In a move aimed at bolstering its support base, the Bihar government, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has unveiled a series of significant decisions. The state cabinet approved the ‘Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Mandap Yojana,’ which will see the construction of marriage halls in every panchayat for economically weaker sections, with an allocated budget of ₹40 billion 26 crore 50 lakh. Furthermore, the ‘Didi Ki Rasoi’ initiative, supported by Jeevika, will now offer meals at ₹20 per plate, subsidized by the government. The loan limit for Jeevika’s business activities is also being increased. A major announcement involves a substantial increase…
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In a shocking incident in Jharkhand’s Lohardaga district, a young man first murdered his girlfriend by slitting her throat and then took his own life by hanging. The incident has sent shockwaves through the area. The police from Serengdag police station in Lohardaga district, upon receiving the information, reached the spot and took possession of the bodies of the deceased couple, sending them to the Sadar Hospital. According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday during a chariot fair held in Dadu, Serengdag police station area of Lohardaga district. The young man (Jaynath Oraon), a resident of Dundru in the…
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated the Tehsil office in Tapkara, Jashpur district, today. He announced the formation of a Nagar Panchayat for Tapkara, sanctioned ₹50 lakh for the beautification of the sports stadium in Tapkara, and announced the construction of a rest house in Pharsabahar. The Chief Minister stated that the government is rapidly implementing Modi’s guarantees on all fronts of development. He highlighted the approval of 18 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, the Mahatari Vandan Yojana providing ₹1,000 per month to 70 lakh women, and the increase in tendu leaf support price to ₹5,500 per…
Adani Group Chairperson Gautam Adani, along with his family, participated in the annual Rath Yatra celebrations of Lord Jagannath in Puri. They also offered ‘Prasad Seva’ to devotees. Gautam Adani interacted with the Adani Lifeguards team, who have rescued numerous pilgrims at Puri Sea beach. The Adani Group has initiated ‘Prasad Seva’ in Puri Dham and is providing comprehensive support to pilgrims and officials during the Rath Yatra, which runs from June 26 to July 8. Adani praised the organization of the event, thanking the administration, the Odisha government, sanitation workers, and security personnel. He reflected on the ‘Seva se…
An earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale jolted the Philippines early Saturday morning. The quake occurred in Mindanao, as confirmed by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). The earthquake struck at 04:37 hours Indian Standard Time (IST), with a depth of 105 kilometers. The NCS shared the details on X, providing the specifics of the event: Latitude 5.28 N, Longitude 126.08 E. Further information is currently pending.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls across Bihar in preparation for the upcoming assembly elections. The campaign, running from June 25th to July 26th, 2025, involves Booth Level Officers (BLOs) collecting information from voters through house-to-house visits and filling out Enumeration Forms (EF). This process is underway in all 243 assembly constituencies in Bihar, with over 7.89 crore existing voters’ data being re-verified. The goal is to ensure the accuracy of the voter list, add eligible new voters, and remove ineligible names. The ECI is providing both online and…
Union Minister of State for Defence and Ranchi MP Sanjay Seth visited Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi on Saturday to check on the health of Rajya Sabha MP Dishom Guru Shibu Soren. Following the visit, Seth mentioned that Shibu Soren’s health is rapidly improving and that he would soon return to Jharkhand to offer his blessings.
In Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh, two Sanjal breed horses were euthanized via lethal injection after being diagnosed with glanders, a dangerous disease. Veterinary officials administered the injections according to established protocols. The bodies were buried in Bhittikla, near the city. Glanders primarily affects horses, mules, and donkeys, but can also infect humans. A resident of Nawapara had been using the horses for wedding ceremonies. After a horse showed symptoms, both animals were tested. After four tests yielded mixed results, a fifth test confirmed both horses were infected. Authorities have banned the entry of horse-related animals into Ambikapur for three months and are…
In Sambalpur, Union Education Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan participated in the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ mass plantation drive. He emphasized the initiative’s role in fostering environmental hope, supporting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and advancing India’s net-zero target by 2070. Schools, colleges, and various organizations joined forces to transform the drive into a widespread movement. Earlier, Pradhan, along with Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, attended the Rath Yatra celebrations, offering prayers to Lord Jagannath. They also visited the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Puri, which utilized modern technology for crowd and security management during the Rath…
A light training aircraft crashed in the Kolomna district of Russia’s Moscow region on Saturday, resulting in the death of four people. The aircraft, a Yakovlev Yak-18T, experienced engine failure and subsequently crashed into a field, catching fire. The aircraft reportedly took off from Severka airfield without prior clearance. This incident follows a previous crash involving a Russian military transport plane in the Belgorod region last year.