CORRUPTION IN POLLS
Karnataka: Yediyurappa challenges Siddaramaiah to dissolve assembly amidst corruption allegations, promises BJP will win by 140+ seats
In a special state executive committee meeting, BJP's Yediyurappa challenged Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to dissolve the legislative assembly, claiming BJP would win over 140 seats. He blamed Congress’s corruption for its loss of popularity, citing Congress's underperformance in Lok Sabha, winning only nine out of 28 constituencies despite a previous landslide of 136 state assembly seats. Financial irregularities in KMVSTDC and MUDA were noted. He urged BJP to demand the CM’s resignation in the legislative session.
Puducherry: Ruling coalition MLAs knock at Delhi's doors against AINRC-BJP govt
A political crisis is brewing in the union territory of the ruling AINRC-BJP coalition in Tamil Nadu, with saffron party MLAs expressing dissatisfaction with the government over issues such as corruption. They have called on the national leadership to set things right before they worsen. The local BJP unit is also facing tensions, with calls for replacing the incumbent UT head due to the party nominee's loss in the recent Lok Sabha elections.
Kerala govt rejects opposition demand to register corruption case into liquor policy row
Kerala's Left government rejected opposition UDF's demand to register a corruption case regarding alleged liquor policy amendment. Chief Minister Vijayan dismissed claims in the state assembly. Opposition protested and demanded investigation and resignations, leading to a House boycott. Congress accuses LDF of bribery, while Left denied discussing any policy changes. There was a controversy over an audio clip suggesting bribes from bar owners. sparking further calls for action.
India's mammoth general election followed by Europe's big polls
The world's largest general election concluded with Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA winning a third term. Around 450 million European Union citizens began voting to choose 720 members of the European Parliament from 27 countries in the second biggest electoral exercise.
A govt has got 3rd consecutive term for first time in six decades: PM Modi
Expressing his gratitude to BJP and NDA workers as well as the “140 crore people” of the country, the PM said the result is a vindication of the ‘sabka vikas’ mantra of his government. “I would like the influencers and opinion makers to note that since 1962 this is the first time that a government has come to power for a third consecutive term. In states where assembly elections were held, NDA has won grand victories. In Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Sikkim, Congress has lost badly and its candidates have lost their deposits in many seats,” Modi said, adding that “a new history has been created”.
'Casteist, communal and corrupt INDI Alliance failed to strike', says PM Modi as exit polls predict huge win for NDA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the INDI Alliance for being casteist, communal, and corrupt. He expressed confidence in a record win for the NDA government amid exit polls predicting a huge victory in the general elections.
Inadequate livelihood opportunities key concern of people in President Murmu's village; Mayurbhanj goes to polls on June 1
In President Droupadi Murmu's village Uperbeda, local issues like inadequate livelihood opportunities, irrigation, education, and health facilities influence voters for the upcoming Lok Sabha election. Challenges include BJD leader VK Pandian's non-Odia origin, lack of youth employment opportunities, and dependency on rainwater for agriculture. Villagers stress the need for infrastructure development to boost employment and prevent migration for jobs.
Rahul, Priyanka will not be blamed for Lok Sabha poll defeat, claims Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will lose his job after the Lok Sabha election results are announced on June 4. He added that Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi will not be blamed for the defeat. Shah predicted a strong performance by PM Modi and criticised the opposition leaders for alleged corruption and lack of understanding of people's issues.
Poll manifesto promises won't amount to corrupt practice: SC
The observation was made by a bench of justices Surya Kant and KV Viswanathan on a plea filed by a voter from Chamrajpet assembly constituency in Karnataka. The petitioner had challenged the election of Cong candidate BZ Zameer Akhmed Khan.
PM Modi criticises INDIA bloc, alleges corruption and neglect of heritage
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the INDIA bloc, accusing its leaders of corruption, promoting the Congress' "royal family" (Gandhis), and neglecting cultural heritage and regional pride. He made these remarks during BJP election rallies in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, as well as a dialogue with women workers in Varanasi. Modi highlighted instances of mismanagement during the Kumbh mela under SP and Congress governments and referenced the elimination of a local mafia figure under the BJP's rule.
PM Modi renews wealth charge against Congress, says INDIA partners out to "steal" public wealth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress and its ally Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), claiming they lack knowledge about development and aim to steal public wealth. At a rally in Jamshedpur, he accused them of spreading lies, stealing assets under the guise of wealth redistribution, and undermining reservations for SCs, STs, and OBCs. Modi also highlighted a cash recovery linked to a Congress leader as evidence of corruption.
Crackdown on corruption to continue, asserts PM Modi in Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi vows to fight corruption at Hajipur rally, criticizes opponents promoting successors, highlights NDA's social justice efforts, condemns reservations for votes, urges high voter turnout for NDA.
Mamata was silent as women in Sandeshkhali were tortured on basis of religion: Amit Shah
Amit Shah accuses Mamata Banerjee of silence on Sandeshkhali abuse, vows to punish culprits. Criticizes her for CAA stance and corruption. High court orders CBI probe into the matter.
Arvind Kejriwal's bail plea: Right to campaign in polls neither fundamental nor constitutional, ED tells SC in fresh affidavit
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) submitted a fresh affidavit to the Supreme Court stating that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is not contesting Lok Sabha elections, has not been granted interim bail for campaigning, emphasizing that no political leader has ever received interim bail for such purposes. The agency asserted that the right to campaign in elections is neither fundamental nor constitutional. Even if a candidate is contesting, interim bail for campaigning while in custody is not granted. ED arg
View: Not-too-Swachh a Bharat? Majority of voters in a pre-poll survey think corruption is up from the last poll
Whom do voters blame for rising corruption? The central or state governments? They blame the central government (25%) a bit more than state governments (18%). But no less than 56% of voters say 'both'.
TMC was aware of school jobs scam before 2021 assembly polls: Kunal Ghosh
After his removal from the post of the TMC's West Bengal general secretary, Kunal Ghosh claimed that the party was aware of the school recruitment scam even before the 2021 assembly polls. The damaging statement from Ghosh, considered close to TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, came amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, as the SSC scam has escalated into a significant issue in the polls.
In Punjab, the rookie who routed Badal now dares daughter-in-law
The Bathinda Lok Sabha battle involves AAP's Khudian challenging SAD's Harsimrat Kaur Badal, with implications for SAD's revival post-farm laws. Khudian's face-off with Harsimrat at Bathinda comes when her husband Sukhbir Badal is trying to revive the mass base of his party. Many believe SAD can't be written off and will spring back to prominence as people grow weary with the AAP government and anti-incumbency starts kicking in.
BJP's vote share in South will increase in 2024 Lok Sabha polls: PM Modi
In an interview with the Asianet News Network, PM Modi also addressed the alleged narrative of the BJP being a party of the upper caste.
Rahul Gandhi may have to fight future poll from some place across oceans: MP CM Mohan Yadav
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said Wayanad MP Rahul Gandhi could not save his Amethi seat in north India last time. The Narendra Modi government successfully tackled Naxalism, terrorism, corruption and poverty, he added.
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