The Election Commission is expected to visit Bihar next month, just ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections slated for October-November, raising anticipation that the election schedule might soon be announced. Typically, the Election Commission conducts a visit to a state on the brink of elections before finalising the polling dates, which are usually announced within a few days of the visit. In the upcoming contest, the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising of BJP, JD(U), and LJP, is aiming for a continuation of their rule in Bihar. On the other hand, the INDIA alliance, which includes the RJD, Congress, and left-wing parties, is determined to dethrone Nitish Kumar’s government.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-time-has-come-to-decriminalise-defamation-law-says-supreme-court-in-a-shift-from-its-2016-ruling-1758543853467">‘Time has come to decriminalise defamation law,’ says Supreme Court in a shift from its 2016 ruling</a>&nbsp;The current 243-member Bihar Assembly is dominated by the NDA with 131 seats, of which the BJP holds 80, JD(U) has 45, and HAM(S) has 4, alongside the backing of two independents. In contrast, the opposition INDIA bloc has 111 seats, with the RJD leading at 77, Congress at 19, CPI(ML) at 11, and smaller left parties like CPI(M) and CPI contributing two seats each.&nbsp;Ahead of these elections, the Congress party is set to convene a crucial meeting of its Working Committee (CWC) in Patna on September 24. Key leaders, including Party President Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and other state leaders, are expected to participate in the discussions. The agenda is expected to cover critical state issues such as allegations of ‘vote theft’, rising crime rates, unemployment, and inflation, which have been increasingly problematic in Bihar.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Bihar’s Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has introduced several welfare measures, including free electricity and the deployment of more than 10,000 ‘Vikas Mitras’ to assist marginalised communities in accessing government benefits. Additionally, the state government has announced ₹10,000 for over 30,000 Shiksha Sevaks and Talimi Markaz workers to help them purchase smartphones, facilitating education for children from marginalised backgrounds.

Bihar election countdown: Election Commission set to visit state ahead of poll dates announcement

The Election Commission is expected to visit Bihar next month, just ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections slated for October-November, raising anticipation that the election schedule might soon be announced. Typically, the Election Commission conducts a visit to a state on the brink of elections before finalising the polling dates, which are usually announced within a few days of the visit. In the upcoming contest, the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), comprising of BJP, JD(U), and LJP, is aiming for a continuation of their rule in Bihar. On the other hand, the INDIA alliance, which includes the RJD, Congress, and left-wing parties, is determined to dethrone Nitish Kumar’s government. Also Read: ‘Time has come to decriminalise defamation law,’ says Supreme Court in a shift from its 2016 ruling The current 243-member Bihar Assembly is dominated by the NDA with 131 seats, of which the BJP holds 80, JD(U) has 45, and HAM(S) has 4, alongside the backing of two independents. In contrast, the opposition INDIA bloc has 111 seats, with the RJD leading at 77, Congress at 19, CPI(ML) at 11, and smaller left parties like CPI(M) and CPI contributing two seats each. Ahead of these elections, the Congress party is set to convene a crucial meeting of its Working Committee (CWC) in Patna on September 24. Key leaders, including Party President Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and other state leaders, are expected to participate in the discussions. The agenda is expected to cover critical state issues such as allegations of ‘vote theft’, rising crime rates, unemployment, and inflation, which have been increasingly problematic in Bihar. Meanwhile, Bihar’s Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has introduced several welfare measures, including free electricity and the deployment of more than 10,000 ‘Vikas Mitras’ to assist marginalised communities in accessing government benefits. Additionally, the state government has announced ₹10,000 for over 30,000 Shiksha Sevaks and Talimi Markaz workers to help them purchase smartphones, facilitating education for children from marginalised backgrounds.

The Election Commission is set to visit Bihar ahead of the October-November Assembly polls. With NDA and INDIA alliances preparing for a fierce contest, Congress is holding a key meeting to address state issues

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted an aerial survey of flood-hit states to assess the damage. He announced ₹1,500 crore in central aid to support relief and rehabilitation efforts.

PM Modi conducts aerial survey of flood-hit states, announces 1,500 crore central aid

India-U.S Tariff Clash: The US detailed a draft plan through the Department of Homeland Security to impose a 50% tariff on Indian goods, following an earlier announcement by Donald Trump. Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that India will protect the interests of farmers and small businesses amid looming 50% US tariffs. 


India-US tariff clash: PM Modi says, India will not yield to US Tariffs

NDA, I.N.D.I.A Block Candidates File Nominations, setting the stage for a major political showdown. How is the race progressing and what does it mean for India's future?

India's next Vice-President: NDA, I.N.D.I.A block candidates file nominations

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been officially declared the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election, scheduled to be held on September 9, 2025.
The announcement was made by BJP National President and Union Minister JP Nadda, following a key meeting of the BJP Parliamentary Board chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader and two-time MP from Tamil Nadu, currently serves as the Governor of Maharashtra. His nomination underscores the NDA’s strategic positioning ahead of the upcoming election.

NDA picks Maharashtra governor: CP Radhakrishnan announced as V-P nominee

BJP national president JP Nadda announced on Sunday that Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan, one of the party’s tallest leaders from Tamil Nadu, will be the NDA’s candidate for the post of the Vice President.Radhakrishnan has also been the Governor of Jharkhand and a two-term MP from Coimbatore.“He has 40 years of experience in politics and has worn many hats,” said BJP chief JP Nadda, while making the announcement&nbsp;at a press conference on Sunday evening.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan will be the NDA&#39;s candidate for the Vice Presidential election, says BJP national president and Union Minister JP Nadda <a href="https://t.co/VzSJVjoF6p">pic.twitter.com/VzSJVjoF6p</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1957087443833782404?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The vice presidential election is scheduled for September 9, and the last date of nomination is August 22.&nbsp;“We will talk to the opposition as well. We should also get their support so that together we can ensure an unopposed election for the post of vice president. As we said earlier, we have been in touch with them, and our senior leaders have contacted them earlier as well, and even now, we will remain in touch with them, and all our NDA colleagues have supported us. CP Radhakrishnan is our NDA’s candidate for Vice President,” Nadda said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In his long years in public life, Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji has distinguished himself with his dedication, humility and intellect. During the various positions he has held, he has always focused on community service and empowering the marginalised. He has done extensive work at… <a href="https://t.co/WrbKl4LB9S">pic.twitter.com/WrbKl4LB9S</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1957098105054417214?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

