Bihar: One killed, another injured in Bhojpur shooting incident
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 12 (IANS) Unidentified armed criminals shot dead a 23-year-old man and critically injured another in a broad-daylight attack in Barka Gaon village of Bihars Bhojpur district on Thursday, triggering panic in the area. The incident took place in Chautra locality, Ward No. 11, under the jurisdiction of the Mufassil police station. The deceased has been identified as Ritik Singh (23), son of Harendra Singh, a resident of Majhauwa village under the Ara Town police station area. The injured man is Yuvraj Singh (22), son of Ramvatar Singh, who belongs to Deori village under the Dhobaha police station area. According to preliminary information, the two men were targeted by the assailants, who opened fire at close range. Ritik sustained bullet injuries and died on the spot, while Yuvraj was reportedly hit by two bullets and seriously injured. Following the shooting, residents and family members rushed Yuvraj to a nearby hospital, where he is undergoing treatment. His condition is stated to be critical. The sudden attack in broad daylight created panic among residents, with people gathering at the spot soon after the incident. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear. On receiving information, a police team from the Mufassil police station reached the scene and initiated an investigation. Police officials are questioning residents and examining the circumstances surrounding the attack. Raids are also being conducted at suspected locations to identify and arrest those involved. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses. In another shocking incident, the bodies of two teenagers were discovered in a well in the Barhpur Panchayat, located within the jurisdiction of the Mokama police station in Patna district, on Thursday afternoon. The deceased have been identified as 18-year-old Sonu Kumar and 15-year-old Rajnish. Their discovery has caused an outcry and deep distress in the village. It has also emerged that four youths from the Panchayat had gone missing after leaving their homes; while the bodies of two have been recovered, the whereabouts of the other two remain unknown. According to an official, the four youths from Barhpur Panchayat had left their homes on Thursday morning. When they failed to return by the afternoon, and no trace of them could be found, their families and fellow villagers grew increasingly concerned. Meanwhile, residents spotted bodies in an abandoned well in the village. Upon receiving the news, villagers gathered at the scene and promptly pulled the bodies out of the well.
Bihar: Rohini Acharya arrives in Patna for Chhath, says she will meet Nitish Kumar
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 12 (IANS) Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, arrived in Patna on Thursday to celebrate Chhath and used the occasion to comment on state and national politics, targeting the BJP-led government over crime, inflation and other issues. Speaking to reporters at Patna airport, she extended Chhath greetings to the people of Bihar and those observing the festival fast. Asked whether she would meet Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Rohini said she had no hesitation in visiting him, describing him as her uncle. Why wouldn't I go? He is my uncle. Since it is Chhath, I will certainly visit him to partake in the Kharna prasad, she said. On speculation about taking up an active political role or getting a major responsibility in the RJD, she said such decisions rested with the party's top leadership. For now, her focus was on celebrating Chhath, she added. Commenting on the INDIA bloc and opposition unity, Rohini said the political parties concerned would decide the coalition's structure. However, she maintained that all opposition parties must set aside their differences and unite if they wanted to remove the BJP from power. Asked about references to Nitish Kumar in connection with Sonia Gandhi's recently published book, she said she had not read the book yet and would comment only after going through it. Rohini also criticised the state government over the law-and-order situation, alleging that crime was rising across Bihar and pointing to incidents in which police personnel had been killed. She also referred to allegations of land grabbing against people linked to those in power. She cited the silver robbery in Darbhanga and a terrorist attack on security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir while questioning the Centre's policies. Taking a swipe at her critics, Rohini said those who had once questioned Lalu Prasad were now being judged by the public, which could assess the difference between their statements and actions. Meanwhile, when asked about the wedding of the daughter of Mokama MLA Anant Singh, Rohini extended her congratulations and wished the newlywed a happy and prosperous future.
