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Patna, Oct 19: Chinks in the INDIA bloc's armour became all too obvious on Sunday in poll-bound Bihar, where disgruntled aspirants in the RJD and the Congress, the two largest constituents, had a field day charging the leadership with having put tickets up for sale. With less than 24 hours left for the filing of nomination papers for the second and final phase to be over, the multi-party coalition was still unable to declare things like a chief ministerial candidate and the formula of seat-shar ...Read More >
Patna, Oct 19: Union minister Giriraj Singh has once again courted controversy by making a scathing remark against a minority community, saying that he doesn't need the votes of namak haraams (betrayers). He made the remark while addressing a public rally in Bihar's Arwal district on Saturday. The BJP MP from Begusarai said, "Once I asked a maulvi (cleric) whether he had Ayushman Bharat health card and he replied in the affirmative. I asked whether such cards were distributed on the basis of H ...Read More >
PATNA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will kickstart his campaign for the Bihar assembly election on October 24 with a visit to Karpoori Gram, the birthplace of former chief minister Jannayak (people's hero) Karpoori Thakur, who was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in January 2024, said state BJP president Dilip Jaiswal on Sunday. Modi will make six visits to the poll-bound state between October 24 and November 7 for campaigning. The two-phase polls are scheduled to be held on November 6 an ...Read More >
Patna: Union minister Giriraj Singh has once again courted controversy by making a scathing remark against a minority community, saying that he doesn't need the votes of 'namak haraams' (betrayers). He made the remark while addressing a public rally in Bihar's Arwal district on Saturday. The BJP MP from Begusarai said, "Once I asked a 'maulvi' (cleric) whether he had Ayushman Bharat health card and he replied in the affirmative. I asked whether such cards were distributed on the basis of Hindu- ...Read More >
Union Minister Giriraj Singh has taken a jab at political strategist Prashant Kishor for opting out of the Bihar assembly elections. He accused Kishor of being acutely aware of his slim chances of success, branding Kishor's party as merely a 'vote splitter' and a mere accessory to the RJD. Patna, Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday criticised Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor for his decision not to contest the Bihar assembly polls, claiming that the poll strategist-turned-politici ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India], October 18 (ANI): The contest for the Bihar Assembly elections is intensifying daily as the Congress party releases its second list amid the ongoing Mahagathbandhan seat-sharing crisis. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to kickstart his election campaign from October 24. In the latest list, the Congress party has fielded Shaswat Kedar Pandey from Narkatiaganj, whereas it has announced Qamrul Hoda as the candidate from Kishanganj. Irfan Alam, Jitender Yadav an ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: For nearly three decades, Bihar has been dominated by socialist forces, with Lalu Prasad's RJD and Nitish Kumar's JD(U) shaping the state's political landscape. Since 1990, these two stalwarts of the JP movement have kept national parties on the sidelines. Ahead of the 2025 elections, however, a new narrative is emerging. Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj is attempting, perhaps for the first time, to challenge the decades-old socialist discourse and offer an alternative vision for Bihar.Ki ...Read More >
The BJP's Central Election Committee met to finalize tickets for its first list of candidates, agreeing to contest 101 out of 243 seats in Bihar. The party plans to retain most sitting MLAs, citing a lack of anti-incumbency, and will prioritize winnability with a focus on caste and social equations, potentially including more women candidates. New Delhi: The Central Election Committee of the BJP met in Delhi on Sunday evening to finalise the tickets for the first list of party candidates. As pe ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday released a list of 40 star campaigners for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, featuring prominent leaders such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP National President JP Nadda. It also features Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari and Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and Textile Minister ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday released a list of 40 star campaigners for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, featuring prominent leaders such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP National President JP Nadda. It also features Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari and Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and Textile Minister ...Read More >
