PATNA: The five Bihar seats going to polls in the fifth phase of Lok Sabha polls on May 20 will witness new candidates on four seats, and a turncoat trying his luck from the remaining one. In Hajipur (SC) and Saran, RJD chief Lalu Prasads daughter Rohini Acharya and Ram Vilas Paswans son Chirag Paswan face the challenges of protecting their fathers pocket boroughs, respectively. Altogether 80 candidates, including 35 Independents, are in the fray, with three contestants being doctors. In high-profile seat Saran, Rohini Acharya is pitted against BJP MP and former Union minister Rajiv Pratap Rudy. Acharya, who hit the headlines for donating one of her kidneys to her father RJD chief and former chief minister Lalu Prasad, is making her debut in electoral politics. Saran is considered the home ground of Lalu Prasad, who had represented the seat four times before being disqualified after his conviction in cases linked to multi-crore fodder scam in 2013. In 2009, Lalu won after defeating Rudy. In 2014 polls, Rudy emerged victorious after defeating Rohinis mother and former chief minister Rabri Devi. In 2019, Rudy retained the seat by defeating Chandrika Rai, father in-law of Lalus eldest son Tej Pratap and also an influential leader of Yadavs in the region. Saran has an almost equal number of backward Yadav and upper caste Rajput voters. While Yadavs favour RJD candidate, Rajputs vote by and large to BJP candidate. Rudy, however, claimed that his real fight was with Rohinis father Lalu, who is in the fray from behind the scene. In Hajipur (SC) seat, there is a direct contest between Chirag Paswan, chief of Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), and Shiv Chandra Ram of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). For Chirag, it is more important to win election as Hajipur has been karmabhoomi of his father late Ram Vilas Paswan. Senior Paswan had represented the seat eight times before being nominated to the Rajya Sabha. In 2019, Chirags uncle and Ram Vilas younger brother Pashupati Kumar Paras had won by defeating Shiv Chandra Ram of RJD. This time, Chirag decided to contest from Hajipur and fielded his brother in-law Arun Bharti from Jamui from where he was elected in 2014 and 2019. Shiv Chandra, a former state minister, is confident of his victory as Chirag may fall victim of bhitarghat (internal conflict) due to strained relationship with his uncle. Paras, MP from Hajipur, was denied ticket and seat was allotted to Chirags party under seat-sharing arrangements among NDA constituents. Chiv Chandra is also popular among Ravidas community against whom Chirag had made some adverse comments. There is resentment among members of Ravidas community over Chirags remarks, said Pankaj Ram, a resident of Rajapakar in Vaishali district. From Sitamarhi, JD(U) MP Sunil Kumar Pintoo was dropped in favour of Devesh Chandra Thakur, a close confidante of chief minister and JD(U) president Nitish Kumar. Devesh, chairman of Bihar Legislative Council, is contesting election for the first time. He is pitted against former MP and RJD leader Arun Rai. In Madhubani, BJPs Ashok Yadav had won 2019 election by defeating Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) candidate Bardi Kumar Purbey. But this time, INDIA bloc changed its candidate and fielded former Union minister and influential RJD leader Md Ali Ashraf Fatmi, who had earlier unsuccessfully contested Ashoks father and four-time MP Hukumdeo Narayan Yadav. In Muzaffarpur, the contest is between Dr Raj Bhushan Choudhary of BJP and Ajay Kumar Nishad of Congress (read INDIA bloc). Ajay had won in 2019 on BJP ticket but but was denied ticket this time. He joined Congress, which fielded him from Muzaffarpur. Ajay Nishad, a turncoat, was rewarded with ticket by grand old party. While Ajay switched to Congress, Dr Raj Bhushan, who had fought from the seat on VIP ticket in 2019, joined BJP and was subsequently fielded.
Vaishali: Bahubalis hold sway in cradle of democracy
PATNA: Vaishali Lok Sabha constituency, considered the cradle of democracy, is set to witness an electoral battle between a Bahubali (strongman) and wife of a JD (U) MLC known for his muscle power in north Bihar. The seat will go to polls in the sixth phase on May 25. LJP (Ram Vilas) has fielded incumbent MP Veena Devi, wife of JD (U) MLC Dinesh Singh, and RJD has pinned hopes on the muscle power of former MLA Vijay Kumar Shukla alias Munna Shukla. His brother Chotan Shukla was an influential leader of Bihar Peoples Party led by former MP Anand Mohan Singh. Veena is Rajput and Shukla Bhumihar, both politically dominant castes. Veena is facing anti-incumbency and Shukla is using lack of development as a poll issue. The MP is relying on PM Modis popularity and Centres development works. Development is no issue. Caste is the only factor that matters in Vaishali, said Bibhuti Pandey of Bahilwara village in Paroo assembly segment. Bipul Kumar, who runs a grocery shop on Turki-Saraiya road, said he had never seen Veena Devi after she was elected. In 2019, she won due to Modi wave. But this time, she is pitted against a formidable candidate, Kumar added. Murari Pandey claimed that the RJD candidate has a fair chance of getting elected. He is very popular among all castes due to his accessibility while the MP has never visited the constituency after she won the election, he said. Veena had defeated RJD veteran Raghuvansh Prasad Singh in 2019. In 2014, LJPs Rama Kishore Singh, another muscleman, had defeated Raghuvansh, who died in 2020. Raghuvansh, who served as a minister in the Manmohan Singh government, had won from the seat in 1996, 1998, 1999, 2004 and 2009. People used to call him Barham Baba for being easily available. Musclemen or their spouses had tried their luck from Vaishali, believed to be the first republic in the world, in the past too. This seat has also sent women candidates to Lok Sabha many times. Kishori Sinha, wife of former CM Satyendra Narayan Sinha, had represented the seat in 1980 and 1984, and Usha Sinha in 1989. Lovely Anand, wife of muscleman Anand Mohan, had represented the seat after a 1994 bypoll. Veena was comfortably placed in Vaishali constituency until RJD fielded Shukla. Now, it depends how much Shukla will cut into Bhumihar votes (BJPs traditional vote bank) and whether a section of Yadavs vote in favour of NDA candidate under the influence of Modis popularity. Arun Kumar Singh, a retired political science professor of BRA Bihar University in Muzaffarpur, claimed that RJD candidate Shukla would not be able to make a dent into Bhumihar votes as there was an undercurrent in favour of Modi. He said RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav is not a factor in Lok Sabha election as the huge crowds at his public meetings could be due to several other reasons, including a candidates own personal efforts. Tejashwi will be considered only in the assembly election, he added. Political analyst Mahant Rajiv Ranjan Das said a section of Yadavs might vote in favour of NDA candidate as they did it in Lok Sabha elections in the past too. There could also be consolidation of Rajput votes in favour of NDA candidate in case there is any division of Bhumihar votes, Das said.
Giriraj Singh Exudes Confidence in BJP's Victory in Bihar Lok Sabha Elections
Patna: Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Giriraj Singh expressed confidence in the party's victory in Bihar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He stated that the ongoing Lok Sabha election results would come as a shock to opposition leaders. Singh also targeted former Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Lalu Yadav's governance in Bihar, calling him a Nautanki master who deceived the people of the state. Singh affirmed that the country needs Modi, asserting that PM Narendra Modi would secure victory in Bihar. He criticized Lalu Yadav's tenure in 1995, accusing him of deceiving the people. Singh emphasized that the opposition would be surprised when they see the Lok Sabha election results. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking a third consecutive term from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh, filed his nomination papers. As the sitting MP and BJP candidate, PM Modi submitted his nomination papers at Varanasi's magistrate's office. In his address, PM Modi took a swipe at the Congress and the Rashtriya Janata Dal, labeling them slaves of appeasement. He vowed not to allow the looting of reservations for Dalits and backward classes. PM Modi characterized the ongoing Lok Sabha elections as a resolve for a developed India, stating that he was tirelessly working for the year 2047. He claimed that there was a storm in favor of the BJP and NDA across the country. PM Modi highlighted the suffering of the people of Muzaffarpur and Bihar due to Naxalism over decades. He blamed RJD's Jungle Raj for pushing Bihar back several decades. Bihar, with 40 seats, is witnessing polling across all seven phases. In 2019, the BJP-led NDA secured victory by winning 39 out of 40 seats, while the Congress managed to win just one seat. Despite being a formidable force in the state, the RJD failed to win a single seat. CBI Court Grants Permission to Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Reddy for International Travel Rahul Gandhi's Speech at Jhansi Rally: Defending the Constitution and Promising Financial Security for the Poor Apple iOS 17.5 Rolls Out: Discover Dynamic Wallpapers and Improved Privacy!
BJP under PM Modi will sweep Bihar; serve shocker to opposition: Giriraj Singh
BJP under PM Modi will sweep Bihar; serve shocker to opposition: Giriraj Singh Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Giriraj Singh on Tuesday expressed confidence in the party's victory in the state under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that the results of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections will come as a shock to the opposition leaders. The BJP leader also targeted the previous Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Lalu Yadav's governance in Bihar, saying that Nautanki master Lalu Yadav deceived the people of the state. Today, the country needs Modi. I can say with confidence that PM Narendra Modi will win in Bihar. In 1995, 'Nautankai master' Lalu Yadav deceived people. The Opposition will be shocked when it sees the results (of the Lok Sabha elections), said Giriraj Singh. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is seeking a third consecutive term from the constituency and hoping to win with a record margin filed his nomination papers from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh today. PM Modi, the sitting MP and BJP candidate, filed his nomination papers at Varanasi's magistrate's office. Earlier on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a swipe at the Congress and the Rashtriya Janata Dal, calling them slaves of appeasement, saying that he will not allow the reservation of Dalits and backward classes to be looted. The Prime Minister also said that the ongoing Lok Sabha elections are the election of resolve for a developed India, adding that he is working 24/7 for the year 2047. The Prime Minister said that there is a storm in favour of the BJP and NDA in the country. PM Modi further said that the people of Muzaffarpur and Bihar have suffered the wounds of Naxalism for decades and that RJD's Jungle Raj had pushed Bihar back several decades. The 40 seats in Bihar are undergoing polls in all seven phases. In 2019, the BJP-led NDA swept the state by winning 39 out of 40 seats, while Congress won just one seat. RJD, a formidable force in the state, failed to open its account. (ANI)
Will Make Pakistan Wear Bangles, PM Modi in Bihar
MUZAFFARPUR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attacked the opposition INDIA bloc, calling its leaders cowards who were scared of Pakistans nuclear power and asserted that India would make the neighbouring country wear bangles if it was not wearing any. Addressing three back-to-back rallies in Bihars Hajipur, Muzaffarpur and Saran Lok Sabha constituencies, Modi made [] The post Will Make Pakistan Wear Bangles, PM Modi in Bihar appeared first on Kashmir Life .
PM Modi converts roadshow into Varanasi carnival
LUCKNOW/MUZAFFARPUR: It all appeared more of a carnival than a roadshow of a politician. On the eve of Prime Minister Narendra Modis nomination for Lok Sabha election in Varanasi, the city was opulently embellished. As the PM took out a 5-km roadshow, which is expected to have a fallout in many eastern UP constituencies, the focus of the election has clearly shifted from western UP to Purvanchal, passing through the central region after four-phase voting on Monday. Commencing from the BHU crossing, the PMs caravan hit Kashis streets even as the scorching sun showed no signs of mellowing. It culminated at Kashi Vishwanath temple around 8pm. The PM was flanked by CM Yogi Adityanath atop a four-wheeler painted in saffron. As the evening descended, people lined-up on both sides of the roads as the Modi Rath inched on. The chariot was showered with flower petals and amid chants of Har Har Mahadev and Jai Shree Ram. The over 3-hour roadshow began with the beating of damrus, blowing of conch shells, and chanting of mantras. It reverberated with the sound of shehnai played on by the family members of Ustad Bismillah Khan, the recipient of Bharat Ratna. Youths dressed as Lord Shiva also stood along the route while the crowd was continuously chanting Har Har Mahadev. The roadshow followed the route that is said to have been taken by Aadi Shankaracharya 1,200 years ago. Earlier in the day, the PM launched a broadside against the opposition INDIA bloc, calling its leaders cowards who were scared of Pakistans nuclear power. Addressing a rally in Muzaffarpur, the PM said: If Pakistan is not wearing bangles, we will make them wear bangles. They (Pakistan) do not have flour, they do not have electricity, now I have come to know that they even have scarcity of bangles. We must look carefully at the opposition, which is full of cowards and timid people, who give a clean chit to Pakistan on terrorism, he remarked.
