Hospitals in Visakhapatnam mark World Heart Day with focus on early detection
Visakhapatnam Railway Station Celebrates 130 Years of Journey
The station, which began in 1896 with two platforms and around 200 passengers a day, now handles over 65,000 passengers daily across eight platforms.
Visakhapatnam: Seaman Refuses Breathalyser Test, Hits 6 Vehicles, House
Seven people whose vehicles and house were damaged lodged a joint complaint: Reports
CM Samrat Choudhary conducts aerial survey of flood situation in Bihar's East Champaran
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 28 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Monday arrived by helicopter at Hussaini block in East Champaran district to assess the flood situation around Dumaria Ghat Bridge and the surrounding areas. Choudhary conducted an aerial survey of the affected areas and reviewed the preparedness of the local administration. He also inspected the situation around Dumaria Ghat Bridge and sought updates from officials on water levels and the measures being taken to deal with any potential flooding. Bihar Water Resources Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Motihari MP Radha Mohan Singh, the local MLA and senior administrative officials were present at Dumaria Ghat Bridge during the Chief Minister's visit. During the inspection, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary directed officials to establish relief camps in flood-prone and affected areas and ensure that all necessary assistance reaches residents without delay. He instructed the administration to maintain continuous surveillance of the situation and remain prepared to provide immediate relief if water levels rise or conditions worsen. Officials were also directed to ensure that essential arrangements are in place so that affected people can be evacuated and provided assistance if required. Water Resources Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary said there were currently no flood-like conditions in the area. He added that the water level was expected to rise by around 10 centimetres, but added that the administration was fully prepared to deal with any eventuality. According to Vijay Kumar Choudhary, district administration teams are actively monitoring the situation and taking necessary precautionary measures. He said that if a flood situation develops, the state government will provide all possible assistance to affected residents. The Chief Minister has directed officials to maintain preparedness and ensure that relief and assistance reach people promptly if the situation deteriorates. On Monday, the Meteorological Centre issued a yellow alert for rain in 12 districts of north Bihar, including East Champaran district. Rain and thunderstorms, accompanied by winds reaching speeds of around 30 km/hour, are expected in these areas.
Clashes erupt in Patna during protest seeking resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Police use water cannon to disperse protesters after they breach the barricades at Dak Bungalow Crossing; police had tightened security ahead of the march
Visakhapatnam railway station marks 130 years
Ibrahimpatnam: Farmer threatens suicide over land acquisition
Hyderabad: Frustrated that the state government was allegedly taking over his land for the Future City project, a farmer in Ibrahimpatnam threatened to kill himself on Monday, September 28, inside a Telangana State Road Transport Corporation bus. In a video shared online, the farmer is seen tying his scarf around his neck, while a police 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 .
Indian Railways approves new tri-weekly train Between Machilipatnam and Kurnool City
New Train to Provide Direct Rail Connectivity to Gudivada, Vinukonda, Nandyal and Other Key Stations in Andhra Pradesh
Activists mark Bhagat Singhs anniversary with call to oppose data centres in Visakhapatnam
GST officials busts illegal pan masala unit in Visakhapatnam; 54.60 crore evasion estimated
CM Samrat Choudhary speaks to LPU founder over safety of Bihar students amid campus unrest
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 28 (IANS) Amid the escalating unrest at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab's Phagwara, Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Monday spoke to the LPU founder and Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Mittal over concerns regarding the safety and interests of students from Bihar. Choudhary said that he discussed the situation with Mittal, who assured him of full cooperation and the necessary steps to safeguard students from Bihar. The Chief Minister also added that the university management had been asked to take appropriate measures to ensure the students' safety and protect their interests. The unrest at LPU began after claims circulated among students and on social media that a female student had allegedly been sexually assaulted on the university campus. Students also linked the allegations to the death of another student. The allegations have not been established. Police have registered an FIR against an unidentified person and constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the matter. Investigators are examining evidence, including CCTV footage, forensic material and phone data. LPU, meanwhile, has denied that the alleged sexual assault incident took place on campus and described the claims as false, baseless and fabricated rumours. A