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PM Modi equals record feat of 3rd straight term as challenges await
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the oath of office for a third straight term, making history as the first non-Congress leader to achieve this feat. His BJP party's third-best tally of 240 seats is seen as a disappointment despite the victory. The National Democratic Alliance, led by Modi, won 293 seats, the biggest success for any pre-poll alliance without a single party majority. Modi's political journey from Gujarat chief minister to the helm of Indian politics has been marked by a mix of Hindutva and development, reshaping the political landscape.
Lok Sabha Election 2024 results: BJP short of majority, its NDA alliance likely to form government with fewer MPs
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Early trends show BJP-led NDA facing losses in strongholds like Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan. BJP falling below majority mark but gaining in Odisha, Telangana, and Kerala. Final seat prediction around 290, far from PM Modi's 400-paar expectation. The final numbers are also likely to be far short of the "400-paar" predictions by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
INDIA Bloc changes the game, emerges as strong Opposition against BJP-led NDA
The INDIA bloc, formed just a year ago, has emerged as a successful national opposition against the BJP-led NDA government. Despite facing challenges, including the exit of Nitish Kumar, the bloc has united Congress and regional parties in a strong resistance. With the NDA's slim majority, the INDIA bloc aims to increase its efforts, possibly seeking alliances with NDA allies. The bloc's effective messaging countered BJP's claims, focusing on issues like constitutional changes and reservation. The bloc's unity was evident in decisions like not attending the Ram temple event. The bloc's performance in various states signals optimism for future elections.
Congress party's electoral performance signals revival
The Congress is back in the sun after reclaiming key territories in the north. The results come as a political morale booster, cementing GOP’s pivotal role in anti-BJP national politics
How Akhilesh's 'PDA' plank turned the tide for Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav plays a key role in almost halving BJP’s seat tally in UP to 37 from 64 in 2019 polls with a smart ticket distribution plan and by raising issues of unemployment, price rise. INDIA bloc also gets backing of Dalits dissuaded by BJP and BSP
Focus on a confluence of big factors as Uttar Pradesh poll race enters final lap
With the marathon election battle reaching its final stage, the last round of polling is set to take place in the south-eastern region, which is dominated by OBCs, Dalits, and significantly influenced by the Modi-Yogi factor. The bustling political activities reflect a high-stakes contest leading up to the decisive day.
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INDIA bloc will rewrite Constitution to give reservation on basis of religion: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused INDIA bloc parties of rewriting the Constitution to provide reservation based on religion, aiming to turn the majority community into second-class citizens. He accused the opposition grouping of making different castes fight among themselves and threatening Purvanchal, a region known for its mafia, poverty, and helplessness. Modi cited three "big conspiracies" by the INDI alliance: changing the Constitution to provide reservation based on religion, ending reservation for SC, ST, OBC, and giving the entire reservation to Muslims.
June 4 will be day of freedom; BJP to get final farewell, INDIA bloc & SP’s PDA will prevail: Akhilesh Yadav
Akhilesh Yadav, the SP chief and leader of the Opposition in the UP Assembly, is actively campaigning for the INDIA Bloc in the current LS elections. During a busy campaign schedule, Akhilesh Yadav discussed his PDA plank, alliance with Congress, and the outlook for Opposition parties with Pervez Iqbal Siddiqui.
SP's red caps boost Congress' chances in Amethi, Rae Bareli
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav's directive to party workers in the 17 seats where Congress is contesting in Uttar Pradesh has been working as a team to ensure the victory of "INDIA bloc candidates" in the high-profile seats of Amethi and Rae Bareli. The SP-Congress alliance, which failed to take off in the 2017 assembly polls, is now working as a "declared alliance," with workers more enthused and committed to ensuring that INDIA bloc candidates Rahul Gandhi in Rae Bareli and Kishori Lal Sharma in Amethi score big wins.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh seeks third straight win from BJP's Bastion Lucknow
Lucknow Lok Sabha seat has remained a stronghold for the BJP for more than three decades, primarily due to the enduring popularity of its longest-serving MP, the late Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, vying for his third consecutive term here, expresses confidence in the continuity of this trend. He campaigns on the basis of his contributions to the network of roads and flyovers in the rapidly expanding and urbanizing Uttar Pradesh capital, alongside emphasizing the 'development plank' championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi's jibe at Congress, INDIA bloc: Party aims just 50 seats to save 'honour', alliance already defeated
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised Congress for aiming to win just 50 seats, mocked Rahul Gandhi for contesting from Rae Barely instead of Amethi, and claimed INIDA bloc has been defeated in the first four phases of elections. Modi also highlighted BJP's development work in Uttar Pradesh and accused SP and Congress of dynastic politics and corruption.
Congress, SP will run bulldozer over Ram temple if voted to power: PM Modi
Asserting that his government is going to score a hat-trick, Modi said in the new government, he has to take many big decisions for the poor, youth, women and farmers, and for that he has come here to seek the blessings of the people of Barabanki and Mohanlalganj.
