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Celebrating the legacy of historian Prof Surendra Gopal, Patna Museum hosted the third memorial lecture to honor what would have been his 90th birthday. Keynote speaker Sunita Sharma captivated the audience with insights into the Indian caste system's historical journey. The gathering, which included scholars and notable personalities, underscored the importance of unbiased historical research.

Ram Gopal Varma shared a deeply emotional note on X after watching the Michael Jackson biopic. RGV recalled first seeing 'Thriller' in a Vijayawada video parlour in 1984 and the shock of Jackson's death in 2009. He called the legend "God's special creation" and said he loves and hates him for being human.

In a bold move aimed at enhancing governance, the Bihar government has implemented a sweeping administrative reshuffle, elevating ten IAS officers, including three to the prestigious role of Additional Chief Secretary. Among the notable changes, Deepak Kumar Singh has been appointed as Principal Secretary to the Governor, while Arvind Kumar Choudhary and B Rajender expand their portfolios with new responsibilities.

Police in Patiala recovered the body of 25-year-old Neha, found stuffed inside a blue plastic drum near the DMW Railway Colony. Her family identified her through social media photographs. Two local youths, known drug users often seen with the victim, have been detained for questioning.

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The introduction of Maithili into the CBSE curriculum beginning in the 2026-27 academic year has been celebrated as a transformative step for the preservation of Mithila’s rich cultural legacy. This initiative, in line with the NEP 2020’s emphasis on native languages, enables students to engage with Maithili from Class I through to secondary education.

Madhu Bangarappa orders crackdown on illegal liquor sale

The Supreme Court has assured three academics that harsh remarks against them in a previous order will be deleted. These remarks stemmed from a Class 8 NCERT chapter on judicial corruption. The court clarified its concern was the chapter's content, not the individuals, emphasizing the need for balanced academic discussions on the judiciary while respecting constitutional frameworks.

300 fire alerts in a day; Pauri among worst hit

Padmini Ekadashi, a highly auspicious day dedicated to Lord Vishnu, arrives on May 27, 2026, during the sacred Adhik Maas. This rare occurrence, happening every three years, promises immense blessings of health, wealth, and prosperity for devotees observing the fast. Special puja rituals and mantras are recommended for maximum spiritual benefit.

Bank deposit rates are poised for an increase as certificate of deposit (CD) rates surged in May due to tighter liquidity and higher demand for funds. One-year CD rates jumped to 7.70%, signaling that banks are facing pressure to attract deposits, which could soon translate to higher retail rates.

Nandi reviews development works, calls for ‘reviving’ stalled housing projects