Tamannaah Bhatia is set to explore the cultural and traditional aspects of Chhath through the song Chhathi Maiya from the upcoming fantasy folklore film The Vvaan. The devotional track, which features Tamannaah at the centre, brings the festival into the narrative of the film while offering a glimpse into its folklore-driven world. Ahead of shooting for the song, Tamannaah said she took time to understand the traditions associated with Chhath and its significance in Bihar and Patna. The actor explained that the preparation went beyond simply performing for the sequence, as she wanted to understand the ritual and its cultural context. I have always held a deep reverence for Chhath Puja. Before we started shooting for the song, I spent time studying and understanding the significance of the ritual and how it is performed in Bihar and Patna. Honestly, I was stunned to learn the power it holds. The strong connection I felt with Chhathi Maiyya is something I cannot put in words. I found myself feeling deeply connected to her. Chhath Puja is one of the most important factors of The Vvaan, and I wouldn't have wanted to experience the ritual in any other way, she said. Chhathi Maiya forms part of the larger folklore and fantasy setting of The Vvaan. The song is presented under the Zee Music label and features music and vocals by Vishal Mishra, with lyrics penned by Kaushal Kishore. The choreography has been handled by Chinni Prakash. The film brings together TVF founder Arunabh Kumar, director Deepak Mishra and producer Ektaa R Kapoor for a story rooted in Indian folklore while incorporating elements of adventure, mystery, humour and romance. The project is also expanding its fictional universe through The Legend of Vvaan comic book, which introduces audiences to the folklore surrounding the story. Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF and 11.11 Production, The Vvaan stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia. The film has been written by Arunabh Kumar and directed by Deepak Mishra, with Manu Anand serving as DOP and Visual Director. The film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari. The Vvaan is scheduled to release in cinemas on September 25, 2026. With Chhathi Maiya introducing an important cultural element into the film, the song also provides a glimpse into how the makers have incorporated Chhath and its traditions into the larger fantasy folklore narrative. Also Read: Sidharth Malhotra calls Jubin Nautiyal his Lucky charm; Tamannaah Bhatia says Samjho Na felt Really special
Surprise CBI search at Buxar Head Post Office; documents examined, three detained
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 8 (IANS) A team of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) carried out a surprise search at the Postal Division and Sub-Division offices located on the premises of the Buxar Head Post Office on Tuesday. According to preliminary information, a team of the central agency conducted a surprise search of the office premises and examined important documents and records. During the operation, three individuals were detained and taken to the Town Police Station, where they were questioned by the investigating team. The CBI has not yet disclosed the reason for the raid. Significantly, the Buxar Post Office was granted the status of a separate postal division a few months ago. Following the change, the scope of administrative operations and financial transactions handled by the division increased. Against this backdrop, the sudden CBI action has raised questions about the functioning of the department and its internal monitoring mechanisms. However, there is currently no official confirmation linking the raid to any specific financial irregularity, corruption case or alleged bribery matter. The CBI has previously investigated allegations of corruption and financial irregularities involving the Postal Department in Bihar. Such cases have included alleged irregularities in recruitment, pension-related matters and passbook transactions in different postal divisions. Past reports have also referred to investigations involving alleged irregularities in Gramin Dak Sevak recruitment, postage stamp allocation and digital financial transactions in parts of North Bihar and the Shahabad region. The current action in Buxar is being viewed locally in the context of such previous cases. However, there is no official confirmation that Tuesday's raid is connected to any of them. The three detained individuals are reportedly being questioned at the Town Police Station. Further action, including the possibility of registration of an FIR, is expected to be clear after the questioning and examination of documents are completed. Neither the local administration nor the Postal Department has so far issued detailed information regarding the CBI operation.
