assembly election
Rohini Acharya Defends RJD's Khesari Lal Yadav Against BJP's "Dancer" Jibe in Bihar Election Battle
Oct 30, 2025 09:13 pm CST
Lalu Yadav's daughter Rohini Acharya confronts BJP for mocking Bhojpuri superstar Khesari Lal Yadav, RJD's Chapra candidate, by highlighting BJP's own entertainment industry politicians. The verbal clash intensifies as Bihar prepares for November elections, with Khesari Yadav expressing commitment to supporting Tejashwi Yadav's development vision for the state.
Enforcement Directorate Uncovers Alleged Cash for Jobs Scam in Tamil Nadu Government Ahead of Election
Oct 29, 2025 03:27 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate has uncovered an alleged cash for jobs scam in Tamil Nadu's Municipal Administration and Water Supply department, potentially involving bribes of Rs 25-35 lakh per position for over 2,500 government jobs. This development emerges months before Assembly elections as opposition parties continue to target the ruling DMK government over corruption allegations.
Folk Singer Maithili Thakur to Contest Bihar Assembly Election from Alinagar as BJP Candidate
Oct 15, 2025 08:21 pm CST
Bihar's popular folk singer Maithili Thakur joins the electoral fray as BJP's candidate from Alinagar constituency in the upcoming assembly elections. Her nomination is part of BJP's strategic move to appeal to youth voters in the Mithilanchal region, with the party introducing nine new faces among its 12 candidates in the second list, potentially to counter Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party approach of fielding diverse candidates.
Supreme Court Questions ED's Jurisdiction in Tamil Nadu Liquor Scam Investigation: Federal Structure at Stake
Oct 14, 2025 07:15 pm CST
The Supreme Court has raised significant questions about federalism while examining the Enforcement Directorate's investigation into alleged irregularities at Tamil Nadu's state-run liquor corporation (TASMAC). Chief Justice BR Gavai questioned whether the central agency was infringing on state investigation rights, as the DMK government argues it had already filed 47 FIRs. The case highlights tensions between central agencies and state governments, with allegations of political vendetta emerging ahead of upcoming Assembly elections.
Bihar Election Preparations: CEC Gyanesh Kumar Confirms Voter List Revision and Introduces Colored EVM Ballots
Oct 05, 2025 06:22 pm CST
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar confirmed that Bihar's Assembly elections will conclude before November 22, featuring purified voter lists after 22 years and introducing colored EVM ballots for easier identification. Kumar emphasized that Aadhaar is not proof of citizenship and voter verification will follow established protocols.
Gen Z Voters Emerge as Critical Demographic in Bihar's Nawada Elections Following Electoral Roll Revision
Oct 01, 2025 12:20 am CST
Following the Election Commission's special intensive revision exercise in Bihar's Nawada district, Gen Z voters have emerged as a decisive electoral force, with 3.64 lakh young voters aged 18-30 now representing a significant portion of the district's 17.16 lakh total voters. The revision removed nearly 96,000 voters while adding over 30,000 new ones, reshaping the electoral landscape in this key battleground region where young voters' concerns about development, employment, and digital infrastructure could determine election outcomes.
Rahul Gandhi's "Central Software Deleted Voters" Comment Gets BJP Retort
Sep 18, 2025 05:07 pm CST
Voters Deleted From Congress Booths Using Fake Logins: Rahul Gandhi's Big Charge
'Assume It's True, Want To Ask PM...': Tejashwi Yadav On Bihar 'Infiltrators'
Sep 16, 2025 10:27 pm CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has responded sharply to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's comment about an 'infiltration crisis' in Bihar region - remarks seen by some as referring to Muslims - labelling them 'diversionary tactics' before the election.
Lalu Yadav's Brainchild "Bhurabal" Back. How It Can Affect Bihar Polls
Sep 16, 2025 12:49 am CST
The old acronym "Bhurabal" - literally meaning "brown hair" - has once again surfaced in Bihar, taking centrestage in political discussions ahead of the state's assembly election.