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Amit Shah Predicts BJP-Led NDA’s Victory In 2029 Lok Sabha Elections

August 4, 2024, 3:35 pm

Union Home Minister Amit Shah confidently predicted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will come to power again in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nyay Setu water supply project, Shah assured the audience of NDA’s victory, despite opposition efforts.

“I assure you that let the opposition do whatever it wants to do, in 2029 NDA will come, Modi ji will come. They (opposition) do not know that BJP has won more seats in this election than the number of seats Congress got in 3 elections,” Shah declared.

He further commented on the opposition’s claims of governmental instability, saying, “These people who want to spread instability, repeatedly say that this government is not going to last. I have come to assure them that not only will the government complete its term, but the next government will be of NDA and be ready to sit in the opposition and learn the way of working in the opposition properly,” as quoted by ANI.

In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP secured 240 seats, which was less than its 2019 tally of 303. However, the NDA, led by the BJP, managed to form the government with support from the Telugu Desam Party and Janata Dal (United).

Narendra Modi is currently serving his third consecutive term as Prime Minister, the first leader to do so since India’s first PM, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.

The opposition INDIA bloc posed a significant challenge to the NDA, winning over 230 seats. The Congress party saw a substantial increase, securing 99 seats compared to 52 in 2019, marking its best performance in 15 years since winning 206 seats in the 2009 general elections.

In Uttar Pradesh, the BJP’s seat count dropped from 62 to 33, with its pre-poll allies, the RLD and Apna Dal (SP), winning two and one seat, respectively. The BJP and its allies had previously won 73 Lok Sabha seats in 2014 and 64 seats in 2019.

Jaya Bachchan Upset Over ‘Amitabh’ Title in Parliament: “Women Have Their Own Identity”

July 30, 2024, 12:26 am

Jaya Bachchan made headlines in Parliament today when Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh referred to her as ‘Jaya Amitabh Bachchan’. Upset by this, Bachchan took a moment to assert her individual identity.

When called to speak, Bachchan remarked, “Sir, sirf Jaya Bachchan bolte to kaafi hojata” (It would’ve been enough to call me Jaya Bachchan). She expressed her discontent, saying, “There’s a new trend where women are identified by their husband’s name. Women have no identity or achievements of their own. This new trend is just…”

Public reaction was mixed, with some praising her bravery. One fan questioned, “Why was Amitabh added? If she hasn’t used it, who did?” Another supporter commented, “She’s right. She was a successful actress before becoming a ‘Bachchan’. How far we’ve come.”

Navya Naveli Nanda, Jaya’s granddaughter, once spoke about her in 2021, calling her an ‘inspiration’. She praised Jaya Bachchan’s ability to create her own identity and voice, describing her as “unapologetic, unfiltered, and strong.”

President Murmu Accepts Punjab Governor’s Resignation, Announces New Appointments And Reshuffles

July 28, 2024, 3:15 am

President Droupadi Murmu has accepted the resignation of Banwarilal Purohit as the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh. Alongside this, she has announced new appointments for governors in various states and a reshuffle of several positions.

Resignation of Banwarilal Purohit
Banwarilal Purohit, aged 83, resigned from his position in February, citing personal reasons. His resignation letter stated, “Due to personal reasons and certain other commitments, I tender my resignation from the post of Governor and Administrator of UT Chandigarh. Please accept the same and oblige.” Purohit’s tenure in Punjab, which began in September 2021, was marked by frequent conflicts with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government.

New Governor Appointments
The President has announced the following new governor appointments:

Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde – Governor of Rajasthan
Jishnu Dev Varma – Governor of Telangana
Om Prakash Mathur – Governor of Sikkim
Santosh Kumar Gangwar – Governor of Jharkhand
Ramen Deka – Governor of Chhattisgarh
CH Vijayashankar – Governor of Meghalaya

Reshuffles

CP Radhakrishnan, currently Governor of Jharkhand with additional charge of Telangana, has been appointed as Governor of Maharashtra.
Gulab Chand Kataria, currently Governor of Assam, has been appointed as Governor of Punjab and Chandigarh.
Lakshman Prasad Acharya, currently Governor of Sikkim, has been appointed as Governor of Assam and given additional charge as Governor of Manipur.

Conclusion
These changes mark a significant shift in administrative leadership across several states and Union Territories, impacting governance and political dynamics in the regions affected.

Veteran BJP leader Prabhat Jha Passes Away

July 27, 2024, 12:46 am

New Delhi: Former journalist, editor, Madhya Pradesh BJP State President, Rajya Sabha member, and BJP national vice president Prabhat Jha passed away at the relatively young age of 67 on Friday morning in Gurgaon, where was admitted to a private hospital after being airlifted from Bhopal. Jha, who had been battling diabetes for a long time, developed related health issues that ultimately proved fatal.

Born in Sitamarhi, Bihar, Jha started his career as a crime reporter in Gwalior. Through years of effort and dedication to the party’s cause, he became one of the most prominent leaders in the twin states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.

Jha was the media in charge of Madhya Pradesh when Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the general secretary in charge of the undivided state in 1995. The two developed a strong bond that continued until Jha’s last breath. However, it was a relationship Jha never used to seek a position in the cabinet, unlike many of his contemporaries, when Modi came to power at the center in 2014.

