LOK SABHA POLLS 2014
No scope for alliance between Congress, AAP for assembly polls in Haryana, Delhi: Jairam Ramesh
In an interview, AICC general secretary Jairam Ramesh stated there will be no alliance between Congress and AAP for Haryana and Delhi assembly polls, but the INDIA bloc will contest together in Maharashtra and Jharkhand. He emphasized there’s no universal formula for state elections; alliances depend on local agreements.
NCP-SP approaches ECI to register party to accept funds before Maharashtra polls
Nationalist Congress Party - Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SP) is learnt to have moved the Election Commission of India ahead of the assembly polls in Maharashtra, seeking to register itself as a distinct political party under the Representation of the People Act, 1951 so that it can accept donations ahead of elections.
PM Modi says after 2024 polls, Congress will be termed Parasite, mocks LoP Rahul Gandhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Congress party as a "parasite" that thrives on its allies' votes and mocked Rahul Gandhi for his behavior in the Lok Sabha. Modi predicted that after the 2024 elections, Congress will be labeled a parasite for living off its allies' vote shares. He accused Congress of dividing the country based on language and highlighted their declining performance in various states. Modi compared Gandhi to an errant child trying to gain sympathy without revealing his own wrongdoings.
Congress hits back at PM Modi, says people told his govt in polls 'tumse na ho payega'
Congress president Kharge criticized PM Modi's governance, highlighting the disillusionment of various demographics with the BJP's promises and slogans, urging respect for democracy and the people's sentiment.
PM Modi on 2024 poll results: NDA's massive victory in states and return to power in centre
The opposition created a ruckus as Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his speech on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address in the Lok Sabha.PM Modi on 2024 poll results: NDA's massive victory in states and return to power in centre
PM Modi on national security: '2014 ke baad ka Hindustan ghar mein ghus kar maarta hai'
During the Motion of Thanks on President's Address in Lok Sabha, PM Modi said that Post-2014, India responded to terrorism with strong action PM Modi in Lok Sabha. Watch!PM Modi on national security: '2014 ke baad ka Hindustan ghar mein ghus kar maarta hai'
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Court allows two-hour custody parole to Engineer Rashid to take oath as MP
Kashmiri leader Sheikh Abdul Rashid, also known as Engineer Rashid, was granted custody parole to take his oath as a Lok Sabha MP. He had sought interim bail for the oath-taking and parliamentary functions. Rashid has been in Tihar jail since 2019 under the UAPA for alleged involvement in a terror funding case.
"Ours is not a political alliance, it is a time-tested friendship": PM Modi on meeting with Shiv Sena MPs
The Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)-Ajit Pawar MPs congratulated Narendra Modi on taking the oath as Prime Minister for a third consecutive term following the Lok Sabha polls. Taking to 'X', PM Modi wrote, "Had a great meeting with Shiv Sena MPs. Ours is not a political alliance--it is a time-tested friendship, bound together by common ideals and a shared vision for India's development."
Mann ki Baat: PM Modi thanks voters, EC for Lok Sabha Polls
The PM's 'Mann ki Baat' highlighted the valor of tribal leaders, the upcoming Paris Olympics, and the significance of democratic participation. With a focus on historical sacrifices and sporting achievements, the address underscored the importance of unity, resilience, and national pride in shaping India's future.
'Why after Lok Sabha polls?' Union minister suspects conspiracy behind Bihar bridge collapses
Five bridges, big and small, have collapsed across the state in just over a week. One incident each was reported from Araria, Siwan, East Champaran, Kishanganj and Madhubani districts. "Why has the state suddenly started witnessing incidents of bridge collapse? Why is it happening after the Lok Sabha polls? Why were such incidents not taking place a month before? I suspect some conspiracy behind it. Authorities concerned must look into this aspect," Jitan Ram Manjhi, a former CM who heads the Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM), told reporters.
Bengaluru court rejects bail plea of Prajwal Revanna
The 33-year-old is presently in the custody of the Special Investigation Team, formed to probe his alleged sex crimes. Several explicit clips purportedly of him were leaked days before the recent Lok Sabha polls.
