MODI IN BIHAR 2025
Rahul Gandhi thanks INDIA bloc for protest, says Opposition will not back down; files plea against CEC
Rahul Gandhi led the Opposition in a March for Democracy to protest alleged electoral irregularities and intimidatory police actions. The leaders expressed their determination to defend democracy and the Constitution amidst government pressure. They filed a petition in the Supreme Court regarding voter deletions and urged for an independent audit of the electoral process. Several prominent political figures joined the demonstration to show their unity against government actions.
‘Who modified Form 6?’ Opposition sharpens attack after SC query
Opposition parties have expressed significant concern regarding changes to voter registration forms by the Election Commission of India. Congress leader Pawan Khera emphasized that public outrage over these issues is palpable across the country. Clyde Crasto also raised questions about the legitimacy of changes made to Form 6, criticizing the Election Commission for misleading the public.
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.
Congress protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar spread across states, IYC marches to Jantar Mantar
Congress workers staged protests across India against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for his handling of electoral roll revisions. The protests took place in multiple states, including Delhi, Telangana, and West Bengal. Demonstrators called for greater accountability and transparency in the electoral process during these protests. Police intervened by detaining several protesters and using water cannons in some locations.
Bihar meets Bombay: Tej Pratap and Shehzad Poonawalla's unexpected reality TV alliance
Tej Pratap Yadav and Shehzad Poonawalla are contestants on the new season of Rise & Fall. The show is hosted by former cricketer Virender Sehwag and features a Rulers-versus-Workers format. Both participants have expressed their intentions for entertainment and friendly competition. Tej Pratap previously faced controversies leading to his six-year expulsion from RJD, while Poonawalla resigned from BJP citing personal issues.
'Method Of Disenfranchising Indians': Congress slams SIR
The Congress party has criticized the Election Commission's voter list revision exercise. They allege this process is a method of disenfranchising Indian citizens. Large numbers of notices have been issued for discrepancies in voter details. The opposition claims this disproportionately affects disadvantaged sections of society. The Election Commission states the revision will cleanse the voter list of ineligible entries.
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JD(U) won't oppose UCC if provisions are okay: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary stated the JD(U) will study the Uniform Civil Code Bill. The party will not oppose the legislation without valid reasons for objection. Senior JD(U) leader Shyam Rajak had previously voiced strong opposition to the Uniform Civil Code. Chaudhary clarified that the party will consult coalition partners before making a final decision. The Union Agriculture Minister will visit flood-hit areas for damage assessment.
3 years on, INDIA allies navigate differences without coordination panel
The INDIA bloc's coordination committee has vanished, impacting its electoral strategy. Recent efforts to revive national-level meetings have faced delays and cancellations. Party relationships have fractured, creating difficulties for upcoming state elections. While some state alliances succeeded, others have shown significant strains and breakdowns.
Should I become a cockroach? says Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya
Vijay Mallya, declared a fugitive economic offender, has questioned the legal action against him over dues linked to Kingfisher Airlines. In posts on X, the businessman alleged that an Enforcement Directorate affidavit showed Rs 14,131.60 crore had been recovered and handed over to banks in 2021. He also questioned why he continues to be described as a fraudster.
India's new supply-chain wonder is set to shift the gears of growth
The operationalization of India’s freight corridors marks a transformative step for the nation’s logistics landscape, strategically positioned along major economic routes. These advanced routes not only expedite transport times but also elevate reliability for businesses, fostering better supply chain management with reduced costs. As a result, manufacturing exports are set to rise, and raw materials can be moved more affordably, further shooting India's economic efficiency to new heights.
School assembly news headlines for September 3: Top India, world, sports and business updates
School assembly news headlines for September 3: ISRO is set to launch a satellite, while Bihar issues a warning regarding fish safety due to Nepal floods. Meanwhile, Jaishankar visits Ukraine and Poland amid escalating US strikes on Iran. Notably, India's imports of Russian crude oil saw a decrease in August. Additionally, Adani Ports has reached a remarkable cargo milestone, and L&T Finance is planning to expand its branches.
Scrap Census format, include detailed list of castes: Congress
Opposition leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to withdraw the current census questionnaire. They contend the open-ended caste question will yield inaccurate data, especially for OBCs. The leaders proposed a new questionnaire with a drop-down list of castes based on government lists. They also suggested considering questionnaires from Bihar and Telangana caste surveys. Accurate data is essential for effective social justice policies in India.
Chhattisgarh steps up geospatial, logistics planning with two PM GatiShakti pacts
Chhattisgarh signed pacts with BISAG-N and NLDSL to enhance geospatial technology use. These agreements aim to foster sustainable economic growth and attract new investments. The state has onboarded over 35 departments onto the PM GatiShakti platform. GIS-based identification of road black spots improves road safety interventions. Chhattisgarh is recognized as a high performer in operationalizing PM GatiShakti.
PM Modi a 'U-turn ustad', wants to sabotage caste census: Congress
Congress accused the Modi government of sabotaging the caste census. The party questioned the absence of a caste drop-down menu in the 2027 census. This menu was recommended by the government in a 2021 Supreme Court affidavit. The Prime Minister had previously announced a caste census, which is now being questioned. Congress claims this indicates a reversal of the government's earlier stance.
