Nitish Kumar exits the alliance with RJD and resigns as Bihar Chief Minister, marking his fifth flip-flop in a decade. He met Bihar Governor Rajendra Arlekar to tender his resignation and staked claim to form a new government with BJP support. Despite BJP's earlier assertion of closing doors for Kumar, they join hands again. BJP's Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Sinha likely to be Deputy CMs. Kumar's resignation deals a blow to the INDIA alliance ahead of Lok Sabha polls. Political speculations arise amidst Kumar's frequent political shifts.

After Nitish Kumar's resignation as Bihar Chief Minister, BJP's Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Sinha are set to become Deputy Chief Ministers. The decision was made during a legislative party meeting where BJP MLAs unanimously passed the proposal to form an NDA government. Choudhary was elected as the legislative party leader, while Sinha will serve as the deputy leader. This development follows BJP's confirmation of forming a government in alliance with JD(U) and other partners. The move marks the end of the 'Mahagathbandhan' rule in Bihar, triggered by political shifts and Kumar's resignation.            

After resigning as Bihar's Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar cited discord within the coalition as the reason behind his decision. "Not everything was alright... I tried to make it work, couldn't," he stated. Following JD(U) MLAs' meeting, Kumar submitted his resignation to Governor Rajendra Arlekar, ending the 18-month alliance with RJD and Congress. With BJP's support, he's set to take oath as CM again today. BJP likely to have two Deputy CMs, with Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Sinha as frontrunners. BJP legislators have pledged their support. Nitish Kumar's return reshapes Bihar's political landscape.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar tendered his resignation to Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, marking a significant departure from the grand alliance he formed just 18 months ago with Lalu Prasad Yadav's RJD. Kumar, also the President of Janata Dal (United), is speculated to align with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). With the governor accepting his resignation, Kumar will serve as caretaker chief minister until a new government is established. This marks Kumar's fourth political shift. The BJP, holding the largest number of MPs in Bihar, potentially opens a new chapter in the state's political landscape.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced key appointments for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Baijayant Jay Panda is set to lead in Uttar Pradesh, Vinod Tawde in Bihar, and Prakash Javadekar in Kerala. The party also assigned election roles for various states, with notable figures like Biplab Kumar Deb for Haryana and Tarun Chugh for Ladakh. Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani will manage Chandigarh and Punjab. The strategic appointments aim to streamline the party's campaign efforts as the nation anticipates the parliamentary polls in April-May.

Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee reportedly considers Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's speculated departure from the INDIA bloc as 'good riddance.' Amidst Bihar's political turmoil, a source close to Banerjee revealed her sentiments, citing off-the-record discussions. Banerjee allegedly expressed that Nitish Kumar's exit could alleviate the anti-incumbency challenge faced by the alliance. She emphasized the potential benefits for the RJD-Congress coalition in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Meanwhile, INDIA bloc leader KC Tyagi acknowledged internal differences, suggesting the alliance's fragility. The unfolding scenario underscores political realignments ahead of the elections.

JD(U)'s political adviser KC Tyagi accused the Congress of consistently disrespecting Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, signaling the imminent collapse of the INDIA bloc. Tyagi highlighted that Kumar's efforts to unite non-Congress parties were undermined by insults from a faction within Congress. The INDIA alliance, Tyagi claimed, failed to hold joint meetings on leadership and agenda, posing a challenge against the influential BJP. Speculations are rife that Kumar might switch to the BJP-led NDA, marking the fourth such move in a decade and the second this term.

Amid Bihar's political turmoil, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is reportedly poised to resign on Saturday, with several Congress MLAs potentially joining him, sources informed India Today TV. Speculation mounts over Kumar's departure from the Mahagathbandhan, possibly rejoining the BJP-led NDA. The RJD aims to bolster support and strategize to counter Kumar's potential return. Tensions within the INDIA alliance escalate, exacerbated by unsuccessful seat-sharing talks and recent announcements of solo campaigns by Trinamool Congress and Aam Aadmi Party. Kumar's anticipated move signals a significant shift in Bihar's political landscape, with ramifications for both state and national politics.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge addressed the Bihar political crisis, stating, "We're trying our best to make everyone unite' in the INDIA alliance." Kharge expressed efforts to mend differences amid speculation of Janata Dal (United) departure, saying, "I had no information about Janata Dal (United) leaving the alliance." In discussions with Trinamool Congress and CPI(M) leaders, Kharge emphasized unity for effective electoral competition, stating, "We need to be united only then we can give a good fight in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections." The unfolding scenario signals significant political realignment in Bihar, as sources suggest Nitish Kumar's potential alliance shift with BJP.

Manoj Jarange Patil, leader of the Maratha quota protest, concludes hunger strike after Maharashtra government accedes to demands. Patil sought Kunbi certificates for all Marathas, free education from kindergarten to postgraduate level, and reservation in government jobs. The government, meeting the protesters' demands, agrees to increase Kunbi certificates from 37 to 50 lakh. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde joins the protest site, signaling government's commitment. Victory march planned by Maratha leader in Vashi. Maratha community's reservation demand remains a contentious issue following Supreme Court's ruling against Maratha reservations in colleges and jobs in May 2021.