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Patna: Tensions within the Janata Dal (United) have surfaced again after Anand Mohan publicly criticized the party leadership over the decision to give his son, Chetan Anand, only deputy minister...
Political leaders from multiple states took to social media on Wednesday to felicitate Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on his birthday. The chorus of messages underlined his pivotal role in modernising...
Bihar's aviation sector received a major push as Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary formally transferred Darbhanga Airport's security to CISF Director General Praveer Ranjan during a ceremonial flag and...
In a development that's set Bihar's political circles alight, Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary met former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at his Patna home on Saturday. The 30-minute session, attended by...
In a show of unwavering loyalty, JD(U) cadres in Patna welcomed former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar with unprecedented enthusiasm at the JD(U) office on Sunday. Marking Bhamashah Jayanti, the event...
Bihar's vocal parliamentarian Pappu Yadav unleashed a torrent of criticism against AAP turncoats Raghav Chadha and six others who switched to the BJP, demanding their immediate arrest by the Punjab...
In a post-floor test showdown in Patna, Bihar's NDA heavyweights launched a scathing attack on the opposition, particularly targeting RJD's Tejashwi Yadav. The ruling alliance expressed unwavering...
In a decisive moment for Bihar politics, the Samrat Chaudhary-led NDA government breezed through its trust vote in the state assembly on Friday. Voice voting sealed the deal, with the ruling...
In a packed Bihar Legislative Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, RJD's national executive president, turned the confidence vote debate into a blistering critique of the Nitish Kumar-BJP split. Speaking after...
The Bihar Legislative Assembly gears up for a high-stakes special session on Friday, where the freshly minted NDA government under Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary aims to clinch a confidence vote....
In a blistering critique that has rocked Patna's political corridors, Tejashwi Yadav, RJD's national executive president, declared Bihar's government treasury bankrupt from unchecked corruption....
In a significant development for Bihar politics, Nitish Kumar's son Nishant is embarking on an extensive tour across the state, drawing enthusiastic endorsements from JD(U) heavyweights. Deputy CM...
Bihar's political corridors buzzed with anticipation after Nitish Kumar moved to Rajya Sabha. The wait is over: Kumar has handpicked Shrawan Kumar, his most trusted ally, to lead the JDU legislative...
In a blistering defense of Narendra Modi's humble origins, BJP MP Ramkripal Yadav took West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to task for labeling the Prime Minister's jhal muri indulgence in Jhargram as a...
In a strategic maneuver, Bihar's JD(U) has placed the responsibility of choosing the new leader of its legislative wing squarely in the hands of Nitish Kumar, just days after he stepped down as Chief...
In a pointed attack, JD(U)'s Rajiv Ranjan slammed Congress for its handling of the women's reservation bill, predicting electoral doom for the party and its allies. Speaking in Patna, he advised...
In a sweeping reform, Bihar's fiery opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav dismantled the RJD's old student wing, birthing the Socialist Students Association of India (SSAI) with ambitions to span the...
In a pointed attack amid the buzz around a special Parliament session, Bihar BJP chief Sanjay Saravgi has questioned Congress's motives on the long-pending Women's Reservation Bill, calling their...
The political landscape in Bihar is set for a significant shift, with Janata Dal (United)'s Sanjay Kumar Jha dropping hints of an impending Chief Minister announcement. Speaking to media, the senior...
In Madhepura on April 12, political strategist turned Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor dropped bombshells on the NDA's Bihar strategy, predicting unending woes for the state under their rule. He...
In a heated political retort from Patna, JD(U) spokesperson Saket Singh has accused RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav of indulging in 'false propaganda' against Nitish Kumar to stay in the limelight. The...
In a bold broadside against the ruling NDA, Bihar opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav claimed Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is under intense pressure to vacate his post. Speaking in the state assembly,...
In a smooth political maneuver, Harivansh Narayan Singh, the seasoned journalist and former Deputy Chairman, has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha once more. Sworn in on Friday by Vice President...
In a dramatic turn amid speculation of Nitish Kumar's national ambitions, JD(U) loyalists in Patna have rolled out posters making an impassioned plea for him to remain Bihar's guardian. The campaign,...
In a development that has gripped Bihar's political landscape, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will assume his Rajya Sabha seat today, fueling talks of his stepping down from the state helm. Senior JD(U)...
