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Topic: RJD

What’s behind Congress reluctance in declaring Tejashwi Yadav as opposition’s CM face in Bihar

Apparent standoff between INDIA bloc allies RJD & Congress over declaration of CM face comes at a time when they are locked in tense seat-sharing talks for Bihar assembly polls.

Feud in the Lalu clan over Tejashwi’s right-hand man. Sanjay Yadav, RJD’s most powerful outsider

Lalu’s daughter Rohini has spoken out against the growing influence of Tejashwi's political adviser, who he once referred to his 'philosopher, guide & tuition teacher'.

Why Tejashwi is steering clear of SIR in his solo Bihar yatra

‘Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod’, rallying cry of Rahul-Tejashwi’s Voter Adhikar Yatra, still features in RJD leader’s speeches, but not prominently. SIR finds no mention though.

RJD leader Rajkumar Rai shot dead in Patna

According to police, Rai was shot by criminals who were chasing him in an ambush.

‘Rahul overshadowed Tejashwi’—in Bihar, RJD & Congress brace for tough seat-sharing talks

While the allegation of vote theft may have been the Voter Adhikar Yatra's theme, its role in energising Congress cadre has thrown up a fresh challenge for opposition alliance.

Tejashwi Yadav slams EC over missing voters in Bihar, says 50 names added from one household

RJD leader's response came after EC issued him a notice alleging he holds 2 Electoral Photo Identity Cards. A complaint has also been filed at Digha Police Station in Patna.

Tejashwi counters critics by invoking Dhirubhai, Steve Jobs. ‘Gyaan aur shiksha alag cheez hai’

RJD leader says one does not need to be a rocket scientist to build better Bihar but needs vision. BJP, he remarks, did nothing in 20 years so it keeps talking about 'jungle raj’.  

Tejashwi Yadav calls on Speaker for discussion on EC’s SIR in Bihar Assembly

Leader of the Opposition in Bihar alleges attempt through electoral roll revision to 'rob the deprived sections of their right to vote'.

Free electricity to pensions, welfarism race in poll-bound Bihar as Nitish & Tejashwi vie for credit

Soon after CM announces that every household will get 125 units of power free of cost every month, RJD gives credit to Tejashwi Yadav. But, tug of war goes beyond free electricity.

SC declines stay on trial against RJD chief Lalu Yadav in land-for-jobs case

Advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Yadav, sought the stay by contending that there was no prior approval obtained by CBI under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act.

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Bangladeshi Hindus have nowhere to go in the election. Choice is between fear and fear

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has given ticket to a Hindu candidate for the first time and the Bangladesh Nationalist Party has fielded two Hindus. Activists say they are simply paying lip service.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Rafale deal to be inked in 2026, final assembly line in Nagpur, Indian firms to be roped in

The proposed project costing about Rs 3.25 lakh crore will entail procurement of 18 aircraft in fly away condition & the rest made in India with up to 60% indigenous content.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.