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Bihar parents disguise themselves as beggars, quit jobs, travel across states for months to find sons who vanished without a trace

A viral X post details a Bihar couple's search for their two missing sons. The parents disguised themselves as beggars and traveled across several Indian states. They left their jobs and normal lives to search for the children for months. The elder son was reportedly found in Bikaner, Rajasthan, after…

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Over 43 lakh people affected in 14 districts as flood wreaks havoc in Bihar

Over 43 lakh people are affected by Bihar floods across fourteen districts. Several rivers, including the Ganga, are flowing above their danger levels. Incessant rains and Nepal catchment rainfall caused rivers and streams to overflow. The state has deployed rescue teams and is operating community kitchens for affected citizens. Light…

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The Buddhist Circuit: Sarnath, Kushinagar and Shravasti With Real Timings and Itinerary Tips

Start at Varanasi, Not Bodh GayaMost people building this circuit assume Bodh Gaya in Bihar is the logical starting point. It is the most important site in Buddhism, the place of the Enlightenment, but it is not the most logical entry into the UP leg of the circuit. If you…

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After Bodh Gaya, the Buddha's Pilgrimage Story Lives On in Vaishali and Kesaria, Bihar

The City That Loved Him FirstVaishali loved the Buddha before the world had decided what to make of him. The Licchavis, the republic's ruling clan, whose democratic assembly system scholars still cite as one of antiquity's most organised, followed him in such numbers when he left for the last time…

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Bodh Gaya Travel Guide: The Mahabodhi Temple, Monastery Quarter, and Months Indian Pilgrims Should Avoid

What the Mahabodhi Temple Actually Demands of YouThe Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya is one of the oldest brick structures in the Indian subcontinent, dating to the 5th-6th century CE, and it sits directly over the spot where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. The tree standing there…

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Weather Tomorrow September 10: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Bihar, Odisha and more

Weather Tomorrow: Areas such as Bihar and Odisha are particularly warned of heavy precipitation, while Delhi-NCR and Rajasthan will experience warmer, dry conditions. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand might face scattered rain and thunderstorms across multiple districts.

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Nalanda and Rajgir Travel Guide: Bihar's Ancient Buddhist University Ruins, Best Season and Getting Around

What You Are Actually Going To SeeNalanda's ruins stretch across roughly 14 hectares of excavated monasteries, lecture halls, and stupas, the physical remains of an institution that housed up to 10,000 students at its peak between the 5th and 12th centuries. The site was a functioning university for nearly 700…

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Bihar floods: Over 35 lakh hit by deluge in 14 districts as Ganga crosses its highest flood mark

Bihar floods worsened Tuesday, impacting over 35 lakh people in fourteen districts. The Ganga River at Sultanganj surpassed its highest flood level, causing concern downstream. A boat capsized in Vaishali, resulting in one death and one person missing. Authorities are operating community kitchens and relief camps for affected residents. Rescue…

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Weather Tomorrow September 9: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

A new weather advisory has been released, predicting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in various regions. Bihar and Odisha are set to face considerable downpours accompanied by lightning. Meanwhile, Delhi and Haryana will experience warmer temperatures with a possibility of light rain. In contrast, Rajasthan and Punjab are likely to enjoy…

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Bihar woman travelling without ticket in AC first class caught with 75 litres of liquor, police says father, sister also caught earlier in similar offenses

A 25-year-old woman, Neha Jha, was arrested with her relative Ishan Kumar after railway officials allegedly recovered around 75 litres of foreign liquor from a locked First AC compartment at Samastipur Junction. The police interaction was recorded and later circulated on social media, drawing attention to Jha’s calm demeanour and…

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Prime Group to invest Rs 1,500 crore in Bihar’s real estate over the next four quarters

Prime Group is set to invest a remarkable Rs 1,500 crore into Bihar's real estate market. This funding will support the creation of residential and mixed-use spaces, focusing on a development pipeline of five million square feet. The company is dedicated to expanding its presence in Bihar within the coming…

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Weather Tomorrow September 8: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow September 8: On Tuesday, a new weather alert has been issued by the Meteorological Department. Several regions across the country can expect heavy rain and thunderstorms. While Delhi experiences partly cloudy skies, Haryana will feel the heat. In contrast, Bihar and Odisha are set for cloudy weather with…

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Scorpio on roof: Bihar man finds unusual way to protect SUV from theft before going abroad

