The Latest Breaking News from Jitan Ram Manjhi

Part 'cream' from Dalit quota mix: Why Chirag Paswan & Jitan Ram Manjhi are clashing over SC reservations

A lively discussion among Dalit leaders is underway regarding the sub-classification of Dalits and the implementation of a creamy layer principle for reservations. Recent data highlights notable disparities in job quotas among various Dalit sub-castes. In a significant move, the Supreme Court has authorized states to sub-classify Scheduled Castes, aiming…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Union ministers Chirag Paswan and Jitan Ram Manjhi spar over SC/ST quotas, seek each other's resignation

Two Union ministers clashed over the reservation policy and its implementation. Chirag Paswan demanded Jitan Ram Manjhi's resignation over his son's remarks. Manjhi's son called for a review of reservation benefits and sub-categorization. Paswan argued reservation is social, not economic, and opposes a creamy layer for SCs.

The Economic Times · Aug 29

No question of reviewing liquor prohibition law in Bihar: JD(U)

The JD(U) party has rejected any review of Bihar's prohibition law. This law was implemented in April 2016 by former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi had previously raised concerns about its implementation. He suggested adopting the Gujarat model for better enforcement of the ban.

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Champai’s new party in Jharkhand and precedence of seat-warming CM’s rebel

With his announcement of forming a new political party, the former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader Champai Soren has put an end to the last few days of media speculation. 

Newslaundry · Aug 24, 2024

Former CMs Kumaraswamy, Manjhi take oath as union ministers ahead of TDP, JD-U leaders

Allies of BJP in NDA joined the union government on Sunday during the swearing in ceremony of the union cabinet at the Rashtrapati Bhavan and Janata Dal (Secular) leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy was the first among the BJP's partners to take oath of office and secrecy.…

Dynamite News · Jun 9, 2024

Lok Sabha election: Six big faces to watch out in first phase of polling on Friday

With just a day left for the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections to be held on April 19, let us look at the big faces in the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA versus the opposition's INDIA bloc. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Apr 18, 2024

Aurangabad, Gaya, Jamui and Nawada prepare to vote on April 19 in the first of the seven-phase election in Bihar

In the seven-phase Lok Sabha election in Bihar, which has 40 MPs in Parliament, the four constituencies of Aurangabad, Gaya, Jamui and Nawada will vote in the first phase on April 19

The Hindu · Apr 15, 2024

Lok Sabha 2024: Water crisis in Bihar’s Gaya remains major concern for voters

Water scarcity in Gaya, India, leads to daily struggles for residents, with promises of relief from politicians.

The Hindu · Apr 15, 2024

I am a true Ram Bhakt and have never spoken against Lord Ram, says Jitan Ram Manjhi

Jitan Ram Manjhi interview: Here are the excerpts from an interview with Jitan Ram Manjhi who is contesting Lok Sabha election from Gaya seat as an National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate.

The Hindu · Apr 14, 2024

Once NDA wins, Chirag Paswan will be given the responsibility of Bihar, says Jitan Ram Manjhi

Jitan Ram Manjhi said Chirag Paswan is the future of the State.

The Hindu · Apr 12, 2024