He had no godfather in politics and attributed his rise in the party to the love and support he received from ordinary party workers, each of whom he remembered by name. When he was appointed as the state president of the party in May 2010, he made it a point to cover the entire length and breadth of the state on foot, meeting party workers even as the BJP in Bhopal was engaged in internal fights. One reason for his sudden removal as state president in December 2012, much earlier than his tenure was supposed to end, was an event he famously described as akin to the ‘Pokhran blast’ due to the secretive manner in which the removal was orchestrated, mostly by players in Bhopal. Some of these individuals had, just a few days earlier, approached him and cried while seeking his support to remain in power.

When the Modi government came to power in May 2014, his name was reportedly on the list of leaders to be appointed to the cabinet. However, as soon as this news reached Bhopal, the same players who had conspired to remove him ensured that his name was removed from the list hours before the oath-taking, and in his place, another leader from the same region was sworn in.

A few months ago, he was informed of his impending appointment as the Governor of Maharashtra, for which the local officials had already started preparing the office and his room accordingly. However, his detractors ensured that he was not given the post.

Having witnessed firsthand the struggle of reporters and the expectations that editors and management have from them, Jha always did his best to ensure that a journalist who met him for news would get something to write about. He never provided incorrect information and would say he was not aware of issues he genuinely didn’t know about, rather than engage in speculation or provide false information, as many politicians do.

Nevertheless, given his vast network of friends and well-wishers across India, there was rarely something he was not aware of. This reporter was privy to many news stories and pieces of information Jha provided days before they actually happened. His only unwritten rule was that he would not share anything that could be construed as going against the interests of the party.

However, to those he considered close, he would clearly warn them about individuals and leaders whom he knew would prove detrimental to their professional lives.

As long as he was in a position to help, he ensured that any journalist who came to him for assistance, whether for a job or financial help in an emergency, would not leave disappointed.

From Delhi based editors and roving editors to a trainee journalist who was a newcomer to the field of journalism, Jha would accord all of them the same respect and would go out of his way to help them.

During covid time, when Jha was down both professionally and personally due to health reasons, he still made calls to MPs and doctors to seek help for journalists. Despite not getting a favourable response from the opportunistic lots , he continued trying.

He was appointed as a Rajya Sabha MP for the first time in 2008 and then again in 2014. After his second tenure ended in 2020, the steady flow of people seeking favors began to dwindle at his Delhi residence. When asked about this by those who continued to visit him, Jha would say that this is normal human nature, and even bees avoid flowers that are past their prime. When the political situation in Madhya Pradesh changed last year and Mohan Yadav was appointed Chief Minister, the flow of visitors resumed, as Yadav was someone Jha had groomed and promoted.

While Jha never explicitly said so, it was clear that he felt a deep sadness about how the party chose not to utilize his political wisdom, acumen, and experience, which many independent observers would agree was far richer than that of many BJP leaders in influential positions.

Jha was the media in charge of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh until 2003. During his tenure, while staying in his one-room accommodation in Eknath Parisar in Raipur, the headquarters of BJP in Chhattisgarh, he devised the idea to publish 30 pages of booklets detailing how the Congress had failed the people in the two states. Later, this model was replicated in other states by the BJP.

Being a reporter, he understood the tastes of readers and the impact of newspapers and reporters. He would personally design ads, layout, and decide the ad amounts that would be released to the media by the party.

One day, in the early 2000, an agitated Jha chased a sitting BJP MP from a central state off the Eknath Parisar campus. Unbeknownst to many, the BJP MP had been clandestinely working for Congress and had met with party leaders hours before seeking a ticket. However, Jha, through his extensive network, discovered this betrayal and could not control his anger.

He was known for his influence over the bureaucracy in both states. Despite being considered one of the most influential leaders in the region, given his close relationships with RSS leader Suresh Soni and senior Rajnath Singh, he had no sense of arrogance like many of his contemporaries, and he would have dinner with bureaucrats at their home who trusted him with their secrets. He had very few political enemies and was liked equally by former Madhya Pradesh BJP CM Sunder Lal Patwa and former Congress CM Digvijaya Singh. When former Congress CM Ajit Jogi had passed away in 2020, Jah had shared with this correspondent the worries that he had for his son Amit Jogi and his wife, Renu Jogi.

In Bhopal, after emerging from the wings of his earlier mentor, Kushabhau Thakre, Jha would move around on his green Vespa scooter, mingling with reporters and their family members.

In his last few years, he initiated a project to develop the temple of Goddess Sita at Punaura Dham in Sitamarhi district. Every Diwali, he would light diyas at cremation grounds in Gwalior to honor his ancestors, whom he attributed his journey to.

With Jha’s passing, countless BJP workers across India have lost a leader they would turn to in times of need and advice. The BJP also lost a man who still had much to contribute to the party, but sadly, internal politics ensured that he left the world with this treasure trove still within him.

Congress Names Gaurav Gogoi As New Deputy Leader In Lok Sabha

July 14, 2024, 1:29 pm

In a significant move, the Congress party has appointed Gaurav Gogoi as the new Deputy Leader in the Lok Sabha. This decision aims to enhance the party’s leadership and strategic presence in the Parliament.

Gaurav Gogoi, the son of former Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi, has been an active and influential member of the Congress party. His new role as the Deputy Leader is expected to bring fresh energy and perspective to the party’s activities in the Lok Sabha.

The appointment comes at a crucial time when the Congress is gearing up for the upcoming parliamentary sessions and future elections. Party members believe that Gogoi’s leadership will strengthen their position and help in effectively voicing their concerns and policies.

Gogoi expressed his gratitude for the new role and emphasized his commitment to work diligently for the party and the people. “I am honored by this responsibility and will strive to contribute to the party’s growth and success,” he stated.