PM Narendra Modi praised CP Radhakrishnan for his dedication, humility and intellect, and said in a post on X, “In his long years in public life, Thiru CP Radhakrishnan Ji has distinguished himself with his dedication, humility and intellect. During the various positions he has held, he has always focused on community service and empowering the marginalised. He has done extensive work at the grassroots in Tamil Nadu. I am glad that the NDA family has decided to nominate him as the Vice Presidential candidate of our alliance.” &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">PM Modi chaired the Parliamentary Committee Meeting at the BJP headquarters in Delhi. <a href="https://t.co/YPS9s0b2of">pic.twitter.com/YPS9s0b2of</a>&mdash; BJP (@BJP4India) <a href="https://twitter.com/BJP4India/status/1957088516506358268?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier in the day, the BJP parliamentary board met on Sunday to decide the name of the candidate for the election. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and other senior leaders also attended the meeting.&nbsp;“PM Modi presided over the Parliamentary Committee meeting, where, after extensive deliberations, it was decided to nominate Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, the Governor of Maharashtra, as the NDA's candidate for the position of Vice President,” said Nadda.&nbsp;<h2>Why did NDA pick CP Radhakrishnan?</h2>&nbsp;Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan was born in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, on October 20, 1957. Radhakrishnan was sworn in as the Governor of Maharashtra on July 31, 2024 after having served as the Governor of Jharkhand for nearly one and a half years.He has been a two-term MP from Coimbatore and also headed the Tamil Nadu unit of the BJP.Radhakrishnan earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He has been a member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and served as the State Executive Committee Member of the Bharatiya Janasangh in 1974.However, his choice as NDA’s vice presidential candidate comes ahead of the next year’s assembly elections in Tamil Nadu. His nomination is likely to send a signal to the people of the state where the BJP is yet to come up with a good show at hustings.

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been officially declared as the candidate of the NDA, nearly a month after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post, citing health reasons. Radhakrishnan’s candidature was announced by BJP national president JP Nadda.

BJP national president JP Nadda announced on Sunday that Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan, one of the party’s tallest leaders from Tamil Nadu, will be the NDA’s candidate for the post of the Vice President. Radhakrishnan has also been the Governor of Jharkhand and a two-term MP from Coimbatore. “He has 40 years of experience in politics and has worn many hats,” said BJP chief JP Nadda, while making the announcement at a press conference on Sunday evening.

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been officially declared as the candidate of the NDA, nearly a month after Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post, citing health reasons. Radhakrishnan’s candidature was announced by BJP national president JP Nadda.

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan named NDA’s candidate for Vice Presidential election

The National Democratic Alliance on Tuesday (Aug 5) passed a resolution lauding the success of two major Indian anti-terror operations, Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev, while praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership during the missions. The resolution, adopted at the NDA parliamentary party meeting, credited Modi’s "visionary statesmanship and resolute command" for not only steering the country with purpose but also igniting "a renewed spirit of unity and pride in the hearts of all Indians". The Indian PM was also felicitated at the meeting, which was attended by senior leaders including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, Prahlad Joshi, and Kangana Ranaut.<h2>NDA resolution on Pahalgam</h2>"The NDA Parliamentary Party salutes the unmatched courage and unwavering commitment of our armed forces, who showed heroic valour during Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev. Their courage highlights their unflinching devotion to protecting our nation. We pay our deepest condolences and respects to those who lost their lives in the Pahalgam terror attack," states the resolution. It also highlighted India's recent diplomatic wins, noting the US designation of The Resistance Front (TRF) — the terrorist group behind the deadly Pahalgam attack — as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation. It also praises the BRICS Joint Declaration that condemned the attack and vowed to "ensure zero tolerance for terrorism and reject double standards in countering terrorism".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚, 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐌 𝐒𝐡𝐫𝐢 <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>, 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤. The NDA Parliamentary Party salutes the unmatched valour of our forces, the iron-willed leadership of PM Modi, and India’s unwavering resolve against terror. The barbaric… <a href="https://t.co/oydos3Q1Fd">pic.twitter.com/oydos3Q1Fd</a>&mdash; BJP (@BJP4India) <a href="https://twitter.com/BJP4India/status/1952663447495393521?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

It also spotlighted the government’s massive outreach campaign that followed Operation Sindoor, where 59 MPs, including from opposition parties, visited 32 countries to present India's case on terrorism. The resolution called this a display of "democratic maturity" and Modi's statesmanship in forging unity on national issues.The NDA paid tributes to the victims of the Pahalgam attack and praised the "unflinching courage" of Indian security forces. "The NDA Parliamentary Party salutes the unmatched courage and unwavering commitment of our armed forces, who showed heroic valour during Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev. Their courage highlights their unflinching devotion to protecting our nation. We pay our deepest condolences and respects to those who lost their lives in the Pahalgam terror attack."

The resolution, adopted at the NDA parliamentary party meeting, credited Modi’s "visionary statesmanship and resolute command" for not only steering the country with purpose but also igniting "a renewed spirit of unity and pride in the hearts of all Indians".

The National Democratic Alliance on Tuesday (Aug 5) passed a resolution lauding the success of two major Indian anti-terror operations, Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev, while praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership during the missions. The resolution, adopted at the NDA parliamentary party meeting, credited Modi’s "visionary statesmanship and resolute command" for not only steering the country with purpose but also igniting "a renewed spirit of unity and pride in the hearts of all Indians". The Indian PM was also felicitated at the meeting, which was attended by senior leaders including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, Prahlad Joshi, and Kangana Ranaut. NDA resolution on Pahalgam "The NDA Parliamentary Party salutes the unmatched courage and unwavering commitment of our armed forces, who showed heroic valour during Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev. Their courage highlights their unflinching devotion to protecting our nation. We pay our deepest condolences and respects to those who lost their lives in the Pahalgam terror attack," states the resolution. It also highlighted India's recent diplomatic wins, noting the US designation of The Resistance Front (TRF) — the terrorist group behind the deadly Pahalgam attack — as a Foreign Terrorist Organisation. It also praises the BRICS Joint Declaration that condemned the attack and vowed to "ensure zero tolerance for terrorism and reject double standards in countering terrorism".

The resolution, adopted at the NDA parliamentary party meeting, credited Modi’s "visionary statesmanship and resolute command" for not only steering the country with purpose but also igniting "a renewed spirit of unity and pride in the hearts of all Indians".

'New India will always strike back': NDA hails Modi's leadership, passes resolution praising 'Operation Sindoor' and 'Operation Mahadev'

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Aug 5) was felicitated by MPs of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for the success of Operation Sindoor. They also celebrated Operation Mahadev with loud chants of ‘Har Har Mahadev’. This happened during the NDA parliamentary party meeting that was held at the Parliament Library Building in New Delhi. The key meeting comes during a Parliament stalemate, as opposition parties push for discussion and withdrawal of Bihar's SIR electoral roll revision. Top NDA leaders, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, and Kangana Ranaut, were in attendance at the meeting.

<h2>'Har Har Mahadev' echoes during NDA meeting</h2>Videos show that thunderous applause and chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' echoed in the Parliament Library Building (PLB) as the NDA ministers celebrated the success of both Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev at the beginning of the meeting.