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IGIMS Patna is hiring Senior Residents in Ophthalmology. Walk-in interviews are set for September 12, 2026. IGIMS Patna Announces Walk-In Interviews for Senior Resident Positions in Ophthalmology
Three missing after boat capsizes near Mahatma Gandhi Setu in Patna amid Ganga floods
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 8 (IANS) At least three people went missing after a boat carrying around 10 passengers capsized in the floodwaters near Pillar No. 9 of the Mahatma Gandhi Setu in Bihar's Vaishali district on Tuesday, officials said. Seven others were rescued safely following the accident, officials added. The incident occurred in the Terasia Diyara area under the Gangabridge police station's jurisdiction. According to preliminary information, the boat was travelling from the Terasia Diyara side when it struck a boulder submerged in the floodwaters. The impact destabilised the boat, causing it to capsize. While some passengers managed to swim to safety, local residents rushed to the spot and joined rescue efforts. The incident drew large crowds to the Terasia Diyara and Mahatma Gandhi Setu areas as villagers assisted authorities in searching for the missing persons. Soon after receiving information about the accident, the district administration launched a large-scale rescue operation and deployed a team of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). Varsha Singh, District Magistrate of Vaishali, and Shubhank Mishra, Superintendent of Police, reached the site along with other officials to supervise the operation. Rescue teams continued combing the floodwaters amid strong currents late into the evening. Officials are also verifying the exact circumstances of the accident and the number of people who were onboard at the time of the mishap. The immediate focus remains on tracing the three missing individuals. The administration is continuing to monitor the situation in the Terasia Diyara-Mahatma Gandhi Setu area as the search operation remains underway. The accident comes amid worsening flood conditions in Vaishali, Patna and Saran districts, where the Ganga River is flowing above the danger mark. Rising water levels have inundated several low-lying areas, raising concerns among residents in flood-prone regions on both banks of the river.
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Bihar Flood: Over 34 Lakh Affected as Ganga Crosses Flood Mark at One Place
Floods have affected around 34.31 lakh people across 480 gram panchayats in 13 districts of Bihar, including Patna, Bhagalpur, Vaishali, Saran, Begusarai, Khagaria and Munger
Over 34 lakh affected by Bihar floods as Ganga rises
Patna: The Bihar flood situation worsened as over 34 lakh people across 13 districts have been affected, with the authorities sounding an alert in downstream areas after the water level of the Ganga crossed the flood mark at Sultanganj in Bhagalpur district on Tuesday, officials said. A small boat capsized in a flood-hit area of 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 .
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Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 8 (IANS) The quantity of Cauvery water being released to Tamil Nadu from Karnataka's Krishnaraja Sagar and Kabini reservoirs has been reduced sharply to 5,200 cubic feet per second following a decline in rainfall and inflows across the upper catchment areas. The combined discharge had stood at 11,983 cusecs the previous day. It has now fallen by 6,783 cusecs, representing a reduction of nearly 57 per cent within a day. The decline is significant for Tamil Nadu, which closely monitors releases from Karnataka's Cauvery basin reservoirs. The water flowing downstream contributes to the storage at the Mettur Dam and supports irrigation in the Cauvery delta, where farmers rely on timely supplies for standing crops and seasonal cultivation. Of the total quantity released towards Tamil Nadu, 4,800 cusecs were being discharged from the Krishnaraja Sagar reservoir, commonly known as KRS. The remaining 1,200 cusecs were being released from the Kabini reservoir. KRS is situated at Srirangapatna in Karnataka's Mandya district. Its catchment area includes Kodagu district and parts of Wayanad in Kerala. Rain has completely stopped in Kodagu, leading to a steady reduction in the volume of water entering the reservoir. By Monday morning, the water level at KRS stood at 106.84 feet against its full reservoir level of 124.80 feet. The inflow was recorded at 2,511 cusecs, while outflow remained higher at 4,800 cusecs. As discharge exceeded the inflow, the reservoir's stored water continued to decline. A similar situation was reported at the Kabini reservoir in Mysuru district. Its water level was recorded at 2,268.50 feet above sea level, compared with the full reservoir level of 2,284 feet. The inflow into Kabini stood at 2,514 cusecs, while 1,200 cusecs were being discharged downstream. The releases from Kabini and KRS together accounted for the 5,200 cusecs flowing towards Tamil Nadu. Reservoir discharges are normally regulated after considering rainfall, inflows, available storage and downstream requirements. With rainfall weakening across the upper Cauvery catchments, the authorities are expected to closely monitor reservoir levels before making further changes. The reduction has renewed attention on water availability for Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta. Any fresh spell of rain in Kodagu and Wayanad could improve inflows into KRS, Kabini and other reservoirs in the basin.
