Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary Calls Lalu Prasad ‘Gabbar of Bihar’, Defends CM Nitish Kumar
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Sunday dubbed RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav as the "Gabbar of Bihar," blaming him for the state's industrial decline and accusing his family of deep-rooted corruption. Defending CM Nitish Kumar, Choudhary dismissed opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav’s criticism and highlighted NDA's efforts toward development, including pension reforms and new industries. The RJD hit back, calling Lalu a symbol of social justice and accusing Choudhary of political opportunism.
CM Announces Hike in Social Security Pension by ₹700 Ahead of Bihar Polls
The Bihar government has raised the monthly social security pension by ₹700, increasing it from ₹400 to ₹1,100 for widows, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced that the new amount will be disbursed from July, benefitting over 1.09 crore people. The move comes ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in the state.
BJP Hits Back After Sonia Gandhi Slams India’s Silence on Israel-Iran Conflict
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has criticised the Modi government's silence on the Israel-Iran conflict, calling it a diplomatic failure and a break from India’s moral traditions. In an op-ed, she condemned Israel’s actions as unlawful and urged India to take a clear stand. The BJP hit back, accusing Congress of politicising diplomacy, stating that India’s position advocating de-escalation is clear and consistent.
BJP Spent Nearly 45% of Total Election Funds in 2024 Lok Sabha Polls: ADR Report
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accounted for nearly 45% of the total election spending during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The party spent ₹1,494 crore out of a total ₹3,352.81 crore declared by 32 political parties. Publicity was the biggest expense, making up over 53% of total spending. The ADR raised concerns over transparency, highlighting delays in report submissions and missing data from several parties.
‘Nurturers of Mafia Raj, Jungle Raj’: PM Modi Slams RJD-Congress Alliance in Bihar Rally
During a rally in Siwan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a fierce attack on the RJD-Congress alliance, accusing them of nurturing "mafia raj" and dynastic politics. Dedicating ₹10,000 crore worth of development projects, he urged voters to reject those responsible for Bihar’s "jungle raj" and migration crisis, asserting that the opposition prioritised family interests over public welfare.