PM Modi Slams Opposition, Accuses INDIA Bloc in Bihar Rally
New Delhi/Muzaffarpur/Hajipur/Saran (Bihar) : Reminding Bihar of the jungle raj during the earlier RJD rule in the state and a huge legacy of crime and atrocities, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lashed out at the Opposition INDIA bloc, calling its leaders cowards who were scared of Pakistan's nuclear power, about recent statements by INDIA bloc leaders. Mr Modi addressed three back-to-back rallies in Bihar's Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, and Saran Lok Sabha constituencies. He also recalled the scars of Naxalism faced by Bihar for decades and claimed that previous governments had fostered and exploited Naxalism against its people. Mr Modi, who later held a roadshow in his parliamentary seat in UPs Varanasi, from where he will be filing his nomination on Tuesday, also visited the Patna Sahib gurdwara and performed seva there and served langar. The PM was offered a samman patra from the gurdwara committee and a portrait of Mata Gujri, whom the PM hailed as a beacon of courage and sacrifice. The INDIA bloc seems to have leaders who are scared of Pakistan and have nightmares about its nuclear power If Pakistan does not wear bangles, we will make the country wear these. I knew they did not have food grains. Now, I come to know they do not even have an adequate supply of bangles, said the PM, whose remarks came in the backdrop of comments by National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah about Pakistan having atom bombs and not wearing bangles. But, we must look carefully at the Opposition which seems to be full of cowards and timid people, who give a clean chit to Pakistan on terrorism, raise doubts on surgical strikes their Left allies even want our nuclear arsenal to be dismantled, he said. Maintaining that the INDIA bloc had worked out a formula, which would allow five of its leaders, if the coalition came to power, to enjoy a year of premiership each, Mr. Modi said: Just imagine what type of a mess we would get to see if the bloc's plan to have a different PM, every year, for five years, succeeds. However, they are a motley group that is bound to fail. He asserted that the ongoing elections were for having a government that would give a further boost to the standing and clout enjoyed by the country. Asserting that money recovered in raids against politicians belonged to the countrys poor, the PM said: I will tell you why they are crying hoarse against the action of agencies like the ED. During the previous Congress regime, the ED seized only Rs 35 lakhs, which could be contained in a school bag. Ever since we took over, the agency has recovered Rs 2,200 crores, which would require 70 small trucks to be carried. The Prime Minister said unlike his opponents, who were concerned about promoting their offspring, I have no waaris (successor). The common people are my waaris. He reiterated the charge that parties like the Congress and the RJD will give away reservations to Muslims to pursue their vote bank politics, but added that as long as I am alive, I will not let this happen. Kidnapping and extortion flourished during RJD rule in Bihar the NDA fights for social justice, 60 per cent Union ministers from OBC/SC/ST categories, he asserted. It has been several days since I challenged the Congress-led Opposition to give it in writing that it will not give reservations on religious lines. They are yet to respond, Mr Modi said. The PM also alleged that the Opposition had plans to impose an inheritance tax but Modi would stand like a wall in their way, thwarting attempts to rob people of their wealth. He accused the Opposition parties of deliberately hurting people's sentiments by making obnoxious statements about the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Targeting RJD leaders Lalu Prasad Yadav and his son and heir apparent Tejashwi Yadav, mentioning neither by name, Mr. Modi referred to the fodder scam, the land for jobs scam and attempts to take credit for work done by our ally (chief minister and JD-U president) Nitish Kumar. Speaking on a day when the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections was underway, he urged the people to turn out in large numbers and vote for the NDA to enable the formation of a strong government. In his speech, Mr. Modi also touched upon his government's track record on development, citing the construction of highways at a rapid rate and underscoring commitment to social justice and empowerment, while accusing the Opposition of trying to put hurdles in the way of measures like women's reservations.
Opposition Leaders Fear Nuclear-Armed Pakistan, Says PM Modi
New Delhi, May 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed opposition politicians for expressing apprehension over Pakistan's nuclear capabilities at an election rally in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Without naming the National Conference leader in question, Modi said the United Progressive Alliance appears uneasy regarding Pakistan's atomic weapons stockpile. Modi's remarks come after comments were made doubting Pakistan's [] The post Opposition Leaders Fear Nuclear-Armed Pakistan, Says PM Modi appeared first on Northlines .
PM Modi Alleges INDIA Alliance Undermining National Interests
In Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized leaders of the INDIA bloc for their recent comments, suggesting that they had taken money to speak against India. He specifically mentioned remarks made by Farooq Abdullah, Mani Shankar Aiyar, and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, implying that they were undermining India's interests. Speaking at a rally in Muzaffarpur, PM Modi expressed concerns about the opposition, stating, These individuals seem so fearful that they envision Pakistan's threats even in their sleep. Can such leaders govern our nation effectively? They make remarks like, 'Pakistan hasn't worn bangles, we will make them wear it.' They lack basic necessities like electricity, and now we're unsure if they even have bangles. Some are absolving the accused of the 26/11 attacks, questioning surgical and air strikes, and aiming to weaken our nuclear capabilities. It appears as if the INDIA alliance is working against India's interests. Can we trust them to make decisions for our country? Without naming Abdullah, PM Modi highlighted Pakistan's economic challenges, emphasizing the favorable momentum for the BJP and NDA in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. He remarked, As the fourth phase of elections proceeds, there's a strong wave in favor of BJP and NDA. Everywhere I go, I hear the same chant, 'Once Again, Modi Government.' This election determines our future, and our nation doesn't desire an ineffectual and unstable government like Congress. PM Modi also addressed the long-standing issue of naxalism in Bihar, noting the suffering endured by the people of Muzaffarpur and Bihar. He attributed past governance to nurturing naxalism and its adverse impact on Bihar's industries and businesses. The Prime Minister criticized the previous Jungle Raj led by RJD, asserting that it regressed Bihar significantly. He credited the NDA government for restoring law and order and reducing naxalism in the state. PM Modi highlighted the reduction in the cost of LED bulbs during his tenure compared to the Congress regime. He introduced schemes like the PM Suryaghar Free Electricity Scheme, aiming to alleviate electricity expenses for households by providing subsidies for solar panel installations. Previously, Congress' Mani Shankar Aiyar had sparked controversy with his remarks on Pakistan's nuclear capabilities, while Telangana Chief Minister Revnath Reddy questioned the Pulwama terror attack and retaliatory airstrikes. The ongoing Lok Sabha polls in Bihar, covering 40 seats in seven phases, witnessed BJP-led NDA's dominance in the 2019 elections, winning 39 out of 40 seats. The opposition Mahagathbandhan, comprising RJD, Congress, and Left parties, announced RJD's candidacy for 26 seats, while BJP and JD(U) are contesting on 17 and 16 seats, respectively. PM Modi's Visit to Gurudwara Patna Sahib: Prayers and Langar Service Before Poll Rallies PM Modi Asserts '400-Plus' Seats Achievable, Not Just Rhetoric Pushkar Singh Dhami Praises PM Modi's Leadership During Lucknow Campaign
'Baap Dada Ki Kamai Khanewale': PM takes jibe at Tejashwi Yadav during Bihar election rally
HAJIPUR (BIHAR): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched a blistering attack on RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav for his allegation against him on employment by commenting that those dependent on their fathers wealth were unaware of employment and job creation. Addressing an election rally at Kutubpur in Hajipur Lok Sabha constituency from where LJP (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan is contesting election, Modi sought to hit hard on former deputy chief minister Tejashwi for his repeated accusations against his government on the issue of employment. Baap Dada Ki Kamai Khane Wale Ko Rozgar Ka Pata Nahin, he remarked. Tejashwi who is trying hard to brighten electoral prospects of both RJD and the opposition INDIA bloc in the election, claims how he succeeded in providing five lakh government jobs to youths when his party was in power for 17 months last time. His party's election manifesto also promises one crore jobs if INDIA forms the government at the centre. Modi said that the country's economy was growing fast, creating jobs in various sectors like railway, road, fertilizer and thermal power and various infrastructure projects. Alleging that RJD would abolish women's reservation in Lok Sabha and state assemblies if INDIA was voted to power, the PM said that his government ensured for 33 percent reservation for women under the bill. He, while obliquely referring to the past instances of RJD MPs tearing copies of the bill in the Parliament, said that RJD and Congress and RJD could only increase migration from the state. How could Centre determine Hindu, Muslim population without even conducting Census: Tejashwi Yadav While referring to Enforcement Directorate (ED) seizing heaps of currency notes from the houses of leaders, PM Modi said that the central agency had seized Rs 22000 crore from the premises of corrupt people which would require 70 small trucks to be carried. On the other hand, the agency had seized only Rs 35 lakh when the UPA was in power at the centre, he added. Modi vowed to continue with his governments crackdown on corruption, notwithstanding allegations of misuse of central agencies against the Opposition. He said the money recovered in raids belonged to the countrys poor. Referring to Opposition leaders allegations that PM Modi had no waaris (successor), he said that they were promoting their offspring but 'I have no waaris' to promote. The common people are my waaris, he told the gathering. Talking about the Oppositions repeated accusations against BJP that it was planning to abolish reservation if voted to power, Modi said, As long as I am alive, I will not let this happen. He, however, alleged that Opposition would give reservations to Muslims to pursue their vote bank politics. The PM also accused the Opposition parties of deliberately hurting peoples sentiments by making obnoxious statements about the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Earlier in the morning, he participated in serving Langar at Patna Sahib Gurudwara. Modi also visited Sri Harmindir Ji Patna Sahib on Monday before leaving for Hajipur, Muzaffarpur and Saran to address election rallies. BJP manifesto ignores unemployment, issues concerning farmers, inflation: Tejashwi Yadav
INDIA bloc leaders scared of Pakistan's nuclear power: PM Modi
MUZAFFARPUR/HAJIPUR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lashed out at the opposition INDIA bloc, calling its leaders cowards who were scared of Pakistan's nuclear power. Addressing an election rally in Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha constituency of Bihar, Modi made an apparent reference to a recent statement of National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah, without mentioning him by name. The INDIA bloc seems to have leaders who are scared of Pakistan and have nightmares of its nuclear power, he said. The remarks come in the backdrop of comments by Abdullah about Pakistan having atom bombs and not wearing bangles. If Pakistan does not wear bangles, we will make the country wear these. I knew they did not have food grains. Now, I come to know they do not even have adequate supply of bangles, the PM said. But, we must look carefully at the opposition which seems to be full of cowards and timid people, who give a clean chit to Pakistan on terrorism, raise doubts on surgical strikes their Left allies even want our nuclear arsenal to be dismantled, he said. Earlier, addressing an election rally in Hajipur Lok Sabha constituency, Modi said the money recovered in raids against politicians 'belonged to the country's poor'. I will tell you why they are crying hoarse against the action of agencies like the ED. During the previous Congress regime, the ED seized only Rs 35 lakh, which could be contained in a school bag. Ever since we took over, the agency has recovered Rs 2,200 crore, which would require 70 small trucks to be carried, said the PM. Modi said unlike his opponents, who were concerned about promoting their offspring, I have no 'waaris' (successor). The common people are my 'waaris'. He reiterated the charge that parties like the Congress and RJD, which 'allowed extortion and kidnapping to flourish' while in power, will 'give away reservations' to Muslims 'to pursue their vote bank politics', but added that as long as I am alive, I will not let this happen. Kidnapping and extortion flourished during the RJD rule in Bihar...NDA fights for social justice, 60 per cent Union ministers from OBC/SC/ST categories, he asserted. Modi's roadshow draws enthusiastic crowds, first by a PM in Bihar's capital The prime minister also accused the opposition parties of deliberately hurting people's sentiments by making obnoxious statements about the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Speaking on a day when the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections were underway, he urged the people to turn out in large numbers and vote for the NDA to enable formation of a strong government. In his speech, Modi also touched upon his government's track record on development, citing construction of highways at a rapid rate and underscoring commitment to social justice and empowerment, while accusing the opposition of trying to put hurdles in the way of measures like women's reservations. Fondly recalling late Ram Vilas Paswan, his former cabinet colleague, whose son Chirag is contesting from Hajipur, Modi called upon people to vote for the young leader and ensure his victory with a margin that could beat his father's record-breaking wins. LS Polls Phase 4 | LIVE updates | Violence breaks out in several parts in West Bengal; TMC, BJP clash in Durgapur
INDI alliance ne India ke khilaf supari li hai, PM Modi attacks pro-Pak comments by Congress leaders
Addressing an election rally in Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha constituency of Bihar, Modi made an apparent reference to a recent statement of National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah, without mentioning him by name. The INDIA bloc seems to have leaders who are scared of Pakistan and have nightmares of its nuclear power, he said.
INDIA Bloc Leaders Scared Of Pakistans Nuclear Power: PM Modi
MUZAFFARPUR/HAJIPUR (BIHAR): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lashed out at the opposition INDIA bloc, calling its leaders cowards who were scared of Pakistans nuclear power. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing an election rally in Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha constituency of Bihar, Modi made an apparent reference to a recent statement of National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah, without mentioning him by name. The INDIA bloc seems to have leaders who are scared of Pakistan and have nightmares of [] The post INDIA Bloc Leaders Scared Of Pakistans Nuclear Power: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi: Nationwide 'Whirlwind' of Support for NDA; RJD, Congress Face Crushing Defeat in Bihar
PM Modi: Nationwide 'Whirlwind' of Support for NDA; RJD, Congress Face Crushing Defeat in Bihar There is 'aandhi' in favour of NDA across country, RJD, Cong will face humiliating defeat in Bihar: PM Modi in Muzaffarpur.