large number of students gathered on the campus as the protest intensified. Reports said that university property was damaged and some objects were set on fire, while protesters also blocked the Jalandhar-Phagwara stretch of NH-44. The protest later escalated into clashes between students and police. Officials said that protesters pelted stones and targeted police vehicles, while police took action to disperse the mob. Several police personnel were reportedly injured, and multiple vehicles were damaged. Traffic on NH-44 was subsequently restored after being disrupted for more than 15 hours. Police said that the situation was under control, with a large force deployed at the university and surrounding areas. Following the unrest, LPU suspended regular classes for 10 days from September 28. Mid-term examinations have also been postponed until further notice. Students have been allowed to return home after consulting their parents or guardians. Those remaining on campus have been advised to stay inside their hostels or residences and avoid unnecessary movement. The university has also maintained a heightened security presence on campus as students continue to leave for their homes. Internet services in the area have reportedly been suspended amid efforts by the authorities to prevent the spread of rumours and unverified information. Several videos related to the unrest have circulated on social media, purportedly showing vandalism and other incidents on the campus. The authenticity and context of individual videos cannot be independently established. The police investigation into the sexual assault allegation is continuing, while authorities are separately examining the violence, property damage and other incidents that occurred during the protests.
Naveen Patnaik Vows to Fight MMDR Amendment Act Until His Last Breath
Odishas opposition leader Naveen Patnaik pledges to oppose the MMDR Amendment Act, rallying support for the states rights. Naveen Patnaik Vows to Fight MMDR Amendment Act Until His Last Breath
Patna stir turns tense as police use water cannons, lathi-charge protestors
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 28 (IANS) Patna witnessed heightened protest activity on Monday as thousands of protesters from several organisations took to the streets over a range of demands. The situation turned tense at J.P. Golambar and Dak Bungalow Crossing, where police used barricades, water cannons and subsequently resorted to a lathi-charge to disperse protesters. Nursing and paramedical students were among those participating in the demonstrations. The students were protesting over examination results at the Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS) and demanding the removal of the Vice-Chancellor. Tensions escalated as protesters moved from J.P. Golambar towards Dak Bungalow Crossing. Police had erected barricades to prevent the march from advancing, but some protesters allegedly uprooted the barricades and attempted to move forward. A scuffle subsequently broke out between police personnel and protesters. Despite the police intervention, the protesters continued towards Dak Bungalow Crossing. The administration had established a security perimeter at Dak Bungalow Crossing, including barricades and barbed wire, to prevent protesters from advancing further. When some protesters attempted to breach the security arrangements, police deployed water cannons to disperse the crowd. Protesters continued raising slogans despite the water jets, with some reportedly waving slippers towards the police. The situation subsequently escalated, following which the police resorted to a lathi-charge. Protesters alleged that several students were injured during the police action. According to those participating in the demonstration, four students sustained injuries to their heads, hands and other parts of their bodies. However, the exact number of people injured and the nature of their injuries could not be independently established from the available information. Official figures may differ from claims made by protesters. Rural SP Komal Meena was also reportedly injured during the confrontation. A major component of Monday's protests involved nursing and paramedical students of the Bihar University of Health Sciences. The students alleged that around 80 per cent of candidates had failed their examinations and said the results had adversely affected their academic and professional futures. They are demanding a review of the results and the removal of the university's Vice-Chancellor. The 80 per cent failure figure is an allegation made by the protesting students and has not been independently confirmed. Monday's protests involved several groups pursuing different demands. One group of protesters reportedly moved towards the Chief Minister's residence, while CPI-ML activists had announced plans to surround Lok Bhawan. Separately, protesters gathered with posters demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The demonstrations added to the already heightened political activity in the state capital. With multiple groups taking to the streets simultaneously, police deployed additional personnel at key locations and used barricading and crowd-control measures to regulate the movement of protesters. The developments led to disruptions at several major points in central Patna as authorities attempted to prevent the demonstrations from moving beyond designated areas.
