Wayanad set to be three-way contest with entry of K Surendran

However, political analysts believe BJP’s K Surendran could shake things up by potentially drawing traditional Congress votes, bolstering CPI’s chances. “The BJP’s seriousness in every constituency signals a tough fight for Rahul Gandhi,” remarked Avinash Mohan, an environmentalist from Kalpetta.

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Chirag Paswan inherits Hajipur, transfers legacy to brother-in-law in Jamui

Hajipur, a stronghold represented by Chirag’s father, Ram Vilas Paswan, for nine terms, and later by his uncle Pashupati Kumar Paras in 2019, witnessed speculation regarding its candidate. However, Chirag Paswan emerged as the chosen successor to his father in Hajipur, leading to the search for a candidate in Jamui.

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Mahtab’s move from BJD to BJP may shift Odisha politics

Mahtab’s joining  BJP could provide a significant boost to the party’s prospects in Odisha. As a seasoned politician with a strong track record and grassroots connections, Mahtab’s inclusion may attract support from voters, particularly in key constituencies.

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Myanmar unrest exacerbates ethnic strife in Manipur

Seeking safety, they flee across the border into Manipur’s border town of Moreh. Police and paramilitary sources in Moreh confirm the ongoing immigration crisis from across the border despite the Government of India suspending the Free Movement Regime (FMR) to address the state’s ethnic strife.

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Thiruvananthapuram fate hinges on Vizhinjam, coastal concerns

In interactions with people in the area (sample size of 35 people, location: Valiyathura harbour), the Newindian team found that voters are visibly uninterested in exercising their franchise. It wouldn’t be a surprise if the majority of coastal Thiruvananthapuram marched to the polling booths to cast their vote for NOTA over the main candidates.

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PM Modi calls WB BJP candidate, promises to tackle corruption

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his commitment to combat corruption and uphold justice. PM Modi disclosed that he is actively exploring legal avenues to ensure that funds unlawfully obtained from the poor in West Bengal are returned to them through the assets and finances seized by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

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