Janata Dal (United)
Social justice, Secularism
President: Nitish Kumar
CPI(M) MP John Brittas Jokes, Criticizes BJP as Delhi Police Chief Gets Uniform Early
At an all-party meeting ahead of the Monsoon Session, CPI(M) MP John Brittas joked about the ruling party's influence, drawing laughter. He criticized the BJP for reducing opposition relevance and noted Nadda’s smile, while Kiren Rijiju defended it. Meanwhile, new Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar got a rush uniform before his appointment was publicized. Minister Rijiju used the term "formations" to describe attendees, sparking debate among Opposition MPs over its use.
NDA Legislators Warn Choudhary: Bill Threatens Academic Freedom, Demands Public Review
On July 18, 2026, NDA legislators in Bihar submitted a memorandum to Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, expressing concerns over draft legislation that would bring undergraduate colleges under state control, decoupling them from parent universities. The Bill aims to shift governance of these colleges from the Governor to a new higher education department, reducing the Chancellor's role to postgraduate courses only. Legislators argue this move will compromise academic freedom and weaken institutional autonomy, contradicting the National Education Policy 2020’s emphasis on university autonomy. They urge uploading the bill for public review before finalization.
BJP names Neeraj Kumar Sinha for Bankipur bypoll after Abhishek Kumar Sinha withdraws
On Friday, the BJP named Neeraj Kumar Sinha as its candidate for the Bankipur assembly seat bypoll in Bihar after Abhishek Kumar Sinha withdrew citing "family reasons." BJP sources suggested concerns over Abhishek's family ties to a fodder scam. Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor and RJD’s Rekha Gupta are also contesting, with expectations of a high-voltage election due to public dissatisfaction.
The Best Food Dehydrators for Self-Sufficient Kitchens (2026)
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Bharat Tiwari Case: JDU, BJP Assure Fair Probe, Say No Injustice Will Be Done
Bihar's JD-U and BJP leaders have affirmed their commitment to a fair and transparent investigation into the Bharat Tiwari encounter case. The state government has initiated disciplinary actions against local police officials, and a probe committee under a retired High Court judge is investigating the incident. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has ordered a judicial inquiry, while BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain assured justice for Bharat Tiwari. The Bihar government has intensified its investigation using scientific methods, including forensic analysis and digital evidence examination.
NDA Constituents To Meet Tomorrow For 12th Anniversary Of Modi Government
A meeting of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will be held on Wednesday to celebrate 12 years of the government's rule and Prime Minister Narendra Modi becoming the longest continuously serving elected prime minister of India. The event, attended by all constituents of the ruling alliance besides top BJP leadership, including Prime Minister Modi, is expected to see a resolution praising his record. Senior Union ministers like Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, J P Nadda, and Shivraj Singh Chouhan are among those expected to attend. The meeting will focus on boosting 'Ease of Living', 'Ease of Doing Business', and reforms towards realizing the shared dream of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.
A Tale of Two Parivars in Bihar
Nitish Kumar, a former Chief Minister of Bihar, is stepping down from politics after 20 years in office. His departure marks the end of the Janata Parivar, an alliance that emerged from the JP movement and challenged upper-caste dominance. The Sangh Parivar has benefited from this shift, consolidating its power within the Hindutva universe. The recent controversy around UGC guidelines on caste discrimination is a sign of this ongoing transformation.
Civic polls: BJP high command may override State unit’s resistance to alliance with JD (S)
Despite resistance from local BJP leaders, H.D. Kumaraswamy, JD(S) State president and Union Minister, is expected to secure an alliance with the BJP for Bengaluru's upcoming civic polls. Sources suggest that Kumaraswamy has a strong connection to the national party's central leadership, which may influence the decision. While local BJP leaders are skeptical of the alliance, a senior strategist argues it will help the BJP address its shortcomings in securing a simple majority and gaining inroads into the Vokkaliga heartland. The strategic move is expected to benefit both parties by pooling their votes and potentially defeating the incumbent Congress party.
Elections in 2025: When the index fingers turned some tables
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) achieved significant victories in Delhi, Bihar, and Kerala, while the Congress-led UDF emerged victorious in Kerala's local body elections. In Delhi, Rekha Gupta became the fourth female Chief Minister, ending the AAP government's 12-year run. The BJP also secured a majority in Bihar, defeating the RJD-led Mahagatbandan coalition. The UDF triumphed in Kerala's local polls, outperforming the LDF and securing control of numerous municipalities and corporations. In Assam, the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) swept the elections to the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), displacing the BJP and the United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL).
