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Amethi Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Dates, schedule, party wise candidates and all you need to know

Amethi is an important Lok Sabha constituency with a rich political history. Over the years, Amethi has been represented by notable political figures, including members of the Nehru-Gandhi family. Rahul Gandhi, a prominent leader, held the seat until the 2019 elections when he was defeated by BJP's Smriti Irani. Here's a comprehensive overview of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Amethi, including key dates, candidates, and past election results.

Maharashtra Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase-5 Mumbai, Thane, Kalyan, Nashik on May 20; Key candidates and other details

Maharashtra, boasting 48 Lok Sabha seats, ranks as the second most influential state in the lower house of Parliament after Uttar Pradesh. As the state prepares for the fifth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, political fervor intensifies. Renowned for its economic prowess, cultural diversity, and historical significance, Maharashtra significantly shapes India's political landscape. Here's a comprehensive overview of the upcoming elections and key contests across its 13 constituencies.

J&K Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase-5 Baramulla seat on May 20; Key candidates and other details

In Baramulla, the elections will feature a compelling three-way contest between Omar Abdullah of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), Fayaz Ahmad Mir of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), and Sajjad Gani Lone of the Jammu and Kashmir People's Conference (JKPC), allied with the NDA.

PM Modi has given country's 'entire wealth' to 'four or five rich people': Priyanka Gandhi

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a rally in support of her brother Rahul Gandhi's candidacy in Rae Bareli, accusing him of favoring "four or five rich people" with the nation's wealth. She highlighted Modi's alleged lack of engagement with ordinary citizens, contrasting it with the approach of past Congress leaders like Rajiv Gandhi and Indira Gandhi, who interacted with villagers to understand their concerns.

Haveri Karnataka Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 3: Date, schedule, result, party-wise candidates and other key details

Among the notable candidates vying for the parliamentary seat are Basavaraj Somappa Bommai from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Anandaswamy Gaddadevara Math from the Indian National Congress (INC). These candidates bring with them a wealth of experience, perspectives, and promises aimed at addressing the needs and aspirations of the people of Haveri.

Madhya Pradesh Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase-3 Bhopal, Guna, Rajgarh, Vidisha seats on May 7. Key candidates and other details

Madhya Pradesh, situated at the heart of India, is set to host elections for seven Lok Sabha seats during the third phase of the 2024 general elections on May 7. Recognized for its vibrant cultural legacy and varied demographics, Madhya Pradesh earns its moniker as the 'Heart of India.' The state's electoral process carries weight, owing to its historical significance as a pivotal arena for prominent political entities like the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Indian National Congress (Congress).

Aditya Birla's ex-HR head Santrupt Misra is the richest candidate from Odisha with Rs 461 crore

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Santrupt Misra, the BJD candidate from Cuttack, is the wealthiest candidate in the ongoing Odisha Lok Sabha elections, declaring assets worth Rs 461 crore. This includes movable assets of Rs 408 crore and immovable assets of Rs 53 crore. His income tax returns indicate earnings of Rs 76.23 crore in 2021-22 and Rs 66.21 crore in 2022-23. Dilip Ray, BJP nominee for Rourkela assembly seat, owns assets valued at around Rs 300 crore. Sanatan Mahakud, BJD candidate from Champua assembly seat, declared assets worth nearly Rs 152 crore.

'We are rich people, we don't go to poor countries': When Virender Sehwag mocked Adam Gilchrist

Virender Sehwag's humor shines on social media and podcasts. IPL's significant player payouts, like Rohit Sharma's Rs 16 crore, spark attention. Mitchell Starc leads IPL 2024 earnings at Rs 24.75 crore.

BJP's Hemang Joshi, youngest candidate in Gujarat, aims for 10 lakh vote margin in Vadodara

Hemang Joshi, the unexpected BJP candidate for Vadodara Lok Sabha seat, expresses surprise and gratitude for the nomination. He aims to win by a margin of over 10 lakh votes, emphasizing PM Modi's vision for youth and his focus on servant leadership. Joshi highlights the BJP's stronghold in Vadodara and criticizes Congress' approach, stating that people are voting for Modi's leadership.

Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Dates, schedule, party wise candidates and all you need to know

Jhunjhunu, a city and district in Rajasthan, is known for its historical sites and cultural richness. It is one of the 25 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state. The constituency comprises eight assembly segments and has been a significant battleground for political parties. In the 2019 elections, BJP's Narendra Kumar emerged victorious. The upcoming elections are poised to be a crucial event that will shape the political landscape in the region.

