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Centre and Bihar working together for a developed India: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Patna, April 12: Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday said that building a "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India) is the firm resolve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. To achieve this vision, both NDA governments -- at the Centre and in Bihar -- are working together towards building a “Viksit Bihar” (Developed Bihar).

Nitish Kumar inaugurates fifth phase of JP Ganga Path

Patna, April 10: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday inaugurated the much-awaited fifth phase of JP Ganga Path, extending the iconic riverside road from Kangan Ghat to Didarganj.

Home Minister had one mantra that we should fight together as NDA: Bihar Minister Santosh Kumar Suman

Patna, March 31: Following the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) meeting held at the residence of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, minister and son of Jitan Ram Manjhi, Santosh Kumar Suman, stated that Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the need for the NDA to fight the upcoming Bihar elections unitedly.

Form NDA govt for another five yrs, will make Bihar flood-free: Amit Shah

Gopalganj, March 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday appealed to the people of Bihar to form the NDA government for another five years and said they will work to make Bihar flood free. The assembly elections in Bihar are scheduled to take place later in the year.

Lalu defamed Bihar in India & abroad with fodder scam, says Amit Shah

Patna, March 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday launched a scathing attack on RJD chief Lalu Prasad, accusing him of defaming Bihar in India and abroad with the fodder scam.

Amit Shah lays foundation stone for various developmental projects, challenges Lalu Yadav to show his blueprint for Bihar

Patna, March 30: Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone for various developmental projects under the cooperation and related departments in Patna, Bihar on Sunday, and challenging Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav in showing if he has a "blueprint for Bihar" to show the people.

Bihar on a progressive path under Nitish Kumar's leadership: Minister

Patna, March 22: Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Bihar Cabinet Minister Sanjay Saraogi on the occasion of Bihar Diwas on Saturday recalled the eastern state's rich history and its development which is underway under the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Bihar celebrates 113th formation day, PM Modi & HM Shah extend heartfelt wishes

Patna, March 22: As Bihar commemorates its 113th formation day on Saturday, the leaders, cutting across the party lines, extended heartfelt wishes highlighting the state's glorious history, culture and progress.

Home Minister Amit Shah extends wishes on Bihar Day

New Delhi, March 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended his wishes on Monday to the people of Bihar on the state's foundation day.

Construction for four-lane road between Purnea and Khagaria to start soon, informs Minister

Patna, March 18: Road Construction Minister Nitin Nabin announced in the Bihar Legislative Council on Tuesday that construction for the long-awaited four-lane highway between Purnea and Khagaria will soon start.

It is for development of all sections: Union Minister Giriraj Singh praises Bihar Budget

Patna, March 4: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Tuesday praised the Bihar Budget for 2025-26 and said it is for the development of all sections, and added that sports, college, and medical facilities will be available in all blocks.

'Bihar's growth speaks for itself,' says Giriraj in response to Oppn's criticism on Budget

New Delhi, March 3: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday lauded the significant progress of Bihar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, emphasising the state’s economic transformation in responding to criticism and remarks from the Opposition.

Bihar govt approves 146 proposals; allocates Rs 30,000cr for development works

Patna, Feb 26: The Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government approved 146 proposals during a Cabinet meeting held at the Chief Minister's Secretariat on Tuesday.

Nitish Kumar slams RJD for poor health infra during its tenure, highlights transformation

Patna, Feb 25: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar took a jab at the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Tuesday for the "poor" health infrastructure in the state during the tenures of its chief Lalu Prasad and his wife Rabri Devi.

'Bihar moving from misery to prosperity under PM Modi's leadership'

Patna, Feb 24: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for their unwavering commitment to Bihar's development, stating that the state is transitioning from being a symbol of misery to a symbol of prosperity.

Union Min Chirag Paswan hails PM Modi's commitment to Bihar ahead of his visit

Patna, February 23: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Bihar, Union Minister Chirag Paswan has emphasised the PM's commitment to Bihar's development, stating that the government is actively fulfilling its promises made during the Lok Sabha elections.

Nitish announces Rs 1,404cr-worth development projects for Patna

Patna, Feb 21: On the last day of Pragati Yatra, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar made several major announcements for Patna on Friday. With 623 projects inaugurated or launched, a total investment of ₹1404 crore has been earmarked for infrastructure development, road expansion, tourism, and civic amenities.

Nitish Kumar's Pragati Yatra reaches Nalanda

Patna, Feb 20: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar reached Nalanda district on Thursday as part of his Pragati Yatra to review ongoing development projects.

Pragati Yatra: Nitish Kumar visits Rohtas to review developmental work

Patna, Feb 19: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar visited Rohtas district on Wednesday as part of his Pragati Yatra to review and accelerate development projects.

Bihar: Nitish Kumar lays foundation for Rs 345.50 crore projects in Kaimur

Patna, Feb 18: As part of his Pragati Yatra, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 169 developmental projects worth Rs 345.50 crore in Kaimur district on Tuesday.

Pragati Yatra: Nitish Kumar to visit Kaimur today for reviewing developmental projects

Patna, Feb 18: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to visit Kaimur district on Tuesday as part of his Pragati Yatra, during which, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for various development projects across multiple departments, amounting to crores of rupees.

Will propose 'Narayani-Ganga Corridor' to Centre: Bihar Dy CM

Patna, Feb 17: In a major infrastructural push, the Bihar government is set to propose the 'Narayani-Ganga Corridor' to the Central government as a new Greenfield High-Speed Corridor.

RJD MP urges Nitish Kumar to demand special package for Bihar during Delhi visit

Patna, Feb 16: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to visit Delhi, where a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected. Sharing his reaction to the upcoming development, RJD MP Sanjay Yadav said that the Chief Minister should meet the Prime Minister to discuss the developmental issues of the state.

PM Modi to announce over Rs 2,000 crore development projects in Bhagalpur: Bihar Minister

Patna, Feb 14: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bihar's Bhagalpur, the state's Urban Development Minister, Nitin Nabin, has claimed that the Prime Minister will unveil development projects worth more than Rs 2,000 crore for the region.

Pragati Yatra: Nitish Kumar to visit Gaya today

Patna, Feb 13: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to visit Gaya district on Thursday as part of his 'Pragati Yatra' to review development works and inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for various development projects across multiple departments.

Nitish Kumar inaugurates and lays foundation stones for Rs 554 cr development projects in Aurangabad

Patna, Feb 11: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, as part of his Pragati Yatra, inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 195 development projects worth Rs 556 crore in Aurangabad district.

Bihar CM in Nawada today to inaugurate key projects during Pragati Yatra

Patna, Feb 10: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is in Nawada district as part of the fourth phase of his 'Pragati Yatra'.

Investment worth Rs 95,566 crore being made for development of railways in Bihar: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Patna, February 9: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday announced that the government was making an investment worth Rs 95,566 crore for the development of railways in Bihar.

'Opposition criticism expected,': Union Minister Jitan Ram Majhi describes budget as 'balanced'

New Delhi, February 3: Union Minister Jitan Ram Majhi on Monday, defended the Union Budget 2025-26, stating that the criticisms from the Opposition are expected as they view it as their duty.

FM Sitharaman announces seven key projects for Bihar in Union Budget

Patna, Feb 1: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026 in the Lok Sabha on Saturday, which includes seven significant announcements aimed at promoting development in Bihar, coinciding with the upcoming state Assembly elections.

Union Minister Chirag Paswan hails budget as inclusive with provisions of bridging gap between rich and poor

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