Patna Enchanted by Modi's Unprecedented Roadshow, Setting a New Milestone for Bihar's Capital
Patna Enchanted by Modi's Unprecedented Roadshow, Setting a New Milestone for Bihar's Capital The capital of Bihar stood in thrall to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday when the charismatic leader held a spectacular roadshow in Patna in the thick of Lok Sabha elections. A distance of about a kilometre and a half was covered by the prime minister, who stood atop a vehicle painted in the hue of saffron and bedecked with flowers and images of the leader and cutouts of the lotus, the BJPs poll symbol. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, whose JD(U) is an NDA partner, Deputy CM and state BJP president Samrat Choudhary and local MP Ravi Shankar Prasad were perched beside Modi as he waved at the euphoric crowds shrieking with joy from beyond iron barricades put up by security personnel. The BJP, which depends heavily on the prime ministers persona in elections, had demonstrably worked hard to make The Modi Show, the name given to the Patna event, a grand success. The vehicle, on which the leader stood, followed a swarm of women supporters, dressed in saffron saris with turbans of the same shade on their heads, besides badges inscribed with the lotus pinned on their dresses. Known for his ability to strike a rapport with the common people, Modi waved at the citizens, many of them standing on balconies or beside windows of their houses, which were decorated with mini bulbs and flowers to welcome the leader. On the streets, many bystanders furiously clicked on their mobile phones to capture the momentous occasion, while others stood waving placards and banners with slogans in praise of the PM. Modi, who became the first prime minister to have held a roadshow anywhere in Bihar, charmed the citizens with his humility when he bowed down with folded hands to greet groups of priests who stood on either side of the road, performing an aarati in the honour of the devout leader. The PM arrived here in the evening, after a day of gruelling poll campaign in the adjoining state of West Bengal, and was greeted at the airport by leaders like Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha, assembly Speaker Nand Kishore Yadav and the BJPs state general secretary in charge Bhikhu Bhai Dalsania. The PM drove straight to Bhattacharjee Road, the point of commencement of the roadshow which concluded at Udyog Bhavan, a stones throw from the historic Gandhi Maidan where Modi delivered his famous maiden speech in Bihar more than eight years ago, unfazed by bombs going off at the venue. Chants of mantras and blowing of conch shells reverberated through the landscape as the PM climbed atop the vehicle, which party supporters called a rath, a veritable chariot that would propel the BJP-led NDA towards electoral victory. People from various faiths seemed to have come out on the streets to welcome the PM, with many burqa-clad women spotted among the citizens, joining the chorus of Jai Shri Ram. Many onlookers also flashed their phone lights, obviously drawing inspiration from rallies of Modi where he has been known to make people do the same by way of showing solidarity. The roadshow, just a day ahead of third phase of voting, marks yet another episode in the PMs intensive campaign in the state, where he has so far addressed seven election rallies. After retiring for the night at the Raj Bhavan, Modi is scheduled to pay a visit to the famous Sikh shrine Takht Harmandir Patna Sahib before addressing rallies in Hajipur, Muzaffarpur and Saran, which go to polls in the subsequent phase.
Congress claims Mallikarjun Kharge`s helicopter checked in Bihar
Kharge on Saturday addressed back-to-back Lok Sabha elections 2024 rallies in Samastipur and Muzaffarpur in the state
Cong Claims Kharges Helicopter Checked In Bihar, Says Poll Officials Targeting Oppn Leaders
NEW DELHI, May 12: Opposition leaders are being targeted by poll officials, the Congress alleged on Sunday, claiming that while its chief Mallikarjun Kharges helicopter was checked in Bihars Samastipur, leaders of the BJP-led NDA were being allowed to move freely. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Kharge on Saturday addressed back-to-back Lok Sabha election rallies in Samastipur and Muzaffarpur in the state. Congress leader Rahul Gandhis helicopter was checked in Kerala and, now, party president Kharges has been [] The post Cong Claims Kharges Helicopter Checked In Bihar, Says Poll Officials Targeting Oppn Leaders appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kharges helicopter checked, officials targeting oppn leaders:
New Delhi: Opposition leaders are being targeted by poll officials, the Congress alleged on Sunday, claiming that while its chief Mallikarjun Kharges helicopter was checked in Bihars Samastipur, leaders of the BJP-led NDA were being allowed to move freely. Kharge on Saturday addressed back-to-back Lok Sabha election rallies in Samastipur and Muzaffarpur in the state. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Modi to Embark on Two-Day Bihar Itinerary, Including Roadshow and Three Public Rallies
Modi to Embark on Two-Day Bihar Itinerary, Including Roadshow and Three Public Rallies Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a roadshow in Patna on Sunday evening, followed by three election rallies elsewhere in Bihar, a day later. This is the first political visit to the state capital by the prime minister since the March 2009 rally at the historic Gandhi Maidan. He was on an official visit here a couple of years ago for a function held by the Bihar Assembly. Foolproof security arrangements are in place across the city. There will be a complete ban on flying drones in any locality and plying of vehicles will remain suspended on the roadshow route, Senior Superintendent of Police Rajeev Mishra told PTI. The roadshow will commence at the Income Tax office roundabout, situated a few hundred metres from the state BJP headquarters, and conclude at Udyog Bhavan in the vicinity of Gandhi Maidan, passing through crowded localities like Fraser Road, Exhibition Road, Kadam Kuan and Sahitya Sammelan. Barricades have been erected on both sides of the road along the route and commercial establishments, which are aplenty in the area, are likely to remain closed, even as the SSP said forces would be deployed on rooftops of many buildings to keep a tight vigil. The BJP is predictably enthused by the prime ministers blitzkrieg that comes just a day ahead of the fourth phase of polling elsewhere in the state, with three more still to go. Posters and billboards urging the people to turn up for The Modi Show have been put up at various points. The people of the city are known for their immense affection for the prime minister. We request them to welcome Modi, the first PM to hold a roadshow in Bihar, by decorating their houses with flowers, said Ravi Shankar Prasad, a former Union minister and the local BJP MP, seeking re-election from Patna Sahib seat. Prasad also hit the streets late Saturday evening, along with Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and state BJP president Samrat Choudhary, among others, to take stock of the preparedness for the roadshow. Ram Kripal Yadav, who represents the adjoining constituency of Patliputra, covering rural Patna, said, I may be the MP of Patliputra but I am a voter of Patna Sahib. The prime ministers visit to the city is a matter of pride for me. After the roadshow, the Prime Minister is scheduled to retire for the night at the Raj Bhavan. On Monday, he is scheduled to visit Takht Harmandir, the famous Sikh shrine situated in the old city area, where Guru Gobind Singh was born and spent his childhood. He will, thereafter, hit the campaign trail and address election rallies in Hajipur, where BJP ally Chirag Paswan is in the fray, besides Muzaffarpur and Saran, which is witnessing a heated contest between saffron party veteran Rajiv Pratap Rudy and Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD president Lalu Prasad. Modi has already held as many as seven election rallies in the state where the total number of Lok Sabha seats is 40.
PM Modi's Speeches Feature Congress and Gandhi Family More Prominently than Lord Ram, Alleges Kharge in Bihar PM takes names of Congress, Gandhi family more than that of Lord Ram: Kharge in Bihar's Muzaffarpur.
Man held in Muzaffarpur for issuing threats to Nupur Sharma, right wing leader
Man held in Muzaffarpur for issuing threats to Nupur Sharma, right wing leader Patna: In a joint operation, Surat and Muzaffarpur Police have arrested an accused for threatening the former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma and a right wing leader named Updesh Rana on Friday. The accused was identified as Mohammad Shahnawaz Ali, a native [] The post Man held in Muzaffarpur for issuing threats to Nupur Sharma, right wing leader appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Man spying for Pakistan held, Hyderabad firm probed
Hyderabad: An engineer working for a company in Hyderabad that makes parts for missiles and drones was arrested in Bharuch, Gujarat. Hes accused of spying for Pakistan by collecting secret information about Indias military and sharing it with them. The engineer, Pravin Mishra, lives in Ankleshwar, Bharuch, but is originally from Muzaffarpur, Bihar. The investigation Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Patna Suffers from Alarming Air Pollution Levels
Patna Suffers from Alarming Air Pollution Levels Patna was the second most polluted city in India on Sunday, recording an air quality index (AQI) of 316, which is classified as 'very poor'. Other cities in the state that recorded 'poor' AQI are Siwan (282), Muzaffarpur (233), Hajipur (232) and Bettiah (221). Greater Noida in UP was the most polluted city in the country with an AQI of 346, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) bulletin at 4 pm. 'Very poor' air quality causes respiratory illness on prolonged exposure, according to the CPCB. AQI is an assessment of air quality that takes into account pollutants, including PM 2.5 -- particulate matter less than 2.5 microns, and PM 10. Bihar State Pollution Control Board (BSPCB) chairman Devendra Kumar Shukla told PTI, ''It is true that the air quality has deteriorated in certain cities of the state. It is because of low wind speed, ongoing construction activities without following pollution control measures and recent fire incidents in Patna and surrounding areas.'' He said civic bodies will have to start sprinkling water to check the deteriorating AQI in the state capital. ''Rain will certainly bring some immediate relief. The BSPCB will soon intensify its drive to check deteriorating AQI levels in certain cities of the state,'' he added.
New Vande Bharat trains will be run from Muzaffarpur, Patna, Jaynagar to Delhi, in which there will also be a sleeper version on one route. New Amrit Bharat will also run from Raxaul to Delhi and Vande Bharat will run from Saharsa to Howrah route. New Vande Bharat: Bihar is soon going to get Vande [] The post New Vande Bharat: This state will get new Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat trains, check route and other details first appeared on informalnewz .
New Vande Bharat Express will run from these 2 cities to Delhi, route will be announced soon
Vande Bharat Express: Railway officials say that the operation of Vande Bharat will save five to six hours of time in traveling from Muzaffarpur to Delhi. At present, the superfast train takes about 18 hours. Vande Bharat Express Train: Railway Board can start operating Vande Bharat Train anytime after June 15 from Muzaffarpur and Jaynagar [] The post New Vande Bharat Express will run from these 2 cities to Delhi, route will be announced soon first appeared on informalnewz .
The weekly Tirhut Express and Muzaffarpur-Howrah Jansadharan Express running between Muzaffarpur and Kolkata will be renamed as Amrit Bharat Train. Its preparation was going on for two years but Chennai Coach Factory has increased the production, hence this train will be run for the convenience of the passengers. Regarding its preparation, Sonpur DRM has given [] The post Amrit Bharat Train: Two new Amrit Bharat trains will run on this route, check route and other details first appeared on informalnewz .
BJP-NDA is poised for a resounding victory in Bihar under Modis leadership: Nadda
Araria/Muzaffarpur, May 2 (UNI) BJP-NDA is poised for a resounding victory in Bihar under the steadfast leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claimed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), National President J.P Nadda and emphasised that while the BJP stood for service and good governance, the RJD and Congress symbolised corruption, misrule, and dynastic politics. While addressing... The post BJP-NDA is poised for a resounding victory in Bihar under Modis leadership: Nadda first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
Court Dismisses Anticipatory Bail Request of RJD LS Candidate Vijay Kumar Shukla in Land Seizure Case A court in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district has dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of Vijay Kumar Shukla alias Munna Shukla, the RJD candidate from Vaishali Lok Sabha seat, in a case of alleged land grab. Shukla had moved the anticipatory bail petition on April 3 in the case wherein his wife Annu Shukla, a former MLA from Lalganj, is also an accused along with three others. A case of alleged land grab was registered against Shukla, also a former JD(U) MLA, and others by the Sadar police station (Muzaffarpur) in August 2023, following a directive by a local court. The court had issued the directive on the basis of a complaint filed by an aggrieved party. It was alleged in the complaint that the accused grabbed the land on the National Highway connecting Muzaffarpur and Hajipur on the basis of forged documents. Talking to PTI, Sushil Kumar, lawyer of Shukla, said, ''The anticipatory bail plea of my client in the case was rejected by the court of Additional District Judge-5 (Muzaffarpur) after hearing on the matter on Friday. We will challenge this order in the competent court.'' Shukla, who recently joined RJD and is contesting Lok Sabha polls from Vaishali as the nominee of the 'Grand Alliance', told PTI on Sunday, ''The case against me is a conspiracy to malign my image. I have full faith in the judiciary. I will challenge this order of the court before the high court.'' Shukla is pitted against Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas)'s Veena Devi. The Chirag Paswan-led Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is an alliance partner of the NDA in Bihar. Vaishali along with Valmiki Nagar, Paschim Champaran, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Gopalganj, Siwan and Maharajganj will go for polls on May 25.
