Bihar assembly polls
Bihar Assembly Elections 2024: Election Commission to Announce Poll Dates as Political Alliances Prepare for Crucial Battle
Oct 06, 2025 05:57 pm CST
The Election Commission of India is set to announce Bihar assembly election dates today, with voting to be completed by November 22. The electoral battle will feature a direct contest between Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's NDA coalition and the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan alliance, amid controversy over recent voter list revisions that saw a significant drop in registered voters. Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj will also debut, contesting all 243 seats in this politically significant state election.
Election Commission to Review Bihar Poll Preparations: CEC and Commissioners Set for Two-Day Patna Visit
Oct 03, 2025 09:19 pm CST
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners will visit Patna on October 4-5 to review Bihar's election preparedness ahead of upcoming assembly polls. With nearly 7.42 crore registered voters and 425 observers being deployed, the EC aims to ensure fair elections while addressing concerns about the recently completed voter list revision.
Prashant Kishor Predicts Political Upheaval in Bihar Elections, Vows to Expose Corruption
Sep 28, 2025 07:55 pm CST
Jan Suraaj chief Prashant Kishor makes bold predictions about Bihar's upcoming elections, claiming JD(U) will win fewer than 25 seats while announcing his party will contest all 243 constituencies independently. He directly challenges political opponents with corruption allegations and criticizes Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's administration, promising more revelations soon.
Election Commission to Visit Bihar on October 4-5 for Poll Preparedness Review Ahead of November Assembly Elections
Sep 27, 2025 10:38 pm CST
The Election Commission led by CEC Gyanesh Kumar will visit Patna on October 4-5 to assess Bihar's election readiness before the anticipated November assembly polls. The Special Intensive Revision of voter lists will be completed by September 30, with officials affirming that all eligible citizens will be included while preventing unauthorized entries despite opposition concerns.
PM Modi Launches Bihar's Mahila Rojgar Yojana: 75 Lakh Women Receive Rs 10,000 Each for Economic Empowerment
Sep 26, 2025 05:40 pm CST
Prime Minister Modi virtually launched Bihar's Rs 7,500-crore Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana, transferring Rs 10,000 each to 75 lakh women for self-employment opportunities. This NDA government initiative aims to foster economic independence with potential additional support up to Rs 2 lakh per beneficiary in subsequent phases.
Lalu Yadav's Daughter Unfollows Him, Brother Tejashwi On Social Media Ahead Of Polls
Sep 22, 2025 10:17 pm CST
The rift within Rashtriya Janata Dal patriarch Lalu Yadavs family continues to make headlines ahead of the assembly polls in Bihar, when it is essential for the Opposition parties to show a united front.