Lok Sabha Speaker poll: Om Birla vs K Suresh; key points
The Speaker election in the Indian Parliament showcases a dynamic interplay of political strategies and alliances. With the BJP-led NDA government holding a numerical advantage, the Opposition's attempts to rally support for their candidates underscore the competitive nature of the electoral process. Key figures like Rajnath Singh and Amit Shah are pivotal in shaping the unfolding events, while the support announcements from various parties add layers of complexity to the proceedings.
Seat-sharing talks for Maharashtra polls yet to begin in MVA; all are equal stakeholders: Sanjay Raut
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut stated that seat-sharing discussions among the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) allies for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly polls have not started yet. Raut emphasized that all parties within the MVA, including NCP (SP) and Congress, are equal stakeholders. He noted that despite the NCP (SP) having the highest strike rate in the Lok Sabha polls, the Shiv Sena (UBT) was heavily targeted by the opposition, which impacted its performance. Raut reassured that there will be ample seats for all parties to contest comfortably.
ECI gets EVM verification requests for eight Lok Sabha seats
The Election Commission announced on Thursday that it has received eight applications from aggrieved Lok Sabha 2024 candidates requesting EVM/VVPAT memory verification in their constituencies. These applications pertain to eight out of the 543 parliamentary constituencies spread across six states, involving a total of 92 polling stations.
Congress constitutes committees to examine poor performance in Lok Sabha polls in Delhi, seven states
Congress formed fact-finding committees in 7 states and Delhi to analyze poor performance in Lok Sabha polls under the leadership of Mallikarjun Kharge.
BJP rules out change in Maharashtra leadership after poor performance in Lok Sabha polls
The meeting was attended by state BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule, senior leaders Sudhir Mungantiwar, Chandrakant Patil, Pankaja Munde and Vinod Tawde, among others. The BJP won nine seats in Maharashtra in the recent Lok Sabha elections, down from its 2019 tally of 23.
Had polls been free and fair, BJP would have won only 40 LS seats: Aaditya Thackeray
Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray claimed BJP would have won only 40 seats in Lok Sabha polls if held fairly, alleging fraud in Mumbai North West seat won by Shiv Sena's Ravindra Waikar against Amol Kirtikar, backed by Eknath Shinde.
MVA's Lok Sabha poll victory is beginning, not end, says Uddhav Thackeray
In the just-concluded Lok Sabha elections, the Congress won 13 seats, a quantum jump from the solitary seat it won in the state in 2019, while the Shiv Sena (UBT) bagged nine and the NCP (SP) eight. In the seat-sharing deal for the general elections, the Uddhav Thackeray-led party had got the largest share of seats among the three parties.
WB Guv writes to CM Mamata Banerjee over police disallowing post-poll violence 'victims' from entering Raj Bhavan
West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose wrote to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee questioning why police stopped alleged victims of post-poll violence from entering Raj Bhavan despite permission being issued. Bose visited Maheshwari Bhawan in Burrabazar to meet those affected by violence post Lok Sabha polls. The BJP has accused the TMC of post-poll violence, which the ruling party denies. The police prevented BJP's Suvendu Adhikari and victims from meeting Bose, citing Section 144.
Lok Sabha polls: People voted to check power from being in hands of 1 or 2 persons, says Sharad Pawar
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar commented on the recent Lok Sabha elections, stating that voters aimed to prevent power from being concentrated in the hands of a few individuals. He credited the BJP's majority in the Lok Sabha to the support from allies like JD(U) and TDP. Pawar urged his party members to prepare for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, expressing confidence that they would gain power in the state.
Hero, heroine and Lok Sabha poll results: Celebs who won the polls
Telugu actor and Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan won the Pithapuram seat in the Kakinada district by defeating seasoned politician Vanga Geetha of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) by a margin of 70,279 votes.
Exit Polls Lok Sabha Elections 2024: What happened in 2019 and 2014 exit polls? How accurate were they?
Exit Polls Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Exit poll data cannot be disclosed by news channels and pollsters until the conclusion of the final phase of voting, Section 126A of the Representation of the People's Act, 1951 mandate . Failure to adhere to this rule may lead to penalties including imprisonment for a maximum of two years, imposition of a fine, or both.
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