Bihar Opposition Unites Behind Tejashwi Yadav as CM Face
Bihar’s political arena witnessed a major shift as the opposition Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) officially named RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav as its chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming state elections. The decision, finalized after a key meeting of alliance partners, pits the 34-year-old leader against the ruling NDA coalition led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
Why Tejashwi Yadav?
- The youngest CM face in Bihar’s history, Tejashwi has been a vocal critic of the Nitish-BJP government, focusing on unemployment, corruption, and governance failures.
- The move signals the opposition’s push for a youth-centric, aggressive campaign ahead of the polls.
- Major allies, including Congress and Left parties, endorsed his leadership, showcasing unity.
Key Reactions:
- Tejashwi Yadav: “This is Bihar’s fight for justice, jobs, and dignity—NDA has failed.”
- Nitish Kumar (JD(U)): Dismissed the announcement, stating, “People trust development, not rhetoric.”
- BJP: Criticized the RJD’s “dynasty politics” and questioned Tejashwi’s governance experience.
Today’s Top News Highlights
1. Parliament Monsoon Session: Govt Tables Bills to Replace Colonial-Era Laws
- Three major bills introduced to overhaul IPC, CrPC, and Evidence Act.
- Opposition parties, including Congress and TMC, protested, demanding deeper scrutiny.
- Amit Shah defended the reforms, calling them a “decolonization milestone.”
2. IMF Raises India’s GDP Growth Forecast to 6.1% for FY24
- Upgrade attributed to strong domestic demand and investments.
- Nirmala Sitharaman welcomed the report but flagged global inflation risks.
3. Maharashtra Crisis: Shiv Sena (UBT) Moves SC Over Speaker’s Delay
- Uddhav Thackeray’s faction accused Speaker Rahul Narwekar of stalling disqualification of Eknath Shinde-led rebels.
4. Manipur Violence: Fresh Clashes in Imphal, Death Toll Crosses 150
- Despite heavy security, Meitei-Kuki clashes resumed, displacing 50,000+.
- Centre extends Assam Rifles deployment, calls for all-party talks.
5. ISRO’s Aditya-L1 Solar Mission Launch Set for September 2–10
- India’s first Sun-studying spacecraft to examine solar corona and winds.
Wrapping Up
With Bihar’s opposition rallying behind Tejashwi Yadav, the state’s electoral battle heats up. Meanwhile, legislative reforms, economic optimism, and unresolved crises in Maharashtra and Manipur dominate national headlines.
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