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Bengaluru civic body split discussion gains momentum post LS polls, Parameshwara backs idea for ‘effective administration’
The BBMP elected Council's term had expired in September 2020. Ward delimitation exercises and reservation disputes have pushed the polls forward. In January this year, Shivakumar, who holds the Bengaluru development portfolio, had said that the civic body’s polls would be conducted soon after the Lok Sabha elections.
669 candidates file nominations for historic civic body polls in Nagaland
A total of 669 candidates, including 238 women, have filed nominations for Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) elections in Nagaland set for June 26. These are the first such polls in 20 years with 33% reservation for women. The elections are being held amid objections over tribal rights and property taxes. Scrutiny of documents will be on June 18, with vote counting scheduled for June 29.
About 66% of ministers in new council aged between 51-70 years: ADR
A recent study conducted by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has highlighted a significant prevalence of senior leaders, aged between 51 to 70 years, within the nation's political sphere. The analysis indicates that out of the 71 ministers comprising the new council of ministers, a substantial majority of 47 ministers, amounting to 66 per cent, fall within this age bracket.
99 pc of new ministers are crorepatis, avg asset worth Rs 107 cr: ADR
99% of the new ministers are crorepatis with average assets totaling Rs 107.94 crores. Notable ministers include Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, H D Kumaraswamy, and Ashwini Vaishnaw, with significant asset declarations exceeding Rs 100 crores each.
Twenty-eight ministers of new Modi govt have declared criminal cases: ADR
28 ministers in the third Narendra Modi government have criminal cases, with 19 facing serious charges such as attempted murder, crimes against women, and hate speech, according to the Association of Democratic Reforms.
93% of Lok Sabha poll winners are crorepatis: ADR analysis
A report by the Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR) has revealed that 93% of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections winning candidates are millionaires, a significant increase from 88% in 2019. The top three wealthiest candidates are TDP's Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, BJP's Konda Vishweshwar Reddy, and BJP's Naveen Jindal. The analysis found that out of the 543 winning candidates, 504 are millionaires.
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46 per cent of newly elected MPs face criminal cases: ADR
An analysis by the Association of Democratic Reforms reveals that 46% of the newly elected Lok Sabha members, totaling 251, face criminal charges, with 27 already convicted. This marks a 55% increase since 2009, with 31% facing serious charges including murder, rape, and crimes against women.
LS polls: 105 winning candidates' education between class 5 and 12
About 19% of winning candidates in the recent elections declared their educational qualifications between class 5 and 12, while 77% had graduate degrees or higher, as per the Association of Democratic Reforms. Notably, all 121 candidates who declared themselves illiterate lost. Agriculture and social work were prominent professions among MPs.
LS polls 2024: Candidates from 41 parties get elected this time, up from 36 in 2019
In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, 41 political parties had candidates elected, up from 36 in 2019. National parties secured 346 seats (64%), state-recognized parties won 179 seats (33%), unrecognized parties clinched 11 seats, and independents won seven. Participation increased to 751 parties, a 104% rise since 2009.
Election Result 2024: What are EVMs, VVPAT and the controversy related to it?
Ahead of the Lok Sabha election results, the INDIA alliance urges the Election Commission to prioritize the counting of postal ballots over EVM votes. The controversy over EVMs and VVPATs resurfaces with demands for increased cross-verification. VVPAT machines provide visual verification of votes cast, enhancing transparency in elections.
Lok Sabha polls: 2,572 crorepatis; 1,643 candidates with criminal cases in fray
As India braces for Lok Sabha election results on Tuesday, there are 2,572 candidates who are crorepatis while 1,643 candidates have criminal cases registered against themselves, according to poll rights body ADR. An analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and National Election Watch has shed light on the profiles of the candidates.
20% Lok Sabha candidates face criminal cases in 2024: ADR
ADR analysis shows 55% of 2024 Lok Sabha candidates face criminal cases, with 14% facing serious charges, slightly higher than 2019 but still higher than 2009. Average candidate assets have grown 50% since 2019.
Average increase of 43% in assets of 324 MPs recontesting LS polls: ADR analysis of last 5 years
A poll rights body has reported an average increase of 43% in the assets of 324 MPs who have re-entered the Lok Sabha elections in the last five years. The average assets of these MPs in 2019 were around Rs 21.55 crore, while in the current electoral cycle, the average asset value has increased "significantly" to Rs 30.88 crore, marking an increase of Rs 9.33 crore over the past five years. The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) analysed the financial growth among Members of Parliament (MPs) recontesting in the 2024 general elections.
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.
