assembly polls
Amit Shah Warns Bihar: "Jungle Raaj Will Return" If NDA Loses in Upcoming Election Phase
Nov 07, 2025 06:55 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah warns Bihar voters about the potential return of "jungle raaj" if they don't support NDA candidates in the upcoming second phase of elections on November 11. Shah highlighted PM Modi's achievements in making former Naxal-dominated areas like Jamui peaceful while criticizing opposition parties. The second phase will conclude the Bihar election process with voting across 122 seats in 20 districts.
Bihar Assembly Elections 2025: Key Leaders Cast Votes as First Phase Polling Records 27.65% Turnout by Mid-Morning
Nov 06, 2025 02:04 pm CST
The first phase of Bihar's assembly elections has begun with 121 seats voting today, recording a 27.65% turnout by 11 am. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Lalu Yadav, and other prominent leaders have already cast their votes. The NDA seeks another term against the Grand Alliance led by Tejashwi Yadav, whose jobs promise has become central to the campaign. Prashant Kishor's new Jan Suraaj Party adds complexity to the electoral equation in a contest focusing on unemployment, corruption, and public services.
Bihar Assembly Elections 2023: Battle Between NDA and Mahagathbandhan in First Phase of Polling
Nov 05, 2025 02:56 am CST
The first phase of Bihar assembly elections on November 6 will see a crucial contest between the NDA led by PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar against the Mahagathbandhan coalition. With 121 constituencies at stake, key issues include unemployment, migration, corruption, and declining public services. While Mahagathbandhan holds a historical advantage in the region, NDA's resource-rich campaign presents a formidable challenge in this pivotal democratic exercise.
Election Commission Seizes Illegal Cash, Drugs and Liquor Worth Over Rs 100 Crore Ahead of Bihar Polls
Nov 04, 2025 01:56 am CST
Enforcement agencies have confiscated illegal cash, drugs, liquor and freebies worth over Rs 108.19 crore from Bihar and other states ahead of November elections. The Election Commission has deployed 824 flying squads to monitor electoral malpractices with Bihar assembly polls scheduled for November 6 and 11.
Election Commission Seizes Rs 71 Crore Worth Cash and Contraband in Dry Bihar Before Assembly Polls
Oct 22, 2025 02:38 am CST
Ahead of Bihar's assembly elections, enforcement agencies have confiscated over Rs 71 crore worth of cash, liquor, drugs, and precious metals despite the state's alcohol prohibition since 2016. The Election Commission has deployed 824 flying squads to monitor violations, with citizens able to report infractions via the C-Vigil app or ECINET platform before the November voting dates.
Congress Announces Six Additional Candidates for Bihar Assembly Elections Amid Alliance Challenges
Oct 20, 2025 02:45 pm CST
The Congress party has expanded its candidate list for the Bihar Assembly elections to 60, announcing six new nominees amid ongoing seat-sharing difficulties with alliance partner RJD. The latest announcements come as the Mahagathbandhan alliance faces internal tensions, with Monday marking the final nomination day for the second phase of elections.
NDA Finalizes Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal: BJP and JDU to Contest 101 Seats Each, LJP Gets 29
Oct 12, 2025 09:48 pm CST
After weeks of negotiations, the NDA has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the Bihar assembly elections. The BJP and JDU will each contest 101 seats, while Chirag Paswan's LJP has been allocated 29 seats after intense negotiations. Smaller allies Rashtriya Lok Morcha and HAM will get six seats each in the 243-member assembly.
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.
AIMIM to Contest 100 Seats in Bihar Elections After INDIA Bloc Rejection: Owaisi Builds Third Alternative
Oct 11, 2025 05:23 pm CST
AIMIM plans to contest 100 seats in upcoming Bihar assembly elections, significantly expanding from their previous electoral presence. Party president Asaduddin Owaisi aims to establish a third political alternative in Bihar's traditionally bipolar political landscape after being rejected by the INDIA bloc. With elections scheduled for November, AIMIM targets regions with significant Muslim populations while facing accusations of dividing secular votes to benefit BJP.
AIADMK-TVK Alliance Speculation: Vijay's Party Distances Itself After EPS Claims
Oct 10, 2025 11:11 am CST
Following AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami's hints at a potential alliance with actor Vijay's Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), the newly-formed party has distanced itself from the claim. While EPS described TVK flags at his rally as "the beginning of a new alliance," TVK sources denied any official connection, setting the stage for political realignment ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2025 assembly elections.