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Why hasn't Bihar been granted special category status, Congress asks PM

Why hasn't Bihar been granted special category status, Congress asks PM

The Congress party has questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his unfulfilled promise to grant Special Category Status to Bihar. Jairam Ramesh raised concerns about Bihar’s poverty levels and the unimplemented financial packages, demanding answers from the government.

15 November,2024 01:18 PM IST | Mumbai
Actress Akshara Singh receives death threat, caller demands Rs 50 lakh

Actress Akshara Singh receives death threat, caller demands Rs 50 lakh

Akshara Singh filed a written complaint with the Danapur police station on Wednesday, the police said

13 November,2024 04:48 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondent
Is caste census divisive? Congress presses PM with critical questions

Is caste census divisive? Congress presses PM with critical questions

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh challenges Prime Minister Modi on Bihar development projects, reservation policies, and the caste census ahead of his visit to Darbhanga, raising concerns about delayed projects and unfulfilled promises for the state’s people.

13 November,2024 11:08 AM IST | New Delhi
PM Modi to visit Bihar on Wednesday, inaugurate projects worth Rs 12,100 crore

PM Modi to visit Bihar on Wednesday, inaugurate projects worth Rs 12,100 crore

In a major boost to the region's health infrastructure, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Darbhanga, worth more than Rs 1,260 crore

12 November,2024 10:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Coordination gap between two pointsmen caused one's death in Bihar: Rail probe

Coordination gap between two pointsmen caused one's death in Bihar: Rail probe

A clip of the body stuck between the buffers has become widely circulated on social media. A pointsman's job is to detach train engines from coaches

11 November,2024 05:25 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Anushka Sharma shares pic from Juhu beach on Chhath puja

Anushka Sharma shares pic from Juhu beach on Chhath puja

Anushka Sharma took to her social media handle to wish people on the occasion of Chhath puja. She shared visuals of people celebrating the festival at Juhu beach

07 November,2024 07:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Chhath Puja 2024: Rajesh Kumar reflects on family traditions

Chhath Puja 2024: Rajesh Kumar reflects on family traditions

For Rajesh, Chhath represents a powerful reminder of simplicity and purity. He says sometimes, doing nothing becomes special, there’s something unique about Chhath—a quiet reverence where everything becomes clean and pure. This festival, to Rajesh, is about joy and gratitude for nature’s gifts

07 November,2024 04:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mortal remains of folk icon Sharda Sinha arrive in Delhi; last rites in Patna

Mortal remains of folk icon Sharda Sinha arrive in Delhi; last rites in Patna

The mortal remains of the celebrated folk singer Sharda Sinha, known as the 'Bihar Kokila,' reached Delhi early Wednesday. The singer's last rites will be held in Patna, where her contributions to Bhojpuri and Maithili folk music will be honoured. Leaders, including PM Modi, have expressed condolences on her passing.

06 November,2024 08:53 AM IST | Patna
Five drown in Bihar in separate incidents

Five drown in Bihar in separate incidents

In Patna’s Maner block, a tragic incident occurred when Neetu Devi, a 38-year-old woman, drowned in the Ganga River

06 November,2024 08:44 AM IST | Patna | IANS
Chhath Puja 2024: What is Chhath Puja, know all about it

Chhath Puja 2024: What is Chhath Puja, know all about it

The Sun God or Surya Dev, is worshipped during the Chhath Puja to promote well-being, prosperity and progress of one’s family. The Sun God is the god of energy and life-force

05 November,2024 02:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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