Jan Suraaj seeks correction of discrepancies in Bihar MLC voter list; meets CEO
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 11 (IANS) A high-level delegation led by State Jan Suraaj Party President Manoj Bharti met the Bihar Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Vinod Singh Gunjiyal on Friday and submitted a memorandum seeking correction of discrepancies in the voter lists for the upcoming Legislative Council elections. Bharti said the delegation had raised concerns over irregularities in the voter list at a press conference on Wednesday. He added that the Jan Suraaj Party had identified 1,668 duplicate entries in the Tirhut constituency, where the same names appeared more than once, and had shared the list of duplicate entries with the media. The party delegation formally submitted the memorandum to the Election Commission of India on Friday. According to Bharti, election officials acknowledged the reported discrepancies and said corrective measures were already underway. Officials also told the delegation that the process of adding, deleting or correcting names in the voter lists would continue until the elections are formally announced. The final election would be conducted on the basis of the voter list published after the correction process, Bharti said. The terms of eight Bihar Legislative Council members elected from Teachers' and Graduates' constituencies are due to expire in the coming months, making the upcoming elections significant for all major political parties. Among the four Teachers' Constituency seats, Naval Kishore Yadav of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) represents Patna, Madan Mohan Jha of the Congress represents Darbhanga, Afaque Ahmad, an Independent represents Saran, and Sanjay Kumar Singh of the CPI represents Tirhut. In the four Graduates' Constituencies, Neeraj Kumar of the JD-U represents Patna, Sarvesh Kumar, an Independent represents Darbhanga, NK Yadav of the BJP represents Kosi, and Banshidhar Brajvasi, an Independent represents Tirhut. The current composition of the eight seats includes three Independents, two BJP members and one each from the JD-U, Congress and CPI. The upcoming elections will therefore be important for political parties seeking to retain their existing strongholds while also attempting to win seats currently held by Independent candidates. Among the Teachers' Constituencies, Patna has the largest voter base with 16,689 registered voters, followed by Saran with 10,800, Tirhut with 9,204 and Darbhanga with 8,967 voters. The Graduates' Constituencies have substantially larger electorates. Tirhut has around 1.35 lakh voters, followed by Kosi with around 1.34 lakh, Darbhanga with nearly 1.27 lakh and Patna with about 88,000 voters. With only a few months remaining before the terms of the sitting MLCs expire, political activity among prospective candidates is expected to intensify. Once the election schedule is announced, competition among political parties to secure the support of teachers and graduates is likely to become more intense.
RJD announces candidates for six seats ahead of Bihar MLC polls
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 11 (IANS) The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has intensified preparations for the upcoming elections to eight seats in the Bihar Legislative Council, announcing candidates for six constituencies while discussions over the remaining two are still underway. The elections will be held for four Teachers' Constituency and four Graduates' Constituency seats. The terms of the sitting MLCs are scheduled to expire on November 16, 2026, with the election process expected to be announced in September. Unlike Assembly elections, the Teachers' and Graduates' constituencies have a specialised electorate. While political parties are preparing their candidates, a number of Independent candidates are also expected to enter the contest. According to a list issued by the office of RJD state president Mangnilal Mandal, the party has named Dr Sanjiv Kumar Singh as its candidate for the Patna Teachers' Constituency and Dilip Kumar for the Patna Graduates' Constituency. The party has also fielded Nitesh Kumar from the Kosi Graduates' Constituency, Anil Kumar Jha from the Darbhanga Graduates' Constituency, Prof. Jayram Yadav from the Saran Teachers' Constituency and Dr Rashmi Vinayak Gautam from the Tirhut Graduates' Constituency. The RJD said discussions are continuing over the selection of candidates for the two remaining seats. Their names will be announced after the party finalises the candidates. With the tenure of the sitting MLCs approaching its end, political parties have stepped up preparations across the eight constituencies. The RJD has already outlined its strategy for several key seats, particularly in the Patna Teachers' and Graduates' constituencies. Among the four Teachers' Constituency seats, Prof. Naval Kishore Yadav of the BJP represents Patna, Dr Madan Mohan Jha of the Congress represents Darbhanga, Afaque Ahmad, an Independent, represents Saran, and Sanjay Kumar Singh of the CPI represents Tirhut. In the four Graduates' Constituencies, Neeraj Kumar of the JD(U) represents Patna, Sarvesh Kumar, an Independent, represents Darbhanga, NK Yadav of the BJP represents Kosi, and Banshidhar Brajvasi, an Independent, represents Tirhut, and their tenure will be completed in November this year. The specialised nature of the electorate is expected to make the contests different from conventional Assembly elections. Among the Teachers' Constituencies, Patna has the largest voter base with 16,689 registered voters, followed by Saran with 10,800, Tirhut with 9,204 and Darbhanga with 8,967 voters. The Graduates' Constituencies have substantially larger electorates. Tirhut has approximately 1.35 lakh voters, followed by Kosi with around 1.34 lakh, Darbhanga with nearly 1.27 lakh and Patna with about 88,000 voters. Alongside established political parties, Independent candidates are also preparing to campaign among teachers and graduates in their respective constituencies.
