Rakesh Tikait, a prominent farmer leader, encourages voting for the right candidates without party support, criticizes BJP's alignment with industrialists, and highlights the farmers' disillusionment with all political parties in the elections.

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched an attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday over the electoral bond issue, describing it as a «form of extortion» and alleging «intimidatory tactics» against targeted businessmen. «There are some people in every small town or village who extort money on the streets by threatening physical harm. In Malayalam you call this extortion 'kolla adikkal' (loot), but Modi calls it electoral bonds. What a common thief is doing on the streets, the PM is doing at an international level,» Gandhi alleged.

On Tuesday midday, at least 18 Maoists were killed in a significant engagement with security forces in the deep forests of Bastar's Kanker district. Three Border Security Force and District Reserve Guard men were injured by bullets during the incident, and evacuation was ongoing. This is one of the biggest killings in an operation in Bastar.

The Congress party has strongly criticized India's ambassador to Ireland for his disparaging remarks towards the opposition party. Jairam Ramesh, the party's general secretary, condemned Ambassador Akhilesh Mishra's behavior, stating it was inappropriate for him to openly attack opposition parties like a «party apparatchik.» Ramesh called for the ambassador's dismissal.

CM Yogi Adityanath emphasizes law and order success in UP, highlighting no riots under his tenure, with criminals fearing punishment. He showcases this success in various states, addresses divisive politics, and ensures respect for faith and wide scheme implementation.

Mohammed Abdul Arfath's body brought to Hyderabad after found dead in Cleveland. Missing since March, he was studying in the US. Family received ransom demand. Tragic incidents involving Indian students in the US.

The US state department spokesperson on Monday addressed recent publications about democratic decline in India and reaffirmed New Delhi as an important strategic partner to Washington. While responding to a question in a press briefing, Mathew Miller said 'India is the world's largest democracy, it is an important strategic partner of the United States, and I expect that to remain true.'

The visit of the National Security Advisor of the United States, Jake Sullivan, to India this week has been postponed due to the ongoing turn of events in the Middle East. NSA Sullivan aims to conduct the annual review of the Initiative for Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) at the soonest possible time.

Coimbatore, an ADMK stronghold, is a battleground for BJP, Congress, and Left. BJP's Annamalai faces competition from DMK and ADMK. DMK's alliance adds to the challenge in this high-stakes political arena.

The political spectacle in Mysuru's Lok Sabha constituency showcases a clash between BJP's Yaduveer and Congress' Lakshmana, emphasizing lineage and allegiance. Diverse groups like Dalits, Muslims, and Lingayats hold significance in shaping the electoral outcome.

Rameshwar Chaudhary, son of Babulal, contests Fatehpur Sikri seat independently, challenging BJP's strategy. Incumbent Chahar faces split Jat votes with Babulal's support. Babulal pledges campaign support for Chaudhary, dissatisfied with Chahar.

DMK challenges ECI rules in Madras HC on poll ad certification. HC admits, sets deadline for ECI response by April 17, links with other petitions. ECI cites SC's orders on SLMCMC and rejection order.

105-year-old Ramati Baishya in Kamrup, Assam, promised to vote on Bohag Bihu. District officer Keerthi Jalli offered 'Bihuwan'. Home voting for 85+ voters starts April 27.

Five days pre-vote, police interrogated Kamal Nath's aide R K Miglani in Chhindwara. 40-50 officers visited Nath's Shikarpur house. BJP accused Miglani and Sachin Gupta of sharing fake video to defame Sahu.

Law enforcement agencies, led by the Election Commission, have been seizing Rs 100 crore worth of poll inducements daily since March 1. The crackdown includes cash, liquor, drugs, metals, and freebies, aiming for record-high seizures in Lok Sabha polls history.

Late Ron Bahadur Thapa's 350-member family in Assam gears up for the April 19 Lok Sabha ballot, while late Ziona's 200-member Mizoram family, with 39 wives, remains a topic of discussion post his 2021 passing.

Trinamool Congress alleges raid on Abhishek Banerjee's helicopter. Election Commission clarifies routine checks on helicopters used by Banerjee, Rahul Gandhi. Searches at airfields, helipads prevent inducements like cash, freebies across country.

Opposition prepares joint document for 2024 elections, emphasizing unity against BJP with focus on jobs, prices, welfare. Congress's national vision contrasts with allies' regional concerns. Release imminent with modalities considered for physical or online launch.

Amit Shah asserts no Manipur division, lauds N Biren Singh's progress, denies separate hill admin, scraps Free Movement Regime. Talks on ethnic violence and PM Modi's NE visits. Accuses Congress of divisive agenda and Ibobi Singh of fake encounters.

BJP intensifies campaigning in MP, as Congress lacks key figures like Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. In UP and Bihar, significant political figures are active. The absence of Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in crucial regions is notable.