Lok Sabha election: Katihar set to witness direct fight between Congress, JDU; people to vote for all-round development The Katihar Lok Sabha seat is all set to go to polls on Friday along with four other seats -- Kishanganj, Purnia, Bhagalpur and Banka -- in Bihar with the Congress and the JDU locking horns in the constituency. Under the Mahagathbandhan (grand alliance) seat sharing arrangement in the State, of a total 40 parliamentary seats, Congress will contest on nine while alliance partner Rashtriya Janata Dal on 26 and three Left parties on five seats. Congress has fielded senior party leader Tariq Anwar from the seat while the JD (U), a party that is part of NDA has re-nominated Dulal Chand Goswami. Under the Mahagathbandhan coalition, the Congress in Bihar is contesting on nine seats: Kishanganj, Katihar, Bhagalpur, West Champaran, Samastipur (reserved), Muzaffarpur, Sasaram (reserved), Maharajganj, and Patna Sahib. There are six assembly segments in Katihar in which the Congress and BJP won two each and the JDU and CPI (ML) won one seat each. The CPI (ML) is part of the opposition INDIA bloc and the Congress is banking on its support to reclaim Katihar. In 2019, JDU leader Dulal Chandra Goswami won the Katihar seat for the first time, defeating the Congress veteran Tariq Anwar, who had won the seat five times in the past. The Congress has not won this seat since 1999. In 2014, Anwar won this seat on an NCP ticket. The BJP has won the seat thrice from 1999 to 2009. Meanwhile, as the political parties in the fray have centred their canvassing around issues that directly impact the lives of the poor and issues of basic needs, all round development of the region has emerged as a major concern for the people of Katihar and they are looking for a candidate who will work for their welfare. In Katihar, there is anger against the sitting MP, Dulal Chandra Goswami, even as a group of voters said they would be voting for PM Modi. A local resident said that the people of Katihar are struggling to fulfil their basic needs. There are several schemes including Pradhanmantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana which have not been implemented at the ground level and we want an MP who will implement these initiatives of the Centre. Today's youths are addicted to narcotic drugs. The government should take strict action against narcotic drugs. There are several rehab centres which indicate that there is rampant drug addiction in the whole Seemanchal area of Bihar, he said. He said there is no facility of pay the electricity bill in Katihar as its counter has been shifted to Barnasia. There are over 50,000 customers and most of them do not use online-payment method. People do faces challenges to pay their bills. There is lack of basic facilities, such as road, electricity and education. We are struggling with all these. For health, they have built a 100-bedded hospital but there is lack of doctors. Why the doctors in the government are not turning up? he added. Ravi Kumar, another resident of Katihar said that the region needs an MP with a vision for next 25 years. We need an MP with a vision for next 25 years. We need a young representative and no party has fielded any such candidate, he said. Kumar, while listing the issues being faced by the people there said that Katihar, since independence has been failing to elect an MP who can think about all round development of the constituency. We do not face only one problem but the whole Katihar is trapped with the problems. We could not get a single MP from Katihar since the independence who thought about the all road development of Katihar. People do not get food by building TV towers. They boast of works done in the railway sector. There is nothing to boast about this as footfall at the Katihar station is so high that the development at the railway stations are needed, he said. Anil Kumar Gupta also expressed similar sentiments and said that the MPs go missing after elections. He, however, expressed his hope for a change of representative. No development has been done in whole Bihar. Our sugar mill is closed for years; nobody gives any attention to that. Electricity is also huge problem for people. The MP is on road now a day, but goes missing after elections. Most of the people even do not know the name of our MP. I need change for development like other states, he added. Meanwhile, another local, Abhishek Kumar said that after all the odds against the JD(U) candidate, he will vote for him as he wants Prime Minister Narendra Modi to assume the office for the third time. Development has been done but not to the extent which is needed for the constituency. The road and over-bridges have been built, but it was all because of the Centre. I am BJP supporter and will vote for it, but I am not happy with the JD(U) candidate due to his works done in the last five years. I will vote in the name of Modi, Kumar added. (ANI)
A cop of the Railway Protection Force was burnt alive as the fire fighting device exploded while he was dousing the flames in a sleeper coach of Balsad-Muzaffarpur Express at Muzaffarpur railway station under East Central Railways on Monday.
Railway Cop Dies While Controlling Smoke Billowing From Empty Train Coach
A constable of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) died allegedly while controlling smoke billowing out from an empty coach of a train at Muzaffarpur railway station here on Monday, officials said.
Tragic Loss: RPF Constable Sacrifices Life While Quelling Fire in Empty Train Coach in Muzaffarpur
Tragic Loss: RPF Constable Sacrifices Life While Quelling Fire in Empty Train Coach in Muzaffarpur A constable of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) died allegedly while controlling smoke billowing out from an empty coach of a train at Muzaffarpur railway station here on Monday, officials said. The deceased RPF constable has been identified as Vinod Yadav. CPRO of East Central Railway Birendra Kumar told PTI, ''Prima facie it appears that the incident took place when the victim noticed smoke billowing out from a coach of the empty Valsad-Muzaffarpur train at Muzaffarpur railway station at around 7 am. Preliminary inputs from the site suggest that he immediately picked up a fire extinguisher.the moment he tried to open the extinguisher, it burst outthis caused him severe injuries.'' The entire train was empty when the incident took place, the CPRO said, adding the train had terminated at Muzaffarpur railway station. ''It was not a fire. It was only smoke billowing out from the coach. The injured RPF constable was immediately taken to the nearest hospital. He succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at the hospital. The smoke coming out from the empty coach was immediately brought under control. The exact cause of the incident can be known only after a thorough probe. An inquiry will be ordered to ascertain the cause of incident'', he said. Talking to reporters at Muzaffarpur railway station, Amresh Kumar (IG-Rail), said, ''It is a very tragic incident. The exact cause of the incident can be known after completion of the inquiry. All evidence collected from the site has been sent for forensic examination''.
NHAI Identifies 33 Highway Stretches For Monetisation Through ToT/InvIT Modes
The identified stretches include Lucknow-Aligarh, Kanpur-Ayodhya-Gorakhpur, and Bareilly-Sitapur in Uttar Pradesh, Gurugram-Kotputli-Jaipur bypass and Jaipur-Kishangarh in Rajasthan, Panikoili-Rimuli in Odisha, Chennai bypass in Tamil Nadu, and Muzaffarpur-Darbhanga-Purnia highway in Bihar.
A division bench of the Apex Court headed by Justice Bela Trivedi and Justice Pankaj Mithal passed the orders over a Special Leave Petition (SLP) by the family of Usha Sinha, former Union Minister, and her sons for the modification of the Patna High Court order dated February 26
Modi govt gave Bihar raw deal: Cong
Modi govt gave Bihar raw deal: Cong The Congress attacked the Modi government on Tuesday over key issues of Bihar, and asked why has the state not been granted special category status as promised. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh hit out at the prime minister ahead of his poll rallies in Bihar. ''Today's questions for PM Modi as he heads to Bihar: Why hasn't Bihar been granted Special Category Status as the PM had promised?'' Ramesh said on X. When will the Modi government address the flooding of the Kosi river and what happened to the airports that the PM promised, he asked. ''Jumla details below: After 10 years in power at the Centre, and 15 years in power in Bihar, why has the Modi Sarkar failed to deliver Special Category Status in the state? As per the Centre's own Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) Report, Bihar ranked as the poorest state in India, and 52% of the state's population lacks access to requisite health, education and living standards,'' Ramesh said. In 2013, the Raghuram Rajan Committee recommended a new methodology for devolving funds that is based on a multi-dimensional index instead of SCS to account for a state's economic backwardness, he pointed out. ''In 2014, when campaigning for his current position, Mr. Modi effectively promised special state status for Bihar. Ten years later, what is the Modi Sarkar waiting for? Why has the PM forgotten the people of Bihar?'' he said. Noting that every monsoon, the Kosi river floods its banks, completely devastating the surrounding area, Ramesh said millions of people are affected by the Kosi's flooding - standing crops are regularly ruined and families are displaced for months on end. ''The double-engine sarkar builds and rebuilds embankments, only for them to be inevitably washed away during the next flood. Residents have likened this to the 'goose that lays the golden eggs' -- popular sentiment holds that the BJP's favoured contractors are receiving kickbacks each time an embankment is rebuilt,'' he alleged. ''Apart from this, the BJP government loves to blame upstream Nepal for opening the barrage gates, without making any diplomatic efforts to find a solution. Why is the Modi Sarkar ignoring the plight of millions of flood victims?'' he said. Has the misery of people in Mithilanchal and Kosi become another opportunity for the BJP's monetary gain, Ramesh asked. ''PM Modi promised an airport in Purnia on 18th August, 2015. Six years and three Nitish Kumar U-turns later, his government is yet to fulfil the promise. In Muzaffarpur, the Modi Sarkar promised a fully operational airport by Diwali 2023. Today, not a single flight lands in the airport. In Bhagalpur, the Administration has barely started the process to set up a commercially viable airport - after years of empty promises from the BJP and JDU,'' he said. For a Government that claims to have focused on infrastructure development, why has the Modi government given Bihar such a poor deal, Ramesh asked. ''Why have these three airport projects been neglected for the last ten years?'' Ramesh said and asked the PM to break his ''silence'' on these issues.
Every year a large number of children are admitted to hospitals due to encephalitis, due to which the risk of death is also seen to be high. The government is continuously running a campaign to prevent this dangerous disease, although it remains a big threat. According to recent media reports, cases of Chamki fever are once again increasing in some districts of Bihar. In Muzaffarpur, about 14 people have been admitted to the hospital after showing symptoms of Chamki fever, although the test reports of the patients are still awaited. According to reports, 7 children each were admitted to the hospital in the PICU of Muzaffarpur on both Saturday and Sunday. The team of doctors is continuously monitoring the children. A blood sample has been sent for testing, the report is awaited. Health experts have advised all people to continue taking measures to prevent fever. Let us know what are the causes of Chamki fever and how can children be kept safe from it. Cases are being seen in Uttar Pradesh- Bihar Many states of Bihar have been victims of this serious disease Muzaffarpur is one of them. For the last several years, cases of encephalitis in many states including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have been a cause of great concern for health experts. Cases of encephalitis can be caused by both bacterial and viral infections. Due to this, the risk of brain inflammation increases which can also have serious side effects. Although this disease can occur at any age, children have been seen to be its biggest victims. What are the causes of encephalitis? The problem of encephalitis can occur due to viral-bacterial infection, autoimmune inflammation, insect bites, or some types of diseases, in which there is swelling in the brain. About 70% of encephalitis cases are caused by viral infection, with young children (one year of age and younger) and the elderly (65 years of age and older) being most at risk. In case of an encounter with the virus, there may be a problem of swelling in the brain. The symptoms of this disease worsen with time and in some situations, it can even be fatal. What are its symptoms? Encephalitis usually starts with symptoms like fever and headache. If this problem is not noticed or treated in time, it can lead to seizures, confusion, loss of consciousness, and even coma. Its symptoms become severe with time. In these conditions, severe headaches, vomiting, confusion, memory problems, difficulty in speaking and hearing, and unconsciousness can occur. Health experts say that everyone needs to remain vigilant to prevent encephalitis. Especially in cities where cases have already been reported, there is a need for everyone to take special precautions regarding the health of children. What to do to prevent encephalitis? Health experts say the best way to prevent viral encephalitis is to avoid contact with viruses that can cause the disease. For this, it is most important to take care of cleanliness. Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water. Do not share clothes and bedding. There is a risk of getting this disease due to the bite of some infected mosquitoes, hence it is important to take special care of the cleanliness of the surroundings. If you or your child is showing symptoms of this disease, go to the hospital immediately. (PC: ISTOCK)
Bihar: Tejashwis parivartan patra promises five new airports, jobs
PATNA : Toeing the line of Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), which is a part of the Opposition INDIA bloc, promised in its election manifesto on Saturday to provide 200 units of electricity free of cost to the poor and farmers of Bihar. They stated that a separate commission would be established to investigate the increasing rates of electricity. Releasing the partys election manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav also announced plans to provide one crore jobs and Rs 1 lakh to economically weak women every year on the occasion of Rakshabandhan. The former Deputy Chief Minister also declared that five airports would be made operational at Muzaffarpur, Raxaul (East Champaran), Purnea, Gopalganj, and Bhagalpur to enhance connectivity. These airports are essential for the states economic advancement, tourism, and youth facilities. Additionally, the RJD leader promised to abolish the Agniveer scheme launched by the Narendra Modi government at the centre. The manifesto, called Parivartan Patra, pledged to accord special status to Bihar and offer special packages for all-round development. The election manifesto outlined 24 promises with a focus on generating employment and enhancing the economic independence of the poor. The party also pledged to provide a cooking gas cylinder for Rs 500 and reintroduce the old pension scheme. The manifesto promised to implement the remaining propoals of the Mandal Commission. For the benefit of peasants, the party plans to engage in discussions with farmers to devise agricultural policies. Tejashwi said, If our government comes to power, the process of providing jobs will begin from August 15. Two quit RJD, join JD(U) Lalu Prasads RJD received a major setback after its two senior leaders, including former MP Ahmad Ashafaq Karim, resigned from primary membership, accusing top leadership of doing injustice to Muslims in distribution of tickets for ensuing Lok Sabha polls. Ashafaq, a former member of Rajya Sabha, was expecting ticket for Lok Sabha election from Katihar. However, the seat went to Congress under seat-sharing formula among constituents of Opposition grand alliance in the state.
