MS Dhoni Leads Taxpayer List In Jharkhand-Bihar MS Dhoni has emerged as the highest individual taxpayer from the Jharkhand-Bihar region as income tax collection touched around ₹20,000 crore in FY26, officials said. The Income Tax Department’s collection from Jharkhand and Bihar during the 2025–26 financial year marks a strong revenue signal from eastern India, a region often overshadowed by larger metro-driven tax zones. ₹20,00

Today marks a major political shift in Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar prepares to step down, ending his historic tenure as the state’s longest-serving leader. This move opens the door for the BJP to take control of the state for the first time with its own Chief Minister, signaling a significant change in the political landscape. Schedule of Nitish Kumar’s Final Day as CM 10:30 am: Nitish Kumar will pay tribute at the statue of Dr

In a tragic incident in Bihar's Nalanda district, eight women lost their lives in a stampede that occurred at a local temple. The incident took place when thousands of devotees had gathered for a religious event, leading to a massive crowd surge that caused the deadly stampede. The temple, a popular site for pilgrims, became the scene of chaos and panic as people rushed towards the main entrance. Authorities have expressed deep sorrow over the incident and have ordered an immediate probe into

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured all five Rajya Sabha seats in

The Rajya Sabha Elections 2026 are underway today, March 16, 2026, with key battlegrounds in Bihar, Haryana

Pakistan's hockey team will be allowed to compete in next month’s Asia Cup in India, according to a sports ministry source. The Asia Cup, which is scheduled to be held in Rajgir, Bihar, from August 27 to September 7, 2025, will feature multiple nations, and Pakistan will be permitted to participate, as there are no objections to their involvement in a multi-national competition. The source explained that In

In a landmark move with far-reaching political and social implications, the Government of India has announced that caste-based data will be included in the upcoming population census, scheduled for next year. The announcement was made by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during a Cabinet briefing on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in national policy and fulfilling a long-standing demand by opposition parties. The decision to incorporate caste enumeration—a detailed account of vario

In recognition of an extraordinary achievement on the cricket field, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a cash reward of Rs 10 lakh for 14-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Suryavanshi’s breathtaking innings against Gujarat Titans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Monday has left a lasting impression in the history of the T20 format, and his performance has quickly captured national attention. Hailing from Bihar, Vaibhav Suryavanshi showcased immense co

The Indian National Congress is facing mounting internal tension and political challenges as it prepares for the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for later this year. Following poor performances in the Delhi, Maharashtra, and Haryana elections, Congress finds itself in a crucial battle for both political survival and revival in Bihar. For years, the Congress party has largely depended on its alliance partner, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), while playing a secondary role in Bihar politics.

The Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC), Bihar has announced the Bihar Police Constable Recruitment 2025, opening opportunities for 19,838 constable posts in the state police force. The application process will commence on March 18, 2025, and candidates have until April 18, 2025, to submit their applications online via the official CSBC website — csbc.bihar.gov.in.   Vacancy Detai

In the Erode East Assembly bypoll, a voter turnout of 67.97% was recorded, according to a press release from the office of the Information and Public Relations Officer of Erode district. The bypoll was held after the unfortunate demise of MLA and senior Congress leader EVKS Elangovan, necessitating the election. This voting percentage highlights a significant level of engagement from the electorate in the region.   After the polling concluded, all the Electronic Voting M

On Thursday, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched a new mobile application, Hamara Bihar Hamari Sadak, aimed at enabling citizens to report poor road conditions in even the remotest areas of the state. The app was introduced at the Chief Minister's official residence, with Minister for Rural Works Ashok Choudhary and Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena also present for the occasion. The initiative is intended to utilize state-of-the-art technology for better maintenan

Prashant Kishor, the acclaimed political strategist known for his success in shaping electoral victories across India, faced a massive defeat in his home state of Bihar with the debut of his newly formed party, Jan Suraaj. Despite years of experience helping political parties succeed, Kishor’s party made no significant impact in the four constituencies it contested during the recent bypolls in Bihar. Kishor fielded candidates in Ramgarh, Tarari, Belaganj, and Imamganj, but all

Political strategist Prashant Kishor is preparing to formally enter politics with the launch of his new party, the Jan Suraj Party, scheduled for October 2nd. In a bold declaration, Kishor has promised to overturn Bihar’s longstanding liquor ban within one hour of his party assuming power. He has been working on the party's launch for the past two years and is confident in his ability to challenge the dominance of the Janata Dal (United) and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJