Pashupati Paras Hands RLP Leadership Role to Prince Raj Paswan
Former Union minister Pashupati Kumar Paras announced a leadership change in the Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party, appointing former MP Prince Raj Paswan as executive national president. The move aims to strengthen the party and bring in young leadership. Paras hinted he may step back from active politics while guiding the organisation amid challenges within the Paswan political legacy.
Nishant Kumar Pays Tribute to Mother After Joining JD(U), Plans Bihar Tour
After joining the JD(U), Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, paid tribute to his late mother on Monday. Speaking to media, he said he sought her blessings and plans to visit all 38 districts of Bihar soon. Nishant also congratulated India on its T20 World Cup victory.
US-Iran Conflict Triggers Market Turmoil and Political Uproar in India
Escalating tensions in West Asia following the US-Iran confrontation sent shockwaves through India on Monday, triggering a sharp fall in stock markets and protests in Parliament. The Sensex plunged over 2,400 points while the Nifty also declined significantly. Opposition leaders criticised the government’s response, as lawmakers raised concerns over economic and geopolitical implications.
Tejashwi Yadav Calls RJD MLAs’ Meeting Amid Bihar Political Developments
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has called a meeting of party MLAs on Tuesday to discuss Bihar’s changing political situation. The meeting comes after Nishant Kumar joined JD(U), intensifying political speculation. Party leaders are also expected to discuss strategy for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, where RJD has renominated Amrendra Dhari Singh as its candidate.
JD(U) Leaders Welcome Nishant Kumar’s Political Entry
Senior JD(U) leader Abhishek Sharma welcomed Nishant Kumar’s entry into the party, calling it a moment of pride for workers. He said the son of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar would bring fresh energy and direction. Sharma praised Nishant’s humility, citing his gesture of seeking blessings from leaders, and expressed confidence he would strengthen the organisation.
After Joining JD(U), Nishant Kumar Meets Nitish Kumar, Seeks Blessings
Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, met his father after formally joining JD(U) and offered him sweets while seeking blessings. Nishant said he would work to strengthen the party and carry forward his father’s vision for Bihar’s development. He also visited Patna’s Mahavir Temple to offer prayers after entering politics.
Better Educated Than Rivals: Nishant Kumar Steps Into Bihar Politics
Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has formally entered politics by joining JD(U). An engineering graduate from Birla Institute of Technology Mesra, he is known for his simple lifestyle and low public profile. Compared with leaders like Tejashwi Yadav and Chirag Paswan, Nishant is considered academically stronger as he holds a B.Tech degree.