CEC Rajiv Kumar urges 16.63 crore electors to vote in 102 parliamentary constituencies. Emphasizes voting facilities, youth voters, observers, and transparent polling processes with precautions for summer heat and diverse staff management.
On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited with inhabitants of Giu village in Himachal Pradesh's Spiti district, following the area's first mobile network hookup. During the 13-minute phone call, PM Modi addressed his visit to the border region around Diwali and claimed that connecting the community to the cell network will accelerate the 'Digital India' program.
With 16.63 crore voters poised to decide the fate of 1625 candidates, India is prepared to begin the 2024 Lok Sabha elections with Phase 1 this Friday. The high-voltage electioneering for the largest Phase came to an end at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, when a 48-hour silent period began, according to the Model Code of Conduct.
DRDO successfully tested ITCM at ITR, Chandipur, showcasing low-altitude sea-skimming flight with indigenous propulsion and advanced avionics. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the team for the milestone in Indian defence R&D.
Indian embassy issued an update on the situation of Indians stranded in Dubai due to ongoing floods. The embassy said that it was in regular communication with airlines and authorities to aid stranded passengers. The consulate also said that it was in touch with the airlines to help the stranded passengers, and that the emergency numbers will continue working till normalcy is restored.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes media distortion, fights BJP daily, criticizes PM Modi. He highlights unequal wealth distribution and attacks on diversity. The upcoming election focuses on India's Constitution and democratic structure. BJP's attempts to change diversity are criticized.
Mamata Banerjee has accused BJP of instigating violence during Ram Navami celebrations in Murshidabad, claiming it was pre-planned. Eighteen people, including two minors and several police personnel, were injured and a number of shops damaged as violence erupted Wednesday evening after a Ram Navami procession went past a mosque in Beldanga town in West Bengal's Murshidabad district.
BJP accuses Congress of supporting Naxals for votes, criticizing security forces' actions. Shehzad Poonawalla highlights Congress' sympathy for Naxals. The encounter in Chhattisgarh reveals the ongoing battle against Left Wing Extremism.
The first phase of polls in five parliamentary constituencies--Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Lakhimpur, Sonitpur, and Kaziranga--will be held on April 19.
In Nagarhole Gadde Hadi, Jenu Kuruba tribe children benefit from a new anganwadi amid struggles for basic amenities. Thimma discusses welfare issues, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the community.
The third phase of voting for Lok Sabha election 2024 will be held on May 7. This phase will encompass 94 constituencies spread across 12 states. The Election Commission initiated this process following the issuance of a notification by the President's office. As per the directives, April 19 stands as the deadline for the submission of nomination papers.
VVPAT cross-verification: The Supreme Court asks ECI to look into the allegation made by advocate Prashant Bhushan that during a mock poll in Kasaragod, Kerala four EVMs were recording one extra vote for BJP. The SC observed that this is an electoral process and there has to be sanctity to it and let nobody have apprehension that something which is expected is not being done.
BJP leader Rajnath Singh took a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, suggesting that Gandhi lacked the courage to contest from Amethi after losing the seat in 2019. Singh claimed that Gandhi had moved to Kerala from Uttar Pradesh following his defeat, but added that he heard the people of Wayanad were not keen on making him their MP.
Men waving BJP flags in Meerut’s Ghanta Ghar as UP readies for LS polls. Md Kamran notes the diminishing Muslim influence. Imran Masood, Iqra Hasan, and Mohibullah Nadvi are contesting, with Muslims urged to vote by Mufti Arshad Farooqui.
Tesla and Space X CEO Elon Musk's tweet from January has caught the attention of the US, possibly paving the way for India to get a permanent seat at the UNSC. Musk said in his tweet that it's 'crazy' that India doesn't have a permanent UNSC seat. He also said that powerful nations are hesitant to give up their power.
JP Nadda's Tamil Nadu roadshow resonates with 'Jai Shri Ram' chants. Panneerselvam, backed by TTV Dhinakaran, highlights Jayalalithaa's legacy. The election carries significance for India's future development under Modi's leadership.
US encourages India-Pakistan dialogue, avoiding involvement in Modi-Singh remarks on Pakistan killings. Pakistan alleges Indian authorities' role in eliminating terrorists on its soil.
A government-appointed committee in India is considering allowing commonly used drugs like cough and cold medicines, antacids, and fever-reducing drugs to be sold at general stores without a prescription. This move aims to improve accessibility, especially in rural areas. The committee, formed to create India's over-the-counter (OTC) drug policy, recently discussed this suggestion.
Mahesh Sharma's viral video stresses the importance of considering PM Modi and CM Yogi as one's own, highlighting their work and contrasting with a rival candidate's appeal in Khurja during the campaign.
Akhilesh Yadav and Sanjay Singh criticized BJP at a joint rally in Nagina, UP, addressing Modi's 'Modi ki Guarantee' and Singh's recent arrest. They highlighted Chandrashekar Azad's entry, upcoming Amroha rally, and Hindu concerns over BJP's slogans.