MOKAMA MLA
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.
Janata Dal (United) expels Anant Kumar Singh and Neelam Devi for anti-party activities
Janata Dal (United) has expelled leader Anant Kumar Singh for allegedly campaigning against the party candidate. Singh, an MLA from Mokama, was found to have conducted anti-party activities during recent elections. The party also expelled former MLA Neelam Devi on similar grounds for anti-party actions. The decision was made by JD(U) Provincial President Umesh Singh Khushwaha following these incidents.
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.
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.
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 Police arrests controversial ex-MLA Anant Singh over Dular Chand Yadav death case
Former Bihar MLA Anant Singh has been arrested in connection with the death of Dular Chand Yadav, a Jan Suraaj supporter. Yadav died while campaigning in the Mokama area. Singh, who is contesting the Mokama seat on a JD(U) ticket, was named in an FIR. He had admitted to a clash with the deceased.
RJD nominee Veena Devi vows to transform Mokama, just as she 'reformed' her husband Surajbhan Singh
RJD candidate Veena Devi, wife of disqualified 'Bahubali' Surajbhan Singh, contends her husband is a changed man and claims she can reform Mokama. She criticizes Bihar's development as superficial, focusing on highways, while common people suffer. Veena Devi highlights local issues like poor education and healthcare, asserting her ability to bring change.
Bihar Elections: 'Chhote Sarkar' Bahubali Anant Singh owns assets worth Rs 37 cr, faces 28 criminal cases
Don-turned-politician Anant Kumar Singh, 'Chhote Sarkar', filed nomination for Mokama seat with assets worth Rs 37.88 crore. His wife, Neelam Devi, who previously won the seat, owns assets valued at Rs 62.72 crore. Singh, a five-time MLA, faces 28 criminal cases but was recently acquitted by the Patna High Court.
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.
Bihar Assembly bypoll results: RJD retains Mokama, BJP wins Gopalganj seat
This is the first electoral face-off between the ruling Grand Alliance (GA) and the opposition BJP in Bihar after the change of government in August this year, when Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's party JD-U snapped ties with the saffron party and aligned with Lalu Prasad's RJD-led coalition, comprising Congress and other parties, to form a new government.
Assembly bypolls: Counting of votes on seven seats in six states on Sunday
Bhajan Lal's grandson Bhavya Bishnoi, who contested on a BJP ticket, and RJD's Neelam Devi, whose husband Anant Singh's disqualification necessitated the by-election in Bihar's Mokama, are among the prominent candidates in the fray.
By-polls to seven assembly constituencies in six states today
By-elections for seven Assembly constituencies across the states of Maharashtra, Haryana, Bihar, Telangana, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh will be held from 7 am to 6 pm amid tight security and the counting of votes will be conducted on November 6.
Bypolls in seven assembly seats: All eyes on Sena factions in Andheri East
The assembly bypolls in Bihar and Maharashtra, scheduled for November 3, are set to be the first electoral test of the popularity of the respective state governments after a change in the political alignment.
Mahagathbandhan backs RJD for by-polls to both seats in Bihar; candidates announced
The ruling 'Mahagathbandhan' in Bihar on Tuesday announced that the RJD, its largest constituent, will field candidates for by-elections to both Mokama and Gopalganj assembly seats.
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.
Lok Sabha elections: Bahubalis hand poll mantle to wives in Bihar
These bahubalis have either been barred from contesting elections after convictions or denied tickets over their criminal histories.
Maneka Gandhi's outburst against culling of nilgais may be used by JD(U), RJD against BJP
The operation to cull the nilgai was undertaken at the initiative of JD(U) MLA Neeraj Kumar who approached professional shooters.
Peace, the poll slogan in the land of 'bahubalis'
Peace is the poll slogan in this land of 'bahubalis' with candidates, even those with criminal past or legacy, promising rule of law in the region.
CBI books JD(U)'s Anant Singh for cartelisation in handing over NTPC contracts
CBI registered a case against JD(U) MLA Anant Singh for alleged cartelisation and ring formation during award of contracts in NTPC in Barh (Bihar).
JD(U) MLA Anant Singh chargesheeted in a murder case
The charge sheet against Singh, MLA from Mokama, was filed in the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Bharat Singh.
Arms Act case: JD(U) MLA sent to judicial custody till July 20
The MLA was arrested on June 24 in connection with a case of kidnapping of a builder from Bihta in rural Patna in 2014.
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.
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.
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