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Stay ahead with the latest from Patna! Get crucial updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments for January 8, 2026. Watch the full video for complete details.
Stay ahead with the latest from Patna! Get crucial updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments for January 8, 2026. Watch the full video for complete details.
Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. Governor Arif Mohammed Khan administered the oath. Read about his distinguished legal career and the ceremony.
Patna Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena orders engineers to safeguard city drainage during metro construction. Special teams deployed to monitor major nalas and prevent waterlogging. Read for details.
Andhra Pradesh High Court acquits four men in 2013 murder case, citing prosecution's failure to establish complete chain of circumstantial evidence. Key witnesses turned hostile.
Get the latest updates from Patna on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments for January 7, 2026. Stay informed with our comprehensive roundup.
The Supreme Court granted bail to a businessman citing delay in trial, affirming the right to speedy trial under Article 21. This comes a day after denying bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court dismisses a 2021 FIR over a land dispute from the 1990s, calling it an abuse of legal process. The court sets aside the chargesheet and all proceedings. Read the full details.
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam in Delhi riots case, citing 'hierarchy of culpability'. Five co-accused granted bail. Read the detailed analysis of the court's reasoning on stringent UAPA bail conditions.
Patna Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against public spitting. Offenders face a Rs 500 fine and will be shamed as 'Nagar Shatru' on city screens. Learn about the new rules.
Patna's state-of-the-art Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Science City is fast-tracking exhibit installations in three remaining galleries. The project, costing ~Rs 214 crore, aims for full completion by 2027. Explore the details.
Supreme Court denies bail to Umar Khalid & Sharjeel Imam after 5+ years without trial, spotlighting India's undertrial crisis & judicial role in protecting liberty. Read the analysis.
Patna police arrested 11 gang members for illegal land possession and seized weapons & liquor. SP details the operation in Gaurichak. Read the full story.
Explore how Patna's neighbourhoods like Boring Road and Kankarbagh are transforming into aesthetic cafe hubs, driven by youth demand for ambience and Instagram-worthy spaces. Discover the stories behind this cultural shift.
Explore the forgotten legacy of Patna's iconic coffee houses at Latif Manzil and New Dak Bungalow Road, where politics, literature, and culture once thrived over coffee. Discover why these vibrant addas vanished.
Patna Municipal Corporation deploys special teams for city-wide drain cleaning before monsoon. Target completion is Jan 31, 2025. Read about the multi-layer strategy.
Patna police cracked a house burglary case in Police Colony, arresting four from Araria. Stolen TVs, phones recovered. Details on the police operation inside.
Get the latest from Patna on January 3, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for all details.
The body of Akash Kumar, 13, was discovered near a Marine Drive pillar in Patna's Alamganj. Police investigate a possible fall from the bridge. Read the latest details.
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court grants bail to bank manager in a multi-crore fraud case, laying down key principles. Justice Wani emphasizes no 'golden test' for bail, calls for case-by-case judicial weighing. Read the full analysis.
Bombay High Court quashes an FIR of sexual assault after noting the parties settled amicably and the complainant no longer wished to pursue the case. Read the full details and court's observations.
Patna district reports an 8.3% overall reduction in cognizable crimes from Jan-Nov 2025. SSP Sharma credits aggressive action against illegal arms and narcotics. Read the full report.
Patna ushered in 2026 with massive celebrations. Over 8.5 lakh devotees visited Mahavir and Iskcon temples, while parks and Patna Zoo saw thousands. Discover how the city celebrated.
Patna DM orders a major drive to clear encroachments and ease traffic. Special teams to work across all zones until Jan 31. Fines up to Rs 20,000 for violations. Read details.
Patna Municipal Corporation unveils a 2026 roadmap for cleaner, citizen-friendly infrastructure. Key plans include 26 organised vending zones, a major waste-to-energy project, and city-wide repairs. Read more.
Patna police announce a detailed traffic & parking plan from Jan 1-4, 2026, for New Year crowds at Gandhi Maidan. Check route diversions, vehicle bans, and new parking zones to avoid congestion.
Patna Police exposed a 2-year fake recruitment racket for Patna Metro jobs, arresting three. The gang used a fraudulent website & social media ads, duping aspirants of lakhs. Read the full investigation details.
Patna DM Thiyagarajan S M and SSP Kartikeya K Sharma direct officials for swift action on prohibition cases, land disputes, and against mafia. Drones, tech to curb illegal mining. Read more.
Patna is set for a spectacular New Year's Eve 2026 with hotels, clubs, and resorts hosting theme parties, live music, fireworks, and special menus. Discover the city's celebration hotspots.
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court quashes a dowry cruelty FIR, ruling criminal law cannot be a tool for personal vendetta. Justice Sanjay Parihar delivered the verdict on December 26, 2025. Read the full analysis.
Patna police raided a grocery store in Kacchi Dargah, seizing 2.2kg of marijuana. Shopkeeper Dhananjay Rai arrested. Separate arrests made for viral weapons video and extortion.