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Keralam Lok Bhavan recommends removal of KPSC chairman Baiju to President Murmu over irregularities in recruitment
Former Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar recommended the removal of KPSC Chairman M R Baiju due to irregularities. This decision follows a Crime Branch investigation into alleged irregularities in PSC examinations. Complaints were lodged by Yuva Morcha and ABVP during Arlekar's term as governor. Various political leaders are expressing differing opinions regarding the recommendation and the functioning of the PSC.
"JD(U) won't get even 10 seats": Mokama MLA Anant Singh plans own party after expulsion
Mokama MLA Anant Singh has been expelled from the Janata Dal (United) for anti-party activities. He criticized the party's leadership and stated it will not win more than ten seats. Singh announced his intention to establish his own political party after his removal. He maintains his cordial relationship with Nitish Kumar, despite his criticisms of the party. Additionally, his wife, Neelam Devi, was also expelled for similar reasons.
JD(U) expels Anant Singh, wife from party for 6 years
Janata Dal (United) has terminated Anant Singh's primary membership for six years due to his actions. Anant Singh campaigned for Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Singh against the party’s nominee Neeraj Kumar, exacerbating conflicts. Union Minister Lalan Singh attempted to mediate between Singh and Kumar, as tensions have increased over the years. The party acted after repeated violations of directives and derogatory remarks against leadership.
Brisk polling in eight Bihar MLC seats; 150 candidates in fray
Polling for eight Bihar Legislative Council seats witnessed a significant turnout during the initial hours. Saran Teachers' constituency recorded the highest turnout, while several constituencies faced intense competition. Voting began at 8 am and will conclude at 4 pm today. The event includes a combined electorate of over five lakh voters across numerous polling stations. Counting of votes is scheduled to take place on October 27.
Anant Kumar Singh won't support Neeraj Kumar, but won't speak against him either: Rajiv Ranjan Singh
Union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh has mediated a dispute between JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh and MLC Neeraj Kumar. Singh has agreed not to publicly criticise Kumar, despite his grievances regarding past party actions. Lalan noted that Singh remains unwilling to support Kumar in the upcoming election. Neeraj Kumar filed his nomination for re-election amid ongoing tensions in the party.
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MLC polls: JD(U)'s Anant Singh raises eyebrows by accompanying Jan Suraaj candidate for nomination
JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh revolted against his own party while accompanying Jan Suraaj Party candidate Anuj Singh during the filing of nomination papers for the Bihar legislative council elections. He made his intent to ensure the defeat of JD(U) MLC Neeraj Kumar, who is seeking re-election from the Patna Graduates constituency, supported the JSP nominee. The JDU national secretary said that the party president has been informed of the development and that appropriate measures will be taken.
Chirag Paswan's LJP(R) eyes UP, Punjab polls, hopes for NDA seat-sharing deal
Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is looking to contest the Uttar Pradesh and Punjab Assembly elections as part of the NDA alliance. The party hopes to secure seats by tapping into support among young voters and Dalit communities. Paswan is also set to launch his 'Youth Bole To' dialogue programme from Patna on September 24.
Tamil Nadu bypolls: Madurantakam, Dharapuram to to test Vijay govt as TVK faces AIADMK, allies
The Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly bypolls will be the first test for the Vijay-led TVK government after 100 days in power. The contests will also be a prestige battle for AIADMK, whose former MLAs joined TVK. Both parties face challenges from alliance partners, with CPI and CPI(M) fielding candidates and PMK staying neutral.
Bihar JD(U) feud ahead of MLC polls: Anant Singh vows to defeat Neeraj Kumar
A war of words has erupted between JD(U) leaders Anant Singh and Neeraj Kumar ahead of the Bihar MLC elections to eight seats. Singh has vowed to defeat Kumar, accused him of framing him in a 2019 arms case and backed independent candidate Anuj Singh. Kumar has challenged Singh to provide evidence.
JD(U) MLA Anant Kumar Singh gets bail in Dularchand Yadav murder case
Patna High Court granted bail to Janata Dal (United) MLA Anant Singh. He was arrested in connection with the murder of Jan Suraaj supporter Dularchand Yadav. Singh had won the Mokama assembly seat while in custody. The court's decision comes after the Bihar Assembly election last year. Dularchand Yadav was killed during a violent clash in Mokama.
