Nitish Kumar: News
Nitish Kumar is a political leader and president of the Janata Dal-United (JDU) and six-time Chief Minister of Bihar. Kumar did his BTech in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Patna. He won in the 1985 Bihar elections from Harnaut, thus gaining entry into the state legislature, and became a Lok Sabha MP from Barh in 1996. In 1999, he founded JDU and aligned with the BJP, putting up an impressive performance in the Lok Sabha elections that year. He also served as a union minister in the Vajpayee Government. Kumar briefly became the Chief Minister of Bihar in 2000. He came to power again in 2005 and served a full term as CM till 2010. He was re-elected in 2010 and served till 2014. In 2015, he became CM for the fourth time in alliance with RJD and INC. However, due to differences with RJD, he broke the alliance and joined the BJP-led NDA, thus being sworn in as CM for the fifth time in 2017. In the 2020 state elections, the BJP-JDU alliance won the majority, with Kumar starting his sixth innings as the Bihar CM.
After Rabri Devi, Tej Pratap asked to vacate official residence
The Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government has ordered former Chief Minister Rabri Devi to vacate her official residence at 10 Circular Road in Patna.
Why Bihar government is reclaiming Lalu family's bungalow after 20yrs
The Bihar government has reclaimed the iconic 10 Circular Road bungalow from the Lalu Prasad family after nearly two decades.
Who gets what: Nitish Kumar announces portfolios for 18 ministers
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has assigned the Home Ministry to his deputy, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Samrat Choudhary.
In Bihar, techie didn't fight election but becomes minister
When Nitish Kumar took oath for the 10th time as Bihar chief minister along with 26 ministers, who were inducted into the new cabinet, an unknown face, Deepak Prakash, was among them.
Tejashwi breaks silence after Bihar drubbing; congratulates Nitish Kumar
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has congratulated Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar on taking oath as Bihar's Chief Minister for the 10th time.
Bihar Cabinet ministers list 2025: Who are the new ministers
Nitish Kumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar on Thursday for a record 10th time after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won the Assembly elections, securing 202 out of 243 seats.
Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar CM for 10th time
Nitish Kumar took oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time on Thursday.
Nitish Kumar's 10th oath-taking ceremony today after NDA's landslide win
Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time on Thursday.
Nitish Kumar stakes claim to form Bihar government; oath-taking tomorrow
Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a record 10th time on Thursday.
Nitish Kumar elected JD(U) legislature party leader in Bihar
Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar has been elected as the leader of the JD(U) legislature party in Bihar.
Nitish Kumar resigns today; may return tomorrow but 'surprises' possible
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar will resign on Wednesday, paving the way for a new National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government.
'Will quit if JDU fulfills 2 lakhs promise': Prashant Kishor
Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor has accepted full responsibility for his party's dismal performance in the recent Bihar polls.
'Take all blame': Prashant Kishor reacts to Bihar poll debacle
Jan Suraaj party chief Prashant Kishor, in his first reaction after the Bihar poll debacle, accepted full responsibility for his party's defeat.
BJP, JDU eye Speaker's post ahead of Bihar government formation
Both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal (United) are vying for the post of Bihar Assembly Speaker as they finalize the structure of the new National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, India Today reported, citing sources.
New Bihar government to take oath on Thursday
The new government in Bihar will be sworn in on November 20 at Patna's historic Gandhi Maidan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend the ceremony.
NDA finalizes Bihar cabinet; BJP gets more berths, Nitish stays
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is likely to have a larger share of the pie in the new Bihar government, NDTV reported on Sunday, citing sources.
Bihar's new government likely to be sworn-in on November 19-20
The new government in Bihar is likely to be sworn in on November 19 or 20. The date of the swearing-in ceremony will depend on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's schedule, NDTV reported, citing sources.
'₹14,000cr World Bank loan used in Bihar polls': Kishor's party
Uday Singh, the national president of Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party, has alleged that the Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government diverted a ₹14,000 crore World Bank loan for election purposes.
'No sorrows in defeat, no arrogance in victory': RJD
The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has reacted to its poor performance in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
How many times has Nitish Kumar been Bihar CM
As the NDA heads for a landslide victory in Bihar, all eyes are on Nitish Kumar and the CM's post.
Tejashwi Yadav wins Raghopur seat after nail biting contest
Tejashwi Yadav, the chief ministerial candidate of the Mahagathbandhan alliance, has emerged victorious in the Raghopur constituency of Bihar.
JD(U)'s tally set to shatter Prashant Kishor's prediction
Election strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor's prediction about the Janata Dal (United) or JD(U) in the Bihar Assembly polls seems to be way off.
