Not much progress in INDIA bloc, Congress more interested in State polls: Nitish Kumar
1 year, 2 months ago

Not much progress in INDIA bloc, Congress more interested in State polls: Nitish Kumar

The Hindu  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday blamed the Congress Party for the Opposition bloc Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance losing steam as. The Bharatiya Janata Party took a jibe over Mr. Kumar’s statement and said the INDIA bloc has been a tukde-tukde alliance bereft of any “vision or mission”. In the INDIA coalition, we all had agreed to assign the leading role to the Congress but it appears they will call the next meeting only after the polls in five States,” Mr. Kumar said while addressing the Communist Party of India rally ‘Bhajapa hatao, Desh Bachao‘ in Patna. Mr. Kumar’s remark on the INDIA bloc has come after alliance partners Congress and Samajwadi Party were peeved at each other over seat distribution in the upcoming Madhya Pradesh assembly election. Responding to the criticism, Mr. Kumar said, “Only 12% of the appointed teachers are from outside, and the remaining 88% belong to Bihar itself.” “Is Bihar not part of the country?

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Sanjay Raut’s BIG remark on Congress: ’No communication, dialogue with INDIA bloc allies...’
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5 days, 13 hours ago

Sanjay Raut’s BIG remark on Congress: ’No communication, dialogue with INDIA bloc allies...’

Live Mint  

Shiv Sena leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Friday accepted that there no communication and dialogue among INDIA bloc, which has more than two dozen parties, and blamed Congress for not taking initiative to keep the opposition group intact. Raut said that it was Congress's responsibility to keep the INDIA bloc intact as it was the largest party …

It is Congress’ responsibility to keep INDIA bloc united, says Sanjay Raut
5 days, 18 hours ago

It is Congress’ responsibility to keep INDIA bloc united, says Sanjay Raut

The Hindu  

The dismal performance of the Maha Vikas Aghadi in the Maharashtra Assembly elections has sparked a blame game among the Opposition alliance’s leaders in Maharashtra. Mr. Raut also said that it is the “Congress’ responsibility to keep the INDIA bloc united”. Mr. Raut’s remarks echoed Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s statement of lack of clarity on INDIA bloc …

If Nitish Kumar was made INDIA bloc head, he would not have left: Omar Abdullah
1 month ago

If Nitish Kumar was made INDIA bloc head, he would not have left: Omar Abdullah

India Today  

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said that efforts were made to make Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar the convenor of the INDIA bloc. Speaking at Agenda Aaj Tak, he spoke about key political issues, including the leadership of the INDIA Bloc, Article 370, and relations with Pakistan. On the topic of the India Bloc's leadership, Abdullah …

Who should lead INDIA bloc? RJD chief Lalu Prasad responds after Mamata Banerjee shows interest
1 month ago

Who should lead INDIA bloc? RJD chief Lalu Prasad responds after Mamata Banerjee shows interest

India TV News  

RJD chief Lalu Prasad on Tuesday threw his weight behind West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee to lead the INDIA bloc. Prasad also said if the Congress, a major ally of the INDIA bloc, had any reservations about accepting Banerjee as the leader of the opposition front, it would "not make any difference". Asked about the …

Nitish Kumar skipped NITI Aayog meet over refusal of special category status to Bihar: CPI(ML) Liberation leader
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar skipped NITI Aayog meet over refusal of special category status to Bihar: CPI(ML) Liberation leader

The Hindu  

The Communist Party of India Liberation, a constituent of the INDIA bloc, claimed, that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar skipped the NITI Aayog meeting out of embarrassment over the Centre’s refusal to grant special category status to the State. However, JD leaders were tight-lipped over the absence of Nitish Kumar, the party president, at the NITI Aayog meeting held in …

INDIA bloc is a conglomerate of opportunists and dynasts: Annamalai
6 months, 4 weeks ago

INDIA bloc is a conglomerate of opportunists and dynasts: Annamalai

The Hindu  

BJP Tamil Nadu president K. Annamalai on Sunday described the INDIA bloc as a “conglomerate of opportunists, dynasts, and corrupt” who, despite fighting an election together, did not cross the number of seats that the BJP won independently. Mr. Stalin is currently living in that city through this ‘moral victory’,” Mr. Annamalai posted on X. He further said that Prime …

Those Who Refused To Make Nitish INDIA Bloc's Convenor, Now Making Offer To Make Him PM: KC Tyagi
7 months, 1 week ago

