Rising Temperatures and Heatwave Return to South-West Bihar Amid Stagnant Monsoon

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Due to the stagnant monsoon in Bihar, temperatures have risen once again in the south-western part of the state. On Sunday, a heatwave returned to Dehri, Gopalganj, Bhojpur, Vaishali, Aurangabad, and Arwal. Strong hot winds blew through these areas, causing temperatures to soar five degrees Celsius above normal. Vaishali experienced the…

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Surging Demand for Drinking Water at Patna Junction Amid Scorching Heat

By Neeraj Kumar Patna, June 22: The soaring temperatures have significantly increased the demand for drinking water at all major railway stations, including Patna Junction. Passengers rush to buy water as soon as the trains halt. Sources indicate that approximately 29,500 to 30,000 liters of Rail Neer are consumed daily at the junction, compared to…

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Severe Heatwave Forces School Closures in Patna and Gaya

By Neeraj Kumar Patna, June 17: A severe heatwave affecting most districts of Bihar, including Patna, has made life difficult for residents. For the past 15 days, the scorching sun has shown no signs of relenting, with daily maximum temperatures consistently above 40 degrees Celsius. This extreme heat has made it challenging for people to…

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Relief from Heatwave in Bihar: Monsoon Expected to Bring Heavy Rain Within Days

By Neeraj Kumar Patna: The rising temperatures and heatwave in Bihar have been a cause for concern, but relief is on the way. The impact of the monsoon is expected to be felt in Bihar within the next two to three days, with heavy rains forecasted within four to five days. The Meteorological Department has…

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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar

CM Nitish Kumar orders closure of all schools in Bihar till June 8 after 100 students faint due to heatwave

By Alok Mohit and Neeraj Kumar Patna, May 29: Chief minister (CM) Nitish Kumar has ordered closure of schools across Bihar till June 8 after more than 100 students fell unconscious due to extreme heatwave conditions in different parts of the state on Wednesday. The state is reeling under fierce heatwave with the day temperature…

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