Chandigarh (Haryana) [India], October 16 (ANI): In a heartfelt tribute, both daughters of Haryana-cadre IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar performed the 'mukhagni' to his mortal remains during his last rites at the Sector 25 crematorium. The solemn ceremony was attended by Haryana DGP OP Singh, along with other dignitaries, honouring the legacy of the esteemed officer. Puran Kumar allegedly shot himself at his residence in Chandigarh on October 7. In the 'final note' he left behind, he accused eight ...Read More >
Patna: Ever since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) announced its seat-sharing formula for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, all eyes have been on Union Minister Chirag Paswan's much-hyped "strike rate". His party, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) or LJP (R), walked away with 29 assembly seats this time. Many believe his track record in the previous elections convinced the BJP to reward him so generously. But the real story behind Chirag's strike rat ...Read More >
Patna: While remembering his father Ram Vilas Paswan on his death anniversary, LJP(RV) chief Chirag Paswan on Wednesday made some remarks that could raise concerns for the BJP and JD(U). But in the evening, he said talks were on the right track.Though his statements were interpreted as pressure tactics for "quality seats" he wanted from the BJP for his party, his posturing and demand of at least 15 seats by his fellow dalit leader and cabinet colleague Jitan Ram Manjhi delayed the NDA seat-shari ...Read More >
Patna: BJP's firebrand leader and Union minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday said, "Nitish Kumar is NDA's CM face" for the Bihar assembly elections.The union minister dismissed any disagreement among NDA partners regarding seat-sharing arrangements for the upcoming state assembly polls, mentioning that discussions are going on and the final formula would be determined soon."Nitish Kumar is NDA's face for the chief ministerial post in the coming assembly polls. Everything is fine within the NDA... ...Read More >
Patna, Oct 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) In the wake of the announcement of the Bihar polls schedule, there has been a tussle within the Mahagathbandhan over the Chief Ministerial face and seat-sharing arrangements, but the ruling BJP and JD-U on Wednesday dismissed the matter, asking what do they have to do with the opposition alliance. Speaking to IANS, Union Minister Giriraj Singh said: "It has been announced that (Chief Minister) Nitish Kumar is the face of the NDA, and everything is in order. The sea ...Read More >
The Election Commission of India is set to announce Bihar election dates, anticipating a fierce three-way contest amidst Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's shifting alliances. Key issues like youth unemployment, development, and rural concerns dominate the political landscape. A controversial voter roll revision by the ECI, challenged by the opposition, further fuels pre-election drama. The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to announce the dates for the high-stakes Bihar assembly election to ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], October 2 (ANI): On the occasion of Vijayadashami on Thursday, the Gandhinagar metro rail trial run successfully commenced, running from Sachivalaya to the route's final station, Mahatma Mandir, according to a press release by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO). Under the continuous guidance of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, metro rail work has gained momentum. The trial run, previously limited to Sachivalaya, has now been extended to five additional stations: Aks ...Read More >
Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], October 2 (ANI): Multiple social activists, and environmentalists on Thursday organised a sit in outside the Jodhpur collectorate office, demanding the release of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is detained under the National Security Act (NSA) and currently lodged in Jodhpur central jail in connection with the violence which broke out in Leh. Calling Wangchuk an "inventor, and a social activist", RK Meghwal criticised the Leh administration for the violence, c ...Read More >
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], October 2 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday inaugurated Wildlife Week at the Chief Minister's Camp Office in Dehradun. On this occasion, he flagged off a bike rally organised by the Forest Department. The rally carried the message of wildlife conservation and passed through prominent locations, including Ghantaghar, Parade Ground, and Survey Chowk, before culminating at Malsi Zoo. Also Read | Giriraj Singh Targets RJD Chief Lalu P ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Consumer confidence among both urban and rural households showed a slight improvement in September 2025, according to the Reserve Bank of India's latest report. The findings are based on two separate surveys: one covering 19 major cities and another covering rural and semi-urban areas nationwide. The Urban Consumer Confidence Survey (UCCS), conducted from August 28 to September 6, 2025, included 6,068 respondents. The survey found that people in cities are fe ...Read More >
