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Historic Voting in Bihar: No Re-polling Recommended After 2025 Assembly Elections

13Nov

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Historic Voting in Bihar: No Re-polling Recommended After 2025 Assembly Elections

Patna, Bihar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Wednesday that, for the first time in recent years, no re-polling has been recommended at any of the 122 assembly constituencies where the second phase of voting was held on 11 November 2025. This marks a historic moment in Bihar’s electoral history, as voting in both phases concluded peacefully without any major disturbances or irregularities. The Election Commission stated in an official release:"After thorough scrutiny, no discrepancies or irregularities were found at any polling station, and therefore, no recommendation for re-polling has been made. This follows the first phase of elections, which also witnessed zero re-polling." Record Turnout Across BiharThe Commission highlighted that the two-phase Bihar assembl...

Governor Orders Departmental Action Against Darbhanga Engineering College Principal

13Nov

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Governor Orders Departmental Action Against Darbhanga Engineering College Principal

Darbhanga, Bihar: The Governor of Bihar has ordered departmental action against Dr. Sandeep Tiwari, Principal of Darbhanga Engineering College (DEC), after preliminary investigations found serious financial irregularities. The action has been initiated under Rule 17 of the Bihar Government Servants Classification, Control and Appeal Rules, 2005. Dr. Tiwari is accused of making arbitrary payments to preferred lawyers and misusing development funds. Allegations Against the PrincipalAccording to a letter from the department’s Additional Secretary and Director dated 1 August, Dr. Tiwari was asked to present his response after a departmental probe. The investigation revealed irregularities in the college’s development fund, including unauthorized payments to selected lawyers without forming ...

Prashant Kishor Faces Potential Setback in Bihar, Exit Polls Suggest Defeat

13Nov

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Prashant Kishor Faces Potential Setback in Bihar, Exit Polls Suggest Defeat

Patna: Political strategist-turned-full-time politician Prashant Kishor (PK), who launched his Jan Suraj Party and contested the Bihar Assembly elections, is facing a challenging outcome as results are set to be announced this Friday. Kishor had previously stated that the party would consider anything below 150 seats as a defeat. Early exit polls suggest that the party is unlikely to cross even a fraction of this target, with some surveys projecting just 1–5 seats. Political analysts suggest that PK must now prepare for a potential setback. PK’s Earlier Political JourneySix years ago, Prashant Kishor had faced a similar disappointment during the Jharkhand Assembly elections, despite being a top strategist and holding a leadership position in JD(U). At that time, PK was the second most i...

Can Neha Sharma’s Star Power Secure Victory for Her Father in Bhagalpur? A Look at Past Election Trends

13Nov

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Can Neha Sharma’s Star Power Secure Victory for Her Father in Bhagalpur? A Look at Past Election Trends

Bhagalpur: Bollywood actress Neha Sharma brought her star power to the 2025 Bhagalpur Assembly election campaign, actively promoting her father, Congress MLA Ajit Sharma. However, given Ajit Sharma’s narrow victory in previous assembly elections and a heavy defeat in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, questions remain about whether Neha’s glamour can translate into votes. All eyes are now on the Bhagalpur results on 14 November. Glamorous CampaigningDuring the Bihar Assembly election campaign, Neha Sharma captured attention with her glamorous presence. In Instagram reels, she was seen addressing enthusiastic crowds from an open jeep alongside her father, Ajit Sharma. Supporters described her as a “trump card” for the Congress. However, past election performance raises doubts about whether her ce...

ost Bihar Election: Smaller Parties Could Decide Formation of Next Government

12Nov

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ost Bihar Election: Smaller Parties Could Decide Formation of Next Government

P B Patna: In Bihar, the balance of power often revolves around smaller political parties, whose limited seats are offset by strong local influence and social base. Following the 2025 Assembly elections, these parties are expected to play a key role in government formation once again. Smaller Parties Holding the Key Even with fewer seats in the Assembly, smaller parties wield considerable influence due to their solid grassroots support. Alongside the NDA and the Mahagathbandhan, several minor parties have emerged as active players on the ground, confident that the key to forming the next government could rest in their hands. Vote Share Underscores Influence In the 2020 elections, the NDA won 125 seats while the Mahagathbandhan secured 110, highlighting the decisive role o...

Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha Thanks Public, Targets Opposition After Election Results

12Nov

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Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha Thanks Public, Targets Opposition After Election Results

Patna: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha expressed his gratitude to the people of the state following the 2025 Assembly elections, asserting that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to form the government with a decisive majority. He emphasized that the electorate has once again placed its trust in Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, valuing his experience, dedication to development, and commitment to a corruption-free administration. Strong Message to Opposition Deputy CM Sinha launched a sharp attack on the RJD-Congress alliance, criticizing their “grand promises” and what he called “empty rhetoric.” He claimed that the youth leaders of both parties, Tejashwi Yadav and Rahul Gandhi, were taught a lesson by Bihar’s voters. He added that the opposition, frustrated b...

12Nov

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Lady Don Poja and Gangster Mukesh: From High-Profile Kidnapping to Crime Syndicate

Bihar Crime Update: In a shocking kidnapping case, Neeraj was abducted at gunpoint when a car overtook him and forcibly took him to a secret location. The abductors demanded ransom from his family. When Neeraj’s brother-in-law went to deliver the money, he was accompanied by a security guard, which led the kidnappers to open fire before fleeing. Eventually, after a ransom of ₹50,000, Neeraj was released safely. Rise of Lady Don Poja The kidnapping brought Poja into the limelight, earning her the moniker “Lady Don” in Bihar’s criminal underworld. Her notoriety grew after her arrest in 2013 in connection with a Scorpio car theft case in Shivhar district. During a raid in Vrindavan village, the police apprehended Poja and her accomplice Rajesh, recovering the stolen vehicle along with m...

Bihar: Pregnant Officer Completes Election Duty Amid Labor Pain, Gives Birth to Baby Girl After Fulfilling Her Responsibility

12Nov

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Bihar: Pregnant Officer Completes Election Duty Amid Labor Pain, Gives Birth to Baby Girl After Fulfilling Her Responsibility

Edited by: Rishikesh Narayan Singh | Reported by: Pranay Raj | NBT Digital | November 12, 2025 Nalanda (Bihar): In a remarkable display of dedication and courage, Rashmi Kumari, the Deputy Collector (Land Reforms) of Hilsa Subdivision, continued to perform her election duties even while experiencing labor pain. Only after ensuring that all EVMs were safely deposited in the strong room, did she allow herself to go to the hospital — where she soon gave birth to a healthy baby girl, affectionately called ‘Lakshmi.’ Duty Above Pain: The Spirit of True Service Despite being in the final stage of her pregnancy, Rashmi Kumari showed extraordinary commitment during the Bihar Assembly Elections. She was responsible for supervising 390 polling stations in the Islampur Assembly constitue...

Bihar Exit Polls 2025: Will BJP Emerge Bigger Than RJD? Exit Polls Hint at Major Upset

12Nov

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Bihar Exit Polls 2025: Will BJP Emerge Bigger Than RJD? Exit Polls Hint at Major Upset

Patna: As the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections conclude, all eyes are on the results scheduled for 14 November. In the meantime, exit polls suggest a significant shift in the state’s political landscape, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) projected to emerge as the largest party in Bihar, potentially surpassing the traditional stronghold of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). Exit Poll Insights According to recent exit polls, BJP is likely to secure 67–70 seats, outperforming the RJD’s expected tally of 56–69 seats. While this may not match the 75-seat benchmark previously set by the RJD, it positions BJP as the leading party, strengthening its role as the senior partner within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Meanwhile, the Janata Dal (United) led by Nitish Kumar is expected t...

3 Reasons Why the Mahagathbandhan Lagged Behind in Bihar Exit Polls: Poll Expert Reveals Insights

12Nov

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3 Reasons Why the Mahagathbandhan Lagged Behind in Bihar Exit Polls: Poll Expert Reveals Insights

Patna/Noida: Following the two-phase voting of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, exit polls have started to paint a picture of the likely outcome. According to Manoj Kumar Singh, Director of Matterize, the polls show that the NDA is poised for a potential victory, while the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) appears to have lost ground. Singh identified three key reasons behind this trend. 1. Jan Suraj Party Split Mahagathbandhan VotesSingh explained that the newly emerging Jan Suraj Party primarily drew votes away from the Mahagathbandhan, rather than the NDA. “This election was fought around the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar,” he said. “As a result, NDA stands to benefit, and the prospects of Nitish Kumar returning as CM are strong.” 2. Women Voters Favored NDAAccording ...