VOTING IN TWO PHASE
Vote for BJP if you want hefty power bills: Arvind Kejriwal targets BJP
Ahead of Delhi's assembly elections, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal urges voters to choose his party for zero electricity bills, while accusing BJP of planning to end power subsidies. BJP's Parvesh Verma counters with allegations of AAP distributing money for votes in slum areas. The elections will take place on February 5 with results on February 8.
Israeli security cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal
Israel's security cabinet approved a ceasefire and hostage release deal set to commence this weekend, halting the conflict in Gaza. The agreement includes the release of hostages taken by Hamas and the release of Palestinian prisoners. Despite ongoing Israeli strikes, mediators from Qatar, the US, and Egypt facilitated the deal. The ceasefire coincides with Donald Trump's upcoming inauguration.
Delhi election manifesto by BJP launched: Party promises to continue welfare schemes in national capital
BJP unveiled its Sankalp Patra Part - I manifesto for the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025. Prominent candidates include Dushyant Gautam, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Arvinder Singh Lovely, Parvesh Verma, and Ramesh Bidhuri. The election features a three-way contest between AAP, BJP, and Congress. Voting is on February 5; results will be declared on February 8.
Don't fall for empty promises, cast votes after careful consideration: Mayawati urges Delhi Voters
Mayawati, the chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), urges Delhi voters to carefully consider their votes, warning against being influenced by the unfulfilled promises of Congress, BJP, and Aam Aadmi Party. She emphasizes BSP's commitment to public welfare and calls for a free and fair election free from hate speech and manipulations.
2024: Govt moves ahead with simultaneous polls plan; India holds largest democratic exercise
India set a world record with 64.2 crore voters participating in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Significant electoral reforms included a bill for simultaneous Lok Sabha and state assembly polls. Allegations and challenges related to heat-related issues, fairness, and electronic voting machines emerged during the lengthy electoral process.
Assembly Elections 2024: Maharashtra voter turnout at 62%, Jharkhand at 68%
Voter Turnout in Maharashtra, Jharkhand Election: Voting for all 288 Maharashtra assembly seats and the remaining 38 Jharkhand constituencies took place on Wednesday, with results expected on November 23. As of 3 pm, Maharashtra's voter turnout neared 50%, while Jharkhand reached 61.4%.
Voting begins for 38 seats in 2nd phase of Jharkhand assembly polls
The second and final phase of Jharkhand assembly elections for 38 seats is underway, with over 1.23 crore voters eligible to cast their ballots. Key figures, including Chief Minister Hemant Soren, are in the running. The polling will determine whether the ruling JMM-led alliance retains power or the BJP-led opposition gains control.
Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: Here is how to verify your name on ECI voter list and find your polling station online
Maharashtra Assembly Elections: Maharashtra gears up for a single-phase Assembly election on November 20, with the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance facing off against the opposition MVA. Over 97 million eligible voters will decide the fate of 4,136 candidates vying for 288 seats. The Election Commission urges voters to verify their details and polling stations in advance.
Jharkhand Election Phase 1 Voter Turnout: Total turnout stands at 65.92% Lohardaga leads with 73.2%
Voting for the first phase of assembly elections in Jharkhand and bypolls in 11 states, including the high-profile Wayanad parliamentary seat in Kerala, concluded with a voter turnout of 65.92%. Key candidates like Champai Soren and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, making her electoral debut, are contesting in this phase. The remaining phases of polling will be held in the coming weeks.
Maharashtra to vote on November 20 in single-phase election; Jharkhand's two-phase polling set for November 13 and 20
Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections will be held in November. Maharashtra voters will vote in a single-phase election, while Jharkhand will have two phases. The elections will set the stage for a major political showdown between rival coalitions. Counting will take place on November 23, determining the political future of both states.
Jharkhand election date 2024: Voting in two phase on November 13 and 20; results on November 23
The Election Commission has announced the dates for Jharkhand assembly elections, with the model code of conduct now in effect. The JMM-Congress alliance, led by Hemant Soren, will contest against the BJP. The current assembly term ends on January 5, 2025.
