RS BYPOLL
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah fires his political secy Ahmed for Muslim rebellion in Davanagere South
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has removed political secretary Naseer Ahmed on AICC orders after internal Congress reports alleged he and others contributed to dissent and rebel activity in Davanagere South ahead of the April 9 bypolls. The party believes factionalism and dissatisfaction over candidate selection weakened its campaign, prompting disciplinary action and possible further steps against other leaders.
Karnataka clears Rs 18,430 crore investment proposals; 15,000 jobs expected
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has approved investment proposals totaling Rs 18,430.44 crore. These approvals, granted at the State High-Level Clearance Committee meeting, are expected to create over 15,000 jobs. Seventeen project proposals, including new ventures and expansions, received the green light. Major investments are planned in the EV, automobile, solar, and aerospace manufacturing sectors across various districts of the state.
“Not the right time,” says Shivakumar as MLAs step up pressure on AICC for Cabinet revamp
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar expressed displeasure over Congress MLAs traveling to Delhi to lobby for ministerial positions while elections are ongoing. This contrasts with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's view, as senior MLAs seek a cabinet reshuffle, citing past assurances. Shivakumar warned against public statements, hinting at disciplinary action.
Karnataka: With bypolls over, MLAs gearing up to meet AICC leadership to lobby for Cabinet berths
Karnataka legislators are preparing to meet the AICC leadership in Delhi soon. They will request Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to undertake a complete revamp of his Cabinet. The move comes as the state Congress regime nears its third anniversary. Several MLAs are aspiring for ministerial berths. The Chief Minister has indicated readiness for the reshuffle upon receiving the party's approval.
Clash of titans in Bhabanipur: Will Suvendu Adhikari repeat Nandigram amid Mamata Banerjee's 'Bangla Birodhi' pitch against BJP?
Bhabanipur constituency is set for a major political contest. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faces Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari. Both leaders are campaigning intensely. Banerjee highlights welfare schemes and her connection to the area. Adhikari focuses on national issues and criticizes the state government. The election outcome will be decided on May 4.
Babri’s shadow over Murshidabad: Three seats, one explosive faultline
A proposed mosque in Rejinagar is becoming a focal point for the 2026 West Bengal polls. This project is reshaping voter loyalties and religious identities in Bharatpur, Rejinagar, and Beldanga. The mosque's construction is drawing attention, potentially impacting the TMC's traditional support. Political calculations now revolve around its influence on Muslim and Hindu voters.
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Assembly polls: Rs 650 crore worth illicit cash, liquor seized; nearly half from West Bengal
Election authorities have seized over 650 crore rupees in illegal cash, drugs, and liquor across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry. Over 5,173 flying squads and 5,200 static surveillance teams are deployed to ensure fair elections. Voting is scheduled for April 9 and April 23 and 29 in these states and Puducherry.
Somanna hits back at Siddaramaiah’s ‘jobless minister’ jibe, invites him to Delhi office to see his work
Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna challenged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to visit his Delhi office to verify his work, responding to the CM's "jobless minister" remark. Somanna highlighted his achievements, including new trains, station upgrades, and sanctioned funds for Karnataka's railway projects.
Congress gets rebel off its way in Davanagere South after getting SDPI to back down in Manjeshwar
Congress secured crucial withdrawals in Davanagere South and Kerala. Rebel candidate Sadique Pailwan stepped aside for the official candidate in Davanagere South. In Kerala, the SDPI withdrew its nominee in Manjeshwar. These moves aim to prevent vote splits and bolster the United Democratic Front's chances against the BJP in upcoming polls.
Centre reduced excise duty on petrol, diesel keeping polls in mind, alleges D K Shivakumar
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has stated the central government's decision to reduce excise duty on petrol and diesel is motivated by upcoming elections. He mentioned the Nayara company has already increased prices. Shivakumar indicated the state government will discuss potential measures to lower fuel costs later.
Congress awards Davanagere South ticket to Shamnur clan, stirs Muslim leaders’ anger
The Congress party has named Samarth Shamnur as its candidate for the Davanagere South bypoll. This decision comes after intense lobbying from Muslim leaders. Shamnur is the grandson of the late Lingayat leader Shamnur Shivashankarappa. The party leadership held discussions with community leaders. The bypoll is scheduled for April 9. In Bagalkot, Umesh Meti was chosen as the candidate.
J&K bypolls likely with Bihar polls; 4 Rajya Sabha seats in UT slated for elections
Jammu and Kashmir may soon witness by-elections for two assembly seats alongside the Bihar elections. These seats, Budgam and Nagrota, have been vacant for a while. The Election Commission of India is also planning to hold elections for four Rajya Sabha seats vacant since 2021. Preparations for the J&K bypolls are already underway, with the electoral roll revision completed.
