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Mahua Moitra vs Rekha Sharma: TMC MP's 'holding boss' pajamas' dig at NCW chief sparks row
NCW chief Rekha Sharma visited Hathras to meet the women injured in the tragic stampede that claimed 121 lives. Videos surfaced showing Sharma at the site with someone holding an umbrella for her. Reacting to one such post, Mahua Moitra tweeted, "She’s too busy holding up her boss's pajamas," targeting Sharma, who is often accused of working in favour of the BJP-led NDA government. Rekha Sharma responded to Moitra's remarks by calling her a "troll." "She is not interested in her work but just trolling people, and I don't give my time to trollers," Sharma said.
How pending oath of seven MPs could impact Lok Sabha Speaker election
The Lok Sabha Speaker election is scheduled for today, June 26, but there is a notable issue as seven Members of Parliament (MPs) have not taken their oath. Five of these MPs belong to the Opposition, and two are independents, which will prevent them from participating in the election, potentially weakening the Opposition's influence.
2019 Vs 2024: Where all did BJP lose ground?
In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP-led NDA is struggling to reach 300 seats, with BJP likely missing the majority mark of 272. The BJP's earlier dominance in 2014, which ended decades of coalition politics, is not replicated. Key states showing significant declines for BJP include Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Rajasthan. In Uttar Pradesh, BJP's seats dropped from 62 to 36, while West Bengal saw a decrease from 18 to 12. Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Rajasthan also reported notable losses for the BJP compared to 2019.
0.8% vs 1.8%: The number game behind BJP's failure in '400-paar' and Congress' success in '200-paar'
NDA's failure to achieve its '400-paar' mark, coupled with the INDIA alliance crossing the 200-mark, indicates a shift in grassroots sentiments, particularly evident in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Despite contesting more seats this time, the BJP experienced a decline in vote share, contrasting with the Congress, which saw an increase compared to the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. Despite securing 36.53 percent of the total votes polled, the BJP fell short of the magic figure of 272, marking a slight decrease of about 0.8 percent.
Lok Sabha polls 2024: Hema Malini gets 3rd term in Mathura, newcomers Kangana, Govil also emerge victorious
Indian film stars Kangana Ranaut, Arun Govil, Hema Malini, Manoj Tiwari, and Ravi Kishan shine in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The country also held assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim.
Kolkata North, Kolkata South West Bengal Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Sudip Bandyopadhyay vs Tapas Roy & Mala Roy vs Saira Shah Halim, who are winning?
Sudip Bandyopadhyay, 75, representing the Trinamool Congress, faces internal strife within his party despite holding the Kolkata North seat since 2009. The departure of long-time loyalist Tapas Roy to the BJP highlighted tensions within the party. In Kolkata North, Bandyopadhyay secured victory in 2019 with a significant margin. Kolkata Dakshin Lok Sabha constituency witnessed notable candidates from major political factions in the recent elections.
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Jadavpur Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Saayoni Ghosh vs Anirban Ganguly, who's winning in this TMC bastion?
Jadavpur Lok Sabha Election Results: The Jadavpur constituency holds significant importance for the Trinamool Congress (TMC) as it symbolizes the political rise of a young Mamata Banerjee and serves as a battleground where TMC has maintained a winning streak since 2009. In the 2019 elections, Mimi Chakraborty of TMC secured the seat with a substantial margin, yet recent local elections saw TMC's loss in Bhangore, previously a stronghold. Now, TMC has nominated Saayoni Ghosh to contest from Jadavpur, facing competition from CPI(M)'s Srijan Bhattacharya and BJP's Anirban Ganguly.
Baharampur Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury vs Yusuf Pathan, Who will conquer Baharampur?
The Behrampur Lok Sabha constituency in West Bengal's Murshidabad District emerges as a crucial battleground in the upcoming elections. The contest features a notable faceoff between TMC's Yusuf Pathan, a former cricketer venturing into politics for the first time, and veteran MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, who has held the seat since 1999. Pathan, exuding confidence, sees himself as the harbinger of change for the people of Behrampur.
