Rashtriya Janata Dal
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The Rashtriya Janata Dal is an Indian political party, mainly based in the state of Bihar. The party was founded in 1997 by Lalu Prasad Yadav.
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RJD, CPI(ML) Liberation only parties to file claims on Bihar draft electoral rollIn Bihar, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and CPI (ML) Liberation are the only parties to file claims and objections on the draft electoral roll. RJD's booth level agents submitted three, while CPI(ML)..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Lalu ji ka khoon hai mere andar': Tejashwi Yadav vows to hike reservation to 85%; takes dig at CentreTejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, declared at a Samvidhaan Suraksha Sammelan in Motihari that he carries his father Lalu Prasad Yadav's fighting spirit, accusing the BJP-led government of undermining the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
BJP lashes out at Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav over 'indecent language' used against PM Modi, his late mother: 'Crossed all...'Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday lashed out at Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav over a viral video from a rally in Bihar, where allegedly offensive language was used..DNA - Published | |
'Talks are on': Rahul Gandhi recalls Lalu Prasad’s marriage advice - Here's what RJD chief saidRahul Gandhi playfully responded to suggestions about his marriage during a press conference in Araria. He mentioned that he's in talks with Lalu Prasad Yadav, referencing an earlier suggestion from..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Baat chal rahi...': Did Rahul Gandhi spill the beans on his marriage? Here's what happenedIn a rare, light-hearted breakaway from political discourse, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi engaged in a fun banter over marriage during a press conference in Bihar on..DNA - Published | |
'Should get married': Tejashwi Yadav's advise to 'elder brother' Chirag Paswan; Rahul Gandhi responds in jestRJD leader Tejashwi Yadav mocked Chirag Paswan's loyalty to PM Modi, declaring himself a 'Hanuman of the public'. He also playfully advised Paswan to marry soon, a sentiment echoed by Rahul Gandhi...IndiaTimes - Published | |
Ahead of Bihar elections, Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav ride bullet, meet locals in Purnia, Tej Pratap says, 'drama...', watch videoAhead of Bihar elections 2025, Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Rashtriya Janata Sal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav were seen riding a Bullet motorcycle during their 'Voter..DNA - Published | |
'Voter Adhikaar Yatra': Rahul Gandhi and RJD's Tejashwi Yadav ride bikes in Purnea; watchRahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav rode motorbikes during their "Vote Adhikaar Yatra" in Bihar, aiming to address concerns about voter roll irregularities. The Yatra, spanning over 1,300 kilometres, seeks..IndiaTimes - Published | |
FIR registered against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav over 'objectionable' post on PM Modi, 'Today, a shop...'Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav posted an 'objectionable' social media post against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. After this incident, a First Information Report (FIR) was filed..DNA - Published | |
Ahead of Bihar elections, RJD's Lalu Yadav's son Tej Pratap to EXPOSE five families that conspired to end his political career, says, 'will bring face...'Ahead of Bihar elections 2025, RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav's elder son Tej Pratap Yadav has claimed to makes a big expose. This move comes after Tej Pratap was expelled by his father Lalu Yadav from..DNA - Published | |
'It shows how rattled he is': BJP hits back at Lalu's remarks on PM's visit; claims Bihar will do 'pind-daan of Mahagathbandhan'BJP criticised RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav for his disrespectful remark towards PM Modi before his Bihar visit, labeling him as agitated. Yadav mocked Modi, suggesting he was coming to perform the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Couldn't tolerate my jovial nature': Tej Pratap Yadav says 5 families conspired to ruin his life; vows to expose themTej Pratap Yadav, expelled from RJD, alleges a conspiracy by five powerful families to ruin his political and personal life. He promises to expose them, claiming they were jealous of his popularity and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Will make Rahul PM': Tejashwi Yadav vows 2029 support; calls NDA govt in Bihar 'khatara'Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav appealed to Bihar voters. He wants them to support Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for Prime Minister in 2029. Yadav aims to defeat the National Democratic..IndiaTimes - Published | Oppn show of strength in Bihar as allies join Rahul yatraIndia bloc launched 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Sasaram, Bihar, led by Rahul Gandhi, protesting against alleged electoral roll discrepancies and "vote theft." The event showcased the unity of the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rahul Gandhi kicks off ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar: 16 days, 1,300 km, 20 districts – full routeCongress leader Rahul Gandhi initiated the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar, a 16-day march spanning over 1,300 km across 20 districts, joined by RJD leaders Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav. The..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Election Chor of India...': RJD MP Sanjay Yadav accuses ECI of 'colluding' with BJP to carry out 'vote theft'IndiaTimes - Published |
