POLITICAL FIELD
Trump narrows vice presidential field, with Burgum and Rubio out
Donald Trump excluded Doug Burgum and Marco Rubio from his vice presidential picks, favoring J.D. Vance. After surviving an assassination attempt, a judge dismissed his classified documents case. Trump will accept the GOP nomination, revising his speech for unity. Awaiting election interference trials, he expects more dismissals post-Supreme Court ruling. Thomas Crooks' attack on Trump in Butler, PA, killed a supporter. Biden condemned the violence, ordered an independent review, and Congress will question the Secret Service. Trump faces sentencing in the Stormy Daniels case and Biden deals with Democratic criticism. Heated political rhetoric affects Republicans' firearm stance.
Reflects changing political climate in country: Congress on bypoll gains
The Congress party's recent victories in the Himachal Pradesh and BJP-ruled Uttarakhand assembly bypolls indicate a changing political climate in India. Congress wrested Manglaur from BSP and retained Badrinath amid BJP's aggressive tactics. Jairam Ramesh views these wins as reflecting a political shift. In Himachal Pradesh, Congress won Dehra and Nalagarh despite BJP's 'Operation Lotus,' bolstering their strength in the state assembly per Rajiv Shukla. Key wins for Congress included Kamlesh Thakur in Dehra and Hardeep Singh Bawa in Nalagarh, although BJP's Ashish Sharma secured Hamirpur. In Uttarakhand, Qazi Mohammad Nizamuddin won Manglaur and Butola triumphed over Rajendra Singh Bhandari in Badrinath. These were part of 13 assembly bypolls held recently across multiple states.
Rishi Sunak pays over five times more in taxes than Keir Starmer. Check their net worth
Labour Party leader Keir Starmer's tax payments for the 2022-23 financial year have been disclosed by the party, revealing that he paid just under £100,000 in total taxes. According to a summary released by the Labour Party, Keir contributed £44,308 towards income tax, with an additional £52,688 paid in capital gains tax following the sale of a field co-owned by his father's estate in December 2022.
Britain's Labour on track for landslide victory, exit poll suggests, amid anger with Conservatives
The poll released moments after voting closed indicated that center-left Labour's leader Keir Starmer will be the country's next prime minister. He will face a jaded electorate impatient for change against a gloomy backdrop of economic malaise, mounting distrust in institutions and a fraying social fabric. As thousands of electoral staff tallied millions of ballot papers at counting centers across the country, the Conservatives absorbed the shock of a historic defeat that would leave the depleted party in disarray and likely spark a contest to replace Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as leader.
BJP plans to field Muslim candidate in UP's assembly bypoll for the first time ever
The BJP is planning to nominate a Muslim candidate for the Kundarki assembly bypoll. Besides Kundarki, bypolls are also due on Karhal, Katehari, Milkipur, Khair, Sisamau, Phulpur, Majahwan, Ghaziabad and Meerapur. Of the 10 bypoll-bound seats, BJP had won Khair, Phulpur and Ghaziabad while SP had won five - Katehari, Karhal, Milkipur, Sisamau and Kundarki. Meerapur and Majahwan were won by BJP allies, RLD and NISHAD party, respectively.
JDU national executive to discuss current political situation
JDU is holding its national executive meeting in New Delhi following the Lok Sabha election results. The meeting comes amid a demand from a section of the BJP in Bihar for the party to field its chief ministerial candidate in the next assembly elections. JDU and BJP leaders have dismissed claims of mistrust between the two parties.
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Every political party in Bihar wants a piece of Kushwahas
The Kushwaha community in Bihar, comprising 4.2% of the state population, is being targeted by both the ruling coalition and opposition parties ahead of the assembly election. The JDU has nominated Bhagwan Singh Kushwaha for the MLC seat, which was promised to the Rashtriya Lok Morcha. The BJP is willing to send Kushwaha to the Rajya Sabha, as there are two vacancies in Bihar.
