Nitish Kumar News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Pashupati Kumar Paras breaks ties with NDA, to contest Bihar polls alone
Patna, April 14: In a significant political development ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party (RLJP) chief and former Union Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras announced his party’s exit from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
Samrat Choudhary backs Nitish Kumar as NDA's CM face; hits back at Tejashwi Yadav
Patna, April 14: Hours after Tejashwi Yadav's fiery remarks on Ambedkar Jayanti, accusing the BJP and NDA of being anti-reservation and anti-Ambedkar, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary fired back, strongly defending the NDA's commitment to social justice and backing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as the face of the alliance for the upcoming Assembly elections.
Tejashwi Yadav takes dig at NDA, says every leader wants to be Bihar CM
Patna, April 14: Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, on Monday took a sharp dig at the ruling NDA, accusing it of internal conflicts and alleging that the BJP remains fundamentally anti-reservation and anti-Constitution.
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).
NDA holds meeting in Patna to prepare strategy for making PM Modi's rally 'historic'
Patna, April 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Bihar's Madhubani on April 24, where he will address a Panchayat Diwas rally, targeting grassroots representatives and energising the NDA cadre ahead of the upcoming 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
Prashant Kishor slams Bihar CM over blocking 'Badlav Rally'
Patna, April 11: Jan Suraaj Party Chief Prashant Kishor on Friday launched a scathing attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accusing him of deliberately obstructing public participation in the party's much-publicised 'Bihar Badlav Rally' at the Gandhi Maidan here.
Bihar govt enhancing tourism, rural infra with major projects in pipeline
Patna, April 11: The Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government is making strong strides toward transforming the state into a tourism-friendly destination and enhancing rural infrastructure.
Welcome Cong's 'Palayan Roko' yatra but RJD did all this long ago: Tejashwi Yadav
Patna, April 11: Bihar Leader of Opposition (LoP), Tejashwi Yadav, on Friday responded to the Congress party's ongoing ‘Palayan Roko, Naukri Do’ yatra and its attempted siege of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s residence, asserting that such movements were initiated by his party RJD much before anyone else.
Kanhaiya Kumar, other Cong leaders detained while marching towards CM Nitish's residence
Patna, April 11: Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar and 20 other party leaders were detained by Patna Police while they were trying to march towards Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's residence.
Sachin Pilot to join Kanhaiya Kumar's Yatra in Patna, vows to fight for youth
Patna, April 11: Senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot arrived in Patna on Friday to participate in the concluding leg of party leader Kanhaiya Kumar's 'Palayan Roko, Naukri Do Yatra' - a massive campaign aimed at highlighting "unemployment" and the government's "apathy" towards youth in Bihar.
Bihar: 23 dead as rains wreak havoc in Nalanda, 80 deaths reported in state
Nalanda, April 11: The death toll in Bihar's Nalanda district has risen to 23, following storm and rains wreaking havoc in the area, the District Magistrate said on Friday.
Storm claims lives of 80 people in state: Bihar Minister Vijay Kumar Mandal
Patna, April 11: As many as 80 people lost their lives in Bihar following the devastating storm and rains that struck the state, Bihar Minister of Disaster Management, Vijay Kumar Mandal, said on Friday.
Heavy storms and lightning kill 58 in Bihar including 23 in Nalanda
Patna, April 11: A powerful storm accompanied by heavy rainfall and lightning strikes wreaked havoc across several districts of Bihar on Thursday, claiming 58 lives -- 23 of them in Nalanda district alone.
Bihar: Storm, rains wreak havoc in Nalanda, 22 people dead
Nalanda, April 10: At least 22 people lost their lives in Bihar's Nalanda district following devastating storm and rains that struck the region, District Magistrate Shashank Shubhankar said on Thursday.
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.
Freak storms cause 19 deaths in Bihar in 48 hours, destruction of crops; govt orders compensation
Patna, April 10: A sudden shift in weather has wreaked havoc across multiple districts of Bihar, leading to 19 deaths in 48 hours and widespread damage to crops and property.
Tejashwi slams Nitish Kumar over Bihar's law and order
Patna, April 9: Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accusing him of failing to maintain law and order in the state.
Homage to 1857 martyrs: IAF to hold air show in Patna
Patna, April 8: In a spectacular tribute to the martyrs of India’s freedom struggle of 1857, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will host an aerobatic air show over the JP Ganga Pathway, popularly known as Marine Drive, in Patna on April 22-23.
Over 25,000 govt posts approved in first Bihar Cabinet meet post-budget session
Patna, April 8: In its first cabinet meeting after the Budget Session of the Bihar Legislature, the Nitish Kumar-led government on Tuesday approved 27 major proposals including the creation of over 25,000 posts in various departments, signaling a focus on employment generation ahead of the Assembly elections to be held later this year.
Rahul Gandhi's Bihar visit will have no impact, says Giriraj Singh
Patna, April 7: As senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi kicked off his 'Palayan Roko, Naukri Do' padayatra from Begusarai on Monday, Union Textile Minister and local Member of Parliament Giriraj Singh dismissed the visit as politically inconsequential.
He hates 'bhagwa' colour, hence wears white T-shirt : Union Minister Giriraj Singh over Rahul Gandhi's rally in Bihar
Patna, April 7: Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Monday targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during his visit to Bihar for the 'Palayan Roko Naukri Do' rally in Begusarai, claiming his presence would make no political difference.
