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Congress strengthens grassroots units in Jharkhand ahead of Urban Local Body polls

Ranchi, Sep 16 (UNI) As part of its organizational expansion drive, the Jharkhand Pradesh
Congress Committee (JPCC) convened a major meeting in Dumka, Santhal Pargana, focusing
on strengthening Gram Panchayat Committees and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
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Bihar: Seven new judges take oath at Patna High Court

15 Jun 2026 | 11:59 AM

Patna, June 15 (UNI) Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, Meenakshi Madan Rai, on Monday administered the oath of office to seven newly appointed judges of the Patna High Court.

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BJP govt launches ‘Jan Kalyan Shibir’ across WB to deliver services at doorstep

15 Jun 2026 | 10:50 AM

Kolkata, June 15 (UNI) The BJP government in West Bengal is set to launch a statewide “Jan Kalyan Shibir” programme from Monday with the aim of ensuring quicker and easier access to government services for citizens.

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CID may summon Abhishek again as questioning reveals “multiple inconsistencies” in statement

15 Jun 2026 | 10:39 AM

Kolkata, June 15 (UNI) The criminal investigation department that is entrusted with the responsibility of investigating the signature forgery case of the TMC MLAs might summon the party’s All India General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee again for the third time, as the investigation agency has found multiple inconsistencies in his statements during a marathon interrogation on Sunday.

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Bihar Congress Chief ridicules 'Amrit Kaal' claims of NDA

14 Jun 2026 | 10:45 PM

Patna, June 14 (UNI) Bihar Congress President Rajesh Ram Sunday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre, alleging that its failures over the past 12 years have pushed the country into economic distress, rising unemployment and growing social challenges.

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Bihar Assembly speaker, culture minister hail GI tag recognition for 3 traditional state products

14 Jun 2026 | 10:36 PM

Patna, June 14 (UNI) Bihar Legislative Assembly Speaker Prem Kumar on Sunday hailed the granting of Geographical Indication (GI) tags to Bawan Buti weaving of Nalanda, Patharkatti stone craftsmanship of Gaya and Pidhiya Painting of Bhojpur, describing them as outstanding symbols of State's rich cultural heritage, folk traditions and creative excellence.

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