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Nitish Kumar

22nd Chief Minister of Bihar (born 1951)

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Nitish Kumar: 22nd Chief Minister of Bihar (born 1951)
Nitish Kumar is an Indian politician who has served as the 22nd chief minister of Bihar since 22 February 2015, having previously held the office from 2005 to 2014 and for a short period in 2000. He is Bihar's longest serving chief minister, and also holding the post for 9th term.

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Tejashwi Yadav's Jibe at Nitish Kumar in Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra | Oneindia News [Video]

Tejashwi Yadav's Jibe at Nitish Kumar in Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra | Oneindia News

Join us as Tejashwi Yadav, former Bihar Deputy CM and RJD leader, speaks candidly during the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Sasaram. With bold statements on Bihar's political landscape and strategies to..

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Tejashwi Yadav Dares Nitish Kumar: Explosive Bihar Assembly Showdown | Oneindia News [Video]

Tejashwi Yadav Dares Nitish Kumar: Explosive Bihar Assembly Showdown | Oneindia News

In a fiery session at the Bihar Assembly, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav issued a bold challenge to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, vowing to halt Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP in the state. Watch the..

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Nitish Kumar wins floor test with 129 votes; Tejashwi Yadav slams BJP-JDU govt | Oneindia News [Video]

Nitish Kumar wins floor test with 129 votes; Tejashwi Yadav slams BJP-JDU govt | Oneindia News

In a dramatic turn of events, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has emerged victorious in a trust vote held in the state assembly earlier on Monday. Just moments before the crucial vote of confidence,..

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Forever With NDA: Nitish Kumar's Pledge for Bihar's Future After 'Flip-Flop' Move | Oneindia News [Video]

Forever With NDA: Nitish Kumar's Pledge for Bihar's Future After 'Flip-Flop' Move | Oneindia News

Witness the monumental moment as Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announces his permanent commitment to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Explore the implications of this political shift and the..

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Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Reveals His Perspective: Behind-the-Scenes of INDIA Alliance! Oneindia News [Video]

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Reveals His Perspective: Behind-the-Scenes of INDIA Alliance! Oneindia News

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar shares insights on the INDIA alliance, revealing his efforts to suggest a different name and the challenges faced. Tune in to discover the untold story of seat allocation and the..

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Nitish Kumar's Political Pivots: New Team Emerges with BJP as Key Ally! Oneindia News [Video]

Nitish Kumar's Political Pivots: New Team Emerges with BJP as Key Ally! Oneindia News

Explore the twists and turns in Nitish Kumar's political journey as he forms a new team, aligning with the BJP in Bihar. Dive into the dynamics of the revamped leadership and the implications for the..

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Nitish Kumar’s U-turn: Sanjay Raut says Nitish Kumar will return to INDIA Alliance | Oneindia [Video]

Nitish Kumar’s U-turn: Sanjay Raut says Nitish Kumar will return to INDIA Alliance | Oneindia

On Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar joining the NDA, Shiv Sena (UBT faction) MP Sanjay Raut says, "...He seems to have developed amnesia. Once he takes the medicine, he will realise that he has joined..

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Rahul Gandhi Hits Out At Nitish Kumar As Bharat Nyay Jodo Yatra Enters Bihar Amid Political Turmoil [Video]

Rahul Gandhi Hits Out At Nitish Kumar As Bharat Nyay Jodo Yatra Enters Bihar Amid Political Turmoil

Rahul Gandhi claimed that the ideologies of the RSS and BJP are spreading violence and hatred in the country and that's why Congress has opened a shop of love. #BharatNyayJodoYatra #Congress..

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Nitish Kumar’s U-turn: KC Tyagi on JD(U) returning to BJP-led NDA | Mallikarjun Kharge | Oneindia [Video]

Nitish Kumar’s U-turn: KC Tyagi on JD(U) returning to BJP-led NDA | Mallikarjun Kharge | Oneindia

On JD (U) returning to BJP-led NDA, party leader KC Tyagi says," Coordination could not be established between INDIA parties. From the outside, everything appeared normal but Congress was doing..

