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Nalanda temple stampede: Eight women killed during temple rush, Bihar govt orders probe

Nalanda temple stampede: Eight women killed during temple rush, Bihar govt orders probe

Mar 31, 2026, 12:57 PM IST

The tragedy took place during a religious gathering as a large number of devotees assembled at the temple, leading to severe overcrowding and a sudden rush in which several people were crushed

Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar MLC after Rajya Sabha win; Who will be the next CM of Bihar?

Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar MLC after Rajya Sabha win; Who will be the next CM of Bihar?

Mar 30, 2026, 12:24 PM IST

The move comes in compliance with constitutional provisions that require an individual to vacate one legislative position within 14 days of being elected to another

'I'll come to Bihar only': Nitish Kumar's message to JD(U) leaders, workers after filing Rajya Sabha nomination

'I'll come to Bihar only': Nitish Kumar's message to JD(U) leaders, workers after filing Rajya Sabha nomination

Mar 07, 2026, 08:43 AM IST

JD(U) faces turmoil as Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nomination, sparking internal dissent and speculation about the party's future leadership.

Amit Shah Speaks As Nitish Kumar Files Rajya Sabha Nomination, Set To Step Down As Bihar CM

Amit Shah Speaks As Nitish Kumar Files Rajya Sabha Nomination, Set To Step Down As Bihar CM

Mar 05, 2026, 05:47 PM IST

Amit Shah Speaks As Nitish Kumar Files Rajya Sabha Nomination, Set To Step Down As Bihar CM

Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha move: Bihar CM thanks voters ahead of nomination; succession buzz builds

Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha move: Bihar CM thanks voters ahead of nomination; succession buzz builds

Mar 05, 2026, 12:01 PM IST

Ahead of filing his nomination, Kumar thanked the people of Bihar on X in a message posted in Hindi on X

'Once people reject you...': CJI-led SC bench dismisses Prashant Kishor-led Jan Suraaj's claims on Bihar elections

'Once people reject you...': CJI-led SC bench dismisses Prashant Kishor-led Jan Suraaj's claims on Bihar elections

Feb 06, 2026, 03:45 PM IST

After drawing a blank in its electoral debut, Jan Suraaj urged the court to scrap the Bihar polls, alleging ₹10,000 cash transfers to women under a state scheme during the Model Code of Conduct period tilted the playing field.

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

‘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

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

'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

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

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.

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