Protests Erupt in Patna Over Various Demands, Police Clash with Demonstrators
Protests in Patna lead to clashes with police as demonstrators demand changes in educational policies and governance. Protests Erupt in Patna Over Various Demands, Police Clash with Demonstrators
Patna High Court goes hard on Bihar government over upkeep of Barabar Caves
Hearing a petition, a single bench of Justice Rajiv Roy questioned the continuous negligence of the ancient site, drawing sharp comparisons to how other states preserve their cultural heritage
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India explores UAE as key LNG, LPG source: Piyush Goyal
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) India is exploring the possibility of strengthening its energy partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by sourcing more liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the Gulf nation, while also working on expanding strategic petroleum reserves to bolster the country's energy security, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday. Addressing the media after the 14th meeting of the India-UAE High-Level Joint Task Force on Investments, Goyal said that India is engaging with the UAE to enhance cooperation across the energy sector as part of efforts to diversify supply arrangements and safeguard domestic energy availability amid continuing uncertainties in global energy markets. India is exploring the possibility of using the United Arab Emirates as a key source of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), while also working with Abu Dhabi to expand petroleum reserves, the minister stated. The discussions build on agreements announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the UAE in May 2026, when both countries unveiled plans for deeper cooperation in crude oil storage, strategic reserves, LNG and LPG infrastructure, and long-term LPG supply arrangements. As part of the collaboration, Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Ltd (ISPRL) and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) signed a strategic agreement under which the UAE could store up to 30 million barrels of crude oil in India's strategic petroleum reserve facilities. The proposed arrangement includes potential participation in storage sites located at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh and Chandikhol in Odisha. The two sides are also examining the possibility of storing a portion of India's strategic crude reserves in Fujairah, a key UAE oil hub located outside the Strait of Hormuz. Such an arrangement is expected to improve supply-chain resilience and provide greater flexibility in managing energy inventories during periods of geopolitical uncertainty.
Naveen Patnaik vows to fight MMDR Act till last breath, urges Odisha to unite against law
Naveen Patnaik addressed a rally opposing the MMDR Amendment Act, stating it threatens Odisha's rights to land and resources. He emphasized that the Act could result in significant revenue losses for the state. Patnaik criticized the states BJP MPs for their silence during the bill's passage in Parliament. He called for a united opposition against what he deems an unjust law.
Dont allow MMDR Act to be implemented in Odisha, Naveen Patnaik calls for united fight
The former CM said he would fight for Odishas rights till his last breath while BJD cadres called for halting mineral transportation from mines till MMDR Amendment Act is not rolled back
Kalahandi High-Profile Cannabis Smuggling: Courier Manager Arrested, 5 Quintals Ganja Seized
The Excise Department seized a staggering 5 quintals of ganja (cannabis) from a courier office located near Kesinga Road in Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi district. The contraband, ingeniously concealed inside foam packing boxes, was slated for transport to Uttar Pradesh. Following the raid, authorities arrested the courier office manager, identified as Satindra Kumar Pandey, a native of [] The post Kalahandi High-Profile Cannabis Smuggling: Courier Manager Arrested, 5 Quintals Ganja Seized appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
E-Complaint Kiosk Launched at Vizag Railway Station
The kiosk is linked to the online PGRS system. Visakhapatnam commissioner of police Dr Sankhabrata Bagchi and others were present.
