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Page 169 - Lok Sabha Election 2024

15 years after severing ties, Naveen Patnaik's BJD set to return to NDA

For the BJP, a formal alliance with BJD will not only improve morale but also provide a huge boost to the saffron party's goal of 370 Lok Sabha seats and 400-plus for the NDA

15 years after severing ties, Naveen Patnaik's BJD set to return to NDA
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 12:11 PM IST

NDA will win 22 of 25 Lok Sabha seats in Northeast: Assam CM Himanta

Addressing a press conference here, Sarma said only three of the 14 seats in Assam are 'uncertain at the moment'

NDA will win 22 of 25 Lok Sabha seats in Northeast: Assam CM Himanta
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 11:23 AM IST

PM's first visit to J-K since Article 370 abrogation; 10 things to know

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Srinagar on Thursday, a first since the abrogation of Article 370. The visit is a part of his ongoing tour to multiple states ahead of the Lok Sabha elections

PM's first visit to J-K since Article 370 abrogation; 10 things to know
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 11:16 AM IST

Why are the BJD and BJP joining forces against Congress in Odisha

The alliance is likely to be formally announced soon. It will mark a return to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) of one of its original constituents

Why are the BJD and BJP joining forces against Congress in Odisha
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 7:27 AM IST

Cong leaders discuss LS candidates from Rajasthan, CEC meet on March 7

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh said that the winnable candidates were identified after the meeting

Cong leaders discuss LS candidates from Rajasthan, CEC meet on March 7
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 12:35 AM IST

LS polls: Will Rahul Gandhi contest from Amethi, Priyanka from Rae Bareli?

Lok Sabha polls: Amethi and Raebareli seats are seen as Congress strongholds in Uttar Pradesh. The BJP has fielded incumbent MP Smriti Irani from Amethi while it is yet to name its Raebareli candidate

LS polls: Will Rahul Gandhi contest from Amethi, Priyanka from Rae Bareli?
Updated On : 07 Mar 2024 | 12:35 AM IST

ENPO raises louder demand for carving out separate state from Nagaland

The decision was taken by the Eastern Nagaland Peoples' Organisation (ENPO) after it held a meeting with tribal bodies and frontal organisations in Dimapur on Tuesday

ENPO raises louder demand for carving out separate state from Nagaland
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 2:54 PM IST

Committed to nationwide caste census, BJP should clear stand, says Congress

Ramesh said the people of the country have four main questions for Modi, including why his government is not conducting the regular census that takes place every 10 years

Committed to nationwide caste census, BJP should clear stand, says Congress
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 2:50 PM IST

LS polls: Congress will revoke CAA if voted to power, says Pawan Khera

Addressing a press conference in Guwahati, Khera said, The cut-off date of 1971 is sacrosanct for Assam. But CAA will take it away and 2014 will be the cut-off date

LS polls: Congress will revoke CAA if voted to power, says Pawan Khera
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 2:35 PM IST

List for LS candidates in K'taka to be announced shortly: CM Siddaramaiah

He said the nominees will be finalised based on the opinion of the party's local leaders

List for LS candidates in K'taka to be announced shortly: CM Siddaramaiah
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 1:52 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi is continuously speaking about Nyay: Jairam Ramesh

Rahul Gandhi is continuously speaking about Nyay (justice) which is Nari Nyay, Yuva Nyay, Kisan Nyay, Shramik Nyay, and Hissedari Nyay.

Rahul Gandhi is continuously speaking about Nyay: Jairam Ramesh
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 12:01 PM IST

On second Bihar tour, PM Modi to unveil projects worth Rs 12,800 cr

Modi is scheduled to visit Bettiah town, the headquarters of the West Champaran district, in the afternoon and unveil projects worth Rs 12,800 crore

On second Bihar tour, PM Modi to unveil projects worth Rs 12,800 cr
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 9:43 AM IST

Rahul likely to announce 10-point poll promise for youth in MP rally today

Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram, who heads the manifesto committee, said the draft report will be presented to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge

Rahul likely to announce 10-point poll promise for youth in MP rally today
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 8:37 AM IST

BJP will win all 25 Lok Sabha seats in Rajasthan, claims Bhupendra Yadav

Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav on Tuesday expressed confidence that the BJP will win all 25 Lok Sabha seats in Rajasthan in the upcoming general election

BJP will win all 25 Lok Sabha seats in Rajasthan, claims Bhupendra Yadav
Updated On : 06 Mar 2024 | 6:45 AM IST

Congress to give final shape to manifesto for LS polls, to focus on justice

The key members of the panel met at the party headquarters on Tuesday afternoon and gave final shape to the document. The key members of the panel also met here on Monday

Congress to give final shape to manifesto for LS polls, to focus on justice
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 8:38 PM IST

Before 2014, Cong, allies focused only on filling their coffers: PM Modi

Addressing a rally here, Modi also said the central government wants Odisha to become the gateway for Viksit Bharat' (Developed India)

Before 2014, Cong, allies focused only on filling their coffers: PM Modi
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 5:59 PM IST

SBI part of 'Modani family': Rahul Gandhi over electoral bonds data sharing

The SBI moved to the top court on Monday, seeking a deadline extension until June 30 to furnish the information on electoral bonds to the election body. The current deadline is set for March 6

SBI part of 'Modani family': Rahul Gandhi over electoral bonds data sharing
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 4:28 PM IST

Day after quitting Cong, Guj leaders join BJP ahead of Lok Sabha polls

Interestingly, both leaders announced their decision to quit Congress just three days ahead of the scheduled entry of Rahul Gandhi-led Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Gujarat

Day after quitting Cong, Guj leaders join BJP ahead of Lok Sabha polls
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 3:52 PM IST

BJP chief Nadda attacks Cong govt, party on 'pro-Pak slogan' issue

Addressing booth-level party workers meeting here, he alleged: "if anything is available free in Karnataka it is terrorism; terrorists are getting encouragement and patronage"

BJP chief Nadda attacks Cong govt, party on 'pro-Pak slogan' issue
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 2:48 PM IST

Congress scared to promote youth, alleges PM Modi at Telangana rally

The "Congress and its friends" were now abusing him and his 'family'--the people as he was keen to implement the 'guarantee' given to the public

Congress scared to promote youth, alleges PM Modi at Telangana rally
Updated On : 05 Mar 2024 | 1:51 PM IST