Arvind Kumar

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.

Uttar Pradesh is grappling with a severe power crisis this summer, prompting a wave of complaints from across the political spectrum. MLAs from both ruling and opposition parties, along with former CM Akhilesh Yadav and MP Chandra Shekhar Azad, have written to the energy minister highlighting widespread outages and public distress.

A devastating storm caused a bridge collapse in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, tragically claiming the lives of at least 6 workers. The under-construction Kandaur–Morakandar bridge gave way around 2 am, trapping several others beneath the debris. Rescue operations are actively underway as authorities fear the death toll may increase.

In a significant legal ruling, a former school principal residing in Ranchi has received a three-year prison sentence and a fine of Rs 35,000 for sexual harassment. Convicted under several IPC provisions, notably 354B (disrobing) and 354D (stalking), the sentences will be executed concurrently. The incident involved a school nurse who reported lewd actions during her professional duties.

In a bid to bolster security, Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has called on administrative and law enforcement officials to remain vigilant along the India-Nepal frontier. He emphasized the urgency of tackling issues like drug trafficking, counterfeit currency, and smuggling with rigorous enforcement and advanced surveillance technologies.

‘Ensure Uninterrupted Power Supply To give Respite From Heat’

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered uninterrupted power supply amid soaring temperatures and demand. He stressed accountability in the distribution system and directed officials to maximize generation capacity and strengthen the transmission network. The state has significantly increased its power generation capacity and is implementing measures to improve consumer services and billing efficiency.

The government on Friday raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre nationwide. In Delhi, petrol prices increased from Rs 94.77 to Rs 97.77 per litre, while diesel rates moved up from Rs 87.67 to Rs 90.67 per litre.

Patna cardiologists are urging regular health check-ups and healthier lifestyles amidst a surge in high blood pressure among younger individuals. Experts revealed a significant percentage of adults suffer from this "silent killer." They emphasized early detection and timely treatment to avert serious health issues like heart attacks and strokes, reassuring the public about medication and its necessity.

Bihar's government has adopted an ambitious Rs 72,901 crore borrowing strategy dedicated to enhancing development and streamlining administrative functions. This includes a groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with Singapore's GFTN to foster an AI ecosystem, set to empower thousands through training and bolster the startup landscape.

Bullet train corridor planned for Uttar Pradesh, says railway minister

Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) has deployed special officers to monitor power infrastructure across all 13 supply circles weekly. This proactive measure aims to ensure uninterrupted 24x7 power supply by reviewing sub-stations and distribution transformers. Additionally, grievance redressal camps will be held from May 11-30 to address consumer issues like billing disputes and power outages.

Police recovered a suicide note