Nitish Kumar
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Muqabla: For the First Time in Bihar, BJP's 'Samrat' Government
News | Apr 14, 2026, 10:16 PM ISTBihar is witnessing a monumental transformation. This is not merely a change; rather, after 36 years, Bihar has taken a decisive new turn. The state is now moving beyond the era of Lalu Yadav, Rabri Devi, and Nitish Kumar.
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Bihar: Nishant Kumar not to take Deputy CM post for six months, Bijendra Yadav likely to take charge
Bihar | Apr 14, 2026, 07:47 PM ISTBihar is witnessing a major political transition as Samrat Choudhary is set to take oath as Chief Minister on April 15, becoming the first BJP CM in the state. Meanwhile, Nishant Kumar has opted out of the Deputy CM post for six months.
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Samrat Choudhary to be next Bihar CM: All you need to know about BJP's first chief minister of state
Bihar | Apr 14, 2026, 11:38 PM ISTBJP leader Samrat Chaudhary will take oath as Bihar's new Chief Minister at 11 am on Wednesday (April 15). The BJP is the single largest party in the 243-strong assembly with 89 MLAs.
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Samrat Choudhary's first remarks after being selected as Bihar CM: Will serve people with integrity
Bihar | Apr 14, 2026, 04:47 PM ISTSamrat Choudhary said this is not merely a position for him, but a sacred opportunity to serve the people of Bihar and to realize their trust and dreams. He pledged to live up to the expectations of every citizen with absolute integrity, dedication, and honesty.
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Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar CM after 10 terms, all eyes on his successor now
Bihar | Apr 14, 2026, 03:56 PM ISTNitish Kumar, whose party is a part of BJP-led NDA, submitted his resignation to Governor Lt Gen (Retd) Syed Ata Hasnain at Lok Bhavan earlier in the day.
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Bihar new CM announcement: Samrat Choudhary unanimously elected as leader of NDA
Bihar | Apr 14, 2026, 08:06 PM ISTBihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary will take oath as the new CM of the state on Wednesday. Choudhary was elected the leader of the NDA legislative party on Tuesday.
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Nitish Kumar to resign as CM today, Bihar set for a major leadership change
Bihar | Apr 14, 2026, 08:10 AM ISTBihar is heading towards a major political shift as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to resign on Tuesday after a cabinet meeting. The BJP is preparing to announce a Chief Minister, with Samrat Choudhary emerging as a strong contender.
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Ahead of resignation buzz, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspects Patna Betia-Expressway | VIDEO
Bihar | Apr 13, 2026, 07:43 PM ISTAmid strong buzz of his impending resignation, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar conducted a surprise inspection of the Patna-Betia Expressway in Saran. He reviewed the first phase of the project and directed officials to speed up the work.
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Bihar: Samrat Choudhary likely to become CM; PM Modi, Amit Shah to attend swearing-in ceremony
Bihar | Apr 13, 2026, 11:58 PM ISTAs per reports, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to convene a cabinet meeting on April 14 at 11 AM, after which he will tender his resignation to the Governor.
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Bihar: BJP legislative meeting scheduled, Nitish likely to resign after last meet
Bihar | Apr 12, 2026, 11:55 PM ISTThe importance of this meeting is high due to the fact that it is taking place after Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar took the oath as a Rajya Sabha MP.
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BJP appoints Shivraj Singh Chouhan as central observer for Bihar legislative party leader election
Bihar | Apr 12, 2026, 03:37 PM ISTJDU national working president Sanjay Kumar Jha said the process of the formation of the new government in Bihar will roll out after April 13.
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Coffee Par Kurukshetra: Will Modi replicate the 'Bihar Experiment' in Bengal?
Kurukshetra | Apr 10, 2026, 08:38 PM ISTAs the voting date in Bengal draws closer, political activity is intensifying. Addressing a rally in West Medinipur, Home Minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack on 'Didi'.
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Posters projecting Samrat Choudhary as new CM Bihar CM put up outside BJP office in Patna | Video
Bihar | Apr 09, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTSamrat Choudhary, who is seen as the front-runner among those in the race for the top job, has experienced a meteoric rise since he joined the BJP less than a decade ago.
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Nitish Kumar to take oath as Rajya Sabha member today, Bihar may get new CM on April 14
Bihar | Apr 10, 2026, 12:00 AM ISTAfter his election to the Rajya Sabha, Nitish Kumar will take the oath as an MP in Delhi on Friday, after which he will hold a Bihar Cabinet meeting, which would pave the way for a power transition in the state. A new chief minister is likely to be announced on April 14.
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Nitish Kumar to take Rajya Sabha oath on April 10, new Bihar govt likely after April 14: Sources
Bihar | Apr 02, 2026, 01:52 PM ISTNitish Kumar will depart for Delhi on April 9. It is believed that a new government will be formed in Bihar after April 14.
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Nitish Kumar will continue to receive Z+ security cover even after stepping down as Bihar CM
Bihar | Apr 02, 2026, 09:47 AM ISTThe Special Branch of the Home Department in the state has issued an order to this effect. The order stated that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is entitled to security cover under the Bihar Special Security Act, 2000.
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Speed News: PM Modi warns BJP workers about AI misuse in polls
Originals | Mar 30, 2026, 06:52 PM ISTPM Modi warns BJP workers about AI misuse in polls. CM Yogi Adityanath hands out 69,000+ smartphones to Anganwadi staff. Bihar politics heats up as Nitish Kumar and Nitin Nabin quit legislative posts. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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Bihar CM race begins as Nitish Kumar resigns as MLC; Nitin Nabin steps down as MLA
Bihar | Mar 30, 2026, 11:35 PM ISTThe move comes days after Nitish Kumar won the Rajya Sabha election. As per the Constitution, an individual cannot hold membership of two Houses simultaneously, which makes it mandatory for him to relinquish one position within 14 days.
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Nitish Kumar likely to quit as Bihar CM and resign as MLC on March 30, say sources
Bihar | Mar 27, 2026, 01:12 PM ISTBihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is likely to resign from the Legislative Council on March 30 after winning a Rajya Sabha seat earlier this month. With constitutional rules preventing dual membership, the move is expected once the Assembly and Council resume after their recess.
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Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar meets senior JD(U) leaders Lalan Singh, Arun Kumar, Rituraj Kumar
Bihar | Mar 21, 2026, 01:39 PM ISTFollowing the Eid Milan program in Patna, Nishant Kumar met central minister and senior JD(U) leader Lalan Singh at his residence.