Nitish Kumar
Nitish Kumar is a seasoned Indian politician and the Chief Minister of Bihar, representing the Janata Dal (United) party. He has held the position multiple times and is known for his focus on development and governance reforms in Bihar. Recently, Kumar was mentioned in the context of Aaditya Thackeray's warnings about the BJP's approach to regional parties, suggesting that his political future could be at risk due to the ongoing dynamics within the NDA alliance.
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Nitish Kumar is the veteran chief minister of Bihar who recently took oath for a record 10th time.
Veteran Bihar chief minister to step down for move to parliament
United Kingdom· 2026-03-05Nitish Kumar has dominated Bihar's political landscape for nearly two decades and is now set for a transition to the Rajya Sabha.
end of an era? from 10-time cm to rajya sabha, nitish kumar’s move reshapes bihar’s political equation | Patna News
India· 2026-03-05
Nitish Kumar, a 22-year-old student, alleged that he was kidnapped and forced into marriage.
When tradition becomes torture: Inside Bihar’s pakadua vivah cases | Patna NewsIndia· 2026-02-26
Nitish Kumar's cabinet has only three women ministers out of 27, highlighting the gender imbalance in political representation.
Women sway polls, men take charge: Why Nari Shakti remains a distant dream - explained | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-22
Nitish Kumar is the Chief Minister of Bihar who mingled with Tej Pratap Yadav at the feast.
Tej Pratap Yadav keeps netas guessing with ‘chura-dahi’ feast politics, courts NDA and family alike | Patna NewsIndia· 2026-01-14
Tej Pratap Yadav commented on whether Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar would be invited to his traditional ‘choora-dahi bhoj’.
‘What is the problem?’: Tej Pratap renews Bharat Ratna push for Lalu; will invite CM Nitish for ‘choora-dahi bhoj’ | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-11
Nitish Kumar has served as Bihar’s chief minister for 20 years, which makes him worthy of an honour.
‘Undoubtedly a ratna’:RJD takes jibe at Nitish Kumar amid Bharat Ratna push; questions merit | India NewsIndia· 2026-01-11
Nitish Kumar is the Bihar chief minister who lifted Nusrat Parveen's naqab during an event, sparking controversy.
Hijab row: Doctor whose naqab was pulled by Nitish Kumar fails to join duty; officials report no contact | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-20
Nitish Kumar, the Chief Minister of Bihar, faced backlash for removing a woman's veil during an event.
بہار کی خاتون ڈاکٹر کا ڈیوٹی سے انکار، ہیلتھ منسٹر کا معاملے سے لاعلمی کا اظہار
Pakistan· 2025-12-19
Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar was criticized for pulling down the hijab of a woman doctor during an official programme.
'Nothing wrong': BJP minister Giriraj Singh backs Bihar CM over hijab row; calls Nitish Kumar a 'guardian' | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-18
Nitish Kumar's act of removing the face veil of a Muslim woman during a public function has set off a war of words.
Nitish’s act sets off hijab row in J&K; Omar, PDP trade fire | Srinagar NewsIndia· 2025-12-18
Nitish Kumar is criticized for his actions regarding a Muslim woman being unveiled forcefully.
مسلم خاتون کو بے حجاب کرنے پر وزیرِ اعلیٰ بہار کیخلاف مذمتی قرارداد جمعPakistan· 2025-12-17
Nitish Kumar is the Bihar chief minister who is facing criticism for allegedly pulling a Muslim woman's hijab during an official event.
Nitish Kumar hijab video row: SP leader files complaint against Bihar CM, UP minister Sanjay Nishad; strict action sought | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-12-17
Nitish Kumar forcibly pulled off a girl's hijab during a letter distribution function in Bihar.
Nitish Kumar hijab video row: BJP counters opposition with Ashok Gehlot video; hits out at Congress | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-16
Nitish Kumar, the Chief Minister of Bihar, controversially pulled off the veil of a Muslim woman doctor during a ceremony.
وزیرِ اعلیٰ بہار نے تقریب میں مسلمان خاتون کی نقاب کھینچ دیPakistan· 2025-12-15
Nitish Kumar has been officially recognised by the World Book of Records for his matchless contribution in politics and for strengthening democratic values.
‘Matchless contribution’: Nitish Kumar enters World Book of Records - here is why | India NewsIndia· 2025-12-07
Nitish also told the RJD members, 'I gave you a chance two times.'
CM calls on MLAs to applaud PM for driving development in state | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-12-04
The inaugural session saw the presence of chief minister Nitish Kumar.
JDU Vibha Devi: First-day jitters in Bihar assembly: JD(U)’s Vibha Devi fumbles reading oath; Nawada winner seeks help on House floor | Patna NewsIndia· 2025-12-02
Nitish Kumar has been sworn in as Bihar CM for the 10th time.
Big change in Bihar cabinet: CM Nitish hands over home portfolio to BJP; who got what | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-21
Kishor accused the cabinet of Nitish Kumar of being packed with tainted leaders.
Bihar: Prashant Kishor outlines plan after poll rout; urge people to donate Rs 1,000 to Jan Suraaj | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-21
Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as Bihar chief minister for a record 10th time.
‘You’re either American or you’re not’: Indian-origin Nalin Haley calls dual citizenship a ‘stupid idea’India· 2025-11-20
Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as Bihar chief minister for a record 10th time.
Nikki Haley’s son, who wants to ban H-1B, says naturalised citizens should not hold office: 'We need to limit foreign...'India· 2025-11-20
Nitish Kumar has taken oath as Bihar’s chief minister for the 10th time, reinforcing once again his unmatched grip over the state’s politics.
Jobs, crime and finances: What Nitish must fix in his new term | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-20
Nitish Kumar was sworn in as the chief minister of Bihar for the 10th time at a grand ceremony.
Bihar Minister List 2025: Nitish Kumar sworn in as Bihar CM for 10th time - list of ministers who took oath today | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-20
Nitish Kumar has emerged victorious for his 10th chief ministerial term in Bihar.
'Nirantar' Nitish Kumar: Why 'Sushasan Babu' remains Bihar's most indispensable leader | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-20
Nitish Kumar has taken oath as chief minister after a landslide victory in Bihar's elections.
Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar chief minister after NDA's landslide election winUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-20
Nitish Kumar is set to take oath for an unprecedented 10th time as Bihar CM.
Bihar: Nitish Kumar to take oath as CM for 10th time today | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-19
BJP has always endorsed Nitish's leadership.
Bihar: BJP, JDU resist Chirag's demand for dy CM post for his party | India NewsIndia· 2025-11-19
Passed in 2016 by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after persistent demands from women's groups, the law was among the factors that helped his Janata Dal (United) - Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) alliance clinch a decisive state election victory earlier this month.
Why India's poorest state continues to struggle with illegal alcohol salesUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-19Nitish Kumar is the chief minister of Bihar and is noted for his reelection victory.
Industry: Makhanas. State: Bihar - The Times of IndiaIndia· 2025-11-18