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School holiday tomorrow, August 27: State-wise update on closures amid heavy rainfall

School holiday tomorrow, August 27: While the monsoon shows no signs of slowing down, whether schools stay open on August 27 depends on where you live, and the answer isn't as simple as a single announcement. From Uttarakhand's landslide-prone hills to Gurugram's new school bus safety rules, several states are…

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BJP-led Bihar govt weaponising police to evade accountability to students: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi criticized the Bihar government's actions against student protesters. He accused the administration of using police to avoid accountability for exam irregularities. Students are protesting alleged paper leaks and delays in recruitment processes. Protesters clashed with police in Patna, demanding transparency in examinations. The government's response involved lathi-charges and…

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BPSC aspirants clash with police; water cannons used at protestors marching to Raj Bhavan in Patna

Students in Patna protested the 70th BPSC examination, demanding its cancellation. Police used water cannons to disperse the protesting students marching towards Raj Bhavan. Union Minister Chirag Paswan expressed solidarity and will meet the Bihar Chief Minister. Opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav urged administrative engagement and transparency in exams. Public agitations…

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Weather Today (August 26): IMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms and lightning across several states; check state-wise forecast for Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Himachal Pradesh and more

The India Meteorological Department has predicted significant rainfall and thunderstorms across various regions of India. Today's forecast shows isolated heavy to very heavy rains for several states. In Delhi-NCR, light rain is expected from morning to afternoon, while Uttarakhand is bracing for strong downpours. Additionally, Bihar is under a heavy…

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Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy 2025 is the finest in the country: Shreyasi Singh

Bihar's industries minister Shreyasi Singh is working to change the state's negative perception. She detailed policies designed to attract businesses and create jobs. The minister highlighted swift land allotment and production startup times. Singh also spoke about her father's lasting influence and inspiration. She aims to build respect and trust…

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3-yr-old’s rape-murder near Bihar border fuels death penalty debate in Nepal

NEW DELHI: The rape and murder of a three-year-old girl in Nepal’s Bara district, around 25km from Raxaul in Bihar, triggered demands for the death penalty in parliament after days of protests, even as the principal suspect is a 16-year-old boy who, if convicted, would be sentenced under Nepal’s juvenile…

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School holiday tomorrow, August 26: With Eid, Raksha Bandhan and heavy rainfall all in the mix, is your school closed tomorrow? Check here

School holiday tomorrow, August 26: Schools nationwide are set to close for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, with Kerala also observing Onam. Raksha Bandhan follows on August 28 in several northern states. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall across Delhi-NCR, Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar and the Northeast has triggered local, weather-related closures in some districts, though no…

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India's Terai Grasslands Are Vanishing, And Taking Species Found Nowhere Else With Them

A Strip of Land That Shouldn't ExistThe terai is a geographical accident. Where the Himalayan rivers slow down and drop their sediment load onto the plains, they created a belt of waterlogged grasslands, sal forests, and oxbow lakes stretching from Uttarakhand through Bihar and into the lowlands of Nepal. It…

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IndiGo to launch twice-weekly direct flights between Gaya and Bangkok from October 26

IndiGo will launch twice-weekly non-stop flights between Gaya and Bangkok from October 26, connecting Bodh Gaya directly with Thailand’s capital. Operating on Mondays and Thursdays, the service is expected to support Buddhist pilgrimage, tourism and Bihar’s hospitality sector.

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Bihar CM announces Rs 70,000 crore plan for 126-km Marine Drive along Ganga

Addressing the concluding ceremony of the Employment Fair (Rojgar Mela) at Gyan Bhavan near Gandhi Maidan in Patna, Choudhary said the project would also generate employment opportunities and open new avenues in various sectors.

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School Holiday August 24: Are schools closed tomorrow due to heavy rain? Check latest state-wise updates

School Holiday Tomorrow: With the southwest monsoon actively delivering heavy rainfall on August 24, 2026, parents and students are advised to stay alert for any school closure announcements. Particularly in Odisha and Bihar, where significant rain is anticipated, local authorities will assess safety before making decisions. As of now, no…

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Bihar: 5 killed, several injured as bus ploughs into crowd attending cultural programme

Five people died and several were injured when a bus struck a crowd. The incident occurred Friday night during a cultural program along Lauriya Marg. The bus swerved to avoid a truck, leading to the tragic collision. Police have seized both vehicles and are searching for the drivers. The deceased…

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ET World Leaders Forum 2026: A developed India only possible when Bihar is prosperous, Samrat Choudhary says

