Congress unveils list of 17 candidates from Andhra, Bihar, Odisha & West Bengal for 2024 LS polls
The election for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be held in seven phases starting April 19. The counting of votes will take place on June 4. Key Points
ThePrintNDA partner AMMK announces Lok Sabha candidates for Tamil Nadu
AMMK announced its Lok Sabha candidates for Tamil Nadu following a seat-sharing deal with the NDA. TTV Dhinakaran to contest from Theni, Senthilnathan from Trichy. The NDA also formed alliances with PMK. Elections for all 39 seats in Tamil Nadu to be held on April 19. Key Points
Economic TimesLok Sabha election: Four fresh faces in Congress’s second list for Maharashtra
Congress announces 4 new candidates for Lok Sabha elections in Maharashtra, including Vikas Thakre vs Nitin Gadkari in Nagpur. Nana Patole declines to contest. | Mumbai news Key Points
Hindustan TimesLok Sabha polls 2024: Actor Govinda likely to make a political comeback, may join Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena
Actor Govinda rumored to make a political comeback before 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Likely to contest from North-West Mumbai on Shiv Sena ticket after meeting Maharashtra Chief Minister. Key Points
mintLok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress finalises names of 12 candidates for Maharashtra, 3rd list soon
Those finalised include, Praniti Shinde, daughter of former Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde. Praniti is likely to be fielded from the Solapur seat. Key Points
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President Murmu accepts Pashupati Paras's resignation as Union minister
India News: President Droupadi Murmu accepted Pashupati Kumar Paras' resignation. Kiren Rijiju was assigned the Ministry of Food Processing Industries. RLJP Presi Key Points
Times Of India'Priyanka Gandhi told my ex-husband to talk smack about me for ticket': BJP's Aditi Singh
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Aditi Singh is a two-time MLA from Raebareli Sadar in Uttar Pradesh. She had quit the Congress and joined the BJP in 2021. Key Points
mintIndian-American professionals from Silicon Valley hold 'havan' to pray for PM Modi's re-election
Indian-American tech professionals in Silicon Valley organized a 'havan' at a Hindu temple to pray for PM Modi's Lok Sabha election victory. OFBJP, USA, SF Bay Area Chapter aims for a 'Abki Baar, 400 Paar' win. Key Points
Economic TimesNDA's Bihar seat-sharing final, BJP to contest on 17, Nitish Kumar's JDU on 16
The BJP-led NDA bloc has finalised seat-sharing in Bihar ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. While the BJP will contest on 17 seats, Nitish Kumar-led JD(U) will contest on 16 seats. Key Points
India TodayLok Sabha election 2024 phase 6 date: Here are state-wise and constituency-wise full list and key details
The Election Commission of India revealed the 2024 Lok Sabha elections schedule, with the sixth phase set for May 25th covering 57 constituencies in various states. Results are anticipated on June 4th. The sixth phase will be held in 57 constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha and some regions of north India. Meanwhile, the gazette notification will be issued on April 29 and the polling will take place on May 25. Key Points
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Lok Sabha Election 2024: All dates, full schedule, constituency-wise details, all you need to know
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections will be held in seven phases from April 19. The poll schedule for Arunachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, and Odisha assemblies have also been announced. The results will be announced on June 4. Key Points
India TodayModi charisma key factor for BJP to retain all Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat
Lok Sabha polls in Gujarat will be held in a single phase on May 7. Counting of votes will be held on June 4. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesLok Sabha election 2024 phase 7 date: State-wise and constituency-wise full list and key details
The Election Commission announced the 2024 Lok Sabha elections schedule in seven phases, culminating on June 1st, with results expected on June 4th. Various political parties are gearing up for the polls. In the preceding parliamentary elections in 2019, voting spanned seven phases from April 11th to May 19th, culminating in the declaration of results for the 17th Lok Sabha members on May 23rd, 2019. Similarly, in 2014, the electoral process unfolded across multiple phases. Key Points
Economic TimesLok Sabha election 2024 phase 2 date: Here are state-wise and constituency-wise full list and key details
