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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…

The Economic Times

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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September 2026 holiday list: Which days will banks, schools and offices be closed?

September 2026 brings several holidays for banks, schools, government offices and, in some cases, corporate workplaces across India. Key dates include Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, Vishwakarma Puja, Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi and Anant Chaturdashi. Holiday schedules will differ by state, department, school and company, so employees, students and customers should check…

The Economic Times

School holiday tomorrow, September 1, 2026: Check state-wise holiday status amid heavy rain

School holiday tomorrow, September 1: Students and parents are checking whether schools will remain closed as heavy rainfall continues to affect several parts of India. Satna has already announced a school closure, while Uttarakhand and other rain-affected regions are relying on district-level decisions. The IMD has warned of heavy to…

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Weather update tomorrow: IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rain in 8 states on August 31

On Monday, eight states in India are set to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, with other areas also bracing for substantial rainfall and thunderstorms. The west coast and southern parts of the country will witness widespread precipitation. This robust monsoon activity is projected to persist throughout the first week…

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Samay Raina's India's Got Latent courts controversy again, this time over jokes on Biharis, Kashmiri Pandits

Comedian Samay Raina is facing criticism for remarks made about people from Bihar and Kashmiri Pandits. Clips of the exchange from India's Got Latent, Season 2, circulated widely on social media. BJP MLA Ram Kadam condemned the statements, calling them attention-seeking and disrespectful. Reactions from the Kashmiri Pandit community were…

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Bihar govt to replace term 'fail' with 'eligible for skill training' in marksheets of Class 10, 12

The Bihar government has made a progressive move by removing the word 'fail' from the marksheets of Class 10 and 12 students, replacing it with 'eligible for skill training.' This transformation not only supports vocational education through BBOSE but also ensures that students who struggle receive one month of focused…

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Bihar braces for floods as Nepal rains push rivers above danger mark

Bihar faces significant flood threats as river water levels continue to rise. Heavy rainfall and flash floods in Nepal have caused major rivers to swell. Authorities have opened barrage gates and are monitoring river embankments closely. People are being moved from low-lying areas to safer locations. Disaster response teams are…

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Bihar govt accepts key demands, teacher aspirants call off 10-day hunger strike

Bihar government will conduct the Teacher Recruitment Examination in a single phase. The preliminary and mains stages have been scrapped, and "One Candidate, One Result" is accepted. A special committee will review examination reforms and hear student grievances. The government also established a "Student Assistance Portal" for quick complaint redressal.…

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How Mauritius Kept Bhojpuri Alive: The Indian Diaspora's Homeland Rebuilt Across an Ocean

The Language That Outlived Its OriginYou hear it at the market in Port Louis before you see the stall. A woman bargaining over bitter gourd, her cadence rising and falling in Bhojpuri, not the clipped, television-inflected version that survives in pockets of eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, but something older,…

Times Life

Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary announces setting up of women-only university

Bihar will soon establish an all-women university for higher education and research. The state government is also disbursing funds to empower women through various employment schemes. JEEViKA Didis will receive solar panels and assist in deaddiction campaigns. Financial aid will support nearly one thousand female students pursuing PhD studies.

The Economic Times

Bihar CM Samrat Chaudhary agrees to single-phase teachers' recruitment exam amid protests

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced the teachers' recruitment exam will be held in one phase. This decision addresses a key demand from protesting job aspirants seeking a transparent process. The government has also established an expert committee for examination reforms. This panel will recommend improvements and hear student grievances…

The Economic Times

Bihar becomes first state to have 50 lakh ‘Lakhpati Didis’, says CM Samrat Choudhary

Bihar has become the first state to achieve 50 lakh Lakhpati Didis. Financial aid reached 1.81 crore women, supporting income-generating activities. Many women utilized funds for animal husbandry and agriculture ventures. Livelihood programs also helped three lakh Jeevika Didis earn over two lakh rupees. The government will now track women…

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Kajari Teej 2026 Full Guide: Date, Puja Vidhi, Significance and Vrat Katha

