Nadda criticizes Congress for religious reservation, accuses of divisive actions. Highlights Congress's attempts to shift SC/ST and OBC reservations to Muslims. Criticizes INDI Alliance and praises PM Modi for India's development.
Smriti Irani filed her nomination papers for the Amethi Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh. She expressed confidence that the people will bless the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the elections. Amethi will participate in the voting process during the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections on May 20.
Forest officials reported that the fires in Marora and Khanana civil areas of the Narendranagar forest division's Maniknath range have been completely extinguished. Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, after reviewing the situation in the Kumaon region on Saturday night, stated that the forest blaze in Nainital and adjoining areas is gradually being brought under control following the deployment of an IAF Mi-17 V5 helicopter for firefighting operations.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused PM Modi of favoring Delhi billionaires and alleged Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik serves only elites. At a rally in Kendrapara, he claimed BJP and BJD collaborate behind the scenes. Rahul hinted at Patnaik's aide VK Pandian's influence, accusing Modi and Patnaik of plundering Odisha's wealth, referencing "PAANN" - Pandian, Amit Shah, Narendra Modi, Naveen Patnaik.
Indian Meteorological Department's (IMD) scientist, Soma Sen Roy, has said that the chances of heatwave conditions in North India are less likely to happen amidst an increase in thunderstorm activities.
Kerala church factions advocate for secularism and democracy in elections, emphasizing peace and voting rights. Polls end at 6 pm with results on June 4, showcasing the significant influence of the church in the state.
The Lok Sabha elections' second phase featured 1200 candidates across 12 States, with 2633 nominations and prominent candidates like Rahul Gandhi. A 91-year-old woman passed away post-voting in Karnataka, calling for increased voter turnout.
India votes in Lok Sabha elections with 1,200 candidates. DK Suresh seeks re-election from Bangalore Rural. Hema Malini, the third wealthiest candidate, contests from Mathura in the second phase.
Amit Shah criticizes Rahul Gandhi's Sharia law support, praises BJP's manifesto. Urges voters for security, prosperity, poor welfare. Emphasizes secular Constitution, UCC plans, Modi for third term. Backs Modi on wealth distribution, faces EC notice.
Chandrasekhar accused Tharoor of engaging in "third-rate politics" by spreading falsehoods and instilling fear in the minds of the people. While acknowledging the importance of free speech under Article 19, Chandrasekhar emphasized that crossing the line into personal attacks on his integrity would not be tolerated. He asserted his determination to take legal action against such attempts, ensuring that consequences are served under the law.
The fourth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on May 13 includes various states like Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. Vote counting is on June 4.
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) Vice-Chairman has been served a contempt notice by the Supreme Court for cutting down more than 1,000 trees to build a road near Maidan Garhi, connecting Chattarpur Road and SAARC University. Justices B R Gavai and Sandeep Mehta highlighted that the DDA defied a court order against tree felling.
The Supreme Court has put on hold the imprisonment of Congress MLA Mohammed Moquim in a corruption case. Justices Surya Kant and Dipankar Datta have asked the Odisha government to respond to Moquim's appeal against the Orissa High Court's ruling. Earlier, the High Court rejected Moquim's challenge to a vigilance court's decision, which sentenced him to three years in prison and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 for corruption.
Attorney general R Venkataramani, representing the Centre apprised the court that the Election Commission has allowed the Union government to deal with the issue and something will happen before next Monday (April 29). The court was hearing Karnataka government plea seeking financial assistance for drought relief. The Karnataka government was represented by senior advocate Kapil Sibal.
Sikkim Assembly elections saw 79.77% turnout, Lok Sabha at 80.03%. Friday had 32 Assembly segments with improved turnout. Yoksom-Tashiding had highest, Gangtok (BL) lowest. 146 candidates including Chief Minister contested.
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Alleging that the BJP has made the entire country a "detention camp", West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said the CAA and NRC will be scrapped if opposition bloc INDIA forms government at the Centre. Addressing an election rally here in support of four TMC candidates in Assam, she alleged that there will be "no democracy and elections if Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns to power" for the third consecutive term.