Bihar: Whats common between INDIA & NDA? The rebels
PATNA : In the emerging battle between the opposition Grand Alliance and the ruling NDA, a threat common to both sides is looming: rebels. From the RJD-led front, which is yet to announce its full list of candidates, two dissidents have already gone their ways. First is MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, and second Rajballabh Yadav. In the NDA camp, BJP MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Nishad has resigned from the party and joined Congress. The buzz is that Congress may field him from Muzaffarpur. Another party MP from Buxar and Union minister Ashwini Choubey is questioning the leadership why he is replaced. I want to know the offence that I have committed for which I have not been given the ticket from Buxar, he said on Monday. Pappu Yadav raises banner of revolt as grand alliance list to be out today Bihar will have seven-phase polls. Jamui, Nawada, Gaya and Aurangabad are going to the polls in the first phase. While Pappu is a serious threat to the GAs official candidate Bima Bharti in Purnea, RJD rebel Vinod Yadav is also adding to the headache of the RJDs official candidate Shravan Kumar in Nawada. Pappu is likely to cut into not only the Yadav and other castes votes but also a substantial number of Muslim votes in Purnea. Pappu has not withdrawn despite warnings by the Congress leadership. So, RJD candidate Bharti faces a tough battle. JD(U) candidate and MP Santosh Kushwaha appears to have an edge in the given situation. Purnea goes to the polls in the second phase on April 26. Similarly, RJD official candidate Shravan Kushwaha is grappling with the challenge from rebel candidate Vinod Yadav, brother of rape convict and muscleman Rajballabh Prasad alias Rajballabh Yadav. In 2019, Rajballabhs wife Vibha Devi contested as an RJD candidate. She was pitted against Lok Janshakti Partys Chandan Singh who was elected. Similarly, former RJD MP and muscleman late Mohammad Shahabuddins wife Hena Shahab is contesting from Siwan as an Independent. Although she never demanded the RJD ticket, she is likely to eat into Muslim votes and would mar the prospects of RJD nominee Awadh Bihari Choudhary. The NDA, too, is beset with the rebel threat. BJP MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Nishad has quit the party and joined Congress. He hopes Congress would field him from Muzaffarpur. Another BJP MP from Sasaram Chedi Paswan is not happy with the party leadership after being denied the ticket from the seat. He was the winner against Congress Meira Kumar in 2019. Chedi is replaced by former MLA Shivesh Ram. The saffron rebel is learnt to have sought an appointment with Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. There is a buzz that he may join Congress and fight against Shivesh Ram. The Congress is yet to take a decision. In Buxar, Mithilesh Tiwary, a former MLA from Baikunthpur (in Buxar district) is a BJP candidate from where Ashwini Kumar Choubey won twice. Tiwary is BJPs state general secretary. He won the state polls from Baikunthpur in 2015 but lost in the 2020 assembly polls.
BJP's sitting MP from Muzaffarpur Ajay Kumar Nishad joins Congress
BJP's sitting Member of Parliament from Muzaffarpur in Bihar, Ajay Kumar Nishad on Tuesday joined Congress at the party headquarters in presence of senior leaders.
BJP's Muzaffarpur MP resigns after denial of ticket in LS polls, joins Congress
PATNA: Sulking over denial of ticket for Lok Sabha election, BJP MP Ajay Nishad on Tuesday joined Congress and is likely to contest election from Muzaffarpur on the party ticket. Nishad joined the party in the presence of senior Congress leader Pawan Khera, AICC In charge of Bihar, Mohan Prakash and state Congress president Akhilesh Prasad Singh in New Delhi. Prakash contended that Nishad joined Congress without putting any conditions. After joining Congress, he commented in 'X, Today I have accepted membership of the Congress. If there is an order from the high command, I will go to the people's court. Earlier, he posted a comment in X, Respected Nadda Ji (BJP president J P Nadda), shocked by the betrayal of BJP, I resign from all posts and primary membership of the party. Respected @JPNadda ji, shocked by the betrayal of @BJP4India , I resign from all posts and primary membership of the party. @JPNadda , @BJP4India @BJP4Bihar Ajay Nishad (@NishadSri) April 2, 2024 BJP replaced Ajay Nishad with Rajbhushan Nishad in the fifth list of candidates released by the party. Nishad had won Lok Sabha election from Muzaffarpur on BJP ticket in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections. His father, former union minister Captain Jai Narayan Nishad had also represented Muzaffarpur seat four times. Besides Nishad, BJP has dropped two more sitting MPs, union minister Ashwani Choubey and Chhedi Paswan. While BJP leadership succeeded in assuaging the ruffled feelings of Choubey, Chhedi reportedly continues to be unhappy with BJP leadership over the denial of ticket. Nishad was denied the ticket after adverse feedback against him. His supporters held a protest during Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai's recent visit to Muzaffarpur, holding him responsible for denial of ticket to their leader. On the other hand, the BJP-led NDA has allotted the ticket to Raj Bhushan Nishad, who had contested previous Lok Sabha elections as a VIP candidate. He was defeated by Ajay Nishad, who is denied ticket this time following an internal survey conducted by the saffron party.
BJP MP from Bihars Muzaffarpur, Ajay Nishad, joins Congress
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'Shocked By Betrayal' BJP MP Ajay Nishad Quits Party Ahead Of Lok Sabha Polls
Ajay Nishad was reportedly miffed with the BJP after he was denied a ticket fromMuzaffarpur.
BJP MP from Bihar's Muzaffarpur Ajay Kumar Nishad joins Congress
Nishad joined the Congress at the AICC headquarters in the presence of Bihar Congress president Akhilesh Prasad Singh, AICC in-charge of state Mohan Prakash, party's MP from Kishanganj Mohammad Javed and AICC head of media and publicity department Pawan Khera.
Bihar BJP leader and two-time MP from Muzaffarpur, Ajay Nishad to join Congress today
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): After the BJP denied him a ticket from Muzaffarpur, party leader Ajay Nishad, will join the Congress Party on Tuesday ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. Ajay Nishad is a two-time MP from Muzaffarpur. Ajay Nishads office told ANI that Ajay Nishad is disappointed after the party denied him a ticket from Muzaffarpur and thats the reason he will join the Congress Party today. In its fifth list of candidates, the BJP gave the election ticket to Raj Bhushan Nishad from Muzaffarpur, who was defeated by Ajay Nishad in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls
Bihar: BJP leader and two-time MP from Muzaffarpur, Ajay Nishad to join Congress today
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Oppn deal: RJD 26, Cong 9 and Left 5
PATNA : The RJD-led Mahagathbandhan in Bihar, which is a part of INDIA bloc at the national level, on Friday announced seat-sharing arrangements for the Lok Sabha elections in the state. As per the seat-sharing deal, the RJD will contest 26 out of the 40 seats in the state. While the Congress will nominate its candidates on nine seats, CPI-ML will field its candidates on three followed by CPI and CPM on one seat each. The RJD has already nominated the candidates for the first phase of election to be held on April 19. Former state minister and senior RJD leader Abdul Bari Siddiqui announced the seat-sharing arrangements among constituents of the grand alliance in the presence of RJD state president Jagadanand Singh and Bihar Congress chief Akhilesh Prasad Singh. Former deputy chief minister and RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav was, however, conspicuous by his presence. Earlier, he was scheduled to announce the seat-sharing deal among constituents of the grand alliance. RJD, Congress, CPI-ML, CPI and CPM are allies of the grand alliance. RJD will contest Gaya, Nawada, Jehabanabad, Aurangabad, Buxar, Patliputra, Munger, Jamui, Banka, Valmikinagar, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Vaishali, Saran, Siwan, Gopalganj, Ujiarpur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Madhepura, Purnea, Araria and Hajipur seats. Congress has been allocated Kishanganj, Katihar, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur (SC), Paschimi Champaran, Patna Sahib, Sasaram (SC) and Maharajganj seats. CPI-ML will field its candidates on Ara, Karakat and Nalanda seats, CPI on Begusarai seat and CPI(M) on Khagaria seat. RJD Rajya Sabha member and spokesperson Manoj Jha, who was present at the press conference, said that the names of the candidates would also be announced soon. He claimed that the seat-sharing agreement has been reached through consensus and the INDIA bloc would win all 40 seats. Disagreements over some seats among allies, however, delayed the official declaration of the agreement. Pappu says wont rebel over purnea Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, who joined the Congress last week hoping to contest from Purnea in Bihar, on Friday ruled out the possibility of fighting as a rebel candidate, after the seat went to RJD. However, he spoke of friendly fights in several seats among INDIA bloc partners.
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal for next three months
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal for next three months At a time when Nepal is facing a power crisis, India on Friday renewed the agreement to export electricity to Nepal for the next three months. Under the agreement, which was to expire on March 31, Nepal can import a total of 554 MW electricity from India between 6 am and 6 pm. Nepal's domestic electricity production currently stands at around 1,200 MW while the country's demand for electricity is 1,800 MW to 2,000 MW during this period. Nepal is experiencing a shortage of electricity as most of the domestic power plants in the country are based on a run-of-the-river system and during winter, there is less water in the rivers. We have received the notification about the renewal of the agreement to export electricity to Nepal until June end, Chandan Ghosh, Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) spokesperson, told PTI. The Himalayan nation can import 500 MW of electricity from the Dhalkebar-Muzaffarpur cross-border transmission line and 54 MW through Tanakpur, Ghosh added. After mid-June, Ghosh said, Nepal will be in a position to export electricity to India. The Kathmandu Post newspaper reported that the NEA had sought permission to import 650MW through the Dhalkebar-Muzaffarpur transmission line but with permission only for 500 MW import, Nepal may face 10-hour-long load shedding. Quoting the officials, the report said Nepal is still lobbying with India for power supply during additional hours.
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal
India renews agreement to export electricity to Nepal India on Friday renewed the agreement to export electricity to Nepal as per the Himalayan nation's request two days before the expiry of the pact on March 31, an official said. We have received the notification about the renewal of the agreement to export electricity to Nepal until June end, Chandan Ghosh, Nepal Electricity Authority spokesperson, told PTI. Under the agreement, Nepal in total can import 554 MW electricity from India between 6 am to 6 pm, he said. The Himalayan nation can import 500 MW of electricity from the Dhalkebar-Muzaffarpur cross-border transmission line and 54 MW through Tanakpur, Ghosh added. Nepal is experiencing a shortage of electricity as most of the domestic power plants in the country are based on a run-of-the-river system and during winter there is less water in the rivers. Nepals domestic electricity production currently stands at around 1,200 MW while the countrys demand for electricity is 1,800 MW to 2,000 MW during this period. After mid-June, Ghosh said, Nepal will be in a position to export electricity to India. As per the agreement, Nepal will be able to import electricity from India from 6 am to 6 pm.
PATNA: The Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance), the opposition coalition in Bihar including Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), Congress and Left parties on Friday announced that the RJD, its largest constituent, will contest 26 out of the states 40 Lok Sabha seats in the upcoming elections. The Congress will contest nine seats, followed by CPI(ML) on 3 seats, and CPI and CPI(M) with one seat each. Former state minister and senior RJD leader Abdul Bari Siddiqui announced the seat-sharing arrangements among constituents of grand alliance in the presence of RJD state president Jagadanand Singh and other leaders. The RJD will contest the following seats: Gaya Nawada Jehabanabad Aurangabad Buxar Patliputra Munger Jamui Banka Valmikinagar Purvi Champaran Sheohar Sitamarhi Vaishali Saran Siwan Gopalganj Ujiarpur Darbhanga Madhubani Jhanjharpur Supaul,Madhepura Purnea Araria Hajipur The Congress has been allocated Kishanganj, Katihar Bhagalpur Muzaffarpur Samastipur (SC) Paschimi Champaran Patna Sahib Sasaram (SC) Maharajganj Meanwhile, the Communist Party of India (MarxistLeninist) Liberation will field its candidates from Ara, Karakat, and Nalanda seats. The CPI and CPI(M) will contest Begusarai and Khagaria seats, respectively. Friday's announcement has come as a rude shock for former MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav who recently joined the Congress by merging merged his party - Jan Adhikar Party (JAP) - with the grand old party. He had staked his claim on the Purnea seat, which has now been given to the RJD. Bima Bharti, who resigned from JD(U) and joined RJD, has been nominated as the RJD candidate from Purnea. However Yadav told media he was happy with the decision. No one can separate me from the Congress' flag. I welcome the decision of Congress leadership to strengthen the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar. I will go amidst the people with the resolve of establishing the flag of Congress in Purnea. Jan Adhikar Party leader Pappu Yadav joins Congress, merges his outfit VIDEO | Here's what Congress leader Pappu Yadav ( @pappuyadavjapl ) said on Purnea Lok Sabha seat being given to the RJD. No one can separate me from the Congress' flag. I welcome the decision of Congress leadership to strengthen the Mahagathbandhan in Bihar. I will go amidst pic.twitter.com/vUPll6MYR8 Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 29, 2024 (With Online Desk inputs)
Mahagathbandhan announces LS seat-sharing for Bihar; RJD to contest 26, Cong 9
Mahagathbandhan announces LS seat-sharing for Bihar; RJD to contest 26, Cong 9 The RJD-led Mahagathbandhan in Bihar on Friday announced its formula for seat-sharing, with Lalu Prasad's party laying claim on nearly two-thirds of the state's 40 parliamentary constituencies, virtually steamrolling allies - the Congress and three Left parties. The RJD will be contesting 26 seats, nine more than it had fought in 2019 when it drew a blank. The Congress has got nine seats, as many as it had contested in the last elections, followed by CPI(ML) Liberation (three) and CPI and CPI(M) (one each). The belated announcement, coming a day after filing of nomination papers for the first phase of Lok Sabha polls was over, was made at a press conference here addressed by RJD national spokesman and Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Kumar Jha, state Congress president Akhilesh Prasad Singh and state-level leaders of CPI(ML) Liberation, CPI and CPI(M). Tejashwi Yadav, the Mahagathbandhan's leader in the state legislature, was scheduled to address the press conference but remained conspicuous by his absence. Jha said names of candidates would be announced soon and claimed: ''We have arrived at a unanimous decision, demonstrating a cohesiveness that you may not find in the NDA. We will defeat them at the hustings''. Notably, the RJD had fielded its candidates for the four seats of Gaya, Aurangabad, Jamui and Nawada, which go to polls in the first phase, much to the annoyance of its allies, particularly the Congress which wanted to give ticket to former MP Nikhil Kumar. Moreover, CPI and CPI(M) have already announced their candidates for Begusarai and Khagaria seats. According to the seat-sharing formula, the RJD has also wrested from the Congress Purnia, a seat the latter has been contesting in the past few Lok Sabha polls. Recently, Lalu Prasad, the RJD president, gave party ticket for the seat to JD(U) turncoat Bima Bharti, stopping short of making a formal announcement. The Congress had last week inducted Pappu Yadav, a three-term former MP from Purnea, whose wife is also a Rajya Sabha MP of the party. Yadav had been hopeful of getting the ticket from the seat claiming that an assurance to the effect was given to him by Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi. There were murmurs that Prasad, whose ''blessings'' Yadav had sought before he went to Delhi and merged his Jan Adhikar Party with the Congress, was suggesting that the former Purnea MP try his luck from Madhepura, which he had won on an RJD ticket in 2014, or Supaul which his wife had represented more than once. However, that option, too, seems closed as both seats have been claimed for itself by the RJD and it remains to be seen what is going to be the next move of Yadav who has been dropping hints that he will not flinch from fighting as an Independent from Purnea if the need arose. Among the seats given to the Congress are Kishanganj, Bihar's lone Muslim-majority constituency that the party has been winning for some time, and adjoining Katihar where senior leader Tariq Anwar lost by a thin margin in 2019, having won in 2014 on an NCP ticket. Other seats given to Congress include Patna Sahib, where the BJP has been seemingly invincible, Bhagalpur, where party MLA Ajeet Sharma wanted to field Bollywood actress daughter Neha Sharma, who has refused, and reserved constituency Sasaram, a bastion of late Deputy Prime Minister Jagjivan Ram, whose daughter and former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar, has won the seat a few times but reportedly excused herself this time on account of old age. Other seats assigned to the Congress are Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, West Champaran and Maharajganj. The CPI(ML) Liberation has been given Nalanda, a pocket borough of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, whose JD(U) has had an uninterrupted run on the seat for decades. The Left party has also been given Arrah, where the sitting BJP MP is Union minister RK Singh, and Karakat, which the NDA has assigned to former Union minister Upendra Kushwaha's Rashtriya Lok Morcha. However, the RJD has denied the CPI(ML) Liberation Siwan, where the Left party has for long been involved in a bloody feud with late strongman Mohammed Shahabuddin. Having fielded Shahabuddin's widow Hina Shahab in the last two general elections, without success, the RJD is now understood to have given up on her and looking for other candidates. Hina Shahab has, meanwhile, received support from Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM which has said it will campaign for her if she contested as an Independent or on ticket of ''a like-minded party''. The RJD has also kept with itself Saran, formerly represented by Lalu Prasad, where his Singapore-based daughter Rohini Acharya is likely to make her debut. Also in the RJD kitty is Pataliputra, where his eldest daughter Misa Bharti may again try her luck after tasting defeat two times on the trot. A high-decibel contest seems on the cards in Hajipur, where the RJD will be challenging Chirag Paswan's bid to claim his late father Ram Vilas Paswan's political legacy, amid fears that estranged uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras, the sitting MP, could play spoilsport. RJD will also contest Munger, which it seeks to wrest from former JD(U) president Rajiv Ranjan Singh ''Lalan''. The party has given ticket to the wife of gangster Ashok Mahto for the seat. Other RJD seats are Buxar, Banka, Valmiki Nagar, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Vaishali, Gopalganj, Ujiyarpur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Jhanjharpur and Araria.
