Bihar elections
Samajwadi Party Alleges Political Censorship as Akhilesh Yadav's Facebook Account Suspended
Oct 11, 2025 02:35 am CST
Samajwadi Party has accused the BJP of orchestrating the suspension of party chief Akhilesh Yadav's Facebook account, calling it an attack on democratic principles. The third-largest party in India claims this is part of a broader attempt to silence opposition voices ahead of crucial Bihar Assembly elections, while exploring legal options to address the issue.
Bhojpuri Actor's Wife Meets Prashant Kishor Amid Political Tensions Before Bihar Elections
Oct 10, 2025 05:36 pm CST
Jyoti Singh, wife of Bhojpuri actor-politician Pawan Singh, met Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor in Patna ahead of Bihar assembly elections, highlighting ongoing tensions between the couple over electoral ambitions. As BJP considers fielding Pawan Singh from Arrah constituency, both spouses appear to be pursuing separate political paths amid public disagreements.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party Fields Professionals with Clean Images in Bihar Elections
Oct 10, 2025 02:02 am CST
Prashant Kishor has unveiled his Jan Suraaj Party's first list of 51 candidates for Bihar elections, featuring doctors, lawyers, and former officials with impeccable credentials. In an NDTV interview, he emphasized candidate selection based on public service record rather than caste considerations, though his list strategically includes 16% Muslim candidates and 17% from extremely backward communities, most being first-time contestants with professional backgrounds.
Tejashwi Yadav's Bold One Job Per Family Promise: Transforming Bihar's Employment Landscape
Oct 10, 2025 12:44 am CST
Tejashwi Yadav, Bihar's Opposition Leader, has pledged to provide one government job per family, addressing the state's 3.9% unemployment rate. As November elections approach, this promise resonates in a region devastated by economic uncertainty and pandemic effects. Having claimed creation of 500,000 jobs during his previous 17-month tenure as Deputy Chief Minister, Yadav faces the monumental challenge of implementing this vision across Bihar's 13.43 crore population, potentially reshaping the state's socioeconomic future.
Karnataka Cabinet Reshuffle Speculation: Siddaramaiah's Dinner Meeting Triggers Leadership Change Rumors
Oct 09, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's upcoming dinner with his ministerial council has intensified speculation about a potential cabinet reshuffle and leadership rotation with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. While Congress officially denies any immediate changes before the Bihar elections, party factions continue to push competing agendas, creating internal tension that party leaders are now publicly asking the high command to resolve.
BJP to Announce Bihar Election Candidates as Nitish Kumar Delegates Negotiation Leadership
Oct 09, 2025 10:12 pm CST
BJP's central election committee will meet on Sunday to finalize candidates for the upcoming Bihar elections, with the first NDA candidate list expected on Monday. Nitish Kumar has authorized BJP to lead alliance negotiations amid a challenging electoral landscape featuring opposition from Congress-RJD alliance and Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj movement.
Professor KC Sinha: From Mathematics Author to Bihar Political Candidate with Jan Suraaj Party
Oct 09, 2025 07:54 pm CST
Renowned mathematician Professor KC Sinha, author of over 70 educational books used across India for decades, enters Bihar politics as a candidate for Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party. The 74-year-old academic and former university vice chancellor will contest from Patna's Kumhrar constituency, bringing his analytical expertise to the complex electoral landscape of Bihar.
Nitish Kumar: Bihar's Enduring X-Factor in the 2024 Elections
Oct 09, 2025 04:44 pm CST
This analysis examines Nitish Kumar's continued significance in Bihar's political landscape despite his declining approval ratings. As elections approach, Kumar's unique coalition of EBCs, Kurmi-Koeris, and women voters remains crucial for the NDA alliance. While facing challenges from younger leaders and voter fatigue after nearly two decades in power, his welfare programs and political maneuvering still make him an indispensable factor that could determine Bihar's electoral outcome.
Tejashwi Yadav Promises Government Jobs for Every Bihar Household Ahead of State Elections
Oct 09, 2025 04:22 pm CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has made a groundbreaking campaign promise to provide a government job to one member of every family in Bihar if the Opposition alliance wins the upcoming state elections. The proposed legislation would be introduced within 20 days of government formation, with implementation promised within 20 months, directly addressing unemployment as Bihar's most pressing issue.
Election Commission Warns Against AI Deepfakes in Bihar Elections: What Voters and Political Parties Need to Know
Oct 09, 2025 03:05 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has issued an important warning to political parties regarding the use of artificial intelligence in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. The directive specifically targets the creation of deepfakes and manipulated media, requiring all AI-generated or synthetic campaign content to be clearly labeled. This measure aims to protect electoral integrity and prevent voter manipulation as Bihar prepares for its two-phase elections on November 6 and 11.