With Gogoi taking on this important position, the Congress party is hopeful for a more dynamic and robust representation in the Lok Sabha. This move is seen as a step towards rejuvenating the party’s leadership and preparing for the challenges ahead.

BJP Accuses Rahul Gandhi Of Using Divisive Tactics Like Mother

July 3, 2024, 4:37 pm

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has charged Rahul Gandhi with resorting to divisive tactics, reminiscent of his mother’s approach. According to BJP spokesperson Anil Baluni, Gandhi’s recent rhetoric and maneuvers are intended to provoke discord and split the electorate.

Baluni emphasized that such methods are a longstanding practice within the Congress party, implying a deliberate effort to disrupt political stability for electoral advantage.

Rahul Gandhi has been an outspoken critic of the BJP government, particularly highlighting issues related to governance and communal harmony. His recent comments, which the BJP claims are designed to incite public discontent, have intensified the friction between the two major political entities in India as they gear up for forthcoming elections.

The BJP contends that Gandhi’s actions are part of a broader strategy to undermine their administration and create a sense of instability. Baluni pointed out that similar tactics were employed by Gandhi’s mother, Sonia Gandhi, during her tenure in politics. This accusation underscores the BJP’s belief that the Congress party relies on creating turmoil to achieve its political objectives.

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What Balak Buddhi Rahul Gandhi did yesterday is neither surprising nor new. His mother Sonia Gandhi would do the same. to heckle Prime Minister Vajpayee… But Mr Modi is no Vajpayee and Rahul isn’t Sonia either.
Third Time Fail Rahul Gandhi has reduced himself to a caricature… pic.twitter.com/9rByuCqR5A

— Amit Malviya (@amitmalviya) July 3, 2024

Conversely, Congress leaders have defended Rahul Gandhi, stating that his criticisms are valid concerns regarding the government’s performance and shortcomings. They argue that the BJP is attempting to suppress legitimate dissent and shift focus away from critical national issues. Congress representatives maintain that Gandhi’s statements reflect the frustrations of many citizens who are dissatisfied with the current administration’s policies and actions.

As the political environment in India continues to shift, such disputes are expected to escalate, highlighting the deep-seated divisions and the high stakes involved in the nation’s political arena. The ongoing exchanges between the BJP and Congress illustrate the intense rivalry and the challenges each party faces in shaping the future of India’s political landscape.

‘Vote bank politics’ PM Modi Highlights Why Reservation Is Crucial Issue for 2024 Elections

May 28, 2024, 12:48 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accused the INDIA bloc of engaging in “vote bank politics” and criticized opposition parties for undermining the constitutional rights of Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). In an exclusive interview with ANI, Modi emphasized the importance of reservation in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, highlighting the need to protect the rights of marginalized communities and uphold constitutional principles.

Modi explained and alerted, “I want to alert the SC, ST, OBC, and other backward-class people because by keeping them in darkness, they are looting them.” He argued that the opposition, claiming to be the well-wishers of Dalits and Tribals, are actually their “staunch enemies.” He added, “I will fight for the rights of my Dalit, Tribal, OBC brothers and sisters. And that’s why I’m fighting the battle.”

The Prime Minister accused the opposition of converting educational institutions into minority institutions, thus eliminating reservations. He cited the example of Jamia Millia University in Delhi, which was designated a minority institution, resulting in the loss of reservations and affecting admissions and jobs. He revealed that around 10,000 such institutions have been removed from the reach of SC, ST, and OBC protections.

Modi expressed concern about the Congress party’s stance on reservations, particularly after they released their manifesto, ‘Nyay Patra,’ on April 5, which proposed a constitutional amendment to raise the 50 percent cap on reservations for SCs, STs, and OBCs. He criticized the Congress for suggesting quotas for minorities in sports and government tenders, arguing that such policies would harm hardworking individuals from other communities.

The Prime Minister also pointed out the opposition’s attempts to give OBC status to all Muslim castes in Andhra Pradesh, which was rejected by the Supreme Court and High Court. He criticized the opposition for abusing the judiciary and refusing to comply with court decisions for the sake of vote bank politics.

With six phases of the Lok Sabha elections completed, the final phase will be held on June 1, covering 57 constituencies in 8 states. The election results will be declared on June 4.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Live Updates: 57.7 % Voter Turnout Recorded Till 5 PM; WB Leads With 77.99 %

May 25, 2024, 9:54 am

Polling for the sixth phase of the general elections is taking place today in 58 constituencies across six states and two Union territories, including all 10 seats of Haryana and seven seats of Delhi are polling in this round of voting. The voting, which started at 7 am, is also being held on 14 seats of Uttar Pradesh, eight seats each of Bihar and West Bengal, six seats in Odisha, 4 seats in Jharkhand and one seat of Jammu and Kashmir. In this phase, 889 candidates are contending for seats. The Election Commission has approved 12 alternative identification documents in addition to the Voter ID card (EPIC) for voter verification at polling stations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday encouraged people to vote in large numbers as phase 6 of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 commenced. In his poll day message on X, he stated, “Every vote counts, make yours count too.”

May 25, 2024 6.25 PM IST

57.7 Voter turnout recorded till 5 pm, in the 6th phase of elections

Bihar – 52.24%
Haryana – 55.93%
J&K-51.35%
Jharkhand-61.41%
Delhi-53.73%
Odisha-59.60%
Uttar Pradesh – 52.02%
West Bengal-77.99%

May 25, 2024 4.15 PM IST

49.2% voter turnout recorded till 3 pm, in the 6th phase of elections.

#LokSabhaElections2024 | 49.2% voter turnout recorded till 3 pm, in the 6th phase of elections.

Bihar- 45.21%
Haryana- 46.26%
Jammu & Kashmir- 44.41%
Jharkhand- 54.34%
Delhi- 44.58%
Odisha- 48.44%
Uttar Pradesh-43.95%
West Bengal- 70.19% pic.twitter.com/CnEFFL3nUt

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 4.04 PM IST

Odisha records 48.44% voter turnout till 3 pm in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly.

Odisha records 48.44% voter turnout till 3 pm in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly. pic.twitter.com/RlBq4a2WvI

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 4.00 PM IST

Delhi recorded a voter turnout of 44.58% at 3 pm in the sixth phase of Lok Sabha election. North-east Delhi recorded the most polling at 47.85%, followed by North-west Delhi at 44.78%, West Delhi at 44.91%, East Delhi at 44.7%, Chandni Chowk at 43.24%, South Delhi at 42.96%, and New Delhi at 42.17%.

May 25, 2024 3. 40 PM IST

ITPO Chairman Pradeep Singh Kharola says, “My mother has come with me to cast her vote. She is 99 years old and has exercised her right to vote keeping in mind the development of the nation… Voting is a very important right and everyone must exercise this right.”

#WATCH | Delhi: ITPO Chairman Pradeep Singh Kharola says, "My mother has come with me to cast her vote. She is 99 years old and has exercised her right to vote keeping in mind the development of the nation… Voting is a very important right and everyone must exercise this… pic.twitter.com/csiILc6WOz

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 3.12 PM IST

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi expressed his hope that PM Narendra Modi does not secure a third term as Prime Minister. Commenting on Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s statement regarding Muslim reservation, Owaisi warned, “He (Amit Shah) will end the reservation for everyone. He will end the constitution also.”

#WATCH | Patna, Bihar: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi says, "… We hope that PM Narendra Modi does not become the Prime Minister for the 3rd time…"

On Union Home Minister Amit Shah's statement on Muslim reservation, he says, "He (Amit Shah) will end the reservation for… pic.twitter.com/QvknGpVGi0

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 3.09 PM IST

RJD Candidate from Vaishali, Vijay Kumar Shukla says,” I urge the public to vote for removing unemployment, inflation..Reservation, farming and form the government of ‘mahagathbandhan’….I am confident of my victory….”

May 25, 2024 3.00 PM IST

Senior doctors and staff of the Army Research and Referral Hospital led by Commandant Lt Gen Ajith Nilkanthan exercised their voting rights at different polling in Delhi Cantt and other areas.

Senior doctors and staff of the Army Research and Referral Hospital led by Commandant Lt Gen Ajith Nilkanthan exercised their voting rights at different polling in Delhi Cantt and other areas. pic.twitter.com/I3cbet4yC8

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 2.33 PM IST

Chief Electoral Officer Maharashtra says, “It is noticed that some old video from other states are getting circulated through social media showing miscreants trying to vitiate the poll process and particularly tampering with EVM. It is clarified that such videos are not related to Lok Sabha Elections 2024 in Maharashtra. The poll in the state is completed smoothly and peacefully.”

Lok Sabha elections | Chief Electoral Officer Maharashtra says, "It is noticed that some old video from other states are getting circulated through social media showing miscreants trying to vitiate the poll process and particularly tampering with EVM. It is clarified that such… pic.twitter.com/6MhlScjVoP

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 2.30 PM IST

Former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi, who is a sitting BJP MP from the seat, urged people to vote in large numbers. She said results on June 4 will be in favour of BJP. “I not a fortune teller. All I can tell is the results that will be coming on June 4 will be in favour of BJP,” she stated.

May 25, 2024 2.04 PM IST

39.13% voter turnout recorded till 1 pm, in the 6th phase of elections.

#LokSabhaElections2024 | 39.13% voter turnout recorded till 1 pm, in the 6th phase of elections.

Bihar- 36.48%
Haryana- 36.48%
Jammu & Kashmir- 35.22%
Jharkhand- 42.54%
Delhi- 34.37%
Odisha- 35.69%
Uttar Pradesh-37.23%
West Bengal- 54.80% pic.twitter.com/1dIx326TPA

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 2.02 PM IST

Odisha records 35.69% voter turnout till 1 pm in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly.

Odisha records 35.69% voter turnout till 1 pm in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly. pic.twitter.com/XVXXT8iQUW

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 1.40 PM IST

BJP candidate from Medinipur Lok Sabha seat, Agnimitra Paul alleges that BJP polling agents are not being allowed inside polling booths in Keshiary

#WATCH | Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal | BJP candidate from Medinipur Lok Sabha seat, Agnimitra Paul alleges that BJP polling agents are not being allowed inside polling booths in Keshiary as voting is underway in the parliamentary constituency

“Are you not seeing that our… pic.twitter.com/CREGf4awJa

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12.58 PM IST

In an effort to incentivize voting participation, it was reported that a sweets shop in the Civil Lines area was providing complimentary ‘Rasmalai’ to individuals who cast their votes.

