India's Election Commission has extended invitations to 75 guests from election management bodies (EMBs) across 23 nations to witness the unfolding of the world's largest elections. This initiative, unprecedented in scale, aims to showcase the democratic process to a global audience. Representatives from Bhutan, Mongolia, Australia, Madagascar, Fiji, and more will participate, alongside members of the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) and media teams from Bhutan and I

In a fervent address at an election rally in Palamu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized past Congress administrations, branding them as feeble in addressing terrorism issues with Pakistan. Modi asserted that previous governments resorted to sending love letters to Pakistan in pursuit of peace, only to receive a surge of terrorists in return. Modi emphasized a decisive shift in India's stance towards Pakistan following the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, attributing it to the power of individu

Chess legend Garry Kasparov took a subtle jab at Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, suggesting he should secure victory in Raebareli before aiming for higher positions. Kasparov's remark came in response to a tweet praising him for avoiding facing the alleged greatest chess genius of our times. In another interaction, Kasparov responded to actor Ranvir Shorey's tweet, cautioning against interpreting his jest as political expertise. He humorously noted his observation of politicians venturing into

The Lok Sabha elections for 2024 are in full swing, with Phase 3 set to take place on May 7th. This phase encompasses 95 seats across 12 states and Union Territories. Among the contenders are notable figures such as Union Home Minister Amit Shah, rebel BJP leader KS Eshwarappa, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Dimple Yadav, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, and Supriya Sule. The key players in Phase 3 hail from prominent political parties including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Samajwadi Party

In a surprising turn of events, the Congress party's decision to field Rahul Gandhi from the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat has sparked a fresh narrative in Amethi. Smriti Irani, Union Minister and BJP candidate from Amethi, wasted no time in interpreting this move as an implicit admission of defeat by the Congress. Irani, addressing reporters in Amethi, welcomed the decision but not without a hint of triumph. The absence of the Gandhis from Amethi's battleground signifies their acknowledgment

In a recent development, the Delhi High Court has given permission to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia to visit his unwell wife once a week while he remains in custody under the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). This decision came following Sisodia's plea, challenging the denial of bail by a trial court in the excise policy case. The matter has been postponed until May 8, 2024. Sisodia, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, took the matte

Rahul Gandhi's decision to run for office in Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli constituency has brought fresh attention to a long-standing connection between the Gandhi family and this area. The roots of this relationship trace back to 1952 when Feroze Gandhi, Rahul's grandfather, first represented Rae Bareli in the Lok Sabha. Over the years, this bond has only grown stronger, particularly under the leadership of his grandmother, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who won the seat in 1967

The 2024 Lok Sabha elections are set to unfold in seven phases, spanning from April 19 to June 1, with results expected on June 4. The Election Commission has revealed the schedule, highlighting that April 19 will witness the highest number of constituencies, totaling 102, while the fifth phase, on May 20, will see the lowest number at just 49. Here's a breakdown of the election phases across different states: Single Poll Date (22 states): Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a strong critique against the Trinamool Congress (TMC) during a rally in Bardhaman-Durgapur, West Bengal. He asserted that the TMC has marginalized Hindus in the state, making them feel like second-class citizens. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has nominated Dilip Ghosh to contest against TMC candidate Kirti Azad, a former cricketer turned politician. Modi criticized the TMC for its inability to foster development, accusing them of resorting to divisive ta

Politics Isn't About Personal Gain, Asserts BJP Nominee Ujjwal Nikam:Ujjwal Nikam, the Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate for the Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat, emphasized his commitment to public service, stating he's not driven by personal ambitions in politics. Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi for enhancing India's global standing, Nikam expressed his desire to contribute to Modi's vision. This marks a significant chapter in my life. Prime Minister Modi has tire

The Congress party has revealed its contenders for the crucial Amethi and Raebareli seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh. Kishori Lal Sharma, a trusted aide of the Gandhi family, will stand from Amethi, while Rahul Gandhi will contest from Raebareli. Sharma, with over four decades of allegiance to the Congress, steps into the political fray alongside a powerful opponent, BJP's Smriti Irani, in Amethi. This move signifies the Congress's resolve to reclaim its traditi

