Bihar

Patna: As the counting for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections continues, political analysts are keeping a close eye on six particular constituencies that have historically acted as bellwethers for the state government. Since 1977, the party or alliance that wins these seats has often gone on to form the government in Bihar. This year, all eyes are on whether this trend will hold. The six key constituencies are Kewati, Sakra, Saharsa, Munger, Barbigha, and Pipra. Kewati Assembly Constituency Located in Darbhanga district, Kewati has a flawless record of producing MLAs from the party that eventually forms the government. In 2020, BJP’s Murari Mohan Jha won here, contributing to the JD(U)-led Nitish Kumar government. Saharsa Assembly Constituency In the eastern Mithilanchal regi...

The counting of votes for the Bihar Assembly elections 2025 has begun, and soon it will be clear who holds the key to power in the state. The question on everyone’s mind: Will Nitish Kumar return as Chief Minister, or will he lose his grip on power? Experts say there is a silent force at play—one that could ultimately decide the political equation in Bihar. Record Voter Turnout According to BBC reports, since independence, voter turnout in Bihar Assembly elections crossed 60% only four times between 1951–52 and 2020. The Election Commission reports that in 2025, turnout in both phases reached approximately 66.91%, a significant jump from 57.29% in 2020. The driving factor behind this surge? Women voters. Women Lead the Charge Women outnumbered men at the polling booths by at le...

Patna, Bihar: With the Bihar Assembly election results scheduled to be announced tomorrow, excitement is already brewing among Janata Dal (United) workers. Exit polls predicting a win for the NDA and a strong performance for JDU have prompted celebrations across the party offices. Early Festivities at JDU OfficesPatna’s JDU state office is abuzz with enthusiasm. Party workers are celebrating even before the official results, buoyed by exit poll projections favoring NDA’s return to power. Many polls indicate that JDU is set to emerge as a dominant party in the coalition, further energizing party cadres. ‘Tiger Still Alive’ Poster at Party HeadquartersOutside the JDU headquarters in Patna, a large, eye-catching poster declaring “Tiger Still Alive” has been displayed in support of Chief...

Patna, Bihar: The 2020 Bihar Assembly election counting day was filled with tension, suspense, and unexpected turns—much like a thrilling T20 cricket match. On November 10, 2020, the city of Patna witnessed a unique sight: laddus, the famous motichoor sweets, seemingly “on the move” from 10 Circular Road to 1 Ane Marg. But this was no ordinary journey—it marked the roller-coaster nature of the electoral results that day. Counting Day DynamicsThe counting of votes began at 8 a.m., and early trends indicated a celebratory mood for the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). By 10:30 a.m., however, the excitement at Rabri Devi’s residence at 10 Circular Road came to an abrupt halt as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) began gaining an edge, nearing parity with the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance)....

Patna: In view of the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 vote counting, all schools in Patna will remain closed tomorrow, 14 November 2025. The counting of votes for all 14 constituencies in Patna district will take place at A.N. College, Patna, starting at 8:00 AM. To ensure smooth traffic management and maintain public convenience, the District Magistrate-cum-District Election Officer has issued an official order directing the closure of schools up to Class 12 across the district on the day of counting. This decision has been taken to facilitate administrative and security arrangements during the critical process of vote counting and to avoid any disruption for students and the public.

Ara, Bihar: In a major success for the Excise Department’s crackdown ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, police seized a large consignment of illegal foreign liquor on the Buxar-Patna four-lane highway. Acting on a tip-off, authorities intercepted an unregistered Hyundai Creta car transporting liquor from Uttar Pradesh to Vaishali. The recovered stock was valued at approximately ₹4 lakh, totaling 259.92 liters (1,368 bottles). Details of the SeizureUnder the supervision of District Magistrate Tanay Sultania, Excise Assistant Commissioner Rajnish received a confidential tip about the illegal transport. Inspector Prakash Chandra led a special inspection team to the site near Kayamnagar Overbridge (NH-922), in the Gidha police station area. During vehicle inspection, authorities di...

By [Your Reporter’s Name] | Diyara, Bihar: In a shocking incident late Wednesday evening, Ashok Sahni was killed and Guddu Sahni injured after unknown assailants opened fire on them in a watermelon field in Bihar’s Diyara region. According to police sources, the attackers, numbering around seven to eight, approached by boat and began indiscriminate firing. Ashok Sahni succumbed to his injuries on the spot. Old Rivalry Suspected Behind AttackSources and local residents suggest that the violent attack stems from a long-standing turf war in the Diyara area, which has often witnessed clashes over control and land rights along the riverbanks. Eyewitnesses indicated that the assailants fled immediately after the shooting. Locals suspect that the notorious Saran district gangster Sadhu Sahni m...

Patna, Bihar: Congress has dismissed the recent exit polls for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, urging voters to wait for the official results. Party General Secretary K.C. Venugopal emphasized that exit polls are not always accurate, citing the example of the Haryana Assembly elections, where polls had predicted a massive win for Congress that did not materialize. Speaking to the media, Venugopal said, "We have seen what happened in Haryana. Exit polls predicted a huge Congress victory, but reality was different. Let’s wait for the actual Bihar election results." Exit Poll Predictions for BiharSeveral exit polls had projected a majority for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar. According to the People’s Pulse survey, NDA is expected to win between 133-159 seats, while t...

Patna: With the Bihar Assembly election results scheduled for 14 November 2025, the Election Commission has tightened security around the public’s “treasure” — the votes. All Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines have been placed under strict protection in strong rooms across the state. According to the Election Commission, EVMs from the recent two-phase voting, held on 6 and 11 November, are kept in secure strong rooms under two-tier security arrangements. Central Armed Paramilitary Forces (CAPF) are responsible for internal security within the strong rooms, while district police manage external security. Additionally, the premises are under 24-hour CCTV surveillance, supplemented by other safety measures. Control Rooms Established...