Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has taken cognisance of a viral video involving a Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination controller and directed the General Administration Department to suspend the concerned official. The action comes after a video of BPSC Examination Controller Rajesh Kumar Singh went viral on social media following an objectionable remark he allegedly made during a press conference.
A flood in the upper catchment area of the Gandak River in Nepal has triggered an alert in Bihar, with authorities warning of a possible sudden rise in water flow and the risk of flash flooding in several districts. The Gandak River could witness waves rising up to around three metres, raising concerns about flooding in areas connected to the river. Authorities have stepped up preparations and directed district administrations to remain on high alert.
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After Delhi and Jharkhand, student protests have reached Bihar. In Patna on Tuesday, protesters marched to the Chief Minister’s residence. Police had to resort to a mild lathi charge and water cannons to stop them. Several police personnel were injured in stone-throwing. The students are demanding cancellation of the BPSC exam. They also want the teacher recruitment exam to be held in one phase only, the Pre and Mains concept be given the go-by, and negative marking must end.
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