Politics
Varanasi Dalmandi Road Widening: Demolition Picks Up Pace, 45 Buildings Targeted
Demolition for the Rs 224 crore Dalmandi road widening project in Varanasi accelerated on Saturday, targeting 45 buildings. The project aims to improve access to Kashi Vishwanath Dham.
World
Migratory bird numbers decline sharply in Bihar wetlands over decades
Despite recent government efforts, migratory bird numbers in Bihar have declined sharply over decades. Habitat degradation, encroachment, and pollution threaten wetlands like Kanwar Lake and Rajdhani Jalasaya, alarming ornithologists.
Entertainment
Luxury Haj Packages: Comfort and Opulence for Affluent Pilgrims in 2024
Discover how wealthy Haj pilgrims enjoy luxury packages with five-star hotels, air-conditioned tents, gourmet Indian cuisine, and premium services in Mecca and Medina.
Business
Aligarh investment scam: Hundreds duped, AMU staff among victims
Hundreds in Aligarh, including AMU employees, were allegedly duped in an investment scam. Three cases registered; main accused Junaid Ahmad absconding.
Lifestyle
Technology
IIT Delhi Team Studies Taj Mahal Carrying Capacity
A three-member IIT Delhi team visited Taj Mahal to assess its carrying capacity following Supreme Court directives, aiming to manage crowd and minimize damage from high footfall.
Bihar Cybercrime Cases Up 43% in 2024, Disposal Rate Poor
Bihar recorded 6,380 cybercrime cases in 2024, a 43% rise from 2023, with 99.8% cases pending. Financial frauds surged, and conviction rates remain low amid manpower shortages.
Two Arrested from Assam in AI Cyber Fraud Loan Racket
Ahmedabad cybercrime branch arrested two men from Assam for using AI tools to create deepfakes and fraudulently obtain loans from multiple banks.
Bihar Cybercrime Cases Surge 43% in 2024, Disposal Rate Dismal
Bihar recorded 6,380 cybercrime cases in 2024, a 43% rise from 2023, but only 12 cases were disposed, leaving 99.8% pending. Financial frauds and low conviction rates highlight systemic challenges.
BJP Leader Inspects Amas-Darbhanga Expressway Progress
Senior BJP leader Prem Kumar inspected the Amas-Darbhanga Greenfield Expressway, reviewing progress and emphasizing quality. The 190 km project, Bihar's first greenfield expressway, is 44.51% complete financially.