INDIA Block to announce seat sharing in Bihar on today
Sources tell ET that there is possibility that RJD can exchange Supaul giving Madhepura to Congress from where Pappu Yadav can fight the election. Pappu Yadav on the other hand is still adamant on Purnia seat. Congress will get Sasaram, Katihar, Patna Sahib, Bettiah, Valmiki Nagar, Maharajganj among others. Congress is also likely to get one seat between Muzaffarpur and Bhagalpur.
AIMIM to contest 16 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar
Patna: The AIMIM on Thursday announced that it has decided to contest the 16 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar. State President Akhtarul Imam said that party candidates will contest the Darbhanga, Pataliputra, Kishanganj, Madhubani, Katihar, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, Sheohar, Purnea, Araria, Sitamarhi, Karakat, Maharajganj, Samastipur, Paschim Champaran and Valmiki Nagar seats. Also ReadTelangana Congress may favour Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Pappu Yadav raises banner of revolt as grand alliance list to be out today
PATNA: Former MP Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, who merged his Jan Adhikar Party (JAP) with the Congress, reiterated his resolve to contest election from Purnia even as the grand alliance in Bihar is set to announce seat-sharing deal for Lok Sabha election on Friday. It will be suicidal for me if I contest election from somewhere else, Yadav told the media in response to a query on RJD fielding turncoat Bima Bharti as its official candidate from the seat, which Pappu wanted to contest. A consensus on the seat-sharing was reached after two major allies of the alliance - RJD and Congress- held hectic parleys on several seats, which were a bone of contention between them. RJD sources said that former deputy chief minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav and other senior leaders of the grand alliance would declare seat sharing pact at a press conference in the state party headquarters. Sources claimed that RJD would contest on 26 seats while Congress on nine seats. Seats from which the Congress is likely to contest are Sasaram, Kishanganj, Katihar, Motihari, West Champaran, Muzaffarpur, Patna Saheb, Supaul and Bhagalpur seats. The CPM may contest Karakat, Ara and Nalanda seats while the CPI is likely to field its candidates from Begusarai seat and CPI(M-L) Khagaria seat. In the remaining seats, the RJD will field its candidates. A clear picture on Purnia and Katihar seats from where Congress wanted to field Pappu Yadav and Tariq Anwar will emerge on Friday. Both Congress and RJD are staking claims to these seats. The sources claimed that RJD agreed to give nine seats to Congress only after the latter conceded to give Chatra and Palamu seats in neighbouring Jharkhand.
BSEB 12th Bihar Board Result 2024 Topper: Muzaffarpur Boy Dreams of IAS After Topping Exams
Abdul Qadir Ansari, a resident of Pakki Sarai village, has emerged as the district topper in the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) Class 12 Arts stream examinations for 2024. Scoring an impressive 452 marks, Abdul has set his sights on conquering the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Exam and becoming an IAS officer. He has already begun his preparation journey, drawing inspiration from his idol Vikas Divyakirti.
Holi Specials: Indian Railways Unveils Festive Train Schedule
In preparation for the busy Holi festival on March 25, Indian Railways hasrolled out around 540 special train services to accommodate the surge in passengers. These additional trains will link major cities like Mumbai, Patna, Gaya, Katra, Varanasi, Saharanpur, Prayagraj, Pune, and Ambala. Notably, there will be more departures from New Delhi to meet the increased demand. The Ministry of Railways has outlined that these extra trains will cover important national routes such as Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur-Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, Guwahati-Ranchi, New Delhi-Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Jaipur-Bandra Terminus, Pune-Danapur, Durg-Patna, and Barauni-Surat. This year, compared to last year, there will be 219 additional services to ensure passengers can travel conveniently. Railway officials have also mentioned the deployment of extra security units to manage crowds effectively. Special Trains Schedule for Holi 2024 Here's a rundown of some special trains announced for Holi 2024: New Delhi - Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan Express (04033) running on March 22nd and 29th. Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan - New Delhi Express (04034) operating on March 23rd and 30th. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - New Delhi Reserved Express (04075) available on March 24th and 31st. New Delhi - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Reserved Express (04076) running on March 25th and April 1st. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - Varanasi (01654) operating on March 24th and 31st. Varanasi - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Express (01653) available on March 26th and April 2nd. Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan - Subedarganj Special (04141) running on March 25th and April 1st. Subedarganj - Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan Special (04142) operating on March 26th and April 2nd. Amritsar - Gorakhpur Express (05005) available on March 20th and 27th. Gorakhpur - Amritsar Express (05006) running on March 21st and 28th. Amritsar - Chhapra Express (05049) operating on March 22nd and 29th. Chhapra - Amritsar Express (05050) available on March 23rd and 30th. Additional Trains for Holi 2024 In addition to the listed trains, extra services include: Weekly specials from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) Mumbai to various destinations. Weekly superfast specials from Pune to multiple destinations. Special services from New Delhi to Udhampur and Varanasi. Special services for Vaishno Devi pilgrims from New Delhi. Trains from Delhi to Varanasi operational three days a week. A weekly special train from Katra to Varanasi. A special train from Howrah to Banaras on March 23rd. Booking and Safety Measures for Holi 2024 Passengers can book tickets from reservation counters at railway stations or through the official IRCTC website to obtain e-tickets from home. To ensure traveler safety, additional Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel have been stationed at key stations. Officers are also on standby at significant stations to ensure smooth train operations. Regular announcements regarding train arrivals, departures, and platform numbers will be made to assist passengers effectively. Lunar Eclipse and HOLI 2024: A Unique Celestial Coincidence
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops Union minister among 3 sitting MPs
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops Union minister among 3 sitting MPs The BJP on Sunday announced its candidates for 17 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, dropping three sitting MPs, including Union Minister Ashwani Kumar Choubey. According to a list of nominees released by the party in New Delhi, Choubey, who was elected from Buxar for the second consecutive term in 2019, was replaced by Mithilesh Tiwari, a senior BJP leader and a former MLA. The party also dropped its incumbent MPs Chedi Paswan and Ajay Kumar Nishad from Sasaram and Muzaffarpur constituencies respectively. The BJP fielded former MLA Shivesh Ram for Sasaram, while Raj Bhushan Nishad, a greenhorn in the Lok Sabha polls, would contest the Muzaffarpur seat on a party ticket. Vivek Thakur, a Rajya Sabha member, was fielded from Nawada, where the BJP would be contesting this time, instead of its ally Lok Janshakti Party (LJP). All the remaining 14 candidates are sitting MPs, who will seek re-election from their respective seats. Union ministers R K Singh, Giriraj Singh and Nityanand Rai will seek re-election from Ara, Begusarai and Ujiarpur Lok Sabha seats respectively. Former union ministers Ravi Shankar Prasad was renominated from Patna Sahib, Radha Mohan Singh from Purvi Champaran, Rajiv Pratap Rudy from Saran and Ram Kripal Yadav from Patliputra. Sanjay Jaiswal will contest from Paschim Champaran, Ashok Kumar Yadav from Madhubani, while Pradeep Kumar Singh from Araraia, and Gopal Jee Thakur from Darbhanga will seek re-election. Janardan Singh Sigriwal from Mahrajganj and Sushil Kumar Singh from Aurangabad were also fielded again. Nine of the candidates are from the upper castes, who are known to be, by and large, BJP supporters in Bihar. BJP sources were also tight-lipped over the party's failure to field a woman candidate in Bihar. In the outgoing Lok Sabha, the party's lone woman MP from the state, Rama Devi, represented Sheohar, a seat which has gone to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) this time.
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops three sitting MPs
BJP announces candidates for 17 LS seats in Bihar, drops three sitting MPs The BJP on Sunday announced its candidates for 17 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, dropping three sitting MPs, including Union Minister Ashwani Kumar Choubey. According to the list released by the party in New Delhi, Choubey, who was elected from Buxar for the second consecutive term in 2019, was replaced by Mithilesh Tiwari, a senior BJP leader and a former MLA. The party also dropped its incumbent MPs Chedi Pawasan and Ajay Kumar Nishad from Sasaram and Muzaffarpur constituencies respectively. The BJP fielded former MLA Shivesh Ram for Sasaram, while Raj Bhushan Nishad, a greenhorn in the Lok Sabha polls, will contest the Muzaffarpur seat on a party ticket. Vivek Thakur, a Rajya Sabha member, was fielded from Nawada, where the BJP would be contesting this time, instead of its ally Lok Janshakti Party (LJP). All the remaining 14 candidates are sitting MPs, who will seek re-election from their respective seats.
TMC Lodges Complaint Against West Bengal Governor for Election Interference
Kolkata: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has lodged a formal complaint with the Election Commission of India (ECI) against West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose, alleging his illegal interference in the upcoming General Elections to the Lok Sabha 2024. The party accuses Governor Bose of attempting to establish a parallel office akin to that of the chief poll body. In its complaint, the TMC urges the ECI to restrain Governor Bose from running what it terms a parallel electioneering system under the name and style of Log Sabha. The party alleges that Governor Bose has initiated the launch of a Lok Sabha portal, purportedly for direct communication with the public during the electoral process.According to the complaint, the TMC asserts that Governor Bose's actions constitute a violation of the Model Code of Conduct announced by the ECI. The party contends that the Governor's initiative of Log Sabha is an improper and unauthorized attempt to supervise the elections, infringing upon the jurisdiction and authority of the ECI. The TMC's complaint underscores the importance of maintaining the integrity and impartiality of the electoral process, calling for strict adherence to established protocols and regulations governing election procedures. It expresses concern over any potential disruption or interference in the electoral process, emphasizing the need for transparent and fair elections in West Bengal. The complaint signifies the TMC's commitment to upholding democratic principles and ensuring the sanctity of the electoral process. It underscores the party's vigilance in safeguarding the rights of voters and preserving the integrity of democratic institutions against any perceived infringement or manipulation. Muzaffarpur Court Grants Former MP Anand Mohan Acquittal Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Vocal Critique of BJP's Alleged Suppression Tactics Following Kejriwal's Arrest Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Optimism for Congress Success in Upcoming Lok Sabha Elections and Call for Unified Action
Lalu Prasad Yadav's RJD Set to Field Two Daughters in Lok Sabha Elections !