'Simply not for me': After consecutive defeats, Bhaichung Bhutia quits politics
Leaving politics after successive defeats, I acknowledge SKM's win in Sikkim. Despite setbacks since 2014, I aimed to enhance sports and tourism in Sikkim, a vision unfulfilled due to electoral outcomes. My journey reflects a commitment to the state's development, now passing the baton to others with fresh ideas.
Pawar vs Pawar again in Baramati? Maharashtra may see another family feud with uncle vs nephew showdown
Maharashtra Politics NCP (SP) vs NCP: Baramati may soon see another Pawar vs. Pawar battle. Following the previous contest between Supriya Sule and Sunetra Pawar, there might be a new clash between Yugendra Pawar, son of Shriniwas Pawar, and his uncle Ajit Pawar, the sitting MLA from Baramati. A delegation recently urged NCP chief Sharad Pawar to field his grand-nephew Yugendra for the upcoming Assembly elections.
Chirag Paswan solidifies status as 'real' political heir of father Ram Vilas
Chirag Paswan's victory in Bihar's recent elections under LJP (RV) marked his resilience. Elected as the LJP (RV) Parliamentary Party leader, he remains committed to his father's vision, aiming to transform the state with the 'Bihar first, Bihari first' agenda.
VK Pandian quits politics after BJD's Odisha assembly elections debacle
VK Pandian, a close aide of former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, resigned from politics following the BJD's loss to the BJP in state elections. Pandian expressed regret if he contributed to the defeat. Naveen Patnaik defended Pandian's integrity and clarified that he was never intended as his successor
Didi gave me new political life, will fight for my constituency: Kirti Azad
Kirti Azad, a former BJP MP from Bihar's Darbhanga, defeated former West Bengal BJP president Dilip Ghosh by a margin of 1.38 lakh in the Burdwan-Durgapur constituency in the general election. Azad attributed his victory to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who showed faith in him and gave him a new lease of life. He compared his win to cricket, where bowlers can set different fields.
BJP wins 8 of 17 SC-reserved seats in UP, lowest in last three polls
In the latest general elections in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP lost ground on SC-reserved seats to opposition parties. The new 'hero' of Dalit politics, Chandrashekhar Azad, won from Nagina. The BSP faced setbacks due to internal issues, and the NDA's influence weakened among Dalit voters.
Mixed bag results for next generation of political families
In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, many next-generation politicians had successful campaigns. Bansuri Swaraj, Vivek Thakur, and Karan Bhushan Singh won their seats, while others faced defeats. Karan Bhushan Singh won Kaiserganj with 5,71,263 votes, and Bansuri Swaraj secured New Delhi with 4,53,185 votes. Shrikant Shinde and Vivek Thakur also won. However, Prajwal Revanna and Anil Antony were defeated. Congress' Isha Khan Chowdhury and Radhakrishna Doddamani won their seats. RJD's Misa Bharti won, while Rohini Acharya lost.
Arunachal: The story of victorious Kiren Rijiju's tenacity and commitment
Kiren Rijiju held roles in Youth Affairs, Sports, Law, and now serves as the Cabinet Minister of Earth Sciences, showcasing his adaptability and dedication to various responsibilities.
Superstar Suresh Gopi helps BJP break into Kerala
Malayalam movie superstar Suresh Gopi's historic win in Thrissur marks the BJP's grand entry into Kerala, showcasing their faith in the 65-year-old actor-turned-politician.
Haryana Election Result Winner List 2024: Neck-to-neck fight between Congress and BJP. Check who is winning. Here's the full list
Haryana is facing a fierce political battle with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress leading on 5 seats each. The state, strategically located between Delhi and Punjab, has 10 Lok Sabha seats. The BJP won all 10 seats in the 2019 elections, while Congress has nine seats. Exit polls suggest the BJP will dominate Haryana with 7 out of ten seats, Congress 2-4 seats, and AAP having a hard time.
Rahul, Priyanka notch up 107 and 108 rallies, roadshows respectively as Lok Sabha poll campaign ends
Priyanka Gandhi also ran a spirited campaign by taking part in 108 public meetings and roadshows, they said, adding that she also gave more than 100 media bytes, one TV interview and five print interviews during her marathon election campaign. Priyanka Gandhi camped in Rae Bareli and spearheaded the party's campaign there and in adjacent Amethi for about two weeks.
