Bihar politics
Former Bihar CM Rabri Devi Asked to Relocate After Two Decades at 10 Circular Road Residence
Nov 26, 2025 03:01 am CST
After residing at 10 Circular Road for nearly two decades, former Bihar Chief Minister and current Opposition Leader Rabri Devi has been instructed to relocate to House No. 39 on Harding Road by the Bihar Building Construction Department. This decision comes amid political shifts following NDA's landslide victory in recent Bihar elections, raising questions about changing power dynamics in state governance.
Jan Suraaj Party Announces Complete Organizational Restructuring Following Bihar Election Defeat
Nov 23, 2025 10:22 am CST
Following a significant electoral setback in the Bihar assembly elections, Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party has dissolved all its organizational units and announced plans for comprehensive restructuring. Senior leaders will oversee the rebuilding process across 12 divisions of Bihar while investigating internal factors that contributed to the party's poor performance.
Upendra Kushwaha Defends Son's Cabinet Appointment: Qualifications Over Family Connections in Bihar Politics
Nov 22, 2025 12:44 pm CST
Former Union minister Upendra Kushwaha has defended his son Deepak Prakash's appointment to the Bihar Cabinet, emphasizing his qualifications as a computer engineer. Amid nepotism allegations, Kushwaha insisted ministerial eligibility should be based on capability rather than family background, taking an apparent dig at RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav. As the sole RLM minister in Nitish Kumar's government, Prakash's appointment represents Kushwaha's strategic move to secure his party's political future in Bihar.
Chirag Paswan Declines Deputy CM Ambitions, Plans LJP(RV) Expansion Beyond Bihar as NDA Partner
Nov 22, 2025 12:10 am CST
Union Minister Chirag Paswan has expressed satisfaction with his party's allocation of two ministerial berths in Bihar's new cabinet, refusing to appear "greedy" by demanding the deputy chief minister position. After securing 19 seats in Bihar's assembly elections, the LJP(RV) leader now aims to expand the party's presence to West Bengal, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh as part of the NDA coalition.
Nitish Kumar's 10th Term as Bihar CM: Portfolio Allocations Reveal Shifting Power Dynamics with BJP
Nov 21, 2025 10:46 pm CST
In Bihar's political landscape, Nitish Kumar begins his unprecedented 10th term as Chief Minister following JDU's impressive electoral comeback. However, significant changes mark this administration, notably his surrender of the Home Ministry portfolio to BJP's Samrat Choudhary after nearly two decades of control, signaling evolving power dynamics within the ruling alliance and possible succession planning.
Prashant Kishor Observes Silent Fast as Nitish Kumar Takes Oath for 10th Time as Bihar CM
Nov 20, 2025 03:17 pm CST
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj, held a day-long silent fast at Bhitiharwa Gandhi Ashram following his party's electoral defeat in Bihar. Meanwhile, Nitish Kumar was sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister for a historic 10th time at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, with Prime Minister Modi and other NDA leaders in attendance. Despite electoral setbacks, Kishor vowed to continue working toward Bihar's development with renewed determination.
Nitish Kumar Sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister for Record 10th Term: Joins Elite List of India's Longest-Serving CMs
Nov 20, 2025 02:22 pm CST
Nitish Kumar achieves a remarkable political milestone by being sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister for a record 10th time at age 74. With his 19-year tenure, he joins India's elite list of longest-serving Chief Ministers, breaking into the national top-10. Known as both 'Paltu Ram' and 'Sushashan Babu', Kumar's political journey spans nearly five decades, demonstrating his resilience and significance in Indian politics.
Nitish Kumar's Cabinet Formation: 5 Critical Factors Balancing Caste, Region and Political Strategy in Bihar
Nov 19, 2025 11:05 pm CST
Following the NDA's decisive victory in Bihar, Nitish Kumar prepares to form his cabinet for his tenth term as Chief Minister. The formation process involves complex considerations including proportional caste representation, balancing elected MLA demographics, rewarding supportive social groups, ensuring geographic equilibrium, and positioning for future elections. With Bihar permitted up to 36 ministers, every appointment will reflect delicate political calculations that impact both regional stability and national political dynamics.
Nitish Kumar Set for Historic 10th Term as Bihar Chief Minister Following NDA's Landslide Victory
Nov 19, 2025 09:34 pm CST
Nitish Kumar prepares to form a new government in Bihar following his JDU-led alliance's sweeping victory of 202 seats in the state assembly elections. The oath ceremony scheduled for Thursday will see Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance, as Kumar begins an unprecedented 10th term with a cabinet of 22 ministers representing various coalition partners. This victory firmly re-establishes JDU as the dominant partner in its alliance with BJP.
Prashant Kishor Explains Why RJD Cannot Return to Power as Long as 'Jungle Raj' Fear Persists in Bihar
Nov 19, 2025 07:53 pm CST
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor discusses the recent Bihar election results, explains why RJD is limited to 25-35 seats due to their Muslim-Yadav vote bank, and commits to focusing exclusively on Bihar politics while abandoning his consultancy work. Kishor emphasizes that RJD cannot make a comeback while the fear of "jungle raj" remains associated with their governance.