Maithili Thakur performs devotional song to mark Chhath Puja in Patna
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Chhath Puja: BJP govts in Delhi, Bihar to run 77 buses with subsidised fare
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) On the occasion of Chhath Puja, the BJP-led governments in Delhi and Bihar have decided to deploy 77 buses for ferrying devotees on subsidised tickets, Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Thursday. He said the initiative reflects the shared commitment of both governments to ease the festive travel rush and strengthen interstate public transport connectivity. The initial arrangement from Anand Vihar Bus Terminal includes 77 buses across five Bihar divisions: Muzaffarpur (36), Patna (13), Purnea (12), Gaya Ji (10) and Darbhanga (6), he said. To provide financial relief to passengers, subsidised festival fares are being charged across Non-AC Seater, Non-AC Sleeper, AC Seater and AC Sleeper categories, he said. Depending on the route and bus category, passengers will benefit from reductions ranging from Rs 134 to Rs 1,028, he said. For instance, the Non-AC Seater fare on the Patna-Delhi route has been reduced from Rs 1,615 to Rs 1,221, while the AC Seater fare has been brought down from Rs 1,980 to Rs 1,361, he said. Pankaj Kumar Singh said, Chhath Puja holds immense cultural and emotional significance for lakhs of people from Bihar and Poorvanchal residing in Delhi. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi government is committed to working in coordination with the Bihar Government to ensure that passengers can travel home safely and affordably. The introduction of subsidised fares and additional bus services is an important step towards making public transport more accessible during the festive season, he said in a statement. The Minister highlighted the proposed Reciprocal Transport Agreement between Delhi and Bihar, which envisages 18 interstate routes connecting Delhi with major destinations in Bihar, including Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Purnea, Araria, Kishanganj, Buxar, Nawada, Madhubani and Biharsharif. The proposed arrangement provides for bus operations in both directions, with a permit quota of 12 buses each for Delhi and Bihar on every route. Several routes will connect through major transit points in Uttar Pradesh, including Noida, Agra, Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur and Varanasi. Pankaj Kumar Singh said that passenger safety and environmental compliance have also been prioritised under the proposed agreement. Only BS-VI environment-friendly CNG buses and electric buses will be permitted. Buses will also be required to have vehicle location tracking devices and emergency buttons. The agreement further provides for mutual recognition of tickets issued in either state and stipulates that the arrangement will remain valid for 10 years subject to applicable legal provisions, he said. The Delhi Transport Minister reiterated that the initial 77-bus service is an important beginning and that its operations will be monitored to assess passenger requirements. Further routes and services will be incorporated in a phased manner to strengthen connectivity between Delhi and Bihar and provide passengers with more convenient and affordable travel options, the statement said.
Maithili Thakur Sings Devotional Song Ahead of Chhath Puja
BJP MLA and folk singer Maithili Thakur sang a devotional song in Patna, Bihar, ahead of Chhath Puja celebrations. The four-day festival begins with Nahay Khay, followed by Kharna on November 14, Sandhya Arghya on November 15 and Usha Arghya on November 16.
Bihar CM assures permanent bridge between Saran and Ballia
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 12 (IANS) Hopes have been renewed for the construction of a permanent bridge between Bihars Revealganj in Saran district and Sitab Diara in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, as Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has assured that the government will pursue the construction of a permanent bridge instead of a pontoon bridge on the route. The bridge would provide all-weather connectivity between these two districts. The Chief Minister said he would meet Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari to discuss the project and initiate the necessary steps. Choudhary gave the assurance during the inauguration of the Atal Dwar at Jharam Ghat in Saran district on Thursday. During his visit, the Chief Minister also inspected Atal Vatika, Yagyashala and Jeevika Rasoi, which have been developed as part of a rejuvenation initiative at Ram Ghat. He also unveiled a statue of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Atal Bihari Vajpayee and paid floral tribute to him. At the event, local MLA Chhoti Kumari met Choudhary and submitted a memorandum seeking the implementation of three major development projects in the region. Her primary demand was the construction of a permanent bridge between Revelganj and Sitabdiara. She said the project would provide reliable, year-round connectivity to thousands of residents of Saran and Ballia, while strengthening trade, social interaction and economic ties between the two regions. Sitab Diara is located in the Saran district (Chhapra) of Bihar, with parts of the village also extending into the Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh. Responding to the demand, Choudhary assured her that he would take up the matter with Gadkari. As her second demand, the MLA sought expedited construction of a Marine Drive connecting Bishunpura and Revelganj. She said the proposed road would improve regional connectivity and open up new opportunities for development. The third proposal was to include Ahilya Sthan Godna, believed to be the maternal ancestral home of Lord Hanuman, in the Ram Circuit. She said the move would promote religious and cultural tourism and generate employment opportunities for residents. The Chief Ministers assurance has revived hopes among residents, who have long been demanding a permanent bridge to ensure uninterrupted connectivity between the two regions.