VVPAT is a system that allows voters to verify if their vote has been cast correctly and counted towards the candidate they intended to support. The VVPAT produces a paper slip that is securely stored and can be accessed in case of any disputes or discrepancies. In light of the concerns and doubts raised by the opposition regarding the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) system, petitions have been filed demanding the cross-verification of each vote cast.
Robert Vadra considers entering Lok Sabha elections from Amethi, Moradabad, or Haryana, if Congress approves. He views himself as a soft target due to Gandhi family association and advocates for a secular country in politics.
BJP replaced Som Parkash with Anita in Hoshiarpur, facing Raj Kumar Chabbewal. Parampal Kaur Sidhu contests Bathinda. Polls for 13 Punjab Lok Sabha seats are on June 1; BJP named 9 candidates so far.
A Delhi court on Monday extended the judicial custody of chief minister Arvind Kejriwal until April 23 in connection with excise policy case. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja, overseeing cases involving the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Enforcement Directorate (ED), prolonged Kejriwal's custody after his appearance via video-conferencing as the earlier custody period had expired. The ED requested a 14-day extension of Kejriwal's custody, citing the critical stage of the investigation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expanded the Ayushman Bharat scheme to cover the transgender community and senior citizens above 70, offering free medical treatment up to Rs 5 lakh. The 'Sankalp Patra' manifesto focuses on empowering youth, women, the poor, and farmers for a prosperous India.
SAD, led by Sukhbir Singh Badal, announces 7 candidates for Punjab Lok Sabha polls. BJP to contest separately in all seats. Sukhbir Badal opts out this time. Harsimrat Kaur Badal may run. Focus on principles and strategic candidate selection for an intriguing electoral battle in Punjab.
Nabam Tuki won the Arunachal West Lok Sabha seat with 47,954 votes, surpassing Subu Kechi. The constituency covers various districts and had a 72.89% voter turnout. Kiren Rijiju was also a candidate.
Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of "corruption" regarding electoral bonds, alleging that loss-making firms donated hundreds of crores to the BJP. Singh disclosed a list of 33 companies in question, emphasizing that despite operating at a loss, they contributed funds to the BJP. He further claimed that 17 of these companies either paid minimal taxes or received tax exemptions.
Enforcement Directorate revealed Hemant Soren's illegal property activities with Bhanu Pratap Prasad. Land mafia forged records. Binod Singh, Hilarious Kachhap, Raj Kumar Pahan aided Soren. ED seized Rs 3.56 crore in Delhi search.
India successfully tested the new-generation nuclear capable Agni-Prime ballistic missile, which has a strike range from 1,000 to 2,000-km. The launch was witnessed by chief of defence staff General Anil Chauhan, SFC chief Vice Admiral Suraj Berry and other senior officials from the armed forces and DRDO. The Agni-Prime will gradually replace the Agni-I (700-km) missiles in the arsenal of SFC.
PDP's Mehbooba Mufti plans to contest all 5 seats in Jammu & Kashmir for Lok Sabha elections, reacting to NC's Omar Abdullah's announcement. The Lok Sabha polls in the Union Territory will be held in the first five phases on April 19 (Udhampur), April 26 (Jammu), May 7 (Anantnag-Rajouri), May 13 (Srinagar) and May 20 (Baramulla).
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to stay the Hindu prayers in the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque and sought response of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple trustees on the plea of the mosque management committee. The top court also ordered maintaining of status quo on offering of namaz by Muslims in the Gyanvapi premises in Varanasi.
When questioned about fairness and independence of the judiciary, as well as political interference in the judicial decision-making and judges' appointment system, Justice Gavai, who would be the Chief Justice of India next year, said, "India stands strong on the three parameters of democracy: prevalence of the rule of law, independence of the judiciary, and non-interference of the military in legislative and govt functions.
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