Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government for outsourcing recruitment to government positions, calling it an economic conspiracy targeting marginalized groups. On Thursday, November 21, 2024, Yadav took to social media to express his concerns, sharing a newspaper clipping and an advertisement announcing that positions like Tehsildar, Naib Tehsildar, Revenue Inspector, and Lekhpal were being filled through outsourcing. He argued that this

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

The second and final phase of voting for the Jharkhand Assembly elections is taking place today, with all eyes now set on the exit poll results that will be revealed after 6:30 PM. In line with the Representation of the People Act, 1951, exit polls are prohibited from being shared until 30 minutes after the polling has concluded. This year's election for the 81-member Jharkhand Assembly is seeing intense competition. The ruling JMM-led INDIA alliance is focused on retaining power, promising

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwalapproached the Delhi High Court seeking a stay on trial court proceedings in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Kejriwal is challenging a sessions court's decision to take cognizance of prosecution complaints filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), citing a lack of sanction for the proceedings. Kejriwals plea contests the sessions courts September 17 order, which dismissed his earlier challenge against the summons issued in the case. The matter is exp

Thane: On Wednesday morning, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde cast his vote at a polling booth in the Kopri-Pachpakhadi area of Thane, as voting for the states assembly elections began. After voting, Shinde, accompanied by his family, proudly displayed his inked finger to the media. Shinde, who became Maharashtra's 20th Chief Minister after leading a rebellion against Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray, is a four-time elected Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Kopri-Pach

The final phase of the 2024 Jharkhand Assembly elections is set to take place today, November 20, with more than one crore voters eligible to vote in 38 assembly seats across the state. This crucial phase follows the first round of voting, which saw a healthy turnout of 66.65% on November 13, marking a 2.75% increase compared to the 2019 election. In this phase, political parties are making their final push. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is contesting in 32 seats, while its ally, the All Jhar

The counting of votes for the 2024 Jharkhand Assembly Elections, which consist of 81 seats, is set to take place on November 23 . The polling for the second phase of the elections began today at 7 AM, covering 38 seats. The first phase, which included elections for 43 seats, was held on November 13 . Jharkhand Election Voter Details According to the latest data, Jharkhand has a total of 2,60,87,698 registered voters . Among these, 2,60,43,703 are General Electors, while 43,995 are classified as

Maharashtra has officially begun voting for the 2024 Assembly Elections, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. across all 288 constituencies. The results are expected to be announced on November 23. The campaign concluded on Monday, featuring appeals from notable leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, who encouraged voters to come out in large numbers. This election will see a face-off between two prominent alliances: the ruling 'Mahayu

As the 2024 Jharkhand Assembly elections draw near, Chief Minister Hemant Soren's party, the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), is once again pushing its agenda of tribal rights and welfare. However, there are growing doubts about whether the party has genuinely improved the lives of the tribal community during its time in power. One of the key promises made by the Hemant Soren government is the Abua Awas Yojana (Our Housing Scheme), which aims to provide permanent homes for tribal families. The

IMPHAL: Manipur's political scene heated up as several state MLAs recently passed a resolution demanding strong action and specific changes. Amid the ongoing tensions and the National People's Party (NPP) withdrawing its support from the current government led by Biren Singh, the resolution has sparked significant attention. The key demands include a review of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) and swift action against Kuki militants, with a deadline of seven days. This follows

The election campaign for the Khair assembly by-election in Aligarh will conclude today, November 18, at 5 pm. After this, candidates can only campaign by visiting voters door-to-door. The election preparations are nearly complete, with both police and administrative teams ready for the voting process, which is scheduled for November 20. Polling will take place from 7 am to 6 pm on November 20, with polling parties departing for the Khair constituency at 8 am on November 19 from Dhanipur Mandi.

The Government of Manipur has announced the temporary closure of educational institutions, including colleges and state universities, in Imphal West and Imphal East districts due to the ongoing curfew. This decision, taken by the Secretariat Higher and Technical Education Department, will keep these institutions closed until Tuesday. The closure comes in coordination with the Home Department, prioritizing the safety of students and teachers amid the current unrest. An official order stated, Due

Maharashtra Elections 2024 Update (November 18): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi held a press conference in Mumbai today, taking aim at the BJP. Gandhi criticized the party's ek hain, safe hain slogan, humorously displaying a locker as a symbol. He described this election as a clash of ideologies, suggesting that the safe reference in the slogan is a metaphorical locker for billionaires closely associated with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Maharashtra government, under the leadership of Ekn

Imphal: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has strongly denounced the recent killing of women and children in Manipur. The victims were reportedly held captive for several days before their deaths. The RSS has urged both the central and state governments to take prompt action to resolve the ongoing violence in the region. In a statement, the Manipur unit of the RSS highlighted that the conflict, which began on May 3 last year, has been ongoing for 19 months without resolution. They emphasized

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday offered a critical analysis of the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) slogan, 'Ek hai to safe hai,' explaining that ek refers to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his close associates, including Amit Shah. He alleged that under their leadership, only industrialist Gautam Adani is safe, while the people of Dharavi are left ignored. In a press conference held in Mumbai ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections on November 20, 2024, Gandhi made severa

A statement by Ghulam Ahmed Mir, the AICC General Secretary and Jharkhand in-charge, during an election rally on November 14 has sparked a political debate. Mir, while addressing supporters in the Chandrapura area of Bermo constituency, promised that if the Congress party wins the upcoming elections, all citizens of Jharkhand will receive gas cylinders at a subsidized price of Rs 450, regardless of their background. His remarks included the controversial statement, Whether they are Hindu, Muslim

With Maharashtra's Assembly elections just around the corner, all eyes are on the Mahayuti alliance, which is expected to make a strong bid for re-election. Various media forecasts suggest that the Mahayuti coalition could return to power, banking on a series of promises that aim to benefit women and farmers alike. Among the key pledges are a monthly financial aid of 2,100 for women through the Ladki Behen Scheme and loan waivers for struggling farmers. Election Promises: Support for Women a

Mumbai:The political landscape in the Magathane Vidhan Sabha constituency is heating up as three prominent candidates Prakash Surve, Udesh Patkar, and Nayan Kadam gear up for a fierce electoral battle. This year's Assembly elections are shaping up to be a pivotal moment in Magathane, a constituency traditionally dominated by the Shiv Sena but now witnessing a significant shift in political dynamics. Impact of the Shiv Sena Split on Magathane The split in the Shiv Sena has led to a major sh

Sukhbir Singh Badal has officially stepped down as the President of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD). The announcement was made by party leader Daljit Cheema, who confirmed the news on social media. In his post, Cheema said, Sukhbir Singh Badal has resigned from his position as President of the Shiromani Akali Dal. He submitted his resignation to the party's working committee, making way for the election of a new President. He expressed gratitude to all party leaders and members for their trust

In preparation for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly Elections, Central Railway has announced special suburban train services to support the movement of election officials and the public. These services will run on November 19-20 and November 20-21, covering the Main Line (CSMT-Kalyan) and the Harbour Line (CSMT-Panvel). On November 19-20, special trains will operate between CSMT and Kalyan, as well as between CSMT and Panvel. The trains will run in both directions, with the CSMT-Kalyan, CSMT-Pa

New Delhi: Women voters took center stage during the first phase of the Jharkhand assembly elections, recording a higher turnout than men in 37 of the 43 constituencies that went to polls. The Election Commission (EC) announced on Friday that this phase, held on November 13, achieved a voter turnout of 66.65%, which is 2.75% higher than the turnout in these constituencies during the 2019 elections. Highlighting the participation of women, the Election Commission said, Women voters enthusiastical