Magadh division witnessed surprisingly high voter turnout, especially in keenly contested seats like Belaganj and Barachatti, despite lackluster campaigning. Observers suggest this surge, particularly in Muslim and Dalit-majority areas, might be linked to Mahagatbandhan’s social media outreach, creating fears of disenfranchisement and loss of benefits among these communities.
Arunachal Pradesh authorities have suspended four senior officials and recommended action against the East Kameng deputy commissioner following a probe into land compensation irregularities for the Lada-Sarli Frontier Highway section. An interim report revealed payments for non-existent assets and inflated valuations, prompting swift action against those involved in the survey and assessment process.
As vote counting for assembly polls nears, Madhubani buzzes with political speculation at local ‘addas’. Despite exit polls favoring the NDA, unfiltered chatter at tea stalls dissects caste, inflation, and job anxieties, reflecting the district’s vibrant, unofficial war rooms.
Patna hospitals are seeing a nearly 30% surge in patients with flu-like symptoms, including cough, cold, and fever. Health experts attribute this rise to changing weather patterns and increased environmental pollutants. They emphasize symptomatic treatment and caution against unnecessary antibiotic use, advising lukewarm water and vitamin C for prevention.
The Orissa high court has annulled the main written examination for assistant section officers (ASO) recruitment, held in July, due to serious doubts about the agency’s conduct. This decision follows the arrest of a private company owner allegedly involved in the SI recruitment exam scam. The examination will be re-conducted on December 7 for the…
Flower vendors in Patna are experiencing a significant surge in sales as counting day approaches, with political parties and supporters placing bulk orders for garlands and bouquets to celebrate anticipated victories. This has transformed the seasonal trade into a round-the-clock operation, with sales doubling and tripling for many florists.
Bihar’s historic highest-ever voter turnout in the second phase has sparked debate among experts. While some attribute it to Gen Z’s frustration over job scarcity, others point to pro-government sentiment fueled by welfare schemes for women and the impact of the SIR voter list revision panic.
Philadelphia Eagles star receiver A.J. Brown expressed frustration on Twitch after another quiet game, airing his grievances about the offense’s inability to get him the ball. His public discontent highlights deeper issues within the team’s passing game and play-calling, raising concerns about his future engagement and the Eagles’ offensive stability.
Bigg Boss 19 saw an emotional eviction as YouTuber Mridul Tiwari was eliminated after receiving fewer audience votes. His close friend Gaurav Khanna was inconsolable, blaming himself for Mridul’s exit. The captaincy task, judged by a live audience, led to this mid-week elimination, leaving housemates in tears.
Chhavi Ranjan, an IAS officer, has had her suspension lifted. This follows her securing bail in the Ranchi land scam case. The Directorate of Enforcement had arrested Ranjan in May 2023. She was released from jail after the Supreme Court granted her bail in October. The state government has officially announced the revocation of her…