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Bihar weather: Yellow Alert in 13 districts as floods affect 6.65 lakh people
Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) The monsoon remains active across Bihar, with the Meteorological Department issuing a Yellow Alert for rain in 13 districts on Monday. The alert covers West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Muzaffarpur, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Vaishali, Samastipur and Supaul. Heavy rainfall has been forecast in four districtsSupaul, Samastipur, Sitamarhi and Darbhanga. Strong winds reaching speeds of up to 30 kmph are also expected in some areas, along with the possibility of lightning. The Meteorological Centre has advised residents to remain cautious during adverse weather. Several parts of Bihar received significant rainfall over the past 24 hours. Munger recorded 73 mm, followed by Patna with 68 mm, Banka with 67 mm, Muzaffarpur with 65 mm, and Jamui and Siwan with 55 mm each. Despite the recent rainfall, Bihar has recorded a 35 per cent deficit in cumulative rainfall so far this season. Against the expected 820.9 mm, the state has received 531.3 mm. Patna received 68 mm of rainfall on Sunday. The capital is expected to remain cloudy on Monday, although the possibility of continuous heavy rainfall is low. Light drizzle may occur in some areas. Humidity and temperatures may rise once the rain subsides, while no significant change in temperature is expected over the coming week. While rainfall continues in parts of the state, rising river levels have compounded the situation. Heavy rainfall in Nepal and Uttarakhand has contributed to increased water levels in several rivers, with floodwaters now affecting 18 districts and approximately 6.65 lakh people. The Ganga is flowing above the danger mark from Buxar to Bhagalpur. The Punpun has risen 2.75 metres above the danger mark, with floodwaters reportedly overtopping or breaching protective embankments in the southern parts of Patna and entering residential areas. Flooding has also disrupted transportation at several locations, with water affecting the Patna-Gaya railway section, Bihta Sarmera NH 78, and the Mokama National Highway. The Son River has also caused flooding in riverside villages in the Bihta block, affecting around 20,000 people and submerging several roads. According to the Meteorological Department, rainfall across Bihar is expected to remain uneven over the next few days, with localised cloud activity and light rain likely in different areas.
ICSI CS December 2026 New Exam Centres Out - Check State-Wise List Online @ icsi.edu
ICSI has opened 7 new CS exam centres for the December 2026 session in Begusarai, Darbhanga, Ayodhya, Saharanpur, Haridwar, Ratnagiri and Rewa. Check the full state-wise list, centre codes, and how to select a centre while enrolling.
City of ponds: residents of Bihars Darbhanga town wade into legal battle to save water bodies
Members of a citizen group have petitioned the Supreme Court seeking restoration and reclamation instead of beautification of the ponds
Bigg Boss fame Lopamudra Raut's Mumbai home robbed of Rs 76 lakh, accused arrested in Bihar
A man accused of stealing valuables worth around Rs 76.39 lakh from actor and former Bigg Boss contestant Lopamudra Raut's Mumbai home has been arrested in Bihar. Police caught the accused in Darbhanga and recovered stolen property worth more than Rs 51 lakh from his possession.
