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Chirag likely to contest Bihar assembly polls
While Paswan doesn’t confirm that he is in fray for Bihar assembly polls, his party sources are hinting that he will in likelihood plunge into electoral state politics
Updated on Apr 22, 2025 07:17 PM IST
Anirban Guha Roy, Patna
Chirag Paswan accuses opposition of misleading Muslims over Waqf Amendment Act
He expressed concerns over misinformation campaigns aimed at provoking Hindu-Muslim tensions, paralleling past controversies like the CAA protests.
Published on Apr 17, 2025 11:44 AM IST
ANI |
Polls in sight, churn in Bihar politics
Electoral politics is also a game of perceptions. With assembly elections due in Bihar, the exit of a high-profile leader can cause ripples
Published on Apr 15, 2025 08:49 PM IST
HT Editorial
Bihar: Chirag's party blames Paras for 'ill-treatment' of Ram Vilas Paswan's wife
Bihar: Chirag's party blames Paras for 'ill-treatment' of Ram Vilas Paswan's wife
Published on Mar 31, 2025 10:08 PM IST
PTI |
'90% issues will be solved if…': Chirag Paswan on the Navratri meat ban row
Addressing the matter after the NDA meeting at Nitish Kumar’s residence, Chirag Paswan voiced his frustration and dismissed the focus on religious politics.
Updated on Mar 31, 2025 04:48 PM IST
Parties deploy allies, celebrities in Delhi in poll run-up
Political parties in Delhi ramp up campaigns ahead of February 5 elections, featuring key leaders and celebrities to attract voters.
Updated on Feb 02, 2025 10:52 PM IST
Two tunes in NDA: Chirag backs BPSC agitation, Manjhi sees politics in it
Bihar's BPSC aspirants' agitation intensifies political tensions ahead of elections, with Dalit leaders split on demands for re-examinations.
Updated on Jan 22, 2025 06:32 PM IST
Arun Kumar, Patna
Chirag Paswan's LJP to contest Delhi election? Party chief hints at ‘alliance’
The Delhi assembly polls will be held in a single phase on February 5 and the counting of votes will take place on February 8.
Published on Jan 14, 2025 11:18 AM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Shivam Pratap Singh
Chirag Paswan appeals for dialogue with BPSC Protesters, condemns use of force
The protesters are demanding the cancellation of the CCE Prelims examination conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) on December 13.
Published on Dec 31, 2024 08:02 AM IST
ANI | , Patna
Chirag Paswan's uncle Pashupati Paras evicted from 40-year-old residence
Former Union minister Pashupati Paras had sought help from top BJP leaders in Delhi to save the house and office.
Updated on Nov 12, 2024 08:47 AM IST
Union minister Chirag Paswan to get Z category security
Officials aware of the matter did not share details on the reasons behind the new security detail but confirmed that the CRPF cover was assigned to Paswan on October 10
Published on Oct 14, 2024 11:27 AM IST
One nation one election needed: Chirag Paswan
Chirag Paswan advocates "one nation one election" to ease economic burdens, criticizes opposition for instilling fear over reservations, and vows to protect rights.
Updated on Sep 27, 2024 05:04 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Prayagraj
'Not upset, but Kangana no longer…': Chirag Paswan on BJP MP's farm laws remarks
Kangana Ranaut's remarks put the ruling BJP in a tight spot once again, more so as it is in the middle of an intense campaign to retain power in Haryana.
Updated on Sep 26, 2024 05:23 PM IST
Here's why Chirag Paswan has started ‘avoiding’ Kangana Ranaut at Parliament now
Earlier, Chirag Paswan spoke about the moment, saying the picture with Kangana Ranaut captured a pure emotion.
