A clash occurred between Patna Police and supporters of Prashant Kishor, the leader of Jan Suraaj, on January 6. Prashant Kishor had been on an indefinite hunger strike at Gandhi Maidan when he was arrested by the police. His supporters reported that during the arrest, Kishor's glasses were thrown. One of the supporters said, "I tried to pick up his glasses, but I got injured, and the police abused me. We don't know where Prashant Kishor has been taken." The situation escalated as the police and supporters clashed, with the supporters expressing confusion and frustration about his arrest and whereabouts.
06 January,2025 10:15 AM ISTJan Suraaj leader Prashant Kishor voiced strong support for the ongoing BPSC (Bihar Public Service Commission) protests in Patna, urging the Bihar government to address the concerns of students. In an interview with ANI, Kishor criticized Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for ignoring people's issues for the past 20 years. He argued that no progress would occur in Bihar until the people are awakened. Kishor stated, "A person who hasn’t listened to the people for two decades won't change in four days. Improvement will only happen when people realize their power and seek a better future for their children. They must look beyond religion, caste, and freebies and focus on a better future".
05 January,2025 01:17 PM ISTAs Bihar continues to simmer with protests amidst the BPSC row, Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor issued a stern warning to continue his indefinite fast until the Bihar government meets the demands of protesting BPSC students. The protests continue demanding the cancellation of the recent Bihar PSC exam which faces allegations of question paper leak. The exam was taken by over five lakh candidates on December 13.
04 January,2025 11:33 AM ISTPrashant Kishor, the founder of Jan Suraj, is on a hunger strike at Gandhi Maidan, demanding the cancellation of the BPSC's 70th preliminary exam. In an interview with ANI, he said the protest would continue and criticized Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Kishor accused Nitish Kumar of caring more about staying in power than the welfare of the people. He stated that despite working in Bihar for over two years, his efforts are labeled as politics. Kishor also mentioned that Nitish Kumar did not help people during the COVID crisis, focusing only on retaining power. The students protesting in Patna are calling for the cancellation of the BPSC's Integrated Combined (Preliminary) Competitive Examination 2024.
03 January,2025 01:12 PM ISTThe Chief of Jan Suraaj Prashant Kishore responded to the accusations about his involvement in the BPSC protest in Patna. He clarified that the police did not use force, or perform a lathi-charge, until he was present at the scene. He emphasized that he was not responsible for the situation escalating. Additionally, he stated that legal action would be taken against the officers who ordered the use of force against the protesting aspirants. The Chief made it clear that those responsible for giving such orders would face the consequences in accordance with the law. Watch the video for more information.
30 December,2024 05:40 PM ISTProtesters in Patna’s Gandhi Maidan reacted to police brutality during a demonstration over the 70th BPSC prelims. The BPSC aspirants were demanding a re-exam when police used lathi-charge and water cannons to disperse the crowd. Some protesters claimed that they were beaten while singing the National Anthem. One protester shared that his clothes were torn off during the incident. The protesters were gathered peacefully, asking for a fair chance to retake the exam, but the police's harsh response led to chaos and violence. The incident has sparked outrage among the protestors, who continue to demand justice for their treatment. Watch the video for more information.
30 December,2024 01:12 PM ISTAmid the ongoing protests by the BPSC aspirants over alleged BPSC paper leak, Faizal Khan - known as Khan Sir led the protests and demanded resignation of the BPSC chariman Manubhai Parmar. Speaking ANI, he said that if justice is not served he would approach the Supreme Court. BPSC aspirants have been protesting since days over alleged paper leak demanding justice.
28 December,2024 12:07 PM ISTIn a recent address, poet and politician Kumar Vishwas shared his thoughts on the changing views of leadership in Indian politics. He pointed out how leaders who were once criticized, like former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, are now praised by those who opposed them during their time in power. Kumar humorously observed that admiration for leaders often increases only after they retire. He also spoke against "Dynasty politics" and praised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Kumar took a jibe at the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), highlighting contradictions in their political stance. His speech included 10 notable moments, offering a mix of humor, critique, and praise for various political figures and trends in India
26 December,2024 01:00 PM ISTOn December 25, Patna police lathi-charged students protesting against the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC). The students had gathered to “gherao” the BPSC office, demanding a re-examination. This protest followed a demonstration on December 18, where candidates expressed dissatisfaction with the changes in the BPSC exam pattern. The students had earlier protested against the introduction of the normalization process and changes in the exam structure. They were asking for exams to be held in a single shift with one paper, to avoid the complications of normalization. The police chased and beat the students during the protest, leading to further unrest.
26 December,2024 12:00 PM ISTOn the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, several top leaders paid tribute to him in New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar gathered at the Sadaiv Atal Memorial to honor his memory and contributions. Home Minister Amit Shah, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and other leaders also paid floral tributes to Vajpayee. The gathering highlighted the lasting legacy of the former PM, who is remembered for his leadership, vision, and dedication to the nation. His influence continues to inspire people across the country even today.
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