Floodwater enters low-lying areas of Aurangabad after heavy rain

Bihar, Jharkhand sign Sone water-sharing agreement in presence of Home Minister Amit Shah

New Delhi, Aug 31: In the presence of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah, an MoU was signed between Bihar and Jharkhand on the sharing of Sone River water. Chief Minister of Jharkhand Hemant Soren, Chief Minister of Bihar Samrat Choudhary, Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.R. Patil, the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, the Union Home Secretary, and senior officials from the Government of India and both states were present on this occasion. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah said that todays agreement between Bihar and Jharkhand has resolved a long-awaited water dispute in eastern India. He said that this agreement will provide irrigation water to lakhs of farmers in large rural areas of Bihar and Jharkhand, along with drinking water for the people. Amit Shah stated that the agreement reached today regarding the sharing of the Sone River's waters is an excellent example of the 'Team Bharat' vision and cooperative federalism championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said that while all states possess their own distinct identities, if they move forward as 'Team Bharat' within the national context, there is no problem which cannot be resolved. Shri Shah added that this marks the fourth water agreement between states this year, which will enhance water availability for irrigation, rural development, and drinking purposes. Union Home Minister said that the agreement reached today to resolve the nearly 25-year-old water dispute between Bihar and Jharkhand exemplifies that any problem can be solved through dialogue conducted with the spirit of cooperative federalism. He said that issues concerning vast geographical areas, farmers, rural regions, and drinking water supplies in both states have been permanently resolved today. Amit Shah said that today's agreement would ensure the availability of adequate water for drinking and irrigation to a large population across the districts of Bhojpur, Buxar, Rohtas, Kaimur, Aurangabad, Arwal, Gaya, and Patna in Bihar. Moreover, water would become available for irrigation and drinking purposes in the Palamu, Garhwa, and other regions of Jharkhand. Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for resolving the issue of Sone River water sharing. On the initiative of Home Minister Amit Shah, long-pending water disputes between various states that had been unresolved for several decades are being resolved through the Inter-State Council, so far this year, four historic agreements have been reached. On July 7, 2026, a historic agreement regarding the settlement of outstanding payments was signed among the 'Narmada Award' beneficiary states Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh in the presence of the Union Home Minister. This agreement marks a milestone in resolving long-standing disputes among these states concerning cost-sharing for the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Project, with the outstanding dues being resolved through a one-time settlement. On June 29, 2026, a significant agreement was signed between the governments of Rajasthan and Haryana regarding the construction and implementation of the Yamuna Water Project. Under this agreement, approximately 580 MCM of water will be conveyed from the Yamuna Canal to Rajasthan via three underground pipelines. The project aims to deliver Rajasthan's share of Yamuna water from the Western Yamuna Canal through these underground pipelines. This will enable Rajasthan to effectively utilize the water allocated to it under the 1994 agreement regarding the sharing of usable surface water in the Upper Yamuna Basin. The project will ensure a continuous supply of drinking water to the arid and low-rainfall regions of Rajasthan and foster socio-economic development, thereby benefiting millions of people. On June 16, 2026, a consensus was reached among the concerned states regarding the long-pending Kishau Multipurpose Dam Project during a crucial meeting held in New Delhi under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah. During the meeting, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan agreed to a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the implementation of the Kishau Multipurpose Project. Regarding the project, the Central Government will provide 90% of the funding for the water component as central assistance, while the six states will bear the financial burden of the remaining 10%. An agreement was reached to allocate the water assigned to Himachal Pradesh to Delhi and Rajasthan in exchange for sharing the cost of the project's power component.

Thieves tape pet dog's mouth before stealing jewellery worth lakhs and cash from Bihar house

Bihar's Aurangabad district has seen a disturbing theft in which thievestaped a pet dog's mouth shut before breaking into a house, apparently to stop it from barking and alerting anyone nearby. The incident took place in Bharwar village under the jurisdiction of the Muffasil Police Station late at night amid heavy rain.

Sterlite Technologies transitions to 100% green power glass manufacturing operations

Sterlite Technologies (STL), recently, has moved a significant share of its electricity sourcing away from conventional fossil-fuel-based grid power to '100% Green Power' generated from wind and solar sources. The transition covers four of the company's four manufacturing plants in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad), Maharashtra. The shift has been enabled through Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL). This transition is expected to deliver a ~65% market-based scope 2 emission reduction in OF & OFC plants, representing a significant reduction in the emissions across participating plants.