Anushman Jha: I make movies to connect, my attempt has never been transactional
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Actors Soni Razdan and Raghubir Yadavs Om Ka Hari is to have its special screenings for over 50 Army centres in India. The films producer Anshuman Jha calls it the old-school way of connecting with audiences and added further that he makes movies to connect. Anshuman will travel across 15 cities from Monday onwards, including Delhi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Agra, Jaipur, Bengaluru and Patna to host special screenings. Anshuman said in a statement: This is the old-school way of connecting with audiences, not just selling a film to them. I make movies to connect, and my attempt has never been transactional; it has always been emotional. So I am willing to keep working harder and going further to reach my audience. Charlie Chaplin used to take his films from city to city. I want to do that with Om Ka Hari. I want to sit with audiences, watch the film with them, hear what they feel, and have conversations with them. He said that the love for Om Ka Hari is real, and he wants to keep walking that extra mile to take the film to more people and, hopefully, spread the message at its heart: express your love to your parents while you still have the chance. With 25 cinemas retaining the film into Week 2 and 50+ Army Centre screenings lined up across India, Om Ka Hari is now entering its second week with continued word-of-mouth momentum. The Army Centre screenings are expected to bring the film to thousands of viewers nationwide, with over 50 centres hosting screenings. Om Ka Hari explores the complexities of the father-son relationship through comedy, drama and the things families often struggle to say to one another. Directed by Harish Vyas, Om Ka Hari stars Anshuman Jha and Raghubir Yadav in the titular roles of Om and Hari. The film follows a stubborn father and his independent-minded son, whose relationship is shaped by generational differences, disagreements and deeply held expectations. When Hari believes he has only a few days left to live, he decides to make a journey to Varanasi, with Om accompanying him. What begins as a journey marked by conflict gradually becomes an opportunity for the two to confront the love, hurt and things left unsaid between them.
Advanced pedagogy programme concludes
Garage owner shot dead in city
University employees complete office management training
Five held for posing as cops, targeting motorists in Rohtas
Govt plans makeover of tourism sector with AI, digital technology
Doctors stress early action on heart risks
Fourth accused held in Kishanganj assault case
Vizag, Manyam And ASR Mark Tourism Day With Development Push
Visakhapatnam, Alluri Sitharama Raju and Parvathipuram Manyam districts marked World Tourism Day with new tourism initiatives and development plans.
MMDR Amendment Act: BJD appeals to people to join mass protest tomorrow
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 27 (IANS) The Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Sunday appealed to the people of Odisha to join a mass protest to be organised by the party in front of the Legislative Assembly on Monday, demanding the repeal of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026. The regional party has been opposing the Amendment Act since its passage in Parliament, alleging that it is against the interests of the state. In a press statement issued by BJD, party spokesperson and media coordinator Lenin Mohanty said that the MMDR Amendment Act has taken away the rights of the states over mines and mineral-bearing land. He said that in its order dated July 25, 2024, the Supreme Court had stated that states could levy taxes and levies on mines and mineral-bearing land and recover the dues retrospectively from 2005. The senior BJD leader also added that according to the Supreme Court's order, Odisha had an opportunity to receive Rs 1 lakh crore towards arrears and Rs 12,000 crore in increased revenue. He alleged that the MMDR Act has destroyed this opportunity. Therefore, demanding the withdrawal of this anti-state black law, the BJD will organise a massive protest at Lower PMG on September 28. It will begin at 10 a.m. BJD President and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik will attend the programme and address the people present, Mohanty added. Seeking the cooperation of people of Odisha, Mohanty has appealed them to participate in large numbers in the programme and make it a success to protect the interests of Odisha. The BJD had earlier announced to organise a statewide agitation and economic blockade across the state demanding the immediate repeal of the Act. The congress-led INDIA bloc is also scheduled to stage a Odisha Assembly gherao protest in Bhubaneswar on September 29 against the MMDR Amendment Act. The opposition Congress and BJD have also been protesting against the MMDR Amendment Act in the Assembly, leading to repeated adjournments of the House since the beginning of the Monsoon session. The MMDR Amendment Act has turned into a major headache for the state government, as the Opposition seems to be in no mood to back down.
