POLL YATRA
Congress leader Kumari Selja to launch 'padyatra' in Haryana's urban areas in July end
Congress leader Kumari Selja plans to launch a "padayatra" at the end of July to connect with Haryana's urban voters ahead of the Assembly polls slated for later this year. The primary goal of this foot march is to fortify the Congress's presence in urban areas and gain an advantage over the BJP. A statement indicated that the BJP has an edge in 44 assembly areas of Haryana, most of which are urban, based on a study of the 2024 Lok Sabha election results.
ECI sets ball rolling for J&K polls, orders electoral rolls' revision
The full Election Commission of India (ECI) - chief election commissioner Rajiv Kumar and election commissioners Sukhbir S Sandhu and Gyanesh Kumar - is expected to visit J&K in July or early August for a ground review of electoral preparedness. The ECI has already begun moving the poll process. On Friday, the poll panel announced that it was set to conduct the second special summary revision (SSR) for updation of electoral rolls in the states of Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra and UT of Jammu & Kashmir on July 1.
Rahul Gandhi spearheaded Congress revival, provided 'moral, philosophical' leadership: Gaurav Gogoi
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi credits Rahul Gandhi for Congress revival, highlighting his leadership in setting the narrative for the Lok Sabha polls. Gogoi recalls Sonia Gandhi's 'we will overcome' message at a party conclave in May 2022. He praises Gandhi's moral, philosophical, and organizational leadership, emphasizing the party's progress since then.
Lok Sabha poll result personal, moral defeat of PM who sought mandate in his name: CWC
The Congress Working Committee praised the party's Lok Sabha election performance, calling it a personal and moral defeat for the prime minister. Two resolutions were passed, with one urging Rahul Gandhi to accept the Leader of Opposition role. The CWC highlighted the rejection of divisive governance and the need to address shortcomings. They thanked voters for upholding democracy and emphasised the party's commitment to social justice and empowerment.
INDIA bloc must function cohesively both in Parliament & outside, says Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge at CWC meet
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge emphasized that the Lok Sabha election outcome signifies a rejection of divisive politics and underscored the importance of unity within the INDIA bloc, both inside and outside Parliament. While acknowledging the party's revival, Kharge also highlighted areas where the Congress fell short of expectations and proposed discussions to address these issues. He credited the Bharat Jodo Yatra for boosting Congress's vote share and seats in several states, particularly in Maharashtra. Kharge praised the solidarity within the INDIA bloc and stressed the continuation of cohesive action.
Political redemption: Rahul hits the mark after a series of flops
Rahul Gandhi, as the leader of Congress, has redeemed himself in the recent elections with the party doubling its Lok Sabha tally. His efforts, including the Bharat Jodo Yatras, are credited for the success.
- Go To Page 1
With BJP falling short of majority, Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu return as kingmakers
After 27 years, as the election results poured in on Tuesday, it became clear that Naidu, now 74, is back in his old avatar – of being the kingmaker. TDP has emerged the second-largest party in the NDA with 16 LS seats and cornered 134 of 175 assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh. Result: BJP needs Naidu’s support at the Centre, but he does not need them in the state. He is a kingmaker now.
UP court fixes June 7 for hearing defamation case against Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi's lawyer Kashi Prasad Shukla gave an application in the court, saying the Congress leader was busy campaigning for Lok Sabha polls and needed time to appear before the court.
Prashant Kishor's election result forecast: 'Boring' for politics but big for stock market traders
Lok Sabha Election 2024: With the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections over, poll strategist Prashant Kishor maintains his prediction that the Modi-led BJP will likely secure the same or slightly better numbers than their current 303 MPs. He commended the BJP for shifting the election discourse to winning 370 seats. Kishor noted that while failing to meet this target might disappoint the stock market.
Lok Sabha election: BJP, SP battle in Faizabad/Ayodhya, the birthplace of Ram Lalla
The Faizabad/Ayodhya Lok Sabha constituency in Uttar Pradesh, historically significant due to the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and the tearing down of the Babri mosque, is in the spotlight as it gears up for polling in the fifth phase on May 20. Sitting BJP MP Lallu Singh faces competition from Awadhesh Prasad of the Samajwadi Party.
Amit Shah likely to meet BJP workers and members of different communities in Srinagar before Baramulla votes
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Srinagar on Thursday for a brief visit. The BJP stated that it is an "apolitical" trip aimed at reviewing preparations for the upcoming 52-day Amarnath Yatra, commencing on June 29. However, a party official mentioned that Shah intends to meet with BJP workers as well as members of the Gujjar, Bakerwal, Pahari, and Sikh communities during his stay.
Lok Sabha polls: PM Modi attacks Congress in his election rallies
Addressing a rally in Agartala, Modi slammed Congress, saying the party had adopted the 'loot' east policy while BJP had turned it into the 'Act East' policy. He said Tripura has witnessed pioneering transformations under the BJP government. Speaking at Nalbari, he said the law against triple talaq had liberated Muslim women, benefiting not just them but also their families, including fathers and brothers.
India's poll yatra begins: Voting in 7 phases from April 19, results on June 4
Lok Sabha election 2024: The Lok Sabha elections, set to be the world's largest democratic exercise, will be conducted in seven phases starting from April 19. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will seek a third consecutive term in office. The subsequent phases are scheduled for April 26, May 7, May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1. Vote counting will take place on June 4.
