Bihar elections
Ashok Gehlot Meets Lalu Prasad to Resolve INDIA Bloc Tensions Before Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 22, 2025 09:22 pm CST
Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot met RJD chief Lalu Prasad to address alliance tensions in Bihar elections. Despite "friendly fights" in several constituencies between Congress and RJD, Gehlot emphasized the importance of opposition unity against the NDA. The meeting comes amid speculation about Congress' reluctance to endorse Tejashwi Yadav as chief ministerial candidate, with Bihar polls scheduled for November 6 and 11.
Bihar Election 2025: Tejashwi Yadav and Nitish Kumar Compete for Women Voters with Rival Economic Promises
Oct 22, 2025 04:29 pm CST
In Bihar's upcoming election, the RJD and BJP-JDU alliance are battling for women voters through competitive economic incentives. Tejashwi Yadav promises permanent jobs with Rs 30,000 monthly salary for Jeevika didis, while the ruling coalition offers Rs 10,000 payments under Mai Bahin Maan Yojana. With women comprising 3.5 crore voters who significantly influenced the 2020 results, both parties recognize their decisive role in the November elections.
BJP Alleges Rs 200 Crore Deal Between Congress and AIMIM for Telangana Bypoll Support
Oct 22, 2025 12:37 pm CST
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar claims Congress and BRS have struck secret Rs 200 crore agreements with AIMIM, alleging Congress will donate temple land if they win the Jubilee Hills bypoll. AIMIM's Asaduddin Owaisi has endorsed the Congress candidate despite competing against them in Bihar elections.
Nitish Kumar Criticizes RJD Alliance: "Joined Due to Circumstances" While Highlighting Women's Empowerment Initiatives in Bihar
Oct 22, 2025 09:21 am CST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has publicly distanced himself from his former RJD alliance, stating it was formed only due to circumstances while highlighting his government's achievements in women's empowerment. During an election rally in Muzaffarpur, Kumar criticized Lalu Prasad's record on women's issues and affirmed his permanent commitment to the NDA coalition while showcasing his administration's infrastructure and security improvements across Bihar.
Bihar's Youth Voice: Education Reform and Job Creation Top Priorities for Upcoming Elections
Oct 21, 2025 05:16 pm CST
As Bihar prepares for assembly elections on November 6 and 11, approximately 14 lakh first-time voters and 1.63 crore youth voters are focusing on education reform and employment opportunities. College students across Patna University express disillusionment with the current system, citing paper leaks in government exams, deteriorating educational infrastructure, and lack of job prospects forcing graduates to leave the state. These young voters, representing nearly 25% of Bihar's electorate, are evaluating political parties based on practical solutions to reduce migration and improve educational quality.
Chirag Paswan Criticizes "Friendly Fights" as Bihar's Opposition Alliance Shows Signs of Fracture
Oct 20, 2025 05:41 pm CST
Union Minister Chirag Paswan highlights the growing divisions within Bihar's Mahagathbandhan alliance, claiming there's "nothing called friendly fight" in politics as RJD and Congress field overlapping candidates ahead of the crucial Bihar Assembly elections. The NDA leader suggests these internal conflicts will benefit his coalition by effectively conceding previously competitive seats.
Tej Pratap Yadav Charged with Election Code Violation in Bihar After Using Vehicle with Police Insignia
Oct 20, 2025 03:55 pm CST
Former RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Lalu Prasad, faces legal charges for violating the election model code of conduct in Bihar's Vaishali district. Police filed a case after he allegedly used a vehicle with unauthorized police logo and beacon light during his nomination filing procession, further complicating his political journey following his controversial expulsion from his father's party earlier this year.
Congress Announces Six Additional Candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections Amid Alliance Challenges
Oct 20, 2025 02:45 pm CST
The Congress party has expanded its candidate list for the Bihar Assembly elections to 60, announcing six new nominees amid ongoing seat-sharing difficulties with alliance partner RJD. The latest announcements come as the Mahagathbandhan alliance faces internal tensions, with Monday marking the final nomination day for the second phase of elections.
Election Commission Reactivates Economic Intelligence Panel After Six Years to Combat Electoral Malpractice
Oct 19, 2025 11:03 pm CST
India's Election Commission has revived its Multi-Departmental Committee on Election Intelligence after a six-year hiatus to prevent the misuse of money, liquor, and drugs in the upcoming Bihar elections. The committee, comprising 17 government departments and agencies, met to coordinate efforts against electoral malpractices and ensure free and fair elections through enhanced intelligence sharing and enforcement strategies.
Son of Former Union Minister Withdraws Independent Candidacy After Father's Intervention in Bihar Elections
Oct 19, 2025 02:06 am CST
In a dramatic turn of events in Bihar's electoral politics, Arijit Shashwat Choubey abandoned his plans to file nomination as an independent candidate from Bhagalpur constituency after a crucial phone call from his father, former Union Minister Ashwini Choubey. The incident highlights the complex dynamics of party loyalty, family politics, and internal BJP tensions ahead of the Bihar state elections.