Four practice nets inaugurated at ACAVDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam
Bronze statue of late Thota Sudhakara Prasad unveiled in Visakhapatnam
Actor Ravichandran to inaugurate Srirangapatna Dasara on October 15
NDA, YSRCP step up preparations for local body elections in Visakhapatnam
While NDA highlights development works, YSRCP focuses on drinking water crisis and alleged government failures
Dont just raise allegations, present facts: Bihar CM slams Opposition over SIR
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 27 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary took objection to the Oppositions allegations over the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and asked them not to trivialise the process by making baseless accusations, rather substantiate their claims with facts and documents. He said that the SIR is not a new process in Bihar but an intensive voter revision exercise, previously conducted in 2003, and the one in 2025 was carried out, building upon the foundation of the previous electoral roll. The Chief Minister further explained that during the SIR, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) conducted door-to-door outreach to voters; the EC released draft electoral rolls, providing a window for claims and objections, and only after that the final list was published. Addressing the questions raised by the Opposition specifically Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav regarding the SIR, the Chief Minister stated that objections concerning individuals whose names were removed from the list could have been formally lodged with the Election Commission, supported by concrete documentation. He added that any discrepancies that came to light were rectified in accordance with the established procedure. Further, addressing the Oppositions demands to cancel the election, Samrat Choudhary stated that if anyone has complaints regarding irregularities in the electoral process, mechanisms exist through the Election Commission and the courts. While questions regarding the electoral process can be raised in a democracy, they must be backed by facts. Targeting the Congress party, he stated that the Opposition should present its arguments based on facts rather than levelling allegations against the Election Commission. The Chief Minister further remarked that the public makes the final decision in elections, and political parties ought to respect people's verdict. Regarding the Opposition's announcement of agitation against SIR, he supported parties right to demonstrate and protest but asserted that the SIR was completed in Bihar and that questions concerning it have already been addressed at the appropriate levels. He also noted that BLOs contacted the voters door-to-door and stated that a large number of voters who were deceased, permanently relocated, or registered at multiple locations were identified and understandably removed from the list.
Heavy release from Gandak Barrage inundates several villages in West Champaran
Gandak in spate, floodwaters enter VTR in West Champaran
Scientific study estimates Ramayanas Jatayu-Sampati flight at 1.3 million km
Skating marathon spreads road safety message in Patna
Liquor smugglers use code names and clever hiding tricks to evade prohibition
Womans body found in canal, suspects taken into custody
Police recovered the dismembered womans body in the VTPS cooling canal, under Ibrahimpatnam police station limits on September 18, 2026
Ganja Seized Through Courier in Fish Boxes in Odisha, UP Judge
The Excise Department seized a massive haul of 400 kg of ganja from a courier office in Bhawanipatna, located in Odishas Kalahandi district. The contraband was cleverly packed inside 32 fish boxes and was in the process of being transported to Uttar Pradesh. According to reports, the illicit consignment was booked for delivery to an [] The post Ganja Seized Through Courier in Fish Boxes in Odisha, UP Judges Address Used appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Garage Operator Shot Dead In Patna
A garage operator in Patna, Anjani Nandan, was shot dead by unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants on Saturday night as he was leaving work. He succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. Police are investigating the motive and expect arrests soon.
'Judiciary Committed To Protecting Students' Right To Protest': Chief Justice
The CJI made the statement at the Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) in Patna, where he engaged in an unfiltered interaction with students, making it clear that he preferred to have a frank question-and-answer session.
Madhubani on alert as Kosi rises after Nepal rain
Infinity Vizag-2026 maps out strategy to transform Visakhapatnam into tech hub
Around 400 delegates, including startup founders, CEOs, industry leaders, and students, deliberate upon bridging the gap between industry requirements, academic frameworks, and early-stage entrepreneurs
Gandak floods villages along India-Nepal border, 3,000 affected
Samrat asks govt schools to strengthen academic environment
Madhubani Police identify 4 after old video of minors assault surfaces
CJI says drug abuse among children a protection crisis, seeks rehabilitation
Congress demands fair inquiry into Jamui case, privacy violations
961 Jeevika women clear Class X exams
CJI opens countrys 1st victim rights centre
IMD: Rain to ease as depression weakens
HC bars arbitrary rejection of arms licence applications
Judiciary will protect students' right to protests: CJI
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant affirmed the judiciary's commitment to protecting students' right to peaceful protest during an interaction at CNLU Patna. He also addressed concerns about collegium transparency, stating that disclosure of dissenting opinions could compromise individual dignity. The CJI also praised a proposal to shorten the law degree duration.
