Amidst speculation of discontent, Nitish Kumar's son Nishant congratulated the new Bihar Chief Minister, Samrat Choudhary, calling him 'like my brother.'

The Indian state of Bihar is facing a substantial financial debt, estimated between Rs 3.5-4 lakh crore, which its next chief minister will inherit.

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.

Following Nitish Kumar’s exit, discussions have emerged regarding the future of 'Sushasan' (good governance) in Bihar, suggesting a need to move beyond top-down approaches.

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.

Bihar BJP president Sanjay Saraogi announced that Nitish Kumar will take his Rajya Sabha oath on April 10, with Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha confirming that the decision on the next Chief Minister will follow Kumar's resignation and the post falling vacant.

Nitish Kumar Reddy expressed satisfaction with a recent performance, stating it was one he had been eagerly awaiting.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has completed his 'yatra' across the state, reflecting on past achievements and future plans, as he prepares for a move to the Rajya Sabha.

Political strategist Prashant Kishor remarked on Nitish Kumar's resignation as Chief Minister, questioning the timing given the coalition's recent majority and hinting at health reasons.

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

On the first day, he visited Bhagalpur and Banka where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 641 projects worth ₹1151 crore.

The polls are being held for 37 seats across 10 states, 4 of which are ruled by the opposition parties. The counting of votes will be done on the same day.

According to villagers, the wall of a house where the wedding ceremony was going on suddenly collapsed on them, Obra Police Station SHO Nitish Kumar said.

During the ongoing Samriddhi Yatra in Saharsa, the Chief Minister placed his hands on Mr. Choudhary’s shoulders and urged the public to show their support to the Deputy CM

Nitish Kumar, supported by his mother's strength, successfully overcame physical challenges to achieve an All India Rank of 847 in the UPSC CSE 2025 results.

Nitish Kumar had the chance to transform Bihar. He had built enough political equity and developed administrative chops to bring about real change. Yet, he did not.

An article from the Urdu Press covers political commentary on Nitish Kumar's alleged plan to launch Nishant as his successor and advises the TMC and BJP against involving the President in their political disputes.

Following Nitish Kumar's departure, the political landscape in Bihar is shifting, presenting the BJP with a challenging electoral environment.

CPI(ML) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya claims development reflects the growing dominance of the BJP over its ally Janata Dal (United)

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

The JD(U) party in India is reportedly preparing for the induction of Nishant, with discussions ongoing about Nitish Kumar's potential successor.

Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, is set to join the JDU on March 8, marking his political debut. Nitish Kumar has affirmed his decision to move to the Rajya Sabha is final and irreversible, assuring party members he will remain involved in Bihar's development. Nishant's entry sparks speculation about his future role within the party or government.

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.

An article discusses the political impact of Nitish Kumar on Bihar and the challenges his successor will face in carrying on his legacy.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha, is seen as a crucial figure for the BJP's political strategy in Bihar, suggesting he may not be easily replaced.

Nitish Kumar exits Bihar CM post after two decades, sparking political upheaval. Known for his strategic alliances and ideological shifts, Kumar carved a unique niche as an OBC leader focusing on…

The race for the 2026 Rajya Sabha elections has commenced, with 37 seats across 10 states going to polls on March 16. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and veteran politician Sharad Pawar are among the key leaders.

Bihar's longest-serving Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, has filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha, signaling a significant political shift after over two decades in power.

Amit Shah said Nitish Kumar lived by the principles of socialist leader Jai Prakash Narayan, as a product of the JP Movement, with a clean record

With Nitish Kumar moving to the Rajya Sabha, the next Chief Minister of Bihar is likely to be from the BJP, with several front-runners being considered.

