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Patna Spice Trader Shot Dead as Civil Defence Blackout Began, Police Say Attackers Timed It

Patna Spice Trader Shot Dead as Civil Defence Blackout Began, Police Say Attackers Timed It

A 35-year-old spice trader, Pintu Kumar alias Badka, was shot dead in Patna’s Sultanganj area near Musallahpur Haat during a citywide blackout staged for a civil defence mock drill. The shooting occurred around 7:02 pm, two minutes after the pre-announced blackout began, triggering panic in the market. Doctors declared Kumar dead after he was taken to Patna Medical College and Hospital. Police are probing nearby CCTV footage, questioning residents, and checking motives ranging from old disputes to business rivalries.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026
Bihar gears up for major infrastructure overhaul as CM inaugurates key road project

Bihar gears up for major infrastructure overhaul as CM inaugurates key road project

Bihar is set for a major connectivity push as Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inaugurated the Navin Kishore Sinha Path, a key road project. The move is part of a broader infrastructure transformation plan, with new cities and upgraded transport links in the pipeline. Patna’s connectivity is expected to see a significant boost as these projects roll out.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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Severe storm strikes Patna leaving three dead and five injured as services scramble to recover

Severe storm strikes Patna leaving three dead and five injured as services scramble to recover

A severe storm hit Patna in Bihar, killing three people and injuring five others, officials said. District authorities confirmed a coordinated response involving municipal, forest, and electricity teams alongside engineers to clear blocked routes and restore essential services. Officials cautioned that the scale of damage could delay full recovery despite ongoing efforts.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 9 May 2026
IndiGo Flight Diverted Mid Air to Lucknow After Severe Turbulence Panic in Passengers

IndiGo Flight Diverted Mid Air to Lucknow After Severe Turbulence Panic in Passengers

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Patna was diverted to Lucknow late Wednesday night after severe turbulence and worsening weather near Patna airspace. IndiGo flight 6E6497, carrying about 181 passengers, landed safely at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport around 10:49 PM as a precaution. Authorities said the diversion was made amid deteriorating conditions to ensure passenger safety.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 7 May 2026
Nitish Kumar moves to new Patna home as Bihar Cabinet expansion talks heat up

Nitish Kumar moves to new Patna home as Bihar Cabinet expansion talks heat up

Former Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar has shifted to a new residence at 7 Circular Road in Patna, ending a two-decade stay at 1 Anne Marg. The move comes as discussions around a possible Bihar Cabinet expansion intensify, with political leaders reportedly visiting him at his new home. The relocation is fueling speculation about the timing and shape of cabinet changes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
Patna Protest Erupts After 15 Year Old Dies at Paras Hospital Kidney Removal Allegations

Patna Protest Erupts After 15 Year Old Dies at Paras Hospital Kidney Removal Allegations

A massive protest erupted in Patna after a 15-year-old boy died at Paras Hospital on April 27. The family claims medical negligence, extortion, and kidney removal, while the unrest escalated into vandalism inside the hospital and a road blockade. Authorities are now examining the allegations as anger grows over the circumstances surrounding the death.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 29 Apr 2026

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JDU Files FIR Against Pappu Yadav Over Claim 90 Percent Women Enter Politics Via Rooms

JDU Files FIR Against Pappu Yadav Over Claim 90 Percent Women Enter Politics Via Rooms

JDU leader Rina Choudhary has lodged an FIR against Purnea MP Pappu Yadav after he said 90% of women enter politics through politicians’ rooms. Choudhary described the remark as deeply insulting and demanded a public apology. The move escalates controversy around the MP’s comments and their impact on women’s participation in politics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 25 Apr 2026
JEE Aspirant Saurabh Kumar Dies by Suicide in Patna Police Recover Note From Room

JEE Aspirant Saurabh Kumar Dies by Suicide in Patna Police Recover Note From Room

A JEE aspirant identified as Saurabh Kumar was found dead allegedly by suicide in Patna near the Gandhi Maidan Police Station area. Police say his cousins discovered him after he returned from coaching. Investigators recovered a suicide note from the room in which Kumar reportedly blamed academic pressure and wrote that no one else was responsible.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026
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