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Politics

‘Paths Open Themselves for Us’: Tejashwi Yadav’s Meeting with Lalu Sparks Political Buzz
Bihar, Politics, State

‘Paths Open Themselves for Us’: Tejashwi Yadav’s Meeting with Lalu Sparks Political Buzz

Patna: Senior RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav returned to India after an almost month-long overseas trip and met with party supremo and father, Lalu Prasad Yadav, at his official residence in Pandara Park, Delhi, late Monday night. While the meeting was primarily familial, it has sparked fresh discussions in political circles following a viral social media post. Parody Account Tweet Adds Fuel to SpeculationDuring the meeting, a parody account impersonating Tejashwi Yadav posted a tweet that quickly went viral. The post read: “Paths open themselves for us because beneath our steps is not the ground, but the sky. The breaths of a wounded lion are even more dangerous than its roar.” The tweet has ignited discussions among party supporters and political analysts alike, with many reading deeper...
Rajsamand: MLA Confronted by Angry Crowd Over Missing Youth, Police Given 24-Hour Ultimatum
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Rajsamand: MLA Confronted by Angry Crowd Over Missing Youth, Police Given 24-Hour Ultimatum

Rajsamand, Rajasthan: Tensions escalated in Rajsamand as locals and family members expressed outrage over the disappearance of Harish Joshi, who has been missing for seven days. The situation reached a boiling point when BJP MLA Deepti Kiran Maheshwari visited the protest site, only to be surrounded by an angry crowd demanding answers. Protesters Voice Frustration Harish Joshi, a resident of Dhoinda village, vanished from his home a week ago, with police so far unable to locate any trace of him. Relatives and local residents have been staging continuous sit-ins and demonstrations, demanding urgent action. When MLA Maheshwari arrived at the protest site, the crowd confronted her, voicing their dissatisfaction with the administration and elected representatives. One protester remark...
Rajasthan MLA Fund Commission Case: Three MLAs to Appear Before Ethics Committee Again Today
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan MLA Fund Commission Case: Three MLAs to Appear Before Ethics Committee Again Today

Three Rajasthan MLAs are set to appear before the Ethics Committee for the second time today in the MLA Fund Commission bribery case. The case, involving allegations of accepting commissions for recommending development works from the MLA fund, has captured widespread attention across the state and the country. The Accused MLAs The MLAs involved are: Revanthram Danga – BJP Anita Jatav – Congress Ritu Banawat – Independent A sting operation conducted by a media group last month showed the three MLAs allegedly agreeing to take commissions for recommending development works from their constituency funds. The videos were made public on 14 December 2025, thrusting the MLAs into serious controversy. Membership Under Threat Following the allegations, the issue has raised...
MP CM Mohan Yadav Clarifies: “Rajasthan is Not Pakistan” Amid Water Dispute Discussions
Politics, Rajasthan, State

MP CM Mohan Yadav Clarifies: “Rajasthan is Not Pakistan” Amid Water Dispute Discussions

In a candid statement at the DigiFest TIE Global Summit, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav emphasized that there is no hostility with Rajasthan, describing the neighbouring state as a “brotherly” partner. Addressing long-standing water-sharing issues, CM Yadav remarked, “Rajasthan is not Pakistan that we should harbor enmity. Our relationship is based on cooperation and mutual benefit.” During his one-day visit to Jaipur, CM Yadav highlighted the ongoing water dispute over sharing 5 percent of river water between the states, noting that Madhya Pradesh is willing to increase the share to 7 percent to support Rajasthan’s industrial and agricultural needs. He stressed that flowing water cannot be stopped and that rivers and natural resources are a shared gift from God, meant to ben...
BMC Election 2026 LIVE: Thackeray Brothers to Hold First Joint Rally; BJP, Ajit Pawar Ramp Up Campaigns
Maharashtra, Politics, State

BMC Election 2026 LIVE: Thackeray Brothers to Hold First Joint Rally; BJP, Ajit Pawar Ramp Up Campaigns

With the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections 2026 around the corner, political activity in Mumbai has intensified. Voting for 29 municipal bodies in Maharashtra is scheduled for January 15, with results to be announced on January 16. Major parties, including Shiv Sena (UBT), MNS, BJP, Congress, and Ajit Pawar’s faction, are leaving no stone unturned to secure victory. Key Highlights Thackeray Brothers’ First Joint RallyFor the first time, Uddhav Thackeray of Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray, founder of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), will hold a joint rally in Vikhroli today. This move signals a significant shift in Mumbai’s political landscape ahead of the BMC elections. The rally is the first of seven to eight joint rallies planned across the state to boost party ...
Tejashwi Yadav’s “Operation Clean” and the 2026 Panchayat Elections: A Blueprint for the Next Five Years
Bihar, Politics, State

