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Maj Gen Jitendra Singh flags off motorcycle expedition from Danapur
Patna: Major General Jitendra Singh, General Officer Commanding of Jharkhand and Bihar, Danapur sub area, on Saturday flagged off an expedition motorcycle team from the Danapur cantonment premises. The expedition, covering the eastern region, is part of the 266th and 12th Army Service Corps (ASC) reunion day celebrations.
BRC pays tribute to fallen soldiers at Danapur reunion
Patna: The Bihar Regimental Centre (BRC) paid homage to the fallen soldiers of the Bihar Regiment at the Veer Smriti Sthal during its 31st biennial and 15th reunion function at Danapur cantonment on Saturday. The ceremony was marked by the presence of senior Army officers, serving personnel and veterans who gathered to honour soldiers who died in the service of the nation.
PPU finance committee meet to finalise 2026-27 budget
Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) held its 28th finance committee meeting under the chairmanship of vice-chancellor (VC) Upendra Prasad Singh at the university headquarters here on Friday. The meeting focused on the budget for the 2026-27 financial year, with discussions centred on the allocation and proper utilisation of funds for the university and its constituent, degree and minority colleges located in Patna and Nalanda districts of the state.
Rly holds ‘Rail Jan Samvad’ to seek passenger feedback Original
Patna: The East Central Railway (ECR) organised ‘Rail Jan Samvad’ at all major railway stations under its jurisdiction on Thursday to interact with passengers and obtain their feedback on passenger amenities and services. ECR GM Dimpy Garg interacted with the passengers at Patna Junction. Danapur DRM Vinod Kumar and other senior railway officials of the division were also present during the interaction with the passengers.
Another Vande Bharat special train for Patna-Delhi route
Patna: Railways will operate another triweekly Vande Bharat special train (02253/02254) between Patna and New Delhi to handle the rush of passengers during Diwali and Chhath. ECR chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said the special train will run from New Delhi from Oct 22 to Nov 26, departing every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday at 8.35am and reaching Patna at 9.30pm the same day.
PPU spot admission window open till today
Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) has given eligible students a final opportunity to apply online for spot admission to undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), MEd, LLB and vocational courses against vacant seats in the current academic session. PPU registrar Abu Bakar said interested students can submit their online applications till Oct 22. Applicants can select a maximum of two colleges for spot admission.
Charas valued at Rs 3cr seized at Muzaffarpur station, 2 held
Patna: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Muzaffarpur branch, in coordination with the Railway Protection Force (RPF), Special Task Force (STF) and Govt Railway Police (GRP), seized around 3kg of hashish (charas), estimated to be worth Rs 3 crore, at Muzaffarpur railway station under the Samastipur division of East Central Railway (ECR) on Sunday. Two alleged smugglers were arrested in connection with the seizure and later sent to judicial custody.
96-year-old puja at Khagaul girls’ school draws devotees
Patna: Devotees turned up in large numbers at the Ghanshyam Girls’ School Durga Puja pandal in Khagaul on Mahaashtami , marking the 96th year of the traditional celebration. The illuminated pandal, adorned with elaborate decorations, emerged as a major attraction. Started in 1930 during the pre-Independence era, the puja has remained an important part of Khagaul’s cultural and religious traditions.
90 special trains to make 3k trips to clear festive rush
Patna: Despite operating more than 90 pairs of festival special trains, the railways is facing a major challenge in managing the passenger rush during the Durga Puja festivities. With people travelling to their hometowns and popular destinations for the celebrations, stations across the East Central Railway (ECR) jurisdiction, particularly Patna Junction, have witnessed a significant rise in passenger footfall.
RPF recovers woman’s bag with over Rs 2L cash
Patna: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) recovered a bag containing over Rs 2 lakh in cash from the Howrah-New Delhi special train on Friday. The bag was later handed over to its owner, Kiran Devi, a resident of Ara. According to Danapur senior divisional commercial manager (senior DCM) Abhinav Siddarth, Kiran got down from the train at Ara station. She later realised that she had left her bag behind. She immediately informed RPF personnel, who launched a search for it.
