A recent road transport ministry report reveals a grim reality: 2,161 lives were lost to potholes in 2023, a 16.4% increase from the previous year. Overall, road fatalities reached 1.73 lakh, with speeding as the primary cause. Shockingly, non-use of helmets and seatbelts contributed to a significant number of deaths.

Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, declared at a Samvidhaan Suraksha Sammelan in Motihari that he carries his father Lalu Prasad Yadav's fighting spirit, accusing the BJP-led government of undermining the Constitution. He urged citizens to unite to protect their rights, warning of potential loss of vote, ration, pension, and assets, ultimately leading to dictatorship.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visits to Japan and China aim to bolster India's national interests by strengthening strategic partnerships and expanding economic and technological cooperation. He will attend the 15th Annual Summit in Japan and the SCO Summit in China, focusing on regional peace, security, and sustainable development.

To safeguard working equines during pilgrimages, the Centre has issued welfare guidelines focusing on humane treatment and disease prevention. These guidelines mandate registration, health certifications, acclimatization, and load limits for equines involved in yatras like Amarnath and Char Dham.

In Bihar, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and CPI (ML) Liberation are the only parties to file claims and objections on the draft electoral roll. RJD's booth level agents submitted three, while CPI(ML) Liberation filed 79. Over 1.9 lakh claims and objections were received from electors, with 24,991 resolved.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed the media on the third day of the organisation's centenary event, emphasizing the importance of values and tradition in education alongside technology. He advocated for Sanskrit study to understand India's knowledge and culture, while clarifying the RSS's coordination with the BJP government, acknowledging potential struggles but denying any quarrel.

Intelligence agencies have issued a high alert in Bihar after three Pakistani terrorists reportedly entered through the Nepal border, prompting intensified security measures and a reward for information. In a Noida dowry case, a twist emerged as the victim's statement indicated a cylinder blast, contrasting with dowry harassment claims.

On the 11-year completion of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday emphasised how India's economy has progressed over the years and how crores of citizens have been connected to the financial system.

Gorakhpur, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is emerging as a significant industrial hub due to incentive-driven policies and improved connectivity. GIDA has allocated 182 acres for 54 new units, attracting major investments from companies like PepsiCo, Adani Group's Ambuja Cement and Coca-Cola's Amrit Bottlers. Further investments are expected from Reliance Consumer Products and Shree Cements, boosting the region's industrial growth.

Intelligence agencies alerted Bihar authorities about three Pakistani terrorists entering through Nepal. Vehicle checks are underway in border areas. Police stations are on high alert. A reward of Rs 50,000 is offered for information. The terrorists, identified as Hasnain, Adil, and Usman, arrived in Kathmandu in August. They are suspected to have entered Bihar through Araria district.

Arundhati Roy, at her memoir launch, 'Mother Mary Comes to Me,' stated that those labeled 'anti-nationals' often genuinely care about the country, while self-proclaimed nationalists prioritize personal wealth. She described her memoir as a tribute to her mother, Mary Roy, a women’s rights activist. «I write when it becomes harder to keep quiet than to write,» Roy told PTI.

The Bharatiya Janata Party has accused Rahul Gandhi's 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar of using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A viral video allegedly shows individuals using a slur against PM Modi during the Yatra in Darbhanga district.

The BJP has strongly condemned Rahul Gandhi and Tejaswi Yadav after a video surfaced from a Bihar rally allegedly showing offensive language used against PM Modi and his late mother. The BJP accused the opposition leaders of stooping to the lowest form of politics, crossing all boundaries of insult and vulgarity. The party stated that the people of Bihar would not forgive them.

The BJP has strongly condemned Rahul Gandhi and Tejaswi Yadav after a video surfaced from a Bihar rally allegedly showing offensive language used against PM Modi and his late mother. The BJP accused the opposition leaders of stooping to the lowest form of politics, crossing all boundaries of insult and vulgarity. The party stated that the people of Bihar would not forgive them.

Saurabh Bharadwaj expressed gratitude after an Enforcement Directorate raid at his home. The ED seized his phone during the raid. Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh checked in on him. AAP workers showed solidarity. The ED conducted searches at 13 locations in Delhi-NCR. The action relates to alleged irregularities in hospital construction projects. AAP dismissed the case as political vendetta.

The Supreme Court has provided journalist Abhisar Sharma with four weeks of protection from arrest regarding an FIR filed by Assam Police. The case stems from a video criticizing the Assam government's alleged communal politics and land allocation for a cement factory.

In a joint operation with Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Indian Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in the Gurez sector. Alert troops spotted and challenged the intruders, leading to a fierce exchange of fire. The operation, codenamed Naushera Nar IV, resulted in the neutralization of two terrorists, with the anti-terror operation still in progress.

Opposition parties, including CPI, are increasingly boycotting joint parliamentary committees, deeming them ineffective under the BJP government. Following similar decisions by TMC, SP, Sena UBT, and AAP regarding the JPC on controversial bills, pressure mounts on Congress to reconsider its participation. This potential complete boycott highlights a significant division within the anti-BJP alliance, driven by hostility towards the government's initiatives.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held a telephonic conversation with the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, with both leaders exchanging views on the recent meeting in Washington involving European, US, and Ukrainian leaders aimed at resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict.