Bihar Political News

The 2026 Bihar Legislative Council elections have delivered a politically significant verdict, with the RJD making gains, the BJP facing setbacks in key constituencies and Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party securing its first victory in the Upper House. The results have reshaped the political narrative ahead of the next phase of Bihar politics.

Patna Teachers seat sees biggest upset in 30 years, JDU's Neeraj Kumar wins Patna Graduates for 4th time

A statement listed by the Bihar Chief Minister's Office has brought a political dispute involving the BJP and Congress into focus. The Chief Minister demanded an apology from Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge over remarks concerning the Prime Minister's father.

Bihar Lok Bhavan has announced that vice-chancellors of six universities have been prohibited from taking policy and financial decisions. The move raises questions about university administration, institutional accountability and the division of authority in higher education.

The ruling NDA alliance secures vital victories in the Bihar Legislative Council elections, while Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party makes history by winning its first-ever legislative seat.

Counting begins for 8 Bihar Legislative Council seats, BJP-JDU vs Jan Suraaj Party in tight fight

Complete Report of MLC Elections Held Yesterday Constituencies, Voter Turnout and What Happens Next

The internal crisis in the Bihar Congress has intensified after the party issued show-cause notices to 29 leaders for allegedly participating in a protest against the state leadership in New Delhi. The action comes amid continuing demands from disgruntled leaders for organisational changes and greater accountability.

A tragic incident in Telangana has sparked anger among State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) employees after a 24-year-old woman bus conductor, Gundla Pravalika, died following an alleged attack by a passenger. The conductor, who was seriously injured after being pushed out of a moving bus during an argument over ticket change, succumbed to her injuries after nearly ten days of treatment.

Karnataka's latest bus fare hike has triggered a political controversy across the state, with opposition parties strongly criticising the Congress government over the increased financial burden on ordinary passengers. The revised fares for state-run transport corporations have come into effect from midnight on November 4, making bus journeys more expensive for thousands of daily commuters.