Congress has finally revealed its picks for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024, and it's all about the Gandhi family. Rahul Gandhi is set to contest from Rae Bareli, taking over the seat his mother, Sonia Gandhi, left vacant. Meanwhile, there's a surprise in store for Amethi, with K L Sharma chosen as the Congress candidate, a break from the usual Gandhi stronghold. After much anticipation and speculation, the Congress party announced their candidates just hours before the nomination

Kolkata: A video clip allegedly showing Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury suggesting it's better to vote for the BJP than TMC has sparked controversy in West Bengal. Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condemned Chowdhury's statement, accusing him of lacking ideology and principles. The Trinamool Congress (TMC), an ally in the opposition bloc, strongly criticized Chowdhury's remarks, calling him out for promoting the BJP's agenda. Chowdhury's alleged statement surfaced

RAIPUR : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday cautioned Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge against telling lies on behalf of the Gandhi family. He warned that Kharge would ultimately be sacrificed by the Gandhi family if the Congress loses the elections on June 4. Amit Shah's remarks were in response to Kharge's criticisms of the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Shah defended the government's record, asking Kharge, Kharge ji says, if Modi comes to power, the poor will be de

DELHI : Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's lawyer has clarified that Reddy was not involved in sharing a controversial video of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, which was allegedly doctored to show Shah promising to scrap SC, ST, and OBC reservations. The lawyer, who appeared before the Delhi Police following a summons in connection with the case, stated that the video was not shared from Reddy's official account and requested the police to withdraw the notice issued to Reddy. Reddy

ISLAMABAD: The BJP launched a scathing attack on the Congress after Chaudhry Fawad Hussain, a former minister in Imran Khan's cabinet in Pakistan, shared a video of Rahul Gandhi on social media and praised the Congress leader. Amit Malviya, head of the BJP's IT cell, questioned whether the Congress was planning to contest elections in Pakistan due to Hussain's promotion of Rahul Gandhi. Rahul on fire . https://t.co/6pi1mL0bQN Ch Fawad Hussain (@fawadchaudhry) May 1, 2024 Malviya cit

Lucknow: In a recent statement, Rajnath Singh, Union Defence Minister and Bharati Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Lucknow, reiterated claims made by Mahatma Gandhi about abolishing Congress shortly after India gained Independence in 1947. Singh's remarks reignited discussions around Gandhi's purported desire to dissolve Congress, a topic that has sparked debates in 2017, 2019, and 2023. According to Singh, Gandhi advocated for the abolition of Congress post-Independence, but his advice

RAIPUR : A political controversy has erupted in Chhattisgarh after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge made a remark during a campaign rally comparing a Congress candidate's name, Shivakumar Dahariya, to Lord Shiva, stating he could compete with Lord Ram due to his name. Kharge also warned the BJP against using religious rhetoric to influence voters, emphasizing the need for people to avoid being misled by religious discussions. - , Ram vs Shiva ? After attacking Sanatan,

DHUBRI: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi launched a sharp attack on the BJP during a poll rally in Assam on Wednesday, accusing the saffron party of becoming the world's richest party in just 10 years while Congress had not accumulated as much wealth in 70 years. She criticized the BJP's electoral bonds issue and claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was out of touch with the realities faced by ordinary people due to his egoism. Priyanka Gandhi also alleged that Assam is experiencing

Amethi : The block president attempted suicide late on Tuesday evening in the Congress Bhawan complex in Gauriganj, Amethi. He tried to hang himself by hanging himself from a tree. However, he was saved in time by Congress workers. Reports say that Block President Avnish Mishra Senani tried to take this step after being upset over the ticket not being finalized from Amethi yet. He is busy demanding Congress MP and former president Rahul Gandhi to contest elections from Amethi. Earlier, due to la

New Delhi: Rupali Ganguly, well-known for her role in the popular television series 'Anupamaa', has officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Her induction took place at the BJP headquarters in Delhi, with party general secretary Vinod Tawde in attendance. Ganguly, famous for portraying the lead character in 'Anupamaa', has garnered immense love from viewers for her role as a devoted housewife. Prior to her role in 'Anupamaa', she has also appeared in other succ

