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Ambadas Danve's suspension a one-sided decision and pre-planned conspiracy: Uddhav Thackeray
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray criticised the suspension of Leader of Opposition in Maharashtra legislative council, Ambadas Danve, calling it a one-sided, pre-planned conspiracy. Thackeray questioned the lack of opportunity for Danve to present his side and demanded action against BJP and Shiv Sena leaders for similar remarks.
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BJP fields Pankaja Munde, four others for Maharashtra council polls
Maharashtra BJP on Monday announced the candidatures of OBC leader and former minister Pankaja Munde and four others for the upcoming polls to the state legislative council. The biennial elections for 11 seats of the Upper House of the state legislature will be held on July 12.
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France elections: France's exceptionally high-stakes election has begun, far-right leads pre-election polls
France elections: Voters in mainland France start casting ballots in a critical legislative election that may lead to far-right control, impacting Europe's financial markets, support for Ukraine, and the management of France's nuclear arsenal and global military forces. The two-round election began in overseas territories and on the mainland at 8 a.m. Sunday, with initial projections due at 8 p.m. and official results later that night.
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Impasse over swearing in: 2 newly elected TMC MLAs waiting for Guv in Bengal assembly
Amid the ongoing impasse over their swearing-in, two newly elected Trinamool Congress MLAs arrived at the West Bengal assembly on Wednesday, stating they would wait until 4 pm for Governor C V Ananda Bose to administer the oath of office or give his consent for the Speaker to do so. The two MLAs, Sayantika Bandyopadhyay and Rayat Hossain Sarkar, were elected from Baranagar and Bhagabangola constituencies, respectively.
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Reserve 50 pc homes in new projects in Mumbai for Marathi speakers: Sena (UBT) leader
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anil Parab demands 50% reservation for Marathi-speaking people in new Mumbai residential projects due to declining population.
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TDP's Ayyannapatrudu unanimously elected Speaker of Andhra Assembly
TDP's Narsipatnam MLA C Ayyannapatrudu was unanimously elected as the Speaker of the 16th Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Pro-tem Speaker G Butchaiah Chowdary announced his uncontested victory after no other nominations were filed. Ayyannapatrudu was escorted to the Speaker's chair by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who praised the senior legislator's appointment and highlighted his background to the first-time legislators present.
AIADMK legislators demand adjournment of House; stage walkout over Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy
AIADMK legislators staged a walkout from the Tamil Nadu Assembly in protest over the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy. Ruckus erupted after they demanded a discussion on the incident and the resignation of CM MK Stalin.
Survey indicates growing political disillusionment among Americans; Here are the reasons
A survey that was conducted points towards growing political disillusionment among the American voters. Voters seek leaders who are decisive and work towards enhancing the national interest rather than individual political interests.
Maharashtra council polls crucial test for political parties ahead of assembly elections
The biennial elections to 11 seats in the Maharashtra legislative council from the MLA quota will be a crucial test for the ruling Mahayuti and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) ahead of the assembly elections, with nominations opening on June 25 and the elections scheduled for July 12.
EC starts updating electoral rolls for Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Jammu & Kashmir
The Election Commission has prepared for assembly elections in Haryana, Maharashtra, and Jharkhand, with July 1, 2024 as the qualifying date. The existing legislative assemblies end on November 3, November 26, and January 5, 2025, and elections must be conducted before their terms end. Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir are also being conducted to constitute a new house after delimitation.
Bypolls to 5 legislative council vacancies in 4 states on July 12
Bypolls for five legislative council vacancies in four states set for July 12 after resignations and disqualifications, including former Karnataka CM Jagadish Shettar's resignation from MLC post.
CM Majhi, DyCMs, Naveen Patnaik take oath as member of Odisha Assembly
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Deputy Chief Ministers KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida, along with BJD President Naveen Patnaik, were sworn in as members of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. Pro-tem Speaker Ranendra Pratap Swain administered the oath of office to the newly elected MLAs, including both the chief minister and Patnaik.
France President Macron dissolves French parliament, calls a snap election after defeat in EU vote
The announcement came after the first projected results from France put the far-right National Rally party well ahead in the European Union's parliamentary elections, handing a chastening loss to Macron's pro-European centrists, according to French opinion poll institutes.
Maharashtra MLC polls: Congress declares candidate from Konkan Graduates' constituency
The Congress on Wednesday announced Ramesh Keer as its candidate from the Konkan Graduates' constituency in Maharashtra for the legislative council elections scheduled on June 26. The biennial elections to four state legislative council seats- Mumbai Graduates, Konkan Graduates, Mumbai Teachers and Nashik Teachers - became necessary as the terms of sitting members are expiring in July.
Karnataka Upper House polls: CM's son figures among 7 Congress candidates, CT Ravi among BJP nominees
The ruling Congress and BJP announce candidates for the Legislative Council elections with predictable outcomes. The polls on June 13 will fill 11 vacancies, with MLAs as electors.
US Elections: Why Republicans are focusing on voting by noncitizens
House Republicans are pushing legislation to crack down on noncitizen voting, claiming it undermines election integrity. They aim to roll back D.C. law allowing noncitizens to vote locally, require proof of citizenship to register, and remove noncitizens from voter rolls, despite low instances of noncitizen voting.
The White House’s green trade war is just getting started
The latest US actions reflect a strategic shift in trade policy and considerations of carbon dumping, EU engagement, and national security implications.
ECI defers Legislative Council polls in Maharashtra due to summer vacations
The Election Commission of India postponed June 10 elections for four Legislative Council seats in Maharashtra. The decision was made in response to teachers' request during summer vacations.
Arizona Senate repeals 1864 abortion ban, governor seen signing quickly
The Arizona House last week passed the measure after a handful of Republicans broke party ranks and voted with Democrats to send it to the Senate.
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