Published on Aug 29, 2024 02:39 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sugandha Rawal
Afternoon briefing: BJP ally Chirag Paswan calls for caste census; and more
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Updated on Aug 26, 2024 01:19 PM IST
BJP ally Chirag Paswan calls for caste census after opposing lateral entry
Union minister Chirag Paswan, whose Lok Janshakti (Ram Vilas) Party is allied with the BJP, announced his support for a caste census in a press conference
Published on Aug 26, 2024 09:46 AM IST
‘I was in touch with PM’: Union min welcomes govt letter to UPSC chairperson
On Monday, Union minister Chirag Paswan had sought cancellation of an upcoming drive by the UPSC to fill 45 posts through the lateral entry mode.
Published on Aug 20, 2024 03:42 PM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
BJP ally Chirag Paswan opposes Modi government's lateral entry move: ‘Wrong’
Chirag Paswan said his party has always been in favour of reservation to backward classes and castes.
Published on Aug 19, 2024 05:50 PM IST
LJP to file petition against SC's observation on SC/ST creamy layer
Union minister Chirag Paswan said that the foundation of reservations is based on the “Untouchability” faced by Dalit people in various aspects of life.
Published on Aug 04, 2024 05:34 PM IST
LJP (Ram Vilas) to appeal against SC verdict on Dalit sub-groups: Chirag Paswan
The Union minister asserted that ‘allowing sub-groups within the Scheduled Castes quota will not serve the purpose of uplifting the socially marginalised.’
Published on Aug 04, 2024 12:15 AM IST
PTI |
Need for food park in Malwa region: Khudian to Union Food Processing Industries Minister
Punjab agriculture and farmers welfare and food processing minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian on Friday urged Union Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan to set up a mega food park at Bathinda to enhance agricultural productivity, create employment opportunities and increase the farmers’ income.
Updated on Jul 20, 2024 05:12 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Chirag Paswan reveals why late father Ram Vilas Paswan left UPA in 2014
Ram Vilas Paswan joined the UPA in 2004 and served as a minister in the coalition government headed by Manmohan Singh till 2009.
Published on Jul 19, 2024 04:31 PM IST
After Nitish's JD(U), Chirag Paswan opposes Kanwar Yatra rules for UP eateries
Chirag Paswan, 41, described himself as an educated young person of the 21st century whose battle is against casteism and communalism.
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 04:01 PM IST
Kangana Ranaut isn't politically correct most of the times: Chirag Paswan
When shown a photo of Kangana Ranaut, Chirag Paswan called her a ‘good friend’. They starred in the 2011 film Mile Na Mile Hum, directed by Tanveer Khan.
Published on Jul 18, 2024 09:12 AM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Ananya Das
Chirag Paswan on viral pic of him and Kangana Ranaut: 'Was looking forward to…'
Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan shared a candid moment as they met near the entrance of the Parliament. They greeted each other with a low five.
Published on Jul 17, 2024 08:36 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sugandha Rawal
Chirag Paswan says he's a ‘nepo kid', calls it a ‘double-edged sword’
The Union minister said his elevation as the party chief was not automatic as he had to prove himself.
Published on Jul 17, 2024 07:42 PM IST
Chirag Paswan dismisses Lalu Yadav's claim Modi govt will ‘fall’ by August
“I can say that the strength of our government under the leadership of PM Modi will be maintained for the next five years," the Union minister asserted.
Published on Jul 06, 2024 03:19 PM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
NEET-UG row: Chirag Paswan's sharp attack on Opposition for stalling Parliament
Chirag Paswan said the government would take the best decision for students in the NEET case and asked for the Opposition to stop stalling Parliament.
Published on Jun 30, 2024 02:25 PM IST
Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan's friendly moment at Parliament is viral
Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan shared a candid moment as they met near the entrance of the Parliament. They greeted each other with a low five.
Published on Jun 27, 2024 09:50 AM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Santanu Das
Chirag Paswan to SRK: Best-dressed celebs at PM Modi's oath-taking ceremony
June 9 marked Narendra Modi being sworn in as the Prime Minister of India, for his third consecutive term. These were the best-dressed celebrities in attendance
Published on Jun 10, 2024 04:03 PM IST
Aalokitaa Basu