Bihar dy CM has 2 voter cards, says oppn; ERO sends him noticeBihar's political arena is ablaze as Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha faces accusations from the opposition regarding alleged possession of two voter IDs from different constituencies. RJD's Tejashwi Yadav..IndiaTimes - Published | EPIC trouble for Tejashwi Yadav: Card shown to media 'seems fake', says EC; asks him to surrender it by August 16The Election Commission has declared the EPIC card presented by RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav as "fake" and demanded its submission by August 16. This action follows Yadav's demand for accountability from..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Who is at fault?' RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav takes on EC over two EPIC numbers; 'will give good answer to it'IndiaTimes - Published | 'Dancing to America's tune': Tejashwi Yadav slams PM Modi for silence on US tariff hike; accuses him of weak leadershipRJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence following the US imposition of a 50% tariff on Indian imports. Yadav accused PM Modi of weakness and..IndiaTimes - Published |
EPIC number row: Tejashwi Yadav yet to submit original voter ID; asked to furnish by FridayRJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav faces an August 8 deadline to submit the original copy of his elector's photo identity card (EPIC) bearing number RAB2916120. This follows a discrepancy where Yadav..IndiaTimes - Published | Tejashwi's dual voter ID row: Lawyer files complaint against RJD leader; move after EC asked him to hand over EPIC cardRJD leader Tejashwi Yadav faces a police complaint filed by an advocate in Patna regarding his alleged possession of two EPICs. This action follows a notice from the Election Commission of India, which..IndiaTimes - Published |
'This means he had two EPIC nos': BJP on Tejashwi Yadav's 'missing name' claim; asks did he have two voter IDs?The BJP has accused RJD of electoral roll tampering in Bihar, alleging RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav possesses multiple voter IDs. This accusation follows Yadav's claim that his name was missing from the..IndiaTimes - Published | 'EPIC' trouble for Tejashwi: RJD leader's 'name missing' from Bihar poll roll claim prompts EC to look into 'forgery'; what poll panel saidTejashwi Yadav, an RJD leader, claimed his name was missing from Bihar's voter list, alleging a conspiracy. However, the Election Commission of India (ECI) refuted this, stating his name exists with..IndiaTimes - Published |
‘Double speak’: Chirag Paswan slams Nitish over rising crime; RDJ asks why he is in alliance with 'corrupt' Bihar govtFollowing Union Minister Chirag Paswan's criticism of Bihar's rising crime rates, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) accused him of hypocrisy. RJD MP Manoj Jha urged Paswan, citing his close ties with..IndiaTimes - Published | Bihar showdown: RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav claims Amit Shah no longer trusts Nitish Kumar’s leadership; dares BJP to end speculationTejashwi Yadav ignited a fierce debate in the Bihar Assembly, asserting that Amit Shah has lost confidence in Nitish Kumar's leadership. He challenged the BJP to publicly affirm Kumar as the CM until..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Bihar does not take him seriously': BJP mocks Tejashwi's 'poll boycott' threat; calls it to 'nervousness'The BJP has strongly criticized RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav's suggestion of a possible election boycott in Bihar, viewing it as a sign of the Mahagathbandhan's fear of defeat. The BJP claims Yadav's..IndiaTimes - Published | ‘You were a child’: CM Nitish Kumar loses cool Tejashwi in Bihar assembly; defends JDU decision to snap ties with RJDBihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar rebuked Tejashwi Yadav, citing RJD's poor governance as the reason for their alliance's dissolution. The exchange occurred amidst opposition protests regarding the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Resignation row: CM Mamata Banerjee casts doubt on VP Jagdeep Dhankhar’s health reason for departure; says ‘he’s a healthy man’West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed doubt over VP Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation citing his good health, fueling political speculation. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh suggested deeper reasons, possibly..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Turned Bihar into Taliban': Tejashwi Yadav slams Nitish govt; cites killings across stateRJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has strongly criticized the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government in Bihar, citing a breakdown of law and order due to recent murders and violent incidents. He accused the BJP of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Evening news wrap: ED arrests Bhupesh Baghel's son Chaitanya in liquor scam case; PM Modi lauds Op Sindoor, slams RJD in Bihar speech & moreIndiaTimes - Published | 'Took resolve of Op Sindoor from Bihar,' says PM Modi in Motihari; takes jibe at Lalu Yadav - top quotesPrime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to East Champaran, lauded Operation Sindoor's success and contrasted his government's development initiatives with the previous RJD era, accusing them of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Talks on with RJD & Left, but Congress may settle for 50-60 seats in BiharCongress is likely to contest fewer seats in Bihar than in 2020, aiming for 50-60 seats while prioritizing winnability after a disappointing performance last time. The party seeks alliance coherence..