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Puducherry 2026 Elections: Union Territory Records Record-Breaking Voter Turnout of 86%
On Thursday, April 9, the citizens of Puducherry turned out to vote in unprecedented numbers. By 5 PM, voter turnout reached 86.92%, marking the highest participation in…
Assam Assembly Elections 2026: Strong Voter Participation Noted by 1 PM
The Election Commission of India’s (ECI) ECINET mobile app indicates that the voter turnout reached 59.63% by 1 pm.
West Bengal Elections: PM Modi Unveils Six Commitments, Urges Voters to Dismiss TMC
Speaking at a rally in Haldia, located in Purba Medinipur district, Modi accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s government of regressing the state and labeled it a…
Kerala Elections 2026: Initial Two Hours See 16% Voter Participation
As per EC data, Thripunithura has recorded the highest polling percentage at 20.59% till 9 am.
PM Modi urges citizens to participate in the election in high turnout.
The voting is being held in a single phase across 296 constituencies — 140 in Keralam, 126 in Assam, and 30 in Puducherry — commencing at 7 am and running until evening.
Opposition protests as bid to oust CEC Gyanesh Kumar fails
While addressing a press conference alongside fellow opposition leaders, Singhvi stated that rejecting the notices at a preliminary phase effectively “strangulates” the…
Kharge apologies for ‘illiterate’ comment, affirms his profound respect for Gujaratis.
In a message on X, the Congress president noted, “Some of my comments in a recent election address in Kerala are being intentionally misinterpreted. Nevertheless, I want…
J&K LG Dismisses Two Government Employees Due to Terrorism Connections
The terminations were executed under Article 311(2)(c) of the Constitution as part of the administration’s “zero-tolerance to terror” policy, aimed at eradicating…
Mamata Banerjee submits nomination for Bhabanipur constituency, declares, “This is where it all started for me.”
Surrounded by a crowd of supporters chanting ‘Mamata Banerjee zindabad’ and ‘TMC zindabad’, Banerjee conducted a roadshow from her residence in Kalighat to the Alipore…
West Bengal Elections 2026: TMC Claims EC Head Told Delegation to ‘Leave’, ECI Issues Ultimatum
#WATCH | Delhi: TMC MP Derek O’Brien stated, “Earlier today, we approached the Chief Election Commissioner. He dismissed us within 7 minutes of the meeting. It commenced…
Assam Assembly Elections: BJP and Congress Present Divergent Strategies on Immigration, Welfare, and Development Initiatives
The manifestos were released within days of each other. Their tones and priorities differ significantly, though they share some common ground regarding welfare and land.
Assembly Elections 2026: EC Prohibits Exit Polls from 7 AM April 9 to 6:30 PM April 29
It has warned that carrying out or airing exit polls during this timeframe violates section 126A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which could result in…
Assam police visit Pawan Khera’s home in Delhi; Jairam Ramesh labels it a “witch hunt.”
Upon their arrival, the team notified Delhi Police, after which a local police unit joined to assist with the proceedings, sources indicated.
2026 Assembly Elections: Guide to Accessing Complete Candidate Listings, Affidavits, and Additional Information
Voters looking to confirm which candidates are running in the 2026 Assembly elections can now find official records online. This information is dynamic and continually…
Siliguri TMC Candidate Goutam Deb Reports Assets Exceeding ₹4.52 Crore; No Criminal Record, Income from Legal Consultancy, Pension, and Rental Properties
The mayor of Siliguri, in his affidavit submitted with his nomination to the Election Commission, indicated that he possesses movable assets valued at ₹1.58 crore and…
Misplaced your voter ID? Here’s how you can still participate in the 2026 Assembly Elections.
The Election Commission of India has addressed this issue previously. Voters can still participate in the election, even if they do not have the physical card, provided…
Congress reveals lineup of key campaigners for Bengal Phase 1, featuring Kharge and the Gandhis.
This roster also features Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
Who is Menaka Guruswamy, India’s pioneering openly queer Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha?
Guruswamy is renowned for her expertise as a constitutional lawyer. She played a pivotal role in the landmark Supreme Court case of 2018 that resulted in the…
Delhi excise policy case: Arvind Kejriwal submits request to High Court for Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma’s withdrawal.
Sources familiar with the matter indicate that Kejriwal plans to appear personally to present the application, which is expected to be heard on Monday (April 6).
Assam Elections: Parties Reignite Old Promises to Engage Tea Tribes
With approximately 3.5 million voters, this community plays a crucial role in over 35 seats, particularly in eastern Assam, and can affect the outcomes in at least 10…
Puducherry Prepares for Assembly Elections, Highlighting French Heritage and Architecture
Puducherry comprises two distinct areas: the French-inspired White Town and the traditional Tamil neighborhoods. White Town features tidy streets, historic French-style…
Kerala Elections 2026: CPI(M) Calls on Election Commission to Safeguard Voting Rights for Election Personnel, Highlights Issues
The Left party also expressed concerns over flaws and confusion surrounding the postal ballot system.
West Bengal 2026 Elections: Mother of RG Kar Victim to Run in Panihati Opposing TMC’s Tirthankar Ghosh
The political landscape has shifted dramatically, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) nominating the victim’s mother, Ratna Debnath, as its candidate.
Bengal Elections 2026: TMC’s Pannalal Halder Goes Head-to-Head with BJP’s Dipak Kumar Halder Again for Diamond Harbour Seat
Located in the South 24 Parganas district, Diamond Harbour stands as a significant Assembly seat and TMC bastion in West Bengal. This semi-urban area is included in the…
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Will the FCRA Bill Controversy Affect the Election Results?
So, why has this sparked controversy in Kerala? Will it influence the upcoming elections? News18 provides an explanation.
TVK claims security oversight for Vijay and calls on Amit Shah to guarantee adequate protection.
In a communication to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam joint general secretary C T R Nirmal Kumar raised concerns regarding a purported security…
Women’s Inclusion and Gold Heist: The Impact of Sabarimala on Kerala’s 2026 Elections
From the alleged gold heist to the debate over women’s access to the hill shrine, the issue has transformed into a complex clash between faith-driven mobilization and…
Assam Assembly Elections 2026: PM Modi Claims Congress is Illegally Assisting Infiltrators
While addressing a poll rally in Gogamukh, Dhemaji district, as part of the ongoing campaign for the Assam Assembly Elections 2026, Modi asserted that the BJP and its…
Modi Administration Plans to Increase Lok Sabha Size by 50%; Congress Claims This Will Hurt Southern States.
No official response has been provided regarding the Opposition party’s assertions.
Bill to Acknowledge Amaravati as the Capital of Andhra Pradesh to be Presented in Lok Sabha on April 1
The proposed amendment seeks to amend the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, which currently allows for a new capital for Andhra Pradesh but does not indicate a…
Tennis Legend Leander Paes Enters BJP Before Bengal Elections: Exploring His Connections to the State
Paes’ foray into politics came after meeting with BJP chief Nitin Nabin in Kolkata, which had sparked rumors regarding his political direction.