Begusarai (Bihar) [India], October 2 (ANI): Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Thursday praised the role of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. On the occasion, Singh extended his greetings to the nation on the completion of 100 years of the RSS, appreciating the organisation selfless service and commitment to India growth. He highlighted the RSS role in various national crises, including the 1971 India-Pakistan war, floods, droughts, and other calamitie ...Read More >
Bihar Election 2025 Update: The Bihar Assembly elections are set to be crucial, with all political parties working tirelessly day and night. This election will teach many lessons. The main contest is likely to be between the NDA and the Grand Alliance. However, this time, the Jan Suraj Party led by Prashant Kishore is also emerging as a third option. PM Modi and Nitish Kumar have taken on the responsibility of strengthening the NDA in Bihar, while Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav are also making ...Read More >
Bangalore Gold Rate Today: Shattering all hopes of retail jewellery buyers of some relief amid the ongoing Navratri festival, gold rates in Bangalore, and other Indian cities broke another record on Monday, September 29. The price of gold in Bangalore, aka Bengaluru, witnessed a sharp surge bringing 24 karat gold Rs 16,000 above the historic Rs 1 lakh mark. The gold price rally in Karnataka capital mirrored the surge in gold rate in India and across the world. The sharp rally in precious metal ...Read More >
Mumbai: Less than two months after being acquitted in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case, Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Purohit has been promoted to the rank of Colonel by the Indian Army. Purohit was one of the seven accused in the case, alongside former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pragya Singh Thakur, who were acquitted by a special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court. Special Judge A.K. Lahoti, while acquitting the accused, observed that though there was "grave suspicion" against them, ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India], September 16 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav on Tuesday launched the 'Adhikar Yatra' against youth unemployment, and called for ensuring rights of women, respect to teachers and bettering the health and education system in Bihar. According to RJD MP Sanjay Yadav, the rally is being carried out in the districts which were not covered in the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' organised by Congress' Rahul Gandhi in which the RJD had also participated in. Also Read | De ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India], September 16 (ANI): Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav on Tuesday launched the 'Adhikar Yatra' against youth unemployment, and called for ensuring rights of women, respect to teachers and bettering the health and education system in Bihar. According to RJD MP Sanjay Yadav, the rally is being carried out in the districts which were not covered in the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' organised by Congress' Rahul Gandhi in which the RJD had also participated in. "After the 'Vo ...Read More >
Patna, Sep 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) As RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav prepares to embark on his 'Bihar Adhikar Yatra' from Jehanabad on Tuesday, Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has asserted that the Mahagathbandhan has effectively collapsed, pointing to the absence of Congress leaders, including Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, from the march. Speaking to IANS, Singh said, "Tejashwi Yadav should hide in a corner and cry. Tejashwi declared himself a Chief Ministerial candidate while Rahu ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development works worth around Rs 40,000 crore in Purnea, Bihar, on Sunday. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister extended his respectful greetings to all. He remarked that Purnea is the land of Maa Puran Devi, Bhakt Prahlad, and Maharshi Mehi Baba. PM Modi highlighted that this soil has given birth to literary giants like Phanishwarnath Renu and Satinath Bhaduri. He further note ...Read More >
As political battles heat up ahead of Bihar's Assembly polls later this year, the BJP launched a fierce attack on the Congress after its Bihar unit shared an AI-generated video depicting PM Modi and his late mother, Heeraben. Several saffron party leaders accused the opposition of lowering political discourse and resorting to "cheap tactics" after failing to connect with the public. The now-viral video, posted on the official handle of Bihar Congress, shows a caricatured version of the Prime M ...Read More >
Patna: BJP national president J P Nadda told NDA leaders during a meeting in Patna on Saturday to take the recently launched welfare schemes and their benefits to every household in a more coordinated way. The discussion was part of preparations for the Bihar assembly polls scheduled for Oct-Nov.The meeting with the BJP's state core committee members was seen as crucial ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit on Sept 15 to inaugurate Purnia airport and launch projects and schemes worth Rs ...Read More >
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