Bihar Police have lodged several FIRs against more than 600 unidentified protesters for vandalising public property; more than 40 students detained in Patna alone
Why apex court's wading into Darbhanga's ponds
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case concerning alleged encroachment of three historic water bodies. Petitioners accuse the Bihar government of threatening these lakes through a beautification project. Locals argue the government's plan constitutes encroachment disguised as development. The case highlights a broader decline in Bihar's water bodies over decades. Experts emphasize the need for ecosystem preservation and community involvement.
Violence Erupts in Darbhanga: Police Officer Shot, Suspect Lynched by Mob
Patna, June 26: A violent incident in Ojhaul village, Darbhanga district, has left a police officer critically injured and a suspected criminal dead at the hands of a mob. The injured officer has been identified as Mohammad Mobin, who was stationed at Patna Civil Court and had returned to his village just two days prior. ... Read more Violence Erupts in Darbhanga: Police Officer Shot, Suspect Lynched by Mob
New Train Service Connects Jaipur and Darbhanga, Boosting Regional Development
Jaipur, June 21: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma inaugurated the Darbhanga Amrit Bharat Express from the Khati Pura railway station in Jaipur on Sunday. This new train service will enhance rail connectivity between Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar, fostering regional development. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed gratitude to Prime ... Read more New Train Service Connects Jaipur and Darbhanga, Boosting Regional Development
Ex-employee kills manager with iron rod, scissors in Bihar
The manager of a Yamaha showroom in Bihars Darbhanga district was brutally attacked by a former employee with an iron rod and scissors, allegedly over past grudges. The incident occurred within the limits of the Ashok Paper Mill Police Station on Friday, June 12. A video of the incident shows the attacker storming in with 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 .
Manager of Yamaha Showroom Murdered in Darbhanga; Suspect Arrested
Darbhanga, June 14: In a shocking incident in Darbhanga, Bihar, the manager of a Yamaha motorcycle showroom was brutally murdered with an iron rod. The police arrested a suspect on Saturday in connection with the case. According to police officials, Faiz Ahmed, the manager of the Yamaha motorcycle agency near Chandanpatti Chowk, was attacked by ... Read more Manager of Yamaha Showroom Murdered in Darbhanga; Suspect Arrested
MAATI helps women artists from Bihar to look beyond art
MAATI, short for Mithila Art Artisan Transformative Initiative, works with women artisans from Madhubhani and Darbhanga in Bihar. Four women artisans showcased their works in Bengaluru, ranging from textile to wall art
Muslim group in Bihar raises demand on cow protection and ban on beef export
Members of the Muslim community in Bihars Darbhanga raised demands to declare the cow as the national animal and ban beef exports during a peaceful gathering after Eid-ul-Adha prayers. The event highlighted calls for respect, harmony, and social unity.
An American travel vlogger, @TonyKMontana, shared an enthusiastic video of Bihar's Darbhanga, challenging stereotypes and showcasing its palaces, markets, and cultural richness. Despite initial warnings, his visit revealed a memorable experience, sparking conversations about the state's often-overlooked heritage and potential for tourism.
Shocking Family Tragedy in Darbhanga: Man Kills Wife and Three Children
Darbhanga, May 19: A tragic incident unfolded in Darbhanga district, Bihar, where a man brutally murdered his wife and three children. The shocking event has sent ripples of fear throughout the community. Following the incident, police arrived at the scene to initiate an investigation. According to a police officer, the incident occurred in the Chandanpatti ... Read more Shocking Family Tragedy in Darbhanga: Man Kills Wife and Three Children
Rising Inflation Burdens the Poor and Working Class: Dipankar Bhattacharya
Darbhanga, May 17: Dipankar Bhattacharya, the General Secretary of CPI (ML), criticized the NDA government on Sunday for the rising prices of diesel and petrol, stating that the burden of inflation is falling on the poor and working class. Speaking at a press conference on the second day of a three-day state conference in Darbhanga, ... Read more Rising Inflation Burdens the Poor and Working Class: Dipankar Bhattacharya
