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.
Bihar exit polls 2025: Another pollster predicts win for NDA
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.