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Lok Sabha polls: Voters queue up at polling booths in Delhi; President Murmu, Jaishankar, Puri, Atishi cast votes

Polling started for the seven Lok Sabha constituencies in Delhi on Saturday. People lined up outside booths throughout the city early in the morning to avoid the summer heat. Among the early morning voters were Union ministers S Jaishankar and Hardeep Singh Puri, Delhi Minister Atishi, outgoing East Delhi MP Gautam Gambhir, and candidates from various parties.

Lok Sabha Elections Phase 6: Voting underway for 58 seats; EAM Jaishankar, Hardeep Singh Puri among early voters

Ex-PM Manmohan Singh avails EC's home voting facility: Sources

Former prime minister Manmohan Singh, 91, cast his vote through postal ballot in Delhi for the Lok Sabha elections. He voted at his residence due to ill health.

SP goes all out to regain 'real fortress' Azamgarh from BJP

Azamgarh is indeed known as a political platform for SP to spread its foothold in eastern UP. But BJP grabbed it from SP in the June 2022 byelections after Akhilesh resigned as Lok Sabha MP from here following his win in the state assembly elections.

UP Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 5: BSP President Mayawati casts vote in Lucknow, says she is hopeful of change

UP Lok Sabha Polls 2024 Phase 5: In the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati emphasized the importance of development and welfare issues while casting her vote in Lucknow. She urged all political parties to prioritize these issues. Mayawati expressed hope for a change in power this election, noting the public's silent but observant demeanor. Over 8.95 crore voters across various states and union territories will decide the fate of 695 candidates. Key leaders such as Rahul Gandhi, Rajnath Singh, and others are contesting in this phase.

"It's a moment of pride to participate in an election of 140 crore people," says RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das after casting vote in Mumbai

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das and Union Minister Piyush Goyal participated in the fifth phase of voting for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 in Mumbai. The voting process began at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm, with those in line still allowed to vote. The Election Commission of India (ECI) reported that over 8.95 crore voters, including 4.69 crore males, 4.26 crore females, and 5409 third-gender electors, will decide the fate of 695 candidates in the fifth phase.

Mumbai records low voter turnout despite celebrity presence

Several Bollywood celebrities and industrialists made their way to polling booths to cast their votes and encourage Mumbai residents to do the same. Notable figures such as Union Minister Piyush Goyal, industrialist Anil Ambani, and actor Akshay Kumar voted early in the day. Later, film industry stars like Paresh Rawal, Shahid Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rajkumar Rao, Janhvi Kapoor, Anupam Kher, and Manoj Bajpayee were seen at various polling stations across the city. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and star batter Suryakumar Yadav also cast their votes, along with expectant parents Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh.

UP: Re-election recommended, departmental action on polling party after video of youth casting multiple votes goes viral

Re-election recommended to Election Commission at Aliganj village in Farrukhabad Lok Sabha constituency after a youth was caught casting multiple votes. Suspension and departmental action taken on polling party.

Lok Sabha Elections Phase 5: Ranveer-Deepika, Akshay Kumar, Shaktikanta Das cast votes

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar was among the early voters to exercise his franchise at a polling booth in Mumbai, as the fifth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra commenced on Monday. This was the first time the actor voted in elections after getting his Indian passport. After casting his vote, Kumar addressed the media, stating, "I want my India to be developed and strong. I voted keeping that in mind. India should vote for what they deem is right...I think voter turnout will be good."

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Anil Ambani, actor Akshay Kumar among notable personalities to cast vote in phase 5

The fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 has begun, with notable personalities like Anil Ambani and Akshay Kumar casting their votes. The polls will decide the fate of 695 candidates in 49 constituencies across six states and two union territories. Key contests include those in Amethi and Raebareli, traditional Congress strongholds in Uttar Pradesh. Union Minister Piyush Goyal and actor Farhan Akhter also cast their votes.

EC orders swift action after Rahul and oppn leaders share video of youth allegedly casting eight votes for BJP candidate

Opposition shares video of youth voting for BJP candidate multiple times, prompting Election Commission of India, Uttar Pradesh to direct action. Congress, INDIA bloc, Rahul Gandhi criticize BJP for pressuring government machinery. Akhilesh Yadav warns election duty officers to uphold constitutional responsibility. Akhilesh Yadav calls out Election Commission for inaction. Akhilesh Yadav labels BJP's booth committee as a loot committee.