RPF recovers woman’s bag with Rs 2.5L cash
Patna: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) recovered a bag containing Rs 2.50 lakh in cash from the Howrah-New Delhi special train on Friday. The bag was later handed over to its owner, Kiran Devi, a resident of Ara. According to Danapur senior divisional commercial manager (senior DCM) Abhinav Siddarth, Kiran got down from the train at Ara station. She later realised that she had left her bag behind. She immediately informed RPF personnel, who launched a search for it.
Railways successfully tests Kavach protection system Original
Patna: The East Central Railway (ECR) successfully tested the Kavach automatic train protection system, with two locomotives approaching each other on the same track automatically stopping at a safe distance. ECR chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said the trial was conducted on the 65-km Barauni-Samastipur and Barauni-Begusarai sections under the direct supervision of ECR GM Dimpy Garg and other senior railway officials.
Railways adds 11 more pairs of special trains to handle festive rush
Patna: The railways have introduced 11 more pairs of festival special trains, taking the total number of specials originating from or passing through the East Central Railway (ECR) jurisdiction to 23 pairs, to handle the festive rush. ECR chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said the additional trains have been introduced on several busy routes connecting Bihar with major cities across the country to facilitate passenger movement during Diwali and Chhath Puja .
BRC celebrates raising days of 3 units in Danapur
Patna: The Bihar Regimental Centre (BRC) celebrated the raising days of the 9th and 14th Bihar Battalions and the 4th Rashtriya Rifles at Danapur cantonment on Thursday, in keeping with military traditions. The 9th Bihar Battalion was raised at Danapur on Oct 15, 1965, under the command of Major SK Sharma. The battalion later made significant sacrifices during its deployment in Manipur under Lt Col J S Gharaya.
PPU–MMHAPU faculty development programme calls for stronger academic cooperation
Patna: A faculty development programme (FDP) jointly organised by Patliputra University (PPU) and Maulana Mazharul Haque Arabic and Persian University (MMHAPU) concluded here on Wednesday, with speakers emphasising stronger academic cooperation to create a better learning environment for students.
CRS clears Neora-Jatdumri line for train operations
Patna: The commissioner of railway safety (CRS), eastern circle, Kolkata, Guru Prakash, has authorised the railways to begin passenger and goods train operations on the newly constructed 20-km Neora-Jatdumri line, a move expected to ease congestion on the busy Danapur-Patna-Kiul-Jhajha mainline. The CRS inspected the Neora-Jatdumri line on Oct 8 and conducted a successful trial run of a special train at 120kmph to assess the track, signalling system and overhead electrical equipment.
Vande Bharat spl to run between Delhi and Patna from Oct 21
Patna: To cope with the festive rush, the railways will operate a tri-weekly Vande Bharat Express festival special (02251/02252) between New Delhi and Patna Junction from Oct 21 to Nov 26. The service is aimed at providing faster and more comfortable travel for passengers between the two cities during the festive season, particularly Diwali and Chhath.
ECR beefs up security at 300 locations with focus on passenger safety
Patna: The East Central Railway (ECR) has beefed up security measures at around 300 locations across its jurisdiction in view of the commencement of Durga Puja with a special focus on crowd management, passenger safety and prevention of untoward incidents at railway stations.
Puja rush: 10 pairs of trains get temporary halt at Vindhyachal Original
Patna: The railways has provided temporary stoppages for 10 pairs of long-distance mail and express trains at Vindhyachal station in Uttar Pradesh from Oct 11 to 26 to facilitate pilgrims visiting the Vindhyavasini Devi temple during Navratri . ECR chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said the special arrangement has been made to provide convenient travel for devotees visiting the temple during the festive period.
Rlys readies crowd-control plan for Diwali, Chhath rush
Patna: With an additional 10 lakh to 15 lakh passengers expected to arrive in different parts of Bihar during Diwali and Chhath Puja , the railways has drawn up a comprehensive plan to set up holding areas at Patna Junction and other major stations to manage the festive rush, particularly the heavy return traffic after Chhath.