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the schedule for Lok Sabha elections 2024. The second phase of voting is on April 26th, with results expected on June 4th. Covering 89 seats, it marks a crucial phase in the electoral process. With nearly 970 million eligible voters and ambitious targets set by the BJP, these elections will shape Indian politics. Stay tuned for updates. Key Points
Economic TimesLok Sabha election 2024 phase 1 date: Here are state-wise and constituency-wise full list and key details
Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase 1 date: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the schedule for the Lok Sabha elections 2024, with voting set to begin in April, and results declared on June 4. Nearly 970 million voters across 1.2 million polling stations will participate. The BJP targets 400 seats independently and 370 for the NDA, setting the stage for a significant electoral battle against the unified INDIA bloc. Key Points
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Lok Sabha Elections Date 2024 Live: Poll dates to be out at 3 pm
Lok Sabha Elections Date 2024 Live Updates: The schedule for the Lok Sabha polls is set to be announced by the Election Commission at 3 pm on Saturday. In the last parliamentary polls, the BJP had won 303 seats while the Congress got 52 seats. The Lok Sabha polls were announced on March 10 and held in seven phases beginning April 11. Votes were counted on May 23. The term of the present Lok Sabha ends on June 16 and a new House has to be constituted before that. The term of the assemblies in Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and Odisha is coming to an end on various dates in June. Key Points
India TodayElection Commission to announce Lok Sabha poll schedule on Saturday
Term of present Lok Sabha ends 16 June and new House has to be constituted before that. Last time, LS polls were announced 10 March and held in 7 phases beginning 11 April. Key Points
ThePrintPawan Kalyan to contest Andhra Pradesh polls from Pithanpuram
Jana Sena president Pawan Kalyan announced his candidacy for the Andhra Pradesh elections from Pithapuram constituency. The decision was made following the recent seat-sharing agreement between his party, BJP, and TDP, led by Chandrababu Naidu. The NDA partners settled on a formula allocating seats for Lok Sabha and state polls, with BJP, TDP, and JanaSena claiming significant stakes. This marks a historic collaboration for the upcoming elections, with further candidate announcements expected. Key Points
Economic TimesKovind panel may submit report on simultaneous polls on Thursday
The high-level committee, headed by Ram Nath Kovind, is expected to submit its report on 'one nation, one election' to President Droupadi Murmu. The report may recommend amending the Constitution and having a singular electoral roll for Lok Sabha, state assembly, and local body polls. Key Points
Economic TimesCongress inks seat-sharing deal with DMK
DMK chief M K Stalin, Tamilnadu PCC Chief Selva Perunthagai finalised the deal in Chennai in the presence of AICC general secretary (Org) K C Venugopal. After allotting two seats each to CPI and CPI-M and one seat each to film star Kamalahasan's party, IUML and a Tamil outfit, DMK will contest the rest of seats in Tamilnadu, which has a total of 39 Lok Sabha polls. Key Points
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West Bengal Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Dates, schedule, phases, constituencies, candidates, other details;
West Bengal is set to witness a high-stakes battle in the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024, with the TMC, BJP, and other parties gearing up for a fiercely contested election. The state's 42 constituencies and complex political landscape are likely to make it a crucial battleground in determining the future course of Indian politics. Key Points
Economic TimesDoors still open for alliance with TMC: Jairam Ramesh
The Trinamool Congress will contest all 42 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal, but the Congress is still open to an alliance with TMC. Jairam Ramesh, Congress general secretary, expresses hope for an alliance and mentions the joint opposition rally in Patna. Congress is finalizing its manifesto and candidates. Key Points
Economic TimesLok Sabha Polls 2024: 'Caste census, MSP' to take centre stage in Congress manifesto from Rahul Gandhi's Nyay Yatra
Lok Sabha polls 2024: Congress manifesto likely to include caste census and promise on MSP for farmers. Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP of ignoring farmers' interests. Manifesto to focus on justice and ideological foundation from Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra. Key Points
mintLok Sabha polls: Can BJP sneak past 60% vote share in Rajasthan?
