Nitish Kumar

‘Despicable act’: Furore ensues after Bihar CM Nitish Kumar pulls off hijab of woman doctor

Dec 16, 2025, 10:01 AM IST

The doctor, Nusrat Parveen, appeared visibly startled by the act and was quickly moved aside by an official present on stage.

Grand NDA Show In Patna As Nitish Kumar Takes Oath For Historic 10th Term As Bihar CM

Nov 21, 2025, 02:31 PM IST

Nitish Kumar’s record 10th swearing-in as Bihar Chief Minister turned into a massive NDA power show at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan. PM Narendra Modi unveiled a new ‘victory’ gesture, waving a gamchha to a roaring crowd. Nitish took oath along with two BJP deputies and 24 ministers, sworn in by Governor Arif Mohammed Khan. NDA leaders hailed a “Viksit Bihar” mandate, while Nitish’s family credited the alliance for the win. Tejashwi Yadav broke his silence to congratulate him after a bruising defeat.

'Nitish Kumar's cabinet full of corrupts, criminals': Prashant Kishor says Modi, Shah least concerned about Bihar

Nov 21, 2025, 01:17 PM IST

Kishor made these statements while addressing reporters after a day-long silent fast at Gandhi Ashram in West Champaran.

The ‘Mahila Vote’ That Redefined Politics | Why Women Powered Nitish Kumar’s Big Bihar Win

Nov 20, 2025, 01:13 PM IST

This election in Bihar belonged to women — and they placed their strongest trust in Nitish Kumar. With record female turnout surpassing men, the “Mahila Vote” has emerged as the chief minister’s most loyal and decisive force. For nearly two decades, Nitish built a governance model centred on empowerment: JEEViKA Didis, livelihood grants, self-help groups, 50% panchayat reservation, 35% government job quota, and schemes that transformed mobility and education for girls. Women say these policies didn’t just improve their lives — they gave them safety, dignity and opportunity. From law-and-order confidence to financial independence, Nitish earned trust, not just votes. And in this election, women made the decisive difference.

Victory for Nitish, credit for Himanta: The Rs 10,000-scheme idea came from Assam CM, says report

Nov 20, 2025, 12:53 PM IST

The yojana saw Rs 10,000 being deposited into the accounts of 1.5 crore women in Bihar as first instalment. Experts and analysts have credited the yojana as a catalyst for Nitish Kumar’s victory.

Nitish Kumar sworn in as Bihar CM for 10th time; Samrat Choudhary, Vijay Sinha named deputy CMs

Nov 20, 2025, 11:39 AM IST

The JD(U) leader was sworn in at Raj Bhavan in Patna, reaffirming his position as one of Bihar’s most enduring political figures

Nitish Kumar to be sworn-in as Bihar chief minister for a record 10th term today

Nov 20, 2025, 08:08 AM IST

Senior leaders including BJP president JP Nadda and Amit Shah arrived in Patna ahead of the event and are scheduled to meet JD(U) and BJP leaders before the ceremony.

'Didn't expect less than 4% votes': Prashant Kishor says not contesting Bihar polls a mistake

Nov 19, 2025, 06:18 PM IST

'I will not back down without winning Bihar. I don't know how much time it will take,' says Prashant Kishor

Bihar govt formation: Nitish Kumar to take oath tomorrow for 10th term as CM; Cabinet to focus on caste, regional balance

Nov 19, 2025, 11:39 AM IST

Preparations are underway for a large-scale oath ceremony at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan on Thursday, with security intensified and public entry banned during the event.

Bihar govt formation: BJP, JD(U) continue to spar over Home deptt, no disagreement on Speaker post

Nov 18, 2025, 08:55 PM IST

While minor allies are set for cabinet roles, BJP and JD(U) continue discussions over key ministries as top national leaders prepare to attend the swearing-in ceremony.

Bihar elections: Both JD(U), BJP stake a claim for Speaker’s chair, say sources

Nov 18, 2025, 08:10 AM IST

In the previous Assembly, BJP leader Nand Kishore Yadav held the Speaker post, while Narendra Narayan Yadav of the JD(U) served as Deputy Speaker.