Patna: I n the lead-up to the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections, speculation abounds as Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav gears up to nominate two of his seven daughters as candidates.Sources suggest that Misa Bharati and Rohini Acharya are the anticipated contenders for the Patliputra and Saran Lok Sabha constituencies respectively. Notably, Ritlal Yadav, a former strongman turned politician, had emerged as a frontrunner for an RJD ticket from the Patliputra Parliamentary constituency. His frequent visits to the official residence of former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi sparked curiosity regarding his potential candidacy.Addressing the media amid speculation over his candidature, Ritlal acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the Patliputra seat, emphasizing the familial bond and deferring to the decision of his elder sister. When questioned about his personal aspirations, Ritlal expressed indifference towards who assumes the role of MP, stating, Whether it's a brother or a sister, what difference does it make?Refusing to name any specific opponent, Ritlal asserted his determination to defeat the incumbent Patliputra representative. In a separate development, Bihar BJP chief and deputy chief minister Samrat Chaudhary courted controversy with his remarks about Lalu Prasad Yadav, alleging that Lalu had taken his daughter's kidney before nominating her for the upcoming elections.The RJD promptly condemned Samrat's comments, with spokesperson Sarika Paswan criticizing his choice of words. Amidst speculation surrounding the Mahagathbandhan alliance in Bihar, RJD has initiated the process of distributing symbols to its candidates. Following suit, the Communist Party of India (CPI) declared Awadhesh Kumar Rai as its candidate for the Begusarai constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Muzaffarpur Court Grants Former MP Anand Mohan Acquittal Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Vocal Critique of BJP's Alleged Suppression Tactics Following Kejriwal's Arrest Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Optimism for Congress Success in Upcoming Lok Sabha Elections and Call for Unified Action
India Launches 'Operation Indravati' to Evacuate Citizens from Haiti Amid Chaos
New Delhi: I ndia has initiated 'Operation Indravati' to evacuate its citizens from the violence-stricken Haiti to the neighboring Dominican Republic. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar confirmed the launch of this rescue mission in a social media post. Haiti, situated in the Caribbean, has plunged into turmoil with armed gangs seizing control of its streets, leading to the virtual disappearance of the government.As part of the ongoing operation, 12 Indian nationals were safely evacuated on Thursday. India begins Operation Indravati to evacuate its nationals from Haiti to the Dominican Republic. 12 Indians evacuated today. Fully committed to the security and well-being of our nationals abroad. Thank the Government of the Dominican Republic for their support, Jaishankar wrote on X. The decision to implement Operation Indravati follows earlier remarks made by Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, during a weekly press briefing on March 15.As you know, there is a crisis in Haiti. And if required, we will evacuate. We are ready to evacuate. And if required, we will do that, Jaiswal stated, as reported by the media. HAITI IN CHAOS DUE TO GANG VIOLENCE Haiti has been grappling with a state of emergency triggered by recent violent attacks.Haiti, a Caribbean country, has plunged into chaos due to gang warfare. The US has airlifted non-essential staff from its embassy and the country has declared a state of emergency. On March 12, Prime Minister Ariel Henry, stranded outside the country, resigned.This comes after gangs attacked airports, police stations, and prisons. Thousands of jail inmates have fled too.Jimmy Cherizier, popular as 'Babekyou' or 'Barbecue', is a 47-year-old rifle-toting former police officer and the leader of the notorious 'G9 and Family' gang and is now the most powerful man in Haiti, reports the media. The ongoing chaos has prompted widespread displacement, with tens of thousands forced to flee their homes, adding to the already significant number of internally displaced persons due to gang violence. Gang control in Haiti's capital has reached 80%, according to the UN, with fighting ongoing in the remaining areas.In response to the violence and theft in the Caribbean country, a control room and emergency number were set up to help Indian citizens leave Haiti safely.We've set up a control room at the Ministry of External Affairs and emergency hotlines, Jaiswal said at the press conference, as reported by the media. TMC Lodges Complaint Against West Bengal Governor for Election Interference Lalu Prasad Yadav's RJD Set to Field Two Daughters in Lok Sabha Elections ! Muzaffarpur Court Grants Former MP Anand Mohan Acquittal Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections
Muzaffarpur Court Grants Former MP Anand Mohan Acquittal Ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Elections
Patna: In a significant turn of events before the impending Lok Sabha elections of 2024, the Muzaffarpur Court has delivered a major reprieve to the influential former MP, Anand Mohan. The court acquitted Anand Mohan in a case pertaining to assault on a convicted prisoner. Anand Mohan appeared before the First Class Judicial Magistrate, East, where the case was still under consideration. Mukesh Kumar Singh, the defense counsel and former MP, confirmed that the court had acquitted the former MP. The case had implicated several other individuals, including former MLAs Munna Shukla, Ramu Thakur, Bablu Srivastava, and an unidentified prisoner. Regrettably, Ramu Thakur and Bablu Srivastava have since passed away, while the court acquitted former MLA Munna Shukla. The police had filed a charge sheet on April 11, 1997, relating to the incident that occurred on April 10, 1996. An FIR was lodged at the Mithanpura police station by Ashok Kumar Mishra, a resident of Marcha in the Tajpur police station of Samastipur district. The FIR accused Anand Mohan, Ramu Thakur, Munna Shukla, Bablu Srivastava, and an unknown prisoner of assaulting a life-sentenced prisoner at the Shaheed Khudiram Bose Central Jail, which had been closed since October 3, 1989. The victim allegedly opposed extortion activities within the prison, leading to the altercation. This court ruling holds significant implications for Anand Mohan, particularly amidst the looming Lok Sabha elections. Furthermore, Anand Mohan's wife, former MP Lovely Anand, has recently joined the JDU and is gearing up to contest elections. Speculations suggest that Lovely Anand will vie for the Shivhar seat, which the BJP has allocated to the JDU. Notably, Anand Mohan's son, Chetan Anand, currently serves as the MLA from Shivhar. Chetan Anand had previously defected from Lalu Yadav's party to join Nitish Kumar during a crucial trust vote. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Vocal Critique of BJP's Alleged Suppression Tactics Following Kejriwal's Arrest Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Optimism for Congress Success in Upcoming Lok Sabha Elections and Call for Unified Action Bangalore Metro Services Halted Between Magadi Road and Challaghatta, Teen Jumps on Train Track
During Holi season, Indian Railways notifies 540 services to connect major destinations
During Holi season, Indian Railways notifies 540 services to connect major destinations By Nishant Ketu In this ongoing festive season of Holi, for the convenience of rail travellers and to clear the extra rush of passengers, Indian Railways is running 540 train services. Trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes like Delhi-Patna, Delhi-Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur-Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, Guwahati-Ranchi, New Delhi-Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Jaipur-Bandra Terminus, Pune-Danapur, Durg-Patna, Barauni-Surat, etc. As per the statement of the Ministry of Railways, Central Railway has notified 88 train services, while East Central Railway will run 79 train services. Eastern Railway will run 17, Eastern Coastal Railway will run 12, North Central Railway will run 16, North Eastern Railway will run 39, North Frontier Railway will run 14, Northern Railway will run 93, North Wester Railway will run 25, South Central Railway will run 19, South Eastern Railway will run 34, South East Central Railway will run 4, Southern Railway will run 19, South Western Railway will run 6, West Central Railway will run 13 and Western Railway will run 62 train services. It is also notable that crowd-control measures by forming queues at the terminus stations under the supervision of Railway Protection Force (RPF) staff for orderly entry of passengers in unreserved coaches are being ensured. Additional RPF personnel have been deployed at major stations to ensure the security of passengers. Officers are deployed on emergency duty at major stations to ensure the smooth running of trains. Staff are deployed in various sections to attend to any disruption of train service on priority. Measures have been taken for frequent and timely announcements of arrival/departure of trains with platform numbers. (ANI)
Railways to run 540 extra trains to clear Holi rush
New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Indian Railways is running 540 train services to clear the rush of passengers in the ongoing Holi festive season, the Ministry of Railways said on Thursday. Trains have been planned to connect major destinations across the country on railway routes like Delhi- Patna, Delhi- Bhagalpur, Delhi-Muzaffarpur, Delhi-Saharsa, Gorakhpur- Mumbai, Kolkata-Puri, []
BJP to win all 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, claims Shahnawaz Hussain
BJP to win all 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, claims Shahnawaz Hussain Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shahnawaz Hussain on Tuesday expressed confidence that the BJP-led NDA would secure victory on all the 40 seats in Bihar in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. There are no political differences between the parties and everyone is happy, he said. We are going to win 40 seats in Bihar. No one is angry with us. People of Bihar are happy with us and when the public is happy then everyone is happy, Hussain told ANI. The BJP will contest the Bihar elections in alliance with the HAM, the Rasthriya Lok Morcha and Chirag Paswan's LJP., Shahnawaz Hussain said that the alliance in Bihar is strong and good. It is a very good alliance in Bihar, last time BJP was fighting on 17 seats, this time also BJP is fighting on 17 seats. JDU had 16 MPs last time. Chirag Paswan's party has been given 5 seats, one seat has been given to Upendra Kushwaha and one seat has been given to Jitan Ram Manjhi's Ham Party. It is an excellent alliance, he added. Some of the seats that we had earlier too have been exchanged, there has been a change among ourselves, but most of the seats are the same which were fought last time. This time there is a double-engine government, so we are working on how to win 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar. We have to win 40 seats in Bihar under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and this time NDA will win 400 seats. Bihar will contribute 10th per cent to this mission, he added. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will contest on 17 seats, Janata Dal-United (JDU) on 16 seats, Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) (Ram Vilas) on 5 seats, Hindustani Awam Morcha and Rashtriya Lok Morcha on one seat each in 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Meanwhile, Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party (RLJP) President Pashupati Kumar Paras resigned from the post of Union Minister on Tuesday and said that injustice has been done with us and our party. The seat-sharing arrangement was announced by Vinod Tawde, BJP's General Secretary, at a joint press conference held by members of the Bihar NDA alliance on Monday. Bihar will see polling in seven phases. The first phase of polling will be held on April 19, the second phase on April 26, the third phase on May 7, the fourth phase on May 13, the fifth phase on May 20, the sixth phase on May 25, and the seventh phase on June 1. The BJP will field candidates in key constituencies including Pashchim Champaran, Purvi Champaran, Aurangabad, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Maharajganj, Saran, Begusarai, Nawada, Patna Sahib, Patliputra, Aara, Buxar, and Sasaram In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the NDA, consisting of BJP, JDU ( (Janata Dal-United), and LJP (Lok Janshakti Party), secured victory by taking the lead on 39 out of 40 seats. Meanwhile, the Mahagathbandhan, led by RJD (Rashtriya Janata Dal), INC (Indian National Congress), and RLSP (Rashtriya Lok Samta Party), only managed to secure one seat. The Lok Sabha Elections 2024 will be held in seven phases from April 19. Counting of votes on June 4. (ANI)
Seven-phase LS polls in Bihar from Apr 19
Seven-phase LS polls in Bihar from Apr 19 Lok Sabha polls to 40 constituencies in Bihar will be conducted in seven phases, the Election Commission said on Saturday. Voting will take place in the state on April 19, 26, May 7, 13, 20, 25 and June 1, it said. The results will be declared on June 4. The bye election for Agiaon (Bhojpur) assembly constituency will also be held on June 1. In the first phase on April 19, the Lok Sabha constituencies that will go to polls include Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada, whereas elections will be held in Kishanganj, Katihar, Purnia, Bhagalpur, Banka in the second phase on April 26. In the third phase on May 7, Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura and Khagaria will go to polls, and on May 13, elections would be conducted in Darbhanga, Ujiarpur, Samastipur, Begusarai and Munger Lok Sabha seats, the EC said. While the Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Muzaffarpur, Saran and Hajipur seats will go to polls in the fifth phase on May 20, Valmiki Nagar, Paschim Champaran, Purvi Champaran, Sheohar, Vaishali, Gopalganj, Siwan and Maharajganj will see voting on May 25 (sixth phase). Nalanda, Patna Sahib, Pataliputra, Arrah, Buxar, Sasaram, Karakat and Jahanabad will go to polls in the seventh and final phase on June 1, the commission said. The by-poll in Agiaon (Bhojpur) has been necessitated following the disqualification of sitting CPI (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation MLA Manoj Manzil. The total number of electorate in Bihar is 7,67,77,731, including 3,65,97,674 females.
