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Part 'cream' from Dalit quota mix: Why Chirag Paswan & Jitan Ram Manjhi are clashing over SC reservations

A lively discussion among Dalit leaders is underway regarding the sub-classification of Dalits and the implementation of a creamy layer principle for reservations. Recent data highlights notable disparities in job quotas among various Dalit sub-castes. In a significant move, the Supreme Court has authorized states to sub-classify Scheduled Castes, aiming…

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Union ministers Chirag Paswan and Jitan Ram Manjhi spar over SC/ST quotas, seek each other's resignation

Two Union ministers clashed over the reservation policy and its implementation. Chirag Paswan demanded Jitan Ram Manjhi's resignation over his son's remarks. Manjhi's son called for a review of reservation benefits and sub-categorization. Paswan argued reservation is social, not economic, and opposes a creamy layer for SCs.

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No question of reviewing liquor prohibition law in Bihar: JD(U)

The JD(U) party has rejected any review of Bihar's prohibition law. This law was implemented in April 2016 by former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi had previously raised concerns about its implementation. He suggested adopting the Gujarat model for better enforcement of the ban.

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Rajya Sabha clears MSME bill to fast-track payment disputes amid Opposition protests

The Rajya Sabha approved the MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026, on Monday. This legislation aims to expedite delayed payment dispute resolutions for small businesses. It also seeks to improve cash flow and strengthen the sector's financial framework. Opposition members disrupted proceedings, demanding a discussion on police action against students. The…

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MSME Day 2026 showcases government's vision for a tech-driven and future-ready MSME ecosystem

The event celebrated the sector's growth, highlighting government commitment to a resilient, technology-driven MSME ecosystem. New initiatives aim to boost formalization, digital access, and innovation, fostering entrepreneurship and nation-building.

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Unified BRICS’ action needed to drive MSME growth and innovation: Jitan Ram Manjhi

In BRICS MSME Summit, discussions focused on technology adoption, digital transformation, and market access, highlighting MSMEs' crucial role in inclusive development and job creation.

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HAM (S) to go it alone in Delhi Assembly Polls

Earlier, it was believed that Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi's party, HAM (S), might contest the elections in Delhi in alliance with the BJP. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Champai’s new party in Jharkhand and precedence of seat-warming CM’s rebel

With his announcement of forming a new political party, the former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader Champai Soren has put an end to the last few days of media speculation.

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Former CMs Kumaraswamy, Manjhi take oath as union ministers ahead of TDP, JD-U leaders

Allies of BJP in NDA joined the union government on Sunday during the swearing in ceremony of the union cabinet at the Rashtrapati Bhavan and Janata Dal (Secular) leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy was the first among the BJP's partners to take oath of office and secrecy.…

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Lok Sabha election: Six big faces to watch out in first phase of polling on Friday

With just a day left for the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections to be held on April 19, let us look at the big faces in the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA versus the opposition's INDIA bloc. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Aurangabad, Gaya, Jamui and Nawada prepare to vote on April 19 in the first of the seven-phase election in Bihar

In the seven-phase Lok Sabha election in Bihar, which has 40 MPs in Parliament, the four constituencies of Aurangabad, Gaya, Jamui and Nawada will vote in the first phase on April 19

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Lok Sabha 2024: Water crisis in Bihar’s Gaya remains major concern for voters

Water scarcity in Gaya, India, leads to daily struggles for residents, with promises of relief from politicians.

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I am a true Ram Bhakt and have never spoken against Lord Ram, says Jitan Ram Manjhi

Jitan Ram Manjhi interview: Here are the excerpts from an interview with Jitan Ram Manjhi who is contesting Lok Sabha election from Gaya seat as an National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate.

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Once NDA wins, Chirag Paswan will be given the responsibility of Bihar, says Jitan Ram Manjhi

Jitan Ram Manjhi said Chirag Paswan is the future of the State.

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Nitish shortlists JD(U) candidates for 16 seats in Bihar, many of them are sitting MPs

Janata Dal-United, has shortlisted candidates for its 16 constituencies in Bihar based on seat-sharing within the alliance

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RLJP will remain in the NDA despite losing coveted Lok Sabha seat to rival LJP faction headed by Chirag Paswan

The Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party, led by Pashupati Kumar Paras, who is the current Hajipur MP, indicated that it will stay within the NDA

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Explain reasons for delay in Cabinet expansion, Tejashwi asks Nitish

Tejashwi Yadav questions Bihar Cabinet expansion delay, criticizes Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's governance during Jan Vishwas Yatra.

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NDA will win all Lok Sabha seats, over 200 Assembly seats in Bihar: Nitish Kumar

A day after his newly formed NDA government won the trust vote in the State Assembly, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed confidence in the ruling alliance winning big in the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections

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Tejashwi Yadav slams Nitish Kumar, says he will now stop the juggernaut of Modi in Bihar

Tejashwi Yadav criticizes Nitish Kumar for switching sides with BJP, compares him to Dashrath and warns of betrayal.

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"BJP made Bharat Ratna a deal": former Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav

Launching a scathing attack over the announcement of conferring Bharat Ratna to former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur (posthumously), former Bihar Deputy CM and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Monday said that the BJP has made Bharat Ratna a deal. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bihar BJP MLAs shifted to Bodh Gaya ahead of floor test

Bihar BJP shifts MLAs to Bodh Gaya ahead of floor test; Congress too shifts 16 out of its 19 MLAs to a resort in Hyderabad to keep its flock together

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BJP weighs its options in Bihar; MLAs to meet on January 28

BJP wants to move very very cautiously this time in Bihar with Nitish Kumar in view of his previous track record of sudden turnarounds; BJP sources said an agreement between BJP and JD(U) had been reached for two Deputy Chief Ministers from BJP quota

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RJD exudes confidence, leaders say ‘game is not over yet’ in Bihar

RJD legislators authorize Lalu Prasad Yadav to make final decision amid speculation of JD(U) forming government with BJP.

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Bihar: 79 IPS, 45 BAS officers transferred amid political turmoil

Amid reports that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar may rejoin hands with the BJP, the Bihar government has transferred 79 Indian Police Service (IPS) and 45 Bihar Administrative Service (BAS) officers in the state. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Lok Sabha election | Is it 17:17:05:01 formula among Bihar’s Mahagathbandhan allies?

The Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) coalition partners are said to be looking at a 17:17:05:01 formula, wherein RJD) and JD(U) get to contest 17 seats each, the Congress gets five, and CPI(M) one. Bihar has 40 Lok Sabha seats.

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