Maharashtra election dates announced: Voting in single phase on November 20, result on Nov 23
Maharashtra will witness a fierce electoral battle on November 20 between Maha Vikas Aghadi and Maha Yuti Alliance. Key dynamics include Uddhav vs Shinde within Shiv Sena, and a split within NCP between Sharad and Ajit Pawar, with BJP leveraging these divisions.
J&K Assembly Polls Phase 3: Voting begins for final phase in J&K; Sajad Lone, Lal Singh among key contenders
Voting for the final phase of the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections has begun. A total of 40 constituencies across the Jammu and Kashmir regions will decide the political fate of 415 candidates, marking the first election since Article 370's abrogation. With over 39 lakh voters eligible to cast their votes, comprehensive security and special facilities are in place to ensure smooth polling. Key contestants include several high-profile leaders, with results expected to shape the future political landscape of the region.
Terrorist killed in Jammu & Kashmir's Kathua, fresh encounter in Rajouri
A terrorist was killed in an ongoing operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, raising the death toll to two. The operation began after reports of foreign terrorists in the area. A policeman was killed and two officers injured during the encounter. Security measures are in place for upcoming polls.
More than 35,000 Kashmiri Pandits eligible for voting in first phase of elections in J-K
More than 35,000 displaced Kashmiri Pandits are eligible to vote at 24 polling stations in the first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. Polling will take place in 24 constituencies across seven districts, with tight security and special arrangements for elders, women, and voters with disabilities.
Last lap of the world's biggest election: India's poll marathon nears finish line
The seventh phase marks a grand finish to the world's largest polling marathon that began on the 19th of last month and has already covered six phases and 486 Lok Sabha seats. According to the Election Commission of India, over 10.06 crore electors including approximately 5.24 crore male, 4.82 crore female and 3574 third gender electors are expected to exercise their franchise.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 7: From Narendra Modi to Kangana Ranaut and Lalu Yadav's daughter, here are top contenders and battles
The final phase of the marathon voting process for the 18th Lok Sabha, spanning seven phases, is scheduled to conclude on Saturday, June 1. In this seventh phase, the fate of 904 candidates contesting across 57 constituencies in seven states and the Union Territory of Chandigarh will be decided. These include 13 seats each in Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, nine in West Bengal, eight in Bihar, six in Odisha, four in Himachal Pradesh, three in Jharkhand, and one in Chandigarh. Additionally, elections for 42 Assembly seats in Odisha are also scheduled to take place.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 voter turnout: 58.91% turnout recorded in phase 6 as of 7 pm
Phase 6 voter turnout: As of 7 PM, the sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections recorded a voter turnout of 58.91%, with West Bengal leading at 78.91% and Uttar Pradesh at the lowest with 43.95%. Voting started at 7 AM across 58 constituencies in six states and two Union Territories and will continue until 6 PM. This phase covers eight seats in Bihar, 10 in Haryana, one in Jammu and Kashmir, four in Jharkhand, seven in Delhi, six in Odisha, 14 in Uttar Pradesh, and eight in West Bengal, with 889 candidates contesting.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 6: Fate of 889 candidates across 58 seats will be sealed on May 25; Check constituencies and other key details
The political contest in the nation is approaching its conclusion as the sixth phase of Lok Sabha elections is slated for Saturday, May 25. This phase encompasses 58 constituencies spread across six states and two Union territories, notably including all seven seats in Delhi and the Jangal Mahal region in Bengal. In addition to the national capital, voting will take place on Saturday for 14 seats in Uttar Pradesh, all 10 seats in Haryana, eight seats each in Bihar and West Bengal, six seats in Odisha, four seats in Jharkhand, and one seat in Jammu and Kashmir. Concurrently, polling will be conducted for 42 assembly constituencies in Odisha.
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