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The Audacity Of Tejashwi Yadav's Ambition: Shifting From 'MY' To 'PDA'
In the intricate smorgasbord of Bihar's political landscape, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has long stood as a formidable player, its roots entrenched in the soil of the Muslim-Yadav coalition.
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The Dimming Of Democracy's Carnival: From Bihar 1995 To Bihar 2025
There was a time when elections in Bihar were not fought - they were celebrated. The year was 1995. I had just returned from California to do a survey of Bihar assembly elections along with the CSDS. I travelled all over the state.
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The Great INDIA Bloc Muddle: A Comedy Of Errors In Bihar
In the unfolding drama of the Bihar assembly polls, the INDIA bloc - an alliance that once promised a united front against the ruling NDA - has transformed into a farcical spectacle of misalignment and muddle.
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Opinion | Prashant Kishor: When The 'Game Changer' Quit The Game
In a realm where perception is often reality, Kishor now embodies the archetype of a politician who talks of a grand game but fails to deliver when it counts.
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Ahead Of Bihar Election, The Political Significance Of Mukesh Sahani
In the vibrant tapestry of Bihar's political landscape, where caste and community often intertwine to shape electoral fortunes, the role of 44-year-old Mukesh Sahani stands as a compelling narrative, one that blends aspiration with strategy.
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Analysis | BJP's Strategic Mastery: A Prelude To Bihar Assembly Elections
As the clock ticks down to the Bihar Assembly elections, the political landscape is a tapestry woven with both bold strokes and subtle nuances.
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The Rise And Rise Of Chirag Paswan And A Lesson In Political Reinvention
In the vibrant, often tumultuous political landscape of Bihar, the ascent of Chirag Paswan resembles a compelling narrative, one that intertwines personal ambition with inherited legacy
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The 6 Roadblocks On Tejashwi Yadav's Route To Success
In the intricate theatre of Bihar politics, the stage is set for the 2025 assembly election, and at the centre stands Tejashwi Yadav, the 35-year-old leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
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The Promises And Aspirations Of Prashant Kishor: A Journey Through Bihar
In the vast tapestry of Indian politics, few figures embody the complexities of aspiration and pragmatism as vividly as the election strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor.
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With Jobs Promise, Tejashwi Yadav Hopes To Cash In On Bihar's Aspirations
At the heart of Bihar, where the Ganges weaves its stories through a tapestry of dreams and despair, a figure stands, hoping to redefine the narrative of a state marked by promise and peril.
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Homecoming: The Chhath Puja And The Dilemma Of Bihari Diaspora
As Chhath approaches, the looming shadow of the Bihar assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11 adds a bittersweet note to their celebrations.
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The 7 X Factors In Bihar Assembly Election 2025
Bihar faces a unique assembly election again. It is the first election to be held in the state after the Election Commission (EC) carried out the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise.
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In Bihar Mahabharat For Women's Vote, A Tale Of Differing Strategies
The forthcoming Assembly elections are poised to be a battleground not only for parties but also for ideologies, and one issue that is set to dominate is women's empowerment and welfare.
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Once Nitish Kumar's Trump Card, This Group Is Now Rahul Gandhi's Bihar Bet
In the politics of Bihar, caste is both compass and trap: it orients every voter, every party, every pledge, even as it binds them to inherited hierarchies
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Bihar's Sadaqat Ashram To Host Congress Top Body Meet: Between Memory And Mirage
In the languid bends of the Holy Ganga, where the river slows to cradle Patna in its muddy embrace, sits Sadaqat Ashram - an institution that looks less like a fortress of politics.
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The Audacity Of Tejashwi Yadav's Ambition: Shifting From 'MY' To 'PDA'
In the intricate smorgasbord of Bihar's political landscape, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has long stood as a formidable player, its roots entrenched in the soil of the Muslim-Yadav coalition.
-
The Dimming Of Democracy's Carnival: From Bihar 1995 To Bihar 2025
There was a time when elections in Bihar were not fought - they were celebrated. The year was 1995. I had just returned from California to do a survey of Bihar assembly elections along with the CSDS. I travelled all over the state.
-
The Great INDIA Bloc Muddle: A Comedy Of Errors In Bihar
In the unfolding drama of the Bihar assembly polls, the INDIA bloc - an alliance that once promised a united front against the ruling NDA - has transformed into a farcical spectacle of misalignment and muddle.
-
Opinion | Prashant Kishor: When The 'Game Changer' Quit The Game
In a realm where perception is often reality, Kishor now embodies the archetype of a politician who talks of a grand game but fails to deliver when it counts.
-
Ahead Of Bihar Election, The Political Significance Of Mukesh Sahani
In the vibrant tapestry of Bihar's political landscape, where caste and community often intertwine to shape electoral fortunes, the role of 44-year-old Mukesh Sahani stands as a compelling narrative, one that blends aspiration with strategy.
-
Analysis | BJP's Strategic Mastery: A Prelude To Bihar Assembly Elections
As the clock ticks down to the Bihar Assembly elections, the political landscape is a tapestry woven with both bold strokes and subtle nuances.
-
The Rise And Rise Of Chirag Paswan And A Lesson In Political Reinvention
In the vibrant, often tumultuous political landscape of Bihar, the ascent of Chirag Paswan resembles a compelling narrative, one that intertwines personal ambition with inherited legacy
-
The 6 Roadblocks On Tejashwi Yadav's Route To Success
In the intricate theatre of Bihar politics, the stage is set for the 2025 assembly election, and at the centre stands Tejashwi Yadav, the 35-year-old leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD).
-
The Promises And Aspirations Of Prashant Kishor: A Journey Through Bihar
In the vast tapestry of Indian politics, few figures embody the complexities of aspiration and pragmatism as vividly as the election strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor.
-
With Jobs Promise, Tejashwi Yadav Hopes To Cash In On Bihar's Aspirations
At the heart of Bihar, where the Ganges weaves its stories through a tapestry of dreams and despair, a figure stands, hoping to redefine the narrative of a state marked by promise and peril.
-
Homecoming: The Chhath Puja And The Dilemma Of Bihari Diaspora
As Chhath approaches, the looming shadow of the Bihar assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11 adds a bittersweet note to their celebrations.
-
The 7 X Factors In Bihar Assembly Election 2025
Bihar faces a unique assembly election again. It is the first election to be held in the state after the Election Commission (EC) carried out the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise.
-
In Bihar Mahabharat For Women's Vote, A Tale Of Differing Strategies
The forthcoming Assembly elections are poised to be a battleground not only for parties but also for ideologies, and one issue that is set to dominate is women's empowerment and welfare.
-
Once Nitish Kumar's Trump Card, This Group Is Now Rahul Gandhi's Bihar Bet
In the politics of Bihar, caste is both compass and trap: it orients every voter, every party, every pledge, even as it binds them to inherited hierarchies
-
Bihar's Sadaqat Ashram To Host Congress Top Body Meet: Between Memory And Mirage
In the languid bends of the Holy Ganga, where the river slows to cradle Patna in its muddy embrace, sits Sadaqat Ashram - an institution that looks less like a fortress of politics.
