Sonu Kumar

In a remarkable display of democratic engagement, Bihar's Ara-Buxar constituency saw an astounding voter turnout topping 97% during the recent legislative council by-election. Polling proceeded smoothly across 25 booths, marred only by a brief scuffle involving an RJD candidate at one Ara center. Comprehensive measures were implemented to guarantee a transparent and unbiased election, including live webcasting at every site.

In a notable turn of events, RJD's Sonu Kumar Rai has emerged victorious in the Ara-Buxar legislative council by-election, overcoming JD(U)'s Kanhaiya Prasad by a margin exceeding 350 votes. This triumph was met with jubilation from INDIA bloc supporters and enhances RJD's presence in the council to 16 members, marking a significant morale boost for the opposition coalition.

A crucial Bihar legislative council byelection for the Ara-Buxar local authorities constituency is set for Tuesday, with over 6,000 local representatives voting. The main contest is between the INDIA bloc's RJD candidate and the NDA's JD(U) candidate. However, a JD(U) rebel's independent run could significantly impact the outcome, potentially creating a triangular fight.

A dark cloud loomed over Nalanda district as a 50-year-old man lost his life in a brutal attack driven by a land dispute in Noorsarai. The day did not end there; clashes erupted in Ongaridham and Sare, resulting in additional fatalities and injuries.

Bihar's administration is ramping up its battle against crime, showcasing a robust approach with multiple police encounters. Over the last two weeks, four incidents have led to two fatalities and two individuals injured. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has called for decisive measures against offenders, especially in sensitive cases involving young women, reinforcing the commitment to prompt justice.

A Koderma court has sentenced five individuals to prison for brown sugar possession and sale. Shivam Singh and Satyanand Singh received two years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 20,000 fine each. Arman Warsi, Sonu Kumar, and Suraj Kumar were sentenced to six months rigorous imprisonment and fined Rs 10,000 each.

In a surprising turn of events, two officials from Sikandra in the Jamui district found themselves in hot water as the Special Vigilance Unit swooped in and arrested them for allegedly soliciting a bribe of Rs 50,000.

What was supposed to be a joyful journey to gather loved ones for a wedding on May 7 turned into tragedy on the Ara-Buxar highway. In a heartbreaking incident, two brothers, Ganesh and Munna Paswan, lost their lives when a reckless truck collided with them near Devkuli village.

In a remarkable feat that has brought immense pride to Jharkhand, two district toppers with modest beginnings have shone brightly. Nisha Kumari, the daughter of a security guard and a vegetable vendor, proudly achieved the top score of 97% in Chatra. Meanwhile, Sonu Kumar, raised in the home of an electrician, exceeded expectations with an impressive 97.6% in Bokaro.

The Jharkhand ATS has made a crucial breakthrough in Deoghar by apprehending two men linked to an alleged arms trafficking ring spanning multiple states. During the operation, officials seized a sophisticated US-pistol, a homemade weapon, and seven rounds of ammunition. The apprehended suspects admitted to procuring firearms from Bihar’s Munger and Jamui districts to support their criminal enterprises.

Admission delays push some children past school entry age, widening early learning gaps

In a heart-wrenching incident in Rohtas district, six innocent animals met a tragic end after being left to starve in a sealed home by suspects fleeing a violent land dispute. The horrific events of April 2 saw a fatal shooting, and in the chaos, two cows, two buffaloes, and two goats were abandoned to succumb to hunger and thirst.

In a display of political fervor, the rival alliances NDA and INDIA bloc staged simultaneous rallies in Ara, coinciding with the filing of nominations for the Bhojpur-Buxar legislative council byelection. As Kanhaiya Prasad of the NDA prepares to face off against Sonu Kumar Rai representing the INDIA bloc, supporters gathered in droves.

Chaos ensued in Pasahara village, Buxar, when Suraj Nat, a 27-year-old local, ascended a towering 60-meter electricity pylon amidst a heated argument over finances. Swift action from the authorities, including cutting off power to the line, created a safe environment for negotiations. After an hour of tense discussions, emergency responders successfully coaxed Nat down, preventing a dire situation from escalating.

In a striking turn of events, the 11th suspect linked to the alarming molestation case in Nalanda district, Bihar, has turned himself in to the authorities. Munna Pandey, who had been evading capture, surrendered amid a relentless manhunt by law enforcement.

In a shocking turn of events in Patna's Masaurhi locality, a quarrel over a buffalo resulted in tragedy as 22-year-old Sonu Kumar lost his life to gunfire. The conflict ignited when 70-year-old Vijendra Prasad allegedly claimed ownership of Sonu's buffalo, leading to a violent clash.

Police in Chatra arrested two individuals, Sonu Kumar and Prince Kumar, near Koura sub-health centre with a significant amount of spurious liquor. The operation, based on a tip-off about illegal liquor being transported to Bihar, led to the seizure of multiple brands of IMFL and beer.

In a significant crackdown, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Bihar Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) conducted coordinated raids across six sites in Nalanda, dismantling an extensive interstate network involved in illegal arms trafficking. The action comes on the heels of the December 4th arrest of notorious smuggler Perwez Alam, along with four accomplices.

In a decisive crackdown, Bokaro police swiftly detained three suspects linked to the robbery of a finance company recovery agent. The assailants, riding a motorcycle, targeted the victim, snatching his phone and wallet, and pressured him for his UPI password.

Overspeeding, rash driving likely the cause behind the accidents, say police

In a heart-wrenching incident, Chatra mourns the loss of four vibrant teenagers whose lives were tragically cut short by a reckless SUV driver late Thursday night. Witnesses report that the SUV was moving at an alarming speed, and it allegedly fled the scene after the devastating crash.