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UNBELIEVABLE: 3 | History Defined

On Bihar results day, the constant is Nitish: Why the maximiser shapes every verdict

This piece was originally published on January 29, 2024.

Newslaundry

Cracks in Indian opposition alliance against PM Modi ahead of elections

Two key opposition leaders have walked out of the Congress-led alliance, dealing it a big blow.

Al Jazeera

Trinamool Congress flays Nitish for frequent ‘political somersaults’

“Nitish Kumar is known for his political somersaults at regular intervals. It is unfortunate that he has decided to quit the opposition grouping INDIA and is likely to join the NDA. The people will give a befitting reply to such political opportunism,” Trinamool Congress MP Sougata Roy said.

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Nitish Kumar switches sides yet again, takes oath as Bihar CM

Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar CM for ninth time; Two BJP Deputy CMs and six NDA Ministers also sworn in

The Hindu

Samrat Choudhary’s rapid rise in Bihar after he joined the BJP

Bihar’s new Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has had a meteoric rise since he joined the outfit nearly seven years ago.

The Hindu

In welcoming Nitish back into NDA, BJP has Lok Sabha election in mind

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is back in the NDA fold this time, with the BJP embracing the renewed alliance, the upcoming Lok Sabha election very much on their minds.

The Hindu

Bihar political crisis | After submitting resignation, Nitish Kumar says relations with RJD has not been good

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigns from Mahagathbandhan government, plans to form a new alliance with BJP.

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Our final stand to be clear in a few days, says Chirag Paswan

Chirag Paswan seeks assurance from BJP leaders that his presence in NDA will not be diminished after Nitish Kumar's return.

The Hindu

Political outfits in crisis mode amid CM Nitish Kumar’s likely return to NDA fold

Nitish Kumar oath: Top JD(U) leaders rush to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's residence amid indications of reverting to BJP-led NDA, while party maintains alliance with Mahagathbandhan.

The Hindu

Bihar: RJD asks Nitish Kumar to resolve 'confusion' over ties with Mahagathbandhan

Amid the uncertainty in the political corridors of Bihar over the possible alliance of JD(U) and the BJP as speculations are on the rise that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar could cross over to the NDA again, RJD MP Manoj Jha has 'requested' CM Kumar to clear the confusion about his…

Dynamite News

Firmly with INDIA bloc but would like Congress to do introspection, says JD(U)

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) firmly supports INDIA coalition but wants Congress to reflect on alliance partners and seat-sharing.

The Hindu

High political turmoil in Bihar; JDU, RJD rift widens; Nitish may return to NDA

Amidst the enthusiasm of Republic Day celebrations in the country, there is a high buzz in Bihar politics. The political rift between Janata Dal(U) and RJD is widening by the day. Read further on dynamite News:

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Nitish Kumar may skip Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra; likely to join hands with NDA again

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar likely to exit ruling mahagathbandhan and return to BJP-led NDA, causing political turmoil.

The Hindu

Left parties stake claim to a dozen LS seats in Bihar as part of ruling Mahagathbandhan coalition

Left parties stake claim on Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, complicating seat distribution among Mahagathbandhan partners for upcoming elections.

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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.

The Hindu

Chirag Paswan anticipates a ‘respectable’ number of seats in the NDA

Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas president Chirag Paswan expressed the hope that his faction will secure a “respectable” number of seats from the BJP in the NDA

Newslaundry

Former JDU chief sends notices to Dainik Jagran, India Today and Republic, threatens defamation case

JDU leader Rajiv Ranjan Singh has sent legal notices to Dainik Jagran, India Today and Republic TV for what he alleged was misleading reports insinuating that he was conspiring against the coalition government in Bihar.

The Hindu

‘Is it someone’ father’s shraddh or son’s wedding?’ asks JD(U) MP on temple ceremony invite

This was Janata Dal (United) MP Kaushalendra Kumar’s response when asked if he got the invitation to attend the Ram Temple inauguration

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Year in Review | How did India’s Opposition fare in 2023?

Opposition faced expulsion, mass suspension from Parliament & unsuccessfully tried to oust Modi govt. via no-trust vote in 2023. Rahul Gandhi led Bharat Jodo Yatra, INDIA coalition & no-confidence motion against Modi govt. were significant events.

The Hindu

Amid political churn in Bihar, Assembly Speaker calls on Lalu

RJD President Lalu Prasad meets Bihar Assembly Speaker Awadh Bihari Chaudhary amid political churn in the State.

The Hindu

JD(U) leader Lalan Singh says he will sue media outfits that tarnished his image

Former JD-U president Lalan Singh vows to sue media outlets for reports of alleged rebellion against Nitish Kumar.

The Hindu

Lalan Singh vows to sue media outlets for reports alleging he plotted against Nitish

JD(U) president Rajiv Ranjan Singh ‘Lalan’ vows to sue media outlets for false reports of rebellion against Nitish Kumar.

The Hindu

BJP says ‘Just the start of the game,’ as Lalan quits as JD(U) president

JD(U) national president resigns, replaced by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar; BJP awaits next act in political drama.

The Hindu

Nitish’s rediscovery of Bharat

Thwarted ambitions or bulwark against BJP? Nitish Kumar’s anti-English rhetoric is perhaps both

The Hindu

Not upset during INDIA bloc meeting; I have no personal ambition, says Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar rubbishes speculations of disappointment, stresses need to expedite seat-sharing arrangements for INDIA bloc.

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