'Victory of good governance': Modi as NDA sweeps Bihar polls
As the NDA heads for a landslide victory in Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said good governance and development have won.
Bihar's electoral metamorphosis from 'jungle raj' in 1990s
The 2025 Bihar assembly elections vote counting is underway, with early trends showing the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leading in 202 of the 243 seats.
JD(U) shares 'Nitish Kumar will remain CM' post, then deletes
A now-deleted post by the Janata Dal (United) on social media platform X has sparked speculation about Nitish Kumar's future as chief minister of Bihar.
Bihar election results: NDA secures another term, Mahagathbandhan wiped out
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has stormed past the 200-seat mark in the 243-member Bihar Assembly, marking the alliance's best electoral showing in the state's history.
'Another election, another defeat...': BJP mocks Rahul after Bihar rout
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) appeared to be on track for a landslide victory in the Bihar assembly election.
As NDA heads for landslide victory, Tejashwi trails in Raghopur
After leading from his family stronghold, Raghopur, Bihar, in the morning, Tejashwi Yadav is now second, with Bharatiya Janata Party's Satish Kumar leading by 106 votes.
Bihar candidate who took mask vow trails massively in Darbhanga
Pushpam Priya Choudhary, the leader of the Plurals Party, is trailing by a huge margin in the Darbhanga seat as vote counting for the 2025 Bihar elections continues.
Bihar election results: Deputy CM Vijay Sinha trails in Lakhisarai
The Lakhisarai Assembly election trends are in, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate and Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha trailing Congress's Amaresh Kumar by a slender margin of 79 votes.
Bihar Assembly election 2025: Counting of votes begins
The counting of votes for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections began on Friday at 8:00am.
Bihar exit polls: 2 pollsters predict close NDA-Mahagathbandhan contest
A tenth pollster has predicted a win for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), although with a slim margin.
Bihar phase 2 polls record highest-ever turnout; 67.14% till 5:00pm
Phase 2 of the Bihar Assembly polls saw the highest ever voter turnout.
Bihar election phase-2: 47.62% voter turnout reported till 1pm
The second and final phase of the Bihar Assembly election is underway, covering 122 constituencies across 20 districts.
Bihar election phase 2 voting sees 14.5% turnout till 9:00am
The second phase of voting in the Bihar Assembly elections started on Tuesday at 7:00am, with a voter turnout of 14.5% till 9:00am.
'They're teaching kids to become gangsters': Modi's jibe at Mahagathbandhan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the opposition Mahagathbandhan in Bihar, accusing them of promoting a "jungle raj" that threatens investments and jobs.
Bihar polls: Tejashwi confirms Muslim representation in Deputy CM list
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and the Opposition's Chief Ministerial candidate Tejashwi Yadav has confirmed that if the Mahagathbandhan comes to power in Bihar, it will have multiple Deputy Chief Ministers.
Bihar polls: Nitish Kumar thanks voters in video address
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has released a video message for the state's voters ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
1cr jobs, free education, metro services: NDA releases Bihar manifesto
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has released its manifesto for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections 2025.
Shah responds to Rahul Gandhi's 'dance' jibe at Modi
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has hit back at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his controversial remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
'Bihar CM seat not empty': Shah confirms Nitish Kumar's post
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has made it clear that Nitish Kumar will continue as the chief minister of Bihar if the ruling alliance wins.
'Tell Modi to dance...he'll dance': Rahul Gandhi in Bihar
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi kicked off his Bihar poll campaign on Wednesday by launching a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a rally in Muzaffarpur.
'Will scrap Waqf Bill if voted to power': Tejashwi Yadav
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has promised to scrap the Waqf (Amendment) Act in Bihar if his alliance comes to power.
Nitish will not be CM again if NDA wins: Tejashwi
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has alleged that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been "hijacked" by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Bihar polls: LJP (R) candidate's nomination rejected
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar has suffered a major setback ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
Nitish Kumar as CM again if NDA wins? Shah answers
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has clarified that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will decide on the chief minister's post in Bihar only after the upcoming elections.
Nitish Kumar's JD(U) releases final candidate list for Bihar polls
The Janata Dal United (JDU), headed by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has released its final list of 44 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
Who's Satish Kumar Yadav from BJP's 3rd list challenging Tejashwi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced its third list of 18 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, fielding Satish Kumar Yadav from Raghopur.
BJP's second list for Bihar polls out; Maithili Thakur included
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its second list of candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
Prashant Kishor rules out contesting Bihar polls
Poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has announced that he will not be contesting the upcoming Bihar elections.
JD(U) leaders protest outside Bihar CM's residence over ticket distribution
Security was tightened outside Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's official residence in Patna on Tuesday after several leaders and workers of the Janata Dal (United) protested against being denied tickets for the upcoming Assembly elections.
