Mithilesh Tiwari

In Patna, a wave of determination surged among teacher aspirants as they gathered to rally for the long-awaited TRE-4 recruitment notification. Thousands took to the streets, their voices echoing demands for the immediate release of an advertisement for 46,595 positions. Despite prior commitments from officials, the promised notification remains frustratingly out of reach, sparking accusations of governmental inaction.

In a bold move, Bihar's cabinet underwent a dramatic expansion as 32 new ministers took their oath, notably including the offspring of former chief ministers. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, this newly formed council strives for inclusivity across caste, community, and regional lines.

Newly sworn-in Bihar ministers have pledged to prioritize transparency and public welfare. Revenue Minister Dilip Kumar Jaiswal aims to clear pending cases and restore public trust. Social Welfare Minister Dr. Shweta Gupta will focus on women, children, and the elderly, while Prohibition Minister Madan Sahani vows to intensify efforts against liquor smuggling and spurious production.

As the clock ticks down to Bihar's Rajya Sabha elections, tensions rise with just 48 hours remaining. The NDA is on a mission to rally its 202 MLAs together, especially with the introduction of a third candidate from the BJP, Upendra Kushwaha.

A Bihar Development Summit 2026, organized by Let's Inspire Bihar in New Delhi, charted a roadmap for the state's economic transformation by 2047. Union Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated the event, attended by over 5,000 people. Key speakers emphasized self-reliance, improved governance, and infrastructure development to create a prosperous Bihar, retaining its youth.

In a bold move to address wildlife challenges, Bihar Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar announced an increase in licensed hunters to 400, complemented by a streamlined application process aimed at combating the troublesome 'ghorparas.

Several legislators from the ruling party raised sharp objections to what they described as widespread corruption in the PM Awas Yojana, alleging systemic bribery and inaccurate beneficiary surveys. In response, Rural Development Minister Shrawan Kumar pledged strict action against any wrongdoing.

Fierce protests by opposition members over police handling of agitating chowkidars and dafadars stalled proceedings in the Bihar Assembly. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar hit back, projecting the NDA as united and accusing rivals of ignoring such issues when they were in power. Ministers promised to examine the protesters’ demands carefully, stressing that demonstrations must remain non-violent.

Big B Amitabh Bachchan and Mauritian high commissioner to India Mukheshwar Chunni would be among the prominent guests.

BJP national general secretary and former Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje Scindia on Friday paid a visit to Gidhaur to mourn for-mer Union minister and Banka MP Digvijay Singh, who died recently in London.

The state BJP is set to observe February 11 as ‘Samarpan Diwas’ (Dedication Day) to pay homage to Bharatiya Jana Sangh leader Deendayal Upadhyaya on his death anniversary.