New Delhi: Delhi Congress has suffered another major setback. After Congress State President Arvinder Singh Lovely, two former Congress MLAs have also resigned. In the resignation, displeasure has been expressed regarding the statement of Udit Raj and the AAP-Congress alliance. Former Congress MLAs Neeraj Basoya and Naseeb Singh have resigned from the primary membership of the party. He has written in his letter that it is extremely insulting to continue our alliance with AAP, because AAP has be

The politics of the state has heated up due to a recent comment by Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. In fact, Chief Minister Jagan Reddy claimed that Prime Minister Modi's photo has been removed from the joint manifesto of Chandrababu Naidu's TDP and Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena Party. The CM claimed that a call came from Delhi, after which the photos of Prime Minister Modi have been removed from the joint manifesto of both the parties. However, NDA leaders rejected Chief Minister

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has also issued notice to Janata Dal (Secular) MLA HD Revanna, his son and Hassan MP Prajjwal Revanna on Tuesday. The notice has been issued in the case of alleged sexual harassment. Sources say that both have been asked to appear before the SIT for investigation. Case registered on woman's complaint: Reports say that a case was registered at Holenarasipura police station in Hassan district on Sunday on the complaint of a woman working in Revanna's ho

Former Punjab MLA Dalvir Singh Goldy has made a swift political move, switching from the Congress to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) just a day after bidding adieu to his former party. The switch was formalized in Chandigarh, with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann witnessing Goldy's induction into the AAP ranks. Goldy's departure from the Congress stemmed from his dissatisfaction over being denied a ticket to contest from the Sangrur Lok Sabha constituency. His frustration was palpable, lead

4-time MP and President of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Asaduddin Owaisi has never contested the Hyderabad Lok Sabha elections, but has won. The margin of victory is also in lakhs. No party could field such a strong candidate that he would have to contest the elections. That's why he has been undefeated for 20 years. His father had also been winning like this for 20 years. However, this time the case is different. His direct contest is with Dr. Madhavi Lata of BJP. She is n

New Delhi: D efence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressing public meetings in Khandwa and Badwani district of Madhya Pradesh, likened the Congress party to a sinking ship with a hole in the bottom, stating that no power in the world could prevent it from sinking. Taking a veiled dig at the Gandhi family, Singh remarked, After independence, Mahatma Gandhi suggested dissolving the Congress as democracy had been established in the country. However, the leaders of Congress ignored Mahatma Gandhi's a

New delhi: Amid speculation regarding AAP leader Raghav Chadha's prolonged absence from the political scene, Delhi minister Saurabh Bharadwaj revealed that the Rajya Sabha MP underwent major eye surgery in the UK due to a critical eye condition. Bharadwaj stated that Chadha's condition was severe, with a possibility of him losing his eyesight. Chadha is expected to return to India and join AAP's election campaigning once he recovers. Raghav Chadha has been in London since March 8, mi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress-led Karnataka government on Tuesday for not taking action in the sex scandal involving JD(S) MP and NDA's Hassan Lok Sabha candidate Prajwal Revanna. Amit Shah expressed the BJP's support for an investigation into the matter and questioned Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi over the government's inaction. In a press conference in Assam, Shah emphasized that the case was a law and order issue of the state, where Congress is in power.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah affirmed that the BJP supports reservations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes. He accused Congress of spreading a manipulated video of him and emphasized that the saffron party will continue to protect reservation policies. In a press conference in Guwahati, Shah refuted claims that the BJP would eliminate reservations if it won over 400 seats. He declared the allegations as baseless and clarified that the BJP is committed to protect

Congress party accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of drawing inspiration from Joseph Goebbels, the Nazi propaganda minister, while discussing the party's Nyay Patra for the Lok Sabha elections. Jairam Ramesh, Congress general secretary, suggested that Modi must have studied Goebbels' thoughts on propaganda during his MA in Entire Political Science and taken inspiration from him. Ramesh cited Goebbels' claim that if you tell a lie big enough and repeat it often, people will believe

A significant controversy has emerged in Karnataka involving Hassan BJP-Janata Dal-Secular (JDS) candidate and incumbent MP Prajwal Revanna and his father, HD Revanna, the son of former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda. The scandal revolves around viral explicit videos linked to Prajwal Revanna, with a domestic worker from the Revanna household accusing him and his father of sexual harassment. Prajwal Revanna has denied the authenticity of the videos, calling them 'morphed,' but the Karnatak