Politics

Patna:Speculation is rife in Bihar’s political corridors over the possible return of former Union Minister RCP Singh (Ram Chandra Prasad Singh) to the Janata Dal (United). His recent public appearance alongside Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, coupled with his unusually conciliatory remarks, has reignited debate about whether a political reunion is imminent. Once regarded as Nitish Kumar’s most trusted lieutenant and the undisputed “number two” in the JD(U), RCP Singh recently described the Chief Minister as his “guardian”. The remark has been widely interpreted as a signal of reconciliation, prompting a key question: Is RCP Singh’s return a political necessity for Nitish Kumar, or a compulsion for the Kurmi leader struggling to regain relevance? The ‘Dahi-Chura’ Event That Sparked Buzz ...

Popular Bhojpuri singer and actor Ritesh Pandey has resigned from the Jan Suraj Party, led by political strategist Prashant Kishor, following a heavy defeat in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections from the Karghar constituency. Reasons for Resignation Ritesh Pandey cited the difficulty of balancing his artistic career and active political engagement as the primary reason for his decision. Sharing the news on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), he said: “As a responsible Indian, I joined the Jan Suraj Party to participate in the democratic process. Although the results were not favorable, I have no regrets, as I have done my work sincerely. However, it is very difficult to serve the public effectively as an active member of a political party. Therefore, I am resigning from th...

A Delhi court has formally framed charges against 51 individuals, including former Bihar Chief Minister and ex-Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, in the high-profile “Land-for-Job” scam, while 52 others have been acquitted due to insufficient evidence. Allegations and Court Observations The case pertains to alleged corruption during Lalu Prasad Yadav’s tenure as Railway Minister under the UPA government. The prosecution claims that in exchange for jobs in Group-D posts across various railway zones, land was illegally transferred in the names of Lalu’s family members at nominal rates. The court noted that prima facie, the accused operated like a “criminal syndicate”, systematically misusing their political and administrative influence. Key Accused The 51 individuals facing c...

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Member of Parliament from Jehanabad, Surendra Yadav, is once again in the spotlight for controversial remarks and alleged abusive behavior. Known for his fiery temperament, Yadav has a long history of political controversies, ranging from publicly abusing citizens at local events to dramatic incidents in Parliament. Latest Controversy in Jehanabad The latest episode occurred in the Atari constituency of Gaya district, where Surendra Yadav attended a cricket tournament in Khijarsarai block’s Saraiya area as the chief guest. While leaving the venue, he reportedly lost his temper when locals questioned him about basic amenities and development work. A video recording of the event shows Yadav verbally abusing residents, sparking outrage among the local populati...