Ratnesh Sada

In response to the relentless threat of flooding, Bihar's disaster management minister has mandated the construction of permanent flood shelters on elevated terrains to mitigate waterlogging risks. Immediate inspections of ongoing projects are underway, as officials recognize the importance of their role in protecting lives and ensuring accountability.

In a vibrant showcase of community engagement, Bihar's Health Minister Nishant Kumar took the helm at the JD(U)'s 'Jan Sunwai' program, marking his debut in public grievance resolution. Accompanied by colleagues from transport and disaster management, the ministers tackled a range of concerns from citizens across different districts.

Bihar's cabinet is set for a major expansion. Nishant Kumar, son of Nitish Kumar, is poised to join the ministry. This move follows the NDA's victory in the assembly polls. Senior NDA leaders are expected to attend the ceremony. The expansion aims to strengthen the alliance and accelerate development in Bihar.

A severe thunderstorm battered Bihar on Friday, claiming seven lives and causing widespread disruption. Patna experienced heavy traffic jams, uprooted trees, and significant damage. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced Rs 4 lakh ex gratia for victims' families. Authorities are working on restoration, with an orange alert issued for Saturday.

In a noteworthy political shift, Bihar is set to see a cabinet expansion this Thursday, with Nishant Kumar, son of Nitish Kumar, poised to step into a ministerial role. The occasion will be graced by Prime Minister Modi, who will oversee the oath-taking ceremony at the historic Gandhi Maidan.

In a bold move, Bihar's cabinet underwent a dramatic expansion as 32 new ministers took their oath, notably including the offspring of former chief ministers. Under the guidance of Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, this newly formed council strives for inclusivity across caste, community, and regional lines.

JD(U) MLA from Sonbarsa, ratnesh sada, on Friday took oath as a cabinet minister and accused former chief minister and HAM(S) leader Jitan Ram Manjhi and his son Santosh Suman of deceiving CM Nitish Kumar and doing nothing for the Mahadalit community.

Hundreds of workers of the Hindustani Awam Morchs (Secular), led by the party leader Dhruv Lal Manjhi, on Tuesday joined the JD(U) in presence of state's finance minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary, JD(U) state president Umesh Kushwaha and newly-appointed SC/ST welfare minister ratnesh sada.

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of Bihar has flagged off Bhim Sansad raths as part of his efforts to reach out to Dalits and backward classes ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The Bhim Sansad aims to caution these sections of society about the Modi government's alleged plans to scrap their reservation rights. Kumar has been credited with empowering the Dalits and Mahadalits socially, politically, and economically during his 18 years in power. The recent caste survey conducted by the Bihar government has highlighted the significant presence of OBCs and EBCs in the state's population.

Senior JD(U) member and former minister Shyam Rajak has been appointed deputy leader of the House in Bihar Assembly. Chief minister Nitish Kumar made the recommendation to this effect on Monday.

The JD(U) has decided to hold a “Bhim Sansad” at the Veterinary College ground here on November 5 to “safeguard the Constitution and the reservation rights granted to the socially backward classes”.

Rumors swirl around the potential return of former Union minister RCP Singh to the JD(U), especially after senior party figure Shyam Rajak extended a heartfelt invitation, declaring the JD(U) as his true home. This speculation gained traction when Singh recently expressed admiration for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, calling him a 'guardian' and celebrating the state's 'historic' progress under his leadership.

Chief minister Nitish Kumar on Friday flagged off 34 firefighting vehicles to strengthen fire stations in different districts. The vehicles are equipped with 72 types of firefighting apparatuses.

In a move that may jeopardise efforts to unite opposition at the national level and antagonize allies Congress and RJD in Bihar, the state’s ruling JD (U) on Wednesday decided to support NDA pick Ram Nath Kovind in the presidential election slated for July 17.

Bihar assembly on Tuesday witnessed an uproarious scene during the post-lunch session after a JD (U) member made a highly objectionable remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

State JD(U) president Vashisht Narayan Singh on Thursday reconstituted the organisation and its different wings, appointing Sanjay Singh, MLC, as chief spokesperson.

Patna, Mar 29 () A ruling JD(U) legislator's alleged derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi created ruckus in Bihar Assembly today during a debate on the Appropriation Bill 2016 which was later passed by voice vote amid boycott by NDA members.

Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar on Friday flagged off altogether 34 fire fighting vehicles in order to strengthen different district and sub-divisional level fire stations.

Nitish Kumar's JD(U) has unveiled its first list of 57 candidates for the Bihar assembly elections, fielding 30 new faces alongside 27 incumbents. The party aims to retain power, balancing caste equations with a focus on OBC, SC, and EBC nominees. Notably, no Muslim candidates were included in this initial selection.

"All the leaders have decided that we will support Ram Nath Kovind for the post of president. He is Bihar's first Governor who has been nominated for this post. We are very happy with this, it is the matter of Bihar's development," Senior JD (U) leader ratnesh sada said in Patna.

A village panchayat in Saharsa district asked the gang-rape accused to pay Rs70,000 to the family of 16-year-old victim belonging to Mahadalit community to settle the issue.

Chief minister Nitish Kumar on Friday reiterated that the Centre might go for early Lok Sabha polls fearing more loss to the BJP because of opposition unity.