BJP VS CONGRESS STATE ELECTIONS
Congress may not project CM face for Haryana polls: Party in-charge for state
Congress leader Deepak Babaria indicated on Sunday that the party may not project a chief ministerial face for the Haryana Assembly polls slated to be held later this year. The Congress general secretary in-charge of Haryana exuded confidence that his party will win the polls with a big mandate and form its government in the state.
VK Pandian quits politics after BJD's Odisha assembly elections debacle
VK Pandian, a close aide of former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, resigned from politics following the BJD's loss to the BJP in state elections. Pandian expressed regret if he contributed to the defeat. Naveen Patnaik defended Pandian's integrity and clarified that he was never intended as his successor
State CM Yogi Adityanath calls review meeting after BJP's setback in UP Lok Sabha elections
After the BJP's disappointing performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called a meeting of all ministers for a thorough review of departmental work and public feedback to address governance issues. The meeting is scheduled for 11 am at Lok Bhawan. Another meeting at 6 pm will review the recruitment process for vacant posts with various commissions and boards.
Rahul Gandhi defamation case: Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar calls it 'bogus'
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has dismissed a defamation suit filed by the Karnataka BJP unit against him, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as a 'bogus case'. The BJP alleged that advertisements in local newspapers and false campaigning by Congress before the 2023 state assembly elections damaged the BJP's image.
2019 Vs 2024: Where all did BJP lose ground?
In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP-led NDA is struggling to reach 300 seats, with BJP likely missing the majority mark of 272. The BJP's earlier dominance in 2014, which ended decades of coalition politics, is not replicated. Key states showing significant declines for BJP include Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Rajasthan. In Uttar Pradesh, BJP's seats dropped from 62 to 36, while West Bengal saw a decrease from 18 to 12. Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Rajasthan also reported notable losses for the BJP compared to 2019.
0.8% vs 1.8%: The number game behind BJP's failure in '400-paar' and Congress' success in '200-paar'
NDA's failure to achieve its '400-paar' mark, coupled with the INDIA alliance crossing the 200-mark, indicates a shift in grassroots sentiments, particularly evident in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Despite contesting more seats this time, the BJP experienced a decline in vote share, contrasting with the Congress, which saw an increase compared to the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. Despite securing 36.53 percent of the total votes polled, the BJP fell short of the magic figure of 272, marking a slight decrease of about 0.8 percent.
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Congress party's electoral performance signals revival
The Congress is back in the sun after reclaiming key territories in the north. The results come as a political morale booster, cementing GOP’s pivotal role in anti-BJP national politics
400 not paar: The states that have pulled BJP back
The Lok Sabha elections have seen the BJP facing setbacks in various states like Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Gujarat, despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi winning with reduced margins. The NDA alliance, including the BJP and Shiv Sena, had a significant drop in seats compared to previous elections. The performance of the BJP has been inconsistent, with clean sweeps in some states and surprising losses in others.
'3 lakh vs 1.5 lakh': Congress mocks PM Modi; compares Rahul Gandhi and PM’s vote margin
"Currently Rahul Gandhi has the highest winning margin in Uttar Pradesh. Mr Gandhi is ahead of his nearest rival, Dinesh Pratap Singh of the BJP, by over 3 lakh votes, showed Election Commission data at 3:15 pm. In contrast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading by over 1.4 lakh votes in Varanasi," said Congress' Ajay Rai.
Barmer Rajasthan Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Congress' Ummeda Ram Beniwal leads vs independent candidate; BJP trails at No. 3
Umeeda Ram Beniwal leads in the Barmer constituency, with a significant margin of 90,467 votes against key candidates like Kailash Choudhary and Ravindra Singh Bhati, amidst a high voter turnout of 85.70%.
Lotus blooms in Odisha. Who could be first BJP chief minister of the state?
The BJP is leading in 79 assembly seats in Odisha, challenging the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in the state elections. The anti-incumbency factor against BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik is a key element in the BJP's strong performance. Jual Oram, Baijayant Panda, Sambit Patra and Dharmendra Pradhan are seen as potential chief ministerial candidates of Odisha if BJP storms to power in state elections,
Rae Bareli Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Rahul Gandhi set for a historic win, surpasses Sonia Gandhi's victory margin
Rae Bareli recognised as one of the 80 Lok Sabha constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, Rae Bareli has been a bastion of the Indian National Congress. From 1967 to 1977, the seat was held by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, and from 2004 until her appointment to the Rajya Sabha in 2024, by Sonia Gandhi.
Pune Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Murlidhar Mohol vs Dhangekar Ravindra Hemraj, who is winning?
After an intense seven-phase Lok Sabha election, exit polls indicate a significant lead for the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) over the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) in Maharashtra. The NDA, including Shiv Sena Shinde and Ajit Pawar's NCP, is predicted to win between 22 and 41 seats, while the MVA is expected to secure between 23 and 25 seats. The election results, set to be announced on June 4, will have wider implications for Maharashtra politics.
Ghaziabad Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Atul Garg vs Dolly Sharma, who is winning?
Ghaziabad Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: After an intense seven-phase Lok Sabha election, exit polls indicate a significant lead for the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) over the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) in Maharashtra. The NDA, including Shiv Sena Shinde and Ajit Pawar's NCP, is predicted to win between 22 and 41 seats, while the MVA is expected to secure between 23 and 25 seats. The election results, set to be announced on June 4, will have wider implications for Maharashtra politics.
