Bihar election
Vikasheel Insaan Party Secures 15 Seats in Bihar Election Alliance: Mahagathbandhan Coalition Finalized
Oct 17, 2025 03:00 am CST
Mukesh Sahani's Vikasheel Insaan Party (VIP) has agreed to contest 15 seats in the Bihar assembly election, resolving coalition uncertainty within the Mahagathbandhan alliance. The deal includes promises of one Rajya Sabha and two MLC seats, strengthening opposition unity ahead of the November two-phase voting. With this arrangement finalized, the alliance now prepares to face BJP and Prashant Kishor's new Jan Suraaj Party.
Congress Announces First List of 48 Candidates for Bihar Elections: State Party Chief to Contest from Kutumba
Oct 17, 2025 02:00 am CST
The Congress party has released its first list of 48 candidates for the upcoming Bihar elections, with the state party chief contesting from Kutumba constituency. The list includes incumbent MLAs like Anand Shankar and Neetu Kumari, while indicating a friendly contest within the Mahagathbandhan alliance at Bachawara. The party faces additional challenges this election cycle with Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj entering the political arena in Bihar.
The Rising Political Influence of Mukesh Sahani in Bihar's Caste-Driven Electoral Landscape
Oct 16, 2025 07:09 pm CST
Explore Mukesh Sahani's pivotal role in Bihar's political landscape as the Vikassheel Insaan Party leader represents the influential Mallah, Sahani, and Nishad communities. Despite never winning an election himself, Sahani's strategic positioning has made him a key player ahead of Bihar elections, with his demands for greater representation highlighting the growing political consciousness of traditionally marginalized fishing communities that constitute 9% of Bihar's electorate.
PM Modi Asks Bihar Women to Call Him 'Brother', Emphasizes Their Role in Upcoming Election Victory
Oct 15, 2025 10:18 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with BJP booth workers in Bihar, asking women to address him as 'brother' while emphasizing female voters' crucial role in the upcoming assembly elections. Modi predicted a "double Diwali" with NDA's victory on November 14, urged outreach about government schemes, and warned against returning to "jungle raj." Elections for Bihar's 243-member Assembly will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11.
JDU Releases First List of 57 Candidates for Bihar Election Amid Seat-Sharing Tensions with Chirag Paswan
Oct 15, 2025 04:51 pm CST
The JDU has released its first list of 57 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, including five ministers from the current government. Tensions have emerged with ally Chirag Paswan's party over five contested seats that JDU has claimed. The BJP-JDU alliance will contest 101 seats each in the 243-member assembly, with elections scheduled for November 6 and 11.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Fields Chanchal Singh for Raghopur Seat, Ends Speculation of Direct Contest with Tejashwi Yadav
Oct 15, 2025 12:26 am CST
Jan Suraaj has announced Chanchal Singh as their candidate for Raghopur constituency, ending speculation about Prashant Kishor personally contesting against Tejashwi Yadav in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. The political strategist had earlier hinted at possibly contesting from either Raghopur or Kargahar, but his party has now finalized candidates for both seats ahead of the November polls.
Bihar Grand Alliance Finalizes Seat-Sharing: RJD to Contest 135 Seats, Congress 61 in Upcoming Assembly Elections
Oct 14, 2025 02:41 am CST
Bihar's opposition Grand Alliance has concluded its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming assembly elections, with Lalu Yadav's RJD settling for 135 seats and Congress accepting 61 seats. The breakthrough came after Congress agreed to project Tejashwi Yadav as the Chief Ministerial candidate. The remaining seats will be distributed among Left Front parties and other regional allies, creating a united front against the ruling coalition.
BJP and LJP Finalize 25-26 Seat Deal for Bihar Elections After Intense Negotiations
Oct 10, 2025 04:00 pm CST
The BJP and Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) have reached a seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming Bihar elections, with LJP accepting 25-26 seats instead of their demanded 40. The deal includes concessions on implementing the 'Bihar first, Bihari first' agenda and assurances of respect at all government levels. Negotiations involved Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Junior Home Minister Nityanand Rai, with Paswan reportedly remaining unsatisfied despite the compromise.
The Remarkable Story of Political Honor: When a Bihar Leader Withdrew from Election After His Rival Sought His Blessings
Oct 10, 2025 02:19 am CST
Explore the inspiring story from 1977 Bihar elections when Congress leader Lahtan Chaudhary withdrew his candidacy after his political rival, Janata Party's Parmeshwar Kunwar, sought his blessings as a younger brother. This rare display of political integrity demonstrates how relationship values once transcended political ambitions in Indian democracy.
Supreme Court Directs Free Legal Aid for Voters Excluded from Bihar Electoral Rolls
Oct 09, 2025 07:39 pm CST
The Supreme Court has ordered Bihar's Legal Services Authority to provide free legal assistance to individuals excluded from voter lists before the upcoming election. While questioning petitioners' claims about 3.66 lakh excluded voters, the court emphasized the right to appeal exclusions, addressing concerns about procedural lapses by the Election Commission in notifying affected individuals.