Farmers Misled by Fake Fertilizers: Promod Kumar Singh

Aurangabad, August 23: Promod Kumar Singh, a legislator from the Janata Dal United (JD(U)), has raised concerns about the reliance of farmers on DAP fertilizers. He emphasized the need for farmers to diversify their fertilizer usage. In an interview on Saturday, Singh warned that excessive focus on DAP could empower syndicates engaged in black marketing. ... Read more Farmers Misled by Fake Fertilizers: Promod Kumar Singh

NCW Chairperson Leads Discussion on Womens Empowerment and Cybercrime Prevention

Aurangabad, August 22: Vijay Rahatkar, the Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW), led a discussion on womens empowerment and policing against cybercrime for Maharashtra police officials during a capacity-building program on Saturday. An official confirmed this information. Rahatkars two-day visit included a poetry evening titled Nari Hunkar, organized in collaboration with the Maharashtra ... Read more NCW Chairperson Leads Discussion on Womens Empowerment and Cybercrime Prevention

Tejashwi Yadav Demands FIR and CBI Investigation in Bihars Vimal Kumar Murder Case

Patna, August 3: Tejashwi Yadav, the leader of the opposition in Bihar, has criticized the state government following the murder of Vimal Kumar, the executive officer of the Dehri-Dalmianagar Municipal Council in Aurangabad district. Yadav spoke with the victims wife over the phone, offering condolences and assuring her that his party would stand by the ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Demands FIR and CBI Investigation in Bihars Vimal Kumar Murder Case

Shocking Murder of Bihar Municipal Officer Vimal Kumar Sparks Investigation

Aurangabad, August 2: The murder of Vimal Kumar, the Executive Officer of the Dehri-Dalmianagar Municipal Council, has sent shockwaves through the administrative sector in Bihars Aurangabad district. The incident occurred late Saturday night near the Dhanouti Bridge in the Barun police station area. The police have launched an investigation and are currently questioning a suspect ... Read more Shocking Murder of Bihar Municipal Officer Vimal Kumar Sparks Investigation

Vigilance Bureau Arrests Sub-Inspector for Bribery in Aurangabad, Bihar

Patna, August 1: The Vigilance Investigation Bureau has achieved another significant success in its anti-corruption campaign in Bihar. A police sub-inspector was caught red-handed while accepting a bribe of 50,000. The accused has been identified as Umesh Kumar, who was stationed at the Risiya police station in Aurangabad district. He was arrested on Friday near ... Read more Vigilance Bureau Arrests Sub-Inspector for Bribery in Aurangabad, Bihar

NEET candidates challenge results, Bombay HC fines each Rs 5K

The Bombay High Court on Thursday, July 30, dismissed the petitions filed by four candidates challenging the results of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) conducted in June. Justices N B Suryawanshi and A D Shinde of the Aurangabad bench here also imposed a cost of Rs 5,000 on each of the petitioners for Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bihar Police use tear gas, baton charge as NEET bandh turns violent

Patna: Left-wing student organisations held demonstrations across Bihar, some of which turned violent, on Saturday, July 25, in support of a statewide bandh against NEET question paper leak and police action on protesting students. According to police, the bandh turned violent in Patna, Saran, Siwan, Aurangabad and Bhagalpur, while protests in Samastipur, Nawada and Nalanda Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Left-wing students hold demonstration, clash with police in support of Bihar bandh

The bandh turned violent in Patna, Saran, Siwan, Aurangabad and Bhagalpur, while districts like Samastipur, Nawada and Nalanda witnessed mild protests, police said

RJD MP Abhay Kushwaha Dismisses BJP Rumors Amid Political Speculations

Patna, July 18: Amid rising political speculations regarding his alleged closeness to Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, Abhay Kushwaha, the Member of Parliament from Aurangabad representing the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has firmly denied rumors of joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Addressing a press conference, Kushwaha reiterated his commitment to the RJD and its ... Read more RJD MP Abhay Kushwaha Dismisses BJP Rumors Amid Political Speculations

Serious Blot On Civilised Society: Bombay High Court On Manual Scavenging

The Aurangabad bench of the high court held the state responsible for ensuring Rs 30 lakh compensation reaches the victims' families.

TATA Starbucks Reimagines its Loyalty Program with New Rewards and Enhanced Benefits