Those Who Refused To Make Nitish INDIA Bloc's Convenor, Now Making Offer To Make Him PM: KC Tyagi

ABP News  

JD's national spokesperson KC Tyagi on Friday said that the INDIA bloc, which "refused" to make Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar its national convenor, is now making offers to make him the prime minister. “Such is the game of politics that those who had refused to make Nitish Kumar INDIA bloc’s national convenor have been now making offers to make …

NDA members will queue up to join INDIA bloc: Congress
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NDA members will queue up to join INDIA bloc: Congress

The Hindu  

A day before the final phase of voting in the 2024 Lok Sabha election, the Congress expressed confidence that “a clear and decisive” mandate for the INDIA bloc will prompt many NDA constituents to join the Opposition alliance. The Congress leaders released a compilation of 272 questions, titled ‘72 Days, 272 Questions, 0 Jawab Bhaag Modi Bhaag’, the party had …

INDIA bloc in 'strong position' after four phases of LS polls; to form next government: Kharge
8 months ago

INDIA bloc in 'strong position' after four phases of LS polls; to form next government: Kharge

New Indian Express  

LUCKNOW: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday asserted that the opposition INDIA bloc is in a strong position after four phases of Lok Sabha polls and that the people of the country are prepared to bid farewell to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. INDIA bloc is going to form the new government on June 4," he said at a joint press …

INDIA bloc formed to save democracy: D.K. Shivakumar
9 months, 1 week ago

INDIA bloc formed to save democracy: D.K. Shivakumar

The Hindu  

Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC president D.K. Shivakumar on Tuesday said that many Opposition political parties from across India had unanimously formed the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance to take on the ruling National Democratic Alliance and safeguard the country’s democratic institutions. Mr. Shivakumar chaired a meeting with leaders of the State units of the Aam Aadmi Party, CPI, and …

DC Edit | Does I.N.D.I.A. bloc have a narrative for voters?
9 months, 4 weeks ago

DC Edit | Does I.N.D.I.A. bloc have a narrative for voters?

Deccan Chronicle  

bloc has gained some traction with its back-to-back rallies — the Jan Vishwas rally in Patna earlier this month and one in Mumbai on Sunday to mark the finale of the Bharat Nyay Jodo Yatra of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi — but it remains a question whether it is sufficient to sustain the Opposition campaign against a formidable electoral opponent …

Congress banks on INDIA arithmetic, poll pitches to spring a big surprise
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Congress banks on INDIA arithmetic, poll pitches to spring a big surprise

Hindustan Times  

The coming elections may see the Congress meet another record. Read Here: Modi, Hindutva, development and welfare pillars of BJP campaign in LS polls The Congress is banking on a number of key factors in its bid to do well in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections that will be held in seven phases starting April 19. Miffed by the slow …

INDIA bloc no longer exists, Nitish Kumar performed last rites, says Congress leader
11 months, 1 week ago

INDIA bloc no longer exists, Nitish Kumar performed last rites, says Congress leader

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam, who, of late, has been criticising some decisions of the party leadership, asserted that the opposition INDIA bloc no longer exists in reality. Referring to the Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar's latest flip-flop, the spiritual leader-politician said that the JD leader performed its last rites in Patna. Krishnam last week met Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

Nitish Kumar says demanded 'another name' for INDIA bloc, attacks Rahul Gandhi
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar says demanded 'another name' for INDIA bloc, attacks Rahul Gandhi

Hindustan Times  

Patna: Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who unexpectedly exited the INDIA bloc last week and joined hands with the Bharatiya Janata Party, on Wednesday said he had urged the Congress and other members of the Opposition's alliance to not name the political group 'Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance or INDIA'. Nitish Kumar also attacked Rahul Gandhi, saying he is trying …

Nitish Kumar does it again: INDIA bloc must re-pitch itself
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar does it again: INDIA bloc must re-pitch itself

Live Mint  

Nitish Kumar has done it again. On Sunday, his Janata Dal dumped the opposition’s “INDIA" grouping barely months before Lok Sabha polls to return to the National Democratic Alliance fold led by the Bharatiya Janata Party. After all, he was one of the prime movers of INDIA, a joint front that began to wobble soon after the Ayodhya temple consecration, …

'Congress grabbing important posts in I.N.D.I.A bloc, weakening regional parties': JDU tells reason for snub
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'Congress grabbing important posts in I.N.D.I.A bloc, weakening regional parties': JDU tells reason for snub

