Political activity in Bihar is all set to intensify once the inauspicious kharmas period ends on April 14. Will Nitish Kumar pull another rabbit out of his hat? M I Khan reports.
Police in Kishanganj, Bihar, seized 246 kg of ganja worth approximately Rs 1.23 crore and arrested two individuals involved in the smuggling operation.
'In my childhood, I used to sing the song Thande Thande Paani Se Nahana Chahiye. That song convinced me to do this film.'
The BJP-led government in Bihar secured a vote of confidence in the state assembly, with Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary pledging economic development and significant investments. The motion was passed amidst heated debates and accusations between the ruling NDA and the opposition, highlighting political tensions and differing views on issues like women's reservation.
It now has become clear that he will have to quit his post.
A man in Lucknow and his accomplice have been arrested for allegedly strangling his minor daughter to death, disfiguring her face with acid, and dumping her body near a canal. The crime was motivated by suspicion about the girl's activities and fear of social stigma, according to police.
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has been elected as the BJP legislature party leader, paving the way for him to become the next Chief Minister of Bihar.
The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) is set to introduce approximately 7.5 lakh school students to the sport of shooting as part of its 75th foundation anniversary celebrations.
The Election Commission has allotted the 'whistle' symbol to actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), for the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections. Party workers are enthusiastically promoting the symbol across Tamil Nadu.
The home portfolio of Bihar, which Chief Minister Nitish Kumar kept with himself all through his nearly 20-year-long tenure, has been given to his deputy, BJP leader Samrat Chowdhury, this time, according to an official notification issued on Friday.
A group of Indian sailors recount their harrowing experience of being detained in Iran on suspicion of smuggling, and their subsequent escape from the country as regional tensions escalated into open conflict.
The Chhattisgarh Anti-Corruption Bureau/Economic Offences Wing (ACB/EOW) has filed a chargesheet against an SBI manager accused of embezzling over Rs 2.78 crore through fraudulent transactions.
Over 27,000 people participated in the PNB 'Soldierathon 2026', commemorating 'Operation Sindoor' and honouring the Indian armed forces. The event, organised in association with the Indian armed forces, featured half marathons and 10 km runs.
It has been a chequered political journey for Samrat Choudhary, who began his political career as a minister in Bihar nearly three decades ago, only to be removed by the then-Governor following allegations about his eligibility.
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The man, identified as Suraj, a native of Maharashtra and residing in Salem, collapsed after complaining of chest pain. According to the police, he had gone to see Vijay.
An art exhibition in New Delhi showcased drawings by children killed in a school bombing in Iran, offering a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict.
Police in Haryana have arrested seven individuals, including the suspected mastermind, in connection with a robbery of gold and cash from a bullion trader's employees. The accused are part of an interstate gang involved in organised robberies across the NCR, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh.
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in an online investment fraud of Rs 10 lakh. The accused lured a complainant with promises of high returns on stock market investments before ceasing communication after receiving the funds.
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'Samrat Chaudhury's limited independent standing within the party, his reliance on the central leadership for his elevation, and his lack of a personal mass base all point toward this outcome.'
TVS Racing and Yamaha riders stole the limelight in the eight classes.
'If the Opposition associates itself too much with the minorities, then it becomes easy for the BJP to get Hindu consolidation votes.'
This week's OTT releases feature a diverse range of genres, from the adult entertainment platform-focused Margo's Got Money Troubles starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Nicole Kidman, to the Hindi crime drama Matka King with Vijay Varma, exploring Bombay's gambling culture.
C Vijay Kumar emerged the overall winner of the showpiece event -- the Foreign Open Class -- in the second round of the MRF National Motocross Champion.
The Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) has criticised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after its Guwahati Central candidate, Kunki Chowdhury, was summoned by police in connection with an election-related case. The AJP alleges the ruling BJP is using intimidation tactics due to Chowdhury's strong performance.
'...keeping in mind that an entire family, from anywhere in India, can sit down together to watch it in theatres! Maybe that's why they always show up for my family entertainers.'
The dominant theme at this year's ceremonial parade at the Kartavya Path, and other associated celebrations, has been the sesquicentenary of the national song, 'Vande Mataram.'
Police in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh are investigating three separate incidents in which individuals allegedly died by suicide. The victims include a 21-year-old woman, a 27-year-old woman, and a 35-year-old man.
The INDIA bloc faces a significant challenge as the Congress and DMK part ways, raising questions about the alliance's future and unity.
What lessons opposition parties need to learn post defeat of Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal elections? The election saw spectacular victor of BJP which rose from 3 seats in 2016 to 206 seats in 2026 assembly elections.
Nitin Nabin held a roadshow in Patna on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, marking his first visit to his native Bihar after being appointed the Bharatiya Janata Party's national working president.
K Vijay Kumar has been appointed the new director general of the Central Reserve Police Force. Vijay, who was reportedly handpicked by Home Minister P Chidambaram for the job, will replace Vikram Shrivatsava as the CRPF DG.Vijay Kumar is presently the director of the National Police Academy in Hyderabad. He has earlier served in the elite Special Protection Group and was part of the special team to tackle sandalwood smuggler Veerappan, who was later killed in In
The Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) has criticised Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after its candidate, Kunki Chowdhury, was summoned by police in connection with an election-related case, alleging political harassment and misuse of power by the ruling BJP.
Opposition Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) candidate Kunki Chowdhury has filed a police complaint regarding alleged deepfake videos circulating on social media that defame her family, following claims made by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma about her mother's food habits.
The 22-year-old daughter of an IRS officer was allegedly raped and murdered at her Delhi residence. Police suspect a former domestic help, who is currently absconding.
More than 60 people, including wedding guests and family members, were injured after a stray dog went on a biting spree during a bride's farewell ceremony at a banquet hall in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, leading to panic and a stampede-like situation.
A sore elbow forced overnight leader Harmeet Kahlon to pull out of the second round in the Forest Hill Golf Open.
The Opposition had the numbers to win one Rajya Sabha seat from Bihar. As it turned out, four MLAs skipped the voting, helping the NDA to sweep the polls.
Film folk share pictures how they welcomed 2026.
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