Politics

“NDA to form govt with two-thirds majority”: Rajnath Singh

Speaking to reporters in Patna, Rajnath Singh said, "It's clear that the NDA is going to form the government here with a two-thirds majority. The people of Bihar have made up their minds, and they have made up their minds because of the way Nitish Kumar has accelerated development here over the last twenty years. If anyone can enhance Bihar's reputation not only across India but also internationally, it's the NDA government."

2025-11-05T05:22:35.477237+00:00 IST

Bihar CM pays tribute to Sharda Sinha on her death anniversary

Sharda Sinha, known for her melodious voice and timeless Chhath songs, was a household name in Bihar and across India. Her music, rooted in the folk traditions of the state, played a major role in popularising Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Magahi songs across generations.

2025-11-05T05:21:36.139593+00:00 IST

Kartik Purnima: Massive traffic snarl at Digha AIIMS Road in Patn

A significant number of devotees thronged the riverfront to take a holy dip, marking the sacred day with prayers and rituals. The sacred occasion witnessed a large turnout of devotees offering prayers and floating miniature boats as part of the centuries-old ritual symbolising the country's maritime legacy.

2025-11-05T04:52:47.455118+00:00 IST

4,000 houses will be given to poor in Jubilee Hills: CM Reddy

The Chief Minister claimed the People's government extended welfare scheme benefits, including 14,197 ration cards, 200 units of free electricity to 25,925 families and 23,311 quintals of fine rice to the poor every month in the constituency.

2025-11-05T04:27:59.124219+00:00 IST

Nityanand Rai slams Tejashwi Yadav ahead of Bihar polls

"People do not want jungle raj. They (Mahagathbandhan) will be wiped out in the elections. Tejashwi had seen similar dreams in 2020, it was between November 7 -10 in 2020, but it wasn't completed... Tejashwi Yadav is losing from the Raghopur seat, so the question of him becoming the CM does not arise. 'Tejashwi Bihar ka Nayak nahi Khalnayak hain', because of scams, corruption, fear mongering, massacre, sheltering rapists, etc," Rai told ANI.

2025-11-05T04:07:35.776956+00:00 IST

Congress betrayed women, farmers, every section of society: KTR

KTR said that the Revanth Reddy government, rather than releasing the pending Fee Reimbursement dues, has been intimidating private colleges and educational institutions that are struggling to survive.

2025-11-05T03:46:09.586162+00:00 IST

Bihar polls: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta holds roadshow in Siwan

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta held a roadshow in Siwan ahead of polling for the Bihar Assembly elections and campaigned for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Indradev Singh on Tuesday.

2025-11-04T18:21:49.444272+00:00 IST

NDA will win over 160 seats in Bihar: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asserted that the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) coalition in Bihar will win more than 160 seats in the assembly elections and said people are backing the ruling coalition for its governance and development work

2025-11-04T18:13:47.444030+00:00 IST

Jitan Ram Manjhi slams Tejashwi over poll promises

Union Minister and HAM(S) chief Jitan Ram Manjhi on Tuesday slammed RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav over his poll promises, questioning his claims of providing jobs and building roads during his 17-month stint as Deputy CM.

2025-11-04T18:03:10.469525+00:00 IST

Congress alleges "negligence" in Bilaspur train accident

However, Congress leader TS Singh Deo has alleged "extreme negligence" and demanded that Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw resign on moral grounds. He said that such accidents keep happening in different parts of the country, leading to the deaths of people.

2025-11-04T18:02:14.312233+00:00 IST

Nitish Kumar is mask of NDA government in Bihar: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday attacked the ruling NDA in poll-bound Bihar, stating that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was just the mask of the government while the actual control was with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.

2025-11-04T17:56:37.184636+00:00 IST

Renu Devi hits back at Kharge over PM Modi-Nitish ties

BJP candidate from Bettiah Assembly Constituency and Deputy Chief Minister Renu Devi on Tuesday hit back at Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge over his remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bihar, questioning the Congress leader's understanding of the NDA's dynamics.

2025-11-04T17:39:52.435262+00:00 IST

Karnataka ministers unresponsive to farmers' distress: BJP

Farmers trapped in distress due to severe rains are demanding compensation from the state government. However, Vijayendra alleged that the district-in-charge minister, along with departmental officials, has shown no concern.

2025-11-04T17:28:25.685051+00:00 IST

Women SHG members can travel up to...: Udhayanidhi Stalin

"Vellore is a district of great historical and cultural importance. The Vellore Fort, which houses the Jalakandeswarar Temple, a church, and a mosque, stands as a symbol of communal harmony worldwide. The people of Vellore are known for their secular outlook, a spirit that must prevail across India," Udhayanidhi Stalin said.

2025-11-04T17:08:41.546611+00:00 IST

JD(U)'s Bijendra Yadav looks to retain his stronghold of Supaul; Congress, Jan Suraaj hope to break

Supaul constituency is set to have a high-stakes battle with the Janata Dal (United) looking to maintain its over two-decade-long winning streak here, while the Congress and Jan Suraaj Party are making efforts to unseat the incumbent.

2025-11-04T16:27:12.234549+00:00 IST

NDA promises are roadmap for Bihar’s progress: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said that the promises made in the NDA's "sankalp patra" are not just words on paper but a roadmap for Bihar's progress and a blueprint for the state's bright future.

2025-11-04T15:35:17.550269+00:00 IST

"Your government is a lie": Mamata Banerjee trains gun on BJP

"You won for the last 24 years with which voter list? BJP government, if this list is false, then your government is also a lie, your position is also a lie. Karte loot, bolte jhooth. Every year they have to do something or the other. Once he came and did demonetisation. I was the first one to oppose this. Tell us today, did black money come back?" Mamata Banerjee said while addressing a protest rally in Kolkata.

2025-11-04T15:15:45.731968+00:00 IST

TMC trying to malign SIR process: Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Leader of Opposition and BJP MLA Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday alleged that the Trinamool Congress was trying to malign the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process of the electoral rolls in the state.

2025-11-04T14:38:00.287180+00:00 IST

RJD stands for extortion, jungle raj & bullying: JP Nadda

BJP National President JP Nadda arrived on Tuesday to address a massive public meeting at the sports ground in Daulatpur, Koilwar block, in support of NDA-backed BJP candidate Raghavendra Pratap Singh.

2025-11-04T14:12:44.000969+00:00 IST

Mamata Banerjee leads TMC's mega rally against SIR

Thousands of TMC supporters participated in the massive rally as a protest against the commencement of the SIR exercise in West Bengal. They were seen raising slogans, waving TMC flags and supporting Mamata Banerjee as she led the march, holding a copy of the Indian Constitution.

2025-11-04T13:30:57.476044+00:00 IST

PM Modi implemented jungle raj by engaging in vote theft: Rahul

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that he implemented 'jungle raj' by engaging in 'vote theft'.

2025-11-04T12:42:59.101240+00:00 IST