Patna, Feb 24 (IANS) Concerns have been raised about computer education in Bihar’s government schools, with the opposition questioning the state government in the Legislature about the significant shortage of computer teachers. Raising the issue in the Bihar Legislative Assembly, CPI(ML) MLA Sandeep Saurabh stated that the state requires nearly 26,000 computer teachers, while the government has announced vacancies for only 460 posts.He demanded that at least half of the required positions be …
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Patna, Feb 24 (IANS) A tussle has surfaced within the Opposition alliance in Bihar over the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections for five seats, exposing visible cracks among the partners even before candidate names are finalised.On Monday, RJD MLA Bhai Virendra advocated for Hena Shahab as a Grand Alliance candidate for the Rajya SabhaReacting to his statement, Akhtarul Iman, the state president and MLA of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) expressed anger when asked whether the AIMIM…
Patna, Feb 24 (IANS) The Bihar Legislative Assembly witnessed massive chaos on Tuesday over the police lathi charge on Chowkidars and Dafadars.Opposition members accused the Nitish Kumar government of suppressing democratic protests, triggering sharp exchanges between the Treasury Benches and the Opposition.RJD MLA Kumar Sarvjeet alleged that the Bihar government was ruling through force.“A government of sticks and bullets will not work in Bihar,” he said, leading to loud sloganeering by Opp…
New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Leaders across parties have reacted sharply to the National Council of Educational Research and Training’s (NCERT) revised Class 8 Social Science textbook, which states that the Congress accepted the 1947 Partition as “the only way forward”, sparking a fresh debate over how India’s history is taught.Speaking to IANS, senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi accused the Congress of distorting historical realities for decades. “The history of the Congress party is quite t…
Patna, Feb 23 (IANS) After attending the proceedings of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Monday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), accusing the government of pushing Bihar into prolonged poverty and misgovernance despite being in power for over two decades. Tejashwi Yadav said that even after 21 years of NDA rule, Bihar continues to remain among the most backward states in the coun…
Patna, Feb 23 (IANS) The Bihar Legislative Assembly on Monday witnessed a sharp and unusual debate within the ruling alliance over the issue of constructing boundary walls and fencing for temples and monasteries, with a BJP MLA openly questioning his own government’s policy.The matter was raised during Question Hour by former Deputy Chief Minister Tarkishore Prasad, who asked why boundary walls and fencing for temples and monasteries could not be constructed without registration under the Reli…
New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) Opposition leaders in India on Saturday welcomed the decision of the US Supreme Court striking down tariff measures imposed during the tenure of US President Donald Trump, terming the verdict significant for global trade and rule-based economic order.Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Ashok Mittal also referred to fluctuations in tariff levels in recent years.“On August 27, 2025, the US increased the tariff from 25 per cent to 50 per cent. Earlier, under the interim trade deal b…
Patna, Feb 18 (IANS) Nearly a decade after the implementation of complete prohibition in Bihar, the liquor ban has once again come under sharp political scrutiny, with leaders from both the ruling alliance and the opposition questioning its effectiveness amid continued reports of illegal sale, home delivery of alcohol, and repeated arrests. During heated exchanges in the Bihar Assembly, lawmakers debated the failure of enforcement and demanded a comprehensive review of the prohibition policy, wh…
Patna, Feb 17 (IANS) On the 38th death anniversary of Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) National Working President Tejashwi Prasad Yadav said that Karpoori Thakur’s ideas and aspirations must be carried from Bihar to Delhi and reach every household in the country. Addressing a large gathering of party leaders and workers at Patna’s Bapu Auditorium, Tejashwi Yadav said the RJD is carrying forward the legacy of Karpoori Thakur and Lalu Prasad Yadav by strengthening so…
New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) After India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match, political leaders on Monday hailed the Indian team and said the players deserve all the praise for their courageous and determined performance. Leaders said that whenever the Indian team steps onto the field, it plays with courage, determination, and utmost dedication, making the nation proud. Speaking to IANS, JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha said, “We extend our best wishes, especially to …