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At least nine people were killed by lightning strikes across Bihar's Banka, Lakhisarai and Patna districts in the past 24 hours, officials said. Five deaths were reported in Banka, three in Lakhisarai and one in Patna, with Rs 4 lakh compensation announced

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav accused Bihar's NDA government of financial mismanagement, alleging delayed salaries for employees, including teachers at grant-aided Madrasas and Sanskrit schools. He claimed the state's coffers were nearly empty, corruption was rampant and bribery hindered public work

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday said the state has a zero-tolerance policy against human trafficking. He highlighted Naya Savera 3.0, rescue and rehabilitation efforts, while police said 7,150 victims were rescued and 2,698 traffickers arrested since 2022

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary urged ministers and legislators to adopt Artificial Intelligence and digital technology for governance, development and public outreach. He said AI was already helping implement welfare schemes and reduce project costs through smarter planning

The bypoll verdict conveys a larger political message, pointing to a broader shift in voter behaviour in Bihar

JD-U chief Nitish Kumar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Parliament a day after the BJP lost the Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar. Kumar described it as a courtesy meeting amid renewed political focus following the surprise electoral setback

The Supreme Court issued notice on a PIL challenging Bihar Minister Deepak Prakash's reappointment despite not being a legislator. The petition argues the move violates constitutional provisions, alleging an indirect extension of the six-month limit allowed for non-legislator ministers

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary criticized the RJD amid the Rabri Devi bungalow dispute, saying public residences are not hereditary assets. He also highlighted governance reforms, the Sahyog grievance portal, and pledged strict action against negligent officials and criminals

A new Bihar Cabinet expansion under CM Samrat Choudhary was sworn in at Gandhi Maidan in the presence of top NDA leaders. Notably, Nishant Kumar and other political heirs, including sons of former Chief Ministers, were inducted, reflecting a blend of legacy and alliance balance

Samrat Choudhary-led Bihar government will expand its cabinet on Thursday in Patna, with Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and NDA leaders attending, signalling consolidation after recent political shifts

The newly formed NDA government led by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary will face a trust vote in the Assembly on April 24, following his recent swearing-in after Nitish Kumar stepped down to take up responsibilities at the Centre

The Bihar template reveals the BJP’s smart game plan for power in States with strong regional allies

Bihar government, led by Samrat Choudhary, conducted statewide surprise jail raids to strengthen prison security and reforms, with extensive searches across facilities finding no contraband while signalling stricter monitoring and discipline in correctional institutions

Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as Bihar’s Chief Minister, becoming the first from BJP to hold the post. Nitish Kumar stepped down, paving the way for the NDA-led leadership transition in the state

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has confirmed his decision to resign and take oath as a Rajya Sabha member, marking a significant political transition in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah expected to finalise the next Chief Minister and cabinet reshuffle.

Nitish Kumar’s reported plan to move to the Rajya Sabha has triggered speculation about a new government in Bihar, with the BJP likely to have its own chief minister. Several leaders are being discussed as possible candidates

Bihar Police has ordered a statewide campaign against vulgar and double-meaning songs ahead of Holi. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said strict action will be taken under Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita to protect women and children from such content

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Choudhary warned criminals and land mafia of swift action, promising demolition of illegal encroachments within 24 hours of complaints. He said restoring law and order and ending migration by creating jobs remain top government priorities

A gang of six armed men looted cash and jewellery worth around Rs 1 crore from a shop in Siwan’s Raghunathpur area, firing multiple rounds to spread panic. The daylight heist has raised serious concerns over Bihar’s law and order situation

Bihar’s first phase of Assembly elections on November 6 will see 121 seats across 18 districts voting, with Deputy CMs Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav in the fray amid criminal cases, caste equations, and celebrity entrants