Andhra Pradesh to bring law to protect investors from regime change, political vendetta
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BJD Claims 12-Fold Surge in Odisha
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India Offers An Oasis In A Turbulent Global Economy: Piyush Goyal
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Chhath Special Train: First Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 with AC Coaches Starts on Delhi-Patna Route
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Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu praises 'Modinomics' for India's economic growth at CII Summit
Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu emphasised India's economic growth during the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. He attributed this growth to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, coining the term 'Modinomics'. Naidu highlighted the transformation in global economic landscapes and emphasized India's potential with its young population and innovation capabilities. He mentioned the civil aviation ministry's extension of the UDAAN scheme aimed at enhancing connectivity.
GMR Group to develop 500-acre aviation, aerospace hub in Andhra Pradesh
GMR Group is developing a 500-acre aviation and aerospace ecosystem in Andhra Pradesh, its Chairman G M Rao said on Thursday. Addressing the CII Partnership Summit, Rao said GMR Group is developing an aviation city in Andhra Pradesh. Besides the airport, we are developing an aviation and aerospace ecosystem in 500 acres in Andhra Pradesh, he said. Rao noted that in the olden days, economics grew around the port, then around the railway stations, then around the city centers. Today, the economy grows around the airport. The airport is a new economic engine, he said, adding that Visakhapatnam will be the 'Bombay of the East'. He said navigating trade, technology, trust, and thought leadership are four words that describe Andhra Pradesh. Rao noted that the government led by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu acts with remarkable speed, something investors have witnessed firsthand.
Andhra Pradesh Leaders Celebrate CII Partnership Summit with Cultural Performances
Andhra Pradesh leaders, including CM Naidu, engage in cultural festivities at the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. Andhra Pradesh Leaders Celebrate CII Partnership Summit with Cultural Performances
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India emerging as global force, preparing to shape new economic order: Aviation Minister
India is emerging as a global force, preparing to play a key role in shaping the evolving global economic order, driven by its expanding capabilities in technology, manufacturing and innovation, Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu said on Thursday. Addressing the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam, Naidu highlighted that rapid technological advancements are transforming industries and reshaping global economic competitiveness, prompting countries to seek reliable partners and stronger economic cooperation. Industries are changing how they function. Artificial intelligence, semiconductors, quantum computing, advanced manufacturing, these are all redefining the economic competitiveness, he said, adding, countries are looking for reliable partners, resilient supply chains, and long-term economic partnerships. Emphasizing India's growing role in the changing global economic landscape, Naidu said, I firmly believe that India is not only...
India offers an oasis in a turbulent global economy: Union Minister Piyush Goyal
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Kia India Managing Director and CEO Gwanggu Lee on Thursday announced an investment of approximately USD 2 billion (around Rs 17,000 crore) to establish an additional manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh, a move expected to generate around 12,000 jobs and increase the company's annual production capacity from 4.3 lakh to 6.3 lakh vehicles. Speaking at the inaugural session of the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam, Lee said the proposed plant would expand Kia India's manufacturing operations in the state and strengthen its long-term commitment to the Indian market. He said,
Man surrenders after slitting his wife's throat in Bihar's Jamalpur
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 12 (IANS) A man allegedly murdered his wife by slitting her throat with a sharp-edged weapon in Bihar's Jamalpur city and subsequently surrendered to the police, police said on Thursday. The incident took place near the Sadar Bazar police outpost late Wednesday night, triggering panic in the locality and leaving the deceased's family devastated. The couple has two young daughters who have now lost their mother. The deceased has been identified as Pooja Devi, while the accused husband is Dashrath Mandal, a resident of Dashrathpur under Dharhara police station limits. Mandal had earlier worked as a loco pilot with the Railways before taking voluntary retirement. According to reports, Pooja and Dashrath got married in 2015. However, disputes reportedly began between them a few years after their marriage, frequently leading to arguments and altercations. Attempts by family members to resolve the differences failed, and the matter had also reached the police station on an earlier occasion. Shubham Kumar, the deceased's brother, alleged that his sister had been facing mental and physical harassment for a long time. He claimed that she was assaulted around a year ago, following which a complaint was lodged at the police station. However, the two sides later reached a compromise. Around 12.30 a.m. on Thursday, Jamalpur police informed Pooja's brother about her murder. Her family members rushed to the spot and found her lying in a pool of blood with her throat slit. After committing the alleged crime, Dashrath surrendered to the police. Following the incident, police personnel and a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team reached the spot. The forensic team examined the crime scene and collected evidence. Police also recovered the sharp-edged weapon allegedly used in the murder. The body was subsequently sent to Sadar Hospital for a post-mortem examination. The Jamalpur SHO confirmed that the accused had surrendered and that the weapon had been recovered. Police are investigating all aspects of the case to establish the motive behind the murder.
