Nitish Kumar's Samriddhi Yatra Starts Friday in Bihar
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar begins his Samriddhi Yatra from West Champaran on Friday, touring nine districts over eight days. He will inspect projects, lay foundations, and hold public interactions.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar begins his Samriddhi Yatra from West Champaran on Friday, touring nine districts over eight days. He will inspect projects, lay foundations, and hold public interactions.
A joint operation by SSB and forest officials in Bettiah led to the arrest of two men smuggling bear body parts. The duo confessed to killing the animal using an iron trap.
Traditional Tharu folk dances like Jhamta, Jhumar and Dandiya are captivating tourists at Valmiki Tiger Reserve. Weekend performances enhance visitor experience in West Champaran.
From horseback transport to train engine concealment, Bihar's liquor smugglers employ increasingly inventive methods to bypass prohibition enforcement in the dry state.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has taken immediate action following a boycott by Tharu and Oraon communities in West Champaran. Tribal leaders presented their grievances about development issues directly to Shah in Delhi.
Police arrested five individuals, including a woman, for attacking a Dial-112 team in Gobarhiya village, West Champaran. Nine officers sustained injuries during the violent clash.
Tirhut division commissioner Girivar Dayal Singh held a review meeting in Bettiah to assess progress of key welfare schemes ahead of CM Nitish Kumar's proposed Samriddhi Yatra in West Champaran district.
Box office report for January 11, 2026: Prabhas' Dhurandhar dominates with ₹4.5 crore, while Pawan Kalyan's The Raja Saab collects ₹2.1 crore. Detailed analysis inside.
A senior Royal Bengal Tiger that strayed from Valmiki Tiger Reserve was safely rescued in West Champaran. The big cat was tranquilised and sent to Patna's biological park to prevent human-wildlife conflict. Read the full story.
The Airports Authority of India inspects Valmikinagar airport near Nepal border for revival under UDAN. Move aims to boost tourism, connectivity & economy in West Champaran. Read more.
Box office report for January 10, 2026: Dhurandhar continues its strong run, while The Raja Saab and Parasakthi face challenges. Get the latest collection figures and analysis here.
Forest department registers FIR against 20 persons for cutting green trees during Don Canal cleaning in West Champaran. Officials warn of serious action for habitat destruction.
India's office real estate market achieved a historic peak in 2025 with 86.4 million sq ft leased. Bengaluru leads, GCCs drive demand, and rents rise. Read the full analysis.
Prabhas' latest film The Raja Saab earns a massive Rs 63.3 crore on opening day. While the Telugu version dominates, the Hindi collection of Rs 6.15 cr beats Baahubali but signals a worrying trend. Read the full box office analysis.
East Champaran SP Swarn Prabhat suspends SI Pankaj Kumar after probe confirms bribe demand in a Rupani village land case. SDPO Chandan Kumar led the inquiry. Read the full details.
Bettiah police arrested three drug peddlers with 13 kg of ganja near the Pandai river in a major crackdown. Read about the operation and the accused.
East Champaran officials inspect preparations for installing the 210-tonne Shiva lingam at Virat Ramayan Mandir on January 17. Massive security and crowd control plans are underway.
Angry Bihar farmers burnt the sugar cane minister's effigy in West Champaran, demanding a minimum price of Rs 400 per quintal. They warn of a large-scale agitation if demands are not met.
East Champaran district launches a makhana cultivation scheme with a 75% subsidy for farmers. The pilot project aims to boost local economy using vast water bodies.
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's Christmas release 'Tu Meri Main Tera' struggles at the box office, collecting a mere Rs 0.19 crore on its 15th day. Read the full box office analysis here.
Police in Bettiah's Mahnagani village arrested Ramesh Paswan after his wife's Dial 112 complaint led to recovery of a country-made pistol. He faces charges under the Arms Act.
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Bihar's Virat Ramayan Mandir installs the world's largest Shivling, a 33-foot, 210-tonne marvel from a single granite block. Witness the historic spiritual event on January 17 with grand Vedic rituals.
Bodies of Niku Kumari and Lakhan Kumar discovered in East Champaran. Police probe suicide angle while investigating all possibilities. Details inside.
A 33-ft, 210-tonne Shiva Lingam, carved from a single rock, completes a 3000 km journey from Tamil Nadu to Bihar. It will be installed at the Virat Ramayana Temple on Jan 17 with CM Nitish Kumar attending. Read the incredible story.
Bodies of two young lovers, Niku Kumari and Lakhan Kumar, were found hanging in an East Champaran village. Police are investigating the suspected suicide from multiple angles. Read the latest details.
Despite a severe cold wave gripping West Champaran, tourist numbers at Valmiki Tiger Reserve have surged. Over 75,000 visitors have braved the chill for jungle and boat safaris since January 1. Discover the surprising trend and its impacts.
The Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation has launched a Rs 13 crore redevelopment of Motihari's historic Sitakund Dham. The project, to be finished by Dec 2026, will enhance pilgrim amenities and boost tourism. Read more.
Raju Chaudhary, 40, died after his bike was hit by an unidentified vehicle near Badgaon village. His friend was seriously injured. Police are scanning CCTV to find the culprit. Read the full story.
The holy Bansi river, linked to Lord Rama, faces severe pollution and encroachment. As Magh Mauni Amavasya nears, locals demand action to save this dying tributary of the Gandak.