Bihar
INFOCOM 2019 organises state forums to showcase their potential
December 9, 2019
The three-day conference INFOCOM in its 18th edition has adopted the theme of facing the challenges of VUCA world and winning. VUCA is an acronym that stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity, a combination of qualities that, taken together, characterise the n...
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La première femme pilote dans la marine indienne
December 4, 2019
La première femme pilote de la marine indienne, la sous-lieutenante Shivangi, pourra célébrer la journée nationale de la marine en ce 4 décembre. Recevant ses ailes et rejoignant la base navale de Kochi le 2 décembre, cette jeune femme originaire du Bihar s’est dite trè...
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Air pollution in India
November 16, 2019
India’s air pollution continues to worsen each year, inflicting thousands of deaths on a hapless populace while politicians play blame game.
Read MoreChhath Puja: an age-old ritual for the Sun god
November 8, 2019
Chhath Puja, also known as Dala Puja is a Hindu festival which is celebrated with gaiety and religious fervor mainly in northern and eastern states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The word Chhath means sixth in Maithili, Nepali, and Bhojpuri languages. De...
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Millions suffer floods fury in India
July 19, 2019
More than three million people have been displaced across the northern and north-eastern India because of monsoon that has not only destroyed homes but cost the lives of many.
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Exploring the unexplored places of Jharkhand
February 2, 2019
Located in the eastern part of India, Jharkhand is not really considered a popular tourist destination by many. However, this place not only abounds in beauty but also has several hidden gems that have not yet been explored.
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The son also rises
December 5, 2017
Rahul Gandhi, scion of India's most enduring political dynasty will now preside over the 132-year old Indian National Congress. The 'crown' of president poses several challenges for Rahul Gandhi. Will he sink or lead the party? Only time will tell.
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Soaring air fares in flood-hit Bengal
August 23, 2017
The air fares to the flood affected parts of North Bengal and bordering Bihar are seeing an all time high amidst a disaster that has left it disconnected and inaccessible via the railways or roadways, making the bag heavy for the airline companies.
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L’art des peintures « Madhubani »
August 16, 2017
La peinture de « Madhubani » prend racine dans la tradition d’une région éponyme de l’Etat du Bihar (Nord) qui a préservé une culture et une identité très particulières à travers les siècles. Suivre l’autoroute 52 qui passe par la ville de Madhubani, dans la rÃ...
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A political somersault in the state of Bihar
July 28, 2017
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar joined hands with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as he jilted an uncomfortable ally, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), and became the chief minister for the sixth time. What are the political ramifications for Indian politics?
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No respite for healthcare crisis in India
July 5, 2017
Even as nine of India’s poorest states are worst affected in terms of healthcare, the budget allocated to this crucial aspect of governance is not fully utilised, as per a report by IndiaSpend.
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Persistent conflicts on the Red Corridors reveal India’s tribal crisis
April 28, 2017
India has labelled the Maoists as rebels long back and the Naxalites have remained prompt in their answers; the recent one was reported in a tribal (adivasi) heartland, where 25 paramilitary soldiers were killed in Sukma, a remote district in Chhattisgarh.
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