The Andhra Pradesh government will enact an 'Investors Protection Act' aimed at safeguarding investors' interests in the state, announced Minister Nara Lokesh at the 31st Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit on Thursday. Addressing the inaugural session in Visakhapatnam, the state's Information Technology Minister said the government is actively considering the proposed legislation and has requested Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal to facilitate policy clearance and implementation at the national level. Second is our investor protection act. Lot of the investors have asked this to me. We are the state that's now actively considering it. We will enact it, Lokesh said, adding, We will of course send it to Piyush Goyal ji and with his blessings, it should be adopted even at Government of India level and this will enable us to attract both domestic and foreign investment. He also highlighted the state government's commitment to ensuring the timely...
Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, Piyush Goyal play drums at Visakhapatnam Summit
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 12 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and Union Minister of Trade and Commerce Piyush Goyal played the drums at the 31st CII Partnership Summit, which began here on Thursday. The three leaders went around the Engineering College Grounds of Andhra University, the venue of the summit and saw the performance of various cultural troupes. To the surprise of everyone present there, the Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister started playing drums. Union Minister Goyal also joined them. Earlier, Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan welcomed Piyush Goyal. They walked around the venue and witnessed the performance of artists. During an interaction, CM Naidu took a drum from one of the artists and asked Pawan Kalyan and Piyush Goyal to also take the instruments. The trio then started playing them. Prior to proceeding to the venue of the inaugural session, they visited various exhibition stalls and explored the traditional artworks and cultural exhibits on display. CM Naidu and Piyush Goyal also tried their hands at painting. Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu, Andhra Pradesh HRD and IT Minister Nara Lokesh also attended the inaugural ceremony. Lokesh later wrote on X, A big day for Vizag! The world is here as we launch the 31st CII Partnership Summit. The two-day event under the theme Trade, Technology, Trust and Thought Leadership in a Changing Global Landscape is jointly organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the Government of Andhra Pradesh, and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India. Several prominent dignitaries and industry leaders participated in the programme, including T.G. Bharath, Minister for Industries and Food Processing, Government of Andhra Pradesh, B.C. Janardhan Reddy, Minister for Roads and Buildings; Satyakumar Yadav, Minister for Health and Family Welfare, G. Sai Prasad, Chief Secretary to the Government of Andhra Pradesh. Several other prominent industry representatives and dignitaries also participated in the inaugural event.
The leaders try their hand at tribal art and taste Araku Coffee before the summits inaugural session
Bihar Government Increases DA for Employees and Pensioners
Patna, November 12: The Bihar government has granted a significant relief to state employees, pensioners, and family pensioners by approving an increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Bihar Government Increases DA for Employees and Pensioners
CII summit puts spotlight on Naidu's importance as key NDA ally, Centre's show of strength
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Coast Guard rescues three ridleys from ghost net off Andhra coast
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Nov 11 (IANS) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued three endangered Olive Ridley turtles entangled in a ghost net off the Nizampatnam coast in Andhra Pradesh during a scheduled surveillance patrol, before releasing them safely back into the sea. The crew of ICG's Rani Rashmoni spotted the trapped turtles adrift in marine debris and deployed a Gemini inflatable boat to reach them. Coast Guard personnel carefully cut through the abandoned net to free the turtles, which were believed to be travelling toward their primary nesting sites along the Odisha coastline. Through these rescues, ICG reaffirms its commitment to protecting the ocean and the marine ecosystem, the maritime force stated in an official release. Every year, the Coast Guard executes a specialised marine protection initiative known as Operation Olivia to safeguard hundreds of thousands of turtles arriving at mass nesting grounds across eastern coastal waters. The nesting cycle along the Odisha coast begins annually between November and December, extending through April and May, with mass nesting typically observed between late January and early February. Conservation efforts for the species gained momentum following the discovery and international recognition of the Gahirmatha rookery near the mouth of the Brahmani-Baitarani (Dhamra) River in 1974. Subsequent mass nesting sites were identified at the Devi River mouth in 1981 and at the Rushikulya River mouth in 1994. During the breeding season, female Olive Ridleys select narrow estuarine beaches and bays to lay between 100 and 140 eggs per clutch. However, the species faces severe survival threats from unregulated coastal development, tourist exploitation, illegal egg harvesting, and marine poaching for meat, shells, and leather. The most catastrophic threat remains accidental mortality caused by mechanised fishing trawlers, gill nets, and trawl nets. Thousands of adult turtles have historically succumbed to drowning after becoming trapped in commercial fishing gear operating around nesting corridors during mating periods. All five sea turtle species found in Indian waters, including the Olive Ridley, are granted strict statutory protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, as well as Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). To mitigate threats throughout the six-month nesting cycle, the Indian Coast Guard enforces seasonal fishing bans near designated rookeries, conducts net inspections on commercial vessels, and leads regional environmental awareness drives.
