By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Preparations for the world-famous Harihar Kshetra Sonpur Fair 2024 have intensified. This year, the Sonpur Fair will commence on 13 November and conclude on 14 December. A vibrant array of cultural programmes is set to enliven this 32-day event, with the Tourism Department collaborating with other departments to finalise the schedule….
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Chhath festival is set to take place at approximately 550 small and large ghats in Patna, with extensive preparations ongoing at around 102 Ganga Ghats, 45 parks, and 63 ponds across the city. Parking arrangements for over 10,000 vehicles are being established at multiple locations. The festival will commence with the…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: A sensational case of cybercrime has emerged involving the mobile number of former Patna High Court Chief Justice Iqbal Ahmed Ansari, which has reportedly been hacked. Cybercriminals have used his number to solicit money from numerous individuals, including lawyers, by sending fraudulent messages requesting sums of Rs 55,000 from some and…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Approximately 4,000 teachers in Bihar are at risk of losing their jobs following an investigation that revealed serious credential discrepancies. It was found that 80% of these teachers scored below the required 60% in the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), while 20% possess fraudulent certificates, including disability, caste, residence, and sports…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Two residents of Patna, Akash from Kankarbagh and Ajay from Patrakar Nagar, have fallen victim to cybercrime scams, losing a combined sum of Rs 2.40 lakh. Both individuals have lodged complaints on the National Cyber Crime Portal. Akash reported that he received a call from an unknown number, where the caller…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: The revered Chhath Mahaparva begins on Tuesday with the traditional Nahai-Khai ritual, but this year, devotees are facing a sharp rise in costs. Inflation has increased expenses for Chhath-related items by 20 percent compared to last year, adding financial strain for many observants. Grocery shopkeepers have brought in special supplies for…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: As Chhath, one of Bihar’s most cherished festivals, approaches, the influx of migrant Biharis returning to their villages continues in full swing. While some arrived home for Diwali, many awaited Chhath to reunite with family. With the festival beginning on Tuesday with the traditional Nahay Khay ritual, Patna Junction is witnessing…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: The Bihar Health Department is preparing to privatise the state’s only government-run super-specialty eye hospital, originally built on the vision of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Located in Rajendra Nagar, Patna, this eye hospital was designed to function like a major corporate hospital, but is now likely to be handed over to…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: As Bihar gears up for the Chhath Puja festival, cold weather is set to arrive earlier than usual. From Monday, November 4, minimum temperatures across the state are expected to drop, with a more pronounced chill anticipated by November 15. The Meteorological Department reported a minimum temperature of 22°C over the…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Chhath festival is not only a significant celebration of faith but also a symbol of communal harmony. For the past three decades, Muslim women in Patna have been playing a vital role in the festival’s preparations by crafting earthen stoves, which are essential for the festival’s rituals. These women abstain from…
