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Nitish Kumar Sworn In As Bihar Chief Minister For Record 10th Time With 19 Ministers
Nov 20, 2025 04:09 pm CST
Nitish Kumar took oath as Bihar Chief Minister for a record 10th time at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, following JDU and BJP-led NDA's landslide victory in the Assembly elections. The new cabinet includes 19 ministers with BJP claiming 14 positions and JDU holding six, while smaller allies received one berth each.
Ahmed Patel's Daughter Challenges Congress to Adapt to Modern Indian Political Landscape After Bihar Defeat
Nov 19, 2025 01:40 am CST
Mumtaz Patel, daughter of Congress veteran Ahmed Patel, delivers a candid critique of her party's outdated strategies following poor performance in Bihar elections. She argues that power concentration among disconnected leaders has led to repeated failures, emphasizing that Congress must evolve its approach to remain relevant in today's changed political environment despite maintaining its position as the principal opposition party with nationwide presence.
Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj: Analysis of Electoral Failure in Bihar and Future Political Prospects
Nov 17, 2025 10:10 pm CST
This in-depth analysis examines why political strategist Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party failed in its electoral debut in Bihar despite significant social media presence. The article explores organizational weaknesses, timing issues, and strategic missteps while considering whether this new political movement can overcome its initial setbacks to become a viable third alternative in Bihar's political landscape.
The Collapse of Lalu Prasad Yadav's Political Dynasty: Family Discord and Electoral Defeat in Bihar
Nov 17, 2025 10:02 am CST
Lalu Prasad Yadav's political dynasty faces unprecedented crisis as family conflicts erupt into public view. His daughter Rohini Acharya and three sisters have left the family home amid accusations against heir-apparent Tejashwi Yadav, while the RJD suffers its worst electoral performance in years, dropping from 75 to just 25 assembly seats. This comprehensive analysis examines the intertwining of family politics and public governance that has led to the potential downfall of one of Bihar's most powerful political families.
Bihar NDA Government Formation: Nitish Kumar to Continue as Chief Minister with New Cabinet Formula
Nov 16, 2025 05:05 pm CST
The formation of Bihar's new government is expected within three days as Nitish Kumar will retain his position as Chief Minister. The NDA's substantial election victory sees BJP securing 89 seats and JDU 85 seats, with cabinet positions allocated following a formula finalized with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The swearing-in ceremony is planned for mid-week, pending Prime Minister Modi's schedule confirmation.
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.
Trinamool MP Condemns Modi's Bengal Remarks: "BJP Insults Our Cultural Icons and Identity"
Nov 15, 2025 02:18 pm CST
Following Prime Minister Modi's comments suggesting Bihar's election victory paves the way for BJP's success in West Bengal, Trinamool Congress MP Sagarika Ghose delivered a fierce rebuttal accusing the BJP of treating Bengal as a conquest and disrespecting Bengali culture, language and icons. Ghose defended Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's leadership while criticizing the central government's approach to federalism and treatment of Bengali-speaking citizens.
2025 Assembly Bypolls Results: BJP and Congress Win 2 Seats Each Across Seven States
Nov 14, 2025 09:54 pm CST
The 2025 Assembly by-elections resulted in an even split between BJP and Congress with two seats each, while regional parties secured victories in the remaining constituencies across seven states and Jammu and Kashmir. The bypolls, held alongside Bihar's second phase elections, showcased diverse political dynamics with significant margins of victory for candidates from various parties including BJP, Congress, PDP, JMM, AAP, and MNF.
Bihar Election Results 2025: Mukesh Sahani's VIP Party Faces Defeat in All 12 Contested Seats
Nov 14, 2025 08:37 pm CST
The 2025 Bihar Election results show Mukesh Sahani's Vikassheel Insaan Party trailing in all 12 contested seats despite securing advantageous alliance terms with the opposition Mahagathbandhan. The self-styled "son of mallah" leader, who previously won four seats in 2020, faces political setbacks as the NDA surges beyond 200 seats in the 243-member assembly, while the opposition alliance struggles with just 38 leads.
BJP Signals West Bengal as Next Target Following NDA's Bihar Election Victory
Nov 14, 2025 04:22 pm CST
Following its strong performance in Bihar's assembly elections, the BJP has set its sights on West Bengal for the upcoming 2026 elections. Senior BJP leader Amit Malviya highlighted the party's growth from 3 to 77 seats in Bengal's previous election and claimed widespread dissatisfaction with Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress government, citing incidents like Sandeshkhali and communal tensions across the state.