Union Minister Nityanand Rai condemned the Congress party for a derogatory social media post by its Kerala unit, linking 'Bidis' and 'Bihar' with the letter 'B,' which sparked outrage. Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary also criticized Congress, citing repeated insults. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, in turn, slammed BJP's Bihar Bandh protests, alleging thuggery.

Buxar police have arrested four individuals involved in the robbery of an SBI employee that occurred on July 8th. An SIT was formed, leading to the apprehension of three suspects attempting to sell stolen mobile phones.

In the third Sakshamta Pariksha, only 32.3% of local body teachers in Bihar passed, announced by BSEB Chairman Anand Kishor. The test aimed to grant state employee status, with 7,893 out of 24,436 teachers succeeding. Simultaneously, the board declared Diploma in Elementary Education results, revealing a 90.94% pass rate among nearly 29,000 candidates.

Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, along with his wife Tashi Doma, visited the Mahabodhi Mahavihara in Bodh Gaya on Thursday. He offered prayers and meditated under the Bodhi tree, expressing his blessed connection to the revered site.

NDA members and Bihar industry leaders have lauded the GST 2.0 reforms, emphasizing the reduced tax slabs' potential to stimulate the economy and provide relief to citizens. The changes, including lower GST on cement and agricultural inputs, are expected to boost construction, housing, and agriculture, benefiting both industries and the general public.

Bihar's DGP Vinay Kumar lauded 46 EOU officers for their cybercrime efforts, awarding them letters and cash during the inauguration of a new cyber operation hall. The EOU's Cyber Prahar campaign has blocked 30 crore in fraudulent transactions and arrested 148 cybercriminals. The DGP emphasised combining human intelligence with technology to combat global cyber threats effectively.

INDIA bloc's vice-presidential candidate, B Sudarshan Reddy, stated his commitment to constitutional values, stemming from his judicial background. He aims to secure support across party lines, emphasizing the secret ballot nature of the election. Reddy highlighted the alliance's representation of a significant portion of the population and expressed concern about the Constitution's current state.

Kapildeo Prasad, a state executive member of JD(U), resigned citing lack of recognition for his contributions and disrespect from the party.

Chirag Paswan addressed migration, unemployment and discrimination against Biharis at his party's event in Muzaffarpur, emphasising women's respect and youth employment. He contrasted his 'MY' slogan, representing women and youth, with RJD's Muslim-Yadav focus

Bihar Police headquarters has directed the deployment of 8,025 trainee constables across various districts to maintain law and order during upcoming festivals like Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, Anant Chaturdashi, and Vishwakarma Puja. Gaya will receive additional forces, including BSAP battalions and specialised units, for Pitrapaksh Mela.

RJD President Lalu Prasad criticized the BJP's Bihar bandh, alleging misconduct towards women and disruption of essential services. He accused BJP workers of abusing and mistreating women, teachers, and commuters during the agitation.

Bihar's Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary defends recent GST rate cuts, estimating a revenue loss of Rs 40,000 crore, as a boost to the economy and relief for the common man. He highlights the benefits for the poor involved in bidi production and emphasizes the move towards economic self-reliance, while opposition parties criticize the timing and potential impact on consumers.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is set to conduct the 71st preliminary examination on September 13. A total of 470,588 applicants are competing for 1,298 posts. The exam will be held across 92 centers in 37 districts with strict measures like biometric attendance and CCTV surveillance in place.

The Bihar bandh, called by NDA women's wings to protest abusive remarks against PM Modi's mother, saw a mixed response across districts. While shops closed in many towns, schools and essential services largely continued as usual.

In Patna's Maner area, a 20-year-old student, Rahul Kumar, was shot in the chest following an argument outside his coaching center. The assailant fled the scene on a motorcycle, prompting a police investigation.

The Patna high court overturned a subordinate court's order initiating contempt proceedings against a private company and its director, emphasising that lower courts must adhere to legal procedures. Justice Arun Kumar Jha stressed that bypassing procedural rules leads to a short circuit of legal proceedings.

Energy Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh has mandated uninterrupted power supply during the festive season, limiting feeder interruptions and expediting transformer replacements. He warned of disciplinary action for excessive interruptions and emphasized preventive maintenance.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar launched 27 development projects worth 1,203 crore in Saran, focusing on power and road infrastructure improvements. He interacted with beneficiaries of welfare programs, emphasising women's economic empowerment through Jeevika self-help groups. Preparations are underway in Buxar for the CM's upcoming visit to Rajpur with tightened security and displays highlighting social and health initiatives

In a rare turn of events, a jail in Madhubani district became the venue for a wedding. An inmate, accused of sexually exploiting his widowed sister-in-law, married her following a Patna High Court order. The court granted bail on the condition that the marriage be verified. Jail authorities facilitated the ceremony, with staff as witnesses and inmates as 'baratis'.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized the RJD and Congress, accusing them of disrespecting his late mother and insulting womanhood during a recent political event in Bihar. Addressing a large gathering of women, he urged them to hold the opposition accountable for their actions and sought their blessings for the upcoming elections.