RS Chairman Dhankhar accepts AAP leader Sanjeev Arora's resignation with effect from July 1
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar announced on Monday that he has accepted Sanjeev Arora's resignation as a member of the Upper House, effective July 1. Arora, an Aam Aadmi Party leader, was elected from Punjab in April 2022. His resignation follows his victory in the Ludhiana West assembly bypoll.
Rajya Sabha bypolls: Union minister George Kurian files nomination as BJP candidate from MP
George Kurian, Minister of State, filed his nomination for the upcoming Rajya Sabha by-election in Madhya Pradesh. He aims to fill the seat left vacant by Jyotiraditya Scindia. Given the BJP's substantial strength in the Madhya Pradesh assembly, Kurian is well-positioned for a secure win.
BJP has to be defeated completely to bring down fuel prices by Rs 50: Raut
Slamming the Centre, Raut, whose party shares power with the NCP and Congress in Maharashtra, told reporters that one really needs to be harsh to raise the fuel prices to over Rs 100. Petrol prices in the country were over Rs 100 for some time now.
Bypolls to RS seats in Kerala, West Bengal on Nov 29
Bypolls to one Rajya Sabha seat each from Kerala and West Bengal will be held on November 29, the Election Commission said on Sunday. The bypolls were necessitated following the resignation of Kerala Congress (M) leader Jose K Mani and Arpita Ghosh of the Trinamool Congress from the upper house earlier this year.
Bypoll to Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu on September 13
The Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu fell vacant following the death of AIADMK member A Mohammedjan on March 23 this year. The bypoll will be held on September 13, the poll panel said in a statement.
Bypoll to Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu on September 13
The Rajya Sabha seat from Tamil Nadu fell vacant following the death of AIADMK member A Mohammedjan on March 23 this year.
BJP not to field candidate for RS bypoll, TMC's Jawhar Sircar set to be elected unopposed
"Today is the last date for nomination of RS bypoll in WB. BJP is not putting up any candidate for this seat. Outcome of the poll is defined and known to all... Our fight against this irrational Govt (government) will continue," Adhikari, the BJP MLA from Nandigram, said on Twitter.
RS bypoll to seat vacated by Dinesh Trivedi on Aug 9: EC
The Commission said the notification for the bypoll would be issued on July 22 and poll would be held on August 9. The counting for RS polls is held on the same day after polling ends.
Bihar: Will support Ram Vilas Paswan's wife if LJP fields her for Rajya Sabha bypoll, says RJD
Lalu Prasad’s RJD has offered unconditional support to former NDA ally LJP if it fields Reena Paswan, the widow of former Union minister Ram Vilas Paswan, as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat vacated due to the LJP founder’s death on October 8.
BJP fields businessman K Narayan for RS bypolls from Karnataka
Aimed at popularising Sanskrit among common people, Narayan, currently residing in the city, started a monthly magazine "Sambashana Sandesha" which was released by Prof. Rajendra Simhaji, Sar Sanchalak of RSS in September 1994.
MP bypolls: Jyotiraditya Scindia mistakenly seeks votes for Congress
A video, in which Scindia is seen seeking votes for the Congress during a rally on Saturday in favour of BJP candidate Imarti Devi from Dabra town in Gwalior, has gone viral on social media.
ADR finds discrepancies in affidavits of AAP, Cong candidates
ADR said the affidavits filed by AAP nominee for the 2017 state Assembly elections and the upcoming bypoll show a difference of over Rs 1 lakh in his I-T returns for the financial year 2015-16.
Rajya Sabha poll defeat won't affect SP-BSP ties in Uttar Pradesh: Mayawati
"They may have defeated us . But the workers of BSP and SP will now work with even more force to stop them from coming to power in 2019," Mayawati said.
Election Commission may cancel bypoll to R K Nagar Assembly seat in Tamil Nadu
Sleuths of the Income Tax Investigation wing conducted searches in properties and offices belonging to Tamil Nadu Health Minister C Vijayabaskar across TN.
JD(U) recommends ending Assembly membership of 4 rebels
Rattled by activities of dissidents during the recent Rajya Sabha bypolls in Bihar, ruling JD(U) decided to crack the whip on four of them.
230 MLAs cast votes in Rajya Sabha by-poll in Bihar
"A total of 230 MLAs have cast votes in the RS bypoll which ended at 4 pm," Secretary, Legislative Assembly, Hareram Mukhiya told PTI.
Trouble stares at JD(U), MLAs skip legislature party meet
Party chief Sharad Yadav tried to play down absence of a large number of MLAs and expressed confidence that the party would win in bypoll.
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