Srirangapatna Dasara to be opened by actor Ravichandran: Minister
BJP defends SIR; RLM welcomes EC clarification
BJP core panel chalks strategy for council polls
Samrat: Bihar, Centre to coordinate on cross-border crimes along Nepal border
BJP MP questions policing in Bihar
CM launches Rs 10,590-crore road maintenance programme
Council polls: Jan Suraaj replaces Tirhut candidate
CM assures safety, education support to Jamui survivor
Student jumps from auto to escape harassment
PKs Jan Suraaj explores Delhi expansion; JD(U) scoffs at move
Four flights diverted, 26 delayed amid rain & gusty winds in Patna
Bihar: Auto driver arrested for molesting student in Bhojpur
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 26 (IANS) Bihar Police on Saturday arrested an auto-rickshaw driver accused of molesting a college student in Bhojpur district. The incident occurred between Mahuli and Balua villages under the jurisdiction of Mufassil police station. Police identified the accused as Vijay Kumar, alias Chaurasia or Masto, a resident of Bakharia village. According to the complaint, the undergraduate student was returning home by auto-rickshaw after attending classes at Dhobaha Market when the driver allegedly molested her. Police said the student managed to jump off the moving vehicle to save herself, sustaining head injuries in the process. She reached home and informed her family, after which police registered a named FIR under relevant sections of the BNS Act. Investigators arrested Vijay Kumar and seized his vehicle. Police are examining the circumstances and taking further legal action based on the complaint and available evidence. The Bhojpur case comes amid a spate of incidents involving harassment and molestation of girls and women reported from different parts of Bihar. Earlier, on September 19, a Class 10 student was allegedly harassed and molested in Jamui, while a male student accompanying her was assaulted. The accused circulated a video of the incident on social media. Three videos purportedly showing similar incidents later surfaced from Samastipur, while separate cases were reported from Kishanganj and Banka districts. Police have arrested several accused in these cases, with investigations continuing in others. The incidents have triggered renewed public debate about the safety of women and girls and the law-and-order situation in the state.
Free entry to parks and museums on World Tourism Day in Visakhapatnam
CJI Surya Kant holds first open interaction with CNLU Patna students
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Sikkim Athletes Win 5 Medals At East Zone Junior Athletics Championship In Patna
GANGTOK, Sep 26: Athletes from the Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE), Sikkim, won four medals at the 37th East Zone Junior Athletics Championship 2026 held in Patna, Bihar. Phurba Hissey Sherpa won gold in the 1500m and bronze in the 3000m, while Sabina Rai clinched gold in the 3000m event. Anchal Rai secured... The post Sikkim Athletes Win 5 Medals At East Zone Junior Athletics Championship In Patna first appeared on Northeast Today .
Institutional differences should not be politicised: Jitan Ram Manjhi
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 26 (IANS) Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Saturday targeted opposition leaders over the ongoing political debate surrounding reported differences of opinion within the Election Commission of India, including those concerning Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He said those attempting to politicise differences of opinion within an institution were inexperienced, arguing that differing views can arise during deliberations in various constitutional and governmental bodies. Manjhi cited Cabinet meetings, Election Commission proceedings, and deliberations involving judges as examples where different views may emerge. His remarks come amid controversy over reports that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised objections on several matters over 10 months. The Election Commission has said that individual observations and differing views are part of its normal internal deliberative process and maintained that its final decisions were taken unanimously. Manjhi said a difference of opinion does not necessarily mean that every individuals view will prevail, adding that the institutions prescribed decisionmaking process ultimately determines the outcome. Separately, Manjhi wrote a letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking adequate speaking time for Members of Parliament belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) during parliamentary discussions on important Bills. BJP MP Gajendra Singh Patel, who represents the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency in Madhya Pradesh, raised the issue during an NDA MPs Group Dialogue Meeting held at Manjhis residence on August 5. Manjhi subsequently raised the matter with the Lok Sabha Speaker in a letter dated September 16. Speaking to journalists at his residence in Gaya on Saturday, Manjhi explained how the NDA parliamentary group functioned during the 20242029 term. He said groups of around 1415 MPs meet under a minister's leadership, either at the beginning or end of a parliamentary session, to discuss issues of concern. MPs raise all kinds of issues and concerns they feel are important during these meetings. It is my practice that whenever an MP speaks, voices a grievance, or offers a suggestion, I write to the relevant ministry. I inform them that the MP has raised these points and request that necessary action be taken, Manjhi said. He added that Patel had specifically raised concerns that SC and ST MPs were not getting sufficient opportunities to speak during discussions on important Bills. The issue raised was that MPs from Dalit and Mahadalit communities get fewer opportunities to speak. I wrote to the Speaker about this; although, strictly speaking, I should have written to the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, I wrote directly to the Speaker. There is no political angle to this, Manjhi said. He stressed that the matter was not personal but related to concerns raised by Members of Parliament. This is not a personal matter; rather, it is an issue raised by Members of Parliament, and since I am the leader of the group, I need to convey these concerns to the concerned ministry. That is why I wrote a letter to the Speaker regarding this matter, he said.
