Bihar storm: 20 killed, around 100 injured

At least 20 people were killed and around 100 others were injured by storms that struck three Bihar districts - Patna, Purnia and Madhepura-late on Tuesday night.

According to reports, the Bihar Government has launched relief and rescue operations in the affected areas.

A compensation of Rs.4 lakh each has been sanctioned for the next of kin of the victims, media reports said.