Bihar: New Ganga Bridge Suffers Third Collapse, Sparking Fresh Concerns Over Structural Integrity

By Avijit Biswas Bhagalpur: A slab between pillars nine and ten of the under-construction four-lane mega bridge over the Ganga River in Bihar, connecting Sultanganj in Bhagalpur district of and Agwani Ghat in Khagaria district, collapsed and fell into the river today. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident. This marks the third time…

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Patna Junction Introduces QR Code Payments for Seamless Ticketing Experience

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Passengers traveling from Patna Junction have reason to rejoice as the station has introduced QR code payment options at its general ticket counters. This new feature allows passengers to make quick and convenient payments using their smartphones. The system has already been implemented at two counters located at the Karbighiya end…

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Modernization of Patna Airport: New Terminal to Offer Enhanced Passenger Experience

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Air passengers arriving in Patna will soon enjoy a host of modern facilities aimed at improving their travel experience. The upcoming terminal at Patna airport will feature three new conveyor belts, ensuring quicker baggage retrieval for passengers. Installation of these belts is set to begin next month. In addition, five new…

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ANM Anuradha Kumari from Bihar to be Honoured by Prime Minister on Independence Day for Exceptional Service

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Anuradha Kumari, an Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) posted in the Bhagwanpur block of Vaishali, Bihar, is set to be honoured by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of Independence Day for her exemplary service. Anuradha is the first ANM from Bihar to receive this recognition on the occasion of the…

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Patna Planetarium to Get Cutting-Edge VR 3D Theater with Rs 5.59 Crore Investment

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: The planetarium in Patna, the capital of Bihar, is set to introduce a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality (VR) 3D theater at a cost of Rs 5.59 crore. This new theater will utilize advanced technology to allow the audience to experience the real world while immersing themselves in a virtual environment. Specially designed…

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Prashant Kishore’s Jan Suraaj Enters the Fray: A New Contender in Bihar’s Assembly Elections

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: All the major political parties have started their preparations for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Grand Alliance (Mahagathbandhan) are gearing up for a fierce battle. However, this time, the spotlight is on Prashant Kishore, popularly known as PK, who is set to make a…

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Major Shake-up in Bihar Bureaucracy: Five IAS Officers Transferred, Patna Commissioner Kumar Ravi Shifted to CM’s Secretariat

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: In a significant reshuffle, the Bihar government transferred five IAS officers, with the most surprising move being the transfer of Patna Commissioner Kumar Ravi. On Sunday, Kumar Ravi was seen accompanying Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at various locations, but by evening, he was transferred to the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. Mayank Warwade,…

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Patna University Awaits Government Approval to Launch Forensic Science and AI Courses

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: For the past two years, discussions have been ongoing at Patna University regarding the introduction of AI courses. Additionally, a three-member university team visited Gandhinagar, Gujarat, last year to explore the possibility of launching forensic science studies. Despite over a year passing since this visit, the forensic science program has yet…

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Central Government Approves New Projects to Boost Bihar Textile Industry

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Efforts to promote industrial development and employment in Bihar have received a significant boost with the Central Government approving new projects aimed at advancing the state’s textile industry. This announcement was made by Bihar’s Industry Minister, Nitish Mishra. On June 14, 2024, Minister Nitish Mishra had formally requested the Central Government…

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Bihar Receives Rs 3,651 Crore in Central Government’s First Installment for Capital Investment

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: In a significant development for Bihar, the Central Government has released the first installment of funds under the special assistance scheme for capital investment for the financial year 2024-25. The initial phase has seen the release of Rs 3,651.12 crore against the total approved amount of Rs 5,532 crore for various…

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