PARTY NOMINEES
What did the White House say on Biden’s lackluster performance in the US Presidential Debate?
The White House said that President Biden was suffering from ‘cold’ and hence he found it difficult during the debate. He was unable to speak coherently. Further, he appeared to be frail and was not assertive during the debate.
US Presidential Election 2024: Who is Gavin Newsom? Is he going to replace Biden as the Democratic Party’s official presidential nominee?
The Governor of California Gavin Newsom is one of the potential candidates to replace Joe Biden as the official presidential nominee of the Democratic Party in the upcoming US Presidential Election in November. However, replacing Biden is not going to be easy.
US Presidential Election 2024: Can Joe Biden be replaced by the Democrats? What are the political consequences of this move?
There is a demand by some Democrats to replace incumbent US President Joe Biden as the official presidential nominee of the Democratic Party after his “terrible” performance on Thursday during the first US presidential debate. The party which will hold its national convention in August may find it difficult to replace a candidate who has overwhelmingly won the primaries. The rules are vague and there are several political consequences denying a nomination to a sitting president.
US Presidential Debate: What is the significance of a hand shake? Why did Trump break the tradition?
On Thursday, both Biden and Trump did not shake hands before the first US presidential debate. This is not the first time that this has happened. It has been a tradition since 1976.
Birla's decisions in last 5 years as LS speaker strengthened democracy: Chirag Paswan
The recent Lok Sabha speaker election emphasized the significance of preserving the Constitution's dignity and enhancing democracy through the decisions taken, fostering a spirit of mutual respect and cooperation between ruling and opposition parties for national progress.
Appeal Congress not to force election for Lok Sabha Speaker post: Kiren Rijiju
The election for the Lok Sabha Speaker post faces challenges as the Congress sets conditions for supporting the NDA candidate. Maintaining the post's impartiality and dignity is crucial, urging for a consensus and uncontested election. The Congress's demands add complexity to the situation.
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Not consulted over INDIA bloc's nominee for LS Speaker: TMC
The TMC expressed discontent over not being consulted on the Opposition's decision to nominate Congress MP K Suresh for the post of Lok Sabha Speaker. Suresh filed his nomination without TMC's support, prompting TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee to state that their party leadership will decide their stance. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hinted at a resolution by saying "Jai Samvidhan" after a conversation with Banerjee inside Lok Sabha.
Fissures in MVA over MLC polls? Congress asks Uddhav to withdraw 2 nominees from race
Congress expresses displeasure over Uddhav Thackeray's unilateral announcement of Shiv Sena (UBT) candidates for Legislative Council elections in Konkan Graduates and Nashik Teachers' constituencies. Maharashtra Congress demands withdrawal, highlighting communication gaps with Thackeray.
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.
Radical preacher Amritpal, son of Indira Gandhi's assassin win LS polls as Independents
Radical Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh and Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa, son of one of Indira Gandhi's assassins, have made their maiden entry into Parliament as Independent candidates. Singh won in Khadoor Sahib by a huge margin over Congress, while Khalsa won in Faridkot against AAP. Singh, chief of 'Waris Punjab De,' is in jail in Assam under the National Security Act. Both candidates received overwhelming support from their communities, with Singh being praised for his anti-drug efforts and Khalsa focusing on various Sikh issues.
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.
How Donald Trump's prison sentence could look: Secret Service guard, strip searches, and no hair product
Details have emerged regarding potential prisons where former US President Donald Trump could be lodged, if he is sentenced to undergo a prison term.
Punjab: Preneet Kaur fights anti-incumbency as Congress banks on 'pro poor' nominee
Three-term MP, Preneet Kaur, is facing an obvious anti-incumbency in Patiala, her husband and former Punjab chief minister Captain Amarinder Singh's stronghold. Preneet also joined the BJP after Captain Amarinder jumped the ship.
Battle of Jadavpur: TMC nominee counts on knowing 'pulse of people' in Triangular contest
Jadavpur Lok Sabha seat in West Bengal is set to face a three-cornered fight between CPI-M's youth face Srijan Bhattacharya, Trinamool Youth wing president Saayoni Ghosh, and BJP's Anirban Ganguly. The constituency, which is mostly located in the South 24 Parganas district, is predominantly rural and semi-urban. Trinamool candidate Ghosh is confident of winning, citing her extensive travel and understanding of the people's pulse.
Manish Tewari political tourist, will look for new seat in 2029: BJP Chandigarh LS nominee
BJP leader Sanjay Tandon, contesting Lok Sabha elections from Chandigarh, criticizes opponent Manish Tewari as a 'political tourist'. Tandon aims for a hat-trick win from the Chandigarh parliamentary seat in the upcoming polls.
Odisha: Congress nominee may upset BJP and BJD's poll math in Balasore
In the past three elections, Balasore has elected three MPs from three different parties. In 2009, it was Congress leader Srikant Jena; in 2014, it was Rabindra Kumar Jena of BJD and in 2019, BJP candidate Pratap Sarangi won this seat with a margin of 12,956 votes.
