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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Bihar cabinet clears over INR 1,800 crore in water projects, boosts education and welfare jobs
PATNA: The Bihar Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister , approved 47 key agendas spanning over urban development, education, social welfare, infrastructure, and administrative reforms. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This was the first cabinet meeting in about two weeks, and significant, given the wide-ranging decisions taken. Under the Urban Development and Civic Infrastructure, Phulwari and Danapur Nagar Parishads have been upgraded to Municipal Corporations. Major funding has been approved for water supply projects. For Ara, the Cabinet has approved Rs 138 crore, Rs 1,130 crore for Siwan, Rs 76 crore for Sasaram and Rs 497 crore for Aurangabad. In the Education and Social Welfare Departments, the Cabinet has approved the Buxar-Rohtas Residential School. Contract-based posts sanctioned for Bihar Jeevika Nidhi Credit Cooperative, nine posts of Krishi Seva (Agriculture Service) created, 935 posts of Assistant Education Development Officer approved and 190 posts in the Social Welfare Department. The Cabinet has also approved two amendments, including Bihar Polytechnic Education Service Rules, 2025 and Bihar Engineering Education Service Rules, 2025. The Bihar cabinet has also approved 38 posts of Assistant Land Property Officer and 15 clerk posts for the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). The cabinet has also approved the establishment of the District Organising Area Officer Office in every district, and a housing project for senior police officers in Chhajju Bagh, Patna. It has also approved the dismissal of Jitendra Kumar, Drug Inspector, Patna-5 and Jatashankar Pandey, District Minority Officer, Jamui. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The state cabinet has approved the appointment of Protection Officers for victims of domestic violence. Land in Naubatpur was granted to the Akshaya Patra Foundation (Bengaluru) to support mid-day meal services in schools. Besides, the state cabinet has enhanced the pay scale for Central Prohibition Inspectors, Value Added Tax reduction on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) to boost air connectivity and approved fire safety measures under the Building Construction Department. The decisions come at a time of increasing scrutiny over state governance, especially around law and order and public service delivery.
Hans India
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Bihar Cabinet okays major decisions on education, urban development, women's safety
Patna: The Bihar Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, approved 47 key agendas spanning over urban development, education, social welfare, infrastructure, and administrative reforms. This was the first cabinet meeting in about two weeks, and significant, given the wide-ranging decisions taken. Under the Urban Development and Civic Infrastructure, Phulwari and Danapur Nagar Parishads have been upgraded to Municipal Corporations. Major funding has been approved for water supply projects. For Ara, the Cabinet has approved Rs 138 crore, Rs 1,130 crore for Siwan, Rs 76 crore for Sasaram and Rs 497 crore for Aurangabad. In the Education and Social Welfare Departments, the Cabinet has approved the Buxar-Rohtas Residential School. Contract-based posts sanctioned for Bihar Jeevika Nidhi Credit Cooperative, nine posts of Krishi Seva (Agriculture Service) created, 935 posts of Assistant Education Development Officer approved and 190 posts in the Social Welfare Department. The Cabinet has also approved two amendments, including Bihar Polytechnic Education Service Rules, 2025 and Bihar Engineering Education Service Rules, 2025. The Bihar cabinet has also approved 38 posts of Assistant Land Property Officer and 15 clerk posts for the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). The cabinet has also approved the establishment of the District Organising Area Officer Office in every district, and a housing project for senior police officers in Chhajju Bagh, Patna. It has also approved the dismissal of Jitendra Kumar, Drug Inspector, Patna-5 and Jatashankar Pandey, District Minority Officer, Jamui. The state cabinet has approved the appointment of Protection Officers for victims of domestic violence. Land in Naubatpur was granted to the Akshaya Patra Foundation (Bengaluru) to support mid-day meal services in schools. Besides, the state cabinet has enhanced the pay scale for Central Prohibition Inspectors, Value Added Tax reduction on Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) to boost air connectivity and approved fire safety measures under the Building Construction Department. The decisions come at a time of increasing scrutiny over state governance, especially around law and order and public service delivery.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Jitendra Kumar Returns With Panchayat Season 4: Release Date And Plot Details