Even some Congress loyalists don't see much of a future for the party. Booth level workers of the BJP, on the other hand, are a highly motivated lot. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesIs Lok Dal emerging as a new alternative as RLD moves closer to BJP?
Vijay Sankalp Rally by Lok Dal in Meerapur region of Muzaffarnagar had impressive turnout. Concerns raised as RLD aligns with BJP. Lok Dal aims to be Key Points
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AAP-Congress announce Delhi alliance for Lok Sabha polls: Should BJP be worried?
India News: AAP and Congress have announced a seat-sharing deal for Delhi, Gujarat, and Haryana for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. Should BJP be worried about this alliance? Find out more. Key Points
Times Of IndiaHow Mamata Banerjee's 'Tollywood brigade' is falling apart
After the 2019 election, actors Mimi Chakraborty, Nusrat Jahan, and Dev became the face of TMC's 'Tollywood brigade'. However, with months ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, it seems to be falling apart. Key Points
India TodayPrime Minister Modi talks up his government's performance in Lok Sabha ahead of poll battle
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the final day of the budget session, highlighting the achievements of the BJP-led government over the past five years. He described these years as a period of reform, perform, and transform for the country, noting the rarity of experiencing such transformation within the same timeframe. Key Points
Economic TimesLast session of 17th Lok Sabha concludes
The Lok Sabha concluded its proceedings for the last session of the 17th term on Saturday, adjourning sine die. Speaker Om Birla highlighted the passage of 222 bills over the past five years. During the final session, discussions centered on the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, culminating in the passing of a resolution. Key Points
Economic TimesLok Sabha polls: Now, AAP says no alliance with Congress in Punjab, double whammy for INDIA
In a fresh blow to the Congress in Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann ruled out an alliance between AAP and the grand old party in the state in the Lok Sabha polls. He asserted that AAP will win all 13 Lok Sabha seats in Punjab. Key Points
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See on map how winter session left 100 Lok Sabha constituencies in the cold
The winter session saw the highest number of MPs being suspended. Of the 146 MPs, 100 are from the Lok Sabha. How does the map of India look after the constituencies of the suspended Lok Sabha MPs are marked? Key Points
India TodayParliament recced in monsoon and special sessions
Five people have been arrested for intruding into the Lok Sabha, allegedly having recced Parliament twice. The suspect, Manoranjan D, and his associates were affiliated with the Bhagat Singh Fan Club and may have links to left-wing extremist groups. The group, which reportedly met on social media as members of the Shaheed Bhagat Singh Fan Club, planned to enter Parliament using visitor passes. Key Points
Economic Times2 with canisters jump from Lok Sabha visitors' gallery, yellow smoke, chaos
Two people carrying gas canisters caused panic in the Lok Sabha on Monday after they jumped into the House’s chamber and sprayed gas in the air. The incident was caught on camera. Key Points
India TodayPM Modi vs Priyanka Gandhi in Varanasi? INDIA MP breaks silence
INDIA bloc to decide on seat sharing for 2024 Lok Sabha election after discussion on suitability. Rahul Gandhi set to contest from Amethi. Speculation about Priyanka Gandhi's candidacy. Opposition parties form united front against BJP. Key Points
mintRahul Gandhi nominated to parliamentary standing committee on defence
Newly elected Aam Aadmi Party member of Lok Sabha Sushil Kumar Rinku has been nominated to the committee on agriculture, animal husbandry and food processing. Rinku had recently won the Jalandhar Lok Sabha bypoll and is the sole AAP member in the Lower House of Parliament. Key Points
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'No unparliamentary words used': Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary on Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha speech 'expunged'
India News: "If a word is unparliamentary there is a provision to remove it. I don't think so Rahul Gandhi has used any unparliamentary words ... Rahul Gandhi sai Key Points
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