INDIA bloc
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.
RJD Releases 143 Candidates for Bihar Elections Amid Tensions with Congress Alliance
Oct 20, 2025 05:30 pm CST
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has announced 143 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, revealing tensions within the Mahagathbandhan alliance as they fielded candidates in four constituencies already claimed by Congress. With Tejashwi Yadav contesting from Raghopur and notable candidates including Bhojpuri actor Khesari Lal Yadav, the party aims to improve on its 2020 performance when it won 75 seats. Bihar votes in two phases on November 6 and 11, with results on November 14.
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.
AIMIM Announces 25 Candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections as Political Landscape Takes Shape
Oct 19, 2025 02:14 pm CST
Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM has released a list of 25 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11. This announcement comes as other parties including Congress finalize their candidates, with the Mahagathbandhan alliance facing seat-sharing challenges. The elections will see competition between the NDA, INDIA bloc, and newcomer Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party across 243 constituencies.
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.
JMM Exits Opposition Alliance to Contest Bihar Elections Independently
Oct 18, 2025 10:52 pm CST
Hemant Soren's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha has announced its decision to contest Bihar assembly elections independently, further fragmenting the Opposition Grand Alliance. The party will field candidates in six constituencies during the November elections, citing a decade-long struggle by party workers in Bihar as motivation for the move.
Bihar Elections 2023: How INDIA Bloc's Internal Conflicts Benefit the NDA's Electoral Prospects
Oct 18, 2025 08:55 pm CST
The INDIA bloc's promising united opposition front has devolved into political chaos during Bihar assembly elections, with approximately 10 "friendly contests" between Mahagathbandhan candidates undermining their collective strength. Despite early momentum from rallies led by Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav, delayed candidate announcements, conflicting ambitions, and strategic confusion have transformed initial optimism into disarray, creating a significant electoral advantage for the ruling NDA coalition.
Chirag Paswan Praises BJP and JDU's Generosity in Bihar Election Seat-Sharing Deal
Oct 18, 2025 05:48 pm CST
Union Minister Chirag Paswan thanked Bihar's JDU and BJP for accommodating smaller NDA partners in the seat-sharing arrangement for upcoming assembly elections. His LJP (Ram Vilas) secured 29 seats despite having no current MLAs. Paswan criticized the opposition INDIA bloc for internal conflicts while predicting an NDA victory under PM Modi's leadership in the November polls.
Bhojpuri Superstar Khesari Lal Yadav and Wife Chanda Join RJD Ahead of Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 17, 2025 02:38 am CST
Popular Bhojpuri actor-singer Khesari Lal Yadav and his wife Chanda have formally joined the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in Bihar. Their induction, announced by Tejashwi Yadav, comes amid speculation that one of them will receive a party ticket to contest from their native Saran district in the upcoming assembly elections.
Tejashwi Yadav's Rs 8.1 Crore Asset Declaration: Inside the RJD Leader's Financial Portfolio Ahead of Bihar Elections
Oct 15, 2025 09:59 pm CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has filed his nomination for Bihar's Raghopur assembly seat, declaring assets worth Rs 8.1 crore. Seeking his third consecutive term, Yadav's financial disclosure reveals Rs 6.12 crore in moveable assets and Rs 1.88 crore in immovable properties, while his wife Rajshree holds assets valued at Rs 1.88 crore. The constituency goes to polls on November 6 as part of Bihar's two-phase election.