<h2>Opposition leaders to also hold a strategy meeting</h2>Reports suggest that opposition leaders of the INDIA bloc are also set to hold their own strategy meeting on Tuesday at 10 am in the Parliament Library Building, in the office of the Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha. This will be followed by a protest outside Parliament at 10:30 am under the banner ‘Our Vote, Our Right, Our Fight’ — demanding the rollback of the Bihar electoral roll revision.<h2>What's on Parliament's agenda today?</h2>The day in Parliament will begin with obituary references to former MPs Tilakdhari Prasad Singh, Ram Rati Bind, and Shibu Soren, reports ANI. According to the List of Business issued by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is scheduled to move amendments to the National Anti-Doping Act, 2022, for consideration and passage in the House. The Union Sports Minister will also move the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, in the lower house of the Parliament.

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The felicitation happened during the NDA parliamentary party meeting held at the Parliament Library Building in New Delhi. 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Aug 5) was felicitated by MPs of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for the success of Operation Sindoor. They also celebrated Operation Mahadev with loud chants of ‘Har Har Mahadev’. This happened during the NDA parliamentary party meeting that was held at the Parliament Library Building in New Delhi. The key meeting comes during a Parliament stalemate, as opposition parties push for discussion and withdrawal of Bihar's SIR electoral roll revision. Top NDA leaders, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, and Kangana Ranaut, were in attendance at the meeting.

The felicitation happened during the NDA parliamentary party meeting held at the Parliament Library Building in New Delhi.&nbsp;

PM Modi felicitated by NDA MPs over success of Operation Sindoor

PM Modi interacted with a delegation of Dawoodi Bohra Community members. They thanked him for bringing the Waqf Amendment Act. They expressed commitment for PM's vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. PM recalled his strong bonds with members of the Dawoodi Bohra community and praised the community for their social welfare work.

Dawoodi Bohra Leaders Meet PM Modi, Express Support For Waqf Amendment Act

The recently enacted Waqf Amendment Act 2025 pushes a secularisation of properties owned Muslim religious institutions and charities in India. Clauses allowing for a government say in administration of such properties has raised strong opposition from Muslims that alleges, with non-BJP state governments alleging targeting of minorities. Inside South Asia looks at the various contentious clauses.

Waqf Amendment Act Row Rages On

India's opposition party, Congress, says it will very soon challenge in the Supreme Court the constitutionality of the Waqf Reservation Bill that was passed in Parliament. The bill was approved by the Parliament after the upper house gave its nod to the contentious bill following an over 13-hour debate.

Waqf Bill sparks nationwide protests, Kolkata, Chennai, Ahmedabad rise against amendments

Protests Erupt In Kolkata, Chennai And Ahmedabad Against Waqf Amendment Bill

Bihar Chief Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=Nitish+Kumar" rel="dofollow">Nitish Kumar</a> on Saturday (Jan 4) said that "he made a mistake twice" in the past by joining hands with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).&nbsp;
Nitish Kumar's statement comes after RJD spremo Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday said that he was ready to "forgive and welcome" Bihar Chief Minister Kumar to join the opposition INDIA bloc.&nbsp;
Yadav said that Nitish should also open the gates as it would facilitate movement from both sides.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/what-are-you-saying-bihar-cm-nitish-reacts-to-rjd-leader-lalu-yadavs-invite-to-india-bloc-8586600" rel="dofollow">Also read: 'What are you saying,' Bihar CM Nitish reacts to RJD leader Lalu Yadav's invite to INDIA bloc</a>
However, the Bihar CM hinted at remaining with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA).&nbsp;
This comes amid the ongoing speculations of a potential "tie-up" between JDU and the Mahagathbandhan ahead of the Bihar polls.&nbsp;
Nitish while addressing a review meeting said, "The people of Bihar gave us a chance to work from November 24, 2005. Since then, we have been continuously working for the development of the state. Before 2005, Bihar&rsquo;s condition was very bad. People were afraid to leave their houses after evening, there was no arrangement for treatment in hospitals, and the roads were dilapidated."
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bihar-bjp-confirms-nitish-kumar-as-ndas-chief-minister-candidate-for-2025-polls-786278" rel="dofollow">Also read: Bihar BJP confirms Nitish Kumar as NDA's chief minister candidate for 2025 polls</a>
He added that when the people of Bihar gave us a chance to work, the condition of the state changed.&nbsp;
"We went here and there by mistake twice. But now we will always stay together and will develop the country along with Bihar," Kumar added.&nbsp;
Earlier on Thursday, Lalu Yadav said, "Our doors are open (for Nitish). He should also unbolt his gates. This would facilitate movement of people from both sides."&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/al-qaeda-after-nitish-kumar-authorities-act-as-bihar-cmo-gets-threatening-email-attributed-to-terror-group-746967" rel="dofollow">Also read: Al-Qaeda after Nitish Kumar? Authorities act as Bihar CMO gets threatening email attributed to terror group</a>
However, when journalists asked Nitish Kumar about the RJD supremo's offer, the Bihar CM reacted with, "What are you saying?"&nbsp;
"What are you saying (Kya bol rahe hain)" was all Nitish Kumar said in response when journalists asked him about Prasad's offer, Indian news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: Nitish Kumar's statement comes after Yadav on Wednesday said that he was ready to "forgive and welcome" Bihar Chief Minister Kumar to join the opposition INDIA bloc. 

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday (Jan 4) said that "he made a mistake twice" in the past by joining hands with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). Nitish Kumar's statement comes after RJD spremo Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday said that he was ready to "forgive and welcome" Bihar Chief Minister Kumar to join the opposition INDIA bloc. Yadav said that Nitish should also open the gates as it would facilitate movement from both sides. Also read: 'What are you saying,' Bihar CM Nitish reacts to RJD leader Lalu Yadav's invite to INDIA bloc However, the Bihar CM hinted at remaining with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). This comes amid the ongoing speculations of a potential "tie-up" between JDU and the Mahagathbandhan ahead of the Bihar polls. Nitish while addressing a review meeting said, "The people of Bihar gave us a chance to work from November 24, 2005. Since then, we have been continuously working for the development of the state. Before 2005, Bihar’s condition was very bad. People were afraid to leave their houses after evening, there was no arrangement for treatment in hospitals, and the roads were dilapidated." Also read: Bihar BJP confirms Nitish Kumar as NDA's chief minister candidate for 2025 polls He added that when the people of Bihar gave us a chance to work, the condition of the state changed. "We went here and there by mistake twice. But now we will always stay together and will develop the country along with Bihar," Kumar added. Earlier on Thursday, Lalu Yadav said, "Our doors are open (for Nitish). He should also unbolt his gates. This would facilitate movement of people from both sides." Also read: Al-Qaeda after Nitish Kumar? Authorities act as Bihar CMO gets threatening email attributed to terror group However, when journalists asked Nitish Kumar about the RJD supremo's offer, the Bihar CM reacted with, "What are you saying?" "What are you saying (Kya bol rahe hain)" was all Nitish Kumar said in response when journalists asked him about Prasad's offer, Indian news agency PTI reported. (With inputs from agencies)

