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  Did Nitish Kumar project Samrat Choudhary as the new CM? Here's what Bihar minister says

  Bihar | March 19, 2026 9:50 IST

  A senior JD(U) minister has dismissed speculation that Nitish Kumar has named Samrat Choudhary as his successor, asserting that media reports are misinterpreting routine remarks. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to step down soon to enter the Rajya Sabha.

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  Nitish Kumar files Rajya Sabha nominations: Amit Shah hails Bihar CM's tenure | As it happened

  Bihar | March 05, 2026 15:17 IST

  JD(U) chief Nitish Kumar filed the nomination for the Rajya Sabha, bringing the curtains down on his tenure as the longest-serving CM of Bihar. He has left for the Bihar Assembly, where he will be filing his Rajya Sabha nomination shortly.

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  Nitish Kumar awards cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Rs 50 lakh for U19 World Cup glory | VIDEO

  Cricket | February 22, 2026 23:51 IST

  Nitish Kumar foresaw Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shattering records in India's senior squad, spotlighting Bihar's drive to build elite sports infrastructure and bolster athlete support. He lauded the teen prodigy as a role model for state youth, extending wishes for his stellar path ahead.

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  Hijab controversy: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's security tightened after intelligence inputs

  Bihar | December 18, 2025 23:49 IST

  Security for Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been strengthened following a political storm over an alleged hijab-related incident at a public event in Patna. The move was taken after intelligence agencies shared inputs amid strong criticism from Opposition parties.

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  When did Nitish Kumar become CM for the first time? Know all about 9 terms of 'Sushasan Babu'

  Bihar | November 20, 2025 13:00 IST

  Nitish Kumar political journey: During his second and third terms as Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar established a strong reputation for good governance, focusing heavily on infrastructure development, social welfare programs, and maintaining law and order.

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  Which leader holds the record for the shortest-serving Chief Minister of Bihar for 5 days?

  Bihar | October 01, 2025 18:15 IST

  Satish Prasad Singh, Bihar’s sixth Chief Minister, holds the record for the shortest tenure in the state's history just five days in office in 1968.

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  Bihar CM Nitish Kumar refuses to wear Muslim cap at event in Patna | Video

  Bihar | August 21, 2025 15:31 IST

  Minister Zama Khan tried to place the cap on Kumar's head, but the CM immediately removed it and instead placed it back on Khan, asking him to wear it.

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  Chirag Paswan softens tone on Nitish Kumar, says 'JDU chief will take oath as CM again after polls'

  Bihar | July 29, 2025 11:29 IST

  Chirag Paswan's remarks came just two days after he expressed "regret" over having to support the Nitish Kumar government, which he alleged has "surrendered" before criminals.

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  OPINION | Bihar’s helpless police and hopeless Chief Minister

  India | July 18, 2025 18:48 IST

  For the last 20 years, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been holding the Home portfolio. He is ultimately responsible for ensuring law and order, and he is absent from the scene.

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  Bihar: Lightning strikes kill 12 across six districts in 24 hours, CM announces ex-gratia

  Bihar | June 17, 2025 23:40 IST

  Authorities have urged people to remain cautious and follow safety advisories during thunderstorms, as the monsoon season continues to bring unpredictable weather patterns to the region.

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  Doing hard work to fulfil my dream to achieve something, not to become 'Bihar CM': Prashant Kishor

  Bihar | May 22, 2025 8:22 IST

  While addressing a gathering in Saran, Prashant Kishor said that today, I am not doing this hard work to become a CM but to fulfil my dream. I have a dream to achieve, I will consider that Bihar is developed when people from Haryana and Punjab will come to Bihar for employment.

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  Tejashwi Yadav reacts to Rabri Devi's 'insult' by Bihar CM Nitish Kumar

  Bihar | March 08, 2025 18:11 IST

  Accusing Chief Minister Nitish Kumar of being in an unconscious state, Tejashwi Yadav while addressing the protestors said that unless this government remains "you will not get your right".

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  Tejashwi hits back at Nitish over his remark on Lalu: 'It's me who made him Bihar CM twice'

  Bihar | March 05, 2025 18:53 IST

  The exchange of acrimonious remarks against each other started when Tejashwi Yadav intervened while Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was speaking in the assembly on Tuesday.

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  Nitish Kumar fumes at Tejashwi Yadav in Bihar Assembly: 'Tumhare pita ji ko hum hi banaaye the'

  Bihar | March 04, 2025 17:45 IST

  Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar targeted LoP Tejashwi Yadav, saying he supported him and his party twice, but they engaged in wrong activities, that's why he drove them out.

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  Nitish Kumar's picture patting Tejashwi Yadav's shoulder at Bihar Raj Bhavan goes viral | See photo

  Bihar | January 02, 2025 16:31 IST

  Bihar Chief Minister and JD-U leader Nitish Kumar had aligned twice with the RJD, a constituent of the INDIA bloc, in the last one decade.

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  Chhath Puja 2024: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspects ghats, reviews preparations in Patna

  Bihar | November 02, 2024 23:54 IST

  Chhath Puja 2024, celebrated on November 7 (Thursday), is a vibrant festival dedicated to the Sun God and his consort, Chhathi Maiya.

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  Bihar CM thanks PM Modi for sanctioning crucial railway project connecting Ayodhya & Sitamarhi

  Bihar | October 25, 2024 8:23 IST

  Bihar CM Nitish Kumar expressed gratitude to PM Modi after the Union Cabinet approved the doubling of key rail sections to enhance connectivity for pilgrims traveling between Ayodhya and Sitamarhi.

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  Prashant Kishor promises to end liquor ban in Bihar within one hour if elected

  Bihar | September 15, 2024 11:40 IST

  The Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 was enacted with effect from October 2, 2016 to enact, implement and encourage the complete prohibition of liquor and drugs in Bihar under the Nitish Kumar-led 'Mahagathbandhan' government in the state.

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  WATCH | Tejashwi's reaction after travelling with Nitish on same flight amid buzz over switch by CM

  Bihar | June 05, 2024 13:49 IST

  With the BJP falling short of majority, JD-U chief and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is being seen as a kingmaker in forming next government. Opposition's I.N.D.I.A bloc is hoping for another return of Kumar to the coalition.

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  Lok Sabha Elections: Nitish Kumar writes letter to people of Bihar, reminds them of 'jungle raj'

  Bihar | April 23, 2024 18:07 IST

  In the lead-up to the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections on April 26, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has penned a letter to the public, addressing concerns about the state's past governance issues. In his letter, he reflects on the era of 'jungle raj' and criticised the flawed system.