Allan Lichtman, a historian known for accurately forecasting nine of the last ten US presidential elections, faced backlash after incorrectly predicting Kamala Harriss victory in the latest election. Lichtman blamed disinformation, particularly online narratives amplified by Elon Musk and conservative media, for his error. Following a heated on-air debate with commentator Cenk Uygur, Lichtman announced his exit from X, choosing Bluesky as his new platform. His reliance on the 13 keys model has s

Maharashtra registered a voter turnout of 65.11% compared to 61.39% in 2024 Lok Sabha elections and 60.56% in 2019 assembly elections

Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: The highest turnout was recorded in the 10 assembly seats in the Kolhapur district at 76.25%, followed by Gadchiroli at 73.68%.

Maharashtra's 2024 Assembly elections have set a new record with a voter turnout of 65.11%, the highest since the 1995 state elections. This represents a significant increase compared to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and the 2019 Assembly elections, which saw voter participation at 61.39% and 61.4%, respectively. The heightened turnout is expected to be a crucial factor in determining the state's next government, with election results set to be announced on November 23. This year's vo

Exit poll predictions for the state assembly elections sparked varied reactions across political parties. While some parties celebrated favourable forecasts, others questioned their accuracy, labelling them premature and unreflective of ground realities.

Economist Swaminathan Aiyar suggests that the Congress-INDIA bloc might hold an advantage in the Jharkhand and Maharashtra assembly elections. While exit polls indicate a tight race, Aiyar believes the BJP-led NDA's chances are slightly better in Maharashtra. He cautions against relying solely on exit polls, citing their historical unreliability.

The State recorded 65.11% turnout in 2024 and 71.7% in 1995 Assembly elections.

Maharashtra recorded 65.11% turnout in elections to 288 assembly seats on Wednesday with Kolhapur district coming on top with 76.25 per cent polling

MUMBAI: Police seized 10,080 kg of silver from a truck in Maharashtra's Dhule district on the day of polling for the state assembly elections, an official said. Polling for 288 assembly constituencies in Maharashtra was held between 7 am and 6 pm on Wednesday. The seizure was made from the truck headed towards Nagpur under Thalner police station limits at around 6 am on Wednesday during a routine check-up, Special Inspector General of Police, Nashik, Dattatray Karale said. Poll expenditure obser

Polling in Maharashtra is over and Exit Poll data is out, predicting a Mahayuti government. The votes will be counted on Saturday.

Highest turnout of 76.16 per cent was reported from Jamtara

Congress workers ransacked a car transporting an Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) to a strong room in Nagpur after polling concluded for the Maharashtra assembly elections, police said.

Despite 51.41, 52.09 per cent turnout respectively, uncertainty looms over victor

Out of 1,212 eligible voters, in Uran transit camp only 489 cast their votes, with claims of coercion influencing remaining turnout

Bollywood A-listers showed Mumbai how it is done by turning up, some even with their families in tow, to cast their votes on Wednesday

BARGARH: Paddy procurement for kharif season commenced in Bargarh district on Wednesday. This time, the farmers will be given a minimum support price (MSP) of Rs 3,100 per quintal, which was a key campaign promise of the BJP during the elections. Civil Supplies minister Krushna Chandra Patra performed a few rituals and felicitated several farmers at Kalapani mandi on the day. He assured the farmers that the procurement process will be transparent and their payments will be directly credited to t

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Govinda was dressed in all-white, as he walked towards his car and limped a bit. He was seen flaunting his inked finger voting in the Maharashtra Elections 2024

Malad, Charkop residents say they were shocked to learn at last minute that they could no longer cast ballot at their usual spots

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Contrary to the general perception that bypolls tend to increase political vigour among both the cadre and the voters, political Kerala has of late been witnessing a reverse trend. Over the past five years, bypolls in the state have been seeing a dip in voter turnout. On a day the Palakkad assembly constituency went to the polling booth, the state witnessed a lukewarm response from voters in yet another by-election. A general reluctance on the part of voters coupled with a sl

Elderly voters recount challenges navigating high footpaths and lack of adequate support