India TV News  

JDU's reason for exit: Launching an all out attack on Congress, former ally Janata Dal leader KC Tyagi on Monday alleged that the grand old party is busy “grabbing important posts” in the Opposition’s I.N.D.I.A bloc and also attempting to “weaken” the regional parties, prompting the JDU to walk out of the grouping. JDU responds to “pre-planned” charge Responding to …

JD(U) blames Congress for INDIA bloc’s collapse in Bihar, targets Rahul
11 months, 2 weeks ago

JD(U) blames Congress for INDIA bloc’s collapse in Bihar, targets Rahul

The Hindu  

The JD on Sunday blamed the Congress for the collapse of the INDIA bloc in Bihar, saying its leaders were interested in strengthening their party and not the Opposition grouping. Tyagi told reporters that a "caucus" within the Congress wanted to capture the INDIA bloc leadership, and its president Mallikarjun Kharge's name was proposed as the chairperson of the grouping …

After Mamata Banerjee, Nitish Kumar snub, INDIA bloc's Lok Sabha poll prospects take early and big hits
11 months, 2 weeks ago

After Mamata Banerjee, Nitish Kumar snub, INDIA bloc's Lok Sabha poll prospects take early and big hits

Hindustan Times  

The Opposition's INDIA bloc, which was formed last year to take on the BJP, appears to be breaking down with several key constituents vowing to contest the Lok Sabha elections alone in their respective states. INDIA bloc's 2024 prospects take early and big hits Before Nitish Kumar quit the INDIA alliance today, Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress, Arvind Kejriwal's AAP and …

DMK Calls Nitish Kumar's BJP Shift a Loss for Party
11 months, 2 weeks ago

DMK Calls Nitish Kumar's BJP Shift a Loss for Party

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's exit from the Mahagathbandhan alliance and consequently the INDIA bloc to align with the BJP is a "loss" for the Saffron party and a "gain" for the opposition alliance, Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK said on Sunday. Reacting to Janata Dal President and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's move, which is being seen as a body …

JD(U) blames Congress bid to steal INDIA bloc leadership for Nitish Kumar's exit
11 months, 2 weeks ago

JD(U) blames Congress bid to steal INDIA bloc leadership for Nitish Kumar's exit

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Janata Dal on Sunday blamed the Congress for Nitish Kumar's exit from the INDIA bloc, saying the party wanted to steal the leadership of the Opposition alliance. “Through a conspiracy, Mamata Banerjee was made to propose Kharge's name as PM face.all other parties have made their own identity by fighting against the Congress.Congress kept dragging the seat …

Nitish Kumar's first reaction after resigning as Bihar CM: ‘INDIA bloc not working’
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar's first reaction after resigning as Bihar CM: ‘INDIA bloc not working’

Hindustan Times  

Tendering his resignation as the Bihar chief minister, Nitish Kumar said on Sunday that the decision to dissolve the ‘mahagathbandhan’ government was taken after observing unprecedented conditions in the coalition. Then Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar Kumar also alleged that the INDIA bloc he spearheaded to take on the BJP was not doing its bit. He further hinted at forming …

'No question of leaving NDA': Nitish Kumar after his record ninth oath as Bihar CM
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'No question of leaving NDA': Nitish Kumar after his record ninth oath as Bihar CM

India TV News  

In a dramatic turn of events, JD president Nitish Kumar, who recently resigned from his post, took the oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a record ninth time. Oath ceremony and cabinet formation Nitish Kumar was sworn in by Governor Rajendra Arlekar at Raj Bhavan after his unexpected resignation citing issues within the Grand Alliance and the I.N.D.I.A …

Congress repeatedly insulted Nitish Kumar, INDIA bloc collapsing: JD(U)'s KC Tyagi
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Congress repeatedly insulted Nitish Kumar, INDIA bloc collapsing: JD(U)'s KC Tyagi

Hindustan Times  

In a significant statement amid the political turmoil in Bihar, Janata Dal 's political adviser and spokesperson KC Tyagi on Saturday accused the Congress of repeatedly "insulting" state chief minister Nitish Kumar. Tyagi claimed that the INDIA bloc is on the verge of collapse and added that Kumar could not see how the INDIA bloc parties could fight the "all-powerful" …

'What alliance? Everybody is leaving': BJP's Dilip Ghosh derides rift in INDIA bloc
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'What alliance? Everybody is leaving': BJP's Dilip Ghosh derides rift in INDIA bloc

