Lalu Yadav
Rohini Acharya Quits Politics: Lalu Yadav's Daughter Disowns Family Following RJD's Bihar Election Defeat
Nov 15, 2025 06:51 pm CST
Following RJD's devastating defeat in the Bihar Assembly elections, Lalu Yadav's daughter Rohini Acharya announced her decision to quit politics and disown her family. Her cryptic social media post implicated senior RJD leader Sanjay Yadav in this decision, further intensifying the existing turmoil within the political dynasty that secured only 25 seats in the 243-member assembly.
BSP Clinches Narrow Victory in Bihar's Ramgarh: Mayawati's Party Wins by Just 30 Votes
Nov 15, 2025 02:32 pm CST
Mayawati's Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) has achieved a significant political breakthrough in Bihar, with candidate Satish Kumar Yadav winning the Ramgarh seat by a razor-thin margin of 30 votes against BJP incumbent Ashok Kumar Singh. This marks the BSP's first recent electoral victory in Bihar, in a constituency that has traditionally oscillated between the RJD and BJP since 2005.
Shifting Political Allegiance: How Muslim Voters Reshaped Bihar's Electoral Landscape
Nov 14, 2025 09:36 pm CST
An analysis of Bihar's Muslim-majority constituencies reveals a complex electoral shift, with the traditional voting patterns showing signs of change. The four districts comprising the Seemanchal region - Araria, Katihar, Kishanganj, and Purnea - demonstrate varying levels of support between the NDA alliance and Mahagathbandhan coalition, reflecting the evolving political dynamics in areas where Muslims constitute up to 68% of the population. This electoral behavior marks a partial departure from historical voting trends, as Muslim representation in Bihar's assembly continues to fluctuate with changing political alliances.
Bihar Election 2025: Shahabuddin's Son Osama Leads in Raghunathpur as NDA Dominates Assembly Polls
Nov 14, 2025 07:51 pm CST
Osama Shahab, son of late gangster-politician Mohammad Shahabuddin, leads by over 12,000 votes in Bihar's Raghunathpur constituency as the NDA coalition appears poised for victory with leads in 190+ seats. The election will determine whether Nitish Kumar secures a fifth consecutive term as Chief Minister amid controversy over RJD's candidate selection.
RJD's Electoral Decline: From Bihar's Largest Party to Second-Worst Performance Under Tejashwi Yadav's Leadership
Nov 14, 2025 03:21 pm CST
The RJD party, once Bihar's political powerhouse, faces a potential second-worst electoral performance under Tejashwi Yadav's leadership, currently leading in only 32 seats despite contesting 143. Meanwhile, the BJP-JDU alliance under Nitish Kumar appears headed for a decisive victory with leads in 191 seats of the 243-member Assembly, highlighting a significant power shift in Bihar's political landscape.
Lalu Yadav: The Resilient Political Force Behind Bihar's RJD Legacy
Nov 14, 2025 01:37 am CST
Explore Lalu Yadav's remarkable political journey from humble beginnings to becoming Bihar's influential leader, transforming Indian Railways, surviving the fodder scam controversy, and now mentoring his son Tejashwi Yadav as the RJD's future. This comprehensive profile examines his political resilience, accomplishments, controversies, and enduring influence in Indian politics.
Analyzing Bihar's Record Voter Turnout: What the 12% Surge Really Means for Election Results
Nov 12, 2025 09:29 pm CST
Bihar's 2025 elections witnessed an unprecedented 69.1% voter turnout, jumping 12 percentage points from 2020 levels, with women's participation reaching 71.6%. This article examines the factors behind this remarkable surge, including the impact of Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party, electoral roll revisions, targeted appeals to women voters, and traditional voting patterns in the state. Rather than indicating clear advantages for any political alliance, the increased participation reflects multiple converging factors in this pivotal election that marks the end of an era for Bihar's dominant political figures.
Bihar Exit Polls Predict NDA Victory as Mahagathbandhan Faces Significant Decline
Nov 11, 2025 10:30 pm CST
Exit polls indicate a strong NDA comeback in Bihar with projected 147 seats while the opposition Mahagathbandhan may secure only 90 seats. Lalu Yadav's RJD appears to be losing its position as the single-largest party to BJP, while Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj might secure minimal representation but potentially impact opposition votes.
Tej Pratap Yadav Breaks Ties with Brother Tejashwi: "Relationship Is Over Forever" | Bihar Political Drama
Nov 08, 2025 11:36 pm CST
Tej Pratap Yadav, estranged son of RJD chief Lalu Yadav, has declared his permanent separation from brother Tejashwi and the RJD party. In an exclusive NDTV interview during his Bihar election campaign, the elder Yadav vowed never to return to RJD while building his own political identity through his newly formed Janshakti Janata Dal party, sparking speculation about potential post-election alliances.
Prashant Kishor Challenges PM Modi's RJD Fear Tactics: Jan Suraaj Offers New Alternative in Bihar Elections
Nov 08, 2025 02:01 pm CST
Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor criticizes PM Modi for using fear of Lalu Yadav's "jungle raj" to win votes in Bihar elections. As the state records historic 64.66% turnout in first phase voting, Kishor presents his party as a fresh alternative beyond the traditional NDA and RJD options, with second phase polling scheduled for November 11.