When the monsoon brings fresh greenery and cooler days, the cooler days bring festive seasons also across many parts of India. One of the festivals women wait for is Kajrari Teej. Kajrari Teej is also called Kajli Teej, Badi Teej, or Satudi Teej in different regions of India. This festival…

The Economic Times

Schools closed tomorrow, August 28? Check state-wise Raksha Bandhan, rain holiday list

Schools holiday tomorrow, August 28: Raksha Bandhan 2026 falls on Friday, August 28, with schools in several states set to observe a holiday. Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Uttarakhand are expected to remain closed, while Jharkhand has restored its holiday. Schools in several southern and northeastern…

The Economic Times

Forget property disputes, Bihar police orders DNA test to settle who owns a buffalo

Bihar police have ordered a DNA test on a buffalo in Gaya after two villagers claimed ownership of the same animal. The test will compare the buffalo’s DNA with its living mother to help establish the rightful owner. The unusual dispute has also led to an FIR under the SC/ST…

The Economic Times

NDRF says no impact of Nepal flash floods in UP, Bihar till now; continuous vigil on

No adverse impact from Nepal flash floods has been observed in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The National Disaster Response Force is continuously monitoring the border areas and coordinating with state governments. Twenty NDRF teams are deployed on the ground for potential relief and rescue operations. India has already sent humanitarian…

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Day after Nepal floods, water level of swollen Gandak river in Bihar receding: Officials

The Gandak river's water level is showing a receding trend after flash floods in Nepal. Discharge from the Gandak Barrage at Valmikinagar has also declined with the river system. Bihar was on high alert after floodwaters entered the Gandak river and reached the barrage. The Ganga river's water level is…

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Nepal Flash Flood latest news updates: Death toll climbs to 270, with over 1200 missing; India on alert

Nepal Flash Flood News Updates: At least 270 people have died and more than 1200 are reported missing after a glacial collapse triggered flash floods and mudslides along the Nepal-China border. Nepal has recovered 270 bodies, while Tibet reported three deaths. India placed Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on alert as…

Times Life

India's Indian Softshell Turtle Is One of the Most Endangered Freshwater Reptiles in Its Own Rivers

A Reptile Built for Rivers, Stranded by ThemThe Indian softshell turtle, Nilssonia gangetica, can grow to over 70 centimetres and weigh close to 25 kilograms. Its shell is not the hard dome most people picture. It is a flattened, leathery pad, cartilaginous rather than bony, that lets the animal slip…

The Economic Times

Weather today, August 27: Will monsoon intensify in UP, Bihar? Check state-wise forecast

The India Meteorological Department has forecast widespread rain, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds across several parts of India from August 26 to September 1. Isolated heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected in multiple states, while parts of the east coast may experience thundersqualls and gusty winds reaching up to…

The Economic Times

NDRF on high alert as Nepal flood threatens Gandak, Commandant Singh says 20 teams deployed across Bihar, UP

The National Disaster Response Force is on high alert after a glacial lake outburst flood occurred. This event near the Tibet-Nepal border has caused water levels to rise in Nepal. The resulting flood wave is expected to travel downstream through the Gandak River. NDRF teams have been deployed in vulnerable…

The Economic Times

Nepal flash floods: Centre closely monitoring situation, Amit Shah speaks to UP, Bihar CMs

Flash floods in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River have caused significant devastation and missing tourists. India's Union Home Minister spoke with state leaders about border area preparedness. The National Disaster Response Force has been placed on high alert in vulnerable regions. Over 100 Indian tourists are among the 384 reported missing in…

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Bihar farmer’s son cracks IIT-JEE at 12, goes from IIT Kanpur to PhD in US and AI research

Satyam Kumar became one of India’s youngest IIT entrants after cracking the IIT-JEE at 12 and securing AIR 670 a year later. The Bihar-born engineer went on to study electrical engineering at IIT Kanpur, work on robotics and research, complete a PhD in the US at 24, intern at Apple…

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