Patna: The state health department has taken note of a large number of govt doctors remaining absent from duty across several districts, with reports submitted by civil surgeons pointing to gaps in attendance and service delivery at health facilities.A total of 120 doctors from seven districts were found absent from duty during a two-day review…

Patna: Misuse of a battery management application has emerged as a concern for e-rickshaw drivers in Patna, with operators alleging that unauthorised access to the software has temporarily locked batteries, leaving vehicles stranded and causing financial losses. Local dealers and the Patna District E-Rickshaw Drivers Association have called for greater awareness and stricter regulation of…

Patna: Traffic in New Karbighiya area remained paralysed for nearly three hours on Wednesday as enraged family members and local residents staged a road blockade demanding the safe recovery of a 25-year-old youth, who was allegedly abducted on July 6. Protesters burned tyres, raised slogans against the police and dispersed only after senior police and…