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Uneducated': BJP's Sanjay Jaiswal slams Tejashwi Yadav's 'sootra' remark on SIR; demands apologyA political firestorm erupts in Bihar over alleged illegal foreign nationals on voter lists, as BJP's Sanjay Jaiswal slams RJD's Tejashwi Yadav for dismissing the reports. Jaiswal demands an apology,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Bihar poll survey finding illegal immigrants, say Election Commission sourcesBihar's electoral roll revision has reportedly uncovered illegal immigrants from Nepal, Bangladesh, and Myanmar attempting to register as voters using fraudulent documents. This claim has sparked..IndiaTimes - Published | Bihar SIR row: 'Sootra ko hum mootra samajhte hain', Tejashwi mocks 'illegal voters' claim; calls EC 'cell' of political partyRJD leader Tejashwi Yadav dismissed reports of illegal migrants from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Myanmar being registered as voters in Bihar, questioning the credibility of the sources. He accused the..IndiaTimes - Published |
‘Unless you win...’: Amid Bihar voter list row, Khurshid downplays protest; urges focus on winning pollsCongress leader Salman Khurshid has differed with his party's stance on Bihar's voter list revision, emphasizing the importance of winning elections to make a difference. His remarks contrast with the..IndiaTimes - Published | Another businessman shot dead in Patna: Tejashwi Yadav slams Nitish Kumar; questions 'why is unconscious CM silent?'Political tensions rise in Bihar as another businessman, Vikram Jha, is murdered in Patna. Tejashwi Yadav criticizes chief minister Nitish Kumar over rising crime. This incident follows the killings of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Voter list revision row: RJD's Manoj Jha accuses EC of cancelling meeting, poll body respondsThe Election Commission (EC) refuted RJD MP Manoj Jha's allegations regarding a cancelled meeting concerning Bihar's electoral roll revision. The EC clarified that Jha's authorization was limited and..IndiaTimes - Published | Bihar voter list row: Opposition vs Election Commission; SC agrees to hear pleas against SIRThe Supreme Court has agreed to an early hearing on petitions challenging the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, scheduled for Thursday. Opposition parties..IndiaTimes - Published |
Now, RJD, Moitra & PUCL move Supreme CourtSeveral parties, including the TMC and PUCL, have petitioned the Supreme Court against the Election Commission's special intensive revision of Bihar's electoral rolls. They argue the revision is..IndiaTimes - Published | Electoral roll division: Rabri Devi asks people to ‘refuse’ document checks by poll officials; alleges 'conspiracy'Rashtriya Janata Dal urged Bihar residents to resist showing documents beyond voter IDs during the Election Commission's intensive electoral roll revision, alleging a conspiracy to disenfranchise poor..IndiaTimes - Published |
Lalu's 'Owaisi' dilemma: Will RJD align with AIMIM for Bihar polls? Seemanchal holds the keyBihar gears up for crucial elections. Opposition strategists work to counter the ruling NDA. Owaisi's AIMIM seeks alliance with Lalu Yadav's RJD. RJD fears AIMIM could split Muslim votes. AIMIM won..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Is Election Commission God?': Pappu Yadav's 'do-or-die battle' call as roll revision row flares; links poll body to RSSPappu Yadav, a Congress-leaning MP, has declared a "do-or-die battle" against the Election Commission's electoral roll revision in Bihar, labeling the ECI as an "office of the RSS." Congress has also..IndiaTimes - Published |
Bihar elections: Tensions in NDA? Jitan Ram Manjhi warns Chirag Paswan over past 'mistakes'Tensions appear to be simmering within the NDA as Jitan Ram Manjhi warns Chirag Paswan against repeating his 2020 election strategy, hinting at potential consequences. Paswan responded diplomatically,..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Namazwadi not Samajwadi': BJP slams RJD on waqf remarkIndiaTimes - Published |
'No one can stop me': Tej Pratap meets 'partner' Anushka Yadav; defends visit post-RJD expulsionExpelled RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav visited Anushka Yadav in Patna, asserting a "parivaarik" relationship despite his recent expulsion from the party. Lalu Prasad Yadav ousted Tej Pratap for violating..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Namazvad, not Samajwad': BJP attacks Tejashwi for 'will bin Waqf Act' remark; says 'won't happen'Bharatiya Janata Party criticizes Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav. Yadav promised to discard the Waqf Act if his alliance wins Bihar elections. BJP accuses Yadav of vote bank politics. They..IndiaTimes - Published |
Bihar polls: Prashant Kishor accuses PM Modi of ignoring key issues; says 'spoke about four things, and left'Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor criticized PM Modi's Siwan visit for neglecting Bihar's unemployment and student migration issues. Kishor stated Modi only spoke briefly and didn't address..IndiaTimes - Published | Voter list revision: Tejashwi Yadav blames PM Modi for 'conspiring to strip Bihar of voting rights'; warns loss of welfare schemesTejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of influencing the Election Commission to cancel Bihar's voter list and create a new one based on pre-1987 documents. He alleged this is..IndiaTimes - Published |