BJP strongholds in Bengal's Jangal Mahal region to go to polls in sixth phase
The Jangal Mahal region, a stronghold of identity politics, braces for electoral battles as BJP-TMC rivalry intensifies. The penultimate phase of voting will decide the fate of eight Lok Sabha seats, marked by shifting alliances, family legacies, and socio-political tensions. Over 1.45 crore voters await their turn amidst tight security arrangements.
2024 Lok Sabha Elections: Women candidates make up less than 10% of the contenders, ADR report shows
This is the first election since the passage of the women's reservation bill to reserve one-third of seats in Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women, reviving a bill pending for 27 years for want of consensus among parties. The bill is yet to come into effect.
Kanthi: BJP gains ground as TMC battles to retain foothold in Suvendu Adhikari's backyard
Political observers note that Kanthi presents a unique dynamic, as compared to other constituencies of the state, featuring a distinctly bipolar electoral landscape where voters face a clear choice between supporting the BJP and its national agenda or favouring the TMC government in Bengal and its welfare schemes. The constituency will go to polls on May 25 in the sixth phase.
Mechanisms in place to track social media, difficult to look at everything: Delhi poll body chief
Chief Electoral Officer P Krishnamurthy detailed the Delhi poll body's strategies to track paid news and social media, mentioning challenges in online platform oversight. The Election Commission focuses on countering misinformation and ensuring a level playing field during the elections.
EC asks political parties to remove fake content within 3 hours
Recently, fake videos showing Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, and actors Aamir Khan and Ranveer Singh were removed from specific social media accounts, and legal complaints were lodged.
Lok Sabha Elections Phase 3: Shifting winds? Why is traditional wave missing from sugarcane fields to potato farms in West UP?
In western Uttar Pradesh, from the serene banks of the Ganga to the bustling fields of Baghpat and Agra, a notable political shift is underway. Unlike past elections dominated by Modi's aura, this time, local issues and candidates hold sway. Residents express diverse concerns, indicating a departure from traditional voting patterns. Amidst these changes, the influence of mainstream media dwindles, signaling a new era in Uttar Pradesh politics.
Bhojpuri stars glow outside Bihar in LS polls, none fielded from Bihar
In the run-up to Lok Sabha polls, there was a lot of buzz around Pawan Singh, a native of Arrah, entering the fray. He got a ticket, but, surprisingly, from West Bengal, and withdrew from the contest following a controversy. Speculations are rife that internet sensation Neha Singh Rathore would get a Congress ticket ever since she attended a number of party events, including Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra'.
Election Commission acts swiftly on violations ahead of Lok Sabha polls
The Election Commission directed the removal of unauthorized political ads, swiftly transferring officials, and enforcing the model code of conduct. With the MCC now in effect, the EC aims to ensure fair play, particularly regarding the conduct of the party in power. The cVigil app has been instrumental in reporting violations, reflecting the EC's commitment to maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. The challenge lies in curbing surrogate violations and maintaining the decorum of political discourse amidst heightened campaigning.
BJP's move to field Navneet Rana from Amravati LS seat invites wrath of some 'Mahayuti' constituents
Rana, who currently represents the Amravati Lok Sabha seat, joined the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the party's state unit chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule's residence in Nagpur along with her supporters late Wednesday night. The BJP's Central Election Committee announced her name as the party candidate for the Amravati seat, and Bawankule said she would file her election nomination on April 4.
CEC tells West Bengal officials to ensure level playing field during polls
"The state machinery is primarily responsible for free and fair elections... Impersonation should not be tolerated," Kumar said. He assured that a sufficient number of central security forces will come to the state and they will be deployed in an impartial manner. Polls in West Bengal are known to be fiercely contested. It has also witnessed violence in the past. "CAPF's duty is to travel across the country and thus they have come here. It is the primary duty of state police and responsibility of all combined."
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