India Today  

BJP MP Dilip Ghosh on Saturday mocked the existence of the INDIA bloc referring to the recent announcement by Trinamool Congress supremo and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to go solo in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The BJP MP's fresh dig at the Opposition-led bloc came amid rift in the alliance, which has been aggravated by rumours that …

Stalin calls for unity in INDIA bloc to defeat BJP
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Stalin calls for unity in INDIA bloc to defeat BJP

The Hindu  

Making a strong pitch for unity among the partners of the Opposition INDIA bloc in the face of the fissures in the alliance, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said on Friday that removing the “autocratic” BJP rule at the Centre should be the sole aim of the allies, irrespective of the divergent political situation in different States. Claiming that the BJP …

Will Nitish Kumar quit INDIA bloc? Bihar assembly equation comes into focus
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Nitish Kumar quit INDIA bloc? Bihar assembly equation comes into focus

Hindustan Times  

As uncertainty looms over the future of the coalition government in Bihar with speculations about Nitish Kumar rejoining the BJP-led NDA, the focus has once again shifted to the numbers in the Bihar assembly. The rumors over Nitish getting back with the NDA began on Thursday after RJD supremo Lalu Yadav's daughter Rohini Acharya talked about "changing ideology as the …

Nitish Kumar can be PM candidate if he remains in INDIA bloc: Akhilesh Yadav
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nitish Kumar can be PM candidate if he remains in INDIA bloc: Akhilesh Yadav

Hindustan Times  

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav responded to speculation that Nitish Kumar might join hands with the NDA again, claiming that the Bihar chief minister could become the prime minister if he remains with the INDIA bloc of the Opposition. Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. “Anyone can be considered for the post of Prime Minister, …

INDIA bloc certain to disintegrate in Bihar; good development to follow for NDA: Union Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras
11 months, 3 weeks ago

INDIA bloc certain to disintegrate in Bihar; good development to follow for NDA: Union Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras

The Hindu  

Amid the JD's perceived unhappiness with the Opposition INDIA bloc constituents, a key BJP ally from Bihar on January 20 claimed that the State's ruling combine is "100%" certain to break and a "good development" for the NDA will follow the Ram temple consecration ceremony. Union Minister and Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party leader Pashupati Kumar Paras said differences between Bihar …

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar rejects post of convenor of INDIA bloc, say sources
1 year ago

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar rejects post of convenor of INDIA bloc, say sources

Live Mint  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar rejected the post of convenor of the INDIA bloc, sources told news agency ANI on Saturday. The statement by sources came after INDIA bloc leaders held a virtual meeting on Saturday afternoon to review seat-sharing agenda for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, participation in Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra and other matters related to the alliance. …

Uddhav proposes Nitish Kumar as I.N.D.I.A bloc convener to Mamata, Kejriwal and Pawar
1 year ago

Uddhav proposes Nitish Kumar as I.N.D.I.A bloc convener to Mamata, Kejriwal and Pawar

India TV News  

Lok Sabha elections 2024: Uddhav Thackeray has placed a proposal to make Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar the convenor of the I.N.D.I alliance ahead of Lok Sabha elections this year. The former Maharashtra Chief Minister is holding talks with regional parties of the alliance regarding making Nitish Kumar the convenor of the I.N.D.I bloc. He already held talks with Mamata …

Amid rumours of yet more rift in INDIA bloc, Rahul Gandhi sends feelers to Nitish Kumar
1 year ago

Amid rumours of yet more rift in INDIA bloc, Rahul Gandhi sends feelers to Nitish Kumar

Firstpost  

Gandhi could not speak to the Janata Dal chief since he was in a meeting, but the two are expected to talk later on Friday. Kumar, it is believed did not see eye to eye with INDIA bloc leaders on several issues, including renaming the bloc as ‘Bharat’, at a recent meeting held in New Delhi Congress MP Rahul Gandhi …

I.N.D.I.A bloc's fourth meeting, first after Congress defeat in three states, on December 19 in Delhi
1 year, 1 month ago

I.N.D.I.A bloc's fourth meeting, first after Congress defeat in three states, on December 19 in Delhi

India TV News  

bloc meeting: Days after Congress' defeat in recent assembly elections in three crucial heartland states—Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, the fourth meeting of the Opposition I.N.D.I.A. "The 4th meeting of the leaders of INDIA parties will be held on Tuesday, December 19th, 2023 in New Delhi at 3 pm," said Ramesh in a post on X. The fourth meeting was …

Despite Tension Over Congress Losses, INDIA Bloc Comes Together For Mahua Moitra
1 year, 1 month ago

