UTTARAKHAND ELECTION 2022 RESULTS
Congress, Trinamool gain in first bypolls after Lok Sabha election
In bypolls across seven states, Congress and TMC won four seats each, BJP two, AAP, DMK, and an independent one each. Congress won in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, strengthening Sukhu's position; Ashish Sharma won BJP's seat. Independent LJP’s Shankar Singh won in Bihar. DMK took Vikravandi. JD(U) faced setback. Passed MLA Sarwat Karim Ansari's seat in Manglaur.
Uttarakhand bypolls: With victories in Badrinath and Manglaur, Congress gets fresh chance to boost morale of its workers
Congress secures victories in Badrinath and Manglaur assembly by-polls in Uttarakhand, maintaining its stronghold in the region. The win in Badrinath is seen as a strategic move to retain the seat and counter the BJP's candidate. With a significant margin, Congress's nominee Lakhpat Singh Butola emerges as the clear winner. In Manglaur, Congress's narrow victory indicates a competitive race in the constituency. Despite BJP's efforts, the results favor Congress, showcasing a balanced political landscape in the state. The outcomes of these by-polls reflect the ongoing political dynamics in Uttarakhand.
Assembly bypolls results: INDIA bloc clinches 10 seats; BJP wins 2 and an independent candidate wins in Bihar
The INDIA Bloc has won 13 assembly seats in the bypoll elections held across seven states, including Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Himachal Pradesh. The Congress, TMC, AAP, and DMK parties fielded candidates. The opposition parties won 10 seats, while the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) only managed to win two.
France's Macron keeps prime minister in place for 'stability of the country' after chaotic election
French President Emmanuel Macron has asked Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to remain in office for the time being to ensure stability in the country. Attal had previously offered his resignation, but is prepared to stay as a caretaker.
France election gives leftists most seats over far right, but leaves hung parliament and deadlock
The results showed just over 180 seats for the New Popular Front leftist coalition, which placed first, ahead of Macron’s centrist alliance, with more than 160 seats. Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally and its allies were restricted to third place, although their more than 140 seats were still way ahead of the party’s previous best showing — 89 seats in 2022.
Corporate France braces for new era of political turmoil
France's business elite is concerned about political volatility, street protests, and potential bankruptcies as the country heads into a parliamentary election. Executives meeting in Provence fear the far right and left may undo President Macron's pro-business reforms. The rise of inexperienced leaders and uncertain economic outlook are adding to their anxiety.
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New UK government faces tough economic challenge
The Labour government in Britain has pledged to grow the economy following a landslide election victory over the Conservatives. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has promised investment in key areas such as health and education but also stressed the need to balance the books. The centre-left Labour administration, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, aims to avoid a repeat of October 2022, when the then-Conservative government's proposed unfunded tax cuts spooked markets and tanked the pound.
UK Elections 2024 Result: How Keir Starmer's 400-paar feat for Labour party will impact India-Britain relations
UK Elections 2024: The likely change in UK government leadership raises questions about its impact on policies, particularly concerning India, a crucial trade partner currently negotiating a free trade agreement (FTA). Both the Conservatives and the Labour Party have prioritized finalizing an FTA with India, with the Conservative manifesto emphasizing a broader strategic partnership encompassing technology and defence.
India-UK FTA: Dynamics set to change after Starmer-led Labour Party's election victory?
India-UK FTA: Keir Starmer's Labour Party is poised to end the 14-year Conservative Party rule in the UK, with Starmer set to become the next Prime Minister. The change in government is expected to have minimal impact on India-UK relations, particularly concerning the Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Starmer's manifesto pledges to pursue a "new strategic partnership" with India, focusing on finalizing the FTA, marking a departure from previous Labour Party stances. Despite the anticipated shift, the specific timelines for concluding the FTA remain uncertain.
Rishi Sunak's historic journey to becoming UK's first Prime Minister of Indian heritage
Rishi Sunak has made history as the first Prime Minister of Indian heritage in the UK. Rising from Chancellor during the COVID pandemic, he navigated economic challenges but faced party scandals. Despite his achievements, anti-incumbency sentiments prevail. Sunak's family background, values, and dedication to public service shape his leadership.
Expected better poll results in Delhi & Punjab: AAP's Sandeep Pathak
AAP's national general secretary Sandeep Pathak expressed disappointment over the party's performance in Delhi and Punjab in the recent Lok Sabha elections.
INDIA bloc's regional allies outdo Congress in putting check on BJP
As the opposition INDIA bloc leaders analysed election results, they acknowledged that the regional allies played a key role in denying BJP a majority, while Congress struggled in direct battles with BJP. The grand old party relied on defeating smaller parties and high-performing allies. Stellar performances by key allies like SP, AITMC, SS, NCP, and DMK were crucial in countering BJP's dominance, with Congress performing better in states where BJP was weaker.
BJP's caste strategy put back on table in Uttar Pradesh
Following a loss in the Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP is reviewing its caste strategy in the state by promoting leaders from non-Yadav backward castes, EBCs, and SCs. Prominent figures like Keshav Prasad Maurya, Swatantra Dev Singh, and Bhupendra Chaudhary have been key in securing votes from specific caste groups. Despite these efforts, some leaders like Sanjeev Balyan faced defeats, while alliances with parties like RLD showed mixed results in the recent polls.