#WATCH | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh | To encourage people to exercise their right to vote, a sweets shop in Civil Lines area is serving 'Rasmalai' free of cost to those who vote pic.twitter.com/cV4dlmlg0p

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12. 52 PM IST

Union Minister and BJP MP Meenakashi Lekhi casts her vote at a polling station in Delhi

#WATCH | Union Minister and BJP MP Meenakashi Lekhi casts her vote for #LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling station in Delhi.

She says, " I urge everyone to come out and vote. It is a festival of democracy and everyone should vote…Our government is going to be formed once… pic.twitter.com/27GokqlPi5

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12. 42 PM IST

Former Haryana Minister Anil Vij casts his vote at in Ambala

#WATCH | Lok Sabha elections | Former Haryana Minister Anil Vij casts his vote at in Ambala pic.twitter.com/3so9j0Tfnq

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12. 42 PM IST

Former Indian Cricket Team Captain MS Dhoni arrives at a polling station in Ranchi to cast his vote

#WATCH | Jharkhand: Former Indian Cricket Team Captain MS Dhoni arrives at a polling station in Ranchi to cast his vote for #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/BOrvEkNyfA

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12. 35 PM IST

BJP candidate from East Champaran Radha Mohan Singh casts his vote in Bihar’s Motihari

#WATCH | Lok Sabha elections | BJP candidate from East Champaran Radha Mohan Singh casts his vote in Bihar's Motihari pic.twitter.com/RDMXlxLSId

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12. 29 PM IST

BJP candidate from South Delhi Lok Sabha seat Ramvir Singh Bidhuri shows his inked finger after casting his vote

#WATCH | BJP candidate from South Delhi Lok Sabha seat Ramvir Singh Bidhuri shows his inked finger after casting his vote at a polling booth in Delhi, for the sixth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/wKWYKmv4xm

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12. 26 PM IST

BJP candidate from Ghatal Lok Sabha seat, Hiran Chatterjee was stopped by a group of protestors in Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur.

#WATCH | West Bengal: BJP candidate from Ghatal Lok Sabha seat, Hiran Chatterjee was stopped by a group of protestors in Ghatal, Paschim Medinipur. pic.twitter.com/eQwsuSpVxw

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12.19 PM IST

Addressing a public gathering in Patliputra, Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the differences between himself and the INDIA alliance in the 2024 elections. He emphasized his dedication to working tirelessly for the people 24/7 to build a developed and self-reliant India by 2047.

#WATCH | Addressing a public gathering in Patliputra, Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "…In these 2024 elections on one hand there is Modi who is working hard for all of you 24 hours, and on the other hand, there is the INDI alliance who lies to you. On one hand, there… pic.twitter.com/bQ2iLe6RhU

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12.19 PM IST

After casting his vote for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Congress leader Pramod Tiwari expressed gratitude for the opportunity to vote for a stable, secular, and progressive government in a free India. He predicted that in the sixth phase, the INDIA alliance would surpass 300 seats.

May 25, 2024 12.12 PM IST

25.76% voter turnout recorded till 11 am, in the 6th phase of elections.

#LokSabhaElections2024 | 25.76% voter turnout recorded till 11 am, in the 6th phase of elections.

Bihar- 23.67%
Haryana- 22.09%
Jammu & Kashmir- 23.11%
Jharkhand- 27.80%
Delhi- 21.69%
Odisha- 21.30%
Uttar Pradesh-27.06%
West Bengal- 36.88% pic.twitter.com/iwy8GyKzFe

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12.09 PM IST

Odisha records 21.32% voter turnout till 11 am in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly.

Odisha records 21.32% voter turnout till 11 am in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly. pic.twitter.com/fLK6eRWV2y

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 12.06 PM IST

Former union minister and BJP leader Dr. Harsh Vardhan, along with his family, voted at Ratan Devi Senior Secondary Girls School in Krishna Nagar, Delhi. He emphasized the importance of the 2024 voting for the country’s future and expressed confidence that Narendra Modi would become Prime Minister for the third time, which he believed was in the best interest of the country. Vardhan criticized other parties, including Congress, for preventing stable governments and highlighted the need for stability. He contrasted development with corruption and the “unholy alliance” of the opposition.

#WATCH | Former union minister & BJP leader Dr. Harsh Vardhan along with his family voted at Ratan Devi Senior Secondary Girls School, Krishna Nagar in Delhi

“2024 voting is very important for the future of the country. I am confident that Narendra Modi ji will become the Prime… pic.twitter.com/tax8MQAmPy

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.43 AM IST

After casting his vote, MP & BJP candidate from North-East Delhi, Manoj Tiwari says, ” This vote is in the interest of the nation and every person is standing with Modi ji. The people of Opposition have given their introduction…People like Kanhaiya Kumar celebrate when our paramilitary forces personnel lay down their lives fighting naxals. It is only Narendra Modi who is in the race, people will not waste their vote by giving it to anyone else.”

#WATCH | Delhi | After casting his vote, MP & BJP candidate from North-East Delhi, Manoj Tiwari says, " This vote is in the interest of the nation and every person is standing with Modi ji. The people of Opposition have given their introduction…People like Kanhaiya Kumar… pic.twitter.com/otQJN5YXSz

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.23 AM IST

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal along with his family members casted votes

#WATCH | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, his family members show their inked fingers after casting their votes for the sixth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 at a polling booth in Delhi pic.twitter.com/Za10pO9sW2

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.23 AM IST

PDP chief and candidate from the Anantnag–Rajouri Lok Sabha seat, Mehbooba Mufti, claimed that there were false accusations being made and that efforts were being made to rig the elections. She stated that these actions were intended to instill fear in the people to discourage Kashmiris from voting. Mufti asserted that if the people of South Kashmir turned out to vote, she would win and go to parliament, which her opponents could not tolerate.