Housekeeping for long-distance trains soon: ECR
Patna: The railways will deploy onboard housekeeping staff (OBHS) on all long-distance mail and express trains taking 40 hours or more to complete their journey, aiming to improve cleanliness and passenger comfort. East Central Railway (ECR) chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said the staff would clean coaches and toilets throughout journeys and promptly address passengers’ complaints about sanitation and housekeeping.
Railways cancels four Delhi-bound trains Original
Patna: The railways on a short notice cancelled four premier Delhi-bound trains originating from Danapur division falling under the jurisdiction of East Central Railway (ECR) on Friday, citing anticipated severe road traffic congestion around New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations on Saturday. The move comes amid protests against chief election commissioner (CEC), although railway officials have not officially confirmed whether the demonstrations prompted the cancellations.
Rlys to run 12 more pairs of spl trains
Patna: Railways will run 12 more pairs of special trains on different routes either originating from or passing through the East Central Railway (ECR) to tackle rush during the festive season. ECR chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said the Mumbai Lokmanya Tilak Terminal-Samastipur weekly will operate from Oct 13 to Nov 17. “The Lokmanya Tilak Terminal-Danapur will run daily from Oct 9 to Nov 23,” he said.
CRS inspects 20km Neora-Jatdumri rail line ahead of operational clearance
Patna: Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Eastern Circle, Kolkata, Guru Prakash on Thursday inspected the newly constructed 20km Neora-Jatdumri railway line and supervised a successful trial run of a special train ahead of operational clearance. Danapur divisional railway manager Vinod Kumar and other senior railway officials were present during the inspection.
Myanmar army delegation visits BRC to boost training cooperation with Indian Army
Patna: A five-member delegation of Myanmar Army visited Bihar Regimental Centre (BRC) at Danapur cantonment here on Wednesday to strengthen interaction, professional exchange and training cooperation between the two armies. During the visit, the delegation held discussions with senior military officials and met the General Officer Commanding (GOC), Jharkhand and Bihar Sub Area, Major General Jitendra Singh.
Stone-pelting damages Humsafar Express coach, no passenger injured
Patna: Passengers travelling on the Madhupur-Anand Vihar Humsafar Express (22459) had a narrow escape when unidentified miscreants pelted stones at the train between Gulzarbagh and Rajendra Nagar Terminal on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred while the train was passing through Gulzarbagh with stones hitting one of its coaches. Coach B-7 was damaged in the attack. However, no passenger was injured.
PPU prepares two, five and 15-year development road map
Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) on Tuesday held a meeting of its college development council (CDC), chaired by vice-chancellor Upendra Prasad Singh, at the university headquarters, where a development road map was prepared for the next two, five and 15 years. PPU registrar Abu Bakar said the council discussed a vision plan for the university and its colleges, focusing on infrastructure, technology, sustainability, student facilities and academic growth.
Fake Army job racket busted in Danapur area, one arrested
Danapur: Danapur Military Intelligence (MI) on Tuesday claimed to have unearthed a clandestine job racket allegedly operating in and around the Danapur cantonment area, while Danapur police have taken a person into custody in connection with the case. The accused has been identified as Rajkishore Sah, a resident of Mahua in Vaishali district.
New Mokama double-line rail bridge opens after CRS approval Original
Patna: After more than a decade-long wait, the new mega double-line rail bridge parallel to the historic Rajendra Pul near Mokama has been opened for traffic operations following final approval from Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) Guru Prakash late Sunday evening. Built at an estimated cost of around Rs 2,400 crore, the bridge is expected to significantly improve rail connectivity between north and south Bihar and provide faster links towards the northeastern region.
All departments must work in sync for Puja rush: ECR GM Original
Patna: Stressing the need for coordination among all departments to ensure a safe and hassle-free travel experience during the Durga Puja rush, East Central Railway (ECR) general manager Dimpy Garg on Monday inspected passenger amenities, safety measures and crowd-management arrangements at Patna Junction. The GM visited platform numbers 1 and 10 and reviewed facilities put in place for the smooth movement and convenience of passengers.
CRS begins safety inspection of new rail bridge near Mokama
Patna: Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Eastern Circle, Kolkata, Guru Prakash on Saturday began a two-day mandatory inspection of the newly built rail bridge parallel to the existing Rajendra Pul near Mokama under the Danapur division of East Central Railway (ECR). ECR chief public relations officer Saraswati Chandra said the inspection is a key step before the bridge is opened for regular train services.
