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Page 28 - Lok Sabha Elections News

Phase 7 constituencies lag on contraceptive use, mobile phones for women

The voting to elect the 18th Lok Sabha concludes on Saturday

Phase 7 constituencies lag on contraceptive use, mobile phones for women
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 10:47 PM IST

At least 25 poll staff among 40 heat-related deaths amid heatwave

"I stand in line from 4 am, but due to the crowd, I cannot reach the water tanker... It's hard to get water," said Vibha Devi, a resident of Delhi's Geeta Colony

At least 25 poll staff among 40 heat-related deaths amid heatwave
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 10:37 PM IST

Stalled attempts by Israeli firm to interfere in Lok Sabha polls: OpenAI

"In May, the network began generating comments that focused on India, criticized the ruling BJP party and praised the opposition Congress party," OpenAI said

Stalled attempts by Israeli firm to interfere in Lok Sabha polls: OpenAI
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 10:23 PM IST

PM Modi to meditate at Vivekananda Memorial Rock: What makes it special?

The historical significance of the Vivekananda Rock Memorial adds depth to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit

PM Modi to meditate at Vivekananda Memorial Rock: What makes it special?
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 10:15 PM IST

PM Modi arrives in TN, to embark on 'dhyan' at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

The PM arrived from nearby Thiruvananthapuram and he is scheduled to offer worship at the Bhagavathi Amman temple and later reach Vivekananda Rock Memorial and perform meditation for nearly two days

PM Modi arrives in TN, to embark on 'dhyan' at Vivekananda Rock Memorial
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 10:14 PM IST

PM Modi begins 45-hr meditation at Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari

This is the first time the Prime Minister will be staying at the memorial, a monument built in tribute to Swami Vivekananda, who meditated over the rocks inside the sea towards the end of 1892

PM Modi begins 45-hr meditation at Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 10:14 PM IST

PM Modi performs 'Surya Arghya' at Kanyakumari's Vivekananda Rock Memorial

PM Modi carried out 'Surya Arghya,' a ritual associated with spiritual practice involving salutations to the Almighty, manifested in the form of sun and offered prayers with folded hands

PM Modi performs 'Surya Arghya' at Kanyakumari's Vivekananda Rock Memorial
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 10:14 PM IST

Blocked attempts from Israel-based firm to influence LS elections: OpenAI

Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar says it is a threat to democracy

Blocked attempts from Israel-based firm to influence LS elections: OpenAI
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 9:21 PM IST

13 poll personnel die in Mirzapur following fever, high BP, says hospital

The region has been witnessing unusually high temperatures for the past several days. Polling is scheduled to be held in Mirzapur on Saturday

13 poll personnel die in Mirzapur following fever, high BP, says hospital
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 8:49 PM IST

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Who are the 6 candidates up against PM Modi in Varanasi

In Lok Sabha elections, PM Narendra Modi faced significant competition, contending with 41 candidates in 2014 and 26 opponents in 2019. Currently, he is up against a field of six contenders

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Who are the 6 candidates up against PM Modi in Varanasi
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 7:32 PM IST

Election 2024: Congress not to participate in Lok Sabha exit poll debates

Congress spoksperson and media department chairperson Pawan Khera said the voters have cast their votes and their verdict has been secured

Election 2024: Congress not to participate in Lok Sabha exit poll debates
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 7:20 PM IST

'Why Varanasi Port to Adani?: Congress' barrage of 272 questions for Modi

Days before the Lok Sabha poll results, the Congress launched a fresh attack on PM Narendra Modi on Friday with a list of 272 questions, which included raising issues about his Varanasi Lok Sabha seat

'Why Varanasi Port to Adani?: Congress' barrage of 272 questions for Modi
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 4:39 PM IST

LS polls: 70,000 security personnel deployed for Jun 1 elections in Punjab

Besides, 1.20 lakh polling staff have been deployed for the voting in the state, he said

LS polls: 70,000 security personnel deployed for Jun 1 elections in Punjab
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 3:39 PM IST

Lok Sabha Elections: You can watch poll results on June 4 in this theatre

Moviemax Cinemas has planned to screen the Lok Sabha election results live on June 4 in selected cities across India

Lok Sabha Elections: You can watch poll results on June 4 in this theatre
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 3:07 PM IST

Going back to jail on Jun 2, they will try to break me, won't bow: Kejriwal

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor was granted interim bail by the Supreme Court till June 1 for Lok Sabha election campaigning

Going back to jail on Jun 2, they will try to break me, won't bow: Kejriwal
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 2:07 PM IST

Modi govt revived banking sector, Rs 10 lakh cr bad loans recovered: FM

She said there has been no leniency in recovering bad loans, especially from large defaulters, under the Modi government and the process is ongoing

Modi govt revived banking sector, Rs 10 lakh cr bad loans recovered: FM
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 1:39 PM IST

Incumbency and Churn-II: India's first-time MPs more than most peers

Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu lead in electing new MPs

Incumbency and Churn-II: India's first-time MPs more than most peers
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 1:30 PM IST

Yogendra Yadav's revised poll prediction 'fascinates' Tharoor. Here's why

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's reaction followed Yadav's recent interview where he suggested that the Bharatiya Janata Party could secure fewer than 250 seats

Yogendra Yadav's revised poll prediction 'fascinates' Tharoor. Here's why
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 1:24 PM IST

Lok Sabha polls: Varanasi among 13 seats going to vote in UP on June 1

Polling in the state, which sends 80 members to the Lower House of Parliament, was held in all seven phases of the election

Lok Sabha polls: Varanasi among 13 seats going to vote in UP on June 1
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 12:21 PM IST

LS polls: SC refuses to entertain plea seeking re-polling in Bihar's Munger

The counsel for the petitioner alleged that huge rigging and booth capturing took place in the elections in Munger with the connivance of the local administration

LS polls: SC refuses to entertain plea seeking re-polling in Bihar's Munger
Updated On : 31 May 2024 | 12:20 PM IST