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Tejashwi Yadav urges PM Modi to declare Bihar floods a national disaster, seeks Rs 5,000 crore aid
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) As severe floods continue to affect large parts of Bihar, Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the Centre to declare the situation a national disaster and provide immediate financial assistance of Rs 5,000 crore to the state. More than a dozen districts have been affected by the floods, with lakhs of people facing difficulties caused by rising river levels, damaged infrastructure and disrupted connectivity. In his letter, Yadav said the situation had affected 20 districts and caused extensive damage to life, property and public infrastructure. He said flood-affected people were struggling to access basic necessities, including food, clean drinking water, medicines, electricity, cattle fodder and safe transportation. Yadav criticised the relief and rescue measures being undertaken by the Bihar government and the NDA-led Centre, describing the assistance as inadequate considering the scale of the crisis. He also accused the Bihar government and NDA leaders from the state of failing to secure adequate central assistance and a national-disaster declaration. The RJD leader argued that Bihars recurring floods are not solely a natural disaster but also reflect years of inadequate disaster preparedness, mitigation and adaptation. He pointed out that despite floods occurring almost every year, sufficient measures for a permanent solution have not been implemented. Yadav also raised questions over the state government's financial preparedness for the crisis. He alleged that Bihar's Contingency Fund and other financial resources had been diverted towards routine government expenditure, leaving insufficient funds for flood relief. The RJD leader called for an independent review or CAG audit of the state's financial and disaster-management preparedness and the utilisation of the State Contingency Fund. In his letter, Yadav urged the Prime Minister and the Central Government to take immediate measures, including declare the devastating floods in Bihar a national disaster, provide Rs 5,000 crore in immediate financial assistance along with a special flood-relief package, deploy additional boats and other resources to flood-hit areas where road connectivity has been disrupted, deploy the Army and Air Force wherever necessary for rescue and relief operations and ensure assistance through helicopters, ensure adequate supplies of food, drinking water, medicines, animal fodder and temporary shelters, provide special financial assistance to farmers, labourers, livestock owners and affected families, and conduct an independent review or CAG audit of the state's disaster-management preparedness and the utilisation and transactions of the State Contingency Fund. Yadav also called for a comprehensive, long-term Flood Resilience Mission to address Bihars recurring flood crisis. According to him, the mission should focus on river and embankment management, drainage systems, rejuvenation of water bodies, modern flood forecasting and improved water-management policies. He also called for effective water-management cooperation and agreements with Nepal, Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries. He highlighted Bihar's geographical vulnerability to floods, claiming that around 76% of the state's land area is prone to flooding, with the vulnerable area increasing further during periods of heavy rainfall and rising river levels. Yadav said the immediate priority should be saving lives and providing relief to people affected by the floods. The people of Bihar are in distress; they require concrete relief and accountability, not politics, he said in his appeal, urging the Centre to view the situation as both a humanitarian and national responsibility. He also requested Prime Minister Modi to visit Bihar at the earliest and provide all possible humanitarian, financial and logistical assistance to the flood-affected state.
