Nitish Kumar
Amit Shah Slams Rahul Gandhi Over Chhath Puja Remarks While Campaigning for NDA in Bihar Elections
Oct 31, 2025 11:37 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a sharp critique of Rahul Gandhi during multiple rallies in Bihar, accusing the Congress leader of disrespecting Chhath Puja due to his Italian heritage. Shah predicted the INDIA bloc's defeat in upcoming elections while highlighting the NDA government's development initiatives in Bihar under Nitish Kumar's leadership and contrasting it with the alleged "jungle raj" during the RJD regime.
Rahul Gandhi Launches Bihar Election Campaign with Sharp Criticism of Prime Minister Modi
Oct 29, 2025 07:45 pm CST
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi kicked off his party's Bihar election campaign with strong accusations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP, claiming electoral manipulation while BJP representatives swiftly condemned his remarks. The upcoming two-phase Bihar election begins November 6, with results to be announced on November 14, amid growing tensions between opposition and ruling alliances over policy promises and the legacy of former Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur.
Bihar Election 2024: How Caste Calculations Drive NDA and Mahagathbandhan Ticket Distribution
Oct 29, 2025 07:26 pm CST
Analysis of Bihar's upcoming assembly elections reveals both the NDA and Mahagathbandhan alliances have prioritized core vote banks over inclusive representation, with BJP focusing on upper castes and non-Yadav OBCs while RJD reinforces its Muslim-Yadav base, showcasing how electoral pragmatism supersedes their public slogans about proportional representation.
Amit Shah Confirms Nitish Kumar Will Remain Bihar Chief Minister If NDA Wins
Oct 29, 2025 07:13 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has officially confirmed that Nitish Kumar will continue as Bihar's Chief Minister if the NDA retains power, ending speculation about the alliance's leadership. This announcement comes after the opposition Mahagathbandhan had already named their CM candidate and released their election manifesto.
Rahul Gandhi Accuses BJP of Remotely Controlling Bihar Government Through Nitish Kumar's Image
Oct 29, 2025 05:33 pm CST
In his first election rally in Bihar, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that BJP is running Bihar through "remote control" while merely using Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as a figurehead. Gandhi criticized the BJP for opposing social justice, creating two different Indias - one for common people and another for billionaires - and warned about potential election manipulation. He promised that if the INDIA bloc forms the government, it would protect all sections of society regardless of caste or religion.
Political Battle Intensifies Over 'Jan Nayak' Title in Bihar Election: Congress, BJP, and Allies Clash Over Karpoori Thakur's Legacy
Oct 28, 2025 02:19 pm CST
As Bihar's election approaches, a heated dispute has erupted among political parties over the prestigious 'Jan Nayak' title traditionally associated with socialist icon Karpoori Thakur. The Congress, RJD, and Samajwadi Party are claiming this honorific for their respective leaders, while the BJP-led alliance emphasizes that only Thakur deserves this recognition. This controversy highlights the enduring influence of Thakur's political legacy in Bihar's electoral landscape.
RJD Expels 27 Leaders for Anti-Party Activities as Bihar Election Approaches: NDA Partners Follow Suit
Oct 28, 2025 02:31 am CST
In a significant pre-election purge, Rashtriya Janata Dal has expelled 27 leaders for anti-party activities just days before Bihar goes to polls in November. This disciplinary action coincides with similar moves by alliance partners BJP and JDU, who have also removed rebel leaders to maintain party discipline and present a united front ahead of the crucial assembly elections. The expulsions affect sitting MLAs, former legislators, and key party functionaries across the state.
Tragic Drowning of Four Children in Ganges River During Chhath Puja Preparations in Bihar
Oct 27, 2025 10:53 pm CST
Four children aged 10-15 years drowned in the Ganges river while bathing for Chhath Puja celebrations in Bihar's Bhagalpur district. The incident occurred at Navtoliya in the Ismailpur police station area, with rescue efforts by divers proving unsuccessful. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Joins Chirag Paswan for Traditional Chhath Puja Kharna Prasad Ceremony
Oct 26, 2025 11:17 pm CST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited Union Minister Chirag Paswan's residence in Patna to participate in the traditional 'kharna prasad' ritual of Chhath Puja. This significant cultural exchange between the JD(U) leader and the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief highlights the importance of religious traditions in Bihar's political landscape as devotees prepare for the challenging 36-hour fast that follows.
Tejashwi Yadav Vows to Discard Waqf Amendment Act if INDIA Bloc Wins Bihar Elections
Oct 26, 2025 10:45 pm CST
INDIA bloc's Chief Minister candidate Tejashwi Yadav promises to "throw the Waqf Amendment Act into the dustbin" if elected in Bihar, while criticizing Nitish Kumar's 20-year rule and pledging development for the Seemanchal region, including plans for a world-class university and increased old-age pensions.