A seismic shift is underway in Bihar politics as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar gears up for his Rajya Sabha swearing-in today. The development has set the stage for his imminent resignation from the...
The political landscape in Bihar has shifted dramatically following Nitish Kumar's elevation to the Rajya Sabha. Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav clarified the roadmap ahead, highlighting the...
In a vibrant display of state pride, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar officially launched the 114th Bihar Diwas festivities at Gandhi Maidan, Patna, with a traditional lamp-lighting and balloon...
Delhi witnessed a high-profile political realignment on Sunday as former JD(U) stalwart KC Tyagi joined Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) under the watchful eyes of Union Minister and RLD chief Jayant...
As Bihar celebrated its foundation day on March 22, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar publicly thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his warm tribute to the state's cultural splendor and developmental...
The ripples of war in the Middle East have touched almost every nation, according to Bihar Government Minister Ramakripal Yadav. In a candid address from Patna, he detailed how escalating petroleum...
On Bihar Day, March 22, a chorus of greetings poured in from India's top leadership, celebrating the state's foundational legacy. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Home Minister Amit Shah, and chief...
On the occasion of Bihar Day, India's leadership united in sending festive greetings and optimism for the future. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Bihar's evolution, stating the province that once...
Gaya, March 21 – Cutting through the haze of uncertainty, Bihar Panchayati Raj Minister Deepak Prakash declared on Saturday that panchayat elections in the state will adhere to the fixed schedule,...
India's Eid al-Fitr celebrations lit up the nation on March 21, with vibrant prayers at mosques and streets alive with greetings. The festival, concluding the holy month of fasting, saw communities...
A fresh political storm has brewed in Bihar over rival leadership narratives, with NDA leaders closing ranks to affirm the supremacy of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's governance approach. It all began...
In a significant boost to Bihar's developmental landscape, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar embarked on the fourth leg of 'Samriddhi Yatra' Friday, targeting Gaya and Aurangabad with a flurry of project...
In a significant boost to Bihar's development agenda, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar spearheaded the inauguration and groundbreaking of over 300 projects across Munger and Lakhisarai on Thursday as part...
In a landmark moment for Jamui district, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated and laid foundations for development projects totaling Rs 914 crore during his Samriddhi Yatra stop on...
The air in Bihar politics thickens with speculation over leadership changes, but Minister Ram Kripal Yadav has cut through the noise. Speaking in Patna, he firmly stated that the National Democratic...
Amid the dust settling from Bihar's Rajya Sabha election results, Tejashwi Yadav, the fiery young leader of RJD, didn't mince words. The Opposition Leader asserted that Mahagathbandhan's defeat...
Union Minister Chirag Paswan has put an end to all rumors by declaring that Bihar's upcoming Chief Minister will hail from the BJP, and he is not in the race. Speaking to reporters in Patna, the Lok...
In a swift move to quash rumors, Bihar's Rural Development Minister Ashok Chaudhary has officially disclosed the birth date of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, amid his rising...
Bihar's political scene gained a new face on Sunday as Nishant Kumar, the son of long-time Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, officially joined the Janata Dal (United) party. The ceremony at JD(U)'s Patna...
In a stunning forecast from Mumbai, Congress heavyweight Hussain Dalwai has proclaimed the end of Nitish Kumar's dominance in Bihar, predicting a BJP leader will soon helm the state as chief...
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar kicked off a landmark 542 crore tunnel project on Sunday, set to bridge the Bihar Museum and Patna Museum for easier public access. At the Hatauli Mor site along...
In a fiery response to reports of Nishant Kumar stepping into Bihar politics, RJD leader Mrityunjay Tiwari hailed Tejashwi Yadav's foresight. Speaking exclusively, Tiwari dissected the dramatic...
In a candid assessment of Bihar's political future, JD(U) spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan Prasad predicts a major boost for the party if Nishant Kumar, son of CM Nitish Kumar, enters the fray. Party...
On International Women's Day, a chorus of greetings from India's chief ministers highlighted the nation's push towards gender parity. From Bihar's Nitish Kumar to Rajasthan's Bhajanlal Sharma,...
In a hands-on approach to development, Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar descended upon Bakhtiarpur in Patna district on March 7, scrutinizing multiple under-construction landmarks. His message was...