IIT graduate arrested in fake cancer medicine case
New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) In a fresh development in the fake cancer chemotherapy medicines manufacturing scam busted by the Delhi Police, a B.Tech graduate from IIT (BHU) Varanasi was arrested from Bihars Muzaffarpur, a Crime Branch official said on Wednesday. Police said that Aditya Krishna, 23, was arrested from his native city Muzaffarpur and []
IIT-BHU graduate eighth person to be held in spurious cancer drug racket
Seven people were arrested a day earlier; BTech graduate was running a chemists shop in Bihars Muzaffarpur
Four killed, nine injured in road accident in Bihars Muzaffarpur
Patna, March 13 (IANS) Four persons were killed and nine others critically injured on Wednesday after a speeding SUV rammed into a stationary truck in Bihars Muzaffarpur district. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. when the victims were returning from Muzaffarpur after attending marriage function, Rampur Hari police stations SHO said. Preliminary investigation revealed that []
We have decided to contest on 11 seats in Bihar, says AIMIM MLA Akhtarul Iman
We have decided to contest on 11 seats in Bihar, says AIMIM MLA Akhtarul Iman AIMIM will contest 11 out of 40 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Bihar. The announcement was made by party MLA Akhtarul Iman at a media interaction on Wednesday in Bihar. We have decided to contest 11 seats in Bihar, the AIMIM MLA said. We tried a lot to save the secular votes in Bihar and at the national level. But these people stabbed us in the back and took away our people But in the interest of the nation, minorities, and Dalits, it is important to support them, he said. The seats are Araria, Purnia, Katihar, Kishanganj, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Ujiarpur, Karakat, Buxar, Gaya and Bhagalpur. The announcement came months after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who was at the forefront of the INDIA bloc, joined hands with the BJP-led NDA. Nitish Kumar, after parting ways with the BJP in 2022, took on the initiative of uniting all opposition forces to jointly take on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the ruling party in the national election. Taking a swipe at Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, he said, Nitish ji did the work by mistake (by joining the NDA). And he wrote the story of his hundreds of offences. Responding to a query, he said, Our fight is not for power. But for the deprived class of the state and the nation. AIMIM had won 5 seats in the 2020 Assembly elections in Bihar, but in 2022 four of its legilsators left the party and joined hands with the RJD. In the 2019 Lok Sabha election AIMIM contested just 1 seat of Kishanganj in Bihar. The AIMIM had contested on 3 seats across India winning from Aurangabad and Hyderabad. The Lok Sabha elections are expected to be held in April-May. (ANI)
'Sanatana Dharma' remarks: Bihar court issues summons against TN Minister Udhayanidhi
PATNA: A court in Bihar on Tuesday took cognisance of a complaint and issued summons against Udhayanidhi Stalin, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader and son of Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin, for his remarks on Sanatana Dharma. Udhayanidhi Stalin, who is a sports minister, has been booked under section 298 (hurting religious sentiments) of Indian Penal Code (IPC). A bench headed by Manoranjan Jha acknowledged the complaint and issued a summons against Udhayanidhi Stalin asking the latter to appear before the court either personally or through his lawyer for bail. The court has scheduled the next hearing for April 1, 2024. A practising lawyer of Ara civil court in Bhojpur district of Bihar had lodged a complaint against Udhayanidhi under sections 120 (B), 153(A), 153 (B), 295 (A) and 298 of IPC. Advocate Aditya, primary witness in the complaint, highlighted that Indian law for passing remarks on caste and religion. Udhayanidhi triggered a controversy following his speech at Sanatana Abolition Conference in September last year. He had compared Sanatana Dharma to disease like mosquito-borne fevers and coronavirus', saying it needed to be eradicated similarly. Another similar complaint case has been filed in a Muzaffarpur court by advocate Sudhir Kumar Ojha.
Sunita Devi's kidneys were removed at a private nursing home in Muzaffarpur district in September 2022 by Dr RK Singh, who has been absconding after that, and police have yet to arrest him.
Bihar Police arrest two shooters of Lawrence Bishnoi gang
Patna, March 7 (IANS) Bihar Police on Thursday said that they have arrested two shooters of the dreaded Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The police said that the operation was jointly carried out by Muzaffarpur and Sitamarhi Police late on Wednesday night. The police have identified the shooters as Sunil Karolia, a native of Jaipur and Shahnawaz []
PM Modi Opens Rs.12,800 Cr Infrastructure Boost in Bihar's Champaran
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inagurated a series of projects worth Rs.12,800 crore in Bihar's West Champaran district on Wednesday. These projects encompass various infrastructure initiatives focusing on rail, road, and petroleum and natural gas development in Bettiah. Among the key inaugurations, PM Modi launched the Indian Oil's Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG Pipeline, spanning 109 kilometers. This pipeline holds significance as it will enhance access to cleaner cooking fuel not only in Bihar but also in neighboring Nepal. Additionally, the Prime Minister dedicated Indian Oil's LPG Bottling Plant and storage terminal in Motihari. The terminal is strategically positioned to serve as a vital supply point for exporting petroleum products to Nepal. It is expected to cater to eight districts in North Bihar, namely East Champaran, West Champaran, Gopalganj, Siwan, Muzaffarpur, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, and Madhubani. The newly established Bottling Plant in Motihari is poised to streamline the supply chain, particularly benefiting markets connected to the Motihari Plant. Congress Urges PM Modi to Address Caste-Based Census in Bihar Visit PM Modi Inaugurates 17-Kilometer Extension of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor
PM Modi unveils projects worth Rs 12,800 crore in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced projects worth Rs 12,800 crore in Bihar, unveiling them at a program in Bettiah, West Champaran. The projects included the inauguration of the 109-km-long Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG pipeline, Indian Oil's LPG bottling plant and storage terminal at Motihari, and the foundation stone laying for the city gas distribution project in several districts.
Congress Urges PM Modi to Address Caste-Based Census in Bihar Visit
Patna: The Congress launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit to Bihar to inaugurate various development projects, urging him to address the issue of caste-based census in his speech. Jairam Ramesh, Congress general secretary in-charge communications, criticized the PM, anticipating him to disseminate falsehoods during his address. In a Hindi post on X, Ramesh urged the PM to address the significant issue of socio-economic caste census amidst his anticipated statements. He posed four questions to the PM, questioning the delay in conducting the regular census, scheduled for 2021, and the non-disclosure of caste-related data from the 2011 Socio-Economic Caste Census. Ramesh also questioned the vision of the new NDA government in Bihar regarding social and economic justice for disadvantaged communities highlighted in the census. He reiterated Congress's commitment to conducting a nationwide comprehensive socio-economic caste census if voted to power in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Caste census has been a central theme for the Congress in the upcoming general elections. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch infrastructure-related projects worth around Rs. 12,800 Crores in Bettiah, West Champaran district. Among these projects, he will inaugurate Indian Oil's Muzaffarpur - Motihari LPG Pipeline, aiming to provide cleaner cooking fuel in Bihar and neighboring Nepal. Additionally, he will dedicate Indian Oil's LPG Bottling Plant & storage terminal at Motihari, facilitating smoother supply chains and strategic export opportunities to Nepal. Shatrughan Sinha Criticizes BJP's Handling of Ram Mandir Publicity PM Modi Inaugurates 17-Kilometer Extension of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Accuses PM Modi of Misleading Claims on Fund Allocation
On second Bihar tour in less than a week, PM to unveil projects worth Rs 12,800 crore
On second Bihar tour in less than a week, PM to unveil projects worth Rs 12,800 crore Amid a soaring political temperature in Bihar in the run-up to the Lok Sabha polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Tuesday set foot in the state for the second time in less than a week. Modi is scheduled to visit Bettiah town, the headquarters of the West Champaran district, in the afternoon and unveil projects worth Rs 12,800 crore. Former state BJP president Sanjay Jaiswal, who is the local MP, came out with a video message, urging the people to ''turn up in large numbers and welcome the dearest member of our family''. Jaiswal's refrain of ''humaare parivaar ke sabse pyaare sadasya'' came in the backdrop of the BJP's ''Modi ka Parivaar'' campaign, in response to a jibe of RJD president Lalu Prasad at a rally in Patna on Sunday. Prasad, whose three children, including heir apparent Tejashwi Yadav, are in politics, had taken potshots at Modi, taunting him for having no family of his own. The RJD leader was apparently sore over Modi's speeches at back-to-back rallies in Aurangabad and Begusarai districts of the state a day earlier when the PM had unveiled projects worth more than Rs 1.5 lakh crore. Modi had lambasted RJD, and its ally Congress, for having used the social justice plank as a ''shield'' to justify ''corruption and dynastic politics''. He had also expressed delight over the BJP-led NDA, which had swept the 2019 Lok Sabha polls in Bihar, looking in good shape with the return of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who heads the JD(U). By winning back Kumar, the BJP succeeded in breaking his tie-up with RJD, Congress and Left, which would have made Bihar an uphill task for the NDA. The prime minister has of late been travelling to different parts of the country to launch development projects, with just days left for the Election Commission to announce Lok Sabha polls and the imposition of the model code of conduct. Among the projects to be launched at Bettiah are an LPG line between Motihari and Muzaffarpur, which would be inaugurated, and an LPG bottling and storage plant of Indian Oil at Motihari, which would be dedicated to the nation. According to state BJP media co-incharge Danish Eqbal, the PM's aircraft will land at Kushinagar airport in adjoining Uttar Pradesh, which is about 100 km from Bettiah. He will reach the venue of the function in a helicopter.
The festival of Mahashivratri will be celebrated on 8th March. Shiva devotees are eagerly waiting for this special day of Mahadev. On this day the Shivalinga form of Bholenath is worshipped. Therefore almost everyone in India goes to temples to offer water to Bhole Baba. Many women also keep fast on this day. Because by worshipping Mahadev their married life remains happy. In today's article, we are going to tell you about 5 such temples of Bihar, whose glory is very unique. On the day of Mahashivratri, a huge crowd of devotees gather in these temples. Baba GaribNath Baba GaribNath temple, called Deoghar in Bihar, is also best to visit on Mahashivratri. Here people stand in line at night to have Baba's darshan. Here you can take Ganga water from PaheljaGhat and come to Muzaffarpur via Hajipur. It is said about this temple that earlier there was a banyan tree here. Bhole Baba appeared here during the cutting of this tree. After which the worship started here. KoteshwarNathDham This temple is located in the Main village of Belaganj block near the Morhar and Dargha rivers. It is believed that the history of this temple is more than 100 years old. It is said that this temple was built by Usha, daughter of Vanasura. She wanted to marry Shri Krishna's grandson Aniruddha, but Vanasura was Shri Krishna's enemy. He was not happy with this marriage. Therefore, Usha got this temple of Bhole Baba built to marry Anirudh. Ajgaivinath Temple On the day of Mahashivratri, if you want to visit a particular temple in Bihar to offer water to Bhole Baba, then you can go to Ajgaibinath Temple located in Sultanganj, Bihar. Devotees coming here believe that whoever worships Bholenath here with true heart, God fulfils all his wishes. How to reach- This temple is located in West Sultanganj, 26 kilometers away from Bhagalpur. You can reach here via auto or bus. The temple is situated on a mountain and the greenery around it makes it more attractive. This temple is the best for visiting Bholenath in Bihar. Baba BrahmeshwarNath Temple It is said about this temple that the Shivalinga situated here was established by Brahmaji himself. This temple is located in Brahmapur in the Buxar district of Bihar. The distance of this temple from Buxar is 40 km. The biggest feature of this temple is that its door faces west. This is special because, in other temples of the country, the door is in the east direction. Baba Hariharnath Temple This is the only temple in which one half has the figure of Shiva and the other half has the figure of Vishnu. It is believed that this temple was built by Lord Brahma to bring Lord Vishnu and the dead body closer. Apart from this, it is also said that Shri Ram had stopped here while going to Janakpur and established Hari and Har. Image Credit- Freepik
PM to intensify campaign for LS polls from today
NEW DELHI: Ahead of the likely announcement for election dates for the 18th Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend at least 29 programmes across 12 states and UTs over the next 10 days, starting from March 4. As a part of inaugurating and laying foundation stones for various projects in line with making India as a developed nation by 2047, Modi will visit Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, West Bengal and Bihar again between March 4 and 6, besides other states thereafter. In his first leg of the visits, the PM will visit Telangana on March 4 to inaugurate or lay the foundation stones for multiple development projects worth more than Rs 56,000 crore. According to an official statement issued by the Prime Ministers Office on Sunday, after Telangana, Modi will visit Tamil Nadus Kalpakkam the same day. On March 5 again, he will inaugurate, dedicate and lay the foundation stones for multiple projects worth Rs 6,800 crore in Telangana, and the same day, he will visit Odisha to announce development projects worth Rs 19,600 crore. On March 6, the Prime Minister will inaugurate foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 15,400 crore in Kolkata and inaugurate the under-river metro tunnel as well. After Kolkata, Modi is scheduled to visit Bihars Bettiah where he is scheduled to inaugurate projects worth Rs 12,800 crore. That would be the PMs second visit in less than a week to Bihar. In Bihars Bettiah, Modi will inaugurate the 109-km Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG pipeline of Indian Oil, which is aimed at providing cleaner cooking fuel in areas neighbouring Nepal. The new pipeline will act as a strategic supply point of petroleum products in Nepal in addition to covering Bihars eight districts East Champaran, West Champaran, Siwan, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Gopalganj and Muzaffarpur. As part of his visits, Modi will hold public meetings in Adilabad in Telangana and Chennai in Tamil Nadu. He will also address a public meeting in Chandikhole in Odisha, before travelling to West Bengal. On March 7, the PM will visit Jammu and Kashmir and on return, will attend a media event in Delhi in the evening. On March 8, Modi will participate in the first-ever National Creators Award in Delhi and then leave for Assam. On March 10, he is scheduled to visit Uttar Pradesh to dedicate to the nation various projects in Azamgarh. He will attend an event in Delhi the next day related to Namo Drone Didi and Lakhpati Didi programmes. Second visit to Bihar After Kolkata, Modi is scheduled to visit Bihars Bettiah where he is scheduled to inaugurate projects worth Rs 12,800 crore. That would be the PMs second visit in less than a week to Bihar. In Bihars Bettiah, Modi will inaugurate the 109-km Muzaffarpur-Motihari LPG pipeline of Indian Oil, which is aimed at providing cleaner cooking fuel in areas neighbouring Nepal.
