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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Revenue officer held for taking Rs 50k bribe in Nawada
Patna: A vigilance investigation bureau (VIB) team arrested Ranjit Kumar, revenue officer at Sirdala Block office, while accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000 from a person in Nawada district on Friday. According to vigilance DSP Aditya Raj, who led the investigation, the case originated from a complaint filed on July 10 by Umesh Kumar, a resident of Baniyadih village in Chaukiyan Gram Panchayat. The complaint was registered at the vigilance police station on July 24. "During the investigation, it was confirmed that the revenue officer demanded Rs 50,000 for processing land mutation documents for six decimals of land. The arrest took place near the guard room of the Sirdala block office. The accused was taken to the Patna vigilance police station for further legal proceedings," the DSP added. The operation was carried out by a team from Patna, including inspector Murari Prasad, constables Rajeev Kumar and Himanshu Kumar, Shashikant Kumar, and other officials.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bihar: Man dies of suffocation in overcrowded Intercity Express, 3 others unconscious
One person was killed and several others fell unconscious after an unprecedented rush of Kanwariyas in the Bhagalpur-bound Intercity Express train caused suffocation for many passengers on Wednesday evening, railway officials said. Representational image. The incident took place between Bakhtiyarpur and Barh railway stations of Danapur Rail division of East Central Railway. The deceased has been identified as 41-year-old Ranjit Kumar, a resident of Dalismanchak village of Barh who worked as a daily wage mason in Bakhtiyarpur. After his day's work, Kumar boarded the Danapur-Bhagalpur Intercity Express (13402) with other workers to return home. The train was packed with passengers and Kanwariyas. Due to the extreme heat and humidity, he started feeling breathless when the train was near Athmalgola station, eyewitnesses said, adding that Kumar fell unconscious soon after. When the train arrived at Barh railway station, GRP and RPF personnel took him to Barh sadar Hospital where he was declared dead on arrival. 'Prima facie, it seems the incident happened due to suffocation. The Barh GRP has registered a case of unnatural death, and the body has been sent for postmortem,' a GRP official said, adding that preliminary review stated the cause to be heat-induced unconsciousness. Meanwhile, East Central Railway (ECR) officials claimed that they are not sure if the passenger died of suffocation or some other health complication. 'Postmortem will reveal the exact cause if the person died of suffocation or heart attack,' the official said.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Relief from jams: Bypass road in Buxar to be widened
Buxar: A major infrastructure upgrade is on the horizon for Buxar town as the 2.5-km bypass road from Buxar roundabout to Jyoti Chowk, passing via the bus stand, is set to be expanded into a four-lane road. The 14-metre-wide road will be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 41.52 crore, with the aim of alleviating traffic congestion and streamlining vehicular movement in the area. Currently, this route remains one of the busiest and narrowest stretches in the city, leading to severe traffic jams, particularly during morning and evening hours. The expansion is expected to bring relief to daily commuters, who often face delays due to traffic bottlenecks. The proposal for the technical bid has already been submitted to the road construction department (RCD). Once approved, the contract allotment process will commence. Chief minister, Nitish Kumar, during his Pragati Yatra had given nod to the project. Executive engineer, RCD, Ranjit Kumar, said that Rs 41.52-crore project includes not just road widening but also the construction of dividers, footpaths and modern traffic indicators to enhance safety. "The road widening will improve traffic flow and contribute to the overall development of the city," he said.
Hans India
15-06-2025
- Sport
- Hans India
Strong Indian contingent departs for Beijing 2025 Para Powerlifting World Cup
A robust 16-member Indian para powerlifting contingent is all set to represent the nation at the prestigious Beijing 2025 Para Powerlifting World Cup, scheduled to take place from June 17–25 in Beijing, China. The team received a grand send-off at a ceremony organised at the National Sports Club of India (NSCI), New Delhi, in the presence of dignitaries and well-wishers from the para-sporting community. Ranjit Kumar, IRS, PR Additional Directorate General, graced the occasion as the chief guest, extending his best wishes to the athletes. Deeply moved by the sheer power and resilience of the para powerlifters, he remarked, 'I was truly overawed by the strength and determination these athletes possess. It was a humbling and motivating experience. I wish them not only the best for this tournament, but for a great future ahead.' Also present on the occasion were Dr. Deepa Malik, South-East Asia Member of the Asian Paralympic Committee, and Jayawant Hamnnavar, Secretary General of the Paralympic Committee of India, both of whom lauded the athletes and encouraged them to aim for podium finishes in Beijing. Highlighting India's growing stature in the sport, JP Singh, Chairman of India Para Powerlifting, said, 'With every tournament, India is establishing itself as a force to reckon with in the global para powerlifting fraternity. Our players are in great shape, and we can expect commendable results in China. It is especially heartening to note that 7 out of the 16-member contingent are women — a very promising sign for the future of the sport in the country.' Among the contingent are standout performers like Zainab Khatun, Seema Rani, Jhandu Kumar, Joby Mathew, Manish Kumar and Kasthuri who impressed at the recently concluded national championships. All eyes will be on them as they aim to carry their momentum and make a strong mark on the international stage. As the Indian contingent embarks on its journey to Beijing, the nation stands firmly behind these athletes, cheering them on to bring glory and pride to the country.
United News of India
30-05-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
SC stays Bombay HC order allowing Bishops to continue beyond retirement age
New Delhi, May 30 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Friday granted an interim stay on the Bombay High Court's order dated May 5, 2025, which had allowed Bishop N.L. Karkare and Bishop Subodh C. Mondal aged 76 and 73 respectively, to continue as 'Active Bishops' of the Methodist Church of India, despite exceeding the prescribed retirement age. A bench comprising Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma passed the interim order after hearing arguments from both sides. 'We have heard the senior counsels for the petitioners and the senior counsel for the Respondent Nos. 1 and 2. Interim stay of the order until further orders,' the bench recorded. Senior Advocates Kapil Sibal and Mukul Rohatgi appeared for the petitioner, the Methodist Church, arguing that the continued service of the two bishops violates the Church's constitutional bylaws, specifically the 'Book of Discipline', which mandates retirement at the age of 70. Senior Advocates Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Ranjit Kumar appeared on behalf of the Respondents. Singhvi contended that the delay in conducting the mandatory Quadranium, a Church conference held every four years to address administrative matters, including retirements had led to the current situation. He emphasised that the Respondents do not wish to remain in office beyond their retirement period and will step down as soon as the Quadranium concludes, scheduled for July 2 or 3, 2025. Addressing the Court's concern about manipulation of Church processes, Singhvi raised an issue involving Petitioner No. 5, Bishop Dr. Anilkumar Servand, who is currently 69 years and 11 months old. Singhvi alleged that the petitioner was seeking to conduct elections before his 70th birthday in order to be elected and thereby continue beyond the retirement age under the cover of a Quadranium session. 'He is saying, conduct the election before July 2 so he can continue beyond 70. He wants to cross 70 after getting elected, which would extend his term unfairly,' Singhvi argued. To this, Justice Nagarathna remarked, 'Petitioner No. 5 can't stay just for the election.' Ranjit Kumar and another advocate for the Respondents reiterated that none of the bishops wished to overstay their term and that the delay in transition was purely due to the adjournment of the 2023 Quadranium session, which had been postponed due to budgetary constraints within the Church. The bench has stayed the High Court's interim relief and will hear the matter further at a later date. The matter raises significant questions about internal governance within religious institutions and the limits of judicial intervention in ecclesiastical affairs, Singhvi contended. UNI SNG RN
