POLITICAL CONTROVERSY BIHAR

'What kind of affection is this?': Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh on controversy with his wife, Jyoti Singh

Bhojpuri singer Pawan Singh accused his wife, Jyoti Singh, of politically motivated affection amid their ongoing divorce case. He suggested her actions are a tactic to trouble him, particularly after his meetings with BJP leaders regarding the upcoming Bihar elections. Singh, previously expelled from BJP, is involved in strengthening the NDA for the polls.

Bihar Election 2025: EC announces poll dates as voter list controversy brews after major revision

Bihar will vote on November 6 and 11. Results are expected on November 14. The elections are marked by a debate over the updated electoral rolls. This Special Intensive Revision aims to clean up voter lists. The Election Commission is working to ensure all eligible voters are included. This process could impact voter turnout in the state.

'Not justified': CEC Gyanesh Kumar calls post-election roll revision illegitimate amidst SIR controversy in Bihar

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar stated that a Special Intensive Revision after elections is "not justified," addressing Bihar's voter roll controversy. He highlighted poll preparedness, including the successful 22-year voter list cleansing by EROs and BLOs, and urged citizens to participate in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections before November 22, 2025.

Bihar deputy CM lied before SC to escape murder trial, alleges Prashant Kishor

Prashant Kishor alleged Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary escaped a 1995 mass murder trial by falsely claiming minority status to the Supreme Court. Kishor cited Choudhary's 2020 affidavit, which contradicts his earlier age claim, demanding his immediate dismissal.

BJP slams RJD over PM's mother remark

Nityanand Rai criticized RJD for alleged abusive remarks against PM Modi's mother during Tejashwi Yadav's rally. He condemned the incident as shameful and warned RJD against testing the patience of Bihar voters. Rai recalled similar abuses during a previous rally with Rahul Gandhi. He asserted that Bihar's voters will reject RJD's 'Gunda Raj' culture in the upcoming elections.

Tejashwi Yadav accuses NDA of looting Bihar, warns of 'action' on corrupt if comes to power

Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, launched a strong attack on Bihar's ruling NDA, alleging corruption and misuse of power to harass the opposition. He promised strict action against corrupt individuals if his party assumes power. Yadav criticized the NDA for looting Bihar and accused the Election Commission of favoring the BJP, vowing to prevent electoral malpractice in the upcoming elections.

Prashant Kishor questions Bihar Dy CM Samrat Chaudhary's educational qualifications, calls him murder accused

Rahul Gandhi will lead anti-SIR stir in Bengal if EC repeats Bihar mistakes: Congress leader Prasenjit Bose

Congress leader Prasenjit Bose stated Rahul Gandhi will spearhead the anti-SIR movement in West Bengal before the upcoming assembly elections. This is if the Election Commission repeats Bihar mistakes. Bose anticipates a political realignment against the BJP after the festive season. He highlights issues like corruption and atrocities. The Congress is ready to fight the election.

Bihar SIR: SC to hear final pleas on October 7, says verdict will apply across nation

The Supreme Court has set October 7 as the date for the final hearing regarding petitions challenging the Election Commission of India's decision to conduct a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar. The court emphasized that it would not issue fragmented rulings on the matter.

'Leader of opposing Bharat': Anurag Thakur slams Rahul Gandhi while taking on Congress, RJD over AI video on PM Modi’s mother

Anurag Thakur, a BJP leader, criticized Congress and RJD. He alleged they used an AI video to target PM Modi's deceased mother. Thakur spoke in Pune during a cycle rally. He also questioned Rahul Gandhi's absence from key events. Thakur addressed India-Pakistan cricket relations. He clarified India's stance on bilateral series.

Nazriya's The Madras Mystery to Trisha's Brinda S2 to Scam 2010: Check these upcoming Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada OTT releases on SonyLIV

SonyLIV reveals its 2025 content plans. The platform will showcase new web series and returning shows. From Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga to Maharani Season 4 and Raveena Tandon's Dynasty to Nazriya Nazim's The Madras Mystery, check out the list of upcoming Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and Kannada OTT releases.