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Andhra CM invites UAE firms to invest in food processing sector
Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Nov 11 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has invited leading companies from the United Arab Emirates to explore investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh's food processing sector. UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, who is in Visakhapatnam to participate in the CII Partnership Summit, met the Chief Minister and discussed investment opportunities across various sectors. During the meeting, the Chief Minister explained that the State Government was developing Rayalaseema as a global horticulture hub with an investment of Rs 1 lakh crore. He highlighted that fruits grown in the Rayalaseema region were already being exported to international markets. The Chief Minister invited UAE-based agrifood company Silal to participate in the food cluster proposed to be established by the UAE. He said Andhra Pradesh offered immense opportunities for investment in the procurement, processing and export of agricultural and food products. The proposed grounding of the Dubai-based Floormaster industry in Chittoor district also came up for discussion. The Chief Minister urged the UAE Minister to facilitate an early decision on the proposed food cluster. He also highlighted the investment potential in sectors such as maritime, aerospace and defence and called upon UAE companies to make use of the opportunities available in the State. Meanwhile, the Chief Minister also met World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Director General Daren Tang to explore ways to secure international recognition for innovation, research and creativity in Andhra Pradesh and enhance awareness of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) among startups and entrepreneurs in the State. The discussions focused on establishing a WIPOAndhra Pradesh Academy and conducting joint programmes to provide training on Intellectual Property Rights, patents, trademarks, industrial designs and technology protection to students, researchers, startup founders and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The Chief Minister sought WIPOs support in securing Geographical Indication (GI) tags for the States handloom products, handicrafts and other local products. He also requested assistance in expanding markets for existing GI-tagged products and taking their quality standards and branding to the international level. Chandrababu Naidu said the State Government was encouraging young entrepreneurs and supporting startup companies through the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub. He invited WIPO to work closely with the State Government to further strengthen the startup ecosystem and provide greater impetus to innovation. The Chief Minister also had a meeting with Japanese Ambassador Keiichi Ono. They discussed industrial investments, skill development, critical minerals, steel industry, green energy and other areas of mutual cooperation. Chandrababu Naidu said the Andhra Pradesh government was implementing a transparent incentive policy to promote industrial investments in the State. He stated that an escrow account mechanism had been introduced to ensure timely delivery of industrial incentives and to implement the Speed of Doing Business initiative. The Chief Minister also told the Japanese Ambassador that the State was according high priority to skill development. Andhra Pradesh has a large youth population, and by providing them with industry-oriented skill training, they could be transformed into a highly skilled workforce, he said. He sought the cooperation of Japanese companies in this direction. Responding positively, the Japanese representatives expressed their willingness to provide skill development training to employees working in industries across the State. The Japanese representatives raised the issue of ensuring a steady supply of rare earth minerals to Japan. They said such cooperation would help further strengthen the India-Japan partnership in the supply of critical minerals. They also sought support for the uninterrupted import of semi-finished steel products from the parent company in Japan, required for the final-stage processing at the ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India plant.
