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Amit Shah Confirms Nitish Kumar's Leadership in Bihar Election: NDA's Strategic Alliance Explained
Nov 01, 2025 11:44 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has confirmed that the NDA is contesting the Bihar assembly election under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's leadership, addressing speculation about the alliance's hierarchy. Shah explained the constitutional process for selecting the chief minister post-election while comparing the five-party NDA coalition to the five Pandavas, highlighting their unified approach against the opposition Mahagathbandhan ahead of the November polls.
Piyush Goyal Challenges Migration Narrative: How Bihar's Development is Creating Opportunities at Home
Nov 01, 2025 10:26 pm CST
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlights Bihar's transformation under the Modi-Nitish "double-engine government," arguing that improved infrastructure and economic opportunities are reducing migration pressure as young Biharis increasingly find opportunities within their home state. The minister outlines practical job creation plans and counters opposition claims while showcasing tangible development projects across the state.
Prashant Kishor Applies for Removal from Bengal Voter List Following Election Commission Notice
Nov 01, 2025 10:12 pm CST
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj party, has applied to have his name removed from West Bengal's voter list amid controversy over dual registration. The Election Commission sent him a notice after discovering his name in both Bengal and Bihar electoral rolls, which violates the Representation of the People Act. Kishor questions why the duplication wasn't addressed during Bihar's revision process and remains committed to offering a third political alternative in Bihar's upcoming elections.
Delhi's Ban on Polluting Commercial Vehicles Shows Inconsistent Enforcement at Border Checkpoints
Nov 01, 2025 09:22 pm CST
An NDTV ground investigation reveals mixed implementation of Delhi's new ban on non-BS-IV compliant commercial vehicles. While enforcement at the Ghazipur border appeared effective with officials actively screening vehicles, the Mayur Vihar-Noida border showed little to no enforcement, with toll collection continuing without vehicle inspections despite the pollution control measure being officially in effect.
52 Students Hospitalized After Food Poisoning Incident at Telangana Welfare Hostel: Investigation Ordered
Nov 01, 2025 09:21 pm CST
Over 50 students at a state-run boys' welfare hostel in Telangana's Jogulamba Gadwal district were hospitalized with food poisoning symptoms after consuming dinner. Though most have been discharged and all are reported stable, the Telangana Human Rights Commission has ordered an investigation into the incident, with a comprehensive report due by November 24.
Supreme Court Addresses Diplomatic Challenges in Indo-Russian Child Custody Dispute
Nov 01, 2025 08:52 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India faces a complex international custody dispute involving a Russian mother who fled to Moscow with her child amid custody proceedings with her Indian husband. The court is navigating diplomatic channels between India and Russia while expressing concerns about the child's welfare and the complications of enforcing custody orders across international boundaries.
Delhi's Identity Crisis: Historians Challenge the Proposal to Rename India's Capital to Indraprastha
Nov 01, 2025 08:45 pm CST
Prominent historians Swapna Liddle and S Irfan Habib critique BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal's proposal to rename Delhi as Indraprastha, arguing that such a change would erase the city's multi-layered history spanning centuries. The historians challenge the historical accuracy of identifying modern Delhi with the Mahabharata's Indraprastha and question the prioritization of symbolic gestures over addressing the capital's pressing urban challenges.
IndiGo Flight Diverted to Mumbai After Security Threat Referencing Historical Airport Attack
Nov 01, 2025 08:43 pm CST
An IndiGo flight traveling from Jeddah to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai following a hoax bomb threat referencing the 1984 Madras airport attack. After thorough security checks, the flight eventually reached Hyderabad approximately seven hours behind schedule, with the airline implementing comprehensive protocols to ensure passenger safety while providing refreshments and regular updates throughout the delay.
Haryana Teen Killed by Human Traffickers During Illegal Migration Attempt to United States
Nov 01, 2025 08:32 pm CST
A tragic story of 18-year-old Yuvraj from Haryana, who was killed by human traffickers in Guatemala while attempting to reach the United States through illegal "dunki" migration routes. His family paid between Rs 40-50 lakh to traffickers who promised safe passage but instead held him hostage before his death, highlighting the dangers of illegal migration schemes.
Uday Shankar Urges Bihar to Prioritize Economic Development Over Caste Politics Ahead of Elections
Nov 01, 2025 08:19 pm CST
JioStar Vice Chairman Uday Shankar calls for Bihar to move beyond caste-based politics and focus on economic transformation during NDTV's Bihar Power Play event. He emphasizes the need for political consensus on growth, investment, and job creation to unlock the state's potential and create sustainable employment opportunities.