#WATCH | Anantnag, J&K: PDP chief and candidate from Anantnag–Rajouri Lok Sabha seat, Mehbooba Mufti says, "…They are lying. They have been given the responsibility to rig the elections… This is just to induce fear in the minds of the people so that the Kashmiris don't come… https://t.co/5tZ7uigSNv pic.twitter.com/yh0vEd0yda

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.20 AM IST

Congress candidate from North East Delhi, Kanhaiya Kumar, expressed confidence that Congress would secure 3 seats and AAP would win 4 seats in Delhi. He noted the great enthusiasm among the people and stated that the massive voter turnout indicated a desire for change. Kumar mentioned issues with some EVMs not working at several locations but hoped that the Election Commission of India would resolve these issues promptly. He also remarked that when people talk about “400 paar,” they are referring to the price of petrol, not the number of seats.

#WATCH | Congress candidate from North East Delhi Kanhaiya Kumar says "In Delhi, Congress will get 3 seats and AAP will get 4 seats…There is a great enthusiasm among people. The massive voter turnout shows that people want change. Some EVMs were not working at several places… pic.twitter.com/rMP2eLvUeC

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.15 AM IST

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal along with his family members arrives at a polling booth in Delhi to cast their votes.

#WATCH | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal along with his family members arrives at a polling booth in Delhi to cast their votes for the sixth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/ehRhq9eQVm

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.15 AM IST

After casting his vote, BJP MLA Siddharth Nath Singh says, “Everyone should vote in the grand festival of democracy. India needs decisive and powerful leadership. We are moving towards the success of the slogan of 400 Paar.”

#WATCH Phulpur, Prayagraj: After casting his vote, BJP MLA Siddharth Nath Singh says, "Everyone should vote in the grand festival of democracy. India needs decisive and powerful leadership. We are moving towards the success of the slogan of 400 Paar." #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/EdUYvHdOdd

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.14 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami appealed to all voters to vote to fulfill the resolve of Viksit Bharat and for the nation’s bright future and he further assured that people in Delhi have given their support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi,

#WATCH | Delhi: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said, "I appeal to all voters to vote to fulfill the resolve of Viksit Bharat and for our bright future… People in Delhi have given their support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi…" pic.twitter.com/IiPWeJajW2

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.12 AM IST

Congress candidate from North West Delhi Lok Sabha seat, Udit Raj showed his inked finger after casting his vote.

#WATCH | Congress candidate from North West Delhi Lok Sabha seat, Udit Raj shows his inked finger after casting his vote for the sixth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/oyAqWCYnj1

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.09 AM IST

Delhi minister Kailash Gahlot casts his vote for the sixth phase

#WATCH | Delhi minister Kailash Gahlot casts his vote for the sixth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 , at a polling station in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/dpymsgNtN1

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.07 AM IST

Prayagraj: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya cast his vote along with his wife in the sixth phase of Lok sabha election 2024.

#WATCH Prayagraj: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya cast his vote along with his wife in the sixth phase of #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/sMUvbt4k2n

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 11.04 AM IST

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar shared, “When I voted for the first time, I had gone with my father, and today he is 95 years old; he voted along with me today… This is a matter of great pride for me and every voter must cast their vote… Very good voting is taking place in the entire country. You see in Jammu and Kashmir, how good voting is taking place there…”

#WATCH | Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar says, "When I voted for the first time, I had gone with my father and today he is 95 years old, he voted along with me today…This is a matter of great pride for me and every voter must cast their vote…Very good voting is taking… pic.twitter.com/1m8lbwwwz5

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.55 AM IST

Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, Gyanesh Kumar cast vote in Delhi

Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, Gyanesh Kumar cast vote in Delhi

Read @ANI Story | https://t.co/mZ9RQcdsFJ #SukhbirSinghSandhu #GyaneshKumar #ElectionCommissioners #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/Mwf8CL7b4H

— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.48 AM IST

Odisha records 7.57% voter turnout till 9 am in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly.

Odisha records 7.57% voter turnout till 9 am in the third phase of elections to its State Legislative Assembly. pic.twitter.com/8jdicarUDo

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.44 AM IST

Low voter turnout of 8.94 recorded in Delhi till 9.am

Delhi saw a low voter turnout till 9 am on Saturday, May 25. An average voter turnout of 8.94 was recorded in Delhi till 9 am, with the lowest in New Delhi constituency.

May 25, 2024 10.44 AM IST

AAP MP Sanjay Singh remarked, “Elections are a festival of democracy, and India is the biggest democracy in the world. I appeal to the people of India, with folded hands, to vote for strengthening the Constitution of India, for protecting democracy, and for the end of dictatorship. Today, we all know that when there is a political, democratic system, everything is governed through Parliament and Legislative Assemblies. Good representatives will go there, work for schools, hospitals, electricity, and water… INDIA alliance will get more than 300 seats…”

#WATCH | AAP MP Sanjay Singh says "Elections are a festival of democracy and India is the biggest democracy in the world. I will appeal to the people of India, with folded hands, to vote for strengthening the Constitution of India, for protecting democracy, and for the end of… pic.twitter.com/mxPiTPiv4c

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.28 AM IST

Haryana: Dronacharya awardee and wrestling coach Mahavir Singh Phogat says, “It feels good to cast our vote. I appeal to all the voters to cast their votes in large numbers…”