Last Updated: The much-awaited Panchayat Season 4 is back with your favourite cast. A big news for Jitendra Kumar fans – the wait is finally over. The much-anticipated Panchayat Season 4 is back with your favourite cast. For the past five years, Panchayat has ruled our hearts, delivering a simple yet powerful storyline with each new season. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and written by Chandan Kumar, the series is a production of The Viral Fever (TVF). Set in the fictional village of Phulera, the show continues to charm viewers with its grounded characters and humorous moments that mirrors the realities of rural life in India. Panchayat Season 4 – Release Date Here comes the big update – Panchayat Season 4 is all set to release on July 2, 2025. With the release just around the corner, fans are buzzing with excitement to see Jitendra Kumar reprise his role as Abhishek Tripathi aka Sachiv Ji, returning to Phulera with new challenges and deeper connections. Panchayat Season 4 – When and Where to Watch Like its previous seasons, Panchayat Season 4 will be available for streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. All episodes will drop on the release day, so fans can binge-watch the entire season in one go. Panchayat Season 4 – Cast and Crew The franchise returns with its stellar ensemble cast featuring Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav, Neena Gupta, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Pankaj Jha, Ashok Pathak, Faisal Malik, Sunita Rajwar and others, all reprising their beloved roles. The show continues to be produced by The Viral Fever. While Chandan Kumar takes charge of the writing, direction is led by Deepak Kumar Mishra along with Akshat Vijaywargiya. Panchayat Season 4 – What to expect Panchayat Season 4 will explore the aftermath of the suspenseful events that wrapped up the third season, especially the mystery behind who plotted against Pradhan Ji (played by Raghubir Yadav). It will also trace Abhishek Tripathi (Jitendra Kumar) journey as he continues serving as the Panchayat secretary. The storyline promises to explore the evolving relationship between Abhishek and Rinki (played by Sanvikaa), with a key question looming — will they finally express their feelings to Pradhan Ji? Another intriguing thread will focus on whether Sachiv Ji decides to leave his post or stay back in Phulera. This decision plays out amid the village's power tussles, suggesting that no matter what he chooses, the politics and pursuit of control in Phulera are far from over. With an engaging plot, brilliant performances and a deeply rooted narrative, Panchayat Season 4 is gearing up to be a summer binge you won't want to miss.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- The Hindu
Ex-Maoist found dead in Jharkhand jail
A former Maoist was found dead in the Hazaribag Open Jail in Jharkhand on Saturday (May 31, 2025), officials said. The body of Chota Shyamlal Dehri, 30, was found hanging in his cell. Officials stated he was discovered to be missing during the morning headcount. The jail authorities informed the police after doctors declared him dead, they added. Hazaribag Central Jail Superintendent Jitendra Kumar said Dehri had surrendered in 2020 in Dumka and was later transferred to the open jail. Eight cases had been registered against him. In another incident, the body of a manager of a petrol pump was found hanging in his office. The incident occurred at an outlet located off National Highway-2 in Dhanua, within the Chouparan police station area, police said. A family dispute could be the cause of the suspected suicide, they added. Those in distress or having suicidal tendencies can seek help and counselling by calling: Sanjivini, Society for Mental Health, telephone: 011-40769002 (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7.30 p.m.)
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Defence Forces bank on Fibroheal-IISc's Hemostatic Sponge to tackle critical injuries
New Delhi: Medical professionals in the Indian armed forces are placing their trust in a homegrown, patented hemostatic sponge to control bleeding caused by accidental, surgical, and field injuries among soldiers. The product, FIBROPLUG , was jointly developed by Fibroheal Woundcare and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, with support from he Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council ( BIRAC ), a public sector undertaking under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT). Under its SBIRI scheme, BIRAC contributed 80 per cent of the funding required for the development of the device. The company has reported a significant increase in product orders from the defence establishment, with more than 3,000 units dispatched in the last five days, and additional orders currently pending. 'The innovation demonstrates the catalytic effect of targeted support and collaboration on India's innovation ecosystem. Through our SBIRI and PCP schemes, BIRAC is proud to have enabled the translation of cutting-edge research into an affordable, world-class healthcare solution addressing the critical need for rapid haemorrhage control ,' said Jitendra Kumar, Managing Director, BIRAC. FIBROPLUG is a patented hemostatic sponge made from a novel bio-composite of silk, chitosan, and silica, designed to create a protective barrier over wounds and enable rapid bleeding control. According to the company, the product is priced at nearly one-fourth the cost of imported alternatives, making it a cost-effective and efficient tool for accidental, surgical, and field injuries—ideal for frontline use during large-scale humanitarian and defence operations. Fibroheal launched the sponge in 2023 and is currently manufacturing it at a capacity of 5,000 units per month.
