Bihar politics
Former JD(U) Critic Arun Kumar Returns to Party After Threatening to 'Break Nitish Kumar's Ribs'
Oct 12, 2025 01:43 am CST
Former Jehanabad MP Arun Kumar, once a fierce critic of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has officially rejoined JD(U) in a strategic political move. The 66-year-old leader, who previously threatened to "break Nitish Kumar's ribs" after leaving the party, was welcomed back alongside several supporters. His return appears timed to counterbalance another Bhumihar leader's defection to RJD, potentially reshaping political dynamics in Bihar's Magadh region.
Prashant Kishor Challenges Tejashwi Yadav in Raghopur: Vows Amethi-Like Defeat in Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 11, 2025 11:46 pm CST
Former political strategist Prashant Kishor has launched his Jan Suraaj Party's campaign from Tejashwi Yadav's home constituency of Raghopur, vowing to defeat the RJD leader similar to Rahul Gandhi's Amethi loss. Kishor's direct challenge in Bihar's upcoming assembly elections highlights growing political competition as he criticizes caste-based voting while engaging with villagers about local development issues and basic amenities.
Prashant Kishor's Vision for Bihar: Revolutionary Candidate Selection Challenges Political Status Quo
Oct 11, 2025 12:08 am CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has unveiled its first 51 candidates for Bihar's assembly elections, featuring doctors, former police officers, academics, and professionals without criminal records or political dynasties. This strategic selection aligns with PK's two-year journey promising transparent governance, social justice, and youth empowerment, potentially transforming Bihar's political landscape with merit-based leadership rather than traditional caste and dynastic considerations.
Meet Preeti: Jan Suraaj's Transgender Candidate Challenging Bihar's Education Minister in Assembly Polls
Oct 10, 2025 10:08 am CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has nominated Preeti Kinnar, a transgender social activist, to contest against incumbent Education Minister Sunil Kumar in Bihar's Bhorey constituency. As part of a diverse candidate lineup including prominent doctors, lawyers, and former officials, Preeti represents the party's commitment to inclusive representation while facing the historical challenges of transgender political candidates in India.
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.
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.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party Fields Backward Castes and Former Bureaucrats in Bihar Election Strategy
Oct 08, 2025 10:39 pm CST
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party prepares to contest all constituencies in Bihar's upcoming assembly election with a strategic focus on backward caste candidates and former bureaucrats. The party's first candidate list will be released on October 9, featuring professionals from various fields committed to Kishor's vision of a corruption-free, developed Bihar. Key candidates include renowned mathematician KC Sinha, senior advocate YB Giri, and several former government officials with untarnished reputations.
PM Modi Honors Ram Vilas Paswan: A Symbol of Social Justice on His Death Anniversary
Oct 08, 2025 01:55 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to former Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan on his death anniversary, recognizing his dedication to social justice and public service. Paswan's son Chirag reaffirms commitment to his father's vision for Bihar's development and the upcoming elections.