Patna, April 13 (IANS) Amid the ongoing political turmoil over the formation of a new government in Bihar, Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav launched a sharp attack on the ruling NDA, questioning both the process and legitimacy of the next Chief Minister. Addressing a press conference at the Karpoori Auditorium in Patna, Tejashwi Yadav remarked that the decision regarding Bihar’s next Chief Minister would be taken by just two individuals, rather than reflecting the will of the people.He …
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New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday appointed Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan as the central observer for the election of the Bihar Legislative Party leader, a key step towards government formation in the state.The decision was taken by the party’s parliamentary board, according to an official press release issued by BJP National General Secretary Arun Singh. Chouhan, who currently serves as Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Developme…
Patna, April 11 (IANS) Amid ongoing political discussions over the government formation in Bihar, Rajya Sabha member and Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) Chief Upendra Kushwaha, on Saturday, made a significant statement regarding the future of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Speaking at the birth anniversary celebrations of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, Kushwaha, who leads the RLM, said that Nitish Kumar has already secured a seat in the Rajya Sabha and is unlikely to continue as the Bihar Chief Minister.Howeve…
New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) A fresh political controversy has erupted in Bihar after Neeraj Kumar, Spokesperson of the Janata Dal (United) (JDU), launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav after his remarks on Nitish Kumar’s entry in the Rajya Sabha. His remarks come in response to Tejashwi’s recent criticism of Nitish Kumar’s entry in Rajya Sabha, further escalating tensions between the ruling alliance and the Opposition.In a strongly worded statement, Neeraj Kumar said, …
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Bihar Chief Minister and JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar after he took oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha.In a post on X, PM Modi said, “His commitment to good governance has been appreciated everywhere. He has made an indelible contribution to the development of Bihar.”He further praised Nitish Kumar for being “one of the most experienced leaders in the country”.The Prime Minister expressed happiness at Kumar’s return t…
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) Senior leaders of the Janata Dal (United) on Friday strongly backed Nitish Kumar, asserting that his governance model will continue to guide the state even as he embarks on a new parliamentary role as a Rajya Sabha member.Speaking on the development, JD(U) Bihar State President Umesh Singh Kushwaha said, “In Bihar, our leader has drawn a long line of development, and under his leadership, the government is functioning effectively. The ‘Nitish model’ will continue…
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Friday nominated senior Janata Dal (United) leader Harivansh to the Rajya Sabha for a third consecutive term of six years, extending his tenure in the Rajya Sabha until 2032. The decision puts an end to speculation regarding Harivansh’s continuation in Parliament, especially after reports that he might vacate his seat to accommodate JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar on one of the party’s allotted seats. Kumar is expected to take the oath as a Mem…
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…
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) Janata Dal (United) National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad on Friday said voter participation in the April 9 Assembly elections has reached record levels, asserting that early trends indicate a strong position for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in key states.Speaking to IANS, Prasad said, “Voters have participated in record numbers. In Assam and Puducherry, the NDA appears to be heading towards forming the government with a large margin, based on current …
Patna, April 10 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) Chief Nitish Kumar will take oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha on Friday. Both Bihar Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Kumar Sinha and Samrat Choudhary arrived in the national capital on Thursday and are likely to attend the oath-taking event.Following his election to the Rajya Sabha, Kumar resigned from the Bihar Legislative Council (MLC) on March 30.On Thursday, Nitish Kumar arrived in New Delhi and later confirmed that he would …