'Kitna giroge?' Congress hauls in PM Modi's mother in 'vote chori' AI video; BJP reacts

The BJP has strongly condemned an AI-generated video shared by the Bihar Congress, which depicts a caricature of PM Modi being rebuked by a figure resembling his late mother. BJP leaders have accused the Congress of resorting to cheap political tactics and disrespecting women.

Ex-RJD MLA makes derogatory remark against Tejashwi's wife

Former RJD MLA Raj Ballabh Yadav ignited controversy with disparaging remarks about Tejashwi Yadav's wife, Rajshree, questioning his choice of spouse and sparking outrage within the RJD. The ex-MLA's comments, made in a purported video, have led to protests and accusations of emulating derogatory tactics used by Narendra Modi.

Kerala Congress social media head quits amid Bihar backlash

Following a contentious tweet linking bidis and Bihar, which sparked outrage from political parties, including ally RJD, the Congress party's Kerala unit social media head resigned. The controversial post, deemed a misfired attempt to connect tobacco tax hikes with the Bihar election, led to apologies and a decision to revamp the Kerala Congress social media wing after backlash.

Congress workers in Amethi lodge complaint over 'abusive' remarks against Rahul Gandhi on Facebook

In Amethi, Congress workers have lodged a police complaint. The complaint targets a social media user. The user is accused of abusing Rahul Gandhi on Facebook. The post sparked protests among local Congress members. They demand legal action against the user. Police have forwarded the matter for technical investigation. Amethi is a traditional Congress stronghold.

Congress comparing people of Bihar with 'bidis' insult to all 'Biharis', NDA to make it poll issue: BJP

The BJP has strongly criticized the Congress for a controversial social media post by its Kerala unit that allegedly compared the people of Bihar to 'bidis'. BJP leaders, including Ravi Shankar Prasad and Piyush Goyal, condemned the post as an insult to Biharis and warned of political consequences in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections.

GST reforms will mostly help poor; Andhra govt failed to demand compensation: CPI(M)

CPI(M)'s V Srinivas Rao acknowledged that GST reforms could lower prices and benefit the poor, but criticized the Andhra Pradesh government for not seeking compensation for potential income loss. APCC's Kolanukonda Sivaji claimed the reforms were a result of Rahul Gandhi's campaign and international pressure, demanding compensation for states and relief for MSMEs.

‘Jitni galiyan aap Modi ji ko denge…’: Amit Shah blasts Rahul over PM Modi's derogatory remarks

BJP targets Congress, says Rahul Gandhi's Voter Adhikar Yatra in Bihar 'crossed all limits'

The Bharatiya Janata Party has strongly condemned the Congress party. They allege that abuses were directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's late mother during a Voter Adhikar Yatra in Bihar. BJP MP Sambit Patra criticized Rahul Gandhi. He likened him to Mani Shankar Aiyar. Patra accused the Congress of using disturbing language. He said it was a matter of shame.

Kishor slams Congress for bringing Revanth Reddy, recalls ‘DNA of labour’ remark on Bihar

Stalin in Bihar: Annamalai shares compilation of 'uncouth' anti-Bihari remarks by DMK leaders

In Chennai, BJP leader K Annamalai released a compilation. It contained remarks by DMK leaders about people from Bihar and North India. This happened as M K Stalin planned to join Rahul Gandhi's Yatra in Bihar. Annamalai challenged Stalin to repeat those comments. He wanted Stalin to say them while sharing the stage with Gandhi.

Tejashwi Yadav booked in UP for calling Modi 'vote thief' in post

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav following a social media post criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The complaint, lodged by a BJP city president, alleges Yadav's comment incited public anger.

Election Commission publishes list of deleted 65 lakh electors from first SIR draft list after SC order

Vinod Singh Gunjiyal released details of electors removed from Bihar rolls. The Supreme Court directed providing deletion lists with reasons. The list includes those excluded from the draft roll published on August 1. Reasons include death, shifting, absence, or repeated entry. The list is available on the Bihar CEO website and district offices. Voters can search using EPIC numbers.