PM Modi highlights Bihar’s ‘Waste to Wealth’ initiative, urges citizens to choose eco-friendly clay idols for Ganesh Utsav

July 26, 2026 6:17 PM

PM Modi highlights Bihar’s ‘Waste to Wealth’ initiative, urges citizens to choose eco-friendly clay idols for Ganesh Utsav

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted an innovative plastic recycling initiative in Bihar's Sitamarhi district and renewed his appeal to citizens to opt for eco-friendly clay idols during Ganesh Utsav, emphasizing the importance of environmental conservation and sustainable practices. Addressing the nation during the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said plastic pollution remains a major global environmental challenge and praised the "W...

Bihar: Flood like situation in several parts of state

September 30, 2024 1:18 PM

Bihar: Flood like situation in several parts of state

Several regions in Bihar are facing a severe flood situation following heavy rainfall and the subsequent discharge of water from the Kosi Barrage in Birpur. Incessant rains in the catchment areas of Nepal have caused rivers in bordering districts to reach or exceed danger levels, exacerbating the flooding crisis. As a result, a significant volume of water has been released from both the Kosi and Gandak barrages due to the intense rainfall experienced in northern Bihar and across the border in N...