Anant Singh Mokama Election 2025 Results: Jailed JD(U) leader wins Mokama by 28,206 votes
Anant Kumar Singh has secured a decisive victory in Mokama, winning by over 28,000 votes despite being incarcerated. His win adds a dramatic chapter to the constituency's history of 'bahubali' politics. Meanwhile, the NDA has crossed the halfway mark in Bihar's elections.
Bihar Elections 2025: FIR filed against JD(U)'s Lalan for making controversial statement against Oppn leaders
An FIR has been filed against Union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Lalan Singh. This follows a controversial video surfacing during campaigning in Mokama, Bihar. The video shows Lalan Singh allegedly asking NDA supporters to intimidate opposition voters on polling day. The Patna district administration examined the footage and registered the FIR.
'Intimidate some Oppn leaders on polling day in Mokama': Lalan Singh's remark stokes fresh row
Union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh Lalan is facing backlash following a controversial video that appears to show him advising NDA supporters on how to hinder opponents from casting their votes. This incident comes on the heels of his controversial defense of Anant Singh, who is implicated in a murder case.
Bihar polls: ‘Chhote Sarkar’ vs ‘Bhumihar Don’, after 20 years of peace, Dularchand Yadav’s killing drags Mokama back into Baahubali politics
The brutal killing of Dularchand Yadav, a local strongman, has shattered a two-decade peace in Mokama, Bihar, reigniting old caste and political rivalries. Yadav's death during a campaign event has intensified the ongoing electoral battle, with accusations flying between prominent political figures and their families.
JDU faces dissent over possible return of Anant Singh
Ahead of Bihar elections, JD(U)'s potential induction of Anant Singh, a controversial figure from Mokama, faces internal resistance. While Singh's recent activities suggest an impending alliance, senior leader Neeraj Kumar openly opposes his entry, citing Singh's criminal history and past accusations against Nitish Kumar, raising concerns about the party's image.
Lok Sabha elections: 'Saheb, biwi aur gangster returns' in Siwan, Munger
Hina Shahab challenges JD(U) and RJD in Siwan; Munger's Anita Devi contests against Lalan Singh. The gangster's wives enter the Lok Sabha race, adding twists to the elections in Bihar.
Fierce battle on the cards for first by-polls after change of govt in Bihar
The by-polls to the two seats will be the first election after the formation of the 'Mahagthabandhan' government around three months back. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, the de-facto leader of the JD(U), dumped the BJP and formed a new coalition government with the RJD, Congress and Left parties in early August.
RJD MLA Anant Singh gets 10 years in jail in AK-47 recovery case
The case pertains to the recovery of an AK-47, two hand grenades, 26 rounds of bullets, and a magazine by the police from the MLA's house at his native village under Barh police station during a search operation that lasted for about 11 hours on August 16, 2019. After the recovery of the arms and ammunition, Singh was on the run.
Opposition banks on don-turned-politician's influence to take fight to NDA in Bihar's Munger
Political watchers said Lalan Singh, a confidant of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, should have been a clear favourite but the influence of Anant Singh in a section of Bhumihars.
Bihar elections: Sushil Modi trashes Nitish Kumar's claim on JD(U) MLA Anant Singh
He accused both Prasad and Kumar of adopting the policy of 'use and throw' for the 'muscleman' MLA.
Pappu urges Governor to order CBI probe into Anant Singh's misdeeds
Pappu Yadav today met Bihar Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi and demanded a CBI probe into the 'misdeeds' of arrested JD(U) MLA Anant Singh.
Bihar elections: RLSP accuses Nitish Kumar of playing 'caste card'
Arun Kumar said that members of a particular caste (Bhumiyar) are being targeted in Barh and Mokama areas in the wake of arrest of Anant Singh.
'Rule of law' will prevail till I am at helm, says Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar
With his party's MLA Anant Singh locked in jail in a kidnapping case, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today said law was equal for everybody.
JD(U) MLA sent to jail for a kidnapping case
A local court has remanded influential JD(U) MLA Anant Singh to 14 days' judicial custody in connection with a kidnapping case at Bihta.
Lalu Prasad pitches for JD-U MLA Anant Singh's arrest in murder case
The veteran leader, a former Bihar chief minister, sent an RJD probe team to the Barh sub-division of the district where the incident had happened.
Bihar: BJP ally RLSP urges Guv for secret voting during trust vote
Kumar, who circulated a copy of the letter to mediapersons at a press conference, said he has submitted a video cassette of a private TV channel on which Anant Singh threatened to kill Manjhi.
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