He'll be dazzled after seeing PM Modi's roads, Nitish Kumar's development: Giriraj Singh ahead of Rahul Gandhi's visit to Bihar
Patna, April 6: Ahead of Rahul Gandhi's upcoming visit to Bihar on April 7, Union Minister Giriraj Singh claimed that the Congress MP would be awed by the development in Bihar that has taken place under both Prime Minister Modi and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
Can make any compromise in their greed for power: Bihar Dy CM targets RJD
New Delhi, April 6: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on Sunday launched a scathing attack on Tejashwi Yadav, leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
Bihar: NDA leaders showcase unity at workers' conference; target record victory in Assembly polls
Patna, April 5: In a major show of strength and unity, the state presidents of all five constituent parties of the NDA in Bihar came together on a single stage at a joint workers' conference held at Islamia School Ground in Bihar's Sheikhpura on Saturday.
Nitish Kumar's consistent work shows Bihar now seeks development: DyCM Samrat Choudhary
Patna, April 5: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday accused opposition leaders, including the Congress and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), of "dreaming" and insisted that citizens of the state are now focused on development under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's leadership.
'CM Nitish Kumar is guarantor of minorities welfare': JD(U)'s Rajeev Ranjan Prasad
Patna, April 5: JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad on Saturday responded to the resignations of some JD(U) leaders over the Waqf Bill, stating that Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is dedicated to the welfare of minorities and that his support for the Waqf Amendment Bill would not negatively impact the interests of Muslims.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspects Buddha Samyak Darshan Museum-cum-Smriti Stupa in Vaishali
Patna, April 4: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday inspected the under-construction Buddha Samyak Darshan-cum-Smriti Stupa located at Vaishaligarh in Vaishali district of the State and directed the completion of the construction work expeditiously. During the inspection, the Chief Minister took stock of the construction and development works of the entire complex.
Insignificant political noise: JD(U)'s Neeraj Kumar after 3 Muslim leaders quit party over Waqf
Patna, April 4: After three leaders quit the JD(U) over its support to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill-2025, party spokesperson Neeraj Kumar on Friday said it is insignificant political noise as "those who resigned don't have a strong voter base".
Bihar: Fifth JD(U) leader resigns over party's support for Waqf Bill
Patna, April 4: Nadeem Akhtar, another JD(U) leader resigned from the party making him the fifth member to leave over the party's support for the Waqf Amendment Bill.
After JD(U) supports Waqf Bill, three Muslim leaders quit party
Patna, April 4: Political tremors continue to shake the Janata Dal (United) following its support for the Waqf Amendment Bill, with another senior leader from the minority wing, Mohammad Tabrez Siddiqui, resigning from the party.
Some secular parties stand exposed: Tejashwi Yadav on Waqf Bill
Patna, April 3: Bihar Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav said on Thursday that some secular parties stand exposed in the Lower House of Parliament over their support to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, adding that people will teach these parties a lesson in the upcoming state elections.
Jasprit, Rohit, Virat are truly golden assets to Indian cricket: Nitish Kumar Reddy
New Delhi, April 3: Sunrisers Hyderabad's rising all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy expressed his interest in batting against India's premier speedster Jasprit Bumrah and handpicked the "golden assets" to the nation's cricket. He was speaking on Jio Hotstar.
All eyes on allies; Opposition warns JD (U), TDP for supporting Waqf Amendment Bill
Patna, April 2: Ahead of the tabling of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha, Opposition has warned BJP allies, especially Nitish Kumar-led Janata Dal (United) and Chandrababu Naidu-led Telugu Desham Paty for supporting the bill, saying that the 'blame' will be laid on them.
Tejashwi asks HM Shah to disclose financial aid given to Gujarat, Bihar in last 11 years
Patna, April 1: After Union Home Minister Amit Shah's attack on RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav during a rally in Gopalganj, Leader of Opposition in Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav hit back, demanding the disclosure of financial aid given to Bihar and Gujarat under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tenure at the Centre.
Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan extends Eid-ul-Fitr greetings, calls for inclusive celebrations
Patna India, March 31: Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan greeted citizens on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, emphasizing the importance of unity and shared celebrations among communities.
Prashant Kishor attacks Nitish Kumar, says Bihar being run by Amit Shah
Patna, March 31: Political strategist-turned-leader Prashant Kishor has launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, claiming that the real power in Bihar lies with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and his selected officers.
Nitish Kumar will be face in the upcoming Bihar elections: Union Min Jitan Ram Manjhi
Bodhgaya, March 31: Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, stating that the NDA government is functioning effectively under his guidance.
Matter of pride for Bihar to host Asia Cup in historic city of Rajgir: Nitish Kumar
New Delhi, March 31: Rajgir, the historic city in Bihar, is all set to host the Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Hockey India and the Bihar State Sports Authority on Monday. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has lauded the move.
Grand Alliance leaders blind to the development taking place in Bihar: Rai
Patna, March 31: Minister of State for Home, Nityanand Rai, on Monday strongly criticised leaders of the Mahagathbandhan for their repeated claims that development is not taking place in Bihar.
JD(U) MLC Gaus meets Lalu Prasad Yadav; sparks political speculation
Patna, March 31: A surprise meeting between JD(U) senior leader and MLC Ghulam Gaus, and RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, at Rabri Devi’s residence on 10 Circular Road has stirred political discussions in Bihar.