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Time of India
03-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Close shave for 4 Koderma residents river washed away car while crossing bridge
1 2 Chatra: Four persons, including two women, had a narrow escape after the car they were travelling in was washed away in a rain-fed river in Chatra on Sunday. The district administration swung into action to retrieve the car while locals risked their lives to rescue the people, who were stuck in the water. All four of them are residents of Koderma district. The incident happened when the car was negotiating a low-height and narrow bridge under the Kadgawan panchayat in Mayurhund block. The car was later taken out using a crane. Those travelling in the car were identified as Doman Ram (64), Rinki Devi (34), Vishal Ram (27), and Usha Devi (60). According to the villagers, the car was crossing the bridge on the Ledhia river when the water level suddenly increased and started flowing at a high speed. "The car was washed away, but luckily, it got stuck in a ditch under the bridge," an eyewitness said. The passengers were returning to Koderma after attending the last rites of their relative in Shaley village of Mayurhund block. Block development officer (BDO) Manish Kumar and Mayurhund police station officer-in-charge Ashish Prasad rushed to the spot with their teams to rescue the victims. The villagers said there had been no rain in the area for the last four days, and there was no strong flow of water under the bridge. But as the rain started on Sunday, the water level in the river increased, and the current as well. Despite appealing to the local public representatives and officials for the construction of a bigger bridge several times, no action has been taken so far, the villagers rued. Sohan Mahto, a villager, said whenever the water was flowing above the bridge, the road was deserted until the water subsided. "Around 1,300 villagers of this panchayat face this trouble every year. Sick people cannot go to the hospital, while children stay at home, missing school," he said. Local mukhiya Ashok Bhuiyan said he has been trying to get the sanction for a new bridge with the proper height. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
News18
29-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Is ‘Panchayat' Real Story? Explained Amid Bihar Vidhayak's ‘Marunga' Threat To ‘Sachiv' Goes Viral
Last Updated: An audio clip allegedly features the RJD MLA from Maner scolding a government official for failing to recognise him after hearing his name. In a real-life drama that felt like a scene straight out of the popular web series Panchayat, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MLA Bhai Virendra was reportedly caught in a heated argument with the local panchayat secretary over a call. An audio clip, allegedly featuring their conversation, has now gone viral on the Internet, where the MLA is heard scolding the government official for not recognising him upon knowing his name. The RJD MLA of Maner had called the panchayat secretary to enquire about the death certificate of the husband of a woman named Rinki Devi. But when he failed to recognise Bhai Virendra, things turned tense quickly. 'You don't know Bhai Virendra? You want me to introduce myself? The whole country knows me," he said. Still, the official, now identified as Panchayat Secretary Sandeep Kumar, maintained his composure during the entire conversation. After the incident unfolded, he reportedly filed an FIR against the RJD MLA. This wasn't a one-of-a-kind incident. Heated conversations and tussles have become a routine thing between elected representatives and bureaucrats. Viral Audio Clip Sparks Comparisons To Panchayat's Power Tussle This viral audio has reminded many of the feud between MLA Chandrakishore Singh (Pankaj Jha) and Secretary Abhishek Tripathi (Jitendra Kumar) in Prime Video's web show, Panchayat. Ever since the MLA was introduced into the storyline of the series, he was often seen colliding with Sachiv Ji over various issues in Phulera. Other Instances When Netas Locked Horns With Government Officials The Delhi government, under the Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, had often found itself at odds with the Lieutenant Governor's office. They repeatedly found themselves either in the Supreme Court or the High Court over various issues. Over the years, the former Delhi CM has had repeated showdowns with LG VK Saxena over administrative disputes, fund allocations and other government schemes. Meanwhile, back in August 2024, the then Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal came under fire for the way the police handled the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. The Calcutta High Court transferred the case to the CBI when the police failed to make any progress on it. Top BJP leaders accused the police commissioner of covering up the case