NITISH KUMAR RESIGNS

Jitan Ram Manjhi''s perseverance pays off, becomes central minister

Jitan Ram Manjhi, once unexpectedly anointed Chief Minister by Nitish Kumar as a caretaker, defied expectations with bold defiance, leading to his ousting and subsequent formation of HAM(S).

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik resigns after electoral defeat, BJP to form new govt

Naveen Patnaik Resign: After suffering a massive defeat in the State Assembly and Parliamentary elections, the 24-year-old tenure of Odisha CM and BJD chief Naveen Patnaik concluded as he submitted his resignation to the Odisha Governor Raghubar Das at the Raj Bhavan in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday. While BJP secured 78 seats.

With BJP falling short of majority, Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu return as kingmakers

After 27 years, as the election results poured in on Tuesday, it became clear that Naidu, now 74, is back in his old avatar – of being the kingmaker. TDP has emerged the second-largest party in the NDA with 16 LS seats and cornered 134 of 175 assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh. Result: BJP needs Naidu’s support at the Centre, but he does not need them in the state. He is a kingmaker now.

Naidu and Nitish, BJP's slippery partners, emerge as kingmakers

As the BJP struggles to reach the majority mark in the Lok Sabha elections, allies TDP and JD(U) in Andhra Pradesh and Bihar emerge as potential kingmakers. Both parties have had tumultuous relationships with the BJP, adding uncertainty to the outcome and potentially impacting Modi's government and its agenda.

Will Palturam Nitish Kumar play musical chairs once again? Here is a list of his half a dozen U-turns

Nitish Kumar, Janata Dal United (JDU) chief and Bihar Chief Minister, has drawn attention as the opposition INDIA alliance won 233 seats, just 40 short of a majority. Known for his frequent alliance changes, earning him the nickname 'Paltu Kumar,' his shifting loyalties have significantly impacted Bihar and national politics. His future moves ahead of the 2024 elections are keenly watched.

Modi must resign immediately: Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee called for PM Narendra Modi's immediate resignation, citing BJP's failure to secure a majority in Lok Sabha polls.

'Itna zyaada paida karna chahiye kisi ko': Nitish Kumar takes a dig a Lalu Prasad; Tejaswi Yadav hits back

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar criticized RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav for promoting dynastic politics in the state, pointing out appointments of family members to key political positions. Kumar highlighted Yadav's daughters' involvement in ongoing elections. Meanwhile, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused Kumar of lacking principles, adding to political volatility in Bihar. Kumar's JD(U) is now part of the BJP-led NDA in the elections.

Bihar getting a lot of support from Centre: Nitish Kumar at poll rally

Kumar, who has always been careful to project himself as a "secular" leader, also said "so much of Hindu-Muslim clashes Bihar used to witness until we came to power and set things in order. So much was done for the minority community during my tenure. I hope all that will not be forgotten just because I am back with BJP".

Bihar: Maheshwar Hazari, JD(U) leader and former minister, resigns as deputy speaker

There has so far been no confirmation on why Maheshwar Hazari, a two-term MLA from Kalyanpur as well as a former minister in the Nitish Kumar Cabinet, made the decision to resign.

'State of affairs within wasn't good': Nitish Kumar reveals reason for resigning, dumping Mahagathbandhan

Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar has stepped down from his post and has requested the Governor of the state to dissolve the existing government. Expressing his thoughts after resigning, Nitish Kumar stated that the state of affairs within the 'Mahagathbandhan' (grand alliance) formed one and a half years ago was not satisfactory.

Nitish Kumar resignation: Lalu's daughter reacts to Nitish's old video of 'would die then join NDA' with Ram Naam Satya; calls him garbage

After Nitish Kumar resigned as the Chief Minister of Bihar, Lalu Prasad's daughter, Rohini Acharya, criticized him for joining the BJP-led alliance despite his previous statement of not doing so. She called it "garbage going back into the dustbin". Nitish Kumar's resignation marked the end of the government in place. The BJP named Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha as the leader and deputy leader, respectively, of the legislature party.

Bihar political turmoil: RJD puts out ads in newspapers thanking Tejashwi Yadav for his contribution as Deputy CM

Amid political turmoil in Bihar, RJD puts out ads thanking Tejashwi Yadav, the young leader and deputy chief minister. Speculations arise about Nitish Kumar breaking away from the Mahagathbandhan government and joining the BJP-led NDA alliance. If Nitish joins NDA, the ruling coalition in Bihar would collapse.

NDA to form govt in Bihar today, Nitish Kumar to return as CM for 9th time

Nitish Kumar, with the support of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), is likely to take oath as the new Chief Minister of Bihar on Sunday. This development occurred shortly after he submitted his resignation from the position. The decision comes amidst growing speculation of a rift within the INDIA bloc.

As Nitish Kumar submits resignation to Governor, old video of him saying 'would rather die than go to NDA' goes viral. Check it here

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's resignation intensifies political tensions. An old video surfaces of him saying 'would rather die than go to NDA'. Lack of coordination within INDIA bloc, particularly with Congress, led to his switch. Nitish Kumar felt sidelined in the alliance and Congress took center stage. JD(U) has 45 MLAs, NDA has 82, RJD, Congress, and Left parties have 114.

Nitish Kumar's exit a 'gain' for INDIA bloc, says DMK

On Sunday, the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu stated that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's departure from the Mahagathbandhan alliance and subsequent alignment with the BJP is perceived as a setback for the Saffron party and a benefit for the opposition alliance.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar resigns, stakes claim with BJP support to form government

Nitish Kumar had left the alliance in 2022 to form the 'Mahagathbandhan' with the opposition. Various NDA leaders, including former Bihar CM Jitan Ram Manjhi, had previously hinted at a potential breakdown in the alliance between JD(U)-RJD.

Paltu Ram, chameleon: How INDI alliance partners reacted to Nitish Kumar's resignation

Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar CM, drawing severe criticism from INDI alliance partners. Congress compares him to a 'chameleon' and accuses him of betrayal. Shiv Sena slams Kumar for ditching the Mahagatbandhan. Amit Shah had previously used derogatory terms to describe Kumar. BJP's doors closed for Nitish Kumar.

Nitish Kumar after resigning as Bihar CM: ‘Not everything was alright...’

Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar CM, set to go with NDA again

Nitish likely to resign Sunday morning, new state govt to be in place by evening with BJP's support: Source

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to resign from the 'Mahagathbandhan' government by Sunday morning, according to a source close to the CM. Before submitting his papers, Kumar will hold a customary legislature party meeting. Government offices are expected to remain open due to hectic activity.

Bihar Politics Updates: CM Nitish Kumar likely to resign by Sunday morning, says a source close to CM

Nitish Kumar to head JD(U) after Lalan Singh steps down as President

During the Janata Dal (United) national executive meeting, Lalan Singh resigned as the National President, with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar selected as his successor. Nitish Kumar dismissed reports of significant changes, terming the meeting routine. Amid speculations of Nitish's return to the BJP-led NDA, Union Minister Giriraj Singh asserted that all avenues for Nitish within the NDA are closed.

Nitish Kumar, Lalan Singh attend JD(U) office-bearers meeting

Party sources have not ruled out the possibility of Singh stepping down as the JD(U) president at its national executive and council meet on Friday. Kumar may take over the mantle, a party leader said, insisting that there has been no confirmation to this effect from the two top Janata Dal (United) leaders.