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Topic: Nitish Kumar

‘Bharat bandh’ hits normal life in Bihar, situation peaceful in Rajasthan

PTI -
The nation-wide strike call was given by upper caste groups against changes in SC/ST Act, UP remained unaffected.

After kheer remark, BJP’s Bihar ally queers pitch further by meeting NCP leaders

Pragya Kaushika -
Union minister Upendra Kushwaha's recent actions are giving the BJP a headache and fuelling speculation that he may quit the NDA ahead of 2019. 

This ‘kheer’ cooking in Bihar may leave a bad taste in the BJP’s mouth

Kumar Anshuman -
A recent statement by union minister and BJP ally Upendra Kushwaha is being seen as a hint of a possible political realignment in Bihar.

A conscientious Nitish Kumar, and Rahul Gandhi’s Europe tour

Rupanwita Bhattacharjee -
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Lipstick-size pepper spray and a mobile app: What Congress is offering women in Bihar

Kumar Anshuman -
The move is being seen as an attempt to tap into the women vote, which comprises 74 per cent of Bihar's voting population.

One nation, one poll a good idea but not implementable at present: Nitish Kumar

PTI -
The Bihar CM has been advocating for simultaneous polls for state assemblies and Lok Sabha for some time. 

Muzaffarpur rapes reduce JD(U)’s bargaining power in Bihar, it’s advantage BJP now

Kumar Anshuman -
JD(U) leaders view Rajnath’s offer of a CBI probe and  governor’s call for a speedy trial as BJP attempts to corner Nitish.

How BJP won the day in Rajya Sabha — with a little help from Nitish Kumar

Pragya Kaushika -
Sources say Amit Shah convinced Nitish Kumar to seek votes from Shiv Sena and BJD, without which they wouldn’t have won.

Nitish Kumar launches scheme for overall well-being of girl child post Muzaffarpur case

PTI -
Bihar's CM launched an empowerment scheme for girls that promises Rs 54,100 to all girls from their birth to graduation.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar breaks silence, admits shame and guilt over Muzaffarpur tragedy

PTI -
Speaking for the first time since the cases of exploitation came to light, Kumar says institutional reforms are underway.  
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Opinion

Nobel committee, note how Trump allowed Munir to make nuclear threat against India from US soil

Seshadri Chari -
So far, India has responded to his threats with a measured, diplomatic, strategic, and multi-dimensional approach. Now, it needs to react firmly.

India talked big on Russia-Ukraine mediation. Alaska meet offers a window

Dismiss debate on EC functioning as ‘hoo-haa’, then hail India as ‘robust democracy’

Economy

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Mrinalini Dhyani -
Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

Defence

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

Snehesh Alex Philip -
The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

National Interest

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Shekhar Gupta -
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.

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