Howrah Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Rathin Chakraborty vs Prasun Banerjee, who is winning
Howrah, a significant urban center in West Bengal, is poised for a political shakeup as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) challenges Mamata Banerjee's stronghold. With the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 results looming, the BJP's potential surge in West Bengal could redefine the state's political landscape.
Chandigarh Lok Sabha 2024 Elections result: Manish Tewari vs Sanjay Tandon, who is winning?
The competition for the Chandigarh Lok Sabha constituency is traditionally a face-off between the BJP and Congress, a pattern observed in most elections since the city's first parliamentary polls in 1967. However, this election carries additional significance as it marks the culmination of over a decade of anticipation for the two main contenders—Sanjay Tandon representing the BJP and Manish Tewari representing the Congress.
Delhi Lok Sabha election result 2024: Bansuri Swaraj vs Manoj Tiwari vs Kanhaiya Kumar, who is winning?
Delhi witnessed a high-voltage electoral battle in the Lok Sabha elections 2024 with key contests like Praveen Khandelwal vs Congress' JP Agarwal and Kanhaiya Kumar vs Manoj Tiwari.
Churu Rajasthan Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Devendra Jhajharia vs Rahul Kaswan, who is winning?
The Churu Lok Sabha Elections Result 2024 showcases a significant showdown between political families in Rajasthan, highlighting key candidates, constituency details, and cultural attractions.
Kolkata North, Kolkata South West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Sudip Bandyopadhyay vs Tapas Roy & Mala Roy vs Saira Shah Halim, who are winning?
Sudip Bandyopadhyay, 75, representing the Trinamool Congress, faces internal strife within his party despite holding the Kolkata North seat since 2009. The departure of long-time loyalist Tapas Roy to the BJP highlighted tensions within the party. In Kolkata North, Bandyopadhyay secured victory in 2019 with a significant margin. Kolkata Dakshin Lok Sabha constituency witnessed notable candidates from major political factions in the recent elections.
Nagpur Maharashtra Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Nitin Gadkari vs Vikas Thakre, who is winning?
Nagpur, known as India's 'orange city,' is a BJP stronghold in Lok Sabha elections. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari won in 2014 and 2019. The district has a population of 46,53,171 with a voter turnout of 54.70% in 2024.
Wayanad Elections Result 2024: Rahul Gandhi vs Suresh Gopi vs Annie Raja, who is winning?
Wayanad, a picturesque region in Kerala, is a key constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. Known for its political heritage, it sees Congress' Rahul Gandhi in a major contest against BJP and CPM. With a voter turnout of 73.57%, Wayanad’s political dynamics remain vibrant and crucial, highlighting its strategic importance in Kerala's political landscape.
Puri Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Sambit Patra vs Arup Patnaik, who's winning?
Puri Lok Sabha seat witnesses triangular contest between BJD's Pinaki Misra, BJP's Sambit Patra, and BJD's Arup Patnaik in Odisha.
Election Commission has become paralysed: Rajasthan Congress chief Dotasra
Rajasthan Congress president questions Election Commission's credibility, criticizing lack of action on complaints and issuance of notices during Lok Sabha elections.
Gurgaon Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Rao Inderjit Singh vs Raj Babbar, who will win the 'local versus outsider' battle?
In the Gurgaon Lok Sabha constituency, a 'local versus outsider' narrative is unfolding as Congress nominates actor-turned-politician Raj Babbar to challenge incumbent MP Rao Inderjit Singh of the BJP. Babbar's candidacy, announced on April 30, faced competition from former Haryana minister Ajay Singh Yadav within the Congress.
Pilibhit Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Jitin Prasada vs Bhagwat Saran Gangwar, who's winning?
Pilibhit is recognized as a BJP bastion, consistently electing members of the Gandhi family. The constituency's political landscape has been dominated by the BJP for over a decade. This seat's significance is further highlighted by the presence of high-profile candidates like Jitin Prasada, a former Congress leader who switched to the BJP.
Baharampur Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury vs Yusuf Pathan, Who will conquer Baharampur?
The Behrampur Lok Sabha constituency in West Bengal's Murshidabad District emerges as a crucial battleground in the upcoming elections. The contest features a notable faceoff between TMC's Yusuf Pathan, a former cricketer venturing into politics for the first time, and veteran MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, who has held the seat since 1999. Pathan, exuding confidence, sees himself as the harbinger of change for the people of Behrampur.
Will Modi equal Nehru’s record? These 4 states may hold the key
An analysis based on the 100-200-243 analogy dividing states into three categories – where BJP has not made a mark yet, where BJP is in a direct contest with Congress, and where BJP is locked in battles with regional parties – four states emerge swing states
Voting for 6 LS segments and 42 assembly seats begins in Odisha amid tight security
Polling commenced for six Lok Sabha constituencies and 42 assembly seats in Odisha amid tight security. Approximately 1 crore voters across 10,882 booths are eligible to cast their votes in the fourth and final round of simultaneous elections. Notable leaders, including Odisha assembly Speaker Pramila Mallik and BJP national vice-president Baijayant Panda, are among the 66 candidates contesting.
The four battleground states that can swing election results
BJP strategizes to secure a third term, relying on allies to offset potential losses. Key states like Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, and Maharashtra will influence Lok Sabha results. Challenges from regional parties, TMC in West Bengal, BJD in Odisha, and political uncertainties in Maharashtra may impact BJP's performance.
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