A Mahindra Scorpio owner in Bihar has reportedly used a crane to place his SUV on the rooftop of his house before travelling abroad. Videos circulating online show the vehicle being lifted onto the residential building, reportedly as a precaution while the owner is away. The exact location, owner’s identity,…

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Why Hartalika Teej Is So Special in UP and Bihar

Teej is celebrated in different ways across India, but the traditions followed in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have a charm of their own. In many parts of these states, women observe Hartalika Teej rather than Hariyali Teej. The day is marked by devotion to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, along…

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"Bihar to develop around 700 model schools for NEET, JEE preparation": CM Samrat Choudhary

Bihar will develop 700 Saraswati Vidya Niketan model schools for competitive exam preparation. A new Teacher Training University will be established to enhance educator skills across all levels. The state is also creating a modern artificial intelligence ecosystem in collaboration with tech giants. Examination reforms aim for faster results and…

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Why Bihari Women Fast for 24 Hours During Hartalika Teej?

If you have grown up in Bihar, you may have seen women preparing for Teej days in advance. New sarees are bought, mehendi is applied and puja items are kept ready. On the day of Hartalika Teej, many women take their fast very seriously. Some even stay without drinking water…

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Prior consent mandatory for CBI to probe offences involving public servants: Bihar govt

Bihar government mandates prior consent for CBI probes involving state public servants. A new Home Department notification supersedes all previous directives on this matter. The governor has accorded consent for extending CBI powers throughout the state. This consent is for investigating offenses by central government employees and related entities. The…

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Bihar: Flood situation remains grim in Saran as Ganga, Saryu, Gandak rivers' levels rise

Floodwaters inundated several villages in Bihar's Saran district as rivers rose significantly. Normal life was disrupted, and boats became the primary transport in affected areas. Residential areas in Chhapra city and surrounding blocks experienced significant waterlogging. The district administration intensified relief and rescue operations, deploying officials to monitor the situation.…

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JD(U) opposes renewal of Ganga treaty with Bangladesh, cites Bihar's interests

Bihar's JD(U) party opposes renewing the Ganga water treaty with Bangladesh. The party states the agreement conflicts with the state's current interests. Former chief minister Nitish Kumar also previously spoke against the treaty. Concerns of Bihar's people must be considered if the treaty is renewed. A yatra will now engage…

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Centre must bring out white paper on 'financial irregularities' in Ayodhya temple: Prashant Kishor

Prashant Kishor urged the government to release a white paper on Ram Temple financial irregularities. He also questioned the government's claims of high GDP growth rates. Kishor stated that public hardships contradict the official economic growth figures. The Jan Suraaj Party founder emphasized changing mindsets for political reform in Bihar.

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HUDCO shares jump 4% after signing Rs 25,000 crore MoU with Bihar government for infrastructure development

HUDCO shares jumped nearly 4% after the company signed an MoU with the Government of Bihar to provide financial assistance of up to Rs 25,000 crore over five years for industrial infrastructure and land acquisition. The development comes after HUDCO signed another Rs 1 lakh crore MoU with Bihar in…

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Bihar on alert as major rivers swell following heavy rains, all 69 gates of Sone Barrage opened

Heavy rainfall in Bihar has led to swollen river levels in the last day. Notable rivers such as the Kosi and Gandak have surpassed danger thresholds in multiple areas. To control water discharge, authorities have activated all 69 gates of the Sone Barrage. Residents from vulnerable regions are being relocated…

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India warns people to avoid catching ‘unusual’ fish after Nepal flash floods

State authorities say fish may have come into contact with corpses after 1,100 people killed in Himalayan disaster

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Nepal floods bring strange fish to Bihar, govt warns against eating or selling it; consumption may cause vomiting, diarrhoea

Nepal unusual fish found in Bihar: Nepal flood has swept an unusual fish into Bihar’s Gandak basin. The floodwaters from Nepal have prompted the state government to advise residents of West Champaran and Gopalganj not to eat, buy or sell unidentified fish until their safety is confirmed. The consumption of…

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School holiday tomorrow, September 2? Check latest state-wise update

School holiday September 2, 2026: Schools have not been declared closed nationwide due to rain, but students in several states are watching for local orders as the IMD forecasts continued rainfall and thunderstorms. Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, Jharkhand and Odisha are among the regions where…

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