'Went here and there by mistake twice,' Bihar CM Nitish hints at staying with NDA after Lalu Yadav's invite

New Delhi, India
The Bihar BJP has resolved the uncertainty surrounding its leadership for the 2025 assembly elections, confirming that Nitish Kumar will remain the face of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). At a two-day core committee meeting held in Surajkund, Haryana, the party leaders unanimously agreed to contest the upcoming polls under Kumar’s leadership.
<h2>No change in leadership, says BJP</h2>
BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal, addressing the media after the meeting, dismissed any doubts about a change in leadership. "The Core Committee has unanimously decided that we will contest the elections under Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi," Jaiswal stated. He further emphasised, "Nitish Kumar is our face, and there will be no change in this."
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<h2>Amit Shah's comments sparked speculation</h2>
The clarity from the BJP comes after recent comments made by Union Minister Amit Shah, which had fuelled speculation about the NDA's leadership. When asked if the alliance could contest the elections without a designated chief ministerial candidate, Shah responded cryptically, saying, "We will sit together and decide. We will inform you after a decision is made." This comment led to widespread speculation about the BJP’s strategy for the upcoming polls.
Jaiswal, however, clarified that the leadership issue had been conclusively addressed during the core committee meeting, which saw the participation of 31 members, including senior party leaders BL Santosh and Vinod Tawde.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-criticises-govt-over-caramel-popcorn-gst-asks-if-pm-will-show-courage-for-gst-overhaul-786174">Congress criticises govt over caramel popcorn GST, asks if PM will show courage for GST overhaul</a>
<h2>Allies offer strong backing for Kumar</h2>
Union Minister Giriraj Singh also weighed in, making it clear that Kumar’s leadership is secure. "Nitish Kumar is our leader and will remain our leader. There is no confusion," Singh asserted. 
The Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM-S), another key NDA partner, also lent its support to Kumar. HAM-S leader and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi reaffirmed, "The NDA will contest the 2025 elections under Nitish Kumar."
(With inputs from agencies)

BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal, addressing the media after the meeting, dismissed any doubts about a change in leadership.



New Delhi, India The Bihar BJP has resolved the uncertainty surrounding its leadership for the 2025 assembly elections, confirming that Nitish Kumar will remain the face of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). At a two-day core committee meeting held in Surajkund, Haryana, the party leaders unanimously agreed to contest the upcoming polls under Kumar’s leadership. No change in leadership, says BJP BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal, addressing the media after the meeting, dismissed any doubts about a change in leadership. "The Core Committee has unanimously decided that we will contest the elections under Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi," Jaiswal stated. He further emphasised, "Nitish Kumar is our face, and there will be no change in this." Also read | 'We want her back...': Bangladesh formally writes to India to facilitate return of Sheikh Hasina Amit Shah's comments sparked speculation The clarity from the BJP comes after recent comments made by Union Minister Amit Shah, which had fuelled speculation about the NDA's leadership. When asked if the alliance could contest the elections without a designated chief ministerial candidate, Shah responded cryptically, saying, "We will sit together and decide. We will inform you after a decision is made." This comment led to widespread speculation about the BJP’s strategy for the upcoming polls. Jaiswal, however, clarified that the leadership issue had been conclusively addressed during the core committee meeting, which saw the participation of 31 members, including senior party leaders BL Santosh and Vinod Tawde. Also read | Congress criticises govt over caramel popcorn GST, asks if PM will show courage for GST overhaul Allies offer strong backing for Kumar Union Minister Giriraj Singh also weighed in, making it clear that Kumar’s leadership is secure. "Nitish Kumar is our leader and will remain our leader. There is no confusion," Singh asserted. The Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM-S), another key NDA partner, also lent its support to Kumar. HAM-S leader and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi reaffirmed, "The NDA will contest the 2025 elections under Nitish Kumar." (With inputs from agencies)

Bihar BJP confirms Nitish Kumar as NDA's chief minister candidate for 2025 polls

The Bihar BJP has resolved the uncertainty surrounding its leadership for the 2025 assembly elections, confirming that Nitish Kumar will remain the face of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). At a two-day core committee meeting held in Surajkund, Haryana, the party leaders unanimously agreed to contest the upcoming polls under Kumar’s leadership.

<h2>No change in leadership, says BJP</h2>

BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal, addressing the media after the meeting, dismissed any doubts about a change in leadership. "The Core Committee has unanimously decided that we will contest the elections under Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi," Jaiswal stated. He further emphasised, "Nitish Kumar is our face, and there will be no change in this."

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<h2>Amit Shah's comments sparked speculation</h2>

The clarity from the BJP comes after recent comments made by Union Minister Amit Shah, which had fuelled speculation about the NDA's leadership. When asked if the alliance could contest the elections without a designated chief ministerial candidate, Shah responded cryptically, saying, "We will sit together and decide. We will inform you after a decision is made." This comment led to widespread speculation about the BJP’s strategy for the upcoming polls.

Jaiswal, however, clarified that the leadership issue had been conclusively addressed during the core committee meeting, which saw the participation of 31 members, including senior party leaders BL Santosh and Vinod Tawde.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-criticises-govt-over-caramel-popcorn-gst-asks-if-pm-will-show-courage-for-gst-overhaul-786174">Congress criticises govt over caramel popcorn GST, asks if PM will show courage for GST overhaul</a>

<h2>Allies offer strong backing for Kumar</h2>

Union Minister Giriraj Singh also weighed in, making it clear that Kumar’s leadership is secure. "Nitish Kumar is our leader and will remain our leader. There is no confusion," Singh asserted.&nbsp;

The Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM-S), another key NDA partner, also lent its support to Kumar. HAM-S leader and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi reaffirmed, "The NDA will contest the 2025 elections under Nitish Kumar."