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Nitish Kumar’s U-Turn: 2nd political turnaround in 18 months | 'Paltu Ram’s' career | Oneindia News [Video]

Nitish Kumar’s U-Turn: 2nd political turnaround in 18 months | 'Paltu Ram’s' career | Oneindia News

In a surprising turn of events, Nitish Kumar, who declared a year ago that he would "rather die than go to NDA," has now joined hands with the BJP after resigning from the post of Bihar CM on Sunday...

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Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar CM for record 9th time after returning to NDA | Oneindia News [Video]

Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar CM for record 9th time after returning to NDA | Oneindia News

Nitish Kumar took oath as the Bihar Chief Minister for the record ninth time on Sunday. Two Deputy Chief Ministers — Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha — of the BJP, along with six other..

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Nitish Kumar Resigns: Jairam Ramesh calls it a drama to divert attention from yatra | Oneindia [Video]

Nitish Kumar Resigns: Jairam Ramesh calls it a drama to divert attention from yatra | Oneindia

Jalpaiguri, West Bengal | Congress General Secretary in-charge Communications, Jairam Ramesh says, "It is not surprising that Nitish Kumar has resigned. He is a seasoned politician. He has been a Chief..

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BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad, Nityanand Rai & DMK's Elangovan Reacts on Nitish Kumar's Resignation [Video]

BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad, Nityanand Rai & DMK's Elangovan Reacts on Nitish Kumar's Resignation

Watch as BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad, Nityanand Rai, and DMK's Elangovan share their reactions on the surprising resignation of Nitish Kumar. Dive into the political discourse as key figures weigh in on..

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Bihar Politics| Bihar Bjp Chief Samrat Chaudhary Speaks On Nitish Kumar Rejoining NDA | Oneindia [Video]

Bihar Politics| Bihar Bjp Chief Samrat Chaudhary Speaks On Nitish Kumar Rejoining NDA | Oneindia

State BJP chief Samrat Chaudhary expressed gratitude for being elected as the Leader of the Legislative Party, calling it a historic moment. He recalled the mandate received in 2020 for Bihar's..

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Bihar Politics | BJP Leader Giriraj Singh Reacts on Nitish Kumar’s Resignation| Oneindia News [Video]

Bihar Politics | BJP Leader Giriraj Singh Reacts on Nitish Kumar’s Resignation| Oneindia News

Union Minister and BJP MP Giriraj Singh expressed gratitude for Nitish Kumar's resignation as Chief Minister of Bihar. He voiced concerns about the potential for a "Jungle Raj 2" under Tejashwi Yadav's..

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Nitish Kumar Resigns As Bihar Chief Minister To Join Hands With BJP | Oneindia News [Video]

Nitish Kumar Resigns As Bihar Chief Minister To Join Hands With BJP | Oneindia News

In a sudden turn of events, JD(U) President Nitish Kumar announces his resignation as the Chief Minister. Watch the exclusive statement where Kumar reveals his decision and informs the Governor to..

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Bihar Update: Nitish Likely to Resign| BJP Chief JP Nadda in Bihar Today | OneIndia News [Video]

Bihar Update: Nitish Likely to Resign| BJP Chief JP Nadda in Bihar Today | OneIndia News

Bihar undergoes a political transformation as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar contemplates replacing the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the coalition. JD(U) sources..

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INDIA Alliance Falling Apart? Nitish Kumar's Exit and Congress-TMC Logjam Rock Foundations| Oneindia [Video]

INDIA Alliance Falling Apart? Nitish Kumar's Exit and Congress-TMC Logjam Rock Foundations| Oneindia

The Mahagathbandhan, symbolized by 'Jeetega INDIA,' faces turmoil as Bihar CM Nitish Kumar exits, AAP distances in Punjab, and Mamata Banerjee snubs Congress in West Bengal. The alliance, once hopeful,..

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Bihar politics: Speculations intensify around Nitish Kumar's return to BJP-led NDA | Oneindia News [Video]

Bihar politics: Speculations intensify around Nitish Kumar's return to BJP-led NDA | Oneindia News

The political landscape in Bihar is undergoing a seismic shift, with speculations rife about JD(U) leader and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar making a dramatic return to the BJP-led NDA. As the Bihar..

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Bihar Political Crisis: CM Nitish Kumar to Dump INDI Alliance?| BJP Calls Emergency Meet| Oneindia [Video]

Bihar Political Crisis: CM Nitish Kumar to Dump INDI Alliance?| BJP Calls Emergency Meet| Oneindia

Bihar faces political turmoil as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's alliance with Mahagathbandhan hangs in the balance. Tensions rise amid speculation of a BJP reunion. Nitish Kumar's recent meetings and a..

