Tejashwi Yadav
Bihar Political Battle: 'Nayak' Posters of Tejashwi Yadav Trigger Fierce BJP Response Ahead of Assembly Elections
Oct 25, 2025 10:17 pm CST
Political tensions escalate in Bihar as posters portraying RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav as "Bihar ka Nayak" appear across Patna, prompting sharp criticism from BJP leaders who accuse the Yadav family of corruption and question Tejashwi's credentials as the state's potential Chief Minister ahead of upcoming elections.
Muslim Representation in Bihar Politics: Owaisi Questions Mahagathbandhan's Deputy CM Choice
Oct 25, 2025 09:17 pm CST
Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM challenges the Mahagathbandhan coalition for overlooking Muslim representation in Bihar's leadership, despite Muslims comprising 18% of the electorate. While contesting 32 seats primarily in Seemanchal and Mithilanchal regions, AIMIM questions why Mukesh Sahani from the smaller Nishad-Mallah-Sahani community was selected as deputy CM candidate. Tejashwi Yadav remains unfazed by this challenge, supported by historical voting patterns and AIMIM's limited influence outside Muslim-majority constituencies. The political dynamics highlight complex questions about representation, polarization, and strategic electoral calculations ahead of Bihar's 2025 elections.
Tej Pratap Yadav Refuses RJD Return, Claims "Death Before Dishonor" in Bihar Election Battle
Oct 25, 2025 09:23 am CST
Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav has firmly rejected any possibility of returning to RJD after being expelled by his father Lalu Prasad. Now leading his own Janshakti Janta Dal party and contesting from Mahua constituency, Yadav emphasizes principles over power while dismissing his brother Tejashwi's chief ministerial candidacy, stating that only "people's blessings" determine who holds power in Bihar's increasingly complex political landscape.
Violent Clash: Liquor Smugglers Attack Police Team in Bihar's Prohibition Zone, Leaving 5 Officers Injured
Oct 25, 2025 02:36 am CST
In a violent confrontation in Bihar's Begusarai district, liquor smugglers attacked a police team during a raid, injuring five officers including two women constables. This incident highlights ongoing challenges with prohibition enforcement in Bihar, where alcohol has been banned since 2016. The attack occurs against the backdrop of upcoming Assembly elections, with opposition leaders promising to review or abolish the controversial prohibition policy if elected.
Tejashwi Yadav Claims Nitish Kumar Will Be Sidelined If NDA Wins Bihar Elections, Promises Corruption-Free Government
Oct 24, 2025 11:14 pm CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claims that Nitish Kumar will not become Chief Minister even if NDA wins the upcoming Bihar elections, asserting the state remains poor despite 20 years of JD(U)-NDA rule. As the INDIA bloc's CM candidate, Yadav promises to deliver a corruption-free government, employment opportunities, and significant development within 20 months that NDA couldn't achieve in 20 years, challenging BJP's control over Bihar politics.
Ashok Gehlot Warns Nitish Kumar: BJP May Repeat 'Shinde Betrayal' in Bihar Elections
Oct 24, 2025 06:23 pm CST
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has issued a stark warning to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, suggesting the BJP might betray him after elections just as they did with Maharashtra's Eknath Shinde. Gehlot questioned why the BJP hasn't officially named Kumar as their CM candidate despite claiming to contest under his leadership, while the opposition INDIA bloc has unanimously selected Tejashwi Yadav as their chief ministerial face for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
PM Modi Backs Nitish Kumar as NDA's Face for Bihar Assembly Elections 2025
Oct 24, 2025 04:39 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches NDA's Bihar election campaign, declaring that the alliance under Nitish Kumar will achieve a record-breaking victory. While endorsing the "sushasan babu," Modi's statement comes amid opposition challenges over the BJP-JDU's reluctance to officially name a chief ministerial candidate, contrasting with Mahagathbandhan's clear nomination of Tejashwi Yadav for the position.
Prashant Kishor Slams "Jungle Raj" Return as Tejashwi Yadav Becomes INDIA Bloc's CM Face for Bihar Elections
Oct 24, 2025 02:55 pm CST
Election strategist Prashant Kishor has sharply criticized the INDIA alliance's decision to nominate Tejashwi Yadav as their chief ministerial candidate for Bihar's 2025 Assembly elections, calling it a return of "Jungle Raj." As Bihar prepares for its two-phase polls on November 6 and 11, Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party presents itself as an alternative while facing allegations of BJP pressure tactics against its candidates.
Congress Announces Tejashwi Yadav as Bihar CM Candidate, Challenges NDA to Reveal Their Choice
Oct 24, 2025 01:54 am CST
The Congress party has defended its timing in naming Tejashwi Yadav as the opposition alliance's Chief Ministerial candidate in Bihar, asserting there was no delay and challenging the NDA to announce their candidate. Pawan Khera emphasized that politics is about timing and questioned why the BJP-led alliance hasn't confirmed if Nitish Kumar remains their choice for the position.
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.