Despite Tension Over Congress Losses, INDIA Bloc Comes Together For Mahua Moitra

The Quint  

Leaders of opposition parties began making jibes at the Congress soon after the election results. SP’s Akhilesh Yadav, in an event addressing the masses earlier this week said, “Ab parinaam aa gaya hai toh ahankar bhi khatam ho gaya. Aane wale samay mein phir rasta niklega.” Yadav had already had a war of words with Congress ahead of the elections …

'Conceit': Congress slammed by INDIA bloc allies after 3-1 election drubbing
1 year, 1 month ago

'Conceit': Congress slammed by INDIA bloc allies after 3-1 election drubbing

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Faultlines in the Opposition's INDIA bloc became apparent on Sunday after partners blamed the Congress party for its 3-0 drubbing against the Bharatiya Janata Party in Hindi heartland states – Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. National Conference leader Omar Abdullah said INDIA alliance would not be able to win the 2024 general elections "if the situation is like …

Nitish Kumar criticises Congress party for ignoring I.N.D.I. Alliance, says they are only thinking about state elections
1 year, 2 months ago

Nitish Kumar criticises Congress party for ignoring I.N.D.I. Alliance, says they are only thinking about state elections

Op India  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched an attack on Congress in the CPI rally at Patna’s Miller High School on 2 November. The Congress seems to be more interested in the five assembly polls,” in the rally titled ‘Remove BJP, Save India.’ “We are engaged to unite the country, he added.” #WATCH | In Patna, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar says, …

Nitish Kumar says ‘nothing happening’ in INDIA bloc; BJP takes ‘tukde-tukde’ jibe
1 year, 2 months ago

Nitish Kumar says ‘nothing happening’ in INDIA bloc; BJP takes ‘tukde-tukde’ jibe

Hindustan Times  

Patna: Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday provided the BJP ammunition to attack the INDIA bloc with his remark that the Congress was more interested in elections than the alliance. Speaking in Patna, Kumar claimed "nothing much" was happening in the alliance, a bloc of 28 parties formed to counter the BJP juggernaut in the 2024 general elections. Bihar …

‘INDIA Bloc Has No Mission, No Vision’: BJP lampoons Opposition alliance as Nitish Kumar blasts Congress
1 year, 2 months ago

‘INDIA Bloc Has No Mission, No Vision’: BJP lampoons Opposition alliance as Nitish Kumar blasts Congress

Firstpost  

The BJP lampooning came in the wake of statements by Bihar CM Nitish Kumar since Thursday he vented frustration with Congress for ignoring the alliance goals. After Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar lambasted Congress for ignoring INDI Alliance for the sake of the upcoming five state elections, BJP took a dig at the Opposition unity bloc, calling it devoid of …

INDIA bloc's next meeting likely in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh: Report
1 year, 4 months ago

INDIA bloc's next meeting likely in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Opposition-led Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance or I.N.D.I.A. bloc is likely to hold is next meeting in poll-bound Madhya Pradesh, news agency PTI reported citing sources. There was a broad consensus in the alliance's just-concluded meeting that the next congregation be held in Bhopal along with the first joint public rally of leaders of various Opposition parties. During the …

BJP chief attacks INDIA bloc on ‘dynastic politics’
1 year, 4 months ago

BJP chief attacks INDIA bloc on ‘dynastic politics’

Hindustan Times  

Bharatiya Janata Party president JP Nadda on Saturday attacked the newly formed opposition bloc, Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance, accusing its leaders of indulging in “dynastic politics” to take their families forward. BJP president JP Nadda attacks opposition INDIA bloc leaders, accusing them of indulging in ‘dynastic politics’. “The Trinamool Congress is not working for West Bengal’s progress but to …

Nitish Kumar's party says Congress leader should be INDIA convenor: Sources
1 year, 4 months ago

Nitish Kumar's party says Congress leader should be INDIA convenor: Sources

India Today  

The Janata Dal United has suggested that somebody from the Congress party should take on the role of being the national convenor of the INDIA alliance bloc, sources have told India Today TV. JDU made this suggestion after party chief and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said no to becoming the national convenor of INDIA, the source said. Nitish Kumar's …

No desire for myself, wish to bring more parties into INDIA fold: Nitish Kumar
1 year, 4 months ago

No desire for myself, wish to bring more parties into INDIA fold: Nitish Kumar

India Today  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday said that a few more political parties were likely to join the opposition INDIA bloc during its upcoming meeting in Mumbai. The JD leader, who played an instrumental role in bringing together different parties opposed to the BJP, however, did not reveal the names of the likely entrants but said that poll-related modalities …