MU to clear DA arrears of 4,600 pensioners ahead of Durga Puja
Patna: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday asserted that the judiciary is committed to protecting students fundamental right to hold peaceful protests and that courts will not look the other way when there is an infringement. The CJI made the statement at the Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) in Patna, where he engaged 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 .
CJI Surya Kant holds historic open house with Law students at CNLU Patna
Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Friday held an unprecedented open-house interaction with law students at Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, engaging directly with questions from the audience in an unscripted dialogue on issues concerning students, the legal profession and the judiciary. The interaction, hosted at the universitys Ashoka Auditorium, was organised [] The post CJI Surya Kant holds historic open house with Law students at CNLU Patna appeared first on India Legal .
JD(U) says Delhi voters tired of 'new alternatives' as Prashant Kishor eyes MCD polls
Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 26 (IANS) As Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor explores plans to contest the upcoming Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) polls, the JD(U) on Saturday said people in the national Capital had already become tired of 'new alternatives', pointing out that they had earlier voted for the AAP as an alternative. Speaking to IANS, JD(U) national spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan alleged, The people of Delhi have already become tired of new alternatives. They had also voted for the AAP as an alternative. There were tall promises about fighting corruption and simplicity, but a Sheesh Mahal was built and a liquor scam also took place. Several leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, went behind bars. The people of Delhi are now tired of this politics of alternatives, which is why they showed the AAP the way out in the last election. JD(U) national general secretary Shyam Rajak said Kishors electoral victory had boosted his confidence. He somehow managed to win an Assembly election from Bankipur, and that has boosted his confidence. But the people know him. Everyone has the right to expand their party. They should expand it. In a democracy, everyone has the right to form and run a party, contest elections and seek peoples support. He is exercising that right. There is nothing very significant about it for me. Let him do it, Rajak said. The Jan Suraaj Party is exploring a possible entry into Delhi politics, with supporters in the capital set to raise the proposal with Kishor when they felicitate him on Sunday for his Bankipur bypoll victory. The event is being organised by Biharis living in Delhi who are associated with the party. Kumar Shantanu, a member of the Jan Suraaj core committee, said supporters who identify with Kishors political vision had been pressing for the formation of a Delhi chapter. Kishor, a former election strategist who worked with parties across the political spectrum, built Jan Suraaj around a campaign in Bihar focussed on education, employment and governance. He spent months travelling across the state before the organisation took the form of a political party. Jan Suraajs first major electoral test came in the 2025 Bihar Assembly polls. It contested 238 seats but failed to win any, raising questions about whether Kishors campaign could translate public interest into votes. Kishor did not contest that election himself. The Bankipur bypoll in August gave the party its first seat in the Bihar Assembly and Kishor his first electoral victory as a candidate. He defeated BJPs Neeraj Kumar by 19,324 votes, securing 64,151 votes against Kumars 44,827.