In a strong endorsement, Union Minister Satish Chandra Dubey today affirmed that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's shift to Rajya Sabha won't diminish his role in the state's advancement. Stationed...
Bihar's political circles are buzzing with excitement as Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, steps into the arena. JD(U) parliamentarian Sanjay Jha announced that the young entrant will join the party...
In a move that's sending ripples through Bihar's political circles, Nishant Kumar is poised to make his debut in the Janata Dal (United) on March 8. The son of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been...
In a significant political development in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has decided to shift gears by eyeing a Rajya Sabha berth, simultaneously introducing his son Nishant to the political...
In a significant development for Bihar politics, JD(U) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar revealed that party workers' insistent calls have paved the way for Nishant Kumar's entry into the political arena....
In a candid interview amid swirling political buzz, UP Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar lampooned Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's overtures toward Rajya Sabha, calling it the fulfillment of his long-held...
In a candid interview from Azamgarh, UP Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar dismissed Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha aspirations as a natural progression of unchecked political hunger. 'Every...
In a candid moment at a Lucknow iftar party, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav unleashed a barrage of sarcasm aimed at Bihar's veteran leader Nitish Kumar. 'We wanted him as Prime Minister,'...
In a gathering laced with iftar festivities in Lucknow, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav unleashed a barrage of witty criticism aimed at Bihar's seasoned Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. As news...
The BJP's knack for turning allies into adversaries has drawn fierce criticism from JMM MP Mahua Majhi. In an IANS interview from Ranchi, she dissected Bihar's turmoil, controversial governor shifts,...
A wave of resentment has swept through Bihar following Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to contest for Rajya Sabha. JD(U) loyalists, from grassroots workers to elected representatives, express...
The political landscape in Bihar is heating up as Jharkhand Congress leader Rakesh Sinha labels Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's pivot to Rajya Sabha a direct affront to Bihar's voters. In an IANS...
In a heartfelt endorsement, Jharkhand's opposition leader Babulal Marandi celebrated Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha bid as proof that power isn't his sole aim. Speaking in Ranchi, Marandi said...
In a fiery broadside against the Modi administration, Congress MP Udit Raj mocked the US-granted exemption for Russian crude imports into India. 'Our hukumran (rulers) are now Donald Trump,' he...
Purnea MP Pappu Yadav, a vocal Congress leader, has stirred Bihar politics by suggesting that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar appoint his son Nishant as the next CM to protect the JD(U) from crumbling....
In a move that's stirring up Bihar's political landscape, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar formally submitted his Rajya Sabha nomination papers on Thursday, potentially stepping away from state helm. LJP...
In a strong endorsement, Bihar Minister Santosh Suman congratulated CM Nitish Kumar on securing JD(U)'s Rajya Sabha ticket and submitting his nomination, predicting a transformative impact on India's...
Former Samajwadi MP ST Hasan couldn't hide his astonishment at Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's abrupt Rajya Sabha ambitions. 'How can this even happen?' he wondered aloud during a media interaction in...
In a dramatic turn in Bihar politics, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha nomination has been labeled a coerced move by RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav. The senior leader alleged that a...
Bihar's political scene buzzed with anticipation as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar dropped a bombshell: he's heading to the Rajya Sabha. Shared first on X, the decision led to his nomination filing on...
Bihar's volatile politics took another twist as CM Nitish Kumar opts for Rajya Sabha, prompting sharp reactions. Ruling allies hail it as a strategic move, but RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav paints a...
The corridors of power in Bihar are buzzing after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar opted for a Rajya Sabha berth, igniting a fresh wave of political drama. Tejashwi Yadav, the combative RJD leader and...
Patna/New Delhi buzzes with political activity as Bihar CM Nitish Kumar secures JD(U)'s nomination for the 2026 Rajya Sabha elections. NDA partners, including BJP and LJP(RV), have showered praise,...
Bihar's political corridors are buzzing after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar declared his intent to enter the Rajya Sabha, promising unwavering guidance to the new state government. The announcement has...
In a scathing attack, Congress MP Udit Raj has accused Bihar CM Nitish Kumar of preparing to stab the state's voters in the back by eyeing a Rajya Sabha seat. The move, Kumar confirmed on social...
Across India, the air is filled with the scent of sweets and the splash of colors as Holi unfolds with unmatched fervor. Chief Ministers from key states have taken to social media to convey their...
