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Wednesday, June 26, 2024
TopicNitish Kumar

Topic: Nitish Kumar

Portion of a bridge in Bihar’s Bhagalpur collapses again. CM orders probe, BJP alleges ‘corruption’

In April 2022, another portion of the bridge — meant to connect Bhagalpur with Khagaria district — had collapsed. Deputy CM Tejashwi says IIT Roorkee had last yr hinted at 'faulty design'.

Bihar govt’s exploitation of remission policy won’t go unchallenged. Civil servants are united

Nitish Kumar's decision to release convict Anand Mohan Singh could ignite a discussion on reducing state govts' discretion to manipulate prison manuals for narrow political gains.

Former JD(U) heavyweight RCP Singh joins BJP, says Nitish Kumar will be ‘PM’ forever

Singh, who fell out with Kumar after a corruption notice, called him PM or ‘Palti Maar’ — one who frequently changes allegiances.

Bihar caste census stay complicates it for other states. Onus is now on Modi govt to fix it

It is in Union government's hand to resolve the issue of caste-based affirmative action policies and provide a better understanding of India's demographic.

Patna HC stays Nitish govt’s caste survey, says state has ‘no power to carry out census’

HC was hearing pleas challenging Nitish Kumar govt’s decision to conduct caste-based survey in Bihar. It has directed state government to ensure data collected so far is preserved.

Muslims, Yadavs, Paswans—the 26 murderers, rapists released with Anand Mohan in Bihar

Ashok Yadav said he felt like he was getting married again after he walked out of jail. He has gained a VIP status in his village now.

Anand Mohan’s release shapes new Dahi-Chooda coalition in Bihar. Dalits have no space in it

To overcome the fear of Dalits voting for BJP, the RJD-JDU alliance has gone looking for new social coalitions of Yadav-Kurmi-Muslim-Rajput.

Murdered IAS officer Krishnaiah’s wife moves SC against release of Bihar ex-MP Anand Mohan

New Delhi: The wife of slain Gopalganj magistrate G. Krishnaiah moved the Supreme Court Saturday challenging the release of former Bihar MP Anand Mohan,...

Jungle raj vs clean politics — Anand Mohan’s release sets stage for Bihar’s 2024 battle

Nitish Kumar's govt ensuring the release of a murder convict looks like an apparent bid to garner Rajput votes.

Ally CPI(ML), opposition BJP corner Nitish govt on Anand Mohan release, demand similar relief for others

While CPI (ML) is demanding release of 6 supporters convicted under TADA, BJP's Rajiv Pratap Rudi wants ex MP Prabhunath Singh out & Sushil Modi is seeking reprieve for prohibition law flouters.

On Camera

China activates ‘freedom in Tibet’ propaganda triggered by US-Dalai Lama meet in Dharamshala

India has avoided using the so-called Tibet card in the past but even this issue isn't off the table now as New Delhi works with the US to address the China factor.

Noida International Airport, Delhi NCR’s 2nd, delayed. To begin operations by April 2025

According to a statement by the airport, commercial operations likely to begin next year 'in view of the current construction status'. It was supposed to commence operations by 2024 end.

India’s 15-yr quest for anti-tank missile: Israeli Spike, DRDO option, back to US for Javelin talks

Recent high-profile visit was of US National Security Adviser this month during which a number of key issues, including military cooperation, was discussed by both sides.

Modi’s new universe: the normal irritants of democracy & awkward chai with Rahul Gandhi

Changed reality for Modi govt in its 3rd innings is by no means rise of a new phenomenon. It's a return to old normal where even majorities had to routinely wrestle with storied million mutinies.