#WATCH | Haryana: Dronacharya awardee and wrestling coach Mahavir Singh Phogat says, "It feels good to cast our vote. I appeal to all the voters to cast their votes in large numbers…" https://t.co/UpRONIJftB pic.twitter.com/U8HTA8hbo9

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.18 AM IST

LS Polls: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik casts his vote in Bhubaneswar

LS Polls: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik casts his vote in Bhubaneswar

Read @ANI Story | https://t.co/XGCqLwyXqb #OdishaCM #NaveenPatnaik #Bhubaneswar #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/31fFr1uTZB

— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.15 AM IST

LS polls: West Bengal records 16.64 pc voter turnout till 9 am, Uttar Pradesh at 12.33 pc

LS polls: West Bengal records 16.64 pc voter turnout till 9 am, Uttar Pradesh at 12.33 pc

Read @ANI Story | https://t.co/CsJKQlDtPa #LokSabhaElections2024 #WestBengal #UttarPradesh pic.twitter.com/MubCorYUmH

— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.11 AM IST

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra casted her vote

We are keeping aside our grievances and casting votes for our Constitution and democracy…’Mujhe iss baat par garv hai’…” says Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra when asked about Rahul Gandhi voting for AAP and Arvind Kejriwal voting for Congress in the Lok sabha election

#WATCH | "We are keeping aside our grievances and casting votes for our Constitution and democracy…'Mujhe iss baat par garv hai'…" says Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra when asked about Rahul Gandhi voting for AAP and Arvind Kejriwal voting for Congress in the… pic.twitter.com/TyUulu4gCX

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.07 AM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi casted his vote

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi along with Robert Vadra and his children Raihan Rajiv Vadra and Miraya Vadra, wait outside a polling booth in Delhi where Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is casting her vote

#WATCH | Congress leader Rahul Gandhi along with Robert Vadra and his children Raihan Rajiv Vadra and Miraya Vadra, wait outside a polling booth in Delhi where Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is casting her vote#LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/buE0fQ9UqR

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.05 AM IST

After casting vote former Indian Cricketer Kapil Dev says “I feel very happy that we are under democracy. The important thing is to pick the right people for your constituency…What we can do is more important than what the govt can do…”

#WATCH | After casting his vote for the #LokSabhaElections2024 , former Indian Cricketer Kapil Dev says "I feel very happy that we are under democracy. The important thing is to pick the right people for your constituency…What we can do is more important than what the govt can… pic.twitter.com/Cl0XAb71Aq

— ANI (@ANI) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 10.01 AM IST

Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s son and daughter cast their votes in the sixth phase of the general elections. Priyanka’s son Raihan Rajiv Vadra and daughter Miraya cast their votes in Delhi.

Congress' Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's children cast their votes, urge everyone to exercise their rights

Read @ANI Story | https://t.co/T9uaungQ2p #PriyankaGandhi #Congress #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/rLfOe2dwjy

— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 9:57 AM IST

Lok Sabha Election 2024 sixth phase Voter Turnout of 10.82% in the 58 constituencies voting today, till 9 am:

The Election Commission of India reported an approximate voter turnout of 10.82% in the 58 constituencies voting today, till 9 am. West Bengal registered a turnout of 16.5%, Uttar Pradesh recorded 12.3%, Delhi saw 8.9%, and the Anantnag Rajouri seat in Jammu and Kashmir had 8.8%. Additionally, 42 assembly constituencies in Odisha are also holding elections alongside the Lok Sabha elections today.

May 25, 2024 9:46 AM IST

“EVM not working, waiting outside my polling booth,” says BJP leader Sambit Patra in Puri

"EVM not working, waiting outside my polling booth," says BJP leader Sambit Patra in Puri

Read @ANI Story | https://t.co/gjrdzuaHTJ #SambitPatra #Puri #BJP #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/PLIVaih22t

— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 25, 2024

May 25, 2024 9:32 AM IST

Former wrestler and BJP leader Babita Phogat cast her vote

Former wrestler and BJP leader Babita Phogat cast her vote in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha election 2024. She said, “We should vote for ‘Viksit Bharat’…I appeal to everyone to come in large numbers & cast their votes…”

May 25, 2024 9:32 AM IST

Lok Sabha polls: President Droupadi Murmu cast her vote in Delhi

As the sixth phase of polling for the Lok Sabha elections is underway, President Droupadi Murmu cast her vote at a polling booth in the national capital.
After casting her vote, President Murmu showed her inked finger.

May 25, 2024 9:25 AM IST

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Casted his vote

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar along with his wife Sudesh Dhankhar also arrived at a polling booth in Delhi to cast their vote. Vice President Dhankhar and his wife Sudesh Dhankhar showed their inked fingers after casting their votes. After casting his vote, Vice President Dhankhar says, “…Voting is both a responsibility and a power. India is the world’s most vibrant, active and effective democracy.”

"Voting not only duty but a significant power," says Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar

Read @ANI Story | https://t.co/i186wD20P1 #JagdeepDhankar #LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/OEOA04CNWt

— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) May 25, 2024

PM Modi Exclusive Interview: My Priority Was To Ensure That Every Poor Household Has A lit Stove

May 23, 2024, 10:38 am

In a recent exclusive interview, Prime Minister Modi was questioned about the initiative to lift 25 crore people out of poverty and the provision of ration to 80 crore impoverished individuals, emphasizing its current and future necessity.