Snakes on a train: Charmers’ money-making act derailed Original
Patna: Forget tea, samosas and the usual sales pitch in a train coach. Passengers aboard the Amritsar-Purnia Court Janseva Express (14618) on Friday got an unexpected offer: pay up or get a closer look at a snake. Six snake charmers allegedly turned the general coach into a travelling show, displaying snakes and collecting money from passengers before the Railway Protection Force (RPF) decided it was time to end the performance.
Six snake charmers held from train for collecting money
Patna: Railway Protection Force (RPF) arrested six snake charmers for allegedly collecting money from passengers by displaying snakes in the general coach of Amritsar-Purnia Court Janseva Express (14618) on Friday. ECR chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said the incident came to light after Sonepur RPF received a message through ‘RailMadad’ regarding the presence of snake charmers in the train and their activities of seeking money from passengers by showing them snakes.
Rlys to run 17 pairs of festival special trains
Patna: East Central Railway (ECR) will operate at least 17 pairs of festival special trains on multiple routes from stations under its jurisdiction to manage the expected passenger rush during Durga Puja , Diwali and Chhath. ECR chief public relations officer Saraswati Chandra said the weekly Chelapalli (Hyderabad)–Danapur special will run from Oct 4 to Nov 29, departing Chelapalli on Sundays and Danapur on Mondays.
Rly board launches voluntary cleanliness drive at Patna Junction
Patna: Railway Board additional member (planning) Neelmani on Thursday launched a voluntary cleanliness and hygiene drive at Patna Junction, urging railway employees and passengers to contribute towards keeping railway stations and their surroundings neat and clean. Danapur senior divisional commercial manager Abhinav Siddarth said the voluntary service will be observed from Oct 1 to 15 as part of the railway’s efforts to promote cleanliness and better hygiene across its premises.
BRC pays tribute to martyrs on raising day
Patna: The Bihar Regimental Centre (BRC) at Danapur cantonment on Thursday celebrated the raising days of the 4th and 6th Bihar battalions with military honours, paying tribute to soldiers who laid down their lives in service of the nation. BRC commandant Brigadier Rakesh Kumar Bora led the commemorative ceremony by laying wreaths at the Veer Smriti Sthal (war memorial) and honouring the martyrs. Serving personnel, veterans and junior commissioned officers participated in the event.
Golden jubilee motorcycle rally flagged off from Danapur
Patna: The golden jubilee motorcycle rally of 14th Bihar Battalion was flagged off by Bihar Regiment Centre (BRC) commandant Brigadier Rakesh Kumar Bora from the BRC ground at Danapur cantonment on Wednesday. The rally, which was organised under the ‘Shaurya Sambandh’ initiative to commemorate 50 years of 14th Bihar Battalion, had reached Danapur cantonment on the evening of Sept 29.
PPU discusses budget for next financial year
Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) on Tuesday held the 27th meeting of its finance committee under the chairmanship of vice-chancellor Upendra Prasad Singh to prepare the budget for the financial year 2027-28. The meeting was conducted in accordance with the directives issued by Governor-cum-chancellor Syed Ata Hasnain.
ECR GM inspects NI work on new Mokama bridge Original
Patna: East Central Railway (ECR) general manager (GM) Dimpy Garg on Monday inspected the non-interlocking (NI) work being carried out at the newly constructed mega rail bridge at Rajendrapul near Mokama under Danapur division of ECR. The NI work, which is being undertaken as part of the commissioning of the new rail bridge, is scheduled to be completed by Oct 4.
393 clear track event at Danapur Agniveer rally
Patna: As many as 477 candidates from Patna and Vaishali districts appeared for the Agniveer recruitment process at Danapur cantonment on Monday. Of the 560 shortlisted candidates, 393 cleared the track event, the first stage of the physical fitness assessment. According to the Danapur zonal recruitment office (ZRO), those who cleared the track event will undergo further stages, including physical fitness tests, document verification and medical examination.