Bihar Election Result: 'Jungle Raj, Katta Sarkar will never return to Bihar,' reiterates PM Modi on NDA's victory in state polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that the 'Katta Sarkar' will not return to Bihar, emphasizing the people's vote for 'Viksit Bihar' following the NDA's sweeping victory. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed gratitude for the massive majority, attributing it to the NDA's unity and vowing further progress for the state.
NDA celebrates, Mahagathbandhan sulks as Bihar poll results roll in: Who said what
Trends from the Bihar Assembly elections show the National Democratic Alliance surpassing 200 seats. BJP and JD(U) leaders credit Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar for the victory. Early indications from ECI confirm the NDA has crossed the majority mark. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia stated the people of Bihar have given their mandate to the NDA.
Nitish Kumar thanks voters for NDA’s sweeping Bihar win, says mandate will push state towards higher growth
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar attributed the NDA's massive victory in the 2025 Assembly elections to the people's trust in the alliance's leadership and its work. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Kumar and NDA allies, stating the mandate reflected strong support for the alliance's development record and vision for Bihar's progress.
Bihar Election 2025: Modi’s Arrah speech roars with 1-crore jobs push, industrial boom plan, and a vow to bury ‘jungle raj’ once and for all
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a massive rally in Arrah, Bihar, where he outlined his vision for a ‘Viksit Bihar’, a developed Bihar that he said would be the cornerstone of a ‘Viksit Bharat’. Taking aim at the opposition’s ‘Jungle Raj’ legacy, Modi promised 1 crore jobs for Bihar’s youth and highlighted plans to boost industrial growth and create opportunities within the state.
"INDIA bloc insults Biharis," PM Modi targets RJD, Congress at Chhapra rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly criticized the Congress party. He highlighted past incidents where Congress leaders allegedly insulted people from Bihar. Modi pointed out that despite these insults, Congress leaders are now campaigning in Bihar. He suggested this is a calculated move by Congress to harm the RJD.
PM Modi to visit poll-bound Bihar on October 30
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bihar on October 30 to attend programs in Muzaffarpur and Chhapra, BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal said. Modi has already addressed rallies in Samastipur and Begusarai, launching the NDA’s campaign for the November 6 and 11 Assembly elections.
Bihar Dy CMs hail India's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 victory, calls it a proud moment for state
India won the Hockey Asia Cup Rajgir Bihar 2025 final. They defeated defending champions Korea 4-1. The victory sparked celebrations in Bihar. Deputy Chief Ministers lauded the team. India qualified for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. Hockey India announced cash rewards for players and support staff. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian men's hockey team on their victory.
PM Modi hails Indian men's hockey team's Asia Cup triumph
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Indian men's hockey team for their Asia Cup 2025 victory in Rajgir, Bihar, highlighting it as a moment of pride for Indian hockey and sports.
PM Modi to inaugurate Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Patna: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Patna on May 4. The event, spanning five districts until May 15, will host 8,500 athletes and 1,500 technical staff from across India.
Union Budget: Will Modi govt have something special for Nitish Kumar’s Bihar?
Budget 2025: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar aligns firmly with PM Modi, anticipating significant Union Budget allocations for state development. Key demands include high dams, flood management, infrastructure advancements, solar parks, nuclear energy projects, high-speed corridors, and airport upgrades. Last year’s budget secured major projects and substantial funds for Bihar’s progress.
NDA to contest 2025 Bihar assembly polls under CM Nitish, PM Modi: Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary confirmed that the NDA will contest the upcoming 2025 assembly polls under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This announcement dispels speculation arising from Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent ambiguous remarks about the NDA's leadership choice for the Bihar elections.
Preparations for assembly polls will begin under leadership of Nitish Kumar, PM Modi: Bihar BJP chief Dilip Jaiswal
Newly-appointed Bihar BJP chief Dilip Jaiswal said that the party's plans to strategize for the upcoming state Assembly elections in 2025 have begun. Jaiswal said that JD(U) and BJP are gearing up for the polls, under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing confidence in the ruling NDA alliance's ability to secure victory.
"Whatever is God's wish, will happen...": Union Minister Ashwini Choubey on Nitish Kumar switchover claims
Amid a political crisis in Bihar, BJP leader Ashwini Kumar Choubey participated in a foundation laying ceremony with CM Nitish Kumar, stating that whatever happens will be according to "God's wish." Nitish Kumar and Choubey laid the foundation for the second phase of development works in Buxar's Brahmpur. Speculations of an alliance breakdown between JD(U) and RJD have surfaced.
BJP to contest 2024 elections under PM Modi’s leadership, Amit Shah says
Shah stated that the work done by the Modi government in the past years will turn out to be one of the key factors for their win in the upcoming 2024 elections. He claimed the BJP will win Lok Sabha elections with more seats than what it had won in the 2014 and 2019 elections, TOI reported.
BJP feels vindicated by Patna HC verdict on 'Badh Chala Bihar' campaign: Sushil Modi
Sushil Modi further claimed that the state government was using big amount of public money on setting up a "war room" at the Chief Minister's residence.
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