Bihar

Patna, Bihar: Nitish Kumar is set to become Bihar’s Chief Minister for the tenth time, marking an extraordinary political achievement. The NDA’s decisive victory in the state elections is a testament to his leadership and the public’s trust. However, the new tenure presents formidable challenges that will test the government’s ability to deliver on promises. Jobs for Migrants: The Immediate Challenge A key election promise was to generate one crore jobs over the next five years. Migration due to lack of employment has been a long-standing issue in Bihar. Young voters now expect tangible results, and the government must ensure employment opportunities within the state to prevent further exodus. Industrial growth has historically lagged in Bihar, and attracting large-scale investments ...

Patna, Bihar: Before the Bihar assembly elections, slogans of Nitish Kumar’s return echoed across 25–30 constituencies. Now, after the resounding NDA victory, a subtle but significant power struggle has emerged within the alliance. Observers say both JDU and BJP are seeking guarantees and leverage beyond mere trust. Post-Election Tug of War The 2025 Bihar Assembly elections delivered a bumper win for NDA, but the victory is accompanied by an internal tussle. The current debate is not about seniority but equality in authority—specifically, who will hold the Deputy Chief Minister posts and which party will control the Speaker’s chair. Analysts note that whether this demand is solely from JDU or includes Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s insistence remains unclear. Resolving this requires a...

Patna, Bihar: Less than 24 hours remain before the new Bihar cabinet is officially sworn in. Tomorrow at around 11:20 AM, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, along with other NDA ministers, will take oath at Gandhi Maidan, Patna. Here’s a look at the likely lineup and key developments. Nitish Retains CM Post, BJP Leaders Keep Deputy CM Positions In a recent JD(U)-BJP legislative meeting, it was confirmed that Nitish Kumar will continue as Bihar’s Chief Minister. The BJP has decided to retain Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha in the deputy chief minister posts without any changes. Nitish was elected JD(U) legislative party leader, while BJP’s Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha have been named legislative party leader and deputy leader, respectively. Cabinet Composition: JD(U), BJ...

Patna: Ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, the NDA’s two key constituent parties have finalized their legislative leadership, signaling a clear political roadmap for the state. In a unanimous decision during the JDU legislative party meeting, Nitish Kumar was re-elected as the leader of the Janata Dal (United) legislators, paving the way for him to continue as Bihar’s Chief Minister. JDU Confirms Nitish Kumar as Legislative Party Leader The meeting of JDU legislators took place at the Chief Minister’s residence, where all 85 party MLAs were present. Within an hour, Nitish Kumar was unanimously chosen as the leader of the JDU legislative party. Party insiders had indicated beforehand that Nitish Kumar was the only name proposed for the position, reflecting the party’s cons...

In a sharp political offensive, senior JD(U) leader KC Tyagi has accused the Congress party—and particularly Rahul Gandhi—of attempting to “usurp” the revered title of Jan Nayak, historically associated with socialist icon and former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur. Tyagi said the people of Bihar have categorically rejected this attempt and have “shown the mirror” to Rahul Gandhi. Tyagi: Rahul Gandhi Tried to Appropriate Karpoori Thakur’s Legacy Speaking to The Economic Times, Tyagi said the defeat of the opposition alliance in Bihar was not only a strong endorsement of the Nitish Kumar government’s policies but also a “public outburst of anger” against Congress’s alleged attempt to hijack Karpoori Thakur’s legacy. “Instead of crying foul about vote theft, the Congress leader...

** Patna, 18 November 2025: The NDA’s legislative party meeting is underway in Patna today, where all coalition MLAs are expected to formally elect their leader. Sources indicate that Nitish Kumar will be declared the leader of the NDA legislative party unopposed, paving the way for him to take oath as Bihar’s Chief Minister for a record 10th term on 20 November. The current assembly will be dissolved on 19 November, creating a smooth administrative transition for the new government. Cabinet Formation DiscussionsCentral Home Minister Amit Shah hosted a three-hour strategy session to finalize the new cabinet lineup. Key participants included Lalan Singh and Sanjay Jha, discussing which ministers are likely to be retained and which new faces may join the council. Sources suggest that b...

Patna: A police team in Bihar’s capital Patna came under attack while attempting to apprehend liquor smugglers, resulting in one officer being injured and a police jeep badly damaged. The incident took place in the Yarpur slum area under the Gardanibagh police station jurisdiction. According to local reports, the police team had received information about illegal liquor trading late at night. When they reached the site around 10 PM, they found two men, including Prabhat Manjhi, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, and immediately took them into custody. Mob Attacks Police During ArrestAs the police were transporting the arrested individuals, locals joined forces with the accused, attacking the officers with bricks and stones. During the stone-pelting, one policeman sustained in...