Patna Honored as State First Clean City, a Proud Moment for Bihar: CM Samrat Chaudhary
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Bihar: Liquor worth Rs 50 lakh seized; four Rajasthan smugglers arrested
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 11 (IANS) Bihar Police have seized foreign-made liquor worth approximately Rs 50 lakh and arrested four alleged smugglers from Rajasthan in Patna district ahead of the Chhath festival on Wednesday. A total of 435 cartons containing 3,830.760 litres of liquor were recovered during a raid near a Bharat Petroleum pump in Muktakapur village, under Fatuha police station limits. Acting on a tip-off that a large consignment of foreign liquor had been stored at the location, police formed a special team under the leadership of Inspector Ajit Kumar. The team conducted a raid at around 2 a.m. on Wednesday and found 435 cartons of liquor stocked at the premises. The estimated market value of the seized consignment is around Rs 50 lakh. During the investigation, police found that the liquor bottles carried labels indicating that they were meant for sale in Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana. The four arrested accused have been identified as Devaram, Bishnaram, Dayaram and Dinesh Kumar. All are residents of the Sindhari police station area in Rajasthan's Barmer district. Police have taken the four men into custody for questioning to ascertain the source of the consignment and identify those who were supposed to receive and distribute the liquor in Bihar. Following the raid, the premises used for storing the liquor were sealed. Investigators are now attempting to establish the entire smuggling network and identify other people involved in the illegal trade, including suspected links in Bihar and other states. Police said further action would be taken based on the information obtained during the interrogation of the arrested accused. The accused have been booked under the relevant sections of the liquor prohibition act. They will be produced in the district court on Thursday for further legal proceedings. Liquor has been banned in Bihar since April 2016 after the then Chief Minister Nitish Kumar took the decision.
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Hyderabad: Gang uses fake identity to get Rs 30L bank loan, 5 held
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Chhath rush: Indian Railways rolls out massive preparations as thousands head home
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 11 (IANS) With Chhath Puja approaching, railway stations across the country are witnessing a massive surge in passenger footfall as thousands of people head to their hometowns in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh to celebrate the festival with their families. From Delhi and Mumbai to Varanasi, Howrah, Lucknow and other major railway hubs, crowds of passengers can be seen gathering at platforms and station premises, creating an unprecedented rush during the festive travel period. In view of the heavy passenger movement, Indian Railways has stepped up its preparations, introducing a series of measures aimed at ensuring safe, smooth and organised travel. Several arrangements have been made at several stations to manage the festive rush. These include special trains, additional reserved and unreserved services, designated passenger holding areas, enhanced security arrangements, and round-the-clock monitoring. The huge rush is particularly visible at Delhi's Anand Vihar Railway Station and New Delhi Railway Station. Large numbers of passengers are gathering to board trains at these stations to their hometowns ahead of Chhath Puja. Passengers carrying luggage and travelling with their families can be seen waiting for trains. Many of these passengers are opting for general-class tickets. Some passengers acknowledged that the arrangements were satisfactory. However, some pointed to the massive crowds at the station. Passengers expressed satisfaction with the improved infrastructure and crowd-management arrangements at New Delhi Railway Station. One passenger told IANS that the creation of separate areas helped reduce congestion compared with previous years. This is how the station experience is considerably better, he added. The tremendous pressure on railway infrastructure during the festive season has been analysed by the railways. The Northern Railway has announced the operation of 31 special trains from major stations in the Delhi area to facilitate passenger movement on a high-demand travel day. Officials said that additional reserved and unreserved services are also being operated on important routes to accommodate the increased demand. Central Railway has introduced precautionary measures at major stations in Mumbai to prevent overcrowding. Unhindered passenger movement is being ensured. According to Central Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Swapnil Nila, the sale of platform tickets has been suspended at major stations across its divisions, broadly between November 5 and 15, depending on the location. Moreover, parcel traffic has been suspended for around eight to ten days at key stations, including Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT). The move is intended to free up space and prevent congestion so that passengers boarding and alighting from trains do not face inconvenience. Special arrangements have been made at Varanasi Junction to deal with the anticipated increase in passenger footfall. The Railways have established a dedicated holding area where passengers can wait in an organised manner before boarding their respective trains. Help desks have also been set up at both entry gates to assist passengers and provide necessary information. Similar arrangements are being implemented across Eastern Railway stations. At Howrah, Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel are continuously monitoring passenger movement through a dedicated control room to ensure effective crowd management. TTEs and RPF staff are working in close coordination to regulate queues, guide passengers towards their designated coaches and facilitate systematic boarding. A specially designated passenger holding