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Indian big tent political coalition led by the BJP
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The National Democratic Alliance is an Indian big tent multi-party political alliance, led by the country's biggest political party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). It was founded on 15 May 1998. It currently has a majority in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, and controls the Government of India as well as the governments of 19 out of 28 Indian states and 2 out of 3 Union territories with legislative assemblies.
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Bihar elections: Is BJP using Chirag Paswan to checkmate chief minister Nitish Kumar?Chirag Paswan is again targeting Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, this time over the state's deteriorating law and order, raising concerns about rising crime. Despite being part of the NDA, Paswan's criticism..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Tamil Nadu elections: BJP confident of coalition govt, says Annamalai amid EPS pushback; asks AIADMK to 'talk to Amit Shah'Amidst political maneuvering in Tamil Nadu, BJP leader Annamalai expressed confidence in forming a coalition government, suggesting AIADMK should address concerns with Amit Shah. This follows EPS's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Chirag Paswan's '243 seats' remark: BJP says LJP will contest as 'ally' in Bihar; Congress predicts 'weather scientist' will leave allianceChirag Paswan's announcement to field LJP candidates for all 243 Bihar seats has stirred reactions. BJP interprets Paswan's move as contesting within the NDA, anticipating a united front. Conversely,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Gopal Khemka murder: Rahul Gandhi slams Nitish Kumar, BJP over Patna businessman’s murder, calls Bihar ‘India’s crime capital’Rahul Gandhi criticized the BJP-led NDA government and Nitish Kumar after businessman Gopal Khemka's murder in Patna, labeling Bihar as India's crime capital. Khemka was shot dead near Gandhi Maidan,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
NDA allies back EC, call SIR routine & necessaryNDA allies in Bihar have voiced strong support for the Election Commission's special intensive revision of electoral rolls, dismissing opposition claims of disenfranchisement. Leaders like Chirag..IndiaTimes - Published | |
President's rule in Bihar? Tejashwi alleges BJP planning to keep Nitish Kumar as CM only until elections; alleges 'major controversy unfolding'Tejashwi Yadav alleges a BJP conspiracy to impose President's Rule in Bihar post-election, claiming Amit Shah's support for Nitish Kumar is temporary. He accuses the Election Commission of..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'It's up to them': Owaisi keen joining Mahagathbandhan in Bihar; says NDA must goAIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has expressed his eagerness to join the Mahagathbandhan alliance for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, aiming to prevent the BJP-led NDA from retaining power. Despite..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Bihar elections: Congress ramps up reservation pitch ahead of PM Modi's visit; alleges NDA has ‘given up’ on 65% quota pushAs PM Modi inaugurates development projects in Bihar, Congress criticizes the NDA government's handling of the proposed 65% reservation for marginalized communities. Jairam Ramesh suggests legislative..IndiaTimes - Published | |
NDA govt has delivered significant changes in 1 1 years, will do more: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated 11 years in office, highlighting the NDA government's achievements and commitment to building a 'Viksit Bharat'. He emphasized the representation of SC, ST, and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Golden period' or 'only propaganda': BJP, Congress spar as PM Modi's NDA government completes 11 years in officePrime Minister Narendra Modi marked 11 years of his government, highlighting India's development under the NDA, guided by "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas." The BJP celebrated..IndiaTimes - Published | |
NDA will form govts in TN and Bengal in 2026, says Amit ShahAmit Shah's second visit to Tamil Nadu in two months aims to strengthen the BJP's position before the 2026 assembly election, following DMK's criticism of the Centre. Amidst alliance complexities with..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Home Minister Amit Shah makes BIG statement, says BJP-led NDA will form governments in...Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday asserted that the NDA would form governments in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal next year. Addressing party office bearers, he hailed Madurai as a city of..DNA - Published | |
'Historic steps taken to make youth self-reliant and capable': Uttarakhand CM Dhami applauds PM Modi on 11 years of NDAUttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami lauded PM Modi on the NDA government's 11th anniversary, emphasizing initiatives like Startup India and Skill India that have empowered youth and fostered..IndiaTimes - Published | NDA Chief Ministers back caste census, pass resolution on Operation SindoorThe meeting concluded with the adoption of two key resolutions, one lauding the armed forces for Operation Sindoor and another supporting the caste census initiative.DNA - Published |