TATA Starbucks has announced the launch of its reimagined Starbucks Rewards program, featuring Green, Gold and the newly introduced Reserve tier. The enhanced program is designed to offer members greater value through faster earning, easier redemption and access to a broader suite of rewards, benefits and experiences as they progress through the program. The updated tiers include: Green: The entry tier where members can earn Starbucks Rewards faster, and choose to redeem Rewards of their choice Gold: Customers can get upgraded to Gold by accumulating 1000 Stars within a year of joining Reserve: Comes with a sleek, black personalized card customized with the customers name and the first year they joined the program. Customers can get upgraded on accumulating 5000+ Stars within a year of joining TATA Starbucks Reimagines its Loyalty Program with New Rewards and Enhanced Benefits The Starbucks Rewards program will now offer a host of customer benefits with each level unlocking an expanded portfolio of rewards and experiences as they deepen their engagement with the brand: Faster Earning: Members will earn 1 Star for every Rs.10 spent, with Gold Members earning 1.2X Stars and Reserve Members earning 1.3X Stars on every Rs. 10 spent More Accessible Rewards: Lower redemption thresholds make it easier for members to unlock rewards and enjoy benefits sooner, bringing them closer to the experiences and rewards they value Benefits at Every Level: Members can enjoy a range of benefits including personalized offers, birthday rewards, milestone celebrations, Double Stars Days and member-exclusive offers, ensuring every visit feels more rewarding Enhanced Member Experiences: As members progress through the program, they will also unlock additional benefits including Free Customized Mondays (every member can receive one free modifier on any handcrafted drink), accelerated Star earnings, exclusive merchandise, curated coffee experiences, special event access and other member-only privileges Adrit Mishra, COO, TATAStarbucks , said, At TATA Starbucks, we are constantly looking for ways to strengthen our connection with customers and create experiences that are meaningful, rewarding and personalized. The reimagined Starbucks Rewards program reflects our commitment to delivering greater value to our members by making rewards easier to earn and redeem, while introducing new benefits and experiences that celebrate loyalty. Whether someone is just beginning their Starbucks Rewards journey or is one of our most loyal members, the program has been designed to reward them at every stage. For more information and to start enjoying these rewards, visit the Starbucks India mobile application. About TATA Starbucks Private Limited Starbucks entered the Indian market in October 2012 through a 50/50 Joint Venture with Tata Consumer Products Limited and currently operates more than 506 stores in India across 81 cities, Agra, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Alibaug, Amritsar, Anand, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhatinda, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Faridabad, Gandhinagar, Ghaziabad, Goa, Guntur, Gurgaon, Guwahati, Gwalior, Haridwar, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Indore, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kochi, Kolhapur, Kolkata, Lonavala, Lucknow, Ludhiana, Mangalore, Meerut, Mumbai, Mussoorie, Mysore, Nagpur, Nashik, New Delhi, Noida, Pathankot, Patiala, Pondicherry, Pune, Raipur, Siliguri, Sonipat, Surat, Thrissur, Trivandrum, Udaipur, Vadodara, Vapi,Vijayawada, Varanasi and Vizag are cities in India. through a network of over 4,305 passionate partners (employees). Starbucks stores are operated by the joint venture, TATA Starbucks Private Limited, and branded as Starbucks Coffee - A TATA Alliance.

Tragic Accident in Madhya Pradesh Claims Four Lives, Two Injured

Madhya Pradesh, June 25: A tragic accident occurred in the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday. A car collided with a truck on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and leaving two others seriously injured. Reports indicate that the victims, residents of Aurangabad, Maharashtra, were traveling towards Delhi in a ... Read more Tragic Accident in Madhya Pradesh Claims Four Lives, Two Injured

Bihar Approves Establishment of Five New Private Universities

Patna, June 24: The Bihar government has approved the establishment of five new private universities. This decision was made during a cabinet meeting held on Wednesday. Among the universities approved is Shanza University in Madhubani, SA University in Ashok Nagar, Nawada, Himalaya University in Patna, and Sitayog University in Jasoiya Mor, Aurangabad. Additionally, VV Giri ... Read more Bihar Approves Establishment of Five New Private Universities

Opinion: Opinion | The Story Of A Hotel Check-In, And An India That No Longer Exists

Recently, a Muslim BJP leader was denied a room in a hotel in Aurangabad. Therein lie both the tragedy and the irony of our times.

BJP J&K Leader Claims Denial Of Hotel Accommodation In Aurangabad; NC Calls It Taste Of Own Medicine

NC spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar took a particularly sharp stance, describing the incident as getting a taste of ones own medicine.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Expresses Condolences Over Tragic Accident in Bihar

Amaravati, June 8: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accident that occurred near Aurangabad, Bihar, resulting in the deaths of three pilgrims. He extended his condolences to the affected families. In an official statement, Naidu communicated with officials regarding the incident and sought updates on the treatment of the ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Expresses Condolences Over Tragic Accident in Bihar

Three Andhra Pilgrims Killed, 15 Injured in Bihar Road Accident

Bus from Nellore to Varanasi collides with oncoming vehicle near Aurangabad on NH-2

Major Action Against Suspected Pakistani Gangsters in Maharashtra

Aurangabad, June 4: The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) is currently interrogating four suspects linked to alleged connections with Pakistani gangsters. These individuals were apprehended during a significant operation in Aurangabad district yesterday. According to officials, the ATS has been active for the past two days, conducting raids at five different locations. Sources within the ATS ... Read more Major Action Against Suspected Pakistani Gangsters in Maharashtra

Devastating Storm and Lightning Claim Over 20 Lives in Bihar

Patna, May 5: Severe weather in Bihar has wreaked havoc over the past 24 hours, resulting in the deaths of more than 20 people due to storms, heavy rainfall, and lightning strikes. Many others have sustained injuries. The districts most affected include East Champaran, Gaya, and Aurangabad. In response, the Chief Ministers office has announced ... Read more Devastating Storm and Lightning Claim Over 20 Lives in Bihar