'Parity for BJP-JD(U), Chirag Paswan's gain': Analyzing NDA's Bihar seat-sharing
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Sunday finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Bihar elections.
Prashant Kishor's party releases first candidates list; includes doctors, mathematician
The Jan Suraaj party, founded by Prashant Kishor, has announced its first list of 51 candidates for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
'Government job for every family': Tejashwi's promise to Bihar voters
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has promised that if the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc comes to power in Bihar, it will pass a new law guaranteeing at least one government job for every family.
Tejashwi Yadav is RJD's CM face, not Mahagathbandhan's: Congress leader
The opposition Mahagathbandhan is still undecided on its chief ministerial candidate even with the Bihar elections less than 30 days away.
What new Patna metro, inaugurated by Nitish Kumar, will feature
Just hours before the Election Commission of India announced poll-bound Bihar's schedule on Monday, the Patna Metro was officially launched.
Bihar election to be held on November 6 and 11
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced dates for the Bihar Assembly election.
Vande Bharat train hits, kills 4 laborers in Bihar's Purnea
Four men were killed after a Vande Bharat Express train hit them near a level crossing in Kasba town of Purnea district, Bihar, early Friday morning.
Prashant Kishor predicts poll results for NDA, Mahagathbandhan, his party
Prashant Kishor, the founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, has announced that his party will contest all 243 seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
Bihar: Survey shows NDA advantage, but Mahagathbandhan still holding ground
The upcoming Bihar Assembly elections are likely to be shaped by traditional factors such as caste dynamics and welfare politics, a new survey has revealed.
Rahul Gandhi announces 10-point plan for Bihar's backward classes
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced a 10-point resolution for the Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) in Bihar.
Bihar CM waives interest on education loans ahead of polls
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a major relief for students ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
'Khada ho': Nitish Kumar orders standing ovation for PM Modi
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday asked a gathering in Purnea to give Prime Minister Narendra Modi a standing ovation. The PM was in the region to inaugurate projects worth ₹36,000 crore, including the first airport in Seemanchal.
Tejashwi urges votes in his name across all 243 seats
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav has appealed to voters in Bihar to cast their votes for him in all 243 constituencies.
Bihar election may be held in 2-3 phases after Chhath
The Election Commission of India may announce the schedule for the Bihar Assembly elections in October after the updated voter list under the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise is published.
Congress, BJP workers clash with flags amid Modi abuse row
A clash broke out between Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress workers in Patna, Bihar, on Friday.
'Clerks, peons lose job after arrest; why not ministers?' Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has defended the new bills that seek to remove prime ministers, chief ministers, and ministers from their posts if they are arrested and denied bail for 30 days.
Bihar CM releases ₹1,247cr pension fund for 1.12cr beneficiaries
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has released ₹1,247.34 crore through direct benefit transfer for over 1.12 crore social security pension beneficiaries in the state.
Tie rakhi to me, vote for me: Tejashwi's Bihar appeal
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Tejashwi Yadav, has written a letter to the sisters of Bihar on Rakshabandhan.
Video: Part of Bihar's newly-built double-decker flyover sinks after rainfall
A section of Patna's newly inaugurated double-decker flyover has sunk due to heavy rainfall.
Nitish Kumar doubles pay for cooks, watchmen ahead of polls
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a major hike in the honorarium of support staff in government schools. The announcement comes ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
Bihar: Woman raped in ambulance after home guard recruitment event
A shocking incident of alleged sexual assault has come to light in Bodh Gaya, Bihar.
New vice president expected by August-end as election process begins
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated the process to elect a new Vice President of India. This comes after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post on July 21.
Monsoon Session: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon
The second day of the 2025 Parliament Monsoon Session started at 11am on Tuesday.
BJP leader shot dead in Patna, week after Gopal Khemka
In a shocking incident, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Surendra Kewat was shot dead in Patna's Sheikpura.
Bihar government announces 35% reservation for women in state jobs
In a major move to empower women, the Bihar government has announced a 35% reservation for women in all state government jobs.
Bihar family burned alive over witchcraft allegations: Here's what happened
In a shocking event, five members of a family from Bihar's Purnia district were allegedly burned alive by villagers on Sunday night, accusing them of practicing black magic.
Bihar businessman Gopal Khemka's murder accused killed in police encounter
An accused in the murder of Bihar businessman Gopal Khemka was shot dead in a police encounter on Monday night.
Patna businessman's murder accused arrested after he attended funeral
A suspect in the murder of Patna businessman and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Gopal Khemka was arrested on Sunday by the Patna Police after he arrived at Khemka's funeral with a garland, CNN-News18 reported.