‘Committed to empowerment’: Congress promises Rs 2,500 monthly aid to ‘eligible’ women in Bihar if Mahagathbandhan comes to powerAlka Lamba, All India Mahila Congress chief, pledged Rs 2,500 monthly for deprived women in Bihar if the Mahagathbandhan wins, backing Tejashwi Yadav's 'Mai Behan Maan' scheme. Lamba criticized the NDA..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Is it a crime to raise voice of Dalits?': Priyanka Gandhi questions Bihar govt after Rahul Gandhi 'stopped' by policePriyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Bihar's NDA government, alleging dictatorial behavior after Rahul Gandhi was reportedly blocked from a student interaction in Darbhanga. She questioned if raising the..IndiaTimes - Published |
‘My party made me go here and there’: Nitish Kumar on staying with NDABihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, acknowledging BJP's role in his initial rise to power under Atal Bihari Vajpayee, has pledged his unwavering commitment to the NDA alliance. He attributed his past..IndiaTimes - Published | 'This will empower weaker sections': Amit Shah on caste censusThe BJP and NDA allies celebrated the Modi government's decision to conduct a caste enumeration in the upcoming census, framing it as a historic move towards social equality. Leaders like Amit Shah,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Bihar elections: JD(U) stands firm on Nitish, BJP stays vague as uneasy calm engulfs NDA over CM faceDisagreement has emerged between BJP and JD(U) after Haryana CM's remark on Bihar Assembly polls. JD(U) leaders asserted Nitish Kumar as CM for the next five years, dismissing concerns of BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | 'They did injustice': Pashupati Kumar Paras announces RLJP's exit from NDAPashupati Kumar Paras, chief of the RLJP, declared his party's departure from the NDA, citing perceived injustice and neglect. Paras highlighted the party's loyalty since 2014 but expressed..IndiaTimes - Published |
Reviving ties: BJP, AIADMK set to contest upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly polls togetherUnion Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that AIADMK, BJP and all the alliance parties will contest the upcoming Vidhan Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu together under the National Democratic..DNA - Published | 'Was most expected': DMK takes 'fell at BJP's feet' dig at Palaniswami as AIADMK reunites with NDAThe DMK has criticized the AIADMK's reunion with the BJP, claiming it was driven by fear and pressure on Edappadi K Palaniswami. According to DMK, Palaniswami ultimately yielded to the BJP's influence...IndiaTimes - Published |
Annamalai out, AIADMK in: How Nainar Nagendran as Tamil Nadu chief helps BJPBJP and AIADMK have reunited for the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections, with Amit Shah declaring the NDA will contest under Edappadi Palaniswami's leadership. Nainar Nagendran, formerly with AIADMK,..IndiaTimes - Published | Amit Shah says AIADMK made 'no demand' as party reunites with BJP-led NDAUnion Home Minister Amit Shah announced the AIADMK's return to the NDA for the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly election, stating that the AIADMK had no preconditions for re-joining. Shah emphasized that..IndiaTimes - Published |
RS passes waqf bill 128-95 as BJD boosts NDA numbersThe Rajya Sabha passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill after a 15-hour debate, with 128 votes in favor and 95 against. The bill, already approved by the Lok Sabha, now awaits the President's assent. Minority..IndiaTimes - Published | As Rajya Sabha debates Waqf Bill, here's how NDA, INDIA numbers compareThe Rajya Sabha debates the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, following its passage in the Lok Sabha. With the NDA holding a slight numerical advantage in the Upper House, the bill, if approved, will..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Fence sitters could ... ': Why Waqf politics may help NDA in BiharNitish Kumar's support for the Waqf Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha marks a strategic shift in his political stance, potentially realigning votes in Bihar's upcoming assembly elections. Analysts suggest..IndiaTimes - Published | Waqf Bill debate: Shinde Sena says 'Uddhav's stand would've pained Balasaheb'Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant accuses the BJP-led NDA of introducing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to gain an advantage in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. Sawant criticizes the lack of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Waqf Amendment Bill to be tabled in Lok Sabha today amidst political standoffWith the parties in both the ruling BJP-led National Democratic Alliance and the Opposition INDIA bloc showing no signs of bipartisan consensus building, the final outcomes may be decided on the..DNA - Published | Waqf Amendment Bill: How numbers in Parliament stack up ahead of tablingThe Lok Sabha is set to debate the controversial Waqf Amendment Bill, with the BJP-led NDA pushing for its passage amid strong opposition objections. Key NDA allies, initially against the Bill, now..IndiaTimes - Published |
Shah sounds Bihar poll bugle with 'jungle raj' jibe at RJDUnion Home Minister Amit Shah urged voters in Bihar to re-elect the BJP-led NDA, emphasizing the development achieved under PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar. Shah criticized the RJD leadership for their..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Committed mistake twice': In presence of Amit Shah, Nitish Kumar says he will 'never again' leave NDABihar CM Nitish Kumar assured Union home minister Amit Shah he would remain in the BJP-led NDA alliance, attributing prior departures to mistakes. Kumar highlighted developmental work under his..IndiaTimes - Published |
