Nitish Kumar
Jitan Ram Manjhi Clarifies Relationship with Ally Nitish Kumar
Manjhi admitted that though Kumar himself had suggested some years ago that he should start his own party, he did not repent making that decision. He described such migrations as routine in politics.
Sanjay Jha Elevated to JD(U) Working President Role, Nitish Kumar Retains Party Chief Position
Besides this change of guard, the party has decided to further escalate its agitation for securing Special Category Status to Bihar. Having sensed this demand from the State, a resolution was adopted by the state Cabinet in 2023, which clearly states bridging the economic and developmental disparity between the State and the Center. If granted this special status, this would increase the sharing of the taxes for Bihar from the Centre.
Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's Comparison: If Nitish is 'Paltu Kumar', Mamata is 'Paltu Kumari
Addressing a joint press conference with Left Front Chairman Biman Bose, Chowdhury questioned Banerjee's decision to backtrack after initially claiming credit for naming the opposition bloc. He wondered why she had made a U-turn, becoming "Paltu Kumari," much like Nitish Kumar's transformation into "Paltu Kumar."
New JD(U) Candidate List for Bihar: Two Sitting MPs Ousted, Two Turncoats Fielded
The announcement was delivered by Vashishth Narayan Singh, the party's national vice president, alongside several other prominent JD(U) figures.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Expands Cabinet with Swearing-in of 21 New Ministers
With these additions, the total number of ministers now stands at 30, just six short of the state's constitutional limit.
Downplaying Lalu's Invitation: Nitish Kumar's Response to Bihar Political Dynamics
Addressing queries from reporters regarding Prasad's statement, Kumar underscored his amicable demeanor towards leaders from various political spectrums. He clarified that his decision to part ways with the RJD was based on circumstances rather than individual statements.
Bihar's NDA Government Initiates Review of Tejashwi Yadav's Decisions and Those of 2 RJD Ministers
In a directive dated February 16, 2024, issued by the Cabinet Secretariat department under the CM's jurisdiction, officials from the Health, Road Construction, Urban Development, and Housing, and Rural Works departments have been instructed to scrutinize the decisions implemented under the previous grand alliance government in Bihar, all of which were under Tejashwi Yadav's purview.
Nitish Kumar Accuses RJD Leaders of Unlawful Earnings, Vows Investigation
Expressing his disappointment, Nitish Kumar stated, “I was not against anyone and had given respect to them but I was in pain when I learnt that they were earning money. Even though the BJP, which was with us, had never done any kind of mischief, they (RJD) kept all leaders at one place and offered lakhs of rupees to move legislators here and there. Now, I will initiate investigation about how they could obtain money.”
Khela in Bihar: Cross-voting by 3 RJD MLAs as Nitish Kumar proves his govt's majority in Assembly
Nitish Kumar, leader of the Janata Dal (United), didn't mince words, accusing Tejashwi Yadav's party of engaging in corrupt practices, alleging they were enriching themselves at the expense of the state.
Nitish Kumar Reaffirms Permanent Membership in NDA Alliance
After meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President J.P. Nadda, and former Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani, Nitish Kumar reiterated his stance during interactions with the media at Patna airport. He emphasized his loyalty to the NDA and assured that he would not entertain any thoughts of leaving the alliance.
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