90 more ticket machines to be installed ahead of festive rush
Patna: Danapur division of East Central Railway (ECR) is expanding passenger facilities ahead of the festive rush, with plans to install 90 more automatic ticket vending machines (ATVMs) and strengthen drinking water safety at railway stations. Danapur senior divisional commercial manager Abhinav Siddarth said the additional ATVMs would help passengers procure unreserved tickets through the unreserved ticketing system (UTS) and avoid queues at booking counters.
Rlys launches drive to ensure safe drinking water
Patna: East Central Railway (ECR) has launched a special drive to ensure the availability of safe drinking water for passengers, railway employees and residents of railway colony areas following directives issued by Railway Board.
Maj Gen interacts with military veterans
Patna: General officer commanding (GOC) of Jharkhand and Bihar Maj Gen Jitendra Singh held an interaction meeting with military veterans under the ‘Shaurya Sambandh’ initiative at Danapur sub-area headquarters here on Saturday. During the meeting, Maj Gen Singh interacted directly with ex-servicemen from across Bihar and listened to their issues and concerns.
MU to clear DA arrears of 4,600 pensioners ahead of Durga Puja
Patna: Nearly 4,600 pensioners of MagadhUniversity(MU) are likely to receive their pending dearness allowance (DA) arrears by the end of this month, bringing financial relief ahead of Durga Puja . MU vice-chancellor DilipKumarKeshri said the process of clearing the long-pending dues was underway and necessary steps had been taken to ensure payment within the stipulated timeframe.
Rlys grants temporary stoppages for trains
Patna: In view of the ongoing Pitripaksh Mela, East Central Railway (ECR) has decided to provide temporary stoppages for several passenger trains at Punpun Ghat, Anugrah Narayan Road and Chiraila Pauthu stations located in Aurangabad district to facilitate pilgrims performing rituals for their ancestors. According to ECR chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra, a two-minute stoppage has been granted to at least 22 passenger trains at Punpun Ghat station from Sept 25 to Oct 10.
Barauni-Bhuj Amrit Bharat Express to run thrice a week
Patna: Railways will introduce a new tri-weekly Amrit Bharat Express between Bhuj in Gujarat and Barauni in Bihar to meet growing passenger demand and improve connectivity between the two regions. The Railway Board issued a notification on Friday announcing the train’s launch. The service will operate three times a week from both ends. From Bhuj, the train will run on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, while from Barauni it will depart on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Railway PET postponed amid rain
Patna: The Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC), Patna, has postponed the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) scheduled at Jagjivan Stadium in Khagaul on Sept 26 and 27 due to waterlogging in the field and adverse weather conditions. RRC chairman C K Azad said the test will be conducted on new dates, which will be announced later. Shortlisted candidates will be informed accordingly. The decision was taken to ensure the safety of candidates and the smooth conduct of the examination, he said.
PPU confirms services of 23 employees after probation
Patna: Patliputra University (PPU) on Thursday confirmed the services of 17teachersandsixnon-teachingemployees after they successfully completed their two-year probation period. The decision was taken by a committee headed by vice-chancellor UpendraPrasadSingh. PPU registrar AbuBakar said the teachers and non-teaching employees whose services were confirmed are posted at various constituent and affiliated colleges of the university in Patna and Nalanda districts.
Maj Gen Jitendra Singh reviews development works at Sainik School Nalanda
Patna: General officer commanding (GOC) of Jharkhand and Bihar Sub Area and chairman of the Local Board of Administration (LBA) Maj Gen Jitendra Singh visited Sainik School Nalanda on Thursday and presided over an LBA meeting. Maj Gen Singh reviewed ongoing infrastructure works and facilities being developed for cadets. He also held an interactive session with school authorities and LBA members on academic, administrative and developmental activities.
Danapur army to host Agniveer recruitment rally from today
Patna: The Danapur army recruitment zone will conduct the Agniveer recruitment rally at Danapur cantonment from Sept 22 to Oct 7 with a total of 11,042 candidates expected to participate in the selection process. According to Danapur army recruitment officer Col Bindu Agnihotri, the rally will include candidates applying for various Agniveer categories including technical, tradesman and clerk cadres.
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