104% rise in number of political parties contesting LS polls from 2009-24
The number of political parties contesting the Lok Sabha elections has surged by 104% from 2009 to 2024. A total of 751 parties are participating in 2024 compared to 677 in 2019, 464 in 2014, and 368 in 2009, according to an analysis by ADR. The analysis of 8,337 candidates reveals a diverse mix of representation. Criminal cases have been declared by candidates from different party types and a significant number of crorepatis feature among the contestants.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 6 on May 25: From Mehbooba Mufti to Maneka Gandhi and Khattar, top candidates and constituencies
Phase 6 will determine the fate of 889 candidates vying for victory across 58 constituencies spread across eight states and Union Territories. In addition to the national capital, polling will take place for 14 seats in Uttar Pradesh, all 10 seats in Haryana, eight seats each in Bihar and West Bengal, six seats in Odisha, four seats in Jharkhand, and one seat in Jammu and Kashmir during this phase of the extensive seven-phase elections.
No booth-wise turnout data mid-polls, says Supreme Court
Supreme Court, led by Justice Dipankar Datta, denied interim relief on disclosing votes in ongoing elections. Maninder Singh opposed ADR's plea, highlighting its potential impact on voter turnout. The decision aimed to maintain faith in the poll panel.
LS polls: 121 candidates declare themselves illiterate, finds ADR
121 candidates in Lok Sabha elections are illiterate, 359 studied up to 5th grade, 647 up to 8th grade, 1,303 passed 12th grade, and 1,502 have a graduate degree, as per ADR analysis.
Meet the Andhra candidate with highest assets among Lok Sabha poll contestants
The Lok Sabha polls are being held in seven phases -- between April 19 and June 1. The counting of votes will take place on June 4 for the world's biggest election exercise. Five rounds of polling have been completed. The sixth and seven phases will be held on May 25 and June 1.
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.
Former PM Manmohan Singh, BJP stalwart LK Advani cast votes from home
According to the data shared by the office, 1409 voters cast their ballots from the comfort of their homes across all seven parliamentary constituencies in Delhi on Friday, which was the second day of the facility being started. The West Delhi constituency reported the highest number of home votes, with 348 voters participating. Among them, 299 were elderly individuals.
Election voter turnout data: SC seeks EC's response on plea for release of voter data within 48 hours
Election Voter Turnout Data: The Supreme Court held an urgent hearing on Friday evening, demanding a response within a week from the Election Commission regarding a plea by an NGO. The NGO requested the Election Commission to upload polling station-wise voter turnout data on its website within 48 hours of the conclusion of polling for each phase of the Lok Sabha elections.
Lok Sabha election: 39% of candidates in 6th phase are crorepatis with average assets of Rs 6.81 crore, says ADR
39% of candidates in the sixth phase of Lok Sabha polls are crorepatis with BJP candidates Naveen Jindal, Santrupt Misra, and Sushil Gupta leading in assets declaration. The analysis by ADR provides key insights about the candidates.
"Please come and use your power of voting": Superstar Chiranjeevi requests people to exercise their right to vote
After fulfilling his duty as a responsible citizen, the Padma Vibhushan spoke with the media and sent out an important message, encouraging citizens to practice their voting rights. "I request people to exercise their right to vote. Please come and make use of your power," Chiranjeevi said.
Lok Sabha polls: Only 12 pc of candidates in fray in phase 5 are women, says ADR
Low female representation in Lok Sabha polls, with 12% female candidates in the fifth phase. 23% candidates have criminal cases, including 18% with serious charges like murder and hate speech. Concerns raised over candidates' assets and educational qualifications.
Sandeshkhali's women being compelled to withdraw complaints due to ongoing polls: NCW
TMC allegedly pressuring Sandeshkhali women to retract complaints by manipulating false sexual assault claims. NCW requests EC investigation for fair General Elections 2024.
More Kuki bodies announce poll boycott in Manipur following fresh incidents of violence
The Global Kuki-Zomi-Hmar Women community, a group of Kuki-Zo women, including journalists, social workers, former Outer Manipur MP Kim Gangte and leaders of the Kuki-Zomi-Hmar women's forums in Delhi, had earlier written to Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar, informing him of its decision to boycott the polls.
Election Commissioner Arun Goel resigns ahead of LS polls
Election Commissioner Arun Goel has resigned just weeks before the Lok Sabha elections, leaving the Election Commission with only Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar unless the Centre appoints two new election commissioners. Goel's resignation, three years before his term was to end in 2027, raises questions about the poll panel's internal dynamics. His sudden departure comes after actively participating in poll-related meetings and briefings. The last mid-term resignation from the Election Commission was in 2020 when Ashok Lavasa left after disagreements during the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.
About 36% Rajya Sabha candidates declared criminal cases against themselves: ADR
The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and National Election Watch have found that 36% of Rajya Sabha candidates have declared criminal cases against themselves, with the average assets of candidates analysed standing at Rs 127.81 crore. The analysis also found that 17% of these individuals face serious criminal charges, with one candidate having cases related to attempted murder.
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