NTPC exploring 2 nuclear power units of 1,400 MW in Banka district of BiharState-owned NTPC is planning two 700 MW nuclear units in Bihar's Banka district. This project could involve an investment of Rs 25,000 cror...
26 Apr, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
ED flags Rs 131-cr mining 'scam' to Bihar govt; seeks fresh FIRThe Enforcement Directorate alerted the Bihar government to a Rs 131 crore sand mining scam in Banka district, potentially involving politi...
30 Jul, 2025, 02.25 PM IST
Bihar police bust fake police station in Banka, seven arrested so farThe gang was conducting their operation under the nose of the Banka police and Banka administration brazenly using police uniforms of sub-i...
23 Aug, 2022, 06.01 PM IST
Bihar Elections: Higher voting in districts with more migrantsVoter turnout in the first two phases of Bihar election indicates an increase in voting percentage in districts where higher percentage of ...
04 Nov, 2020, 09.39 AM IST
PM Narendra Modi to dedicate to nation 3 petroleum projects in BiharThe 193-km long Durgapur-Banka pipeline section, built by state-owned Indian Oil Corp (IOC), is a part of the Paradip-Haldia-Durgapur Pipel...
13 Sep, 2020, 03.38 PM IST
Seven Maoists arrested in BiharSeven hardcore Maoists were today arrested by security forces from a bus stand in Banka district of Bihar, a police official said.
13 Jul, 2018, 04.40 PM IST
Ex-cook of IAF officers' mess detained for having secret informationA native of Banka district in Bihar, Shashikant Jha was initially detained by the IAF and was later handed over to the police on being foun...
08 Jul, 2018, 07.25 PM IST
How startup Banka Silk is empowering weavers and artisans from BiharThe identity of artisans was created in the name of Banka Silk to provide them recognition across national and global platforms.
12 Jun, 2017, 06.30 AM IST
Bihar records peacefull polling in 49 constituencies, 39% average voter turnoutIn the first phase, polling in all the 49 constituencies is peaceful with average of about 39 per cent voter turnout by 12 noon.
12 Oct, 2015, 02.06 PM IST
Maoists attack canal construction site in Bihar, torch vehiclesBanka's Sub-Divisional Police Officer said the incident occurred near Rathokia where the state irrigation department is constructing a cana...
08 Aug, 2015, 11.54 AM IST
Maoists attack bridge construction site; 9 injuredA group of Maoist ultras attacked a bridge construction site in Banka district, thrashing workers, shooting indiscriminately and torching v...
20 Jul, 2015, 02.10 PM IST
- Security to be stepped in Bihar during holy 'Shrawan' month
Station House Officers (SHOs) of Belhar, Katoria, Chandan and Suia police stations and Officers In-Charge (OIC) of Anandpur, Jaipur and Kes...
28 Jul, 2013, 04.04 PM IST
CEA recommends Kakwara site for ultra mega power project in BiharThe CEA recommends setting up of Bihar's first 4,000 MW ultra mega power project at Kakwara in Banka district without any environmental iss...
15 Mar, 2013, 05.15 PM IST
Hardcore Maoist held in BiharPolice arrest a hardcore Maoist, carrying a reward of Rs. 50,000 on his head, in Banka district of Bihar state.
16 Jan, 2013, 03.38 PM IST
- Maoists kill two persons in Bihar
Joint operations have been launched by district armed police personnel in Jamui and Banka districts to nab the ultras.
02 Aug, 2011, 10.33 AM IST
- Navratri: 10 killed in Bihar temple stampede
More than 45,000 devotees had thronged Durga temple at Tildiha village under Sambhuganj police station area for offering prayers.
17 Oct, 2010, 07.07 AM IST
- Maharich adopts Mahadalit rat eaters of Gularia in Bihar
Gates has adopted Gularia village to help improve socio-economic condition.
13 May, 2010, 10.22 AM IST