(With inputs from agencies)

The Bihar BJP has resolved the uncertainty surrounding its leadership for the 2025 assembly elections, confirming that Nitish Kumar will remain the face of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

The Bihar BJP has resolved the uncertainty surrounding its leadership for the 2025 assembly elections, confirming that Nitish Kumar will remain the face of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). At a two-day core committee meeting held in Surajkund, Haryana, the party leaders unanimously agreed to contest the upcoming polls under Kumar’s leadership. No change in leadership, says BJP BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal, addressing the media after the meeting, dismissed any doubts about a change in leadership. "The Core Committee has unanimously decided that we will contest the elections under Nitish Kumar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi," Jaiswal stated. He further emphasised, "Nitish Kumar is our face, and there will be no change in this." Also read | 'We want her back...': Bangladesh formally writes to India to facilitate return of Sheikh Hasina Amit Shah's comments sparked speculation The clarity from the BJP comes after recent comments made by Union Minister Amit Shah, which had fuelled speculation about the NDA's leadership. When asked if the alliance could contest the elections without a designated chief ministerial candidate, Shah responded cryptically, saying, "We will sit together and decide. We will inform you after a decision is made." This comment led to widespread speculation about the BJP’s strategy for the upcoming polls. Jaiswal, however, clarified that the leadership issue had been conclusively addressed during the core committee meeting, which saw the participation of 31 members, including senior party leaders BL Santosh and Vinod Tawde. Also read | Congress criticises govt over caramel popcorn GST, asks if PM will show courage for GST overhaul Allies offer strong backing for Kumar Union Minister Giriraj Singh also weighed in, making it clear that Kumar’s leadership is secure. "Nitish Kumar is our leader and will remain our leader. There is no confusion," Singh asserted. The Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM-S), another key NDA partner, also lent its support to Kumar. HAM-S leader and Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi reaffirmed, "The NDA will contest the 2025 elections under Nitish Kumar." (With inputs from agencies)

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Maharashtra election results 2024: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti coalition has hailed victory in the Indian state of Maharashtra's Assembly elections.

