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Lok Sabha polls: PM Modi takes wealth distribution jibe at Congress, again
Updated On : 23 Apr 2024 | 12:09 AM IST

2024 Lok Sabha elections: Second phase to test BJP's poll dominance

Of the 87 seats, the BJP and its former allies won 62, or 71% of the seats, and another seat was won by its current ally, the JD(S) in the previous general election

2024 Lok Sabha elections: Second phase to test BJP's poll dominance
Updated On : 23 Apr 2024 | 12:07 AM IST

2024 Lok Sabha elections: JDS looks to maintain hold over Mandya seat

The Vokkaliga dominated seat has sent leaders such as former Karnataka CM SM Krishna to the parliament

2024 Lok Sabha elections: JDS looks to maintain hold over Mandya seat
Updated On : 23 Apr 2024 | 12:04 AM IST

'400 paar' call aimed at 2/3rd majority to change Constitution: Kharge

If anyone is trying to divide this country it is Modi, Kharge alleged, as he accused the prime minister of spreading hate among Hindus and Muslims, and among Dalits and other castes

'400 paar' call aimed at 2/3rd majority to change Constitution: Kharge
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 11:57 PM IST

LS polls: SAD announces 5 more candidates; fields Harsimrat from Bathinda

New entrant Mohinder Singh Kaypee was named the party candidate from the Jalandhar reserve parliamentary constituency

LS polls: SAD announces 5 more candidates; fields Harsimrat from Bathinda
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 11:48 PM IST

BJP expels former Karnataka deputy CM K S Eshwarappa for six years

The 75-year-old Eshwarappa, had remained steadfast in his decision to contest, spurning efforts by party leaders to pacify him. He had even filed his nomination as an independent candidate

BJP expels former Karnataka deputy CM K S Eshwarappa for six years
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 11:44 PM IST

EC forms task force to review heatwave impact before each phase of polling

The move aims to ensure well-being of voters, polling personnel, security forces, and candidates

EC forms task force to review heatwave impact before each phase of polling
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 11:06 PM IST

GOAT, OG, YOLO: The evolving vocabulary of Indian politics to engage youth

Not just the BJP, other political parties have also adapted their communication to align with contemporary trends

GOAT, OG, YOLO: The evolving vocabulary of Indian politics to engage youth
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 10:47 PM IST

Congress releases list of 38 candidates for Andhra Pradesh Assembly polls

The party announced the candidature of Lakkaraju Rama Rao from Vishakapatnam North assembly seat. Tumman Kalyan Aszal Ali Khan will contest from Kadapa Assembly.

Congress releases list of 38 candidates for Andhra Pradesh Assembly polls
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 8:43 PM IST

Congress is aiming to win 15-20 seats in Karnataka: Kharge on LS polls

He said that the people want a government that works to create jobs, bring down inflation and work for the poor

Congress is aiming to win 15-20 seats in Karnataka: Kharge on LS polls
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 7:57 PM IST

LS polls: Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan declares assets worth Rs 529 cr

Jagan's name figures in as many as 26 FIRs, majority of them were filed by CBI and ED before he became the CM

LS polls: Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan declares assets worth Rs 529 cr
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 7:24 PM IST

Bastar defies boycott call by Naxals, heat; voter turnout increases to 68%

A few polling parties were asked to stay in the nearby police station or the camp of security forces

Bastar defies boycott call by Naxals, heat; voter turnout increases to 68%
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 6:07 PM IST

Left made a mistake by fielding a candidate against Tharoor: Prakash Raj

The actor said what Tharoor has worked for over the past 15 years cannot be overlooked, and requested the voters of Thiruvananthapuram "not to let him down"

Left made a mistake by fielding a candidate against Tharoor: Prakash Raj
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 5:33 PM IST

Requested Crown Prince of Saudi to increase Haj quota: PM Modi in Aligarh

Addressing a public rally in Aligarh, PM Modi said the BJP-led government took a very significant decision for the Muslim brothers and sisters

Requested Crown Prince of Saudi to increase Haj quota: PM Modi in Aligarh
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 5:25 PM IST

LS polls: APCC chief Sharmila owes over Rs 82 crore to brother CM Jagan

According to the election affidavit filed by Sharmila, the state Congress chief also owes Rs 19.56 lakh to her sister-in-law and Jagan's wife Bharathi Reddy

LS polls: APCC chief Sharmila owes over Rs 82 crore to brother CM Jagan
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 5:15 PM IST

General Elections 2024 generate up to 900,000 temporary jobs: Experts

The first phase of general elections was held on April 19 with 102 constituencies across 21 states and UTs going to polls. The last phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will be held on June 1

General Elections 2024 generate up to 900,000 temporary jobs: Experts
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 4:44 PM IST

Repolling at 11 Manipur polling stations after gunfire, EVMs destroyed

The decision follows a directive from the Election Commission to declare the polls held at these stations on April 19 as null and void and schedule fresh polling

Repolling at 11 Manipur polling stations after gunfire, EVMs destroyed
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 4:23 PM IST

BJP's Mukesh Dalal runs unopposed, wins Surat Lok Sabha Seat before polls

Eight other candidates, including that of BSP, withdraw their candidature on the final day for withdrawal of nomination forms

BJP's Mukesh Dalal runs unopposed, wins Surat Lok Sabha Seat before polls
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 4:21 PM IST

Centre decimated MSMEs across country, Aligarh is no exception, says Cong

Elaborating on what he said were "jumla details", Ramesh alleged that the decades-old lock industry in Aligarh has suffered under the Modi government

Centre decimated MSMEs across country, Aligarh is no exception, says Cong
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 3:04 PM IST

LS polls: Panic in BJP camp after sensing defeat in phase 1, claims Mamata

Addressing a rally in Raiganj, Banerjee described the controversy surrounding Sandeshkhali, where women have accused TMC leaders of sexual abuse, as a pre-planned ploy by the BJP

LS polls: Panic in BJP camp after sensing defeat in phase 1, claims Mamata
Updated On : 22 Apr 2024 | 3:04 PM IST