Reports from Patna indicate a long night of political maneuvering, with preparations underway for the potential exit of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Meeting of top JD-U leaders, including the party’s working president Sanjay Kumar Jha and Union Minister and party’s MP from Munger Rajeev Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh are going on at the official residence of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar

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.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended birthday wishes to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on his 75th birthday, commending his tireless efforts for the state.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar lost his composure in the assembly amidst opposition protests alleging rule by "guns and bullets." He mistakenly stated the NDA's strength as "two thousand and two" instead of 202. The protest began over a police baton charge on village chowkidars demanding higher stipends.

Sources indicate that Nitish Kumar played a significant role in shaping the new Bihar government, which is led by a BJP Chief Minister. Kumar reportedly vetoed several names proposed by the BJP for the top position, ultimately leading to Samrat Chaudhary's appointment.

A new political dynamic is emerging in Bihar, marking a significant shift with the decline of Nitish Kumar's influence and the rise of Samrat Choudhary.

Following Nitish Kumar’s resignation, Tejashwi Yadav has claimed that the Bihar government will now be 'run from Gujarat'.

As Nitish Kumar prepares to resign as Bihar Chief Minister, the BJP has appointed Shivraj Singh Chouhan as an observer to elect the new leader of its Bihar legislature party, with Samrat Choudhary reportedly a frontrunner for the chief minister post.

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.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Nitish Kumar on taking his oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha, praising his contributions to Bihar's development.

Nitish Kumar is scheduled to take his oath as a Rajya Sabha member on Friday and may resign from his post as Bihar Chief Minister on April 14.

A BJP leader announced that India's National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will select a new Chief Minister for Bihar after Nitish Kumar takes his Rajya Sabha oath on April 10. Kumar recently resigned as a legislative council member following his election to the Rajya Sabha.

Prime Minister Modi and Nitish Kumar have announced compensation following a 'deeply painful mishap' involving a stampede in Nalanda, India.

Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav accused the BJP of deceiving Nitish Kumar and the people of Bihar by removing him as Chief Minister.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for the state's development during Bihar Diwas celebrations, highlighting progress under his leadership.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar missed the Eid namaz at Patna’s Gandhi Maidan for the first time in 20 years, instead deputing his son Nishant Kumar to attend the festival.

A repeated gesture by Janata Dal (United) chief Nitish Kumar has sparked widespread speculation in Bihar regarding his potential successor as the state's Chief Minister.

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.

A man in Bihar has been arrested for using AI to create and disseminate objectionable images of Nitish Kumar’s son and MLA Maithili Thakur.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar embarked on a farewell yatra, projecting his legacy and warming up to Samrat, asking 'Sab theek se ho gaya na' (Everything went well, right?).

The standard of living has improved substantially. Earlier, the State had only about 17 lakh power consumers.

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary who was also present, stressed that the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government in Bihar is working without any discrimination, with the motto of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”

Nitish Kumar has resigned from his position as the Chief Minister of Bihar, leading to speculation about his future political moves.

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.

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

The BJP has quietly outmanoeuvred Nitish Kumar in Bihar

Janata Dal (United) leaders expressed pain over Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's move to Delhi as a Rajya Sabha MP, but he reassured them, stating "main hoon na" and clearing the path for his son Nishant's political debut. Party lawmakers were assured of his continued guidance for Bihar. This decision follows Nitish's Rajya Sabha nomination alongside Amit Shah.

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.

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.

The ruling NDA commands a brute majority of 202 in the 243-member assembly and is comfortably placed to ensure Kumar’s victory.

Confirming speculation about the end of his 20-year rule in Bihar with a post on social media, Mr.

To save him from such a disgrace, the NDA should be defeated in the Assembly election, says Manickam Tagore

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Political analysts are examining whether Bihar state politics will take a bipolar turn following developments related to Nitish Kumar.

Nitish Kumar has navigated the complex political terrain of Bihar, marked by strategic alliances and governance initiatives aimed at promoting inclusivity and development

54 institutions in Bihar, India, are set to be transformed into Centres of Excellence as part of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s 'Saat Nischay-3' development program.

Amid buzz that Nitish Kumar might be heading to the Rajya Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is reportedly planning a visit to Bihar.

