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Bihar government announces 70,000 more teachers’ recruitment

The Bihar government on November 2 distributed employment letter to 1.2 lakh people and a grand event was organised at Gandhi Maidan in Patna.

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

Nitish Kumar's comments over Congress: Cabinet colleague rushes to CM's defence

PATNA: A day after CM Nitish Kumar’s public displeasure over the Congress party “showing more interests in assembly elections to five states than newly-formed opposition bloc INDIA” made national headlines, his party colleague and water resources department minister Sanjay Kumar Jha came to his defence on Friday.

The Times of India · Nov 3, 2023

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The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023

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Not much progress in INDIA bloc, Congress more interested in State polls: Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minsiter Nitish Kumar blames the Congress party for opposition INDIA bloc losing steam; says the Congress more interested in the upcoming five State Assembly elections. BJP takes jibe, says alliance lacks vision and mission.

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Nitish Kumar targets Congress; Says "Congress more interested in states polls than INDIA bloc"

But…Nitish Kumar asserted that the bloc won't stop the fight for the country…. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Nov 2, 2023

No irregularities in teacher recruitment: Nitish Kumar

Nitish Kumar, who will himself hand appointment letters to thousands of candidates at a grand ceremony in Patna, also accused detractors of acting upon “instructions from above”.

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Government's achievements are not of your parties: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to Ministers

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on November 1 voiced disapproval of members of his Cabinet using achievements of the government to bolster the image of their respective parties. The leader of the seven-party Mahagathbandhan made the remarks at a function, in which he unveiled electricity projects worth nearly ₹14,000 crore…

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

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Drones to track Chhath festival crowds at river banks in Patna

Patna district admin to deploy drones to manage Chhath festival crowds. 108 ghats to be monitored for security. CM Nitish Kumar to wave to devotees from boat. Special trains, flights to ferry devotees. Patna to spruce up JP Gangapath track for festival. Drones, CCTV cameras, police personnel to ensure safe…

The Hindu · Oct 31, 2023

Monument of love: Finally, poor man's love story gets social recognition

PATNA: He did what nobody expected and achieved the unbelievable—tearing apart a rocky mountain to carve a road to fill happiness in the lives of others!

The Times of India · Oct 30, 2023

Union Minister Giriraj Singh raises objection over questions related to Islam in Bihar Sanskrit exam paper

In the examination conducted on Thursday, five of the 10 two-mark short answer questions were related to Islam.

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

After caste-based survey report, Nitish focuses on employment with mega event to issue job letters to 1.22 lakh teachers

With unemployment widely considered the biggest poll issue in Bihar, the Nitish Kumar-led government hopes to convey that it is serious about creating job opportunities within the State

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

Uttar Pradesh JD(U) urges Nitish to contest Lok Sabha election from Phulpur or Varanasi

“There are many Lok Sabha seats like Phulpur, Mirzapur, Ambedkar Nagar, and Varanasi from where Nitish Kumar ji will win,“ Mr. Patel said.

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

'Aapko jo man kare kijiye,' CM Nitish Kumar tells Anand Mohan in Bihar's Saharsa

PATNA: Amid prevailing differences between Anand Mohan and the RJD over "Thakur" row, chief minister Nitish Kumar on Friday reached former’s native village in Bihar's Saharsa to unveil statue of his grandfather late Ram Bahadur Singh and his uncle late Paramanand Singh Brahmchari, both freedom fighters, adding a fresh twist…

The Times of India · Oct 27, 2023

Row over RJD MLA’s statement that Goddess Durga is imaginary

RJD MLA's comment on Goddess Durga triggers controversy in Bihar. Opposition BJP condemns statement, calling it minority appeasement. Union Minister Giriraj Singh says CM Nitish Kumar and Lalu Prasad testing Hindus' tolerance. Nityanand Rai slams Bihar government, alleging those against Sanatan Dharma have blessings of Nitish and Tejashwi.

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

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The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

JD(U) releases first list of five candidates for Madhya Pradesh

Failing to clinch a seat-sharing deal with the Congress for the upcoming Madhya Pradesh Assembly election, the Janata Dal (United) released its first list of five candidates for the poll.

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

Bihar politicians take pot-shots at PM, CM in Dussehra video war

JD(U) MLC Neeraj Kumar posted a video depicting PM Modi as Ravan, CM Nitish Kumar as a time-bomb, in response to BJP State President's video of CM as Kumbhakaran. BJP accused JD(U) of having Al-Qaeda mentality, while Neeraj Kumar said BJP follows RSS.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Chirag Paswan hits out at the ‘evil’ of caste and the ‘Ravan’ stalling development in Bihar

LJP chief Chirag Paswan obliquely referred to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar as Ravan, saying all evil in the state, including caste system, was holding back development. He was joined by other Opposition parties in raising objections to the caste-based survey report. He also hit back at Deputy CM Tejashwi Prasad…

Newslaundry · Oct 21, 2023

He’s now Bihar’s longest serving CM, but can Nitish handle future political challenges?

Even as he enters a delicately poised phase for his future and legacy in politics, JDU leader Nitish Kumar this week became Bihar’s longest serving chief minister when he completed 17 years and 53 days in office. The duration of his tenure now exceeds the record previously held by Shri…

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Dynamite News · Oct 21, 2023

Bihar: ‘No desire to get involved with BJP again’, clears CM Nitish Kumar

After Nitish's statement in Motihari, there were speculations in the media that JDU is again leaning towards BJP. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar dismisses speculations triggered by his mention of 'personal friendship' with BJP leaders

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on October 21 rubbished speculations that his recent utterances were an attempt to mend fences with the BJP and put pressure on his current allies Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Congress.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

JD(U) president defends CM Nitish over ‘closeness with BJP’ remark

JD(U) leader Lalan Singh denies CM Nitish Kumar has "soft corner" for BJP; Sushil Modi says JD(U) should watch its own ground before accusing others, as many leaders have left JD(U) for BJP. No one has left BJP yet. JD(U) on verge of disintegrating, BJP doesn't need them.

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

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The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Bihar BJP chief slams CM Nitish Kumar over frequent visits to Lalu Prasad’s residence

“Nitish Kumar is the Chief Minister in Bihar but Lalu Prasad is running a super government along with his family members,” Mr. Choudhary alleged

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Doubts, hope over caste survey in Nitish’s hometown as Bihar govt. begins public outreach

RJD, JD(U) plan mass mobilisation in Bihar ahead of LS polls, using caste survey results. Kalyanbigha residents sceptical, but hopeful of CM's track record. JD(U) holds 'Karpoori pe Charcha' and 'Bhim Sansad' to discuss survey findings. BJP claims survey is "exaggerated, fake, faulty". Political analyst says survey to revive caste…

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

Nitish Kumar talks of ‘friendship’ with BJP leaders, slams last UPA government

Nitish Kumar, Bihar CM, says his "friendship" with BJP leaders will remain as long as he's alive. He slammed the previous Congress-led govt. at Centre for not "hearing" his voice. His comments not welcomed by either his former or current allies

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