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Death threat to Union Minister Giriraj Singh, FIR registered in Begusarai
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) Union Minister and Begusarai MP Giriraj Singh has reportedly received a death threat through an anonymous letter sent to his ministry office in New Delhi, prompting the registration of an FIR at Begusarai Town police station and the launch of an investigation. According to police, an anonymous letter addressed to Giriraj Singh was delivered by post to his ministry office in New Delhi on September 3. The letter allegedly contained a threat to kill the Union Minister and also made references to terrorists. Yogendra Singh, the Union Ministers private secretary, informed the Begusarai Superintendent of Police (SP) about the letter. Following the information, the SPs office directed the Begusarai Town police station to register a case. An FIR was subsequently registered on September 4 on the basis of a complaint by Town SHO Satish Kumar Himanshu. The police have begun efforts to trace the sender and establish the circumstances behind the threat. Police said the threatening letter was written in English and contained two mobile numbers. It also mentioned the name and address of a person from a village in Srinivaspur taluka of Karnatakas Kolar district. The FIR has named the sender as an unknown accused, while also recording the names, addresses and mobile numbers mentioned in the letter as part of the investigation. Investigators are now examining the mobile numbers and other details contained in the letter to determine whether they can help identify the person who sent it. The police are investigating the connection between the individuals, address, and mobile numbers mentioned in the letter and the alleged threat. They are also verifying whether the address and contact details belong to the people identified in the letter and whether they have any connection with the incident. Officials are examining all available leads to establish the identity of the sender and determine the motive behind the threat. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
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Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced new maritime education initiatives for Northeast India. A Mercantile Marine Department will be established in Guwahati for seafarer certification services. Cotton University and NINI Patna will explore collaboration on maritime studies programs. These initiatives aim to boost youth participation in the growing maritime sector. The announcements reflect a broader focus on the Northeast's development.
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Bihar CM inspects flood relief operations in Vaishali, Saran; distributes cheques to kin of victims
Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) Amid the ongoing floods in Bihar, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary visited Vaishali and Saran districts to assess the ground-level situation and review relief and rescue operations. The Chief Minister began his visit in Hajipur, where he conducted a surprise inspection of a flood relief camp near the old toll plaza. He reviewed arrangements for flood-affected families, including the community kitchen and other essential facilities, and interacted directly with people staying at the camp. During the inspection, Choudhary checked the quality of food being prepared at the community kitchen and enquired about the facilities available to the affected families. He also visited the Anganwadi centre operating at the relief camp and interacted with the children there. The Chief Minister also distributed ex-gratia compensation cheques of Rs 4 lakh each to the next of kin of around half a dozen people who had died due to drowning during the floods. Essential relief materials were also distributed among affected families. Choudhary directed officials to ensure that there were no lapses in relief and rescue operations and that all essential facilities reached flood victims without delay. Speaking to the media after inspecting the camp, the Chief Minister said that some inconvenience was inevitable during a natural disaster but asserted that the situation was currently under control. He said the water level of the Ganga was continuously receding, with a decline of around 1718 cms recorded. He added that officials and administrative teams were working diligently on the ground to provide relief and carry out rescue operations. Choudhary expressed hope that flood-affected people would receive considerable relief within the next two to three days, following which normal life would gradually return. He also stressed the need for continued vigilance in vulnerable areas and instructed the administration to ensure that relief supplies reached every affected family. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Chaudhary accompanied the Chief Minister during the inspection. Several local MLAs from Vaishali, along with the District Magistrate, Superintendent of Police and other senior administrative officials, were also present. The local administration had made extensive arrangements for the Chief Ministers visit, with security personnel deployed at the relief camp and surrounding areas while officials supervised both security and relief arrangements.
