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Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka's event to thank voters shifted from Amethi to Raebareli
The event to thank the voters will be held on the Bhuemau Guest House premises in Raebareli on Tuesday instead of Amethi, the Congress' Amethi district unit chief Pradeep Singhal said, adding the decision was taken to avoid the scorching heat.
Denmark's Prime Minister Frederiksen assaulted in central Copenhagen, man arrested
Two eyewitnesses, Anna Ravn and Marie Adrian, told the daily BT that they saw a man walking toward Frederiksen and then "pushing her hard on the shoulder so she was shoved aside." They stressed that the premier did not fall down.
CEC lauds role of returning officers, SPs in conducting LS polls
CEC Rajiv Kumar appreciates the exemplary performance and leadership in conducting Lok Sabha polls, creating a huge electoral surplus in the challenged democratic space worldwide.
'BJP lost Ayodhya because...': Akhilesh Yadav takes potshots at saffron party after Faizabad loss
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav reacted to the party's victory and the BJP's loss from Faizabad (Ayodhya) on June 06. He said the BJP did injustice to Ayodhya, and this is why people voted against them. While speaking to media persons, Akhilesh Yad...
US: Donald Trump's election interference case paused in Georgia appeals court
Georgia Appeals Court pauses Donald Trump's election interference case as it reviews his appeal to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney FWillis, ensuring trial delay until after US Presidential 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.
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How Donald Trump's deny-everything strategy could hurt him at sentencing
It's a truism of the criminal justice system that defendants hoping for lenient treatment at their sentencing are expected to take responsibility for their actions, even express remorse. But that flies in the face of Trump's longtime refusal to acknowledge any wrongdoing, a tone that he often strikes to portray strength and present himself as a fighter under ceaseless attack.
More than 11,000 poll-related seizure FIRs registered in Andhra Pradesh
In Andhra Pradesh, the Election Commission oversaw the registration of 11,249 seizure FIRs, amounting to Rs 483 crore in cash, liquor, drugs, and other items. Chief Electoral Officer Mukesh Kumar Meena shared data revealing election-related violence, including deaths and injuries, with notable cases of poll violations like EVM smashing and agent kidnapping.
EC rejects Jairam Ramesh's request for 1 week time to back accusations against Amit Shah
The Election Commission of India has rejected Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's request for a one-week extension to support his accusations against Amit Shah. The commission has requested Ramesh to provide factual details about Amit Shah's calls to 150 District Magistrates before vote counting. Ramesh claims these allegations are part of psychological games orchestrated by the outgoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the outgoing Home Minister Amit Shah.
Lok Sabha Election Results: EC responds to 'laapataa gentlemen' remark; says demand by multi-party delegations addressed
The Election Commission of India held a press conference in Delhi on Monday, just a day before the vote counting for the Lok Sabha elections 2024. In a recent turn of events, the EC took action following a public statement by Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on social media. Ramesh claimed that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had contacted 150 District Magistrates just before the scheduled vote counting on June 4.
Three-tier security deployed for counting of votes in Jammu, Kathua
Three-tier security measures have been implemented at the counting centers in Jammu and Udhampur Lok Sabha constituencies ahead of the vote counting. Over 23.94 lakh votes in these constituencies will decide the fate of 34 candidates, including top leaders. Enhanced security and logistical arrangements have been made, with CCTV surveillance and trained staff for a smooth counting process scheduled for June 4.
CEC Kumar dares Opposition to give proof of attempts to influence Lok Sabha poll process
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar challenged the opposition to provide evidence of allegations against returning officers and district magistrates being influenced in the poll process. Kumar urged the opposition to identify those trying to manipulate the process before vote counting begins. He dismissed rumors and emphasized the Commission's readiness to address foreign interference.
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.
EC orders repolling in two booths in West Bengal
Election Commission orders repolling at specific booths in Barasat and Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituencies on Sunday. Repolling scheduled from 7 am to 6 pm on Monday at Kadambagachi Saradar Para FP School and Aaddir Mahal Srichaitanya Bidyapith. BJP seeks repoll at Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha seat.
EC asks Jairam Ramesh to give 'factual' info over allegation of Amit Shah calling 150 officials before vote count
The Election Commission has asked Congress leader Jairam Ramesh to provide factual information regarding his claim that Home Minister Amit Shah called 150 District Magistrates before vote counting in the Lok Sabha elections. Ramesh must respond by June 2. The EC emphasized the importance of maintaining trust in the vote-counting process.
SKM, SDF candidates keep fingers crossed ahead of Sikkim assembly polls counting on Sunday
The ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) hopes for a second consecutive term while the opposition Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) aims to unseat it in the elections in Sikkim.