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Bihar Update: 10 Congress MLAs in touch with BJP? | Nitish Meets with JDU leaders| Oneindia [Video]

Bihar Update: 10 Congress MLAs in touch with BJP? | Nitish Meets with JDU leaders| Oneindia

Amid escalating tensions within Bihar's Mahagathbandhan, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is rumored to reunite with the BJP, potentially for a ninth term. A meeting between Bihar BJP leaders and top..

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Political Heat Flares up in Bihar as CM Nitish Kumar Indicates Reunion with BJP | Oneindia News [Video]

Political Heat Flares up in Bihar as CM Nitish Kumar Indicates Reunion with BJP | Oneindia News

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's potential shift in alliances sparks speculation. Despite skepticism among Bihar BJP leaders, the party's top leadership, with a determined stance, issues a gag order..

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Bihar NDA seat-sharing: Chirag gets 5, uncle none

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Bihar cabinet expansion: Nitish Kumar inducts 21 new ministers

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar expanded the cabinet in Patna, inducting 21 new ministers. The oath was administered by governor Rajendra Arlekar. The cabinet now includes a mix of fresh faces and returning..
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Bihar CM Nitish Kumar expands his cabinet by inducting 21 ministers, six of them become minister for the first time

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'Nitish Kumar begged for forgiveness before Lalu Prasad in 2022': Tejashwi Yadav on Bihar CM's 'betrayal'

According to the PTI news agency, Tejashwi Yadav said, "Nitish ji had, after begging for forgiveness, told my parents that the BJP was trying to split his party and wean away his MLAs."
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Despite getting JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar to NDA camp, BJP keeps its focus on wooing OBC, EBC groups

In Bihar, BJP is focusing on expanding its support base among OBC and EBC. Recent moves like picking Nand Kishore Yadav as assembly speaker and fielding Dharamsheela Gupta and Bhim Singh for Rajya..
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Husband, son arrested under pressure from top officials: JD(U) MLA Bima Bharti

Janata Dal (United) MLA Bima Bharti alleges her son and husband were arrested in an Arms Act case under pressure from top officials in the state government. Bharti expresses loss of trust in MLAs and..
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Irked at slogan-shouting, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar warns RJD of action against 'irregularities'


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RJD indulged in corrupt practices during its rule in Bihar: Nitish

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has accused the RJD of engaging in corrupt activities during their tenure in Bihar, and the newly formed NDA-led government is set to launch an investigation into..
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Bihar floor test: Nitish Kumar wins trust vote with 129 votes

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday won the floor test with 129 votes as the Opposition parties walked out before the voting.
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Tejashwi Yadav targets Nitish Kumar, calls him 'Dashrath', 'Chacha' in Bihar Assembly

Tejashwi Yadav, publicly voiced his dissatisfaction with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to leave the 'Mahagathbandhan' and rejoin the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the..
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'We were not there to sing and dance for your entertainment': Tejashwi Yadav takes a dig at Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar


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Nitish Kumar set to face floor test after taking oath for record 9th time, here's what we know so far


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Nitish: Rahul in bid to steal caste survey credit

Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday dismissed as "nonsensical" Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's claim that the caste survey in the state was conducted under pressure from the latter's party...
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Rahul Gandhi's vehicle attacked in Bihar's Katihar, not in Bengal: Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee claimed Rahul Gandhi's vehicle was attacked in Bihar, not Bengal. She condemned the incident and suspected it was an expression of anger in Bihar, where Nitish Kumar's JD(U) returned to..
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Nitish Kumar vows to stay with NDA forever

The Congress and RJD on Tuesday lashed out at Nitish for making another U-turn and joining the BJP-led NDA ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. "I thought PM Modi was a master of U-turns ... but Nitish..
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'Rahul Gandhi's claim nonsensical': Nitish Kumar responds to Congress leader's remarks on caste survey in Bihar

On Tuesday, Rahul Gandhi had claimed that Nitish Kumar was feeling trapped after getting a caste survey conducted under pressure from the Mahagathbandhan partners and the BJP “provided him with a way..
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'Will remain in NDA...': Bihar CM Nitish Kumar issues first statement after leaving INDIA Bloc

