Bihar

The rise of Chirag Paswan: From actor to star in Bihar politics

Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan has all the reasons to celebrate. Not only did he clinch the Hajipur Lok Sabha seat in Bihar, which was represented by his father, the late Ram Vilas Paswan, eight times, but his party also won all five seats it contested in alliance with the BJP-led NDA in the state

Lok Sabha election results 2024: Why BJP’s fate lies in the hands of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar

The Bharatiya Janata Party has failed to secure a majority on its own in these Lok Sabha elections. It needs its NDA allies more than ever now to form the government for a third consecutive term. JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar could play a big role in making that happen

Exit Poll 2024: How many seats will Uttar Pradesh, Bihar give to BJP & INDI Alliance?

The states of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar together send 120 MPs to the Lok Sabha and remain

Bihar education department trolled over penalising teachers for 'bed performance'

According to reports based on Education department's version of the incident, surprise inspections by education department officials on May 22 revealed several teachers' absence from duty in various schools across Jamui district. Additionally, the performance of many teachers was deemed unsatisfactory

Bihar: Narrow escape for Rahul Gandhi as stage collapses in Patna

When worried security guards rushed to Gandhi's aid, an alert Bharti swiftly grabbed his hand and helped him restore his equilibrium. They then grinned and assured the Congressman that he was okay

Lok Sabha elections 2024: The big fights to look out for in Phase 5

Defence minister Rajnath Singh is contesting from the Lucknow Lok Sabha seat. Rae Bareli also goes to the polls in the fifth phase where Congress’ Rahul Gandhi is facing the BJP’s Dinesh Pratap Singh. Here are the other interesting fights to keep an eye on

Sushil Kumar Modi: A gentleman politician who was a misfit in today’s ruthlessly transactional world

Always soft-spoken, Sushil Kumar Modi’s amiable personality hid a very good administrator; he was an equal partner with Nitish Kumar in the recovery of Bihar after the bruising misrule of 15 years of Lalu Prasad Yadav’s rule

A heatwave is hitting North India, including Delhi: How intense will it be?

An orange alert has been issued for Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan, indicating a ‘high health concern’ for those at risk. By Saturday, the temperature in the National Capital can rise to 45 degrees Celsius

Sushil Kumar Modi dies: The man who propelled the rise of the BJP in Bihar

Former Bihar deputy CM Sushil Kumar Modi died on 13 May after a battle with cancer. The politician is credited with the BJP’s rise in the state. Here’s a look at how he donned several hats during his political career and his bonhomie with JD(U) leader and CM Nitish Kumar

Sushil Kumar Modi, BJP's face in Bihar for years, passes away

Leaders across the political spectrum remembered his contributions to the country with Prime Minister Narendra Modi specially referring to his role during the implementation of GST