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Ara derailment: Warning ignored, rules bypassed? Railway Board had flagged the issue 2 weeks earlier, yet officials deployed crew without proper route learning

Ara derailment: The loco pilot of the Delhi-bound Sikkim Mahananda Express, which derailed at Bihar’s Ara Junction on September 7, had reportedly not completed the required route learning, according to railway records. The preliminary investigation found that the crew initially overshot a red signal before reversing the train, during which…

The Economic Times · 4h ago

Nitin Gadkari's ethanol challenge: 'Show me one damaged vehicle'; minister hits back at claims over blended petrol & reveals what farmers gained

Nitin Gadkari defended the Centre's ethanol-blending programme at the Bihar Investor Summit 2026, rejecting claims that ethanol-blended petrol damages vehicles. He said millions of vehicles have been running on blended fuel since 2022 and highlighted the policy's potential to reduce fuel imports while creating additional income opportunities for farmers through…

The Economic Times · 7h ago

Why Is Jitiya Vrat Called a Mother’s Toughest Fast?

Even giving up water for the sake of one’s child seems like something out of the world; however, it is precisely because of such stringent conditions that make Jivitputrika Vrat, also called Jitiya Vrat, one of the most challenging fasts. Jitiya is scheduled to fall on October 3, Saturday, in…

MyLifeXP · 8h ago

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Weather Today, October 2: Rain, thunderstorms likely in several states; check Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and other cities

Weather Today: Today, various regions across India will be affected by rain, thunderstorms, and lightning, appearing as a stark contrast to the clear and dry weather found in places like Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, areas such as Bihar, Chandigarh, and Haryana are expected to remain…

The Economic Times · 11h ago

MLC polls: JD(U)'s Anant Singh raises eyebrows by accompanying Jan Suraaj candidate for nomination

JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh revolted against his own party while accompanying Jan Suraaj Party candidate Anuj Singh during the filing of nomination papers for the Bihar legislative council elections. He made his intent to ensure the defeat of JD(U) MLC Neeraj Kumar, who is seeking re-election from the Patna…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

Weather today October 1: IMD predicts rain in several states, heavy showers likely, check latest updates

India weather forecast for October 1: Several states are likely to see rain during the first week of October, with the northeast, east, west and south peninsular regions facing repeated spells. Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and strong surface winds are also forecast in parts of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

East Champaran Floods: Gandak river swells to record high, breaches embankments in Bihar

Recent heavy rainfall in Nepal has resulted in the Gandak river swelling to record levels in Bihar. The overflow has damaged embankments and prompted significant flooding in multiple villages. Local authorities have deployed teams to repair the damage and assist affected communities. Transport services have been disrupted, and arrangements for…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

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Weather Today, September 30: Rain and thunderstorms in several parts of India; Check IMD weather update for Delhi-NCR, UP, Bihar, MP, Bangalore, Rajasthan and other states

Weather Today September 30: India will showcase a diverse array of weather conditions across various regions. Madhya Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh are predicted to receive rainfall and thunderstorms, whereas Delhi-NCR can expect a predominantly dry atmosphere. Meanwhile, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh might experience partly cloudy skies with a chance of…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Banwarilal Chandiwala takes silver shopping beyond Bihar, from malls to wheels

Banwarilal Chandiwala is expanding beyond Bihar through an all-India franchise model, with three franchises finalised, while its Jewellery on Wheels mobile showroom brings its silver retail offering to customers in Patna and supports wider expansion.

The Economic Times · Sep 29

10 Sacred Places in India Where Spiritual Energy Is Said to Be Felt Most Deeply

Varanasi, Uttar PradeshThe oldest continuously inhabited city on earth doesn't ease you in. The moment you step onto the ghats at dawn, the Ganga is already doing something, smoke rising from the Manikarnika cremation ground, priests chanting the Ganga Aarti, boatmen moving through mist without hurry. Varanasi is where Hindus…

Times Life · Sep 29

BJP announces candidates for four seats in Bihar legislative council polls

BJP has announced its candidates for four legislative council seats in Bihar ahead of elections. Three current MLCs will seek re-election from their respective constituencies following the party's announcement. The JD(U) has already declared candidates for the other four constituencies, while the RJD has named candidates for six seats. Elections…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Samrat Choudhary holds talks with LPU founder for safety of Bihar students amid campus violence in Punjab

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary spoke to LPU founder Ashok Mittal regarding student safety during campus unrest. Students reportedly vandalized property and blocked a highway over a serious allegation against an outsider. Classes at LPU have been suspended for ten days while midterm examinations are postponed indefinitely. Students are permitted…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Pind Daan at Gaya During Pitru Paksha: What the Ritual Involves and What Families Should Expect

Why Gaya and Why These Sixteen DaysGaya in Bihar holds a specific place in Hindu scripture that no other tirtha quite matches for ancestral rites. The Garuda Purana and the Vayu Purana both name Gaya as the site where performing shraddha, offerings to the dead, carries multiplied merit. The belief…

Times Life · Sep 28

ITC expands dairy play in East India, bets on branded milk

ITC is enhancing its Aashirvaad dairy brand in Eastern India to leverage growing market demand. The company aims to convert households from loose to packaged dairy products, especially curd and paneer. ITC's current operations cover Bihar, West Bengal, and Jharkhand with several processing plants.