area with carpeted flooring has also been created at Howrah Station to provide Chhath-bound passengers with a more comfortable waiting experience. A medical booth has been made available to provide immediate medical assistance to passengers in need. The festive atmosphere is also being reflected at railway stations. At Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction in Chandauli, traditional Chhath songs are being played through loudspeakers, bringing a touch of the festival to the railway premises. Passengers have welcomed the initiative, with many appreciating the festive ambience as they begin their journey home. Holding areas have also been created at stations such as Ballia to ensure that passengers can wait safely without overcrowding platforms. Travellers have expressed gratitude for these facilities, acknowledging the efforts being made by railway authorities to improve passenger convenience. Across the network, the Railways is also relying on AI-enabled CCTV surveillance, additional security personnel and coordinated monitoring to keep a close watch on passenger movement. These measures are intended to identify potential congestion points, regulate crowds and ensure that boarding and alighting take place in a controlled manner. The Railways has also expanded festive connectivity through additional reserved and unreserved special services. Unreserved special trains are being operated between Muzaffarpur and Howrah, as well as Jaynagar and Sealdah, to cater to the large number of passengers travelling towards Bihar, West Bengal and adjoining regions. Special services from Mumbai towards Gorakhpur are also providing relief to passengers travelling home. Travellers aboard the CSMT-Gorakhpur special train have appreciated the seating facilities and arrangements, expressing satisfaction with the efforts of Central Railway. The festive travel arrangements also include additional services towards Patna, including Vande Bharat and other special trains, alongside enhanced crowd-management measures. Passengers have acknowledged the availability of additional trains and improved station facilities, particularly during the busy Chhath travel period. As millions of devotees prepare to return home to observe Chhath Puja, one of the most significant festivals in Bihar, eastern Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring regions, the challenge before the Railways is not merely to run additional trains but also to manage the enormous crowds gathering at stations. With passengers travelling with families, children and heavy luggage, even routine boarding and alighting operations can become challenging during peak hours, say officials. The creation of holding areas, suspension of platform ticket sales at selected stations, temporary restrictions on parcel traffic, enhanced security deployment, and dedicated passenger assistance facilities are therefore crucial to maintaining order, they add. The Railways has urged passengers to rely on official railway announcements and information rather than rumours or misleading social media reports regarding train services and festive arrangements.
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Sonia Gandhi's remarks on Nitish Kumar trigger political row in Bihar; JD(U) hits back at Congress
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 11 (IANS) A political controversy has erupted in Bihar following remarks by Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) Chairperson, Sonia Gandhi, about former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his exit from the INDIA Bloc, with the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) accusing the Congress of overlooking his contribution to Opposition unity. JD(U) National Working President and Rajya Sabha MP, Sanjay Kumar Jha, criticised the Congress, saying it was unfair to ignore the role played by Nitish Kumar in bringing Opposition parties together. Jha said Nitish Kumar had taken the initiative to unite Opposition leaders, personally reached out to political parties across the country and built trust among them. He also played a key role in organising the first meeting of the INDIA Bloc in Patna. Jha argued that portraying Nitish Kumar's departure from an alliance meeting as being driven by trivial reasons diminished his contribution to the formation of the Opposition coalition. He said the circumstances that eventually led Nitish Kumar to leave the INDIA Bloc should also be discussed rather than focussing only on his decision. The controversy has intensified following the release of Sonia Gandhi's 544-page memoir, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', on November 10. Published in India by HarperCollins, the book traces her personal journey and her experiences in Indian politics. The account also revisits the formation of the INDIA Bloc and the challenges faced by Opposition parties in maintaining unity ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Nitish Kumar initially played an active role in bringing Opposition parties together but left the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar in January 2024 and returned to the BJP-led NDA, dealing a setback to the Opposition alliance ahead of the general elections. The debate has also brought back into focus remarks reportedly made by Sonia Gandhi during a Congress Working Committee meeting on September 29-30 this year. According to media reports, senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh had expressed the view that the party should not have allowed Nitish Kumar to leave the INDIA Bloc, arguing that the political situation could have been different had he remained part of the coalition. Sonia Gandhi reportedly responded that it was fortunate Nitish Kumar had left when he did, adding that he had been looking for an opportunity to exit the alliance. She also alleged that he was under the influence of the BJP. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge reportedly supported this assessment, saying Nitish Kumar had intended to leave the alliance from the beginning and that his efforts to become its convener were part of that political manoeuvring.
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