Politics

Patna: Senior RJD leader Shivanand Tiwari has publicly criticized Tejashwi Yadav for his political inactivity, while lauding Tej Pratap Yadav for his proactive role during the Makar Sankranti “dahi-chura” gathering. The annual event, long considered a political ritual in Bihar, brought together party leaders and workers, but Tiwari’s social media post has stirred a fresh political debate. Tej Pratap Shines, Tejashwi Missing in ActionIn a post on social media, Tiwari wrote, “The Makar Sankranti dahi-chura feast is usually a celebration where one leader stands out. This time, that leader is Tej Pratap. Tejashwi, however, has been completely absent since November 10. Party workers, exhausted after election losses, needed encouragement and reassurance about the future, but when the leader h...

Patna, Bihar:In January 2009, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar embarked on a historic development journey from Bagaha in West Champaran, the same village where Mahatma Gandhi had launched the first Satyagraha in 1917. Despite bitter cold, the CM camped in open fields, personally experiencing the realities of rural life and monitoring the ground-level implementation of development schemes. Simplicity at the Forefront Nitish Kumar’s yatra was marked by uncompromising simplicity. His tent was modestly equipped with a cot, a mattress, two chairs, two small tables, and a wardrobe. He carried his own torch, radio, and wristwatch. The CM’s meals were plain vegetarian fare—rice, dal, roti, and green vegetables—prepared by a single cook. The aim was to remain connected to the villagers, whil...

Patna, Bihar:Former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav, known for his unconventional political style and headline-grabbing remarks, has once again stirred the state’s political circles. On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, what was meant to be a traditional dahi-chura feast turned into a political experiment, as Tej Pratap floated an idea that many observers are calling politically unrealistic and symbolically provocative. Politics Turned into a ‘Laboratory’ Drawing an unusual analogy from chemistry, Tej Pratap appeared to reinterpret the concept of osmosis—but in reverse. Instead of a smaller entity merging into a larger political force, he publicly suggested that the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) should merge into his outfit, the Jan Shakti Janata Dal (JJD)—a proposal that left political ...

Patna, January 14, 2026: Bihar Minister Dilip Jaiswal has stirred political debate with his sharp remarks against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, claiming that it takes Gandhi a decade to comprehend even basic issues. Speaking on a range of topics including Bihar’s industrial development, small and textile industries, national security, and current political developments, Jaiswal highlighted the challenges facing local entrepreneurs. He noted that about 58 small units in the Chanpatia region are struggling with financial and marketing difficulties. The minister emphasized that the government is taking steps to support these units, aiming to strengthen local artisans and businesses. Commenting on national security, Jaiswal criticized Pakistan for continuing anti-India activities and sai...