Patna Metro Services Suspended for One Day as Trial Run Scheduled
Patna Metro Rail Corporation announced a major metro trial run between Bhootnath and Malahi Pakri stations on February 26, 2026. As a result, regular revenue services will remain suspended for the day. Officials said operations will resume normally from February 27. The corporation described the trial as a key step toward ensuring safer, faster and improved passenger travel.
Bihar Power Tariff Revision May Raise Rural Electricity Bills from April
Bihar is likely to revise electricity tariffs from April 1, potentially increasing power bills for rural consumers while offering limited relief to some urban households. The move follows a tribunal order to recover pending dues worth ₹3,200 crore. Officials expect a final decision by mid-March, with revised rates remaining effective until March 31, 2027.
Two Bihar Officials Arrested in Separate Vigilance Bribery Cases
Bihar’s Vigilance Investigation Bureau arrested two government officials in separate bribery cases following trap operations. A survey amin was allegedly caught taking ₹20,000 for clearing land survey work, while a block supply officer was detained for accepting ₹10,000 linked to foodgrain allocation. Authorities said legal procedures are underway, with further anti-corruption actions expected across departments.
Bihar Makes High-Security Number Plates Mandatory, Issues Compliance Advisory
Bihar’s Transport Department has mandated High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) for all vehicles, directing owners without plates to install them through authorized dealers. Officials said many vehicles have HSRP fitted but remain unupdated in departmental records. Vehicle owners receiving SMS alerts are advised to contact district transport offices to verify and update data, preventing penalties or future inconvenience.
Funding Dispute Suspends Pensions of 50,000 Retired Teachers in Bihar
Pensions for nearly 50,000 retired university teachers and staff in Bihar have been suspended after the finance department froze payments over missing utilisation certificates. Officials said incomplete documentation from several universities stalled fund clearance, leaving retirees without monthly income. Authorities stated pensions will resume only after valid records are submitted, while affected pensioners criticised the delay and uncertainty
Passport Seva Mobile Van Expands Doorstep Services Across Bihar’s Remote Districts
The Passport Seva Mobile Van has expanded passport services across remote districts in Bihar, reducing travel challenges for residents. Operated by the Regional Passport Office, Patna, the initiative has organised multiple outreach camps and processed over 1,700 applications. Officials said the fully equipped mobile unit provides biometric verification and on-site document checks, improving access, transparency and service efficiency.
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Mother and Four-Year-Old Daughter Killed in Early Morning Fire in Supaul
A young mother and her four-year-old daughter died after a late-night fire engulfed a thatched house in Bihar’s Supaul district. Police suspect an electrical fault or stove sparks as the possible cause. The victims were reportedly asleep when the blaze broke out. Authorities have launched an investigation, while the bodies were sent for postmortem examination.
