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Bihar Deputy CM Compares Lalu Prasad Yadav to Dhritarashtra Over Political Support for Son Tejashwi
Oct 08, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sinha draws a Mahabharata parallel, claiming RJD founder Lalu Prasad Yadav has become like the blind king Dhritarashtra due to excessive support for his son Tejashwi Yadav amid upcoming Bihar elections. The BJP leader accuses the veteran politician of maligning Bihar to maintain political relevance while responding to Lalu's recent criticism of the NDA.
Bihar Election 2024: Opposition Grand Alliance Struggles with Seat-Sharing Negotiations as Congress and RJD Seek Compromise
Oct 08, 2025 01:14 am CST
The Opposition Grand Alliance in Bihar faces challenging seat-sharing negotiations ahead of elections, with Congress seeking 10 additional seats beyond RJD's offer of 54. Meanwhile, CPI-ML demands 30 seats instead of 19, and smaller alliance partners like VIP seek increased representation. Sources indicate a final arrangement and confirmation of Tejashwi Yadav as Chief Ministerial candidate is expected within days.
Power Battles and Family Legacies: Critical Constituencies Shaping Bihar's 2025 Assembly Elections
Oct 08, 2025 12:14 am CST
Bihar's upcoming assembly elections spotlight several high-stakes constituencies where family legacies, political realignments, and powerful local strongholds will determine the state's future leadership. From Tejashwi Yadav seeking a third term in Raghopur to former don Anant Kumar Singh's territorial defense in Mokama, these battlegrounds feature dramatic personal rivalries, dynastic succession challenges, and shifting alliances that exemplify Bihar's complex political landscape ahead of the November polls.
Bihar Election: Opposition Alliance Struggles to Finalize CM Candidate With Election Less Than 30 Days Away
Oct 07, 2025 08:03 pm CST
With Bihar elections approaching in just 30 days, the opposition Mahagathbandhan alliance faces internal uncertainty over its chief ministerial candidate. While Tejashwi Yadav is the RJD's preferred choice, Congress has yet to formally endorse him as the INDIA bloc's official candidate, creating tensions within the coalition challenging Nitish Kumar and the BJP in the upcoming November polls.
Bihar Assembly Election 2024: Nitish Kumar Leads CM Race with 42% Support, Modi Factor Remains Significant
Oct 06, 2025 09:31 pm CST
According to a recent IANS-Matrize News Communications opinion poll, Nitish Kumar dominates the Bihar chief minister race with 42% voter support, while Tejashwi Yadav trails at 15%. The survey reveals strong approval (73%) for Kumar's governance, particularly on law and order, with the 'Modi factor' expected to significantly impact the upcoming two-phase elections scheduled for November 6 and 11, 2024.
Complete Guide to Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Dates, Constituencies, and Voter Information
Oct 06, 2025 08:08 pm CST
The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 will be held in two phases on November 6 and November 11, with vote counting on November 14. This comprehensive guide provides essential information about Bihar's 243 constituencies, 90,712 polling stations, and details about the 7.43 crore registered voters. Learn about special voting arrangements, reserved constituencies, and the electoral infrastructure as the BJP-JD(U) alliance faces off against the RJD-Congress opposition in this critical state election.
Bihar Election 2025: Three Political Figures Who Will Shape the State's Future
Oct 06, 2025 07:27 pm CST
As Bihar prepares for crucial Assembly elections, three pivotal political figures face defining moments that could reshape the state's future. Incumbent Chief Minister Nitish Kumar seeks an unprecedented 10th term amid health concerns, RJD's Tejashwi Yadav strives to capitalize on his party's previous strong showing, while former strategist Prashant Kishor tests his political fortunes with the debut of his Jan Suraaj Party. The outcomes will significantly impact Bihar's political landscape for years to come.
Bihar Assembly Elections 2024: Election Commission to Announce Poll Dates as Political Alliances Prepare for Crucial Battle
Oct 06, 2025 05:57 pm CST
The Election Commission of India is set to announce Bihar assembly election dates today, with voting to be completed by November 22. The electoral battle will feature a direct contest between Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's NDA coalition and the RJD-led Mahagathbandhan alliance, amid controversy over recent voter list revisions that saw a significant drop in registered voters. Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj will also debut, contesting all 243 seats in this politically significant state election.
Asaduddin Owaisi Claims Bihar's 19% Muslim Population Lacks Political Leadership Ahead of Elections
Oct 06, 2025 05:50 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi highlights the lack of Muslim political leadership in Bihar despite their 17.7% population share. Despite winning five seats in the 2020 elections, four AIMIM MLAs defected to RJD. Owaisi reveals failed alliance attempts with the RJD-led opposition, requesting only six seats and a Seemanchal Development Council with no ministerial positions in return.
Tejashwi Yadav Questions Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Mental Health After Erratic Behavior at PM Modi's Function
Oct 05, 2025 10:59 pm CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has raised serious concerns about Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's mental fitness to govern following what he described as "erratic behavior" during Prime Minister Modi's virtual function. The opposition leader suggested a political conspiracy might be behind Kumar's condition, while JD(U) representatives firmly rejected these allegations, creating further tension in Bihar's already charged political landscape.