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Bihar polls: JD(U)'s Shyam Rajak returns to Phulwari looking to wrest back
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
While CPI(ML) is banking of sitting MLA Gopal Ravidas, JD(U) has brought back Shyam Rajak to wrest back control of the constituency and contest the elections in the first phase of the polls happening on November 6. Notably, Jan Suraaj Party offers a fresh face to the people in the constit
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Bihar polls: NDA promises committee for assessing social, economic conditi
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Under the chairmanship of a retired Supreme Court judge, we will form a high-level committee which will assess the social and financial conditions of different communities under Extremely Backward Classes and make suggestions to the government for the upliftment of these communities," De
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Bihar polls: Munger constituency to witness four-way electoral battle as B
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Munger constituency is known for its unpredictability, with no single party having dominated the seat in the past. The election outcome will depend on various factors, including caste dynamics, local issues, and the candidates' ability to connect with voters.
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"Muslims don't vote for BJP, still get benefit from welfare schemes": Babu
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Marandi, former Jharkhand Chief Minister and BJP leader, stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ensured that the benefits of welfare schemes reach everyone, without discrimination on the basis of caste or religion.
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"Nitish ji is just a face; remote control in BJP's hands": Rahul Gandhi at
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday claimed that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is just a face in the NDA government in the State, but the "remote control" is in the hands of the BJP, which, he said, has nothing to do with social justice.
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Unpredictable contest in Chapra assembly seat: RJD bats for Khesari Lal Ya
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The area's demographics are crucial to understanding the factors that will influence election results, including caste. It must be noted that the contest in Chapra since 1967 has been between various political parties, but mainly between Rajputs and Yadavs.
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BJP government prioritising tribal welfare: Tripura CM Saha
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Dr. Saha said that everyone must be careful of those who promote the politics of division between castes and tribes, and must work together to strengthen the message of building "Ek Tripura, Srestha Tripura".
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Government working with sensitivity for welfare of Scheduled Castes: Himac
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
CM Sukhu said that Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, struggled throughout his life to establish equality and harmony in society. "Inspired by his efforts, the state government was working with sensitivity and commitment for the welfare of the Scheduled Castes," he said, as per the
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Opposition will be vigilant in protecting voting rights of marginalised:
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Monday said the Opposition would be vigilant in protecting the voting rights of marginalised communities as the Election Commission is set to conduct a nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists.
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Voters are moving beyond fear-driven choices between Nitish Kumar-BJP and
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking to reporters at an election rally in Madhubani, the Jan Suraaj founder claimed that the voters are moving beyond fear-driven choices between Nitish Kumar-BJP and Lalu Yadav-RJD, offering a leaderless, caste-neutral alternative focused on Bihar's youth.
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Leaders attend 'bhog' for late IPS Y Puran Kumar in Panchkula; calls for j
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Punjab Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and Congress leader Udit Raj demanded justice for Y Puran Kumar, who allegedly died by suicide. They alleged caste-based violence and criticised the Haryana government for a lack of progress in the investigation.
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"Bihar being taken for a ride": Tejashwi Yadav says people "impatient" for
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
"The campaign has begun, and Bihar is impatient for change. Wherever we are going, people in large numbers from all castes and religions are coming to support us. People are fed up with the current government and want to change the Bihar government," said Yadav, who has been named as the
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