Lalu Yadav
Lalu Yadav is a prominent Indian politician and the leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), a political party in Bihar. He served as the Chief Minister of Bihar in the 1990s and has been a significant figure in Indian politics for decades. Known for his charismatic personality and strong grassroots connections, Yadav has played a crucial role in advocating for social justice and the rights of marginalized communities. His political career has been marked by controversies, including legal challenges and convictions, but he remains an influential voice in the state and national politics. Recently, he was in the news for his remarks about the Maha Kumbh, where he controversially referred to it as 'Faltu', sparking criticism from various political leaders.
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Lalu Yadav's long political career is under scrutiny following the recent election results.
'Tejashwi so unpopular in own family': NDA on Rohini Acharya's 'abuse' charges; demands answers from RJD leader | India News
India· 2025-11-16
Rohini Acharya has donated her kidney to save Lalu Yadav.
'Abused & hit': After disowning Lalu family, Rohini Acharya's big charge on Tejashwi Yadav | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-15
Lalu Yadav, Family Cast Votes as First Phase of Bihar Polling Gets Underway.
'Send special force': Bihar dy CM Sinha after convoy attacked; takes shot at 'coward' police | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-06
Lalu Yadav's family cast votes as the first phase of Bihar polling gets underway.
Be Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav or Prashant Kishor for a minute — can you win Bihar? | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-06
Nitish Kumar targets Lalu Yadav in a pre-poll message.
Bihar polls: Opinion poll predicts close victory for NDA; Tejashwi Yadav most preferred CM face | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-01
Nitish Kumar targets Lalu Yadav and the RJD in a pre-poll message.
Bihar elections: RJD's Manoj Jha writes to EC; accuses NDA govt of violating MCC | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-01
Shah attacked Lalu Yadav for promoting dynastic politics and corruption.
'PM, CM seats not vacant': Shah taunts Rahul, Tejashwi; attacks Lalu & Sonia for dynastic politics | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-29
Lalu Yadav's family, including Tejashwi, is caught in legal wrangles related to a land-for-jobs scam.
Bihar elections: NDA vs Mahagathbandhan & Prashant Kishor factor - 'Mother of all elections' is here | India NewsIndia· 2025-10-06
Lalu Yadav was mentioned as a former chief minister during a discussion on law and order in Bihar.
Did BJP minister Jibesh Mishra assault journalist over question on road? Tejashwi Yadav presents video proof; demands FIR | India NewsIndia· 2025-09-15
Tejashwi Yadav is Lalu Yadav's son.
'EPIC' trouble for Tejashwi: RJD leader's 'name missing' from Bihar poll roll claim prompts EC to look into 'forgery'; what poll panel said | India NewsIndia· 2025-08-02
Lalu Yadav launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Modi, accusing him of coming to Bihar to 'tell lies'.
'Would you like to hear lies?' Lalu Yadav's 'electoral force' jibe at PM Modi's Bihar visit; shares cheeky poster | India NewsIndia· 2025-07-18
Lalu Yadav is the President of the RJD and was mentioned in the context of the Election Commission's communication.
Voter list revision row: RJD's Manoj Jha accuses EC of backing out of scheduled meet; poll body responds | India NewsIndia· 2025-07-09Tej Pratap Yadav's ex-wife lashed out at Lalu, Rabri, and Tejashwi Yadav.
Electoral roll revision: Rabri Devi asks people to ‘refuse’ document checks by poll officials; alleges 'conspiracy' | India NewsIndia· 2025-07-05Lalu Yadav's son Tejashwi Yadav's remarks were said to have no respect for the Parliament and judiciary.
'Namazvad, not Samajwad': BJP attacks Tejashwi for 'will bin Waqf Act' remark; says 'won't happen' | India NewsIndia· 2025-06-30
Lalu Yadav's RJD was part of the Mahagathbandhan government that conducted a caste census in Bihar.
PM Modi in Bihar: CM Nitish Kumar praises PM for caste census; asks Bihar voters to express gratitude | India NewsIndia· 2025-06-20
Tej Pratap Yadav's ex-wife lashed out at Lalu, Rabri, and Tejashwi Yadav.
'Stopped for tea break': RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav escapes unhurt as his convoy hit by truck in Bihar; 3 security personnel injured | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-06-07
Lalu Yadav expelled his eldest son from the party for six years, accusing him of disregarding moral values and harming the family’s principles.
'Dear mom and dad ... ': Tej Pratap Yadav pleads for love, blames ‘greedy people’ for rift with Lalu, family | India NewsIndia· 2025-06-01
Tej Pratap Yadav's ex-wife lashes out at Lalu Yadav and his family.
Speedboat nightmare in Puri! Sourav Ganguly's family escapes death by seconds | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-05-26
Lalu Yadav explained his decision to expel his son Tej Pratap from the party and family due to misconduct.
'Papa is like God': Rohini Acharya stands by father Lalu Prasad as RJD expels brother Tej Pratap | India NewsIndia· 2025-05-26
Lalu Yadav expelled his son Tej Pratap from the party for six years due to his personal conduct not aligning with family values.
'Intolerable': Tejashwi backs father Lalu Yadav's decision to expel brother Tej Pratap | India NewsIndia· 2025-05-25
Lalu Yadav is the chief of the RJD and is accused of dynastic politics.
'It's Lalu Yadav's party and his son will be the CM face': Prashant Kishor targets RJD's 'family politics' | India NewsIndia· 2025-05-04Lalu Yadav is noted as a predecessor of Nitish Kumar in Bihar.
BJP goes for caste census with an eye on Bihar polls - World
Pakistan· 2025-05-01
Lalu Yadav's 2013 demand for stricter laws to prevent misuse of Waqf properties was fulfilled by PM Modi.
Amit Shah recalls 2013 Lalu Yadav statement, says PM Modi fulfilled his wish on Waqf Law | India NewsIndia· 2025-04-02
Nitish Kumar claimed that he made Lalu Yadav what he became during a fiery showdown in the assembly.
Nitish Kumar loses cool again, this time over mobile phones | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-20
Lalu Yadav was being questioned at the ED office in connection with a land for job scam case.
Watch: 'Sattu' sent to ED office where Lalu Yadav, Misa Bharti were being questioned in land for job scam case | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-19
Lalu Yadav’s Holi celebrations were a spectacle of Bihar's rural life, which connected directly with the core of his voter base.
'Bura na mano Holi hai': Lalu-style ‘kurta faad’ Holi returns in RJD's desperate bid to woo core voters as Bihar elections near | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-15
Lalu Yadav is referenced as the father of Tej Pratap Yadav and criticized for his past governance.
'Nahi thumka lagaoge toh suspend kar diye jaoge': Tej Pratap Yadav instructs policeman to dance at Holi event, faces backlash | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-15Nitish Kumar claimed he made RJD supremo Lalu Yadav what he became.
'I made your father': Bihar CM Nitish to Tejashwi Yadav amid big showdown in assembly | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-04After Lalu Yadav’s invitation to RJD leader, he extended an invitation to Nitish’s son, Nishant Kumar.
Tej Pratap's 'political' offer for opponent Nitish Kumar's son | India NewsIndia· 2025-02-23
Lalu Yadav made a controversial remark calling the Kumbh 'Faltu', which was criticized by Yogi Adityanath.
'Playing with faith of 56 crore people': UP CM Yogi Adityanath targets oppn over Maha Kumbh | India NewsIndia· 2025-02-19
