Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath criticized the Congress manifesto, drawing parallels between its proposals and the «cruel rule of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.» He highlighted references to 'jizya', a historical tax imposed on Hindus in medieval India, and the promotion of cow slaughter. He accused the Congress of seeking to deprive SC, ST and OBC of quota benefits to appease vote bank.
Amit Shah on Saturday called AAP an «urban Naxal party» and said Maoist menace would raise its head in the region if the opposition candidate wins from Valsad Lok Sabha seat. The Aam Aadmi Party is fighting the Gujarat polls in alliance with the Congress, which has fielded its Vansda (ST) MLA Anant Patel from Valsad.
Seventy-five international delegates from Election Management Bodies (EMBs) of 23 countries are visiting India to observe the country's national elections, as announced by the Election Commission. The program, starting on May 4, aims to familiarize the visitors with India's electoral system and best practices. The program will conclude on May 9, 2024.
CEC Kumar ensured immediate Rs 15.3 lakh ex-gratia payment to Sukumal Jyoti Borah's family in Assam, who tragically passed away after falling ill during election duty in Kaziranga parliamentary constituency.
Rahul Gandhi alleges BJP leaders shielded mass rapist Prajwal Revanna, with Modi campaigning for him and aiding his escape. Urges Karnataka CM to support victims in SIT probe against Revanna's sexual assaults.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the previous Congress administrations for their perceived feeble approach towards Pakistan, denouncing it as ineffective in addressing terrorism concerns. He emphasized that preceding governments opted for what he termed as «love letters» to Pakistan in pursuit of peace, but instead received a surge in terrorist activities in return. PM Modi underscored a notable change in India's posture following the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, attributing it to the influence of the electorate.
On Saturday, the government lifted the prohibition on onion exports, providing significant relief to traders in Maharashtra. This decision coincides with the upcoming phases of the Lok Sabha election, particularly in the onion-producing regions of Maharashtra. The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) specified a Minimum Export Price (MEP) for onions at $550 per tonne in a notification.
On Saturday, the government lifted the prohibition on onion exports, providing significant relief to traders in Maharashtra. This decision coincides with the upcoming phases of the Lok Sabha election, particularly in the onion-producing regions of Maharashtra. The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) specified a Minimum Export Price (MEP) for onions at $550 per tonne in a notification.
Korba, Chhattisgarh's Lok Sabha constituency, has a history of close contests between BJP and Congress. Jyotsna Charandas Mahant won in 2019. The 2024 election will feature Saroj Pandey and Jyotsna Mahant as key contenders.
A helicopter crash in Mahad took Sushma Andhare to Baramati for a poll meeting. Pilot and assistant are safe. Andhare witnessed the crash at Bashirbhai Chinchkar ground, Raigad district, during the flight from Pune.
Allegations against Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose of molesting a Raj Bhavan employee led to a Kolkata Police inquiry and a statement banning police entry by the governor, who denied the accusations.
Santrupt Misra, ex-HR head of Aditya Birla, contests Lok Sabha from Cuttack with Rs 461 crore assets. Joined BJD post-retirement. ITRs: Rs 76.23 crore income, Bank deposits: Rs 4 crore. Movable assets: Rs 408 crore. Owns luxury cars.
RCMP arrests hit squad members after surveillance. Trudeau's remarks criticized for encouraging violence, impacting India-Canada relations. Jaiswal in New Delhi condemns comments.
Indian Navy has issued a tender to Indian shipyards Mazagaon Dockyards Limited and Larsen and Toubro for building six submarines in partnership with foreign vendors. The trials began in March this year when a team of Indian Navy visited Kiel in Germany to look at the Air Independent Propulsion system of the German submarine manufacturer ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems at a German Navy facility, defence industry officials told ANI.
The Reserve Bank's draft rules propose stricter lending rules for projects under implementation, including higher provisioning during construction and operational phases. Lenders must adhere to specific conditions for reducing provisions, maintain electronic project data, and implement necessary systems within a specified timeline.
Election Commission warns against misusing surveys for voter details, potentially creating quid-pro-quo arrangements for post-election benefits. Caution against inducement for voting a certain way during General Elections 2024. Instructs District Election Officers to act within statutory provisions.
In a flurry of political reactions, Rahul Gandhi's shift to contest from Rae Bareli instead of Amethi sparked controversy. Prime Minister Modi mocked his decision, accusing him of fear and flight. Congress defended the move, calling it strategic. BJP leaders criticized Gandhi's moves, while Smriti Irani claimed he didn't belong in Rae Bareli. The absence of the Gandhi family in Amethi was seen as symbolic of Congress's defeat.
Supreme Court to possibly hear Arvind Kejriwal's interim bail plea regarding Delhi elections on May 7, with the central agency possibly denying bail. Emphasis on liberty importance, ED alleging kickbacks, Kejriwal in Tihar Jail.
PM Modi criticizes TMC for mistreating Hindus, corruption, and appeasement in Bengal. He addresses various issues including Sandeshkhali apathy, CBI ammunition seizure, School Service Commission scam, and Calcutta High Court ruling on State Level Selection Test-2016.