The Economic Times · Sep 27

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The Economic Times · Sep 26

RJD stages protest in Ranchi, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

RJD workers staged a protest at Ranchi's Albert Ekka Chowk, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protest arose from accusations of unfair electoral advantages given to BJP through manipulated electoral rolls. RJD leaders claimed that around 65 lakh names in Bihar and 27 lakh names in…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Bihar meets Bombay: Tej Pratap and Shehzad Poonawalla's unexpected reality TV alliance

Tej Pratap Yadav and Shehzad Poonawalla are contestants on the new season of Rise & Fall. The show is hosted by former cricketer Virender Sehwag and features a Rulers-versus-Workers format. Both participants have expressed their intentions for entertainment and friendly competition. Tej Pratap previously faced controversies leading to his six-year…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Bihar MLC polls: Jan Suraaj Party changes candidate for Tirhut Teachers' seat

Jan Suraaj Party has named Shyam Nandan Yadav as their candidate for the Tirhut Teachers' constituency. Yadav, who is well-known among teachers, replaced Bhushan Jha after concerns were raised. The party maintains that candidate selection is made transparently and democratically.

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Voter list row: 3.27 crore new electors aged 18-28 added since June 2025; EC explains new declaration rule for Form 6

Election Commission has said that 3.27 crore new electors aged 18-28 have been added to electoral rolls across India since June 24, 2025, amid a controversy over a new declaration requirement for first-time voters. The declaration, introduced through instructions during Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR), requires applicants using Form 6…

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The Economic Times · Sep 25

Gujarat, Rajasthan, UP, Bihar passengers, take note: New Amrit Bharat Express to cover 2,532 km; Bhuj-Barauni train gets 20+ stoppages. Check full details

Railways has approved a new tri-weekly Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express covering 2,532 km across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, with services to begin on a date to be announced. The Railway Ministry has also approved the extension of the Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi-Agra Cantt Express to Mathura, increasing its route…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

SIR Row: Youth Congress marches to Jantar Mantar as protests intensify; water cannons used in Bihar, Punjab

Indian Youth Congress protested in New Delhi demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protests against Kumar were reported across various states including Bihar, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh. Demonstrators voiced concerns regarding the handling of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Tejashwi Yadav says EC reduced to tool for undermining democracy

Tejashwi Yadav accused the Election Commission of excluding eligible voters as they undermined democracy. He demanded the cancellation of recent elections in five states, including Bihar. The criticism follows formal objections raised by two Election Commissioners about the poll panel's decisions. Union minister Chirag Paswan stated that the Election Commission…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Not just Jamui, another Class 10 girl molested in Bihar's Samastipur; viral video leads to arrest of 4

Samastipur viral video: A Class X girl in Samastipur was allegedly harassed and molested by four men in public. This incident followed another case in Jamui where a girl faced similar harassment after coaching classes. Both occurrences involved groups of youths approaching the girls and recording their actions on mobile…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Bengaluru-based startup founder says he stopped recruiting men from Bihar, UP, Rajasthan, MP; netizens divided over reason

A Bengaluru entrepreneur has announced a hiring restriction covering male candidates from Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, citing an alleged incident involving a former employee. Karthik SG said the employee had been dismissed after warnings over alleged abusive conduct towards female staff. The announcement drew mixed online responses,…

Times Life · Sep 23

India's Freshwater Turtles Are Natural River Cleanup Crew, and They're Disappearing Fast

The biology behind the cleanupIndia has 29 species of freshwater turtles, and several of them are obligate scavengers, meaning their digestive systems are specifically adapted to break down decomposing flesh and organic matter that other animals avoid. The Indian softshell turtle (Nilssonia gangetica) and the Indian flapshell turtle (Lissemys punctata)…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Weather today September 23: IMD issues red alert; check which states are likely to see heavy rain

IMD has issued an extreme rain warning for Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Telangana and Chhattisgarh as a Deep Depression over the Bay of Bengal moves towards the coast. Several other states, including West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Vidarbha, are also likely to receive heavy to very heavy rain. Check the state-wise…

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