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Police Nab Alleged Mastermind of Inter-State Employment Scam in Rajasthan

Police Nab Alleged Mastermind of Inter-State Employment Scam in Rajasthan

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Kota City Police have arrested an alleged mastermind of an inter-state employment racket accused of defrauding over 8,500 people by promising work-from-home opportunities.

NDA sweeps RS polls as Nitish, Nitin enter Upper House

NDA sweeps RS polls as Nitish, Nitin enter Upper House

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

The ruling NDA alliance has secured a majority in the Rajya Sabha elections, winning key seats in Bihar, Odisha, and Haryana, while other candidates were elected unopposed across multiple states. The elections were marked by cross-voting allegations and political maneuvering.

'People reject you, you want publicity': SC raps Prashant Kishor's party

'People reject you, you want publicity': SC raps Prashant Kishor's party

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court declined to entertain a petition by Jan Suraaj Party seeking annulment of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, citing violation of the Model Code of Conduct. The court directed the party to approach the Patna High Court.

Delhi Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing Wife, Daughters

Delhi Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing Wife, Daughters

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Delhi Police have arrested a man for allegedly murdering his wife and three daughters in their home. The accused was apprehended in Rajasthan and is being questioned.

PKL: U Mumba clinch thriller vs Patna Pirates

PKL: U Mumba clinch thriller vs Patna Pirates

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

U Mumba edged out Patna Pirates in a nail-biting contest in the Pro Kabaddi League, pulling off a thrilling 40-39 victory at the Vishwanadh Sports Club in Visakhapatnam on Thursday.

RJD worker shot dead at Patna railway station

RJD worker shot dead at Patna railway station

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

A Rashtriya Janata Dal worker was shot dead by unidentified armed assailants near Rajendra Nagar terminal in Patna, police said on Thursday.

Telugu Titans oust Patna Pirates, make PKL Qualifier 2

Telugu Titans oust Patna Pirates, make PKL Qualifier 2

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Telugu Titans set up Qualifier 2 clash with Puneri Paltan after win over Pirates

PKL: Telugu Titans beat Patna Pirates for third win in a row

PKL: Telugu Titans beat Patna Pirates for third win in a row

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Later, Puneri Paltan beat Bengal Warriorz 49-44.

Bihar Police Tightens Security Ahead of Holi Celebrations

Bihar Police Tightens Security Ahead of Holi Celebrations

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Bihar Police have announced increased security measures ahead of the Holi festival to prevent disturbances and maintain law and order.

UP Yoddhas secure comeback win over Patna Pirates

UP Yoddhas secure comeback win over Patna Pirates

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

A hard-fought comeback from UP Yoddhas saw them beat Patna Pirates 34-31 in a Pro Kabaddi League season 12 match in Visakhapatnam on Monday.

PKL: Bulls bounce back! Crush Patna after 3 straight losses

PKL: Bulls bounce back! Crush Patna after 3 straight losses

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Bengaluru Bulls finally opened their tally in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 after they beat the Patna Pirates 38-30 in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.

Ishan Kishan's Redemption: From Snub to Pakistan Statement

Ishan Kishan's Redemption: From Snub to Pakistan Statement

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

After losing his central contract and slipping down the pecking order, Ishan Kishan rebuilt his game and mindset through discipline, meditation and domestic grind - culminating in a defining performance against Pakistan.

Who Will Be BJP's First CM In Bihar?

Who Will Be BJP's First CM In Bihar?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

It now has become clear that he will have to quit his post.

Delhi Man Arrested After Killing Wife, Daughters

Delhi Man Arrested After Killing Wife, Daughters

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A 42-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly killing his wife and three daughters in Delhi due to gambling debts. He was apprehended in Rajasthan after a multi-state manhunt.

Ayan stars as Patna Pirates crush Bulls in PKL Eliminator

Ayan stars as Patna Pirates crush Bulls in PKL Eliminator

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Ayan helps Patna Pirates beat Bengaluru Bulls to reach Eliminator 3

JD-U leaders upset over Nitish exit, welcome son's entry

JD-U leaders upset over Nitish exit, welcome son's entry

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

JD-U lawmakers voiced their concerns over Nitish Kumar's move to the Rajya Sabha, while also welcoming the imminent political debut of his son, Nishant, amidst speculation about the future leadership of the state.

BJP's Nitin Babu Rises In the Land of Nitish Babu

BJP's Nitin Babu Rises In the Land of Nitish Babu

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

BJP leaders say Nitin Nabin's low-profile image has made him a favourite of Amit Shah, who was in search of such a leader to appoint to the top party position -- someone who follows the Modi-Shah line as BJP president without "ifs and buts".

BJP chief Nitin Nabin to contest RS polls from Bihar

BJP chief Nitin Nabin to contest RS polls from Bihar

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The BJP has announced its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across multiple states, including Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and Haryana.

It's official! Nitish to move to Rajya Sabha, to quit as Bihar CM

It's official! Nitish to move to Rajya Sabha, to quit as Bihar CM

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Nitish Kumar's decision to contest the Rajya Sabha elections signals the end of his long-standing tenure as Bihar's Chief Minister, paving the way for a potential BJP leader to take the helm.

Budget 2026 Hits And Misses

Budget 2026 Hits And Misses

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

CA Sumeet Mehta analyses the Union Budget 2026-2027, identifying key positives and negatives.

