lok sabha elections 2024

BJP dominates UP by-polls, wrests Kundarki, Katehri; RLD retains Mirapur

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) emerged strong in the latest by-poll results spanning 15 states.

Hemant Soren’s wife Kalpana Soren shows her confidence during final phase of Jharkhand assembly elections

NEW DELHI: The final phase of the Jharkhand Assembly elections concluded successfully, registering an impressive voter turnout of 61.47% by 3 PM. This decisive phase will shape the state’s political landscape, with employment, corruption, and governance as central campaign themes. Kalpana Soren, JMM candidate from Gandey and wife of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, who voted […]

Jharkhand Election 2024: Critical phase concludes amid high stakes

NEW DELHI: The second and final phase of the Jharkhand Assembly elections concluded on Wednesday, with voter turnout reflecting active public participation. A total of 1.23 crore eligible voters, including 60.79 lakh women, cast their votes across 14,218 polling stations. This phase covered 38 constituencies in 12 districts, setting the stage for results on November […]

With 68% voter turnout recorded Jharkhand’s final election phase concludes

NEW DELHI: The second and final phase of Jharkhand’s assembly elections concluded on Wednesday with a strong voter turnout of 68%, marking a significant step in determining the state’s political future. Voting took place across 38 constituencies in 12 districts, with a total of 1.23 crore eligible voters, including 60.79 lakh women and 147 third-gender […]

Key political leaders cast votes in Jharkhand’s final phase election

NEW DELHI: The second phase of the Jharkhand Assembly election witnessed active participation from political leaders and citizens. BJP state president and Rajdhanwar candidate Babulal Marandi voted in his native village, Kodaibank, Giridih district. Confident of a BJP-led alliance victory, Marandi highlighted the electorate’s focus on addressing issues like employment, law and order, corruption, and […]

“Majority Bangladesh-origin people voted for Congress” claims Assam CM Himanta

Sarma accused the minority community, particularly those of Bangladesh-origin, of voting en masse for the Congress despite the development work done by the BJP-led governments at both the Centre and state levels.

Rahul Gandhi: ‘Sad but consoled’ on giving up Wayanad

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi thanked the people of Wayanad for their love and support in his letter. He wrote, “When I faced abuse day by day, your unconditional love supported me. You were my refuge, my home, and my family. I never felt for even a moment that you have doubted me.”

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina to embark on state visit to India

The visit, which takes precedence over her planned trip to China in July, signals a potential shift in Dhaka’s foreign policy. It also follows closely on the heels of her last visit to India on June 9 for Modi’s swearing-in ceremony, making it her third trip to India since September 2023.

Rahul Gandhi to retain Rae Bareli, Priyanka Gandhi to contest from Wayanad

Rahul Gandhi, expressing his deep connection with both Rae Bareli and Wayanad, stated, "I have an emotional connection with both constituencies. I was an MP from Wayanad for the last five years and I thank the people for their love and support. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will fight from Wayanad, but I will also periodically visit. Rae Bareli has been close to my heart, and I am happy to represent them again, although it was a tough decision."

PM Modi to release Rs 20,000 Cr under PM-KISAN scheme during Varanasi visit

After taking charge of the country for the third time, this is the first time PM Modi will visit 'Kashi'.This visit marks the release of the 17th installment of the scheme, benefiting approximately 9.26 crore farmers across India. The announcement was made by Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, during a press conference on Saturday.