The Kishanganj News report says villagers noticed the leopard near fields and residential areas. People quickly informed others in the village, and many gathered to watch from a safe distance. Fear spread as residents worried about the safety of children and livestock.

Local authorities and forest officials have been alerted about the situation. Villagers are asking for quick action to track and safely capture the leopard before it causes harm. Officials also advised residents to stay alert and avoid moving alone at night until the animal is located.

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The incident took place in Dhanthola Panchayat under the Dighalbank block. Locals said wild elephants often move through nearby forest areas, and their movement has troubled villages for some time. On this day, the huge elephant walked onto the busy road, forcing people to stop their vehicles and move away quickly for safety.

Villagers stood at a distance and recorded videos of the animal while ensuring their safety. Some residents said such incidents have become more common in the region and have increased concerns among people living near forest areas.

Forest officials advised villagers to stay alert and avoid approaching wild animals. The Kishanganj wild elephant panic highlights the growing conflict between wildlife movement and human settlements in the region.

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During the Kishanganj SHO Abhishek Ranjan raid, investigators searched multiple properties, including homes and offices. Officials found evidence of assets worth crores that appear far beyond his known sources of income.

The raid uncovered luxury properties, land investments, and signs of an expensive lifestyle linked to the officer. Reports say he owned a bungalow worth about ₹2 crore and often spent money on luxury travel and hotels.

EOU teams conducted searches in cities such as Patna, Muzaffarpur, Chhapra, and Siliguri. Officers also examined documents related to property deals and financial transactions during the operation.

Officials believe the assets may exceed ₹20 crore and could be linked to benami investments. The investigation is still ongoing, and more details may come out after further checks.

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EOU teams reached the SHO’s government residence inside the Sadar police station campus early in the morning. Senior officers led the operation, and investigators searched multiple premises connected to the officer.

According to officials, the raid relates to a case registered for acquiring assets beyond known sources of income. The search warrant was issued by a special vigilance court in Patna.

Authorities said Abhishek Ranjan joined the police service in 2009 as a sub-inspector. The investigation is still ongoing, and officials are examining documents and other evidence collected during the raid.

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Officials say the Kishanganj SDPO disproportionate assets case involves several suspected benami properties and investments. The EOU has formed three teams to verify property records and financial transactions linked to the officer. The teams are working in multiple districts to collect evidence.

One team has been camping in Kishanganj and Purnia for several days. It is verifying information about land, assets, and financial links connected to the officer. Another team is checking properties in Araria, Munger, and Patna. A third team may soon travel to Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram to examine more suspected assets.

Investigators also found possible links between the officer and several influential individuals and suspected mafia groups. Authorities are reviewing call records and financial connections as part of the ongoing probe.

If the allegations are confirmed, officials may take strict legal action against the officer under corruption laws.

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The Fake Aadhaar Card Racket in Kishanganj operated secretly from a grocery shop. The accused allegedly created fake Aadhaar cards and other documents for hundreds of people. During the raid, police seized Aadhaar cards linked to nearly 400 names along with laptops, biometric scanners, fingerprint devices, ATM cards, passbooks, and several official stamps.

Officials said they received intelligence about illegal document preparation in the border region. A special police team tracked the activity for several days before conducting the raid and collecting evidence.

Initial investigation shows that the racket had a wide network across Seemanchal and extended to parts of West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh. Authorities are now probing whether the network had links to illegal infiltration or other criminal activities.

Police have registered a case and launched further raids to identify other members of the gang.

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The incident happened in villages of the Dighalbank block near the Nepal border. A herd of elephants stayed in maize fields for several days and later moved toward nearby homes. During the night, one elephant broke the wall of a villager’s house and destroyed stored food grains. Family members quickly escaped and avoided injury.

Villagers said elephants also damaged crops and houses in nearby settlements, increasing fear in the area. Many residents now stay alert at night because the animals often move toward villages after dark. Wild elephants havoc in Kishanganj has forced some families to remain awake and guard their homes.

Forest officials said teams will monitor the herd and help keep people safe. Authorities also advised villagers to use preventive measures to keep elephants away from residential areas.

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According to police, the Kishanganj road accident occurred when a speeding car hit a motorcycle carrying two youths who were crossing the road. The strong impact killed both riders on the spot.

A third youth stood on the other side of the road when the accident happened. The car lost control after the collision and overturned, hitting him as well. He suffered serious injuries and died soon after the crash.

The victims were identified as Nazir Ahmed (31) and Shadab Anjum (25) from Kanta Tarabari village in Dighalbank block. The third victim, Shah Alam (25), was a resident of Khaikhat village.

Police said the two riders had gone to buy biryani after offering Taraweeh prayers. Officers seized the damaged vehicles and sent the bodies for post-mortem. Police have started an investigation into the accident.

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The incident took place at Thakurganj railway station in Kishanganj district. The DEMU train (No. 75719) was travelling from Malda to Siliguri and reached platform number 1 around 2:52 pm. Soon after arrival, the driver informed railway officials that his shift had ended and he could not continue the journey.

According to railway safety rules, a loco pilot can work only about 9–10 hours continuously. The driver said he had already completed his duty and refused to operate the train further without rest.

The decision created confusion among passengers. Traders, labourers, and families travelling to Siliguri and nearby areas waited on the platform for hours.

Later, railway officials arranged another driver from a nearby station. After almost three hours, the train finally resumed its journey while the Loco Pilot Stopped Train incident sparked discussion about railway staffing and duty rules.

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Officials summoned the two men to the Kishanganj Sadar police station. Investigators questioned them for several hours about their contacts, financial activities, and possible involvement with the organisation.

This operation marked the fourth NIA visit to Kishanganj in recent months. The agency has increased surveillance in the district since Nadvi’s arrest. Officers believe the area may have served as an important network hub.

Mahboob Alam Nadvi was arrested earlier in connection with a larger terror conspiracy case registered in Bihar. The case relates to alleged attempts to spread radical ideology and disturb public order.

During the latest action, NIA teams also checked documents and gathered local intelligence. Security remained tight around the police station throughout the questioning.

Officials did not confirm any arrests on Friday. They stated that the investigation is ongoing and more people may be questioned if new leads emerge.

The NIA continues to focus on dismantling banned organisations and preventing extremist activities across the state.

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