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Tejashwi Yadav Confident of Victory as Bihar Election Counting Begins Despite Exit Poll Predictions
Nov 14, 2025 10:57 am CST
As Bihar election vote counting commences, opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav expresses strong confidence in victory despite exit polls predicting a comfortable win for the BJP-JDU alliance. The RJD leader, contesting from Raghopur, has raised concerns about potential counting manipulation in constituencies with narrow margins while exit polls suggest the NDA will retain power with 147 seats in the 243-seat assembly.
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.
PM Modi Slams RJD's 'Jungle Raj' in Bihar: "They Want Children to Become Extortionists, Not Doctors"
Nov 08, 2025 03:37 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches scathing attack on RJD at Bihar rally, accusing the party of promoting 'jungle raj' and endangering children's future. He contrasts RJD's alleged promotion of violence with NDA's vision of development, citing startups over 'hands up' politics after record Phase 1 voter turnout.
Record Voter Turnout in Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav Claims People Voting for Development and Change
Nov 07, 2025 06:52 pm CST
In an exclusive NDTV interview, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav discusses Bihar's unprecedented 65% voter turnout, attributing it to citizens' desire for economic development and political change. Yadav highlighted his past achievements and vision for transforming Bihar into an industrial and technological hub, while criticizing current leadership for failing to attract investment and address corruption.
The Remarkable Journey of Rabri Devi: From Housewife to Bihar's First Woman Chief Minister
Nov 07, 2025 12:55 pm CST
Explore the extraordinary political transformation of Rabri Devi, who rose from being a homemaker to becoming Bihar's first and only female Chief Minister for seven years (1997-2005), despite having minimal education and political experience. Her unexpected leadership journey, following her husband Lalu Prasad Yadav's resignation due to the fodder scam, represents a significant chapter in Indian political history.
Tej Pratap Yadav: Disowned by Family, Open to Post-Election Alliances in Bihar
Nov 06, 2025 11:22 pm CST
Tej Pratap Yadav, estranged son of RJD chief Lalu Yadav, discusses his political future after being disowned by his family. Having formed his own party Janshakti Janata Dal, he claims to have "thousands of options" for post-election alliances while considering the people of Mahua constituency as his only family now. Despite family tensions, his mother Rabri Devi has extended blessings to both him and his brother Tejashwi ahead of Bihar's assembly elections.
The Legacy of Lalu Yadav: From Charwaha Schools to Bihar's Political Landscape in 2025 Elections
Nov 06, 2025 10:24 am CST
Explore Lalu Prasad Yadav's five-decade political journey from rural Bihar to national prominence, including his innovative Charwaha Schools for cattle-herding children and his enduring influence on Bihar politics as the state approaches its 2025 elections. Despite legal challenges from the fodder scam, Lalu's socio-political legacy continues through his son Tejashwi, who now leads the RJD in alliance against Nitish Kumar's NDA coalition.
Bihar Assembly Election 2023: The Battle of Razor-Thin Margins in Key Constituencies
Nov 06, 2025 09:49 am CST
As 121 assembly seats in Bihar head to polls today, all eyes are on constituencies that were decided by incredibly slim margins in 2020. The closest contest was in Hilsa where JD(U) won by just 12 votes, while several other seats like Barbigha, Matihani, Bachhwara, Kurhani, and Bakhri were decided by fewer than 1,000 votes. These constituencies represent critical battlegrounds where both the ruling and opposition alliances are focusing their resources and scrutiny.
Bihar Assembly Election 2023: Key Candidates and Constituencies in First Phase of Polling
Nov 06, 2025 09:06 am CST
The first phase of Bihar's assembly election has begun with polling across 121 constituencies, featuring numerous political heavyweights. Prominent candidates include RJD's Tejashwi Yadav contesting from Raghopur, his estranged brother Tej Pratap Yadav representing his newly formed JJD in Mahua, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha from BJP, folk singer Maithili Thakur making her political debut, and Bhojpuri superstar Khesari Lal Yadav representing RJD. The election also features Jan Suraaj's transgender candidate Preeti Kinnar in Bhorey, potentially marking a significant step for social inclusion in Bihar's politics.