Bundelkhand battleground: How is BJP combating anti-incumbency here
Bundelkhand: Amidst murmurs of anti-incumbency in Bundelkhand, the BJP is deploying a unique strategy centred around ration distribution and effective governance to maintain its stronghold in the region. With projects like Har Ghar Nal and Bundelkhand Industrial Development Authority (BIDA) gaining traction, the BJP aims to counter opposition challenges and secure victory in the upcoming elections.
Don't have children of my own, working for future of your kids: PM Modi at Etawah rally
PM criticized SP and Congress for dynastic politics, emphasizing a future-focused approach. He contrasted their motives with his inclusive vision for India, aiming to break the royal family tradition and empower all citizens.
Team SP-Congress and BJP united in thought, at least in this UP seat
In the Saharanpur Lok Sabha constituency of Uttar Pradesh, both the primary contenders—the Samajwadi Party-Congress alliance and the BJP—are apprehensive about the potential polarization of voters. The BJP has nominated Raghav Lakhanpal Sharma, who previously contested from the same constituency in 2019 without success. This time, the party is banking on the belief that the presence of BSP's Majid Ali in the race will diminish the likelihood of Muslim votes consolidating in favor of Congress-SP alliance candidate
Congress insulted Lord Ram by refusing invite for 'pran pratishtha' ceremony: PM Modi
Addressing an election rally here, Modi also said the Congress is immersed in the swamp of appeasement and that "owing to the pressure of appeasement", the Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP) are opposing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) as well.
After failed BSP experiment in 2019, SP pins hope on Congress tie-up to stop BJP juggernaut in UP
The upcoming general election in Uttar Pradesh could bring surprising results, especially with the SP-BSP alliance replaced by the SP-Congress pact under the INDIA bloc. In 2019, the BJP and allies won 73 out of 80 Lok Sabha seats, with the opposition parties winning only 16. Despite some anti-incumbency sentiments, the saffron party dominated in 2019, winning 62 seats, with additional wins by ally Apna Dal (Sonelal). The western part of UP was a stronghold for the BJP, while the central region includes Congress bastions like Amethi and Rae Bareli.
Lok Sabha Polls 2024: BJP's two ploys for two states
However, BJP did not hesitate to easily break its alliance with JJP, a party like RLD in Haryana. While BJP shared two seats with RLD, including Baghpat which it won last time, it was not willing to accommodate an ally of over last four years, JJP, in the neighbouring state by giving it two Lok Sabha seats which it was seeking.
SP-Congress spat: UPCC president hits back at Akhilesh Yadav
Akhilesh Yadav, the chief of the Samajwadi Party (SP), criticized the Congress for not sharing seats in the Madhya Pradesh assembly polls. In response, UPCC president Ajay Rai stated that the SP cannot blame his party as they released their list of candidates before the Congress, benefiting the BJP by contesting separately.
BJP’s huge win in Uttar Pradesh brings profit for the bookies as well
The bookies were giving the lowest odds against BJP winning at least 180 seats in UP and highest odds for SP-Congress forming a majority.
Samajwadi Party nominee Gayatri Prajapati is a threat to Akhilesh's clean image
While campaigning in the constituency , a seemingly embarrassed Akhilesh didn't name Prajapati even once but sought support for his party
Opposition disturbed after SP-Congress alliance: Akhilesh Yadav
Akhilesh said PM Narendra Modi claims no work has been done by the SP govenrment, whereas the best roads in the country are in the state.
SP-Congress alliance will continue for 2019 Lok Sabha polls: Ghulam Nabi Azad
When asked whether BSP will be part of this grand alliance, Azad said that they are asking all the secular parties to come together and fight the saffron party.
UP Elections 2017: Muzaffarnagar’s favourite (non-contesting) Muslim politician
Ali, moderately unruff led, explains how most Muslims in Muzaffarnagar will indeed vote for the SP-Congress alliance, leaving Mayawati’s BSP in the lurch.
Para-military forces at all polling centres in Muzaffarnagar
Fifty companies of para-military forces have arrived here to ensure that free and fair polls are conducted at all the 887 poling centres, District Magistrate D K Singh said.
Narendra Modi attacks Akhilesh Yadav, urges voters to end 'vikas ka vanvas'
In his nearly 45-minute address, Modi, who represents Varanasi in Lok Sabha, attacked the Akhilesh-led government on several fronts, including law and order.
With less than a week to go for UP elections, communal and casteist propaganda has reached a crescendo
ET Magazine travelled to three pockets in UP — of Muslims, Dalits and upper-caste Hindus — to gauge the fervour on the ground.
Will not campaign for SP-Congress alliance: Mulayam Singh Yadav
Congress ruled the country for a long time and made it laggard. We always fought against Congress, said Mulayam Singh Yadav.
Stalemate persists over SP-Congress alliance in UP
According to Congress sources, Babbar, who flew in here this afternoon, was likely to have a one-on-one meeting with the chief minister and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav.
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