Telugu YouTuber detained at Hyderabad airport over alleged UK job fraud
Hyderabad, Sep 7 (IANS) Popular Telugu YouTuber Ramana Nandana was detained by police at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) here on Monday over alleged job fraud in the United Kingdom. The RGIA police detained the UK-based YouTuber following lookout notices issued against her after a case was registered in Andhra Pradesh. Nandana, who is known for her channel Nanadus World , and her husband Jagarlamudi Madhukar allegedly collected large sums of money by promising jobs in London. A fraud case was registered against Nandana, Madhukar, and his father Mohan Rao at the Ibrahimpatnam Police Station in Andhra Pradesh's NTR district. The RGIA police are likely to hand over the YouTuber to Ibrahimpatnam Police later in the day. The case at Ibrahimpatnam Police Station was registered on a complaint by Mamillapalli Sivakranthi Kumar, a UK resident. The complainant alleged that he transferred Rs 15 lakh in multiple instalments to bank accounts linked to Destiny Consultancy, allegedly connected to Madhukar and Nandana, to secure a UK visa extension, employment assistance, and a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). The complainant told police the promised visa services never materialised and a supplied CoS document turned out to be fraudulent. He stated that only Rs 2 lakh was refunded after repeated demands. The FIR names Jagarlamudi Madhukar as accused number one, Rama Nandana as accused number two, and Mohan Rao as accused number three. They have been booked under charges of cheating and fraud. A Lookout Circular (LOC) was issued for the trio, leading to Nandana's detention upon arrival at the airport. Nandana has already issued a public video statement denying all allegations, stating that neither she nor her husband owns or runs the consultancy. She alleged that their names were misused and attributed the claims to a targeted smear campaign stemming from personal disputes. The couple also moved the High Court seeking to quash the FIR. Nandana had a special cameo appearance in Megastar Chiranjeevi's film Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu along with Nayanatara, which was released in January 2026.
Manoj Jha seeks PM Modis intervention after building collapse in Delhi
Patna, Sep 7 (IANS) Following the collapse of a private paying-guest accommodation in Delhis Satya Niketan area, RJD Rajya Sabha MP and Delhi University professor Manoj Jha has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the Union government to take the highest-level action against those responsible for the tragedy. In his letter, Jha expressed profound anguish over the September 6 collapse of the multi-storeyed building located near Delhi Universitys South Campus. He said at least seven young people had lost their lives and several others were injured, leaving families across the country devastated. Jha called for an impartial investigation into the incident and raised questions over reports of structural violations, accumulated water and construction or repair work in the ageing building. While acknowledging that the collapsed structure was not an official Delhi University hostel, Jha argued that the incident exposed a larger institutional failure arising from the severe shortage of student accommodation. According to Jha, Delhi University is able to provide accommodation to only a small proportion of its students, forcing thousands of students to depend on an unregulated rental market around university campuses and colleges. He said students often pay high rents for cramped accommodation without being in a position to verify the structural safety, fire preparedness, sanitation, or legal status of the buildings. The RJD MP also highlighted the financial sacrifices made by families to educate their children. He said many students are the first members of their families to attend university, with parents using savings, taking loans or even selling assets in the hope of securing a better future for their children. Jha urged the Union government to announce an emergency, ring-fenced financial allocation for the construction of public hostels for Delhi University students. He called for a time-bound student-housing programme covering both North and South Campuses as well as the universitys colleges located across Delhi. Jha further proposed that public land available with the Union government, Delhi University and its agencies be identified for hostel construction, with transparent deadlines and publicly accessible progress reports. The letter also called for dedicated hostel provisions for women, SC, ST and OBC students, minority communities, persons with disabilities, economically vulnerable students and those coming from distant regions. Jha said the Satya Niketan incident should not be treated as an isolated accident, but as part of a wider problem involving civic and public infrastructure. He pointed to recurring incidents involving collapsing buildings and bridges, failing drains, deteriorating public institutions and the proliferation of unauthorised structures. The RJD leader alleged that the repeated occurrence of such incidents raises concerns about corruption, collusion, negligent inspections and weakening public accountability, and called for stronger regulatory oversight. India cannot celebrate the expansion of higher education while abandoning students once they reach the cities in which its universities are located, Jha said, urging the Prime Minister to treat the Satya Niketan collapse as a national warning. He said the most appropriate response to the young lives lost would be a binding public commitment that no student coming to Delhi for education should again be forced, because of a shortage of university accommodation, to live in an unsafe or illegally altered building.
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Around 27 lakh people have been affected as rivers overflowing in Bihar inundated 13 districts, prompting Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary to direct officials on Monday to ensure prompt relief and rescue operations while inspecting community kitchens for flood victims in Vaishali and Bhagalpur. Officials said 190 community kitchens were being run in various flood-hit districts, while 1,429 boats have been pressed into service for relief and rescue operations. CM Samrat Choudhary and his deputy Vijay Kumar Choudhary inspected the community kitchens in Vaishali and Bhagalpur, and directed the local authorities to continuously monitor river embankments and keep a close watch on vulnerable areas. Authorities have already sounded an alert in downstream areas of the Ganga after the river touched its highest flood mark at Gandhi Ghat and Hathidah in Patna. Fed by heavy rainfall, rivers have swelled and inundated 13 districts of Bihar, affecting 27 lakh people, officials said. So far in ...