and even highlighted a similar case that happened in 2013 under his watch. Such conflicts between elected representatives, or netas, and government officials have become a repetitive issue in India's political scenario. While both sides are meant to work together to run the country properly, their differing views and affiliations often put them at loggerheads. Here are some of the reasons why both parties clash from time to time. Political interference: Politicians often attempt to influence administrative decisions, such as transfers or specific rulings in favour of their supporters, to achieve their political goals. Differing objectives: Politicians and government officials have different objectives in a political scenario. While the former have to maintain a good public image to win in elections, the latter have the responsibility to uphold rules and act within the law. Corruption: Some politicians often request and sometimes demand that government officials overlook irregularities or ask for favours, which, when denied, causes friction. Lack of clear role definitions: The lines between the powers and responsibilities of elected representatives and appointed officials are not well-defined, leading to a tussle between the two parties. Power dynamics: The dynamics between elected officials and appointed bureaucrats can be complex, with instances where either side may assert dominance or resist perceived encroachments on their authority. News18's viral page features trending stories, videos, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz from india and around the world, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : panchayat viral news view comments Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: July 29, 2025, 09:01 IST News viral Is 'Panchayat' Real Story? Explained Amid Bihar Vidhayak's 'Marunga' Threat To 'Sachiv' Goes Viral Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
28-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Panchayat-Like Drama Unfolds As Bihar MLA Threatens Village Secretary For Not Recognising Him
Last Updated: As the village secretary fails to recognise the MLA, the latter allegedly threatens to hit the former with a shoe. A real-life incident mirrored a scene from the web series Panchayat when a dispute erupted between an RJD MLA and a local panchayat secretary. A purported audio clip, which is now viral on the internet, records a spat between the two after the latter failed to recognise Bhai Virendra, a legislator from Maner in Bihar. The MLA can be heard threatening to hit the secretary with his shoes after he fails to recognise him. The call by the MLA was made to enquire about the status of a death certificate for one Rinki Devi. The secretary answers the call but fails to recognise the MLA, prompting a sharp response. 'You don't know Bhai Virendra? You want me to introduce myself? The whole country knows me," the purported voice of Bhai Virendra can be heard saying. The secretary responds, saying he is not scared and will only show respect if the MLA speaks to him respectfully. 'If you speak respectfully, I will do the same. If you talk crooked, I will talk crooked. I am not scared of you," he can be heard saying. 'Joote se maarunga (I will hit you with a shoe), and you can file a case if you want. You don't follow protocol. You dare to say who is Bhai Virendra?," the MLA threatens. The secretary, however, maintains that he was not aware of the MLA's identity and asks about the work he called to enquire about. 'Please talk about the work. Your request is already in process," he said. 'You have no right to this job if you don't know your local MLA. Transfer? This won't stop at transfer. Where are you even from?" The MLA asks. Panchayat Web-Series Kalesh irl (MLA Bhai Virendra got angry with Panchayat Sachiv for not recognising him, MLA threatened him and then Sachiv Ji got angry as well) — Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) July 28, 2025 The incident is reminiscent of the tense relationship between MLA Chandrakishore Singh and Secretary Abhishek Tripathi in the popular web series Panchayat, where frequent power struggles and clashes of ego between local politicians and government officials form a central theme. Much like in the show, the real-life exchange highlights the friction that can arise when political authority meets bureaucratic process at the grassroots level. view comments First Published: July 28, 2025, 10:52 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
28-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Bihar sachiv fails to recognise RJD vidhayak. Then came a Panchayat-style threat