Opposition misleading Muslims on Waqf bill, no land will be taken, says BJPThe BJP accused opposition parties of misleading Muslims over the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, asserting that it aims to enhance transparency and prevent misuse of waqf properties. Protests led by AIMPLB,..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress leader alleges 'political use' of religious leaders by NDA in BiharSenior Congress leader Tariq Anwar accuses the BJP-led NDA in Bihar of using religious leaders like Acharya Dhirendra Shastri for political gain ahead of the assembly polls. Anwar alleges the NDA is..IndiaTimes - Published |
PM Modi: Previous governments ignored poor, 'garibo hatao' was poll gimmickPrime Minister Narendra Modi criticized previous governments for neglecting the poor and using the 'Garibi Hatao' slogan as a mere electoral gimmick. He highlighted the BJP-led NDA government's efforts..IndiaTimes - Published | 7 BJP MLAs join Nitish Kumar cabinet: Changed power dynamics at play in Bihar?The recent cabinet expansion in Bihar saw the induction of seven new BJP members, marking a shift in power dynamics within the NDA. This signals the beginning of the BJP's assertion over JD(U), setting..IndiaTimes - Published |
Bihar cabinet expansion: 7 take oath as ministers in Nitish Kumar's governmentNitish Kumar's NDA government in Bihar expanded its cabinet with seven new BJP MLAs, including Sanjay Saraogi and Sunil Kumar, taking oath as ministers. This reshuffle took place ahead of the assembly..IndiaTimes - Published | Tej Pratap's 'political' offer for opponent Nitish Kumar's sonAs Bihar assembly elections approach, Tej Pratap Yadav invites Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, to join RJD, amidst speculation about Nishant's political debut. JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar faces..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rekha Gupta takes oath as Delhi CM in presence of PM Modi, top NDA leadersIndiaTimes - Published | Delhi Elections 2025: BJP to stake claim to form govt in Delhi on Feb 19, new CM likely to take oath on THIS datePrime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Ministers, NDA leaders, Union Ministers, industrialists from the corporate world, film stars, cricket players, saints and sages will also be present and attend the..DNA - Published |
Deve Gowda in Rajya Sabha claims Chandrababu wish to be NDA vice-chairman was refused; Nadda deniesFormer Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda claimed in the Rajya Sabha that Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu wanted to be NDA vice-chairman but Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not consent. BJP leader J P..IndiaTimes - Published | 'BJP-led NDA works for Santushtikaran, not Tushtikaran': PM Modi in Rajya SabhaPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday accused Congress of appeasement politics and said the BJP-led NDA government works for "shantushtikaran" (total saturation) and not "tushtikaran".DNA - Published |
Opposition parties 'disappointed' with Budget, non-BJP ruled states feel 'neglected'Opposition parties criticized the Union Budget as a disappointment, especially for states not ruled by the NDA. Congress accused the government of lacking new ideas, while leaders from TMC, DMK, and..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Lalu Yadav has no importance in Bihar, people are standing with NDA': BJP's Prem KumarBihar minister Prem Kumar underscored public support for the NDA, dismissing Lalu Yadav's influence. He advocates for a double-engine government for fast-tracked development. Union minister Chirag..IndiaTimes - Published |
RJD tie-up was mistake, will stay with NDA now: Nitish on Lalu overtureBihar CM Nitish Kumar reaffirmed his commitment to the BJP-led NDA, despite recent overtures from RJD and Lalu Prasad. Nitish emphasized his decision to stick with the NDA during his Pragati Yatra,..IndiaTimes - Published | 'PM Modi won't complete his term': Sanjay Raut doubts NDA government will last till 2026Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut doubts the survival of PM Modi's government till 2026, which he believes could trigger political changes in Maharashtra and other states. Raut addressed rumours about..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Kya bol rahe hain?': Bihar CM Nitish Kumar reacts to Lalu's INDIA bloc inviteRJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav signals a possible reunion with Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, hinting at political changes in the state. Despite Lalu's invitation, Nitish remains non-committal. JD(U) allies with..IndiaTimes - Published | In 2025's first decision, Cabinet extends crop insurance coverIn a bid to support farmers, the NDA government extended the crop insurance scheme for another year and increased its outlay to Rs 69,515 crore over five years. Additionally, the government approved a..IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP’s shaky start, regional resurgence, INDIA bloc's woes: Winners and losers of 2024In 2024, BJP faced tough competition in Lok Sabha elections, forming a government with NDA partners. BJP secured major wins in Haryana and Maharashtra assembly elections. Regional parties challenged..IndiaTimes - Published | BPSC row: 'Not a supporter of lathicharge,' says NDA ally Chirag Paswan calls for 'immediate intervention' by Nitish govtChirag Paswan, an NDA ally, criticized lathicharge and water cannons used on students protesting in Patna over alleged BPSC exam irregularities. He urged Bihar's chief minister Nitish Kumar for..IndiaTimes - Published |