Bihar's prosperity is essential for India's complete development, according to Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. The state is diversifying its economy beyond agriculture, focusing on industry and technology. Plans include expanding airport infrastructure and developing a Ganga-facing industrial corridor. Bihar aims to quadruple its economy within the next four years. Improvements…

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Tata Power launches ‘Ghar Ghar Solar’ in Bihar, targets 5 lakh homes in 3 years

Tata Power Renewable Energy launched its 'Har Ghar Solar' initiative in Bihar on Thursday. This program aims to facilitate rooftop solar adoption in five lakh homes over three years. The initiative is backed by the state government and offers significant combined subsidies. Awareness and affordability are key drivers for solar…

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Cabinet clears Rs 13,041 crore rail & road projects; Howrah-Chennai line to be quadrupled

The Union Cabinet approved five infrastructure projects totaling Rs 13,041 crore. Four railway projects will enhance capacity on key eastern and southern routes. These upgrades aim to boost freight movement and passenger train operations significantly. A new highway project in Bihar will improve connectivity to the Nepal border. These developments…

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Vintage Indian Clothing and Textiles That Are Quietly Becoming Seriously Collectible

Banarasi Silk Sarees (Pre-1980s)The benchmark for vintage Indian textile value is a pre-1980s Banarasi silk saree woven with real zari, the kind that contains actual silver or gold wire, not the polyester metallic thread that replaced it in mass production after the 1980s handloom decline. Auction houses in Mumbai and…

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BPSC TRE 4.0 recruitment 2026: 32,388 teacher posts, apply from September 1; Check eligibility, dates, selection process and salary

The Bihar Public Service Commission has revealed plans for teacher recruitment, offering 32,388 vacancies. Applications for the TRE-4.0 will begin on September 1, 2026. Applicants must adhere to specific educational qualifications and age limits for each role. The selection process includes written exams followed by interviews. Successful candidates will enjoy…

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Suspended cop fired AK-47 after being surrounded by protesters: Bihar govt tells SC

The Bihar government has told the Supreme Court that a constable deployed during student protests in Siwan opened fire from an AK-47 only after he was surrounded by protesters, claiming that he fired four rounds into the air and that no protester was injured in the firing. The constable, Abhishek…

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Bihar police arrests three men for renting out their accounts for up to Rs 5,000 to cyberfraudsters helping them commit Rs 25 crore fraud

Three men were apprehended in Patna for reportedly offering their bank accounts for rent, aiding an interstate cybercrime group’s money laundering efforts. An estimated twenty-five crore rupees transacted through these accounts, with two of the suspects identified as Rapido bike-taxi operators. The police continue to probe the extensive network connected…

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Why 4 in 10 Indian children go to private schools

Four in 10 Indian schoolchildren were enrolled in private unaided schools in 2025-26, up from 35.4 percent in 2018-19, according to Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE+) data.

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Bihar temple stampede: At least seven killed, several injured in incident at Ashokdham Temple

Bihar Ashok Dham Temple Stampede: Seven people died and others were injured in a stampede at Ashokdham Temple in Bihar. An unprecedented surge of devotees caused the deadly incident after two trains arrived. The physical pressure of the gathering led to barricading failure and people falling. Injured individuals were shifted…

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Weather Tomorrow August 17: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 17: The Meteorological Department has released a new weather alert for Monday, August 17. Expect heavy rain and thunderstorms in Delhi and Punjab, while Gujarat and Bihar are warned of intense showers alongside lightning strikes. In Himachal Pradesh, light to moderate rain is likely, with localized heavy…

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Congress should apologise for insulting Vande Mataram on Independence Day: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Congress party of disrespecting the national song 'Vande Mataram'. He demanded an apology from party leader Sonia Gandhi for stopping the song midway. Shah also highlighted former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's contributions to India's development. He mentioned Vajpayee's role in making India…

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Tejashwi Yadav doing part-time politics in Bihar: JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha

JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha criticised Tejashwi Yadav's proposed march. Jha stated Yadav engages in part-time politics in Bihar. Yadav announced RJD's march to Lok Bhavan over a police incident. Action was taken against the policeman involved in the protest. Jha suggested Yadav address student protests in Ranchi instead.

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India and Nepal Are Building the World's Largest Transboundary Tiger Conservation Zone in the Terai

What the Terai Arc Actually IsThe Terai Arc Landscape is a 49,000-square-kilometre belt of grassland, riverine forest, and sal woodland running along the base of the Himalayas, from India's Uttarakhand in the west through Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, crossing into Nepal's lowland Terai districts and back. It holds eleven protected…

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