HYDERABAD: With an objective to discuss Congress governments governance, caste census, municipal elections, and internal discord among a few leaders in the constituencies, Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) executive committee is scheduled to meet on Thursday. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, and several other ministers, MLAs, MPs, MLCs, corporation chairpersons besides AICC Telangana in-charge Deepa Dasmunshi, and other AICC secretaries will participate in the meeting. Th

MUMBAI: An estimated 64.72% voter turnout was recorded in the Maharashtra assembly elections on Wednesday, where the ruling BJP-led MahaYuti alliance is making a determined bid to retain power and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition is hoping to continue its good showing in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. The figures are provisional, election officials said, adding 61.74% polling was recorded in the 2019 assembly elections in the state. The Naxal-affected Gadchiroli district recorded the

HYDERABAD: BRS leader and former finance minister T Harish Rao on Wednesday claimed that people were eagerly waiting for K Chandrasekhar Raos rule again. He expressed confidence that the BRS would win 100 seats, whenever Assembly elections were held. Harish Rao visited Kurumurthy temple in Mahabubnagar and prayed to the presiding deity to pardon them for electing the Congress. He said that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy swore by all the gods in the state to implement several welfare programmes b

Exit polls for the Maharashtra elections present a mixed bag, with some predicting an advantage for the MVA and others suggesting a close contest. While most polls indicate the BJP as the single largest party, the role of independent and rebel candidates is highlighted as potentially crucial in government formation.

BENGALURU: In the backdrop of liquor merchants leveling serious allegations of corruption in the excise department, Excise Minister RB Timmapur is likely to be divested of the portfolio. Government sources said the Congress central leadership has expressed displeasure over the developments in the department with senior BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, raising the issue during campaigning in the Maharashtra polls. Timmapurs portfolio is likely to be changed before the Assembly

BELAGAVI: Time and again, political leaders from Maharashtra rake up language and border issues during elections to woo Marathi speakers along the Karnataka-Maharashtra border villages in Belagavi. But the truth is there are lakhs of Kannada speakers in Maharashtra border villages as well, whose voice was suppressed for decades. Now for the first time, the Election Commission in Maharashtra has included the names of candidates in Kannada as well as Marathi in EVM machines in 15 Assembly constitu

City increases overall voting by just under 3 per cent from 50.67 per cent in 2019 to 53.18 per cent in 2024

Election managers credit higher number of booths, spreading them out better, and allowing multiple entry at booths for a better polling experience this time

In 2019, when the fight was between BJP-Shiv Sena and Congress-NCP alliances, a total of 3,239 candidates contested the elections

Kurnool : Industries, commerce, and food processing Minister T.G. Bharath praised Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's historic decision during the cabinet meeting in Amaravati on Wednesday, which he said was made to honour the sentiments of the people of Kurnool. The CM announced that the offices of the Andhra Pradesh State Human Rights Commission (APSHRC) and Lokayukta will remain in Kurnool. Minister Bharath explained that public representatives from Rayalaseema had urged the CM to retain th

Mumbai: Maharashtras image of holding peaceful elections was marred on Wednesday as the state witnessed several alleged incidents of distribution of money and hooliganism during the voting. In Nandgaon constituency of Nashik district, Shiv Sena legislator Suhas Kande allegedly threatened independent candidate Sameer Bhujbal with death during a confrontation over accusations of voter fraud. According to the officials, Kande and Bhujbal as well as their supporters had a heated exchange of words at

An estimated 65 per cent voter turnout was recorded in the Maharashtra assembly elections on Wednesday, where the ruling BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is making a determined bid to retain power against opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition.

New Delhi: Jharkhand witnessed peaceful polling in 38 seats in the second and final phase of Assembly elections on Wednesday, with 68 per cent of 1.23 crore voters exercising their franchise amid tight security, officials said. The turnout surpassed the 67.04 per cent voting in 2019, officials said. The tribal state recorded higher voter turnout than that of 2019 and saw people queuing up in huge numbers to vote. Among them were 57 leprosy patients who voted at the Snehpur Community Building in

Uttar Pradesh witnessed moderate voter turnout in the assembly by-elections, with allegations of voter intimidation and irregularities surfacing. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the ruling BJP of suppressing voters, particularly in minority areas, while the BJP alleged bogus voting by the opposition. The Election Commission intervened, suspending police personnel for violating electoral norms.