Maharashtra election results 2024: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti coalition has hailed victory in the Indian state of Maharashtra's Assembly elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed NDA's victory in Maharashtra, saying, "Development wins! Good governance wins! United we will soar even higher! Heartfelt gratitude to my sisters and brothers of Maharashtra... especially the youth and women of the state... for a historic mandate to the NDA. This affection and warmth is unparalleled." Here is the full list of winners and their constituencies Candidate Party Seat Status Bankar Diliprao Shankarrao NCP Niphad WON Gavit Rajendra Dhedya SHS Palghar WON Shantaram Tukaram More SHS Bhiwandi Rural WON Parag Shah BJP Ghatkopar East WON Kalidas Nilkanth Kolambkar BJP Wadala WON Aditi Sunil Tatkare NCP Shrivardhan WON Abhijeet Dhananjay Patil NCP(SP) Madha WON Kalyanshetti Sachin Panchappa BJP Akkalkuwa WON Rajesh Udesing Padvi BJP Shahada WON Dr.Vijaykumar Krushanrao Gavit BJP Nandurbar WON Shirishkumar Surupsing Naik INC Nawapur WON Manjula Tulshiram Gavit SHS Sakri WON Raghavendra (Ramdada) Manohar Patil BJP Dhule Rural WON Agrawal Anupbhaiyya Omprakash BJP Dhule City WON Jaykumar Jitendrasinh Rawal BJP Sindkheda WON Kashiram Vechan Pawara BJP Shirpur WON Chandrakant Baliram Sonawane SHS Chopda WON Amol Haribhau Jawale BJP Raver WON Savkare Sanjay Waman BJP Bhusawal WON Suresh Damu Bhole (Raju Mama) BJP Jalgaon City WON Gulabrao Raghunath Patil SHS Jalgaon Rural WON Anil Bhaidas Patil NCP Amalner WON Amol Chimanrao Patil SHS Erandol WON Mangesh Ramesh Chavan BJP Chalisgaon WON Kishor Appa Patil SHS Pachora WON Girish Dattatray Mahajan BJP Jamner WON Chandrakant Nimba Patil SHS Muktainagar WON Chainsukh Madanlal Sancheti BJP Malkapur WON Gaikwad Sanjay Rambhau SHS Buldhana WON Shweta Vidyadhar Mahale BJP Chikhli WON Kayande Manoj Devanand NCP Sindkhed Raja WON Kharat Siddharth Rambhau SHS(UBT) Mehkar WON Akash Pandurang Fundkar BJP Khamgaon WON Kute Sanjay Shriram BJP Jalgaon (Jamod) WON Prakash Gunwant Bharsakle BJP Akot WON Nitin Bhikanrao Deshmukh SHS(UBT) Balapur WON Sajid Khan Pathan INC Akola West WON Randhir Pralhadrao Sawarkar BJP Akola East WON Harish Marotiappa Pimple BJP Murtizapur WON Ameet Subhashrao Zanak INC Risod WON Shyam Ramcharan Khode BJP Washim WON Sai Prakash Dahake BJP Karanja WON Adsad Pratap Arunbhau BJP Dhamangaon Railway WON Ravi Gangadhar Rana RYSP Badnera WON Sulbha Sanjay Khodke NCP Amravati WON Rajesh Shriramji Wankhade 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NCP Arjuni Morgaon WON Vijay Bharatlal Rahangdale BJP Tirora WON Agrawal Vinod BJP Gondiya WON Sanjay Puram BJP Amgaon WON Ramdas Maluji Masram INC Armori WON Dr Milind Narote BJP Gadchiroli WON Atram Dharamraobaba Bhagwantrao NCP Aheri WON Deorao Bhongle BJP Rajura WON Jorgewar Kishor Gajanan BJP Chandrapur WON Mungantiwar Sudhir Sacchidanand BJP Ballarpur WON Vijay Namdeorao Wadettiwar INC Brahmapuri WON Banti Bhangdiya BJP Chimur WON Karan Sanjay Deotale BJP Warora WON Derkar Sanjay Nilkanthrao SHS(UBT) Wani WON Prof. Dr Ashok Wookie BJP Ralegaon WON Anil Alias Balasaheb Shankarrao Mangulkar INC Yavatmal WON Rathod Sanjay Dulichand SHS Digras WON Raju Narayan Todsam BJP Arni WON Indranil Manohar Naik NCP Pusad WON Kisan Maroti Wankhede BJP Umarkhed WON Bhimrao Keram BJP Kinwat WON Kohlikar Baburao Kadam SHS Hadgaon WON Chavan Sreejaya Ashokrao BJP Bhokar WON Balaji Devidasrao Kalyankar SHS Nanded North WON Ananda Tidke SHS Nanded South WON Prataprao Patil Chikhalikar NCP Loha WON Rajesh Sambhajirao Pawar BJP Naigaon WON Antapurkar Jitesh Raosaheb BJP Deglur WON Tushar Govindrao Rathod BJP Mukhhed WON Chandrakant Alias Rajubhaiya Ramakant Navghare NCP Basmath WON Bangar Santosh Laxmanrao SHS Kalamnuri WON Mutkule Tanhaji Sakharamji BJP Hingoli WON Boridkar Meghna Deepak Sakore BJP Jintur WON Dr. Rahul Vedprakash Patil SHS(UBT) Parbhani WON Gutte Manikrao RSP Gangakhed WON Rajesh Uttamrao Vitekar NCP Pathri WON Babanrao Dattatray Yadav (Lonikar) BJP Partur WON Udhan Hikmat Baliram SHS Ghansawangi WON Arjun Panditrao Khotkar SHS Jalna WON Kuche Narayan Tilakchand BJP Badnapur WON Danve Santosh Raosaheb BJP Bhokardan WON Abdul Sattar SHS Sillod WON Ranjanatai (Sanjana) Harshvardhan Jadhav SHS Kannad WON Anuradha Atul Chavan BJP Phulambri WON Jaiswal Pradeep Shivnarayan SHS Aurangabad Central WON Sanjay Pandurang Shirsat SHS Aurangabad West WON Atul Save BJP Aurangabad East WON Bhumre Vilas Sandipanrao SHS Paithan WON Bumb Prashant Bansilal BJP Gangapur WON Bornare (Sir) Ramesh Nanasaheb SHS Vaijapur WON Suhas (Aanna) Dwarkanath Kande SHS Nandgaon WON Mufti Mohammad Ismail Abdul Khalique AIMIM Malegaon Central WON Dadaji Dagdu Bhuse SHS Malegaon Outer WON Dilip Manglu Borse BJP Baglan WON Nitinbhau Arjun (A.T.) Pawar NCP Kalwan WON Dr.Aher Rahul Daulatrao BJP Chandvad WON Chhagan Bhujbal NCP Yevla WON Adv. Kokate Manikrao Shivaji NCP Sinnar WON Narahari Sitaram Zirwal NCP Dindori WON Adv.Rahul Uttamrao Dhikale BJP Nashik East WON Devyani Suhas Pharande BJP Nashik Central WON Hiray Seema Mahesh BJP Nashik West WON Ahire Saroj Babulal NCP Deolali WON Khoskar Hiraman Bhika NCP Igatpuri WON Vinod Bhiva Nikole CPI (M) Dahanu WON Bhoye Harishchandra Sakharam BJP Vikramgad WON Vilas Sukur Tare SHS Boisar WON Rajan Balkrishna Naik BJP Nalasopara WON Sneha Dube Pandit BJP Vasai WON Daulat Bhika Daroda NCP Shahapur WON Choughule Mahesh Prabhakar BJP Bhiwandi West WON Rais Kasam Shaikh SP Bhiwandi East WON Vishwanath Atmaram Bhoir SHS Kalyan West WON Kisan Shankar Kathore BJP Murbad WON Dr. Balaji Pralhad Kinikar SHS Ambernath WON Ailani Kumar Uttamchand BJP Ulhasnagar WON Sulbha Ganpat Gaikwad BJP Kalyan East WON Chavan Ravindra Dattatray BJP Dombivali WON Rajesh Govardhan More SHS Kalyan Rural WON Narendra Mehta BJP Mira Bhayandar WON Pratap Baburao Sarnaik SHS Ovala - Majiwada WON Eknath Sambhaji Shinde SHS Kopri - Pachpakhadi WON Sanjay Mukund Kelkar BJP Thane WON Awhad Jitendra Satish NCP(SP) Mumbra - Kalwa WON Ganesh Ramchandra Naik BJP Airoli WON Manda Vijay Mhatre BJP Belapur WON Sanjay Upadhyay BJP Borivali WON Chaudhary Manisha Ashok BJP Dahisar WON Prakash Surve SHS Magathane WON Mihir Kotecha BJP Mulund WON Sunil Rajaram Raut SHS(UBT) Vikhroli WON Ashok Dharmaraj SHS Bhandup West WON Anant (Bala) B.Nar SHS(UBT) Jogeshwari East WON Narahari Sitaram Zirwal NCP Dindoshi WON Atul Bhatkhalkar BJP Kandivali East WON Yogesh Sagar BJP Charkop WON Aslam Ramjanali Shaikh INC Malad West WON Vidya Jaiprakash Thakur BJP Goregaon WON Haroon Khan SHS(UBT) Versova WON Ameet Bhaskar Satam BJP Andheri West WON Murji Patel (Kaka) SHS Andheri East WON Alavani Parag BJP Vile Parle WON Dilip Bhausaheb Lande SHS Chandivali WON Ram Kadam BJP Ghatkopar West WON Abu Asim Azmi SP Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar WON Sana Malik NCP Anushakti Nagar WON Tukaram Ramkrushna Kate SHS Chembur WON Kudalkar Mangesh SHS Kurla WON Sanjay Govind Potnis SHS(UBT) Kalina WON Varun Satish Sardesai SHS(UBT) Vandre East WON Adv. Ashish Shelar BJP Vandre West WON Dr. Gaikwad Jyoti Eknath INC Dharavi WON Captain R Tamil Selvan BJP Sion Koliwada WON Mahesh Baliram Sawant SHS(UBT) Mahim WON Aditya Uddhav Thackeray SHS(UBT) Worli WON Ajay Vinayak Choudhari SHS(UBT) Shivadi WON Manoj Pandurang Jamsutkar SHS(UBT) Byculla WON Mangal Prabhat Lodha BJP Malabar Hill WON Amin Patel INC Mumbadevi WON Adv Rahul Suresh Narwekar BJP Colaba WON Prashant Ramsheth Thakur BJP Panvel WON Thorve Mahendra Sadashiv SHS Karjat WON Mahesh Baldi BJP Uran WON Ravisheth Patil BJP Pen WON Mahendra Hari Dalvi SHS Alibag WON Gogawale Bharat Maruti SHS Mahad WON Sharaddada Bhimaji Sonawane (Independent) Junnar WON Dilip Dattatray Walse Patil NCP Ambegaon WON Babaji Ramchandra Kale SHS(UBT) Khed Alandi WON Dnyaneshwar ALIAS Mauli Aba Katke NCP Shirur WON Kul Rahul Subhashrao BJP Daund WON Dattatraya Vithoba Bharane NCP Indapur WON Ajit Anantrao Pawar NCP Baramati WON Vijaybapu Shivtare SHS Purandar WON Shankar Hiraman Mandekar NCP Bhor WON Sunil Shankarrao Shelke NCP Maval WON Jagtap Shankar Pandurang BJP Chinchwad WON Anna Dadu Bansode NCP Pimpri WON Mahesh (Dada) Kisan Landge BJP Bhosari WON Bapusaheb Pathare NCP (SP) Vadgaon Sheri WON Siddharth Anil Shirole BJP Shivajinagar WON Chandrakant (Dada) Bachhu Patil BJP Kothrud WON Bhimrao Dhondiba Tapkir BJP Khadakwasala WON Madhuri Satish Misal BJP Parvati WON Chetan Vitthal Tupe NCP Hadapsar WON Kamble Sunil Dyandev INC Pune Cantonment WON Hemant Narayan Rasane BJP Kasba Peth WON Dr Kiran Yamaji Lahamate NCP Akole WON Amol Dhondiba Khatal SHS Sangamner WON Patil Vikhe Radhakrushna Eknathrao BJP Shirdi WON Ashutosh Ashokrao Kale NCP Kopargaon WON Ogale Hemant Bhujangrao INC Shrirampur WON Vitthal Vakilrao Langhe SHS Nevasa WON Monica Rajeev Rajale BJP Shevgaon WON Kardile Shivaji Bhanudas BJP Rahuri WON Kashinath Madhu Date Sir NCP Parner WON Sangram Arunkaka Jagtap NCP Ahmednagar City WON Pachpute Vikram Babanrao BJP Shrigonda WON Rohit Pawar NCP(SP) Karjat Jamkhed WON Vijaysinh Shivajirao Pandit NCP Georai WON Prakash (Dada) Sunadarrao Solanke NCP Majalgaon WON Sandeep Ravindra Kshirsagar NCP(SP) Beed WON Dhas Suresh Ramchandra BJP Ashti WON Namita Akshay Mundada BJP Kaij WON Dhananjay Panditrao Munde NCP Parli WON Ramesh Kashiram Karad BJP Latur Rural WON Amit Vilasrao Deshmukh INC Latur City WON Babasaheb Mohanrao Patil NCP Ahmadpur WON Sanjay Baburao Bansode NCP Udgir WON Nilangekar Sambhaji Diliprao Patil BJP Nilanga WON Abhimanyu Dattatray Pawar BJP Ausa WON Pravin Virbhadrayya Swami (Sir) SHS(UBT) Umarga WON Ranajagjitsinha Padmasinha Patil BJP Tuljapur WON Kailas Balasaheb Ghadge Patil SHS(UBT) Osmanabad WON Prof. Dr Tanaji Jayawant Sawant SHS Paranda WON Narayan (Aba) Govindrao Patil NCP(SP) Karmala WON Dilip Gangadhar Sopal SHS(UBT) Barshi WON Khare Raju Dnyanu NCP(SP) Mohol WON Deshmukh Vijay Sidramappa BJP Solapur City North WON Devendra Rajesh Kothe BJP Solapur City Central WON Kalyanshetti Sachin Panchappa BJP Akkalkot WON Deshmukh Subhash Sureshchandra BJP Solapur South WON Autade Samadhan Mahadeo BJP Pandharpur WON Dr Babasaheb Annasaheb Deshmukh PAWPI Sangole WON Uttamrao Shivdas Jankar NCP(SP) Malshiras WON Sachin Patil NCP Phaltan WON Makrand Laxmanrao Jadhav (Patil) NCP Wai WON Mahesh Sambhajiraje Shinde SHS Koregaon WON Jaykumar Bhagavanrao Gore BJP Man WON Manoj Bhimrao Ghorpade BJP Karad North WON Dr Atulbaba Bhosale BJP Karad South WON Desai Shambhuraj Shivajirao SHS Patan WON Shivendraraje Abhaysinhraje Bhonsle BJP Satara WON Kadam Yogeshdada Ramdas SHS Dapoli WON Jadhav Bhaskar Bhaurao SHS(UBT) Guhagar WON Shekhar Govindrao Nikam NCP Chiplun WON Uday Ravindra Samant SHS Ratnagiri WON Kiran Alias Bhaiyya Samant SHS Rajapur WON Nitesh Narayan Rane BJP Kankavli WON Nilesh Narayan Rane SHS Kudal WON Deepak Vasantrao Kesarkar SHS Sawantwadi WON Shivaji Shattupa Patil (Independent) Chandgad WON Abitkar Prakash Anandrao SHS Radhanagari WON Mushrif Hasan Miyalal NCP Kagal WON Amal Mahadevrao Mahadik BJP Kolhapur South WON Chandradeep Shashikant Narake SHS Karvir WON Rajesh Vinayak Kshirsagar SHS Kolhapur North WON Dr. Vinay Vilasrao Kore (Savkar) JSS Shahuwadi WON Dalitmitra Dr Ashokrao Mane JSS Hatkanangle WON Rahul Prakash Awade BJP Ichalkaranji WON Rajendra Shamgonda Patil (Yadravkar) RSVA Shirol WON Dr Suresh(Bhau) Dagadu Khade BJP Miraj WON Sudhirdada ALIAS Dhananjay Hari Gadgil BJP Sangli WON Jayant Rajaram Patil NCP(SP) Islampur WON Deshmukh Satyajit Shivajirao BJP Shirala WON Kadam Vishwajit Patangrao INC Palus - Kadegaon WON Babar Suhas Anilbhau SHS Khanapur WON Rohit Suman R.R. 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Anil Bonde, a Rajya Sabha MP, of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (Sep 18) called for the 'burning' of Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's tongue. This comes as the Congress Party filed a police complaint against NDA leaders for threatening Gandhi with harm.

