Patna, April 20 (IANS) Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Spokesperson Shakti Singh Yadav launched a sharp attack on the BJP and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) over their “Akrosh March” on Monday. While addressing a press conference along with MLC Urmila Thakur and other leaders, Yadav termed the protest a headline management stunt, alleging that it exposed both the BJP’s true intent and internal lack of coordination within the NDA.He further claimed that Jeevika Didis were misled…
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Patna, April 20 (IANS) After the Women’s Reservation Amendment Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha a few days ago with the Opposition raising objections to it being linked to delimitation, hundreds of women workers associated with the NDA staged a large protest march at Gandhi Maidan under the banner of the Mahila Morcha on Monday.Women from across Bihar participated in what was termed a ‘March of Outrage’, raising slogans and holding placards demanding women’s rights and representation.The…
Patna, April 10 (IANS) Amid strong indications that Nitish Kumar is set to transition to national politics by taking oath as a Rajya Sabha member, supporters of the Janata Dal (United) (JD-U) have launched an emotional appeal urging him not to leave Bihar. A poster campaign led by JD(U) worker Krishna Patel has surfaced across party offices and various locations in Patna.The poster features images of Nitish Kumar, his son Nishant Kumar, and JD(U) state President Umesh Kushwaha.The message on the…
Patna, March 26 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar continued his ‘Samriddhi Yatra’ on Thursday with visits to Nalanda and Patna, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for a large number of development projects.During his visit to Nalanda, the Chief Minister highlighted the district’s progress under his leadership and unveiled a series of new initiatives.He inaugurated 110 projects worth Rs 316 crore and laid the foundation stones for 106 projects valued at Rs 494 crore, mar…
Patna, March 21 (IANS) The festival of Eid al-Fitr was celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country, including Bihar, with large congregations gathering for prayers despite light rainfall in several areas. In the state capital Patna, the main Eid prayer was offered at Gandhi Maidan, where an estimated 20,000 people, including children and the elderly, participated in the congregational namaz. In a surprise move, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s son Nishant Kumar arrived at the venue to wish …
Patna, March 18 (IANS) A protest organised by students in Patna turned violent on Wednesday, leading to clashes with police and disruption in key parts of the city. A large number of students had gathered near Gate No. 10 of Gandhi Maidan before marching towards the Lok Bhavan (Governor’s House).The protesters were demanding the implementation of University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations and a 65 per cent reservation quota.Initially, the demonstration remained peaceful, but tensions escalat…
Patna, Jan 26 (IANS) As the entire country is celebrating the 77th Republic Day with great enthusiasm and pride, in Bihar, the state-level event was held with grandeur at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, where Governor Arif Mohammad Khan hoisted the national flag.Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, along with several Cabinet ministers, senior administrative and police officials, were present on the dais during the ceremony.Before hoisting the Tricol…
Patna, Jan 26 (IANS) Bihar, along with the rest of the country, celebrated the 77th Republic Day on Monday with patriotic fervour and elaborate ceremonies across the state.A grand Republic Day event was organised at Gandhi Maidan in Patna, where thousands gathered to witness the celebrations.Before heading to Gandhi Maidan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar hoisted the national flag at his official residence. He saluted the tricolour and extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Bihar on this …
Patna, Jan 18 (IANS) On January 16, Acharya Prashant’s first Patna dialogue at the historic Bapu Auditorium near Gandhi Maidan proved unforgettable. The programme ran far beyond its scheduled time and concluded nearly four hours later. Despite the biting cold, close to five thousand listeners remained seated until late at night. After the session, a kilometre-long queue formed for book signings and continued past midnight. Thousands of attendees received signed copies of Truth Without Apology …
Patna, Jan 17 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, on Day 2 of the Samridhi Yatra, reached Motihari in East Champaran district on Saturday, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several major development projects.The Chief Minister said the Samridhi Yatra (Prosperity Journey) has been launched to review the progress of development works and public welfare schemes across the state.“As part of the Samridhi Yatra, I visited East Champaran district today and inspected various…