Nitish Kumar drives down to meet Amit Shah in Patna hotel

Nitish Kumar drives down to meet Amit Shah in Patna hotel

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Patna to discuss election strategy. The meeting aims to dispel rumors of strained relations and solidify the NDA alliance ahead of upcoming assembly polls.

Tejashwi Yadav elevated to RJD working president post Bihar poll rout

Tejashwi Yadav elevated to RJD working president post Bihar poll rout

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

Lalu Prasad's son, Tejashwi Yadav, has been appointed the working president of the RJD following the party's performance in recent elections. The decision was made at the party's national executive meeting.

Lalu Visits Estranged Son's Home For Makar Sankranti

Lalu Visits Estranged Son's Home For Makar Sankranti

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

'I am not angry with my son. He will always have my blessings. Tej Pratap will now stay with the family.'

Jab We Met: 'We Got Married With Almost Nothing'

Jab We Met: 'We Got Married With Almost Nothing'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

During Valentine's Week, Prabhat Kumar shares the story on how he met his wife, Ranjana.

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Pan-India LeT module busted, 7 Bangladeshis among 8 held

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

In a major counter-terror operation spanning three states, the Delhi Police has dismantled a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) module comprising eight operatives, including seven Bangladeshi nationals who had illegally entered India and procured forged identity documents, an official said on Sunday.

BJP workers ransack Cong headquarters in Patna, Kolkata

BJP workers ransack Cong headquarters in Patna, Kolkata

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Workers from the BJP and Congress clashed in Patna during a protest march organized by the BJP against the use of abusive language towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's late mother. The protest turned violent, with stone pelting and vandalism reported. Police intervened to control the situation, and an investigation is underway.

Patna hospital murder: Prime suspect Tauseef 'Badshah' arrested

Patna hospital murder: Prime suspect Tauseef 'Badshah' arrested

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Bihar Police have arrested the prime accused and his associates in connection with the murder of gangster Chandan Mishra, who was shot dead inside a private hospital in Patna. The arrests were made in a joint operation with West Bengal Police in Kolkata.

Patna, The Ganga And The Deluge

Patna, The Ganga And The Deluge

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Scenes of flooding in Patna as the Ganga swells up following heavy rains.

Shirtless protest at AI summit: Cong faces backlash; Rahul shown black flags

Shirtless protest at AI summit: Cong faces backlash; Rahul shown black flags

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

The BJP protesters, carrying placards and raising slogans, slammed the Congress and its leader, Rahul Gandhi, calling them "traitors" for allegedly tarnishing the nation's image.

The World's Tallest Shivling!

The World's Tallest Shivling!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The Shivling is 33 feet in height and weighs 210 tonnes.

Bihar poll dates soon? Gyanesh Kumar-led team visits Patna

Bihar poll dates soon? Gyanesh Kumar-led team visits Patna

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar arrived in Bihar to review preparations for the upcoming assembly elections. The visit includes meetings with political parties, police, administrative officials, and state leaders to ensure smooth conduct of the polls. The visit follows the publication of the final electoral roll after a Special Intensive Revision, which has sparked controversy among political parties.

Hugh And Colleen Gantzer Showed India To The World

Hugh And Colleen Gantzer Showed India To The World

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

'The culture of mankind has been spread by the travel gene which pushes one in five people to have the curiosity to move to unknown destinations.'

Nitish remarks on Rabri trigger ruckus in Bihar council; Oppn evicted

Nitish remarks on Rabri trigger ruckus in Bihar council; Oppn evicted

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Opposition members in the Bihar legislative council were suspended and evicted after demanding an apology from Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for allegedly using foul language against their leader Rabri Devi, leading to a day of disruption and accusations from both sides.

Budget 2026 stays committed to long-term growth drivers

Budget 2026 stays committed to long-term growth drivers

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Capex, infrastructure development, and prudent fiscal management are the key focus areas in the Budget, says Nilesh Shah.

'Rahul Gandhi Is Deliberately Destroying The Congress'

'Rahul Gandhi Is Deliberately Destroying The Congress'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'Both Rahul and Modi are the same in the way they run their parties. Modi too wants faceless people and so does Rahul Gandhi.'

Trade union strike sees mixed response; normal life unaffected

Trade union strike sees mixed response; normal life unaffected

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

A nationwide strike called by central trade unions saw a mixed response across India, impacting various sectors and states differently, with some areas experiencing disruptions while others remained largely unaffected.

Union Budget 2026: Fiscal deficit target set at 4.3%

Union Budget 2026: Fiscal deficit target set at 4.3%

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a fiscal deficit target of 4.3% of GDP for FY27, continuing the path of fiscal consolidation. The government aims to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio to 55.6% by BE 2026-27 and further to around 50% by March 2031.

Patna hospital murder: 5 accused held in Kolkata; 5 cops suspended

Patna hospital murder: 5 accused held in Kolkata; 5 cops suspended

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Five individuals have been arrested in New Town, Kolkata, in connection with the murder of gangster Chandan Mishra in a Patna hospital. The arrests were made following a joint operation by the Patna Police and West Bengal STF.

Murder convict out on parole shot dead in Patna hospital

Murder convict out on parole shot dead in Patna hospital

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

A murder convict, out on parole for treatment, was shot dead by gunmen inside a private hospital in Patna, Bihar. Police are investigating the incident, suspecting old rivalry as the motive.

Bharat Ratna Demand For Nitish BJP Ploy?

Bharat Ratna Demand For Nitish BJP Ploy?

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

'Demand to confer the Bharat Ratna on Nitishji is to sideline him in politics and force him to retire from politics.'