"What Rahul Gandhi spoke about quotas is shocking. If someone goes abroad and talks like a fool, then his tongue should be burned," said Bonde.

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The Congress party in its complaint alleged that the ruling NDA party was targeting Gandhi and that recent statements by the party leaders were aimed at jeopardising the Rae Bareilly MPs' security and disturbing the peace of polls in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana.

In the complaint submitted to the SHO of the Tughlaq Road police station, New Delhi,&nbsp; All India Congress Committee (AICC) treasurer and general secretary Ajay Maken cited recent remarks by BJP leaders Tarvinder Singh Marwah, Ravneet Singh Bittu and Raghuraj Singh, as well as that of Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad.

The congress leader in his complaint cited a statement made by Talwinder Singh Marwah on&nbsp;September 11 in which he said,&nbsp;"Rahul Gandhi baaz aaja, nahi toh aane wale time mein tera bhi wohi haal hoga jo teri dadi ka haal hua".

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-kharge-writes-to-pm-modi-urges-him-to-discipline-bjp-allies-after-remarks-on-rahul-gandhi-759513">Kharge writes to PM Modi, urges him to ‘discipline’ NDA leaders over objectionable remarks on Rahul Gandhi</a>

This translates to 'you better behave, or you will meet the same fate as your grandmother,' a reference to Rahul Gandhi's grandmother, the former Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi, who was assassinated in Oct 1984.

Marwah's statement was captured on video, which Maken has reportedly attached as evidence. He is seeking registration of FIRs against the NDA leaders.

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Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Sanjay Raut has alleged conspiracy against Gandhi and has cautioned that the leader faces a threat to his life. Condemning the remarks made by BJP-Shiv Sena lawmakers against the Congress leader, Raut questioned the "silence" of BJP-NDA government leaders and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"People from Delhi, Lucknow and Maharashtra are speaking the same language that he (Gandhi) will meet the same fate as that of his grandmother (Indira Gandhi) as well as his father (Rajiv Gandhi). The Home Minister and Prime Minister are not taking action, means they are with the people who make such remarks," he said.

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"We condemn this (the remarks on Gandhi) and also the silence of these two leaders. He is a Leader of Opposition, and has a Cabinet rank. When your party people talk of assaulting him and you remain quiet. This cannot be tolerated,"&nbsp;the Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha member added.

"There is a conspiracy against Rahul Gandhi and there is threat to his life. Some people are thinking of attacking him," he alleged further.

