LUCKNOW LOK SABHA
Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah take oath as members of 18th Lok Sabha
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari were sworn in as members of the 18th Lok Sabha. Singh retained the Lucknow seat, Shah retured from Gandhinagar, and Gadkari from Nagpur. Senior members Radha Mohan Singh and Faggan Singh Kulaste took oath as well and will assist pro-tem speaker B Mahtab in administering oaths over two days. Opposition members K Suresh, T R Baalu, and Sudip Bandyopadhyay did not take their oaths in protest.
PM Modi, senior ministers take oath as members of 18th Lok Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha, marking his third consecutive term. He, along with his Council of Ministers, had previously taken oath on June 9. Modi, who retained the Varanasi seat, has been representing it since 2014. As the Leader of the House, he was the first to take the oath. Additionally, B Mahtab also took the oath as a member of the new House and as the pro-tem speaker earlier in the day at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
End of 'negative' politics: Akhilesh Yadav on Lok Sabha poll results
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav declared the end of negative politics, celebrating the triumph of people's issues. He highlighted the Samajwadi Party's rise as the third-largest party and emphasized their commitment to public service in the Lok Sabha. In the recent elections, SP won 37 out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh, with Congress winning 6 seats, while BJP secured 33 seats, and their allies RLD and Apna Dal (Sonelal) won two and one seats, respectively.
In Modi's stronghold, voters chose jobs over new Hindu temple
India's grand Hindu temple opening, aimed at bolstering PM Modi's Hindu-first agenda ahead of elections, backfired as BJP lost key seats due to voter discontent over unemployment and inflation. Despite retaining power, BJP's reduced margin reflects public focus shifting from religious issues to economic concerns. The opposition Samajwadi Party capitalised on these grievances, signaling a potential shift in political priorities away from religious symbolism.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath calls meeting of all ministers today
Following the BJP's setback in the UP Lok Sabha elections, CM Yogi Adityanath called a meeting with all ministers in Lucknow, instructing their presence at 11 am on Saturday. The INDIA bloc, headed by Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi, delivered a major blow to the BJP-led NDA's goal crossing the 270-seat mark in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Akhilesh Yadav likely to keep Lok Sabha Kannauj seat
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav is likely to retain his Lok Sabha seat of Kannauj over his membership of the UP legislative assembly where he represents the Karhal seat of Mainpuri, a senior SP leader has said.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh wins Lucknow Lok Sabha seat
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh secures third consecutive victory in Lucknow, defeating Samajwadi Party candidate Ravidas Mehrotra. Singh's electoral success follows wins over Poonam Sinha and a congress candidate, showcasing his political dominance in the region.
Rajnath Singh, a formidable BJP leader from Uttar Pradesh with grassroots connect
Rajnath Singh, a prominent leader from Uttar Pradesh, is known for his grassroots connect and moderate image. He has expanded BJP's network in the Hindi heartland and is set to retain the prestigious Lucknow Lok Sabha seat with a significant lead over his rival from Samajwadi Party.
Lucknow Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Rajnath Singh vs Ravidas Mehrotra, check who's winning?
Lucknow Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Lucknow, the capital and one of the largest cities in Uttar Pradesh, is a key parliamentary constituency. Since 1991, the seat has been a stronghold of the BJP. The constituency's most prominent MP is former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who contested from Lucknow eight times. After initial setbacks, coming third in the 1955 bypoll and second in the 1957 and 1962 elections, Vajpayee secured consecutive victories in 1991, 1996, 1998, 1999, and 2004.
UP Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 5: BSP President Mayawati casts vote in Lucknow, says she is hopeful of change
UP Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 5: In the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati emphasized the importance of development and welfare issues while casting her vote in Lucknow. She urged all political parties to prioritize these issues. Mayawati expressed hope for a change in power this election, noting the public's silent but observant demeanor. Over 8.95 crore voters across various states and union territories will decide the fate of 695 candidates. Key leaders such as Rahul Gandhi, Rajnath Singh, and others are contesting in this phase.
Lok Sabha polls: Around 58 per cent voter turnout recorded in UP
Approximately 58% voter turnout recorded in Uttar Pradesh during the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections, with detailed polling information and candidate updates.
On polling day Rahul Gandhi camps in Rae Bareli, visits Hanuman Temple, inspects polling booths
Rahul Gandhi visited Rae Bareli and Wayanad, urging voter turnout for prosperity and progress. He contests from Rae Bareli, Wayanad, and seeks reelection amidst strong opposition to BJP in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his wife cast their vote in Lucknow, urge citizens to participate
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, along with his wife, cast their votes in Lucknow during the Lok Sabha elections, stressing the importance of voter turnout and expressing confidence in the NDA's aim to secure 400 seats.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh seeks third straight win from BJP's Bastion Lucknow
Lucknow Lok Sabha seat has remained a stronghold for the BJP for more than three decades, primarily due to the enduring popularity of its longest-serving MP, the late Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, vying for his third consecutive term here, expresses confidence in the continuity of this trend. He campaigns on the basis of his contributions to the network of roads and flyovers in the rapidly expanding and urbanizing Uttar Pradesh capital, alongside emphasizing the 'development plank' championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Lucknow Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Date, schedule, result, party-wise candidates and other key details here
Lucknow, a stronghold of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's constituency, is a key battleground in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Voting in Lucknow will take place on May 20 during the fifth phase of Uttar Pradesh's seven-phase election schedule, spanning from April 19 to June 1, with vote counting starting on June 4. The prominent candidates are Rajnath Singh (BJP) and Ravidas Mehrotra (Samajwadi Party), representing divergent political ideologies.