New Delhi: An estimated 60 per cent voter turnout was recorded in the Maharashtra Assembly elections on Wednesday, where the ruling BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is making a determined bid to retain power and the Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition is hoping to continue its good showing in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Till 5 pm, the Election Commission recorded the electorate turnout in the state at an impressive 58.22 per cent. Assuming that the voters turn out in large numbers in the last ho

Maharashtra recorded an average voter turnout of 62% across its 288 assembly seats, while Jharkhand's second-phase voting for 38 seats saw a higher turnout of 68%, according to Election Commission data.

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Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections concluded with voter turnouts of 61.99% and 68.01% respectively. Jharkhand's turnout surpassed its 2019 figures, while Maharashtra saw a slight improvement. Urban apathy remained a concern in Maharashtra, with major cities recording lower turnouts compared to rural areas. The results of both elections, along with several by-polls, will be declared on November 23rd.

Nagpur: Nagpur district saw a voter turnout of 60.49% in the state assembly elections held today, according to early trends. While some polling stations are still submitting data, and postal ballots are yet to be accounted for, the current figures indicate varying levels of participation across the districts 12 constituencies. Voter Turnout Across Constituencies: 1. [] The post Nagpur Records 60.49% Voter Turnout in Assembly Polls, Umred Leads with 70.02% appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur

Nita And Isha Ambani Cast Their Votes In Mumbai

Mumbai: Nationalist Congress Party (SP) leader Supriya Sule and Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole on Tuesday denied the allegations of Bitcoin misappropriation. They have initiated legal action against former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Ravindranath Patil and the BJP for making the false accusations on the eve of voting for Maharashtra Assembly elections 2024. Mr. Patil accused them of misappropriating Bitcoins from a 2019 cryptocurrency fraud case and using the same to fund the ong

Hyderabad: Students of the English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) have elected a new student union on Wednesday, with key positions filled by representatives from diverse student organisations. However, the election process has sparked criticism due to procedural irregularities initiated by the administration, sidelining traditional democratic practices. Porika Vikas of the Democratic Students Front (DSF) was elected president, while Aardra A. from the Left Front secured the vice-presid

Most of the exit polls that predicted a landslide victory for the NDA after Lok Sabha elections and those predicted Congress` win in Haryana didn`t turn out to be true, Ramesh Chennithala said

Bypolls to 15 assembly seats spread across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala, and Uttarakhand were also conducted on Wednesday. The results for all the elections will be out on November 23

Nizamabad: The Assembly elections and the byelection for the Nanded Parliament constituency in Maharashtra were conducted peacefully on Wednesday. Telugu-speaking voters in Maharashtra actively participated, while many migrant workers from Nizamabad district travelled back home to vote. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle from Beed, Ravi, a dry cleaner from Nizamabad, said his family temporarily closed their shop to exercise their voting rights. We returned home for three days to vote despite the inten

The figures are provisional, election officials said, adding 61.74 per cent polling was recorded in the 2019 elections

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Hyderabad: The dedicated commission constituted to submit its report on BC reservations in local body elections will be holding a public hearing at the Warangal district collectorate on Thursday, November 21. The commission chaired by B Venkateshwara Rao received the opinions from political parties, BC associations and intellectuals at the commissions office in Hyderabad on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp

Vijayawada: YSRC president and former chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy criticised the budget presented by N. Chandrababu Naidu government, alleging it reveals organised crime behind Naidu's governance. Speaking to media here on Wednesday, he charged that the budget presentation exercise is an attempt to cover up the inefficiency of the NDA alliance government in implementing its super six and other poll promises. The former chief minister gave a detailed rebuttal of what he called bundle of

Mumbai: The seizures of cash, alcohol, and other items amid the poll code for the Maharashtra assembly elections amounted to Rs 707 crore, officials said on Wednesday. Out of 10,139 complaints of poll code violations lodged through the C-Vigil app between October 15 and November 20, 10,134 complaints have been resolved, as per the information Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to ou

Mumbai: The seizures of cash, alcohol, and other items amid the poll code for the Maharashtra assembly elections amounted to Rs 707 crore, officials said on Wednesday. Out of 10,139 complaints of poll code violations lodged through the C-Vigil app between October 15 and November 20, 10,134 complaints have been resolved, as per the information Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to ou

Voting for the Maharashtra Assembly elections has concluded, with the Election Commission reporting a voter turnout of 58.22% by 5 PM. With polling now over, exit poll results have been released, providing a glimpse into the possible outcome of the states 288 assembly seats. Exit Poll Projections According to MATRIZEs exit poll, the ruling Mahayuti [] The post Maharashtra: Mahayuti or MVA? Exit Polls Predict the Outcome appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .

Chennai : At the core committee meeting of the BJP State unit on Wednesday, Central Observer Aravind Menon told the State leaders not to worry about future alliances that would be decided at the national level but concentrate on building the party at the State level. The meeting organized in the absence of BJP State president K Annamalai, who is on a sabbatical in the United Kingdom, focused mainly on the enrolment of new members. Though a target of one crore members was fixed for the State unit

Alia Bhatt is not an Indian citizen, as she holds a British passport. This status disqualifies her from voting in India.

Voting day in Maharashtras state elections was fraught with tension, marked by attacks on polling booths, clashes between party workers, accusations of bribery, and physical altercations. The campaign, already criticized for its low rhetoric, culminated in a highly dramatic polling day.

CHANDIGARH: A voter turnout of 63 per cent was recorded till 6 pm in the by-elections to four assembly segments in Punjab on Wednesday, according to Punjab Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Sibin C. These by-polls to the Gidderbaha, Dera Baba Nanak, Chabbewal and Barnala assembly segments were necessitated after the incumbent lawmakers were elected to the Lok Sabha. Of the four assembly segments, Gidderbaha, Dera Baba Nanak and Chabbewal were earlier held by the Congress, and the Barnala seat by the

Jamtara, as per the ECI , recorded the highest turnout at 76.16%, followed by Pakur 75.88 %; , and Deoghar 72.46 % while the urban apathy towards elections showed up at Bokaro had which recorded the lowest turnout of 60.97 %

According to Today's Chanakya exit poll, BJP-led NDA is likely to win 45-50 seats in Jharkhand while JMM-led alliance could win 35-38 seats.

In the battle for Maharashtras 288-seat Assembly, where 145 seats are needed for a majority, exit polls suggest the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is poised for a win.

Voting for the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly elections is happening today. Exit poll results will be released after voting ends. The actual election results will be declared on November 23. Exit polls are predictions based on voter feedback. The accuracy of exit polls has been questioned in the past.

NEW DELHI: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah here at his North Block office and apprised him of the progress made in combating naxalism in the state and expressed confidence in making the state naxal-free by March 2026. After the meeting, while interacting with media persons, the CM said that the state government and the security forces have been working relentlessly in the direction of uprooting the menace of Left-Wing-Extremism (LWE) from

Maha: Candidate, poll worker and voter die as skirmishes, stray violence mar peaceful voting Mumbai: The largely peaceful Maharashtra Assembly elections were marred by stray incidents of violence, clashes among rival party workers, the death of a poll-duty worker, plus an Independent candidate and a senior citizen dying of heart attack, as per reports from [] The post Maha: Candidate, poll worker and voter die as skirmishes, stray violence mar peaceful voting appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

New Delhi : Several exit polls on Wednesday gave a clear edge to the BJP-led alliances in Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly polls while some put the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition ahead in the western state. Axis MyIndia was the only one to predict victory for the Congress-JMM alliance in Jharkhand with 53 seats out of 81 as against only 25 for BJP-led NDA and three seats for others. Exit polls were out soon after the close of polling in Maharashtra and the second phase of voting in Jharkhand, pre

Govinda made his first media appearance after accidentally shooting his leg and appeared to cast his vote at the Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024.

The voting for the Maharashtra assembly elections kicked off on Wednesday at 7 am and was wrapped up by 6 pm. This single-phase election covers all 288 assembly constituencies, with a total of 4,136 candidates contesting the elections, including 2,086 independents.

