Politics

Patna: The relationship between Uttar Pradesh and Bihar politics has always been deeply intertwined, with major decisions in one state often influencing the political dynamics of the other. Recently, the BJP’s central leadership made a significant move in Uttar Pradesh that is expected to yield strategic advantages in Bihar as well. Targeting Two Goals with One MoveThe BJP appointed veteran leader Pankaj Chaudhary as the state president of Uttar Pradesh, a decision seen as hitting “two targets with one arrow.” Domestically, it strengthens the party’s position among the Kurmi community in Uttar Pradesh. At the same time, it is a calculated effort to appeal to the Kurmi voter base in Bihar, where the party seeks to consolidate support amid a shifting political landscape. With Akhilesh ...

Patna: Following the appointment of senior BJP leader and five-time MLA Nitin Nabin as the party’s National Executive President, political discussions have intensified in Bihar over who will replace him in the Nitish Kumar-led state cabinet. Nitin Nabin, currently the MLA from Bankipur Assembly constituency in Patna district, holds the Road Construction Department portfolio in the Bihar government. However, with the BJP strictly enforcing its long-standing “One Person, One Post” principle, Nabin is expected to relinquish his ministerial position to focus on his national organisational role. BJP’s ‘One Person, One Post’ Rule Comes Into Effect The Bharatiya Janata Party follows a clear organisational policy that does not allow any leader to hold both a government position and a majo...

Nalanda, Bihar: A memorable moment unfolded at the Bihar Police Academy in Rajgir, where 1,218 trainee sub-inspectors were officially commissioned in a grand passing-out parade. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the chief guest, inspected the parade in an open jeep and, in a spontaneous gesture, invited three ministers to join him for the salute. Traditionally, the Chief Minister rides in the open jeep with only the Director General of Police (DGP) during such parades. However, as CM Nitish Kumar approached the jeep, his eyes fell on three ministers standing on the stage. With a warm gesture, he called out to Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, saying, “Hey, you come too, brother!” Immediately, Chaudhary climbed into the jeep. The CM then extended the invitation to Parliamentary Affai...