Bhubaneswar, Sep 7 (IANS) All six franchises finalised their squads for the upcoming Odisha T20 League 2026 CM Trophy as the teams confirmed their 16-player draft. The tournament will have the special presence of former cricketers Suresh Raina and Debasis Mohanty, both of whom have been named as the brand ambassadors for the league, which will be played from September 20 to 29 at the Barabati Stadium. Six franchises - Bhubaneswar Tigers, Puri Titans, Keonjhar Miners, Rourkela Superstars, Sambalpur Warriors and defending champions Cuttack Panthers will be vying for the state glory as they have put their best foot in finalising their squads on Sunday. Speaking on the occasion, OCA Honorary Secretary Mr Sanjay Behera highlighted that the players' draft emphasised an important step towards the new season and will give opportunities to the local players. As we move into the second edition of the Odisha T20 League 2026 - CM Trophy, I would like to thank all the team owners, coaches, team managers and members of the Odisha Cricket Association for their continued support, Behera said. The encouraging interest from franchise owners and investors is a positive sign for the commercial growth of the league. More importantly, this tournament is about creating a strong platform for our players and building a pathway for them to progress to the next level. We will continue to strengthen the league, provide more, he added. There were more dignitaries present during the ceremony. Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, President, OCA, Sanjay Behera, Secretary, OCA, Jagamohan Pattnaik, Vice-President, OCA, Bikash Pradhan, Treasurer, OCA, and Prabhat Kumar Bhol, Joint Secretary, OCA. Complete Squads Bhubaneswar Tigers- Head Coach- Subit Biswal Assistant Coach- Bibhudatta Panda Squad: Swastik Samal (C), Rajesh Mohanty, Shreyansh Bhardwaj, Badal Biswal, Ashutosh Chhuria, Sambit Beja, MD Sohail Khan, Dinesh Kumar Majhi, Gyana Ranjan Nayak, Rudra Prasad Mallick, Janam Jay Jena, Swayambhu Palai, Ritesh Priyaranjan, Rakesh Pattanaik, Umesh Kumar Goutam, Shashikant Yadav Puri Titans- Head Coach- Preetamjit Das Assistant Coach- Ashish Savita Full Squad: Aditya Rout (C),nihar B Bhuyan, Deepak Tiwari, Sreeyanshu Pattnaik, Ayush Sutar, Swayam Srivastava, Chandeep Riar, Anil Parida, Krishna Mohanty, Sunil Roul, Panakala Sasanka, Aditya Anand, Sumit Sharma, Aashirwad Swain, Sarbeswar Mohanty, Tarani Sa Keonjhar Miners- Head Coach- Suryakant Pradhan Assistant Coach- Girija Rout Full Squad: Rajesh Dhupar, Subhransu Senapati (C), Debabrata Pradhan, Jamala Mohapatra, Sujal Singh, Prayash Kumar Singh, Vageesh Sharma, Ayush Barik, Vimal Kumar, Jogeswar Bag, Swagat Sourav Mishra, Arnab Patnaik, Mayank Pattanayak, Kshyama Sagar Bal, Rakesh Biswal, Soyanshu Pattanayak Rourkela Superstars- Coach- Sanjay Raul Assistant Coach- Prashant Sahoo Full Squad: Govinda Poddar (C), Sambit Baral, Sawan Pahariya, Biswajeet Pradhan, Asutosh Marndi, Pappu Roy, Sandeep Pattanaik, Bivash Shaw, Akash Mohapatra, Subham Priyadarshi, Prayan Samal, Sobhan Dev Behera, Dibyam Chhapadia, Abhishek Kumar Yadav, Soubhagya Rout, Omkar Mohanty Sambalpur Warriors- Head Coach- Basant Mohanty Assistant Coach- Rakesh Mohanty Full Squad: Gaurav Choudhury (C), Swoop Samith Bhuyan, Bikram Kishor Samal, Ankit Yadav, Debabrata Pradhan Jr, Mahesh Sahoo, Baibhab Mohanty, Sarthak Panda, Panakala Mokshit, Shantanu Mishra, MD Danish, Saideep Mohapatra, Pradeep Pradhan, Sayed Tufayl Ahmad, Om T Munde, Soumya Ranjan Lenka Cuttack Panthers- Head Coach- Pravanjan Mullick Assistant Coach- Deepak Mangaraj Full Squad: Biplab Samantaray (C), D Ayush, M Goutam Gopal, Soumya Ranjan Biswal, Sibun Nanda, Abhiroop Das, Sarthak S Prakash, Subhasis Mallick, Raaz Yadav, Priyansu Mohanty, Piyus Mantri, Abhishek Singh, Prasant Rana, Kartik Biswal, Sourav Gouda, Subham Satrujit
