Bhagalpur: The 17th foundation day of Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, was marked on Wednesday with the showcasing of more than 53 improved crop varieties and 79 agricultural technologies developed by its scientists and researchers.Speaking on the occasion, BAU vice-chancellor D R Singh highlighted the university’s 16-year journey in agricultural education, research and extension services….

Patna: Environment activist Father Robert Athickal, 73, died on Sunday night due to cardiac-related complications, informed the parishioners of Queen of Apostles Church on Monday. He had been admitted to Holy Family Hospital for several days, but his condition worsened despite treatment and medication.Father Robert founded ‘Tarumitra’ (Friends of Trees) in Patna in 1988,s mobilising…