Patna, April 14 (IANS) Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday dissolved his Cabinet, marking the end of an era in Bihar.After nearly two decades at the helm — during which he played a pivotal role in shaping the state’s development trajectory — Nitish Kumar is now set to step away from state politics and shift his focus toward national responsibilities.Earlier in the day, Nitish Kumar chaired his final cabinet meeting at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. The meeting was attended by Deputy …
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Patna, April 14 (IANS) The final meeting of the Bihar Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, concluded on Tuesday at the CM’s Secretariat, marking a historic moment in the state’s evolving political landscape.The meeting is being regarded as the last cabinet session of the current government.Attended by both Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha and ministers from all departments, the meeting lasted approximately 20 minutes.During the session, Nitish Kumar f…
New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) The political landscape in New Delhi and Bihar witnessed a significant churn on Friday as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar took oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha, triggering a wave of reactions from leaders across the political spectrum, ranging from praise by NDA allies to sharp criticism by opposition parties.Welcoming Nitish Kumar’s Rajya Sabha membership, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha lauded the Chief Minister’s leadership, saying that Bihar had witnes…
Patna, April 9 (IANS) In a major political development, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha on Friday, signalling an imminent leadership transition in the state. Nitish Kumar arrived in New Delhi on Thursday afternoon and later confirmed that he would soon resign as Chief Minister.Speaking to reporters, he explained the reasoning behind his move, “I have accomplished a lot of work in Bihar. Now I felt that I should remain here, and that is…
Patna, April 6 (IANS) Political turbulence continues to intensify in Bihar amid growing speculation over a possible leadership change. While discussions persist about Chief Minister Nitish Kumar moving to the Rajya Sabha, potentially paving the way for a BJP-led chief minister in the state, workers of the Janata Dal (United) (JDU) are projecting a different demand altogether.A section of JD(U) cadres has been openly advocating that Nitish Kumar hand over the Chief Minister’s post to his …
Patna, April 6 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrated its 47th foundation day with enthusiasm across the country on Monday, with a key event held at the party’s state headquarters in Patna.At the BJP state headquarters in Patna, leaders and party workers commemorated the day by cutting a special cake made of laddoos, symbolising the festive spirit of the occasion.The event witnessed the participation of a large number of party workers, creating an atmosphere of enthusiasm and unity…
Patna, April 1 (IANS) The Bihar Department of Mines and Geology has recorded total revenue of Rs 3,592.60 crore in the financial year 2025-26, marking an increase of Rs 56.39 crore compared to the previous fiscal.Addressing a press conference in Patna on Wednesday, Deputy Chief Minister and Mines and Geology Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha said the department remains on track to achieve its revenue target of Rs 3,850 crore.He noted that revenue stood at Rs 3,536.21 crore in 2024-25 and rose to Rs 3,5…
New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the stampede deaths at a temple in Nalanda, Bihar, and conveyed her condolences to the families of the eight victims. Vice President of India, C.P. Radhakrishnan, also expressed grief over the incident. President Murmu took to social media ‘X’ and said, “The news of the death of many devotees in a stampede at a temple in Nalanda, Bihar, is deeply saddening. I express my deepest condolences to a…
Patna, March 31 (IANS) After a deadly stampede in Bihar’s Nalanda district claimed eight lives and injured several others, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed deep grief and announced compensation for the victims.The state government will provide Rs 6 lakh each to the families of the deceased — Rs 4 lakh from the Disaster Relief Fund and Rs 2 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund.Bihar Water Resource Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary said the government has taken the matter seriou…
Patna, March 30 (IANS) A major protest erupted during an official event at Patna University on Monday, where Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary were present to inaugurate a newly constructed academic building. As the leaders arrived at the venue, a group of students began raising loud slogans against the Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha and Education Minister Sunil Kumar.Protesters waved black fla…