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Happy Or Grumpy, Nitish Babu?

Happy Or Grumpy, Nitish Babu?

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Nitish Kumar appeared rather grumpy as he was sworn in as Bihar's chief minister for a record 10th time at the Gandhi Maidan in Patna on Thursday afternoon.

Cyber Fraud Ring Busted: 11 Arrested in Delhi, Mumbai Operation

Cyber Fraud Ring Busted: 11 Arrested in Delhi, Mumbai Operation

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested 11 individuals involved in a cyber fraud racket operating from Delhi and Mumbai, which allegedly defrauded a senior citizen of over Rs 22 lakh with promises of high investment returns. The network is linked to international operators in Cambodia.

Death of 'Farsa Wale Baba' Sparks Protests and Traffic Blockade in Mathura

Death of 'Farsa Wale Baba' Sparks Protests and Traffic Blockade in Mathura

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

The death of a man known as 'Farsa Wale Baba' in Mathura under suspicious circumstances led to protests and a traffic blockade during President Murmu's visit. Supporters allege he was killed by cattle smugglers, while authorities claim a truck accident was the cause.

Cow Vigilante's Death Triggers Uproar in Mathura

Cow Vigilante's Death Triggers Uproar in Mathura

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

A cow vigilante, known as 'Farsa wale Baba', died after being hit by a truck near the Haryana border, leading to protests and a traffic blockade in Mathura during President Murmu's visit.

Nitish Kumar drives down to meet Amit Shah in Patna hotel

Nitish Kumar drives down to meet Amit Shah in Patna hotel

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Patna to discuss election strategy. The meeting aims to dispel rumors of strained relations and solidify the NDA alliance ahead of upcoming assembly polls.

Giriraj: Lalu 'blackmailer', Nitish 'Dhritarashtra'

Giriraj: Lalu 'blackmailer', Nitish 'Dhritarashtra'

Rediff.com19 May 2017

The Union minister says the Bihar chief minister ignores his partner's misdeeds.

Is The 'Bhunja Party' Really Running Bihar?

Is The 'Bhunja Party' Really Running Bihar?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Tejashwi Yadav and Prashant Kishore claim that a group of senior Janata Dal-United leaders and retired bureaucrats, locally dubbed the 'Bhunja Party', manages the state administration on Nitish Kumar's behalf.

Why BJP Plans To Drop 2 Dozen Bihar MLAs

Why BJP Plans To Drop 2 Dozen Bihar MLAs

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Winnability to be paramount in selection of candidates, followed by clean public image and proven loyalty to the BJP.

Modi's mother abused again during Tejashwi's yatra, claims BJP

Modi's mother abused again during Tejashwi's yatra, claims BJP

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

The BJP has accused RJD workers of hurling abuses at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's late mother during Tejashwi Yadav's 'Bihar Adhikar Yatra'. The incident has sparked controversy in the politically charged environment of Bihar, where elections are due later this year.

Is That Flying Radha?

Is That Flying Radha?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

'Off the record': Giriraj explains shocking 'white-skinned' Sonia remark

'Off the record': Giriraj explains shocking 'white-skinned' Sonia remark

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

Union minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Giriraj Singh on Wednesday said his comment on Congress President Sonia Gandhi was made "off the record" and added that it was being presented by the media in a different light.

Nitish displeased over Giriraj's 'beating official's remark

Nitish displeased over Giriraj's 'beating official's remark

Rediff.com7 Mar 2021

"You should go and ask Giriraj whether the use of such language is nyaysangat (proper)," said Kumar, a stickler for propriety in public behaviour, with a broad smile barely concealing his detestation.

It's 'treason': Giriraj wants Nitish to ban halal food

It's 'treason': Giriraj wants Nitish to ban halal food

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

In the letter to the Bihar CM, the Bharatiya Janata Party MP and rural development minister said, 'Things which have no connection with Islam are being Islamised. Some institutions have become self-proclaimed in giving halal certificate and are giving halal certificate to companies manufacturing goods by paying huge sums of money.'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'The question for the TMC is not whether it can hold its bastions, but whether it can expand effectively into regions where the BJP already possesses a good ecosystem.'

Giriraj regrets statement, matter closed: BJP moves on

Giriraj regrets statement, matter closed: BJP moves on

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

With the Congress stepping up attack over the controversial remarks of Union Minister Giriraj Singh, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday said it considers the matter closed as the minister has expressed his regret.

Can Rahul Gandhi Get Begusarai Seat For Kanhaiya Kumar?

Can Rahul Gandhi Get Begusarai Seat For Kanhaiya Kumar?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Rahul Gandhi has spoken to Nitish Kumar and Lalu Yadav about the Begusarai seat, but the CPI is unwilling to give up the seat.

India paying price for not sending Muslims to Pak: Giriraj

India paying price for not sending Muslims to Pak: Giriraj

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

'When our forefathers were fighting for Independence from British rule, Jinnah was pushing for the creation of an Islamic state'

Rahul wears white t-shirt becasue he hates...: Union minister

Rahul wears white t-shirt becasue he hates...: Union minister

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Rahul Gandhi has urged the youth of Bihar to join him in the march in Begusarai wearing "white T-shirts".

Racist comment row: Cong workers stage protest against Giriraj

Racist comment row: Cong workers stage protest against Giriraj

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Congress on Thursday took to the streets demanding the sacking of Union Minister Giriraj Singh for his controversial remarks against Sonia Gandhi.

Giriraj's anticipatory bail rejected

Giriraj's anticipatory bail rejected

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Additional District and Sessions Judge (First Class) Bipin Bihari rejected the petition of the Nawada Lok Sabha candidate of the saffron party.