Female candidates in Lok Sabha polls rise from 7% in 2009 to 9.6% in 2024
The number of female candidates contesting Lok Sabha elections in India has increased steadily over the past 15 years, rising from 7% in 2009 to 9.6% in 2024, according to an analysis by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR). In 2024, 797 women are contesting, representing 9.6% of the total 8,337 candidates, an increase from 9% in 2019, 8% in 2014, and 7% in 2009.
Party flag changes, while BJP's Adhikaris put up best bet against TMC to retain family stronghold
Contai has seen significant changes over the years. Sisir Adhikari's rise began as a gram panchayat member in 1962, eventually becoming a three-time MP and a junior Union minister. Soumendu now carries the heavy burden of these expectations and is leaving nothing to chance.
AAP alleges BJP Lok Sabha candidate Hiranmoy Chattopadhyaya's claims in affidavit not true
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has filed a complaint with the Election Commission (EC) against BJP's Ghatal Lok Sabha candidate Hiranmoy Chattopadhyaya. He has been accused of providing false information about his educational qualifications in his affidavit and falsely claiming to be a research fellow at IIT Kharagpur,. There are calls for the cancellation of his candidature. Chattopadhyaya denied the allegations and accused the Trinamool Congress of conspiracy. The Election Commission is reviewing the complaint.
Spirit of Aurangzeb entered Cong leaders' bodies, they want to levy Jizya-like tax: Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the spirit of Aurangzeb has entered bodies of Congress leaders and they want to levy tax on the lines of Jizya imposed on non-Muslims during the Mughal king's era. Addressing an election rally in favour of BJP leader and NDA nominee Rajiv Pratap Rudy in Saran Lok Sabha seat, Adityanath alleged that the opposition INDIA block is preparing to impose inheritance tax on people if it comes to power.
Varanasi DM clarifies why Shyam Rangeela's nomination for Lok Sabha election was rejected
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Shyam Rangeela, a comedian renowned for mimicking PM Modi, had his nomination for the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat rejected. The Varanasi District Magistrate clarified that the rejection was due to an incomplete affidavit and other procedural deficiencies. The Varanasi constituency in Uttar Pradesh will go to polls in the seventh and final phase of polling on June 1. The counting of votes for the Lok Sabha election will be on June 4.
Shyam Rangeela's nomination for Varanasi Lok Sabha election rejected by EC
Shyam Rangeela, recognized for his impersonations of PM Modi, encountered a setback as his nomination for the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat was declined due to a missing affidavit. Rangeela submitted his nomination on May 14 and shared a video on X. However, the Election Commission of India's website displayed his nomination as rejected the following day.
Shyam Rangeela alleges officials not letting him file nomination for Varanasi Lok Sabha elections against PM Modi
Varanasi Elections 2024: Comedian Shyam Rangeela alleges officials are obstructing his filing of nomination papers to contest against PM Modi in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. Despite repeated attempts, he claims denial of entry to the magistrate's office. Rangeela vows determination, emphasizing he's not seeking fame but to challenge the Prime Minister. Congress criticizes the situation, questioning PM Modi's fear. Meanwhile, PM Modi files his nomination as 14 candidates, including Rangeela, enter the race for the Varanasi seat.
Joe Biden, Donald Trump win Indiana presidential primaries
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have won the Indiana Democratic and Republican primaries ahead of the US presidential election in November. Tuesday's win gives Trump, already the presumptive Republican nominee, another 58 delegates, according to US media reports.
'Bahu' vs 'bahu' vs 'chacha sasur': Chautalas fight among themselves in Hisar Lok Sabha seat
The Hisar Lok Sabha constituency in Haryana is witnessing a compelling electoral battle involving three members of the influential Chautala family, now divided politically. Naina Chautala of JJP, Sunaina Chautala of INLD, and Ranjit Singh Chautala of BJP are competing, representing different factions within the family.
BJP expels 28 leaders in Arunachal Pradesh for contesting Assembly polls against party nominees
These leaders had contested the Assembly polls on tickets of the National People’s Party (NPP), the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), the People’s Party of Arunachal, and as Independent nominees. The ruling BJP had fielded 60 candidates in all the Assembly seats in Arunachal, of which 10 were elected unopposed.
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.
Congress cries foul as party's Indore nominee Akshay Bam defects to BJP
The Congress party faced another setback as its candidate, Akshay Kanti Bam, from the Indore Lok Sabha seat in Madhya Pradesh, withdrew his nomination and joined the BJP. Congress alleged that Bam was pressured due to pending cases against him, including a murder charge. This incident follows a similar defection of the Congress candidate in the Surat seat of Gujarat last week. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate described these actions as a "threat to democracy," accusing the BJP of coercing candidates and their proposers.
Khajuraho 'Wonder': BJP nominee set to get a walkover in absence of main opposition
Congress had given Khajuraho seat to Samajwadi Party as part of the INDIA bloc seat-sharing, possibly due to a sizable presence of Yadav voters, who form the bulk of SP support base, in the constituency and its proximity to Uttar Pradesh, the SP's home state and main area of influence.
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