The Election Commission expressed disappointment over the continued low voter turnout in urban areas of Maharashtra despite their efforts to increase participation. Despite motivational campaigns and measures for ease of voting, cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Thane recorded a dismal voter turnout. While Maharashtra recorded an overall voter turnout of 58.22 percent as of 5 PM, Jharkhand saw a higher turnout of 67.59 percent. The EC attributed the low turnout to urban apathy, a trend observed in p

PUDUCHERRY: Puducherry BJPlegislators and independent MLAs roping in the son of a lottery baron who is currently under theEnforcement Directorate radar as chief guest for a recent event in Puducherry has sparked off political concerns in Puducherry. Jose Charles Martin, the son of Coimbatore-based businessman Santiago Martin aka lottery king participated as Chief Guest at an event hosted by Kamaraj Nagar BJP MLA,A. John Kumar to felicitate Class 10 and 12 toppers residing in the constituency. Tw

Despite receiving death threats, Salman Khan arrived to cast his vote for Maharashtra Assembly Elections on Wednesday afternoon.

Exit polls suggest a victory for the BJP in the Uttar Pradesh by-elections. The polls indicate the BJP will secure six seats, while the SP will likely win three. These by-elections hold significance as the first electoral test following the Lok Sabha elections.

The BJP-Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar) alliance is projected to secure a strong mandate with 152-160 seats, according to Chanakya's exit poll for Maharashtra's 2024 Assembly elections.

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission on Wednesday lamented that despite a range of measures taken by it for ease of voting besides motivational campaigns, urban voters in Maharashtra continued their dismal record of low participation in cities including Mumbai, Pune and Thane. Polling for assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand concluded on Wednesday with the former recording 58.22 per cent voter turnout as of 5 PM and the latter 67.59 per cent, surpassing the 67.04 per cent voting in the

Maharashtra recorded a voter turnout of 58.22 per cent till 5 pm on Wednesday in the elections to the 288-member state legislative assembly.

Nagpur:The Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 saw an approximate voter turnout of 56.06% in Nagpur district, reflecting significant participation by voters. The data includes trends from polling stations and excludes postal ballot voting, with final figures to be confirmed later. Constituency-Wise Voter Turnout: Hingna: 55.79% Kamthi: 53.45% Katol: 59.43% Nagpur Central: 50.67% [] The post Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: Nagpur District Records 56.06% Voter Turnout appeared first on Na

CHANDIGARH: Citing that he was disappointed over the party's sectarian politics and religious issues over broader concerns affecting Punjab, former Punjab cabinet minister Anil Joshi resigned from the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Wednesday. Joshi said he felt like a misfit in the party. In a strongly worded resignation letter addressed to the party's working president, Balwinder Singh Bhundar, Joshi said that the Shiromani Akali kali Dal is stuck in religious and Sikh Panth issues. There is no t

The voter turnout in Mumbai City during Wednesday's assembly elections till 5 pm was 49.7 per cent and in Mumbai suburbs 51.76 per cent

Bollywood's King Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, was seen arriving at a polling booth in Mumbai to cast his vote in the ongoing Maharashtra Assembly Elections. Shah Rukh was accompanied by his wife, Gauri Khan, and their children, Suhana and Aryan Khan. Pictures and videos of the actor taking care of Suhana and avoiding the paparazzi have gone viral on the internet.

Bollywood actor Govinda was spotted at the Maharashtra Assembly Elections, reassuring fans about his health after an accidental self-inflicted bullet injury. Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar addressed a citizen's concern about a toilet he funded, promising action. Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha faced criticism for cycling in Delhi's poor air quality, sparking debate about public figures' responsibility.

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Shah Rukh Khan and his entire family arrived together to vote in Bandra, Mumbai in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections.

MAHARASHTRA Exit polls have predicted a strong showing for the BJP-led alliance in the Maharashtra assembly elections, with several surveys projecting a clear edge over the Congress-led coalition. The ruling BJP-Sena-NCP alliance is likely to retain power in the state. The majority mark in the 288 -member assembly stands at 145 . According to P-Marq , the BJP-led coalition in Maharashtra is projected to win between 137 and 157 seats , while the Congress-led alliance is expected to secure 126 to

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Polling for 288-seat Maharashtra assembly elections concluded on Wednesday, with an approximate voter turnout of 58.22 per cent recorded till 5.00 pm.

Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan stepped out on November 20 to cast his vote in the Maharashtra Assembly Elections. The actor, who has been receiving death threats, arrived at the Mount Mary School polling booth in Bandra, Mumbai, under heavy security. Salman Khans Simple Look Videos of Salman arriving at the polling station Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channel

Shah Rukh Khan was spotted with his family, including his wife Gauri and kids Aryan and Suhana, as they cast their votes in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections. Shah Rukh Khan was particularly protective of Suhana, holding her close as they navigated the crowds. Watch this video to know more.

Bollywood actor Salman Khan, amidst heightened security following recent threats, cast his vote in the Maharashtra Assembly Elections in Mumbai. Arriving at the polling booth with heavy security, Khan was seen greeting fans and posing for photos. His father, Salim Khan, and brother, Arbaaz Khan, also exercised their voting rights earlier in the day.

During monitoring in the webcasting room, the presiding officer was found too close to the voting compartment, which violates Election Commission rules and demonstrates gross negligence in performing duties, a statement from ECI read

Showing that no one is above their democratic responsibilities, the Khan family turned out in full force for the Maharashtra Elections. Salim Khan, accompanied by his wife Salma Khan, led the way to the polling booth, followed by sons Sohail and Arbaaz Khan. Salman Khan, the familys superstar, made his grand entrance later, facing security concerns head-on to cast his vote. His commitment definitely won hearts. Watch the video for more.

Celebrities like Kartik Aaryan, Akshay Kumar, Karisma Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit, Diana Penty and Ranbir Kapoor proudly cast their votes in the Maharashtra elections, inspiring citizens to fulfill their democratic duty and make informed decisions for a better future.

Maharashtra Exit Polls 2024 Highlights: Maharashtra witnessed a high-voltage electoral battle. Over 9.7 crore voters sealed the fate of 4,136 candidates. The contest was primarily between two alliances - the MVA and the Maha Yuti Alliance. Key highlights included Sena vs Sena, Pawar vs Pawar, and the BJP's quest to retain power. The outcome will significantly impact the state's political landscape.

As of 5 PM on Wednesday, voter turnout in Maharashtra's assembly elections reached 58.22%, while Jharkhand reported a turnout of 67.59% in the second and final phase of its polls. The data, confirmed by official sources, reflects a significant level of participation in both states. In Maharashtra, polling for the 288 assembly seats has been steady despite minor setbacks, including issues with Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) at some booths. Authorities quickly addressed these technical glitches

In a shocking incident, independent candidate Balasaheb Shinde who was contesting the Maharashtra Assembly election from the Beed assembly constituency, died of a heart attack at the polling booth on Wednesday.

Nagpur: The Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024 witnessed significant voter participation in Nagpur district, with an approximate average turnout of *56.06%* recorded by 5 PM. Rural constituencies continue to lead in voter engagement compared to urban areas. Constituency-Wise Voter Turnout (By 5 PM): Hingna: 55.79% Kamthi: 53.45% Katol: 59.43% Nagpur Central: 50.67% [] The post Maharashtra Assembly Elections: 56.06% Voter Turnout in Nagpur District by 5 PM appeared first on Nagpur Today : Na

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People wait in a queue under hot sun to cast their vote at a polling booth of Subbarao Nagar municipal school in Rajamahendravaram on Monday. - A.MANIKANTA KUMAR People wait in a queue under hot sun to cast their vote at a polling booth of Subbarao Nagar municipal school in Rajamahendravaram on Monday. - A.MANIKANTA KUMAR In Maharashtras Parli Assembly constituency on Wednesday, tensions rose on election day as a polling booth was vandalised, and an NCP worker was attacked. The disruption took p

Mumbai: Three unidentified persons allegedly opened fire at Shiv Sena candidate Bhausaheb Kamble's car in Maharashtra's Shrirampur in the early hours of Wednesday, police said. The three persons riding two motorcycles targeted Kamble's car near Ashok Sugar Mills on the day of polling. The bullets, however, didn't hit the car and Kamble, a police official said. Shrirampur Police in Ahilyanagar district registered an FIR against unidentified persons under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sa

Actress Shraddha Kapoor, accompanied by her family, cast her vote in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Videos circulating on social media captured the enthusiastic polling booth workers eagerly taking selfies with the star.