Amid heightened speculation about Nishant Kumar's Rajya Sabha nomination, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) legislator Raju Tiwari has voiced strong support, stating that his entry into politics would...
Bihar's political landscape lit up on March 1 as Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary marked Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's 75th birthday with a personal visit to his home, offering sincere...
Union Minister Giriraj Singh dropped a bombshell in Patna today, claiming AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi's criticism of PM Modi's Israel tour stems from Jinnah's lingering influence. 'The ghost of...
In a glowing tribute on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's 75th birthday, Bihar's Building Construction Minister Ashok Choudhary praised the veteran leader's transformative contributions to the state's...
In a measured response to the brewing Iran-Israel conflict, Union Minister Chirag Paswan reiterated India's unwavering commitment to peace. 'We are never in favor of war,' he declared during a media...
On the 61st death anniversary of Dr. Rajendra Prasad, India's inaugural President and Bharat Ratna awardee, BJP's top brass including president Nitin Nabin led a wave of commemorations. The event,...
The honeymoon of Bihar's NDA government appears over, with RJD firebrand Tejashwi Yadav unleashing a blistering critique on the state's collapsing security apparatus. On February 25 in Patna, the...
In Patna's political corridors, tension simmered as RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav unleashed a blistering critique of the NDA's 21-year tenure in Bihar. Labeling the state as India's poverty and...
The Bihar Legislative Assembly's budget session turned into a battleground Monday as RJD spokesperson Shakti Singh Yadav unleashed a blistering critique of the state government's functioning....
After a 20-year absence, Kanishk Narayan, the UK's Artificial Intelligence Minister from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, has returned to his homeland. His arrival in Patna on Friday morning marked an emotional...
Motihari erupted in political fireworks on Friday as BJP legislator Krishna Nandan Paswan lambasted opposition stalwart Tejashwi Yadav, branding him mentally insolvent and out of touch. Paswan...
In Patna's buzzing political corridors, Bihar minister Lakhan Dev Paswan unleashed a witty counterattack against Tejashwi Yadav's accusation branding Chief Minister Nitish Kumar a 'puppet'....
Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar made a significant stop in Rajgir on Saturday, diving deep into preparations for the 2026 Malmas Mela while overseeing key infrastructure projects. Starting at...
In a strong endorsement, JD(U)'s Rajiv Ranjan predicts the India-US trade deal will turbocharge India's growth story. Addressing concerns raised by Rahul Gandhi on economic policies and global ties,...
A senior CPI(ML) lawmaker from Bihar has blown the whistle on what he calls a sinister plot by the BJP to disqualify Rahul Gandhi from the Lok Sabha. Rajaram Singh, speaking in Patna on Monday,...
In a fiery rebuttal to former Bihar CM Rabri Devi's allegations of crumbling law enforcement, Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary promised zero tolerance for crime. Speaking in Patna on February 13, he...
In a fiery press briefing from Patna, JD(U)'s Rajiv Ranjan Prasad tore into DMK's latest provocative comments, branding them as a hallmark of electoral panic. The Tamil Nadu ruling party's minister's...
In a bid to calm the storm brewing over Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's 'larki' jibe at Rabri Devi, state minister Dilip Jaiswal urged political rivals not to fan the flames unnecessarily. The comment, made...
The Bihar Assembly buzzed with anticipation on Tuesday as National BJP President Nitin Nabin, the MLA from Bankipur, took the floor during the budget session. His address was a heartfelt tribute to...
In a heated clash inside Bihar's Upper House on Monday, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar dismissed opposition demands for his ouster amid uproarious protests over crumbling law enforcement. The budget...
In a proactive step towards enhancing Bihar's tourism infrastructure, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar personally inspected the Digha Tourism Ghat on the Ganga riverfront in Patna today. His visit...
In a lively Bihar Legislative Assembly showdown, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar sharply rebuked Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav, saying, 'Sit down and hear me out.' The Thursday spat occurred as...
JD(U) spokesperson Neeraj Kumar has lavished praise on Bihar's recent budget, crediting it with a dramatic overhaul of rural life under Nitish Kumar. Speaking to media, he outlined transformative...
In a hands-on approach to healthcare improvement, Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) Wednesday to monitor redevelopment progress. The inspection...