Fri Jan 17 00:47:46 UTC 2025: ## Bihar CM Announces ₹430 Crore Development Package; ISRO Achieves Space Docking Milestone; Saif Ali Khan Attacked; 8th Pay Commission Announced
**Patna, Bihar & New Delhi, India** – Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited Khagaria, Bihar, as part of his “Pragati Yatra,” announcing a ₹430 crore development package for the region. Meanwhile, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) made history, becoming the fourth country to successfully perform a space docking maneuver as part of its Spdex mission. In a separate incident, actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked with a knife at his home by intruders and is currently hospitalized. Finally, the Indian government approved the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, promising salary and pension hikes for 1.27 crore central government employees and pensioners. While exact figures are yet to be determined, experts predict significant increases, potentially raising minimum salaries to between ₹54,000 and ₹63,000 depending on the final recommendations. These calculations are based on previous pay commission increases and are estimates only. The official details will be released following the 8th Pay Commission’s recommendations.
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