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Samrat Choudhary has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Bihar, becoming the first BJP leader to hold the top post in the state. He replaces Nitish Kumar, signaling a new political era for Bihar.
Nitish Kumar is scheduled to take his oath for the Rajya Sabha today. He is also likely to be allotted a high-security Type-8 government bungalow in Lutyens’ Delhi, with renovation work already in progress.
India's JD(U) party is reportedly outlining a new political era, positioning Nitish Kumar as a mentor and allocating key portfolios to Nishant.
India's Janata Dal (United) party has initiated proceedings to remove a veteran Member of Parliament from the Lok Sabha.
KC Tyagi, a founding member of Nitish Kumar's JD(U) party, has joined Jayant Choudhary's RLD days after his resignation on March 17. The reasons for his departure from JD(U) were not specified.
JD(U) MLA Anant Singh has been granted bail by Justice Rudra Prakash Mishra in the Dular Chand Yadav murder case, on a bond of ₹15,000.
KC Tyagi, a founder-member of Nitish Kumar's Janata Dal United and once the party's face in Delhi, has unplugged himself from the party, ending a 40-year association.
The Janata Dal (United) party in India is reportedly facing internal disarray due to a delayed succession process, with accusations that Nitish Kumar stalled the transition.
Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has formally joined the JD(U), following his father's decision to step down as CM, sparking political speculation.
The JD(U) party in India is reportedly preparing for the induction of Nishant, with discussions ongoing about Nitish Kumar's potential successor.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar has reassured his JD(U) party members that he is not leaving Bihar, amid reports of unease and anger within the party, and has given his nod for Nishant to join the party.
Bihar is preparing for a new political landscape as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to move to the Rajya Sabha, with the BJP expected to take charge of the state.
Speculations are circulating that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar might move to the Rajya Sabha, as a crucial meeting of the Janata Dal (United) is currently underway with top leaders present.
The NDA coalition is reportedly aiming for a sweep in the Bihar Rajya Sabha elections, with JD(U) set to retain Ram Nath Thakur's seat, while BJP's nominations remain unclear.
Bihar's political landscape is intensifying as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar prepares to resign for a Rajya Sabha seat. A power struggle is emerging between the JD(U) and BJP over the nomination of the new Chief Minister, with JD(U) workers advocating for Nitish's son, Nishant.
The President of India has nominated veteran JD(U) leader Harivansh for his third term in the Rajya Sabha.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has resigned as a Member of the Legislative Council (MLC), a constitutional necessity following his recent election to the Rajya Sabha, fueling speculation about the political landscape in Bihar as the BJP eyes the CM post, though he retains the chief minister's chair for now.
Veteran politician KC Tyagi, formerly of the JD(U) party, has announced his decision to join Jayant's Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), citing shared ideology.
JD(U) national working president Sanjay Kumar Jha submitted Mr. Kumar's nomination at the party's central office in Delhi on Thursday (March 19, 2026). Mr. Jha is one of the proposers for Mr. Kumar
Nitish Kumar is poised to return as the chief of the Janata Dal (United) party unopposed, indicating a consolidation of his leadership within the Indian political landscape.
K C Tyagi, a veteran politician who shared a socialist background with Nitish Kumar for nearly five decades, has resigned from the JD(U) party.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his son Nishant Kumar are set to embark on yatras across Bihar, signaling a transition within the JD(U) as Nishant formally enters state politics.
Buzz over Nishant possibly being named deputy CM continues amid reports that Bihar is set to have its first chief minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party
Duo likely to address a public meeting together in Bagdogra; RJD’s Rabri Devi says Nitish Kumar should not leave Bihar; Nishant Kumar meets JD(U) legislators on the eve of formally joining the party
Bihar's political landscape shifts as Nitish Kumar opts for a Rajya Sabha seat, stepping down as Chief Minister. This move marks the end of an era dominated by Jayaprakash Narayan's disciples and leaves the Janata Dal (United) in uncharted territory without a clear successor.
With Nitish Kumar set for exile, the Janata Parivar is scuttling towards extinction while the Sangh Parivar is ascendant, and Mandal is now a subset of Kamandal
JD(U) leaders wanted party to have a succession plan for the government, say BJP sources, adding that the new Chief Minister will be from the “backward class”
Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, is reportedly preparing to enter politics, signaling a potential succession moment for the JD(U) party.
Senior leader RCP Singh is attempting to rejoin the JD(U) party, facing open opposition from other prominent party members.
Suspense continues regarding the selection of Bihar's next Chief Minister following Nitish Kumar's move to the Rajya Sabha. Posters in Patna advocating for Nishant Kumar as a potential successor have fueled political discussions, even as JD(U) leaders maintain Nitish Kumar's leadership.
JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as a Rajya Sabha member, with a power transition in Bihar expected to follow after the inauspicious period of 'Khadmas' ends.
The JD(U) party has laid down conditions for the BJP regarding who will succeed Nitish Kumar as Chief Minister, indicating ongoing political negotiations in India.
Senior JD(U) leader KC Tyagi has joined the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), stating his aim is to uphold the legacy of Chaudhary Charan Singh and emphasizing continuity in his political roots in western Uttar Pradesh.
Patna High Court has granted bail to JD(U) MLA Anant Singh, who was arrested in connection with the murder of Jan Suraaj supporter Dularchand Yadav, following violence where the ex-RJD man was shot and run over.
The former Rajya Sabha member says ideological commitments remain unchanged; likely to join another party active in Uttar Pradesh
The Janata Dal (United) party has announced the schedule for its party president's election, with nomination papers to be filed on March 22 and withdrawn by March 24, making Nitish Kumar's re-election likely.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has stepped aside from active politics and filed his nomination to the Rajya Sabha, marking a major turning point in the State’s politics. As the BJP prepares to take the Chief Minister’s post, this transition reflects the party’s growing dominance in Bihar and could signal the end of an era shaped by Nitish Kumar and social justice politics.
Nishant Kumar is slated to join the JD(U) on March 8, following Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's pledge to remain with the party amidst internal unease.
JD(U) workers protested outside CM Nitish Kumar's residence and party office, expressing anger and disbelief over his Rajya Sabha nomination. Alleging a conspiracy and pressure, some threatened self-immolation and vandalized property, demanding to meet their leader and questioning the authenticity of his social media posts.
K.C. Tyagi stated that leaders from the BJP and JD(U) parties will make the decision regarding the next Chief Minister of Bihar.
Months after a significant NDA win, Bihar is poised for another political development as JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar is set to file his Rajya Sabha nomination alongside BJP's Nitin Nabin.
JD(U) is reportedly considering Nitish Kumar's son for a Rajya Sabha seat as the NDA alliance aims to secure all five available seats.