Tejashwi Yadav’s “Operation Clean” and the 2026 Panchayat Elections: A Blueprint for the Next Five Years

After returning from his Europe tour, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav is set to launch what insiders are calling “Operation Clean”, a comprehensive organizational overhaul aimed at strengthening the party and preparing for Bihar’s upcoming elections. Political observers say this initiative could define the RJD’s strategy for the next five years. Sending a Message of Family Unity A primary focus for Tejashwi will be projecting family unity. Analysts believe the disunity within the RJD during the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections was a key reason behind the party’s defeat. During the campaign, the NDA repeatedly highlighted the internal discord, asking voters whether a party that cannot manage its own household could be trusted with the state. ...
Jharkhand SIR Preparations Complete; Draft Voter List for UP to Be Released Tomorrow
Jharkhand, Politics, State

Jharkhand SIR Preparations Complete; Draft Voter List for UP to Be Released Tomorrow

Deoghar, January 5, 2026: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar concluded his two-day visit to Jharkhand with a strong emphasis on clean, error-free voter lists and transparent democratic processes. During his review, he praised both district officials and booth-level officers (BLOs) for their diligent work in preparing the state for elections. Special Intensive Revision (SIR) on Track in JharkhandKumar expressed satisfaction with the preparations for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Jharkhand, noting that officials, including Chief Electoral Officer K. Ravi Kumar and all district collectors, have left no stone unturned to ensure accuracy in the voter list. He assured that the final voter list, when published, would be fully transparent. Removing Irregularities a Constitutiona...
Fear of West Bengal Election Loss Turns Mamata Banerjee Against Bihar; A Look at Her Past Attacks
Bihar, Politics, State

Fear of West Bengal Election Loss Turns Mamata Banerjee Against Bihar; A Look at Her Past Attacks

Patna, January 5, 2026: As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gains ground in West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has increasingly turned her political fire towards Bihar and prominent BJP leaders. The latest sparks flew after her nephew Abhishek Banerjee referred to the BJP as a “snake,” prompting Bihar MP and Union Minister Giriraj Singh to retort sharply. However, this is not the first time Mamata or her Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders have targeted Bihar. Threats Against Amit ShahRecently, Mamata Banerjee indirectly targeted Union Home Minister Amit Shah after he criticized the TMC government in Kolkata over illegal immigration during a press conference. In a public speech, Mamata warned Shah, saying, “You are lucky we let you leave the hotel; otherwise, you wouldn’t have bee...
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Predicts Big BJP-NDA Win Ahead of Priyanka Gandhi’s Entry
Assam, Politics, State

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Predicts Big BJP-NDA Win Ahead of Priyanka Gandhi’s Entry

Guwahati: As the Assam Assembly elections 2026 approach, Congress has roped in Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as the Chairperson of its screening committee, signaling a high-profile campaign to challenge the BJP. Ahead of her formal entry, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confidently projected a decisive victory for the BJP and its allies. Addressing a public event in Dimoria, Kamrup Metropolitan district, Sarma claimed that the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) could secure 103 out of 126 assembly seats in the upcoming elections, slated for March-April 2026. He noted that earlier projections had indicated around 90 seats, but following constituency delimitation, the number has increased by 13–15 seats. Currently, the BJP in Assam is in alliance with three regional parties—th...
Vijay Kumar Chaudhary: JD(U)’s Number Two Leader in Bihar Cabinet After Nitish Kumar
Bihar, Politics, State

Vijay Kumar Chaudhary: JD(U)’s Number Two Leader in Bihar Cabinet After Nitish Kumar

Patna: In Bihar’s political landscape, the NDA government under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has three prominent faces – Nitish Kumar himself, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha. But who holds the position of JD(U)’s second-in-command in the cabinet after Nitish Kumar? The answer is Vijay Kumar Chaudhary. When Nitish Kumar took oath as Chief Minister for the tenth time in November 2025, Vijay Kumar Chaudhary was sworn in as a minister, ranking immediately after the chief minister in JD(U)’s hierarchy. He is considered one of Nitish Kumar’s closest allies and is often seen accompanying him during inspections and official programs. Known as a key strategist and part of JD(U)’s “think tank,” Chaudhary plays a crucial role in shaping governmen...