INDIA bloc leaders target BJP; Rahul says launched yatras to highlight issues troubling public
Addressing the rally at Mumbai's Shivaji Park after the conclusion of his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, Gandhi said Prime Minister Narendra Modi won't be able to win the Lok Sabha elections without "EVMs, ED, CBI and Income Tax".
Huge rally to feature INDIA leaders at closing of Rahul's Nyay Yatra: Nana Patole
Congress state chief Nana Patole announced a massive rally at Mumbai's Shivaji Park on Sunday to mark the end of Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Maharashtra. Leaders of the INDIA bloc are expected to participate, signaling the launch of their campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. Patole praised Gandhi's leadership, stating that people across the country have faith in him. The rally comes amid several party leaders in Maharashtra switching to the BJP, including former Chief Minister Ashok Chavan.
'INDIA bloc will defeat BJP on all 80 seats in UP': Shivpal Yadav launches poll campaign in Badaun
Shivpal Singh Yadav's 'Jan Sampark Yatra' in Badaun aims for INDIA bloc's win over BJP on 80 seats. SP eyes Badaun seat after losing it in 2019 to BJP.
Rahul Gandhi's Yatra greeted with 'Modi-Modi' chants in MP; he stops convoy and meets sloganeering BJP men
Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Shajapur city, Madhya Pradesh, was greeted with 'Modi-Modi' chants by BJP workers. Gandhi stopped, met them, received potatoes, and blew a flying kiss before continuing the yatra to Ujjain in BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh.
SP chief Akhilesh joins Rahul-led Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra
Akhilesh Yadav joined Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Agra. They waved at the crowd gathered here for the yatra. Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accompanied them. Yadav attacked the government and mentioned the power of farmers and the INDIA coalition government.
Akhilesh to join Rahul Gandhi's Nyay Yatra in Agra on February 25
A day after announcing the seat-sharing arrangement for Uttar Pradesh in Lok Sabha polls, the Samajwadi Party on Thursday said its chief Akhilesh Yadav will attend Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Agra on February 25. Congress leaders visited the Samajwadi Party office in the afternoon and extended an invitation to Yadav to join the yatra in Agra.
A special pre-poll BJP plan being put into action in India's villages even as farm unrest rages
BJP Gram Parikrama Yatra: While the Congress yatra is hogging the limelight as the 2024 polls near, an important BJP programme has unfolded in 1.25 lakh villages across the country.
Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav to kickstart Jan Vishwas Yatra tomorrow
Tejashwi Yadav's Jan Vishwas Yatra for Lok Sabha polls starts in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Public meetings held to raise awareness about 'Mahagathbandhan' government's work. Allies with Congress in INDIA bloc against BJP, after Nitish Kumar's alliance collapse.
Rahul Gandhi's Nyay Yatra pales in comparison with Bharat Jodo Yatra
Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, aimed at pre-poll mobilisation, is not as successful as his previous yatra. Alliance members have been ditching the party during the current yatra, which started in Thoubal, Manipur and will end in Mumbai. His previous yatra covered Kanyakumari to Kashmir and saw participation from celebrities like Kamal Haasan and Pooja Bhatt.
Gearing up for LS polls, Telangana BJP decides to conduct 'yatras' from Feb 20 to Mar 1
Telangana BJP plans roadshows covering Mahabubnagar, Nagarkurnool, and Nalgonda. The mass-contact program will cover all 17 Lok Sabha constituencies, 33 districts, and all mandal headquarters in the state.
Lok Sabha Polls 2024: If voted to power, INDIA bloc will remove 50 per cent cap on reservation, says Rahul Gandhi
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Rahul Gandhi, leader of the Congress party, has promised a nationwide caste census and the removal of the 50% cap on reservation if his party forms the government after the Lok Sabha polls. He alleged that the BJP tried to topple the JMM-Congress-RJD government in Jharkhand because the chief minister was a tribal. Gandhi also claimed that Dalits, tribals, and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) were treated as bonded laborers and lacked representation in various sectors.
Doubt Congress will get 'even 40 seats' in Lok Sabha polls: Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee challenges Congress to take on BJP in Hindi heartland states; doubts Congress will secure even 40 seats in upcoming Lok Sabha elections; criticizes Congress's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra as a mere photo opportunity; proposes Congress contest 300 seats but they refuse; willing to form alliance with Congress in West Bengal but Congress declines offer; challenges Congress to defeat BJP in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh; derides Congress's yatra as a mere spectacle for photo opportunities; Congress did not inform Banerjee about the yatra.
Congress should sacrifice and give away seats to other parties: AIUDF MLA Rafiqul Islam
AIUDF MLA criticizes Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, saying it avoids main issues of Indian National Congress. Many Congress leaders have joined BJP in Maharashtra, Assam, and West Bengal. MLA suggests Gandhi should focus on internal issues, build relations with other parties. Congress should sacrifice seats for regional parties, gain benefits.
Congress renames Rahul Gandhi-led yatra as Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra
The Congress has renamed the Rahul Gandhi-led Manipur-Mumbai yatra as 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra', starting January 14, and will travel through 15 states, including Arunachal Pradesh. The yatra, covering over 6,713 km, will be covered in buses and on foot, covering 110 districts, 100 Lok Sabha seats, and 337 assembly segments.
Load More
