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Nishant Kumar's Rare Public Appearance: Supporting Father Nitish Kumar's Historic 10th Term as Bihar CM
Nov 20, 2025 07:07 pm CST
In a rare media interaction, Nishant Kumar, the 50-year-old son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, congratulated his father on his historic 10th swearing-in ceremony. Unlike typical political dynasties in Bihar, Nishant has maintained a low profile despite his father's prominence. This exclusive interview provides insight into the relationship between Nitish Kumar and his son, who despite previous disinterest in politics, has recently become more visible at political events.
Bihar's New Government: Nitish Kumar's 10th Oath as CM with 22 Ministers in NDA's Caste-Balanced Cabinet
Nov 19, 2025 03:34 pm CST
Nitish Kumar prepares for his historic 10th oath as Bihar Chief Minister with a strategically balanced 22-member cabinet. The new NDA government, following its landslide 202-seat victory, will include ministers from BJP, JDU, and smaller coalition partners, carefully selected to represent diverse castes and communities across Bihar. Prime Minister Modi and BJP state leaders will attend the Gandhi Maidan ceremony, showcasing NDA's strength and unity.
Bihar Election 2025: 5 Key Battlegrounds in Phase I with Family Rivalries, Political Dramas
Nov 06, 2025 12:00 pm CST
The first phase of Bihar's 2025 Assembly election has begun across 121 constituencies, featuring intense contests between Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JDU-BJP alliance and Tejashwi Yadav's opposition Mahagathbandhan. Key battlegrounds include Raghopur where Tejashwi seeks a third term, Mahua featuring a family feud between the Yadav brothers, Mokama with imprisoned strongman Anant Singh, Tarapur testing BJP's state chief, and Alinagar where folk singer Maithili Thakur represents BJP's fresh approach to politics.
Bihar Election and Chhath Puja: Understanding the Strategic Relationship Between Festivals and Voter Turnout
Oct 14, 2025 09:47 pm CST
The Bihar election schedule strategically accommodates Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals to maximize voter participation, particularly among migrant workers. Historical data shows voter turnout increases when elections follow these cultural celebrations, with percentages rising from 45.85% in 2005 to 57.29% in 2020. The 2025 election uniquely positions voting after Chhath for the first time in recent electoral cycles, while political parties leverage the festival's significance for voter sentiment, as evidenced by Delhi's BJP government emphasizing "grand" Chhath celebrations.
Bihar Election 2025: Three Political Figures Who Will Shape the State's Future
Oct 06, 2025 07:27 pm CST
As Bihar prepares for crucial Assembly elections, three pivotal political figures face defining moments that could reshape the state's future. Incumbent Chief Minister Nitish Kumar seeks an unprecedented 10th term amid health concerns, RJD's Tejashwi Yadav strives to capitalize on his party's previous strong showing, while former strategist Prashant Kishor tests his political fortunes with the debut of his Jan Suraaj Party. The outcomes will significantly impact Bihar's political landscape for years to come.