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Asaduddin Owaisi Rejects 'BJP B-Team' Label, Challenges Opposition to Self-Introspect Amid Bihar Elections
Nov 08, 2025 02:06 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has firmly dismissed accusations of being BJP's "B-team" or a "vote-cutter" in Bihar elections, challenging opposition parties to self-reflect on their repeated failures against the NDA. Speaking to NDTV, Owaisi revealed that AIMIM had offered to join the INDIA bloc but received no response, while expressing skepticism about the Mahagathbandhan's chances in the ongoing assembly elections scheduled to conclude on November 14.
Amit Shah Confident NDA Will Win Over 160 Seats in Bihar Assembly Elections
Nov 07, 2025 09:44 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah predicts a sweeping victory for the NDA in Bihar's elections, targeting over 160 seats amid record voter turnout. During his campaign in Purnia, Shah highlighted the coalition's development work and addressed key issues including illegal immigration in the Seemanchal region, with polling for the second phase scheduled for November 11.
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.
Heated Confrontation Between Bihar Deputy CM and RJD Leader Captured on Camera During Assembly Elections
Nov 07, 2025 01:24 am CST
During the first phase of Bihar assembly elections, a dramatic face-off between Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha and RJD MLC Ajay Singh was captured by NDTV cameras in Lakhisarai. The confrontation, which began over whose vehicle would pass first, quickly escalated to accusations of drunkenness and threats, highlighting the tense political atmosphere amid reports of election violence and disruptions at polling stations.
The Art of Political Alliances in India: How Vote Accelerators Shape Electoral Success
Nov 06, 2025 04:58 pm CST
This analysis examines the complex dynamics of political alliance formation in India, revealing how strategic seat-sharing arrangements determine electoral outcomes. Through case studies from Tamil Nadu, Bihar, and Maharashtra, the article demonstrates how parties like AIADMK and BJP have mastered the role of "vote accelerator" to maximize success rates, while highlighting the contrasting approaches of regional parties toward national players like Congress. Essential reading for understanding the mathematics and psychology behind India's coalition politics.
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.
Lalu Yadav Calls for Change in Bihar After 20 Years of JDU Rule - "Time to Flip the Political Roti"
Nov 06, 2025 01:49 pm CST
Veteran RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav has called for political change in Bihar after two decades of JDU rule, comparing politics to a roti that needs flipping to avoid getting burnt. After casting his vote in the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections, he advocated for a government led by his son Tejashwi Yadav to create a "new Bihar" as the state chooses between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan alliances.
Rahul Gandhi Urges Bihar's Gen Z Voters to Counter "Vote Theft" in Assembly Elections
Nov 06, 2025 02:48 am CST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeals to first-time and young voters in Bihar to participate in the assembly elections, warning about alleged "vote theft" conspiracies similar to those he claims occurred in Haryana and other states. The opposition leader emphasizes democratic responsibility while NDA leaders reject his allegations as attempts to create discord ahead of the two-phase election.
Lalan Kumar Defects from BJP to RJD: Major Political Shift Before Bihar Assembly Elections
Nov 06, 2025 01:51 am CST
Sitting Pirpainti MLA Lalan Kumar has joined Lalu Prasad Yadav's Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) just one day before Bihar's first phase of assembly elections. After being denied a BJP ticket, Kumar's dramatic switch represents a significant political realignment as the state prepares for crucial two-phase polls on November 6 and 11.
Last-Minute Political Shift: Jan Suraaj Candidate Sanjay Singh Joins BJP Before Bihar Assembly Elections
Nov 05, 2025 05:38 pm CST
Just before the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections, Jan Suraaj candidate Sanjay Singh from Munger constituency has defected to the BJP, transforming the electoral landscape from a three-way contest to a direct battle between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan alliances. This significant political development represents another blow to Prashant Kishor's fledgling party, which has already faced multiple candidate withdrawals in recent weeks.