Will get more votes owing to those allegations: Brij Bhushan Singh

Brij Bhushan Singh, the Bharatiya Janata Party leader, has expressed confidence in his son Karan Singh's victory from the Kaisarganj Lok Sabha seat, despite allegations of sexual harassment by women wrestlers. Singh believes his party will gain more votes despite these allegations. He also praised his son's mannerisms, discipline, and sportsmanship. Singh also predicted that the Narendra Modi government will come to power for the third time with a large majority, despite distractions.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his wife cast their vote in Lucknow, urge citizens to participate

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, along with his wife, cast their votes in Lucknow during the Lok Sabha elections, stressing the importance of voter turnout and expressing confidence in the NDA's aim to secure 400 seats.

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.

Former PM Manmohan Singh, BJP stalwart LK Advani cast votes from home

According to the data shared by the office, 1409 voters cast their ballots from the comfort of their homes across all seven parliamentary constituencies in Delhi on Friday, which was the second day of the facility being started. The West Delhi constituency reported the highest number of home votes, with 348 voters participating. Among them, 299 were elderly individuals.

Hamirpur voters accuse sitting BJP MP of barely visiting constituency, say 'Modi ji ke representative hai toh jitana padega'

Locals in Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur expressed dissatisfaction with BJP MP Kunwar Pushpendra Singh Chandel for lack of availability and interaction, yet said they would vote for him as he is seen as a representative of PM Modi and Yogi Adityanath. Chandel aims for a third win in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections against Samajwadi Party's Ajendra Lodhi and BSP's Nirdosh Dixit.

Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, wife cast vote in Hyderabad

Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and his wife Usha Naidu cast their votes for the fourth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections at a polling booth in Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills on Monday.

Unnao: Will it be a hatrick for BJP's Sakshi Maharaj?

The BJP's incumbent two-term MP Sakshi Maharaj is facing a spirited fight from former Congress MP from Unnao Annu Tandon for a third time, but this time as SP candidate. Originally from Kasganj, he won three Lok Sabha elections from Mathura and Farrukhabad, before being brought here in 2014, then winning on the back of almost en bloc support from the dominant Lodhi caste here as well as Nishads, combined with the Hindutva and Modi factor. But he has not been able to develop much of a positive reputation for himself in the past ten years. It is this 'Modi-Lodhi' factor that Tandon is challenging.

Arijit Singh arrives on a scooter to cast his vote, fans hail ‘humble king’

Singh opted for a relaxed attire, donning a blue T-shirt and jeans, while is wife, Koel appeared in a white salwar kameez. Additionally, the 'Kesariya Tera' singer proudly exhibited an inked finger to the public. As images of the 'Aashiqui 2' singer circulated widely on the internet, numerous netizens commended his down-to-earth demeanor and simplicity.

Digvijaya Singh alleges foul play in Bhopal, says '11 votes cast, but EVM showing 50…'

PM Modi casts vote in Gujarat, says everyone should vote in large numbers and celebrate the festival of democracy

As the third phase of voting began for the 18th Lok Sabha polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi casted his vote at Nishan Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad. Sporting a white kurta-pyjama paired with a saffron-colored half jacket, PM Modi accompanied Amit Shah to the voting booth. Along the way, he paused to greet onlookers, even signing a sketch of himself. Additionally, PM Modi took a photograph with a young girl outside the polling booth located at Nishan Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad.

"Ye chutti ka nahi duty ka din hai": Delhi LG VK Saxena urges people to cast their vote

Gujarat Elections 2024: Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena appealed to voters in Gujarat's Ahmedabad to participate in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing that voting is a duty, not a holiday. He highlighted the importance of voting to ensure a strong government and urged people to vote in large numbers. Meanwhile, Saxena recently recommended an NIA probe against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for allegedly receiving political funding from banned terrorist organization "Sikhs for Justice." The third phase of polling for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories, including Gujarat, took place on Tuesday.

Phase 3: 93 seats across 10 states and a UT head to elections

Voting for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections will take place on Tuesday, covering 93 seats across 10 states and a Union Territory. The BJP has won 72 out of 94 seats in 2019, making this phase crucial for the party. The remaining 25 seats of Gujarat will go to polls, with BJP winning all 26 seats in the last two elections.