Neglect brews Nota in coffee land: Araku emerges as highland for choosing ‘no candidate’

Araku Valley, known for its premium coffee, faces deep-rooted discontent among tribal farmers due to neglected basic needs and infrastructure. Despite high Nota votes, the region continues to struggle with improving living conditions and addressing voter dissatisfaction.

Rich and retired: The boom beneficiaries who finance Germany's far right

With the AfD high in opinion polls ahead of regional and European elections later this year, the party is facing legal and political scrutiny as never before, which could lead to it being cut off from all state financing. That would make backers like Issmer, who gave 250,000 euros last year, even more important. Wealthy, elderly products of Germany's post-war rise, they have cash to spare and views they are unafraid to air.

Wildcard candidates threaten to tip scales in US election

Kennedy, Stein and West are likely to be joined by a host of other hopefuls, potentially including anti-Trump conservative Liz Cheney. Meanwhile self-styled centrist group No Labels is creating a "unity ticket" to unleash in the event that the two parties select "unreasonably divisive presidential nominees" -- a move criticized by Democrats as a boost to Trump.

Why does YouTube's MrBeast say he's not rich despite $700 mn annual earnings?

Jimmy Donaldson, famously known as MrBeast, reigns as the king of YouTube with a colossal subscriber count of 239 million and annual earnings ranging between $500 million to $700 million. Despite this massive success, Donaldson doesn't consider himself wealthy.

Here's why Adele might never move back to UK

Adele's recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter unveils her battle with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), attributing her move to sunny LA to combat the condition. Despite loving her LA life, nostalgia for her British roots lingers, notably tied to her song 'Hometown Glory,' inspired by a London protest. She also shares insights into her marriage with Rich Paul and amusingly confesses her pet peeve: his habit of listening to her music.

Adele and Rich Paul: A Complete Relationship Timeline As Marriage Reports Come Out

Adele and sports agent Rich Paul have been making headlines from their initial encounter on a dance floor to engagement rumors.The latest developments reveal that the Rolling in the Deep singer is officially married.

US Presidential Election 2024: Dates, candidates and latest issues

Leading the field of Republican presidential candidates is former President Donald Trump, who faces a battery of federal and state criminal charges related to his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden.

It'll be poor versus rich in Rajasthan elections: Congress General Secretary K C Venugopal

Congress General Secretary K C Venugopal has said that the upcoming Rajasthan Assembly elections will be contested between the poor, who have benefitted from the state government's schemes, and the rich who are backed by the BJP. The Congress' main election plank will be the state government's poor-friendly schemes, including Chiranjeevi scheme, LPG cylinder scheme and Old Pension Scheme. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said the party has set a target of winning 156 seats in the 200-member Rajasthan Assembly and the first list of candidates for the assembly polls will be released in the last week of September or the first week of October.

RIL shares will take a break before rallying towards Rs 2,820: Riches Vanara, StoxBox

We anticipate a long opportunity in Zomato. The stock has penetrated into stage 2 and has retested its support zone making it a potential pullback candidate. The stock has seen improving relative strength compared to Nifty and so we anticipate a potential ~11.6% upside for the target of 88.70 from the CMP.

Rags-to-riches wealth fund veteran plans to run for Singapore president

Ng, 75, spent more than four decades working up the ranks of public service until his retirement in 2013 and helped shape the creation of GIC, which is estimated to manage about $690 billion in assets. Over his career he’s built relationships with the likes of hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio and Gordon Brown, a fellow member of Pimco’s six-person global advisory board.

'Battle of Crorepatis': Billionaire scrap dealer to minister's son, a look at the rich candidates in Karnataka poll fray

Rs 1,633 crore! This is how rich Karnataka politicians are

Karnataka elections 2023: More criminal backgrounds, more money, less women leaders

Along with criminal cases filed, the report also analysed the candidates financial backgrounds. It found that 42% - 1,087 out of 2,586 - candidates were crorepatis, compared to 35% in 2018. The average assets per candidate was found to be Rs 12.26 crore, compared to Rs 7.5 crore in 2018. The Congress and the BJP are neck and neck in fielding wealthy candidates, with 97% and 96% crorepatis in their candidate lists respectively. The JDS is fielding 82% crorepatis.