Villagers in Himachal's Chamba boycott Lok Sabha elections
Residents of Makhan, Chachul, and Juri villages in Churah subdivision of Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district boycott Lok Sabha elections demanding road connectivity and basic facilities like internet, road, and electricity.
Braving icy heights: Election at world's highest polling station
The polling station at Tashigang, serving 62 voters from Tashigang and Gete, has been made a model polling booth.
Donald Trump says he will appeal historic conviction
In rambling remarks at the Trump Tower lobby in Manhattan where he announced his first presidential run in 2015, Trump repeated his complaints that the trial was an attempt to hobble his comeback White House bid and warned that it showed no American was safe from politically motivated prosecution.
Bihar battles heatwaves during critical election days, 19 people die
In Bihar's Aurangabad, the death toll due to heat wave conditions has reached 12, while four people died in Kaimur district, including a worker on election duty, on Thursday and three people have died in Bihar's Arrah in Bhojpur district after suffering from extreme heatwaves in the region.
48 polling stations in West Bengal damaged by Cyclone Remal: Official
Polling for the nine Lok Sabha seats - Dum Dum, Barasat, Basirhat, Jaynagar, Mathurapur, Diamond Harbour, Jadavpur, Kolkata Dakshin, and Kolkata Uttar - is scheduled on Saturday. Among these, several assembly constituencies under Diamond Harbour and Basirhat seats were hit by the cyclonic storm.
West Bengal sees violence, protests in several districts
Violence reported in West Bengal during 78% voter turnout in sixth phase of general election. BJP candidate Pranat Tudu hospitalized after stone pelting. Tudu's vehicle vandalised, media vehicle windscreen broken. Tudu complained to EC and district magistrate before violence erupted.
Allahbad Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Dates, schedule, partywise candidates and all you need to know
Allahbad, a key constituency in Uttar Pradesh, is set to face off against Bharatiya Janata Party's Neeraj Tripthi, Bahujan Samajwadi Party's Ramesh Kumar Patel, and Congress' Ujjwal Rewati Raman Singh in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The constituency, located in Prayagraj district, has a rich political history, with two MPs elevated to Prime Minister positions. Neeraj Tripathi, son of BJP leader Kesari Nath Tripathi, was named as the saffron party's Allahabad candidate in April.
Bengal govt to move higher court to challenge Cal HC order on OBC certificates: Mamata Banerjee
The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday struck down as illegal the OBC status of several classes in West Bengal granted since 2010, sparking a political debate in the middle of the Lok Sabha elections.
Jhansi's two polling booths hit 100% voter turnout
According to an official statement issued by District Election Officer (DEO) and District Magistrate Akshay Tripathi, all 375 voters -- 198 men and 177 women -- at booth number 277 in Saulda of Mehrauni Assembly cast their votes. Similarly, at booth number 355 in Bamhora Nagal village, all 441 registered voters -- 235 men and 206 women -- participated, it said.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Nail art & society events, marathons help Jalgaon voter turnout race past 53%
The Jalgaon district administration, in collaboration with citizen groups, employed various strategies to increase voter turnout, historically low at around 46 to 48 percent. Targeting the low turnout among the middle and upper-middle classes (19 to 34%), efforts included motorcycle rallies, walkathons, and designer dress incentives. Collaborating with Rotary clubs, industrial associations, and social organizations, the initiative aimed to emphasize the importance of voting. These efforts led to a significant increase, with voter turnout in Jalgaon rising from 46% to 53%.
LS Polls: UP govt-aided gaushalas attend to stray cattle menace ahead of phase 5 election
Stray cattle remain a significant issue in Uttar Pradesh's ongoing Lok Sabha elections, impacting farmers' crops and causing road accidents. Despite government efforts, the problem persists. In Kadaura village, two gaushalas run by women's self-help groups, supported by the state, shelter and care for these animals. The shelters, which started three years ago, use technology for management and receive both government and private veterinary assistance. The district administration is actively involved, implementing initiatives like a gobar gas plant to support the gaushalas financially.
Gorakhpur: Nomination of independent candidate Rajan Yadav alias Arthi Baba cancelled
The nomination of independent candidate Rajan Yadav alias Arthi Baba has been cancelled from the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha seat. During the scrutiny, supervised by Returning Officer Krishna Karunesh, who is also the District Magistrate, 19 nomination papers, including that of Yadav, were cancelled.
Jharkhand: Security forces thwart Maoist bid to block voter access to polling booths in Singhbhum
Polling parties and materials were air-dropped in 126 polling stations in Singhbhum, the officials said and added that apart from that, about 100 polling parties were dispatched via a special train from Chakradharpur to Rourkela. Upon reaching their destinations, namely Manoharpur, Jaraikela, and Posaita stations, they continued their journey on vehicles and foot to reach their assigned polling stations.
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