'To ogle at...': Lalu's remark on Nitish's yatra stirs row

'To ogle at...': Lalu's remark on Nitish's yatra stirs row

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

The BJP and JDU leaders claimed that Prasad insulted women in the state with his comment.

Sonia ignores 'narrow-minded' Giriraj; Bihar court orders FIR

Sonia ignores 'narrow-minded' Giriraj; Bihar court orders FIR

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Congress chief Sonia Gandhi on Thursday brushed aside Union minister Giriraj Singh's racist comment saying she need not reply to a person with "neech mansikita" (narrow mindset)

Chirag Paswan Wants To Be Bihar CM

Chirag Paswan Wants To Be Bihar CM

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

While the BJP backs Nitish Kumar as chief minister, Chirag isn't hiding his readiness for the role, reports Aditi Phadnis.

EC bans Giriraj from taking part in campaign in Bihar, J'khand

EC bans Giriraj from taking part in campaign in Bihar, J'khand

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Cracking the whip, the Election Commission on Tuesday banned BJP leader Giriraj Singh from campaigning in Jharkhand and Bihar for his controversial remarks that people who do not vote for Narendra Modi will have to find a place in Pakistan.

Modi agreed with every word Giriraj said

Modi agreed with every word Giriraj said

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

'Modi deliberately chose such unhinged people because they said what he wanted to, but couldn't,' says Aakar Patel.

Lawyers, MBAs, postgraduates among Modi's new cabinet

Lawyers, MBAs, postgraduates among Modi's new cabinet

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

As many as six who hold law degrees include cabinet ministers Nitin Gadkari, J P Nadda, Piyush Goyal, Sarbananda Sonowal, Bhupender Yadav and Kiren Rijiju.

BJP ticks off Giriraj for Modi-Pak remark; parties complain to EC

BJP ticks off Giriraj for Modi-Pak remark; parties complain to EC

Rediff.com20 Apr 2014

Voicing its disapproval, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday ticked off its Bihar leader Giriraj Singh for his 'back Narendra Modi or go to Pakistan' remark even as Congress and the Janata Dal-United complained to Election Commission and demanded criminal action against him.

BJP leader invokes Lalu's 'snake' tweet to slam Nitish

BJP leader invokes Lalu's 'snake' tweet to slam Nitish

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Sharing Yadav's tweet, Giriraj Singh, who has often been critical of Kumar, on Wednesday said, "The snake has entered your home."

Rural women drive Rs 27,000 crore financial inclusion transactions

Rural women drive Rs 27,000 crore financial inclusion transactions

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Enterprising women business correspondents, known as BC Sakhis, have facilitated transactions worth Rs 27,000 crore in Uttar Pradesh, earning Rs 75 crore in commission over the past four and a half years. BC Sakhis, appointed under the nationwide women empowerment programme, are members of self-help groups (SHGs) who are trained and certified to provide banking and financial services in rural areas.

NDA ahead in Bihar, Nitish's JD-U on top

NDA ahead in Bihar, Nitish's JD-U on top

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

The Rashtriya Janata Dal, which had suffered decimation in the last general elections, was leading in five seats, out of 23 where it had fielded candidates.

'1ft-long ponytail': Giriraj, Tejashwi in Twitter spat over job promise

'1ft-long ponytail': Giriraj, Tejashwi in Twitter spat over job promise

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

Tejashwi Yadav on Friday called out Union Minister Giriraj Singh for sharing an "edited video" of an interview to suggest that the young Rashtriya Janata Dal leader was going back on his promise to create 10 lakh jobs in the state.

Sack Giriraj, says Sanjay Nirupam; defends sexist remark against Smriti Irani

Sack Giriraj, says Sanjay Nirupam; defends sexist remark against Smriti Irani

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam on Thursday demanded the sacking of Bharatiya Janata Party MP Giriraj Singh for his remarks against Congress President Sonia Gandhi but evaded questions on the statement he made on Union Minister Smriti Irani in 2012 during a television debate.

Now Giriraj says all terrorists belong to 'particular community'

Now Giriraj says all terrorists belong to 'particular community'

Rediff.com14 May 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Giriraj Singh on Wednesday again courted controversy by saying that all terrorists belong to a "particular community".

Union minister rebels, refuses to contest poll

Union minister rebels, refuses to contest poll

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

'Giriraj Singh has told the central leadership that he is being made a target by some BJP leaders and some JD-U in a conspiracy to defeat him in the polls.'

Amit Shah rebukes Giriraj for dig at Nitish over iftar

Amit Shah rebukes Giriraj for dig at Nitish over iftar

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

JD-U leaders came down heavily on the Begusarai MP for his snide remarks.

Modi 3.0: The Cabinet Meets

Modi 3.0: The Cabinet Meets

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

On Monday, June 10, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra D Modi held the first meeting of his Cabinet at his residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg.

Left parties improve performance, with surprise in Rajasthan

Left parties improve performance, with surprise in Rajasthan

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Embroiled in a battle for survival, Left parties marginally improved their performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, leading in eight to 10 seats according to vote counting trends.

Photo of the day: OMG, is Shashi Tharoor being kissed?

Photo of the day: OMG, is Shashi Tharoor being kissed?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

The Thiruvananthapuram MP tweeted the image, explaining the sequence of events and the conversation between the two leaders.

During Eid celebration, Nitish takes a dig at Giriraj

During Eid celebration, Nitish takes a dig at Giriraj

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Religion is not just about following one's own path but also respecting those believing in other religions, Kumar said.

Bihar floods: Giriraj says Nitish, Sushil must take responsibility

Bihar floods: Giriraj says Nitish, Sushil must take responsibility

Rediff.com5 Oct 2019

The Begusarai MP said the 'wyavastha (dispensation)' is responsible for the problems being faced by the people in the current situation.