New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Monday expressed sadness and concern over the collapse of a five-storey PG hostel in South Delhi, the deaths caused by spurious liquor in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district, and the loss of life and property due to floods in states such as Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. She said these incidents indicate that the government and administration are not fulfilling their responsibilities properly and stressed the need for greater vigilance in matters concerning public welfare. The collapse of a five-story PG hostel in South Delhi, resulting in the deaths of five people, and the deaths of 18 people yesterday in Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh after consuming poisonous liquor, and the subsequent hospitalisation of approximately 190 sick people for treatment, and the destruction of life and property due to floods in states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are extremely sad and worrying, she said in a post on X. These incidents prove that the government and administration are not fulfilling their responsibilities properly, which is why governments urgently need to be vigilant in matters of public interest and welfare. Governments also need to strictly curb the increasingly fatal negligence, indifference, and corruption of officials, she said. Meanwhile, at least six people have now been confirmed dead in the residential building collapse in Delhi. The Delhi Police have issued a Look Out Circular (LOC) against building owner Hariram Bansal following the fatal collapse of the five-storey building in Satya Niketan, as investigations into the incident and responsibility for the tragedy continue. The police registered an FIR against Bansal and others in connection with the building collapse on Sunday. According to the police, the structure was being used as paying guest (PG) accommodation, and renovation work was allegedly underway in the basement when the building suddenly collapsed. The five-storey building, known as 'Hostel Daze', was operating as a boys' PG, with several students staying on the premises when the incident occurred. An adjacent building also collapsed, according to eyewitnesses, raising concerns over the safety and structural condition of buildings in the area. Meanwhile, as many as 84 people are undergoing treatment after allegedly consuming spurious liquor in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district, while the tragedy in its Banda tehsil has left around a dozen people dead, officials said on Monday. Of the 84 affected persons, 59 were admitted to Bundelkhand Medical College (BMC), 17 to the district hospital, and seven to the Banda Civil Hospital. The incident has raised concerns over the availability and sale of illicit liquor in the region, with authorities monitoring the condition of those undergoing treatment. Meanwhile, floodwaters from the Ganga and its tributaries, including the Punpun and Dardha rivers, continued to wreak havoc in Patna and adjoining areas on Sunday. The situation was aggravated by heavy rainfall in their catchment areas in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The flooding has affected several areas, with authorities continuing relief and rescue efforts amid concerns over further deterioration of the situation due to continuing rainfall and rising water levels.
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.
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Ganga swells in Patna; 22 lakh hit by floods in Bihar
Patna, Sep 6: More than 22 lakh people in 12 districts of Bihar have been affected by a deluge as rivers overflowed following heavy rain in the state and neighbouring Jharkhand, with authorities sounding an alert as the water level in the Ganga crossed the highest flood level in Patna on Sunday. In a notification, [] The post Ganga swells in Patna; 22 lakh hit by floods in Bihar first appeared on Highland Post .
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