Will Modi equal Nehru’s record? These 4 states may hold the key
An analysis based on the 100-200-243 analogy dividing states into three categories – where BJP has not made a mark yet, where BJP is in a direct contest with Congress, and where BJP is locked in battles with regional parties – four states emerge swing states
TMC's stronghold south Bengal faces 'old vs new' battle amid spotlight on Sandeshkhali
As south Bengal gears up for the final phase of Lok Sabha polls, TMC faces a tough battle against BJP and Left-Congress alliance. Key contests in Basirhat and Kolkata Uttar will influence TMC's stronghold in the region. High-stakes battles include Abhishek Banerjee in Diamond Harbour, while minority-dominated Basirhat sees a three-way contest. Security measures have been heightened for the crucial polling day on June 1.
Lok Sabha Elections: In India's political landscape, tensions among states are most dangerous divide
India's weeks-long election is reaching its conclusion as the remaining 164 of 543 constituencies in the lower house of parliament vote by June 1. The focus has been on religious and caste divides, but tensions between Indian states are prominent. Regional parties are leading opposition to the BJP, with concerns of power imbalances and federalism threats. The next government faces challenges in managing growing regional tensions and maintaining national unity. The BJP's dominance and regional alliances will shape India's political landscape in the coming years.
Assam Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase-3 Dhubri, Kokrajhar, Barpeta, Gauhati seats on May 7: Check party-wise candidates, other details
Assam Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase-3: In the upcoming third phase of Assam's Lok Sabha Elections on May 7, 61 candidates, including sitting MPs, former MPs, ministers, and MLAs, vie for victory. Key battles include contests in Silchar, Karimganj, Nagaon, and Darrang-Udalguri. Meanwhile, the first phase saw a robust voter turnout of 78.25 percent across five constituencies. With diverse candidates and intense campaigning, Assam's electoral landscape is primed for a dynamic contest.
In West Bengal's Asansol, it's TMC's 'Bihari Babu' vs BJP's 'Sardarji'
The Asansol Lok Sabha constituency in West Bengal, known for its mining and industrial belt, faces key issues like reopening closed factories, tackling drinking water scarcity in rural areas, and curbing illegal mining in abandoned collieries. The region, with a significant Hindi-speaking population, will see a contest between TMC's Shatrughan Sinha, BJP's Surendrajeet Singh Ahluwalia, and CPI(M)'s Jahanara Khan. Sinha, confident of retaining the seat, highlights his commitment to the constituency. Khan criticizes the lack of action by previous MPs on local issues.
Congress releases 3rd list of Lok Sabha poll candidates; Adhir re-nominated from Berhampore
Congress released 3rd list of 56 Lok Sabha candidates on Thursday. In its third list, the Congress declared candidates for two seats in Arunachal Pradesh, 11 in Gujarat, 17 in Karnataka, seven in Maharashtra, five in Rajasthan, five in Telangana, eight in West Bengal and one in Puducherry. Former Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Nabam Tuki has been fielded from Arunachal West. In Gujarat, the party has named Sonal Patel from Gandhinagar, Prabhaben Taviyad from Dahod (ST) and Nilesh Kumbani from Surat, among others.
Gangetic plains, Midnapore hold key to Lok Sabha polls in Bengal
Intense political battle in West Bengal as Mamata Banerjee's TMC faces BJP in crucial regions like Gangetic Plains, Midnapore, Jalpaiguri, and Matua belt. Factors like SC/ST candidates, district dynamics, and key leaders play significant roles.
Yusuf Pathan vs Adhir Ranjan: TMC announces candidates for Bengal polls; No alliance with Congress
Trinamool Congress names former cricketer Yusuf Pathan as its candidate from Baharampur, a Congress stronghold in Bengal. Despite being part of the INDIA alliance, there is no formal alliance between the Trinamool and Congress in the state. Congress seeks a respectable seat-sharing agreement, emphasizing the need for negotiations.
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