Two days of rain halve Andhra Pradeshs monsoon deficit from 43% to 22%
After the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam districts shortfall falls from 53.2% to 3.6%
Two days of rain halve Andhra Pradeshs monsoon deficit from 43% to 22%
After the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam districts shortfall falls from 53.2% to 3.6%
Centre notifies Deendayal, JNPA, Paradip, and Mundra as mega ports
The Centre has notified the major ports of Deendayal (Kandla), Jawaharlal Nehru (Nhava Sheva), Paradip, and Adani Group's Mundra Port as mega ports. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, in a gazette notification, said the central government, under sub-section (1) of section 73 of the Indian Ports Act, 2025 (27 of 2025), notified the criteria for classification of a port as a mega port; whereas major ports of Deendayal (Kandla), Jawaharlal Nehru (Nhava Sheva), Paradip, and Mundra Port, a port other than the major ports, satisfy the said criteria. India has 12 major ports and over 200 non-major ports. The 12 major ports are Deendayal (Kandla), Mumbai, Mormugao, New Mangalore, Cochin, Chennai, Ennore (Kamarajar), Tuticorin (V O Chidambaranar), Visakhapatnam, Paradip and Kolkata (including Haldia) and Jawaharlal Nehru Port.
NCW takes suo motu cognisance of molestation of girl in Banka; directs Bihar Police to submit ATR
NCW takes suo motu cognisance of molestation of girl in Banka; directs Bihar Police to submit ATR Patna: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of an alleged incident involving the public harassment, molestation, and assault of a young girl at the Mandar Parvat tourist site in Bihars Banka district. The [] The post NCW takes suo motu cognisance of molestation of girl in Banka; directs Bihar Police to submit ATR appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Digital Desk | Patna, Sep 26 (IANS) Kishanganj police have arrested one person and launched a search for others after a video allegedly showing a young woman being assaulted and verbally abused near Tulsia Halt railway station in the Dighalbank police station area was sent to Superintendent of Police (SP) Santosh Kumar. According to police, the video was received on the SP's WhatsApp at around 12:30 a.m. on September 25. The SP immediately directed the technical team to examine the footage. The preliminary investigation indicated that the incident had taken place near Tulsia Halt railway station, police said. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) was subsequently constituted under the leadership of Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO)-02, and raids were launched at suspected locations to identify and apprehend those allegedly involved. Police said the video appears to be approximately four to five months old. The footage allegedly shows several youths taking a young woman into a house, followed by an altercation in which she was allegedly subjected to verbal abuse and physical assault. After receiving the video, the SP directed a police team to inspect the suspected location and ordered immediate action. Based on the technical examination of the footage and other Intelligence inputs, police initially identified several suspects. They were identified as Afsar alias Hati, son of Tajmul and a resident of Mustafaganj; Zuber Khan, son of Md Basir and a resident of Shripur; Mizan alias Salman, son of Jahagir and a resident of Dahibhanga; Kamil, son of Ashauddin and a resident of Muharar Toli; and Shahnaz, son of Sabir and a resident of Janirpasti Dahibhanga. Police said preliminary verification indicated that some of the identified suspects are currently living outside Bihar. Afsar alias Hati is reportedly residing in Gujarat, Zuber Khan in Haryana, Mizan alias Salman in Karnataka and Kamil in Punjab. Efforts are underway to verify the whereabouts of the remaining suspects. Police said the woman has been identified and her statement has been recorded during the investigation. According to her statement, she had gone to the railway station to meet a friend when she was allegedly noticed by some youths from nearby villages. The youths allegedly made objectionable remarks and assaulted her. Police said a village-level panchayat meeting was subsequently held in the presence of the village Mukhiya in an attempt to resolve the dispute. Based on the woman's complaint and statement, an FIR has been registered, and further investigation is underway. Police are also examining the roles of other individuals who may have been involved. Acting on the evidence gathered during the investigation, Kishanganj police arrested one of the named accused, identified as Shahzad, aged around 21, a resident of Shabbir Tola, Jagir Dahibhat, under Dighalbank police station. Shahzad was arrested in Dighalbank and is currently being interrogated, police said. Meanwhile, raids are continuing at suspected hideouts to apprehend the other accused. Investigators are using technical evidence as well as human Intelligence to trace those allegedly involved in the incident. SP Santosh Kumar said that all individuals found to be involved would face legal action in accordance with the law after their roles are established during the investigation.
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BJP defends MMDR act amid opposition protests, cites Justice M.B. Shah Commission's mining report
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'Give him one more chance': Mother of Jamui molestation accused
