Nitish Kumar
Two RJD MLAs Resign Before Bihar Elections: Potential Move to Nitish Kumar's JD(U)
Oct 13, 2025 03:03 am CST
Vibha Devi and Prakash Veer, two RJD legislators, have resigned from the Bihar assembly amid strong indications they may join Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) ahead of upcoming elections. Their resignation follows their appearance at PM Modi's rally, signaling possible alignment with the NDA coalition as political realignments continue in Bihar.
NDA Resolves Bihar Seat-Sharing: BJP and JD(U) to Contest 101 Seats Each Following Amit Shah's Intervention
Oct 13, 2025 12:48 am CST
The National Democratic Alliance has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections after crucial negotiations led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, with Chirag Paswan's LJP(R) receiving 29 seats and smaller allies HAM and RLM allocated six seats each. The alliance emphasized unity and balanced representation across all coalition partners while maintaining Nitish Kumar's central role in their electoral strategy.
Six Major Challenges Threatening Tejashwi Yadav's Political Ambitions in Bihar's 2025 Election
Oct 13, 2025 12:20 am CST
Tejashwi Yadav faces six critical obstacles on his path to victory in Bihar's 2025 assembly election, including Prashant Kishor's strategic challenge, AIMIM's threat to the Muslim-Yadav coalition, family rivalries, Congress's hesitation, alliance complications, and the limitations of his political legacy. Having narrowly lost in 2020 by just 0.03% of votes, Tejashwi's ability to navigate these roadblocks will determine whether he can transform his political fortunes in Bihar's complex political landscape.
NDA Finalizes Bihar Seat-Sharing Deal: BJP and JDU to Contest 101 Seats Each, LJP Gets 29
Oct 12, 2025 09:48 pm CST
After weeks of negotiations, the NDA has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the Bihar assembly elections. The BJP and JDU will each contest 101 seats, while Chirag Paswan's LJP has been allocated 29 seats after intense negotiations. Smaller allies Rashtriya Lok Morcha and HAM will get six seats each in the 243-member assembly.
Tejashwi Yadav Promises Immediate Teachers' Recruitment Process If Mahagathbandhan Wins Bihar Elections
Oct 12, 2025 02:02 am CST
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has pledged to immediately initiate the teachers' recruitment examination (TRE-4) if the Mahagathbandhan alliance wins power in Bihar. He criticized the current government for reducing promised teacher vacancies from 1.27 lakh to just 27,000, while highlighting his previous administration's successful recruitment of over 2 lakh teachers without paper leaks. Yadav also promised government jobs for one person from each jobless household in Bihar.
Former JD(U) Critic Arun Kumar Returns to Party After Threatening to 'Break Nitish Kumar's Ribs'
Oct 12, 2025 01:43 am CST
Former Jehanabad MP Arun Kumar, once a fierce critic of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has officially rejoined JD(U) in a strategic political move. The 66-year-old leader, who previously threatened to "break Nitish Kumar's ribs" after leaving the party, was welcomed back alongside several supporters. His return appears timed to counterbalance another Bhumihar leader's defection to RJD, potentially reshaping political dynamics in Bihar's Magadh region.
Patna Metro Stations Defaced with Gutka Stains Days After Inauguration: A Growing Concern for Civic Responsibility
Oct 10, 2025 05:58 pm CST
Just days after Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated Patna's new metro line, video footage has emerged showing stations already defaced by red gutka stains. The incident has sparked widespread outrage online, with citizens calling for strict penalties against those responsible for vandalizing the newly established public infrastructure. This situation highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining cleanliness in public spaces and raises questions about civic responsibility as Bihar develops its urban transportation network.
Tejashwi Yadav's Bold One Job Per Family Promise: Transforming Bihar's Employment Landscape
Oct 10, 2025 12:44 am CST
Tejashwi Yadav, Bihar's Opposition Leader, has pledged to provide one government job per family, addressing the state's 3.9% unemployment rate. As November elections approach, this promise resonates in a region devastated by economic uncertainty and pandemic effects. Having claimed creation of 500,000 jobs during his previous 17-month tenure as Deputy Chief Minister, Yadav faces the monumental challenge of implementing this vision across Bihar's 13.43 crore population, potentially reshaping the state's socioeconomic future.
BJP to Announce Bihar Election Candidates as Nitish Kumar Delegates Negotiation Leadership
Oct 09, 2025 10:12 pm CST
BJP's central election committee will meet on Sunday to finalize candidates for the upcoming Bihar elections, with the first NDA candidate list expected on Monday. Nitish Kumar has authorized BJP to lead alliance negotiations amid a challenging electoral landscape featuring opposition from Congress-RJD alliance and Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj movement.
Nitish Kumar: Bihar's Enduring X-Factor in the 2024 Elections
Oct 09, 2025 04:44 pm CST
This analysis examines Nitish Kumar's continued significance in Bihar's political landscape despite his declining approval ratings. As elections approach, Kumar's unique coalition of EBCs, Kurmi-Koeris, and women voters remains crucial for the NDA alliance. While facing challenges from younger leaders and voter fatigue after nearly two decades in power, his welfare programs and political maneuvering still make him an indispensable factor that could determine Bihar's electoral outcome.