New-age stocks recover post poll results; Ixigo IPO launch
A day after election results, shares of new-age companies like Zomato and Delhivery made a sharp recovery on the bourses. A look at the numbers and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Stray cattle, price rise, paper leaks: UP BJP leaders point to reasons for poor performance
Allegations were also levelled by an MLA against CM Yogi Adityanath for favouring his own Thakur caste wherein the MLA said that legislators belonging to the Thakur caste, even those of other parties or outsiders received great treatment from the CM, while inputs and suggestions of local MLAs and MPs from other castes were disregarded by him. Another MLA also suggested that the contentious Agnipath scheme should be reviewed and the old pension scheme should also be brought back. It was also felt that the party wrongly judged that the Modi factor and national pride plank would cause voters to ignore the other pressing issues.
'40 out of 40' win will help lead the nation: DMK chief M K Stalin
The DMK and its allies' sweeping victory in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, winning all 40 seats, marks a significant step towards safeguarding constitutional principles, according to Chief Minister M K Stalin. The results reflect a rejection of the BJP's 'communal' politics, especially in Uttar Pradesh. Stalin credited the victory to the hard work of party workers and the people's rejection of divisive forces. The win, he believes, signals a resurgence of democracy and a blow to autocracy, particularly against attempts to politicize spiritual beliefs.
Election Results 2024: Key takeaways from the Lok Sabha polls
As the results have trickled in for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, they revealed that the NDA has a lead on 295 seats while the INDIA opposition bloc gains on 235. The BJP leads with 241 seats, relying heavily on its NDA partners for a majority. Despite setbacks, BJP's vote share improves slightly. Regional parties make significant gains in various states, and the Congress shows a strong resurgence, largely attributed to Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra.
Election Result 2024: Narendra Modi-led NDA wins world's largest elections, but there's a lot to brood over
Election Result 2024: The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is struggling to achieve the 400-seat target set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. Falling short of the 272-seat majority mark, the BJP will need support from key allies like Chandrababu Naidu's TDP and Nitish Kumar's JD(U) to form the next government. Unemployment, inflation, inequality, farmers' protests, and concerns over a repressive government are major challenges for the new NDA coalition government.
AAP humare hai kaun?: What does future hold for jailed Kejriwal in Delhi, Punjab
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's credibility faces a challenge in the national capital and Punjab post Lok Sabha elections. AAP's campaign focused on promises like free electricity and government schools, with a referendum on Kejriwal's arrest in the liquor policy case.
Why should reforms now be a problem? Freebies, promised or delivered, didn’t work. Labour, trade, education & privatisation reforms await
Voters in the recent election have sent a clear message: they value responsible spending over freebies. At the national level, the NDA government, despite a reduced majority, was preferred over a challenger promising unattainable giveaways. Similarly, in Andhra Pradesh, the incumbent government, known for excessive freebies, faced a resounding defeat. The takeaway for future governments is to spend taxpayer money judiciously, prioritizing essential functions like infrastructure, education, health, and defence.
Naidu and Nitish, BJP's slippery partners, emerge as kingmakers
As the BJP struggles to reach the majority mark in the Lok Sabha elections, allies TDP and JD(U) in Andhra Pradesh and Bihar emerge as potential kingmakers. Both parties have had tumultuous relationships with the BJP, adding uncertainty to the outcome and potentially impacting Modi's government and its agenda.
Will Palturam Nitish Kumar play musical chairs once again? Here is a list of his half a dozen U-turns
Nitish Kumar, Janata Dal United (JDU) chief and Bihar Chief Minister, has drawn attention as the opposition INDIA alliance won 233 seats, just 40 short of a majority. Known for his frequent alliance changes, earning him the nickname 'Paltu Kumar,' his shifting loyalties have significantly impacted Bihar and national politics. His future moves ahead of the 2024 elections are keenly watched.
Srinagar Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Aga Ruhullah vs Wahid Para, who's winning?
Srinagar, a Lok Sabha constituency in Jammu and Kashmir, saw Farooq Abdullah winning in 2019 with 57.14% of votes. The constituency's demographic makeup is predominantly Muslim at 95%.
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.
Modi plans post-election reforms to rival Chinese manufacturing
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is planning business-friendly measures if he secures a third term, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing by easing labor regulations, offering subsidies, and reducing import taxes. Modi's vision includes creating industrial zones to attract global firms, but challenges remain with restrictive labor laws, land acquisition, and high import tariffs. His reelection campaign emphasizes economic development and positioning India as a manufacturing hub.
"Useless talk...,": Prashant Kishor calls out 'fake journalists', social media experts post exit poll results
Prashant Kishor posted on X, "Next time when there is talk of elections and politics, do not waste your valuable time on useless talks and analysis of idle fake journalists, loudmouth politicians and self-proclaimed experts of social media."
Exit Poll 2024 Results: Key trends decoded ahead of LS poll results on June 4
Exit polls for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections predict a significant victory for Narendra Modi and the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Despite falling short of the ambitious '400 paar' target, the NDA is expected to secure a comfortable majority with over 350 seats. Meanwhile, the opposition INDIA bloc is projected to receive less than 150 seats, highlighting a weak performance. The final results, due on June 4, could still surprise.
Looking for stocks to buy before election result? Insiders scanning these 5 sectors
Investors are looking at sectors like capital goods, defense, and real estate for growth opportunities post-election. The focus is on infrastructure development and capex growth in line with BJP's manifesto.
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.
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