Hitting out at the opposition's grouping, which has vowed to take on the BJP at the Centre in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar said that the alliance's name --INDIA-- was christened..
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A little pressure & Nitish makes U-turn. We don't need him: Rahul


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Nitish Kumar-led new NDA govt in Bihar to seek trust vote on February 10


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' A little pressure and he takes U-turn, we don't need him': Rahul Gandhi takes dig at Nitish Kumar

Rahul Gandhi in his first remarks on Nitish Kumar's exit from Mahagathbandhan said “The ‘Mahagathbandhan' (grand alliance) will fight for social justice in Bihar; we don't require Nitish Kumar for..
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'Ideology of hatred and violence took away our beloved Bapu': Rahul Gandhi takes fresh swipe at BJP as Yatra reaches Bihar

Rahul Gandhi urges citizens to protect the 'flame of truth' from 'hatred' on the 76th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's martyrdom. His 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' enters Bihar after Nitish Kumar's exit from the..
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NDA will suffer with entry of Nitish Kumar, INDIA will...: Opposition leaders' sharp remarks as Bihar CM changes sides

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Bihar assembly likely to get new speaker on February 12

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RJD: Unlike BJP, we believe in mandate, not in poaching

Bihar BJP chief Samrat Chaudhary, now the new deputy CM, outlined on Monday how the alliance with JDU was revived over 17 months after Nitish Kumar dumped BJP in Aug 2022. "JD(U) presented before us a..
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BJP, JD(U) defend alliance, say Congress trying to weaken regional outfits

Congress and opposition parties criticize Nitish Kumar's return to NDA. JD(U) and BJP defend alliance, accusing Congress of weakening regional parties. JD(U) focuses on strengthening alliance while..
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Kharge: If BJP wins in 2024 LS polls, Modi will become dictator

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INDIA block unity was broken on day Cong took out Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra 'alone': Ghulam Nabi Azad

Ghulam Nabi Azad criticizes Congress for going alone in the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, neglecting potential allies. Azad advises including other political parties in the journey for a broader alliance. He..
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Why Nitish Kumar's alliance with BJP may help JD(U) in Lok Sabha elections


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'Not good for ...': Arvind Kejriwal on Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's latest U-turn

Delhi chief minister and AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal said that his Bihar counterpart Nitish Kumar made the wrong choice by exiting the INDIA bloc and joining hands with the BJP-led NDA.Speaking at a..
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'Aaya Kumar, gaya Kumar:' Congress slams Nitish Kumar, accuses him of betraying opposition

Congress takes swipe at Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for his volte-face. Kumar formed a new government with BJP after resigning as CM of Bihar. Congress criticizes Kumar's frequent resignations and changing..
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Nitin Kumar's return to NDA won't affect opposition INDIA alliance: Sanjay Raut

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Ideologies of RSS, BJP spreading violence, hatred: Rahul Gandhi

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BJP asserts itself by naming Nitish's bugbears as deputy CMs

Nitish Kumar was unhappy with BJP's choice of deputy CMs Tarkishore Prasad and Renu Devi, disregarding his preference for Sushil Modi. BJP's current pick, Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, shows..
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PM post nowhere in sight with INDIA, CM chair at risk from RJD

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Back with NDA, no question of going anywhere now: Nitish Kumar

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Tejashwi slams 'visionless, tired' CM, says game has just begun

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PM Modi congratulates Nitish, deputy CMs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior BJP leaders on Sunday congratulated Nitish Kumar on taking oath as chief minister."NDA government formed in Bihar will leave no stone unturned for the..
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Why HR-wallahs would like to love Paltiputra

Memes, jokes and funny videos - social media can't stop guffawing at Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, who has switched allies like pyjamas once again. Among the hashtags trending on X on Sunday was..
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M-Y equation, dividing INDIA bloc part of BJP's arithmetic

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Fear of losing more allies now haunts anti-BJP bloc

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First signs Of differences in Bihar's Grand Alliance appeared on November 2

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'Dil ke tukde huye hazaar': Haryana CM jibes INDIA bloc after Nitish Kumar joins BJP-led NDA


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Nitish Kumar will go down in political history as great Paltu Ram: NCP


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