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.

Sources indicate that Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, is likely to be nominated by the JDU for a seat in the Rajya Sabha.

Ten years after Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar banned liquor, politicians across the state are calling for a review of the prohibition policy, citing significant revenue losses.

Allies of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) are pressuring Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to reconsider the state's liquor ban, citing significant financial losses.

Samrat Choudhary's political journey within the BJP has culminated in a significant role in Bihar, fulfilling his 'muretha' vow following Nitish Kumar's exit, marking a non-conventional path to leadership.

Nitish Kumar has exited the political center stage in Bihar, India, marking the beginning of a new era dominated by the BJP in the state.

Outgoing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has scheduled what is expected to be his final cabinet meeting for April 14. The meeting comes amidst discussions about who will succeed him as the next Chief Minister of Bihar.

Bihar is anticipated to get a new Chief Minister on April 15, following reports that Nitish Kumar may resign after a cabinet meeting on April 14.

New Bihar CM on Apr 14? Nitish Kumar's resignation date set

India's JD(U) party is reportedly outlining a new political era, positioning Nitish Kumar as a mentor and allocating key portfolios to Nishant.

A letter from the Bihar government concerning Z-plus security for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has reportedly caused dissatisfaction among his JDU party colleagues.

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.

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.

The statement has come with BJP leaders of Bihar awaiting a new Chief Minister from the party after Nitish Kumar’s Rajya Sabha win

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.

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.

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.

The ceremony was attended by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, his cabinet colleagues and senior officers, among others

A retrospective piece remembers Satish Kumar, highlighting his significant role in shaping the political landscape of Bihar and contributing to Nitish Kumar's ascent.

An analysis suggests that Bihar has shown consistent and broad forward movement under the leadership of Nitish Kumar.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has outlined his five-year vision for the state during the final leg of his Samriddhi Yatra, striking an optimistic note for Bihar's future, while his deputy maintains he is not leaving.

Last week, India won its third T20 World Cup title, oil prices soared amidst the continuing Iran-U.S. war, and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced his move to the Rajya Sabha.

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.

M.K. Stalin, the Leader of the Opposition, criticized former CM O. Panneerselvam for 'mortgaging the AIADMK' as Panneerselvam and his supporters were inducted into the DMK, predicting a similar political outcome for Palaniswami as Nitish Kumar.

An article details five significant ways in which Nitish Kumar has left his mark on the state of Bihar, highlighting key aspects of his political career.

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.

Whoever gets the CM’s chair will have the unenviable task of governing Bihar and also be the mascot of the transition that the State’s polity and the BJP make in the post-Nitish Kumar era

Sources indicate that Bihar may see a BJP Chief Minister, one Deputy, and 15 ministers from JDU, following Nitish Kumar's nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections after over two decades as Chief Minister.

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.

Bihar's ruling party, JDU, anticipates Nishant Kumar's political debut as his father, Nitish Kumar, prepares to step down.

After nearly two decades at the centre of Bihar politics, Nitish Kumar is preparing to move to the Rajya Sabha. This video looks at his political journey, governance record and the legacy he leaves behind in Bihar.

An analysis suggests that Nitish Kumar's political influence will leave a significant void in Bihar, and how this void is addressed will shape the state's future political narrative.

Nitish Kumar is set to step down as Chief Minister, a move that has generated positive reactions among BJP leaders in Uttar Pradesh, who are reportedly upbeat about the change of guard.

Opposition parties in Bihar, India, have reacted strongly to recent political developments, with the RJD accusing the BJP of a 'political abduction' and stating that Janata Dal (United) voters feel cheated.

To File Nomination In Patna Today In Shah's Presence

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.

The move to shift Kumar has been anticipated since before the 2025 assembly elections. But action was not taken given Kumar's illustrious track record.

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.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar lost his composure in the state assembly after opposition MLAs accused his government of ruling with “guns and bullets”.