Bihar polls
Lalu Prasad Yadav Confident Tejashwi Will Become Bihar Chief Minister as State Prepares for November Elections
Nov 03, 2025 10:44 pm CST
Former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav has confidently predicted the Mahagathbandhan alliance's victory in the upcoming November elections, stating his son Tejashwi Yadav will become the next Chief Minister. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has intensified criticism of the opposition during campaign rallies in north Bihar, targeting the Yadav family without directly naming them. The state will vote in two phases on November 6 and 11.
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.
RJD Expels 27 Leaders for Anti-Party Activities as Bihar Election Approaches: NDA Partners Follow Suit
Oct 28, 2025 02:31 am CST
In a significant pre-election purge, Rashtriya Janata Dal has expelled 27 leaders for anti-party activities just days before Bihar goes to polls in November. This disciplinary action coincides with similar moves by alliance partners BJP and JDU, who have also removed rebel leaders to maintain party discipline and present a united front ahead of the crucial assembly elections. The expulsions affect sitting MLAs, former legislators, and key party functionaries across the state.
Election Commission Announces Second Phase of Voter Roll Revisions in 12 States Ahead of 2025-2027 Elections
Oct 27, 2025 09:13 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has launched the second phase of its nationwide special intensive revision of voter rolls in 12 states and union territories, including Bengal and Tamil Nadu which face elections next year. The process will commence after Bihar's polls, with enumeration running from November 4 to December 4 and final lists published by February 7. This marks the first comprehensive revision in over two decades, aimed at addressing issues like duplicate registrations and removing deceased voters from electoral rolls.
Prashant Kishor Promises Local Employment Opportunities: "Vote Jan Suraaj and Never Leave Bihar for Work"
Oct 26, 2025 10:50 am CST
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor pledges to create abundant employment opportunities within Bihar if elected, eliminating the need for residents to migrate for work. During a Sitamarhi rally, he criticized the current administration for neglecting Bihar's development while other states receive major infrastructure projects. The upcoming Bihar elections on November 6 and 11 will see Jan Suraaj contesting all 243 seats against the NDA coalition and Mahagathbandhan alliance.
Congress Accelerates Bihar Election Campaign with Rahul Gandhi Rally and Strategic Manifesto Plan
Oct 23, 2025 09:04 pm CST
Congress unveils a three-pronged election strategy for Bihar, featuring a joint Rahul Gandhi-Tejashwi Yadav rally, senior leadership involvement post-Chhath puja, and a manifesto launch on October 28. The Grand Alliance has officially named Tejashwi Yadav as CM candidate while challenging the NDA to confirm Nitish Kumar's position ahead of the November elections.
Election Commission Cancels RJD Candidate's Nomination in Bihar: Residency Requirements for Reserved Seats Questioned
Oct 23, 2025 02:42 am CST
The Election Commission has cancelled RJD candidate Shweta Suman's nomination for Bihar's Mohania assembly seat after determining she is from Uttar Pradesh, making her ineligible to contest in the SC-reserved constituency. Suman, who claims 20 years of local residency, alleges political pressure from BJP leadership influenced the decision and plans to challenge it in court.
Former Bhojpuri Actress Seema Singh's Nomination Rejected in Bihar Election on Technical Grounds
Oct 19, 2025 02:50 am CST
NDA faces setback in Bihar elections as Lok Janshakti Party candidate Seema Singh's nomination papers for Marhoura seat were rejected on technical grounds. Party leader Chirag Paswan has appealed to the Election Commission, calling it a minor lapse as the constituency prepares for November 6 polling.
JMM to Contest Bihar Elections Independently: Reviewing Alliance with Congress and RJD After Polls
Oct 19, 2025 01:18 am CST
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) announced its decision to independently contest six seats in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections after failing to secure its demanded allocation from the INDIA bloc. Party general secretary Supriyo Bhattacharya stated that JMM will review its alliance with Congress and RJD in Jharkhand following the Bihar polls, with Chief Minister Hemant Soren leading the campaign team of 20 star campaigners.
Folk Singer Maithili Thakur Files Nomination as BJP Candidate for Alinagar in Bihar Assembly Elections 2025
Oct 18, 2025 11:56 am CST
Folk singer Maithili Thakur has officially filed her nomination papers as BJP candidate from Alinagar Assembly constituency in Darbhanga for the upcoming Bihar elections. After submitting her nomination, she participated in a blessing ceremony attended by Union Minister Nityanand Rai and pledged dedicated service to the constituency's development. The two-phase Bihar Assembly elections are scheduled for November 6 and 11, with results on November 14.