(With inputs from agencies)

Anil Bonde, a Rajya Sabha MP, of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (Sep 18) called for the 'burning' of Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's tongue. This comes as the Congress Party filed a police complaint against NDA leaders for threatening Gandhi with harm.

Anil Bonde, a Rajya Sabha MP, of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (Sep 18) called for the 'burning' of Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's tongue. This comes as the Congress Party filed a police complaint against NDA leaders for threatening Gandhi with harm. "What Rahul Gandhi spoke about quotas is shocking. If someone goes abroad and talks like a fool, then his tongue should be burned," said Bonde. BJP leaders threatening Rahul Gandhi The Congress party in its complaint alleged that the ruling NDA party was targeting Gandhi and that recent statements by the party leaders were aimed at jeopardising the Rae Bareilly MPs' security and disturbing the peace of polls in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana. In the complaint submitted to the SHO of the Tughlaq Road police station, New Delhi, All India Congress Committee (AICC) treasurer and general secretary Ajay Maken cited recent remarks by BJP leaders Tarvinder Singh Marwah, Ravneet Singh Bittu and Raghuraj Singh, as well as that of Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad. The congress leader in his complaint cited a statement made by Talwinder Singh Marwah on September 11 in which he said, "Rahul Gandhi baaz aaja, nahi toh aane wale time mein tera bhi wohi haal hoga jo teri dadi ka haal hua". Also read | Kharge writes to PM Modi, urges him to ‘discipline’ NDA leaders over objectionable remarks on Rahul Gandhi This translates to 'you better behave, or you will meet the same fate as your grandmother,' a reference to Rahul Gandhi's grandmother, the former Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi, who was assassinated in Oct 1984. Marwah's statement was captured on video, which Maken has reportedly attached as evidence. He is seeking registration of FIRs against the NDA leaders. Rahul Gandhi faces threat to life: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Sanjay Raut has alleged conspiracy against Gandhi and has cautioned that the leader faces a threat to his life. Condemning the remarks made by BJP-Shiv Sena lawmakers against the Congress leader, Raut questioned the "silence" of BJP-NDA government leaders and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "People from Delhi, Lucknow and Maharashtra are speaking the same language that he (Gandhi) will meet the same fate as that of his grandmother (Indira Gandhi) as well as his father (Rajiv Gandhi). The Home Minister and Prime Minister are not taking action, means they are with the people who make such remarks," he said. Also read | 'What CBI has revealed is disturbing...': Indian SC tears into West Bengal government on RG Kar probe "We condemn this (the remarks on Gandhi) and also the silence of these two leaders. He is a Leader of Opposition, and has a Cabinet rank. When your party people talk of assaulting him and you remain quiet. This cannot be tolerated," the Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha member added. "There is a conspiracy against Rahul Gandhi and there is threat to his life. Some people are thinking of attacking him," he alleged further. (With inputs from agencies)

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In what was being touted as the first head-to-head encounter between INDIA&nbsp;and NDA post the Lok Sabha elections, it is the opposition bloc that has come out on top. The bypoll elections were held for 13 assembly seats spread across seven states,

<h2 itemprop="name">Assembly bypolls results 2024</h2>

INDIA bloc wins 10 seats, BJP 2 and independent bags 1&nbsp;

Madhya Pradesh (Amarwada): Kamlesh Shah (BJP)

Uttarakhand (Badrinath): Lakhapat Singh (Congress)

Bihar (Rupauli): Shankar Singh (Independent)&nbsp;

Punjab (Jalandhar West): Mohinder Bhagat (AAP)

West Bengal 
Maniktala: Supti Pandey (TMC) 
Bagda: Madhuparna Thakur (TMC) 
Ranaghat Dakshin: Mukut Mani Adhikari (TMC) 
Raiganj: Krishna Kalyani (TMC)

Himachal Pradesh:&nbsp; 
Dehra: Kamlesh Thakur (Congress) 
Hamirpur: Ashish Sharma (BJP) 
Nalagarh: Hardeep Singh (Congress)&nbsp;

Tamil Nadu (Vikravandi): Anniyur Siva (DMK)&nbsp;

Uttarakhand (Manglaur): &nbsp;Qazi Mohammad Nizamuddin (Congress)

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<h2>General elections picture</h2>

In the Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) alone won 240 seats which was 32 short of the majority mark of 272. However, with alliance partners under the NDA umbrella, the BJP managed to stitch up 293 seats and formed the government.

Meanwhile, Congress-led INDIA bloc clinched 232 seats and punctured NDA's rather ambitious hopes of crossing the 400-seat mark.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Although Narendra Modi took oath as the prime minister for a third straight term, he had to contend with a bloated cabinet in order to satiate the alliance partners. The results of the by-polls are expected to be another blow for the BJP election machinery which prides itself on winning polls relentlessly.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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In what was being touted as the first head-to-head encounter between INDIA and NDA post the Lok Sabha elections, it is the opposition bloc that has come out on top.

In what was being touted as the first head-to-head encounter between INDIA and NDA post the Lok Sabha elections, it is the opposition bloc that has come out on top. The bypoll elections were held for 13 assembly seats spread across seven states, Assembly bypolls results 2024 INDIA bloc wins 10 seats, BJP 2 and independent bags 1 Madhya Pradesh (Amarwada): Kamlesh Shah (BJP) Uttarakhand (Badrinath): Lakhapat Singh (Congress) Bihar (Rupauli): Shankar Singh (Independent) Punjab (Jalandhar West): Mohinder Bhagat (AAP) West Bengal Maniktala: Supti Pandey (TMC) Bagda: Madhuparna Thakur (TMC) Ranaghat Dakshin: Mukut Mani Adhikari (TMC) Raiganj: Krishna Kalyani (TMC) Himachal Pradesh: Dehra: Kamlesh Thakur (Congress) Hamirpur: Ashish Sharma (BJP) Nalagarh: Hardeep Singh (Congress) Tamil Nadu (Vikravandi): Anniyur Siva (DMK) Uttarakhand (Manglaur): Qazi Mohammad Nizamuddin (Congress) Watch | PM Narendra Modi returns after two-state visit; says 'visit to Austria historic, productive' × Also read | Here's how Modi 3.0 oath-taking ceremony made headlines in Western media General elections picture In the Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) alone won 240 seats which was 32 short of the majority mark of 272. However, with alliance partners under the NDA umbrella, the BJP managed to stitch up 293 seats and formed the government. Meanwhile, Congress-led INDIA bloc clinched 232 seats and punctured NDA's rather ambitious hopes of crossing the 400-seat mark. Although Narendra Modi took oath as the prime minister for a third straight term, he had to contend with a bloated cabinet in order to satiate the alliance partners. The results of the by-polls are expected to be another blow for the BJP election machinery which prides itself on winning polls relentlessly. (With inputs from agencies)

Assembly bypoll results 2024: INDIA bloc wins big, bags 10 of 13 seats; BJP manages just two

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