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Tej Pratap Yadav Charged with Election Code Violation in Bihar After Using Vehicle with Police Insignia
Oct 20, 2025 03:55 pm CST
Former RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Lalu Prasad, faces legal charges for violating the election model code of conduct in Bihar's Vaishali district. Police filed a case after he allegedly used a vehicle with unauthorized police logo and beacon light during his nomination filing procession, further complicating his political journey following his controversial expulsion from his father's party earlier this year.
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.
The Legacy of Political Dynasties: How Family Connections Shape Bihar's 2025 Assembly Elections
Oct 19, 2025 04:52 pm CST
Bihar's upcoming Assembly elections showcase the continuing dominance of political dynasties, with numerous candidates from established political families contesting across party lines. As the state prepares for its two-phase polls on November 6 and 11, heirs of prominent politicians including RJD's Tejashwi Yadav and BJP's Samrat Choudhary are leading the electoral race, raising questions about merit-based politics and democratic principles in a state where educational attainment remains low and dynastic advantages persist across all major parties.
Bihar Elections 2023: How INDIA Bloc's Internal Conflicts Benefit the NDA's Electoral Prospects
Oct 18, 2025 08:55 pm CST
The INDIA bloc's promising united opposition front has devolved into political chaos during Bihar assembly elections, with approximately 10 "friendly contests" between Mahagathbandhan candidates undermining their collective strength. Despite early momentum from rallies led by Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav, delayed candidate announcements, conflicting ambitions, and strategic confusion have transformed initial optimism into disarray, creating a significant electoral advantage for the ruling NDA coalition.
Bihar Opposition Alliance Faces Internal Conflicts as Congress and RJD Clash Over Seat Sharing and Leadership
Oct 18, 2025 08:30 pm CST
The Opposition Grand Alliance in Bihar struggles with finalizing seat-sharing arrangements weeks before elections, leading to potential friendly contests between Congress and RJD in multiple constituencies. Congress withholds support for Tejashwi Yadav as Chief Ministerial candidate while demanding 70+ seats, exemplified by the Kutumba constituency where both parties have fielded candidates.
Amit Shah Challenges Tejashwi Yadav's Government Job Guarantee and Criticizes Rahul Gandhi's Yatra in Bihar
Oct 17, 2025 08:37 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah questions the financial feasibility of RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav's promise to provide government jobs to every family in Bihar during his pre-election visit. Shah also criticized Rahul Gandhi's Voter Adhikar Yatra while emphasizing BJP's stance against illegal immigrants ahead of the November assembly elections.
Congress Nominates Mohammad Naushad for Jale Amid Controversy Over PM Modi Comments
Oct 17, 2025 12:39 pm CST
Congress has selected Mohammad Naushad as its candidate for Bihar's Jale constituency in the 2025 assembly elections, despite recent controversy surrounding abusive remarks about PM Modi's late mother at his rally. The nomination comes amid ongoing tension between Congress and RJD over seat allocation, with BJP's two-time winner Jivesh Mishra seeking re-election as the incumbent candidate.
Manoj Bajpayee Denounces Fake Political Video: Actor Clarifies No Association with RJD Ahead of Bihar Elections
Oct 17, 2025 12:18 pm CST
Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee has publicly denied any political affiliation after a manipulated video falsely portrayed him endorsing the Rashtriya Janata Dal party. The National Award-winning actor revealed the content was a deceptively edited advertisement he had created for Prime Video, highlighting growing concerns about deepfakes and unauthorized use of celebrity images in Indian politics. This case joins similar incidents involving other Bollywood personalities seeking legal protection for their publicity rights.
Vikasheel Insaan Party Secures 15 Seats in Bihar Election Alliance: Mahagathbandhan Coalition Finalized
Oct 17, 2025 03:00 am CST
Mukesh Sahani's Vikasheel Insaan Party (VIP) has agreed to contest 15 seats in the Bihar assembly election, resolving coalition uncertainty within the Mahagathbandhan alliance. The deal includes promises of one Rajya Sabha and two MLC seats, strengthening opposition unity ahead of the November two-phase voting. With this arrangement finalized, the alliance now prepares to face BJP and Prashant Kishor's new Jan Suraaj Party.
Bhojpuri Superstar Khesari Lal Yadav and Wife Chanda Join RJD Ahead of Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 17, 2025 02:38 am CST
Popular Bhojpuri actor-singer Khesari Lal Yadav and his wife Chanda have formally joined the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in Bihar. Their induction, announced by Tejashwi Yadav, comes amid speculation that one of them will receive a party ticket to contest from their native Saran district in the upcoming assembly elections.