its notification ordered to release him from jail. Uma Krishnaiah in her petition said that the Bihar govt's notification to release Mohan was ot a good decision. It is submitted that it is well-settled principle of law that Imprisonment for life means full natural course of Life and cannot be mechanically interpreted to be 14 years. It means that imprisonment for life lasts until the last breath, Uma's petition said. That it is settled law that the sentence of imprisonment for life given to a convict as a substitute for the death sentence must be viewed differently and segregated from the ordinary life imprisonment given as the sentence of first choice, the petiton of Uma, filed before the Supreme Court said. Krishanaiah, a 1985 batch IAS officer, was only 37-year-old, when he was brutally killed in Muzaffarpur, Bihar in 1994, by the mob led by a few politicians, including Mohan. Mohan was sentenced to death in 2007, by the Patna High Court. The sentence, however, was reduced to rigorous life imprisonment in 2008 by the Supreme Court. In the year 2012, Mohan appealed to the Supreme Court to reduce his jail sentence, which was rejected by the court.
