Giriraj Singh
Congress Leader Refuses to Apologize for Operation Sindoor Comments, Sparks Political Row with BJP
Dec 17, 2025 01:45 pm CST
Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan has sparked a major political controversy by refusing to apologize for his claim that India was "defeated on Day 1" during Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. The BJP has strongly condemned his remarks, accusing Congress of insulting the Indian Armed Forces, while the Congress party attempts to distance itself from the controversy. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions regarding national security matters and military operations between India and Pakistan.
BJP-Led NDA Crosses Majority Mark in Bihar Elections; Giriraj Singh Sets Sights on West Bengal
Nov 14, 2025 12:50 pm CST
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has surpassed the majority threshold in Bihar Assembly elections, leading in 160 out of 243 seats. Union Minister Giriraj Singh declared West Bengal as their next target, citing Bihar's rejection of "anarchy" and preference for development. Meanwhile, Tejashwi Yadav's RJD-led opposition trails with 78 seats, and poll strategist Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj shows surprising strength in two constituencies.
The Bhumihar Factor: How a 3% Community Became the Decisive Force in Bihar's 2025 Elections
Nov 04, 2025 02:32 am CST
As Bihar approaches its 2025 assembly elections, the Bhumihar community, despite comprising only 2.9% of the electorate, has emerged as the pivotal force shaping political outcomes. This article examines how this historically influential upper caste navigates contemporary politics through powerful strongmen like Anant Singh and Suraj Bhan Singh, whose decades-old rivalry epitomizes the intersection of crime, violence, and electoral strategy in regions like Mokama. With both NDA and Mahagathbandhan aggressively courting Bhumihar voters through strategic candidate nominations, these elections will test traditional allegiances and potentially redefine Bihar's political landscape beyond numerical representation.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh's Controversial 'Namak Haraam' Comment Ignites Political Debate Ahead of Bihar Elections
Oct 19, 2025 04:40 pm CST
Union Minister Giriraj Singh has sparked controversy by calling Muslims who benefit from government schemes but don't vote for BJP as 'namak haraam' (betrayers) during a rally in Bihar's Arwal district. The remarks come amid heightened political tensions before the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, with opposition parties accusing BJP of diverting attention from development issues through religious polarization.