West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday alleged that the Election Commission of India chalked out seven-phase polls to enable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet colleagues to carry out extensive campaigning using the nation's resources. Addressing a public meeting at Gajol in Malda district in support of Maldaha Uttar TMC candidate Prasun Banerjee, a former IPS officer, Mamata Banerjee, the party supremo, said polls have been scheduled from April 19 to June 1 so that Modi and his cabinet colleagues can travel on special planes across the country before every phase to «overwhelm the Opposition».

Jairam Ramesh mentions Elon Musk delaying India trip due to Tesla commitments. Musk faces challenges with Tesla's Model 2 and anticipates announcing investments in India. Previous meetings with PM Modi noted.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that some influential people in India and abroad are trying to kick him out of power. He mentioned this at a big public meeting, where he also talked about the struggles of mothers and sisters in taking care of their families. He assured the crowd that despite these challenges, he's still standing strong because of the support of women and his efforts to help them.

A WZ-7 Soaring Dragon drone of the Chinese People's Liberation Army was spotted flying in close proximity to the Philippines, ahead of preparations by the Southeast Asian country to receive the delivery of Indian BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, The Eurasian Times reported. According to the report, the distinctive joined-wing shape of the WZ-7 drone caught the attention of Raffy Tima, a correspondent for Philippine news organisation GMA News, as it traversed the skies over the West Philippine Sea, an area within the South China Sea to the northwest of the Philippines.

Hailing the enactment of the new criminal justice laws as a watershed moment for society, Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud on Saturday said India is set for a significant overhaul of its criminal justice system. Speaking at a conference here on 'India's Progressive Path in the Administration of Criminal Justice System', he said the new laws would be successful if those, who are in charge of implementing them, adapt to them.

Modi criticizes Sonia's move to Rajya Sabha from Lok Sabha, predicts Rahul losing in Wayanad. Congress lacks confidence in Lok Sabha elections, reflecting a shift in leadership dynamics.

AAP alleges conspiracy against Arvind Kejriwal in Tihar jail, denying insulin. Delhi health minister highlights multiple organ damage conspiracy. Enforcement Directorate accuses Kejriwal of high sugar intake. Senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi mentions medical bail and hospital shift.

Vijayan criticized Congress, accused UDF MPs of neglecting Kerala's interests, and questioned their silence on CAA. He also alleged Congress's involvement in the electoral bonds scam and links with DLF-Robert Vadra.

Missile defense is technically complex and expensive. It's almost like firing a bullet to deflect an incoming bullet. However, with the sheer operational criticality of air and missile defence systems reinforced by Israel and Iran's tit-for-tat attacks, India must significantly ramp up efforts to make its airspace as impenetrable as possible.

Most Gujaratis strive for commercial success, but Agriculture Produce Marketing Committee of Surat took it a step farther by building a mall and a five-star hotel on land acquired by the Gujarat government in the 1960s for the benefit of farmers. SC bench of Chandrachud and J B Pardiwala castigated Surat APMC for frittering away land meant for welfare of farmers.

SC's recent verdicts reshaped election laws, mandating CEC appointments by a 3-member panel, striking down electoral bonds scheme for political donors' anonymity, and emphasizing voter rights protection and transparency in poll funding.

During an election rally in MP's Damoh on Friday, PM Narendra Modi emphasized that amidst the «clouds of war» looming worldwide, India requires a government capable of operating with urgency and safeguarding the nation under all circumstances. He asserted that only a BJP government, securing a return to office with an absolute majority, can effectively undertake this crucial task.

Chandrashekhar Azad, a prominent figure contesting from Nagina, has stirred political discussions by challenging established parties. His background as a Dalit icon and advocate adds depth to his campaign, attracting support from diverse communities in the region.

In Itanagar, female voters were pleasantly surprised with sanitary napkins for voting, part of an initiative to boost participation and raise awareness about menstrual hygiene. The gesture was well-received despite low voter turnout.

Encouraging 63.5% turnout in the first phase of the 2024 general election across 102 Lok Sabha seats. Various states experienced unique voting incidents, and the Election Commission's efforts were evident in managing the process.

Isfahan experiences limited explosions as air defences engage infiltrators. Tehran refrains from retaliating, aiming to prevent region-wide war. Incident downplayed, no confirmed external attack. Iranian media, officials, and Reuters report.

Congress leader and candidate from Wayanad Rahul Gandhi captured public attention on Friday by addressing urgent problems of unemployment and poverty in a unique video featuring his pet dog on social media platform X. Gandhi criticizes Prime Minister Narendra Modi for high unemployment rates and pushing millions below the poverty line.