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Happy Or Grumpy, Nitish Babu?

Happy Or Grumpy, Nitish Babu?

Rediff.com   20 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.

US report claims Pak 'military success' during May 7-10 conflict

US report claims Pak 'military success' during May 7-10 conflict

Rediff.com   20 Nov 2025

The report describes the Pahalgam terror attack orchestrated by Pakistan as 'deadly insurgent attack that killed 26 civilians in India's contested Jammu and Kashmir region.'

Kaun Hai Yeh Mukhya Mantri?

Kaun Hai Yeh Mukhya Mantri?

Rediff.com   20 Nov 2025

Think you know our chief ministers? Let's put that confidence to the test. Can you identify the CM in these pictures?

Chirag Offers Prayers After NDA Triumph

Chirag Offers Prayers After NDA Triumph

Rediff.com   17 Nov 2025

Lok Janshakti Party leader and Union Minister Chirag Paswan -- whose mother Reena Paswan nee Sharma has Punjabi origins -- visited the Patna Sahib gurdwara with his mum and other members of his family on Sunday, November 16, 2025 following the NDA's Bihar assembly election victory.

Who Will Be Bihar's Deputy Chief Ministers?

Who Will Be Bihar's Deputy Chief Ministers?

Rediff.com   17 Nov 2025

The National Democratic Alliance is busy with government formation in Bihar after its historic victory, and plans to distribute ministerial portfolios using the same formula as ticket allocation. Nitish Kumar will stay on as chief minister, while the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) are likely to get one deputy chief minister each.

1st Glimpse Of Nitish Kumar After Win

1st Glimpse Of Nitish Kumar After Win

Rediff.com   15 Nov 2025

Unlike his National Democratic Alliance allies who rushed to the spotlight soon after the NDA won a historic mandate in the 2025 Bihar assembly election, Nitish Kumar stayed away from the public eye on Friday, November 14.

Srinagar Police Station Shattered By Blast

Srinagar Police Station Shattered By Blast

Rediff.com   15 Nov 2025

An accidental explosion on Friday, November 14, night ripped through the Nowgam police station in Srinagar killing nine people and injuring 27 others.

Bihar Verdict: Big Winners and Losers

Bihar Verdict: Big Winners and Losers

Rediff.com   14 Nov 2025

Here is a look at how prominent leaders are faring in the contest.

A Signature Moment: Trump Ends Shutdown

A Signature Moment: Trump Ends Shutdown

Rediff.com   13 Nov 2025

United States President Donald John Trump signs the funding bill to end the US government shutdown at the White House, November 12, 2025

Nitish Kumar Prays For Victory

Nitish Kumar Prays For Victory

Rediff.com   13 Nov 2025

As Bihar gears up for the assembly election results on Friday, preparations are in full swing with workers making sweets to celebrate, security personnel guarding strong rooms, and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar offering prayers at the Patna Sahib gurdwara.

Modi Visits Delhi Blast Victims In Hospital

Modi Visits Delhi Blast Victims In Hospital

Rediff.com   12 Nov 2025

On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Lok Nayak Hospital in Delhi and met those injured in the Red Fort car blast.

Will Bihar Exit Polls Be Right Or Wrong?

Will Bihar Exit Polls Be Right Or Wrong?

Rediff.com   12 Nov 2025

The results for the election to the 243-member Bihar assembly will be available on Friday, November 14, 2025.

Bihar Polls: How Many Crorepatis In Phase 2?

Bihar Polls: How Many Crorepatis In Phase 2?

Rediff.com   11 Nov 2025

562 Crorepatis!

Bihar Polls: Phase 2: Touch And Go Seats

Bihar Polls: Phase 2: Touch And Go Seats

Rediff.com   11 Nov 2025

The final phase of the two-phase Bihar elections takes place today, November 11.

The Wall That Brings the Ramayana To Life

The Wall That Brings the Ramayana To Life

Rediff.com   10 Nov 2025

The Ram Janmabhoomi temple has detailed carvings on its walls that show the life and stories of Lord Ram, making the temple look like the Ramayana told in pictures.

J&K Forces Crack Down on Terror Network

J&K Forces Crack Down on Terror Network

Rediff.com   10 Nov 2025

Glimpses from the massive security crackdown across Jammu and Kashmir, as police and paramilitary forces launch coordinated raids to dismantle the terror network.

Millions Of Red Crabs Shut Down Roads

Millions Of Red Crabs Shut Down Roads

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2025

Every year in October and November, millions of red crabs migrate from the dense forests of Christmas Island to the Indian Ocean. This one-to-two-week journey is crucial, as the crabs must enter the water to breed and release their eggs.

This Mother And Child Make Such A Splash

This Mother And Child Make Such A Splash

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2025

Hippo mother Nala delighted visitors at Berlin Zoo with the arrival of her newborn calf, born in late September.

Nitish, Lalu, Tejashwi vote as Bihar votes in 1st phase

Nitish, Lalu, Tejashwi vote as Bihar votes in 1st phase

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2025

Bihar voted in the first phase of assembly elections on Thursday for 121 seats.

Snow Turns Gulmarg Into White Wonderland

Snow Turns Gulmarg Into White Wonderland

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2025

On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, fresh snowfall in Gulmarg and other upper areas of Kashmir surprised everyone.