Sujit Kumar

India's unwavering commitment to UN peacekeeping is highlighted as two brave soldiers, Lance Havildar Harbhajan Singh and Naib Subedar Sujit Kumar Pradhan, will be posthumously honored with the Dag Hammarskjold Medal. Major Abhilasha Barak, a pioneering combat helicopter pilot, also receives the Military Gender Advocate of the Year award for her exceptional work.

Odisha's opposition leader Naveen Patnaik voiced grave concern over the state's deteriorating law and order, citing an alleged attack on BJD MLA Ranendra Pratap Swain by BJP-backed individuals. Patnaik warned of precarious citizen safety if public representatives are not secure. The BJP countered, stating the current government acts strictly against lawbreakers, unlike the previous tenure.

In a vibrant celebration, 227 freshly-trained constables from the Bihar Police proudly graduated at the SSB's 65th Battalion in Bagaha. Chief Guest Inspector General Anusuya Ransingh Sahu inspired the new officers to embrace integrity and commitment as they embark on their journey. Honoring excellence, outstanding recruits were celebrated for their incredible accomplishments.

In a troubling development, Santosh Kumar, a data entry operator at a child development office in Patna, was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs37,100. Reports suggest he was attempting to siphon off a large chunk of funds earmarked for nutrition and eggs meant for 17 Anganwadi centers.

In a groundbreaking initiative, the Reserve Bank of India has unveiled two foreign currency exchange counters in Raxaul, a pivotal city along the India-Nepal border. This move promises travelers favorable exchange rates and simplifies financial transactions, effectively tackling the challenges previously encountered.

The Orissa High Court has warned senior jail superintendent Sujit Kumar Raula that his interim protection could be revoked if he obstructs the probe into alleged manipulation of prison records following an escape. Raula faces accusations of forging a former jailer's signature to shift blame for the jailbreak, with an inquiry reportedly finding tampering in the jail's in-out register.

A border dispute flared in Manikpatna village as Andhra Pradesh enumerators marked houses, claiming the area. Odisha officials intervened, re-marking numbers. The assistant director of census reviewed the situation, with police patrolling increased. While house numbering is complete, local leaders seek a permanent resolution to border disputes.

What started as a blissful wedding celebration descended into heartbreak on the Ara-Patna highway when a reckless pickup truck careened into a motorcycle. Near the Koilwar underpass, this tragic event resulted in the deaths of two dear friends, Sujit Kumar and Amit Kumar, who were joyfully returning home from a family gathering.

Marigold cultivation is proving to be a profitable venture for farmers in Ganjam, Odisha, offering a reliable income source. Hybrid African marigold varieties are yielding significant profits, with farmers like Hiramani Reddy and Pandav Sahu reporting substantial earnings. The Krishi Vigyan Kendra is actively promoting this crop, distributing seedlings and providing training to encourage wider adoption.

Villages in Kendrapada district are facing an acute drinking water crisis as a Rs 241-crore mega project remains incomplete, leaving residents to rely on contaminated sources. With mercury levels soaring, the situation is expected to worsen, raising fears of an epidemic due to faulty sewerage and damaged pipelines.

Four excise police personnel from Nawada's Pakribarawan station were arrested for allegedly kidnapping a man and extorting Rs 1.5 lakh from his family. The victim was detained on suspicion of transporting illegal liquor, but instead of following procedure, officers demanded ransom. Rs 1.5 lakh cash was recovered from one officer's residence. An investigation is ongoing.

In an unexpected twist, Bihar's strict liquor ban has triggered a peculiar migration pattern. Locals from Bagaha and surrounding regions are now making their way to Uttar Pradesh and even Nepal—not for jobs, but for a shot at indulging in alcohol.

In a troubling incident in West Champaran, the lifeless body of a 27-year-old policewoman was discovered at her in-laws' residence, raising serious questions. Her relatives are asserting that she was a victim of dowry-related violence and physical mistreatment, allegedly leading to her strangulation.

The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has initiated a case following a petition by BJD MP Sasmit Patra regarding alleged police excesses against tribals in Sijimali. The petition highlights potential violations of PESA and FRA linked to a bauxite mining project, with the MP seeking an independent inquiry into the incidents.

On Monday, a scorching heatwave struck Buxar's Kanehari High School, resulting in ten students fainting—a troubling repeat of a similar incident just days prior. In response, school authorities rushed to implement an early closure and mandated that local officials guarantee a supply of Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) and fix any broken hand pumps to combat the extreme temperatures.