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.
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.
Kolhapur police prevented a cruel greyhound race after PETA India's complaint. Read how authorities acted under BNSS to stop animal abuse and uphold the law.
A man from Baghpat's Kirthal village was arrested under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act after a viral video showed him abusing a dog and forcing it to consume alcohol. Read the full story.
A man in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested after a viral video showed him abusing a dog and forcing it to consume alcohol. Police have registered a case under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. Read the full details.
Irish journalist Yvonne Moran files a police complaint in Gokarna, alleging repeated cruelty against stray dogs near the beach. Police confirm inquiry, but veterinary report suggests dog bites. Read the full story.
Dehlon police arrest Harnek Singh, 77, and son Dharminder, 38, for allegedly tying up and fatally attacking a stray bull in Aasi Kalan village. Case registered under BNS sections.
Bapod police filed an FIR against an unidentified driver for running over a sleeping stray dog on Ajwa Road. Animal activist Nirav Sheth's complaint led to a police search. Read about the incident and legal action.
A Ranip resident faces charges under BNS and animal cruelty laws after CCTV captured his car killing a sleeping puppy. The incident, discovered by an 11-year-old girl, has sparked outrage.
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.
Illegal bullfights have resurfaced in South Goa's Benaulim, raising safety & cruelty concerns. Police are identifying organisers after viral videos. This follows a spectator's death in Sep 2025.
A stray dog was found dead and hanging from a billboard in Ahmedabad's Adalaj. Police have filed a case of animal cruelty and are investigating security guards. Read the full report.
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.
Discover how ants, wolves, and chimpanzees enforce social rules. From worker policing to collective punishment, see nature's justice system in action.
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.
Hanumangarh police raided an illegal cockfight & gambling ring on New Year's Eve, arresting 10. Organiser Barkat Ali fled. Read the full story for details on the crackdown.
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.
Four dogs starved to death after 30 foreign breeds were abandoned in a locked house in Tirunelveli. Activists found survivors feeding on carcasses. Read the shocking details of this animal cruelty case.
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.