Bihar
Nitin Nabin Assumes BJP National Working President Role: A New Chapter in Party Leadership
Dec 16, 2025 02:22 am CST
Nitin Nabin, 45, has officially taken charge as the BJP's national working president, signaling a potential generational shift in party leadership. Senior leaders including Amit Shah and JP Nadda expressed confidence that Nabin, with his strong RSS background and organizational skills as a five-time Bihar MLA, will effectively advance BJP's public service mission and Prime Minister Modi's governance initiatives nationwide.
Trinamool MP Mimics PM Modi in Parliament While Criticizing Voter List Revision Process
Dec 09, 2025 08:04 pm CST
Kalyan Banerjee, Trinamool MP, mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a parliamentary discussion on electoral reforms, criticizing the government's claims about infiltrators in Bihar and questioning the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision process that he claims is designed to delete voters rather than authenticate them. Banerjee argued that removing voters from electoral rolls undermines democratic principles and criticized digital verification methods for determining family relationships.
Supreme Court Expresses Frustration Over Multiple Special Intensive Revision Petitions From Various States
Dec 09, 2025 03:45 pm CST
The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the growing number of petitions related to the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process from multiple states. Chief Justice Surya Kant ordered state-wise segregation of petitions while prioritizing a decision on Bihar's SIR legality. The court also addressed timeline concerns for Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, as well as security issues for booth-level officers in West Bengal.
Bihar Family Forced to Drag Mother's Body on Stretcher After Hospital Denies Ambulance Service
Dec 09, 2025 02:35 am CST
In a heart-wrenching incident from Bihar's Nawada district, a man was forced to transport his deceased mother's body on a stretcher for nearly two kilometers after being denied ambulance services by a local health center. The family's ordeal, which included leaving members behind as guarantors for the stretcher, highlights concerning gaps in healthcare protocols for deceased patients and raises questions about dignity in death within India's rural healthcare system.
RJD Defies Eviction Notice: Rabri Devi Will Not Vacate Government Bungalow Despite Bihar Administration's Directive
Nov 26, 2025 09:54 pm CST
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has firmly declared that former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi will not surrender her government bungalow despite an official notification to relocate. RJD state chief Mangani Lal Mandal alleges the decision stems from political malice, claiming the party received more votes than any NDA constituent in recent elections despite their reduced seat count. The controversy highlights growing tensions between RJD and the ruling NDA coalition in Bihar.
Study Reveals Uranium Contamination in Breast Milk Across Bihar Districts: Potential Health Risks for Infants
Nov 23, 2025 04:26 pm CST
A recent study has discovered uranium (U238) contamination in breast milk samples from 40 lactating mothers across multiple Bihar districts, raising concerns about infant health. While all samples contained uranium, with highest levels found in Katihar district, researchers indicate that 70% of infants could face non-carcinogenic health risks including potential impacts on kidney development, neurological function, and cognitive health. Despite these findings, experts recommend continued breastfeeding as uranium concentrations remain below critical thresholds, with monitoring efforts planned for other states.
Madhya Pradesh BJP Minister Claims Alcohol Readily Available in Prohibition State Bihar
Nov 03, 2025 12:36 am CST
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Minister Dharmendra Singh Lodhi has sparked controversy by claiming liquor is easily available in Bihar despite prohibition laws, creating tensions within BJP's interstate relations. His comments about "liquor mafias ruling Bihar" and subsequent threats against critics have drawn sharp reactions from Congress opposition, while a YouTuber alleging ministerial collusion with the liquor mafia was arrested following the minister's complaint.
Rahul Gandhi Goes Fishing with Local Community During Bihar Campaign: Promises Support for Fishermen
Nov 02, 2025 08:11 pm CST
During his election campaign in Bihar, Rahul Gandhi took time to engage with local fishermen in Begusarai, participating in traditional fishing activities alongside Mukesh Sahni of VIP party. The Congress leader discussed challenges faced by the fishing community and highlighted the INDIA bloc's promises of financial assistance and insurance schemes for fishermen, emphasizing their importance to Bihar's economy.
Former Bihar MLA Anant Singh Arrested in Connection with Jan Suraaj Supporter's Murder: Complete Investigation Details
Nov 02, 2025 05:39 pm CST
Bihar's DGP Vinay Kumar explains the three-day delay in arresting former MLA Anant Singh for the murder of Jan Suraaj supporter Dular Chand Yadav, revealing that authorities were awaiting post-mortem results that showed death from cardiorespiratory failure caused by blunt force trauma. The political clash occurred during campaign activities in Mokama, with Singh now facing judicial custody ahead of Bihar's November elections.
Neetu Chandra Encourages Bihar Voters While Discussing Her Journey from Middle-Class to Hollywood
Nov 01, 2025 08:00 pm CST
Actor Neetu Chandra, the Election Commission's outreach icon in Bihar, spoke at NDTV's Bihar Power Play event in Patna about her acting journey, Bihari identity, and the importance of voting. The 'Garam Masala' star shared her 15-year effort to empower Bihar's people and how she's working through her production house, Champaran Talkies, to create opportunities for local talent while supporting regional art and women farmers.