In a scene straight out of the Panchayat web series, a Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MLA appeared to be locked in a spat with a local panchayat secretary — not on screen, but in real life.A purported audio clip, featuring Bhai Virendra, an RJD legislator from Maner, has gone viral on social media. In the recording, the MLA can be heard berating a government official over the phone for not recognising him and then threatening to hit him with to the viral clip, Bhai Virendra had called a local panchayat secretary in his constituency to enquire about the status of a death certificate for one Rinki Devi. However, when the secretary failed to recognise him, the MLA erupted. "You don't know Bhai Virendra? You want me to introduce myself? The whole country knows me," the voice, purportedly of Bhai Virendra, can be heard saying. The secretary, unfazed, responds, "If you speak respectfully, I will do the same. If you talk crooked, I will talk crooked. I am not scared of you".The MLA hits back, "Joote se maarunga (I will hit you with a shoe) and you can file a case if you want. You don't follow protocol. You dare to say who is Bhai Virendra?"The official, maintaining his composure, insisted that he wasn't aware of the MLA's identity and asked for a straight conversation. "Please talk about the work. Your request is already in process," he says, urging the MLA to refrain from issuing the verbal volley continued, with the MLA saying, "You have no right to this job if you don't know your local MLA. Transfer? This won't stop at transfer. Where are you even from?"LISTEN TO THE AUDIO HERE The exchange bears an uncanny resemblance to the tension between MLA Chandrakishore Singh and Secretary Abhishek Tripathi in the Amazon Prime show Panchayat, where ego, power, and protocol routinely collide in the dusty lanes of rural Today could not independently verify the authenticity of the viral clip, although the voice resembled that of Bhai Virendra. The RJD MLA has not publicly responded to the viral clip yet.- EndsMust Watch
News18
17-06-2025
- News18
What Is Section 325 Of BNS? How A Hen's Death Triggered Fear In Bihar's Siwan
Last Updated: In Bihar's Siwan district, Rinki Devi alleged that her brother-in-law forcibly entered her home, physically assaulted her and strangled her beloved hen with the help of two others A rather unusual case reported from Bihar's Siwan district has stirred both local curiousity and legal debate across the state. In Tadwa village, under the jurisdiction of Mufassil police station, a woman named Rinki Devi has filed an FIR over the alleged murder of her pet hen allegedly by her own family members during a domestic dispute. According to the complaint, Rinki's egg-laying hen was strangled to death by her brother-in-law Guddu Kumar, alongside Sheela Devi and Sonam Kumari, amid a heated altercation. But what might seem trivial to some is now being treated with full legal seriousness – thanks to the new penal code, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The Bihar Police has registered the case under Section 325 of the BNS, a law that penalises acts of cruelty or killing of animals with up to five years of imprisonment and a fine. Confirming the development, Mufassil Police Station in-charge Ashok Kumar said that Rinki Devi even brought the carcass of the hen to the police station as evidence. After registering the case, the hen was respectfully buried, and an investigation is now underway. 'She Was Like Family": Rinki Speaking to police officials, Rinki alleged that the incident occurred on June 12 at around 10 am. She claimed her brother-in-law forcibly entered her home, physically assaulted her, tore off her mangalsutra and earrings, and then, with the help of the other two accused, strangled her beloved hen. 'She was like a family member to me. I raised her, fed her, and she gave us eggs every day," said a visibly emotional Rinki Devi. This is not the first time an animal-related FIR has made headlines. Under the now-repealed Indian Penal Code, the equivalent provision – Section 429 IPC – also criminalised acts of cruelty against animals. But the introduction of Section 325 in the BNS has brought renewed focus and a stronger framework for addressing such cases. In 2023, a man from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, successfully filed a complaint after his neighbours allegedly killed his goat. The culprits in that case were sentenced to three years in prison. Similarly, in 2024, three individuals were convicted under the same section for poisoning a stray dog in Chennai, one of them received a two-year jail term. These examples are setting a legal precedent and sending a clear message; Animal cruelty will not be dismissed as trivial or inconsequential. While the case from Siwan may seem small or even bizarre to some, it reflects a larger shift in public consciousness and legal enforcement within the country. With the rollout of the new BNS criminal code, crimes against animals are being treated with greater severity, regardless of the size or species involved. Legal experts suggest that such laws are essential in cultivating empathy and accountability in society. First Published: June 17, 2025, 17:37 IST