'I Wasn't Present Because...': Nitish Kumar Dismisses Speculation of Being 'Upset' With Oppn Meet
1 year, 5 months ago

'I Wasn't Present Because...': Nitish Kumar Dismisses Speculation of Being 'Upset' With Oppn Meet

News 18  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar dismissed speculations on Wednesday that he was “upset” over not being appointed as the convener of the new coalition – Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance. Talking to reporters after inaugurating a month-long Malmas Mela’ at Rajgir he said, he was not present at the press meet in Bengaluru following the conclave stating, “I wanted to …

‘Nitish Kumar can’t be upset over small things’: JD-U clarifies on Bengaluru meet
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Nitish Kumar can’t be upset over small things’: JD-U clarifies on Bengaluru meet

Hindustan Times  

PATNA: Janata Dal-United president Rajiv Ranjan aka Lalan Singh on Wednesday rebutted speculation that chief minister Nitish Kumar skipped a joint press conference addressed by opposition leaders and returned to Patna because he was upset about the discussions in Bengaluru. BJanata Dal-United president Rajiv Ranjan aka Lalan Singh said the rumour about Nitish Kumar being upset was being spread by …

'India greater than any person, entity’: Congress leader Sharmistha questions party over coalition name
1 year, 5 months ago

'India greater than any person, entity’: Congress leader Sharmistha questions party over coalition name

India TV News  

INDIA opposition alliance: Congress leader Sharmistha Mukherjee today questioned the need for the joint opposition to call itself ‘INDIA’ for next year's Lok Sabha polls, saying that the nation was ‘much greater’ than any person or entity. Mukherjee, the daughter of late Congress stalwart and former President Pranab, made this observation even as she admitted that ‘INDIA’ was creative and …

CM Nitish to send senior officials to Tamil Nadu to probe ‘attacks’ on Bihar migrants
1 year, 10 months ago

CM Nitish to send senior officials to Tamil Nadu to probe ‘attacks’ on Bihar migrants

The Hindu  

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday decided to send a team of senior State Government officials to Tamil Nadu for looking into allegations of attacks on migrants, which snowballed into a major issue notwithstanding vehement denials by the southern State. The move came even as Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav, while speaking in the State Assembly earlier in the …

'BJP will go below 100 seats if Congress...': Nitish Kumar calls for Oppn unity in 2024 polls
1 year, 10 months ago

'BJP will go below 100 seats if Congress...': Nitish Kumar calls for Oppn unity in 2024 polls

India Today  

The Bharatiya Janta Party’s strength in the Lok Sabha could be dented if the Congress party shape a coalition of like-minded parties at the earliest, said Bihar Chief Minister and JDU chief Nitish Kumar, adding that doing so would wrap up the saffron party with below 100 seats in the General Elections. Suggesting the Congress Party not to lose the …

Nitish Kumar's mission of unity
2 years, 2 months ago

Nitish Kumar's mission of unity

India Today  

Amid the Monday morning bustle of the capital on September 26, a relaxed air pervaded the 6, K. Kamraj Lane bungalow of Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar—his official pad while in Lutyens’ Delhi. The place had been a hubbub of activity just a day earlier as Nitish prepared to accompany Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad Yadav to meet Congress …

JD(U), RJD, Cong, Left & Smaller Parties: How Numbers Stack Up for Nitish Kumar
2 years, 5 months ago

JD(U), RJD, Cong, Left & Smaller Parties: How Numbers Stack Up for Nitish Kumar

The Quint  

In a major political upheaval, the state of Bihar is seeing a tear in its ruling coalition, the National Democratic Alliance. Janata Dal chief Nitish Kumar on Tuesday, 9 August, tendered his resignation as the Bihar chief minister, marking an end to his party's alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party. Meanwhile, the RJD, the Indian National Congress, and the Left …

Nitish Kumar joined hands with BJP at a time when it is pursuing its communal agenda more aggressively: Bihar Congress
6 years, 6 months ago

Nitish Kumar joined hands with BJP at a time when it is pursuing its communal agenda more aggressively: Bihar Congress

India TV News  

The Bihar unit of the Congress party lashed out at the Janata Dal for "blaming" Rahul Gandhi for CM Nitish Kumar's exit from the Grand Alliance. Congress always believed that "communalism posed the biggest threat to the country" and demanded that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar come clean on the issue, said BPCC working president Kaukab Quadri. About speculations that the …

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