India's ruling BJP lost a three-decade-held byelection seat in Patna to Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party following nationwide student protests over exam paper leaks and youth unemployment.
A major fire, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, erupted at the Judicial Magistrate First Class office in Patna's Court Complex, destroying important case files and legal records. No injuries were reported as the office was empty, but hearings for the day were postponed.
Visakhapatnam is set to build over 6GW of AI data centre capacity by 2030, backed by investments exceeding Rs 6 lakh crore from companies like Google and Reliance. The project includes new subsea cable connections to global data networks and state policies for renewable energy and water management, aiming to transform the city into a digital hub despite environmental concerns.
PM Narendra Modi lauded former Odisha CM Biju Patnaik's pivotal role in Indonesia's 1947 independence movement, highlighting his daring evacuation of Indonesian leaders. Modi spoke during his visit to Jakarta, emphasizing the historic ties between India and Indonesia.
The Indian Navy will commission the indigenous stealth frigate Mahendragiri (F38) in Visakhapatnam, marking a milestone in India's warship design and construction capabilities. Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, it features advanced indigenous weapons and sensors, including BrahMos and Barak-8 missiles, and embodies the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Visakhapatnam is rapidly becoming India's AI infrastructure hub, attracting significant investments from tech giants like Google and Reliance. Its strategic coastal location, clean energy potential, and industrial capabilities make it ideal for data centers and subsea cables, boosting India's digital resilience and AI capabilities.
A Patna court has extended interim protection from arrest for educator Faisal Khan, known as Khan Sir, until June 30. The case involves a firing incident at his coaching institute, where his security guards allegedly opened fire. Khan Sir was named in an FIR following the incident.
A Patna court has extended educator Faisal Khan, known as Khan Sir, protection from arrest until June 30 in connection with a firing incident at his coaching institute. The incident occurred after alleged vandalism, with his security guards accused of firing shots. Khan Sir, named in the FIR, is cooperating with the investigation.
Patna High Court rules that a buyer who fails to perform obligations under a property sale agreement is entitled only to a reduced refund, deducting 10% as per the contract, and not to specific performance or full refund with compensation.
Vijendra Nath Tiwari, elder brother of actor Pankaj Tripathi, was seriously injured in an axe attack in Belsand village, Gopalganj district, Bihar. The incident, reportedly linked to a land dispute, occurred on Sunday evening. Tiwari was attacked outside his home and is undergoing treatment at PMCH. One suspect has been arrested.
Bijendra Nath Tiwari, brother of Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi, was critically injured in a sharp-weapon attack in Bihar's Belsand village. The attack is linked to a long-standing feud, and Tiwari has been admitted to a Patna hospital for advanced treatment. Police have formed a special team to apprehend the accused.
The Patna High Court has ordered an FIR against SHO Kamal Nayan Pandey for allegedly beating a man, Manish Kumar, and breaking his legs due to his caste. Police initially refused to register a case, but the court, citing X-ray evidence and the victim's fear, directed immediate registration and investigation by the CID.
India's government has approved seven new high-speed rail corridors, aiming to significantly reduce travel times between major cities. Projects include routes like Mumbai-Ahmedabad in under 2 hours and Bengaluru-Chennai in 73 minutes, part of a broader railway expansion plan.
A 27-year-old IT professional, P Radha Gayatri, was found dead in a homestay near Mussoorie. Her father, a retired army man, stated he does not suspect foul play, despite police finding empty liquor bottles and bloodstains in the room. The postmortem report is awaited.
An IT professional, P Radha Gayatri, 27, was found dead in a homestay near Mussoorie. Her father, a retired army man, stated he does not suspect foul play, though police await the postmortem report. The deceased checked in with her husband, Soumya Sricharan.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will lead a nationwide campaign of town hall discussions starting in Kota on June 17, addressing issues like NEET paper leaks and youth unemployment. The initiative aims to unite students and affected youth to demand accountability for examination failures.
An Indian sailor, Patnala Suresh, was killed in a US strike near the Gulf of Oman. His wife, Bhargavi, recalls his last words promising a safe return. The strike targeted the MT Settebello, which the US claims was carrying Iranian oil and ignored warnings, a claim disputed by the vessel's managers. India has protested the attack and is working to repatriate the bodies of Suresh and two other Indian sailors killed.
Faisal Khan's (Khan Sir) coaching institute in Patna was vandalized and pelted with stones by individuals allegedly from a rival institute. Police are investigating the incident, which Khan Sir claims involved property damage, assault on his guard, and gunshots.
A security guard was injured in a firing incident outside Khan Sir's coaching institute in Patna. Police are investigating, with Khan Sir alleging a conspiracy by a rival coaching center due to his institute's popularity and low fees.
A security guard was injured and hospitalized after shots were fired outside Khan Sir's coaching institute in Patna, India. Authorities suspect a rivalry between coaching institute operators is the motive.
Patna police suspended two SHOs after a video showed gang supporters frisking officers before they could enter a house. The incident followed a clash where a criminal allegedly shot at a local leader, a supporter of MLA Anant Singh.
Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai, Sikkim's first woman High Court judge, has been recommended by the Supreme Court collegium to be the next Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, succeeding the retiring incumbent.
A tragic accident on the IIT-Patna campus claimed the life of 21-year-old BTech student Sadasivuni Harshith Patnaik. While retrieving a cricket ball, he was electrocuted by a live electric pole. Harshith, a dual degree student at IIM Bombay, had returned to attend his batchmates' farewell. The institute expressed deep sorrow and is investigating the incident.
An IndiGo flight from Kolkata to Patna made an emergency landing in Lucknow due to adverse weather conditions in Patna. The aircraft, carrying 180 passengers and six crew members, was diverted after being unable to receive landing clearance. The flight later departed for Patna once the weather improved.