Lucknow Dry Days: Liquor shops to stay shut in Lucknow for three days
Ahead of the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections on May 20, Lucknow and neighboring areas will enforce dry days from May 18 to May 20, as per the Election Commission of India's directive. This measure aims to maintain public order during polling. Similar dry days are scheduled in other regions, including Gurugram, Delhi NCR, and Kolkata. The fifth phase includes 49 constituencies across multiple states, with 695 candidates vying for seats.
Swati Maliwal's assault case: BJP assails Kejriwal for evading question, seeks his resignation
The BJP criticised Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for evading questions about the assault on his party MP Swati Maliwal, with accusations of him behaving like a "goon." AAP leader Kejriwal avoided the issue during a press conference in Lucknow, prompting demands for his resignation. BJP spokespersons condemned Kejriwal's alleged inaction and accused him of cowardice.
Modi will retire next year and Amit Shah will become PM, reiterates Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in Lucknow
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday reiterated his assertion that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is clearing the path for Home Minister Amit Shah to potentially ascend to the position of Prime Minister in the future.
Unnao: Will it be a hatrick for BJP's Sakshi Maharaj?
The BJP's incumbent two-term MP Sakshi Maharaj is facing a spirited fight from former Congress MP from Unnao Annu Tandon for a third time, but this time as SP candidate. Originally from Kasganj, he won three Lok Sabha elections from Mathura and Farrukhabad, before being brought here in 2014, then winning on the back of almost en bloc support from the dominant Lodhi caste here as well as Nishads, combined with the Hindutva and Modi factor. But he has not been able to develop much of a positive reputation for himself in the past ten years. It is this 'Modi-Lodhi' factor that Tandon is challenging.
Lok Sabha Polls: Rebel Samajwadi Party MLAs strengthen BJP in opposition bastions
At least 7 MLAs had cross-voted for the BJP's eighth RS candidate in February, when 10 seats had become vacant in the state. Over the last one month, the immediate family members of some of these MLAs have formally joined the BJP.
Miracle happened in India with PM Modi taking out 25 crore people from poverty in 10 years: Rajnath Singh
Rajnath Singh highlighted India's global influence, Modi's poverty reduction efforts, endorsed One Nation One Election, praised Sardar Patel, and discussed rapid development under PM Modi's leadership.
Samajwadi Party appoints Shyam Lal Pal as its new UP state chief
The Samajwadi Party on Monday appointed Shyam Lal Pal as its Uttar Pradesh state president, replacing Naresh Uttam who is contesting the Lok Sabha polls from Fatehpur. "Shyam Lal Pal has been appointed as the party's state president," the SP said in a post on social media platform X.
Third Eye: Too many nominees spoil the chances, not calling ‘Phool APhool’ for polls, Let there be no confusion over vote
The ambiguity regarding candidates doesn't seem to stop in the Akhiles Yadav-led Samajwadi Party. It said on Tuesday that Ravidas Mehrotra will represent the party in the Lucknow Lok Sabha constituency. On Thursday, though, the party declared existing MLA Ashutosh Verma as the replacement candidate. Both of them are running as SP candidates right now, asking for votes.
LS polls: Rajnath Singh declares assets worth Rs 7.36 cr
According to the affidavit, the 72-year-old senior BJP leader is an active user of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. He also has a website. The Union minister does not own any vehicle, but has a revolver (with a purchase price of Rs 10,000) and a double-barrel gun (with a purchase price of Rs 10,000).
Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh files nomination papers from Lucknow seat
Union Defence Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Rajnath Singh filed his nomination papers for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from Lucknow seat. He was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath and Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami. The fifth phase of elections is scheduled for May 20, with Lucknow and thirteen other constituencies voting. In 2019, Singh won by nearly 6.3 lakh votes over Samajwadi Party Poonam Shatrughan Sinha. BJP leader Smriti Irani is also set to file her nomination papers from Amethi.
Setback to opposition, several Samajwadi Party leaders join BJP in Lucknow
Amid Lok Sabha polls, Samajwadi Party leaders joined BJP in Lucknow. Praised PM Modi's 'Viksit Bharat'. UP sends 80 MPs to Parliament; voting in phases till June 1 including Amroha, Meerut, Baghpat.
Day after polls, BJP's Lok Sabha candidate from Moradabad, Kunwar Sarvesh Singh passes away at 72
BJP's Lok Sabha candidate from Moradabad, Kunwar Sarvesh Singh, has passed away at the age of 72 due to a heart attack at Delhi's AIIMS. The voting for the Moradabad constituency took place on Friday during the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed shock at the news, offering condolences to the bereaved family.
Lok Sabha polls: BSP releases fresh list of candidates
BSP announces Lok Sabha candidates including Bhim Rajbhar, Balkrishna Chauhan, Mohammad Irfan, Shyam Kishor Awasthi, Sachidanand Pandey, Dayashankar Mishra, Javed Simnani, Satyendra Kumar Maurya, and Dhaneshwar Gautam for various constituencies in Uttar Pradesh.
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