PM Modi responded by recounting past challenges, citing instances where food grains went to waste during previous administrations. He highlighted his administration’s proactive approach, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on ensuring basic necessities for every poor household.

PM Modi said, “When Manmohan Singh ji was the Prime Minister, news was rife with reports of food grains getting spoilt. So, the Supreme Court asked the government as to why the grains were not being distributed among the poor. Manmohan Singh ji, who was the Prime Minister then, stated on record that they could not distribute the grains and that it was impossible to do it. That is the consequence of his thinking. I faced the same issue, especially during COVID-19. My first goal was to ensure that a stove should be lit in every poor household. So, I started working on it.”

He further said, “I have stated this for the next five years as well because in the lives of those who come out of poverty… For example, one returns home from the hospital. The treatment has been done but precaution is necessary. A doctor advises you to take rest for a particular duration after returning home, tells you what to eat and what to refrain from consuming, and what to take care of. Why? The illness has already been addressed, but if anything is endangered then the condition of the person would return to what it was. That is why poor people who escape poverty need handholding. They should not return to that state in any condition.”

PM Modi outlined a vision for the next five years, aiming to empower individuals to stand independently after escaping poverty, ensuring they do not slip back into deprivation even in times of adversity.

He continued to say, “Once they escape poverty, they should be empowered to stand strong. In my understanding, in the next five years, those who have escaped poverty should be able to firmly stand on their feet. Any unfortunate incident in their family, should not push them to poverty again. And only then will the country eradicate poverty.”

PM Modi emphasized that sustainable poverty eradication requires not just lifting people out of poverty but also enabling them to remain resilient and self-reliant, ultimately contributing to the nation’s overall poverty reduction efforts.

PM Modi Exclusive Interview: Opposition Seeks Publicity By Making Me Focal Point In their discussions

May 22, 2024, 7:50 pm

In the exclusive interview, the Prime Minister Modi was questioned about the Opposition frequently mentioning his name, “Why the opposition seems to center their poll agenda around him, making Narendra Modi the focal point of their discussions?”

In response the Prime Minister Modi stated that the current opposition parties lack the ability to address real issues facing the country. As a result, they attempt to divert public attention by focusing on him. PM Modi pointed out that people can compare the administration from 2004 to 2014 with the governance of other parties since independence. He criticized the Opposition for not playing a constructive role for the nation and for using his name to stay in the media spotlight.

PM Modi said, “To understand why they discuss Narendra Modi, we must first understand the Opposition. To understand them, one can examine the administration between 2004 and 2014.”

He added, “The Opposition has not been able to play a strong role. Even as the Opposition, the way they are falling apart, they did not play a constructive role of any kind. Despite deep discussions, they haven’t been able to bring serious issues to the public attention.”

Further elaborating, he remarked, “They think that by their antics, taking up space in the media, they would be able to keep their boat afloat. Even in this election, I have seen that they make fresh attempts every day to acquire media space, be it by making videos, nonsensical statements, or behaving in a way that people don’t normally behave. So they do this to acquire space in the media.”

Explaining the motives of opposition parties, he said, “Now abusing Modi is one such antic, where, if nothing else, they are guaranteed publicity. Even a small-time politician, if he bad-mouths me, will get about an hour of media attention. Perhaps they see Modi as a ladder to climb up in their political career.”

PM Modi Exclusive Interview: Ram Mandir Should Have Been Built Right After Independence

May 22, 2024, 12:22 pm

Prime Minister Modi addressed the Ram Mandir construction, highlighting Iqbal Ansari, a key figure in the legal battle, who prominently displayed a placard reading ‘Modi ka Parivaar’. Ansari‘s active involvement in the Ram Mandir inauguration event signifies the minority community’s connection to PM Modi’s policies and welfare initiatives.

PM Modi confronted opposition claims stating that the Congress party, which held power for decades, could have facilitated the construction of Ram Mandir soon after Independence. However, he mentioned that political motives hindered this process, fearing it would impact their vote bank.

PM Modi emphasized, “Ram Mandir should have been built right after Independence. In all these years, it wasn’t built because they (Congress) felt it would affect their vote bank.” He highlighted the efforts made in courts to obstruct the construction. Despite this, when the Supreme Court’s judgment allowed for the establishment of a trust, its members, despite past differences, extended invitations to Congress Party members for the consecration ceremony, which were declined.

He further noted that despite his lifelong involvement in the Babri Masjid case, Iqbal Ansari respected the Supreme Court’s verdict and attended the ‘Shilanyas’ and ‘Pran Prathistha’ ceremonies. This, according to PM Modi, illustrates Ansari’s stance on the matter.

Historically Speaking Ep 2: Unraveling Majoritarianism, Dynasty Politics And PM Modi’s Influence

May 20, 2024, 4:17 pm

Historically Speaking with Dr. Aishwarya Pandit Sharma has released an engaging new episode titled “Unravelling the Dance of Democracy.” This episode features a thought-provoking conversation with S Prasannarajan, the esteemed Editor of Open Magazine.

S Prasannarajan offers insightful perspectives on several critical topics, including the challenges faced by the opposition, noting how Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh became a selected rather than elected PM. He also discusses Rahul Gandhi’s strategy and its impact within his own party, the influence of Modi in the current political landscape, majoritarianism, and dynasty politics. The discussion provides a careful analysis of these elements, highlighting their significance in the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections 2024.

Historically Speaking is a podcast dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of the past, offering listeners a deep dive into historical events and narratives that continue to shape our present and future.

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