BJP CONGRESS FACEOFF
Nuapada election results 2025: BJP's Jay Dholakia emerges clear winner to beat BJD, Congress in by-polls
Vote counting for the Nuapada assembly bypoll is underway. BJP candidate Jay Dholakia is leading by a significant margin. The by-election saw a record voter turnout. Counting of postal ballots and EVM votes began early. The results will determine the new MLA for the constituency.
We are neither with 'Soros issue' nor with 'Adani issue': SP's Dimple Yadav
Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav emphasized the party's focus on Parliament's functionality, distancing itself from both the BJP's "Soros issue" and the Congress's "Adani issue." Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi reiterated the Opposition's desire for a debate on the Constitution, accusing the BJP of deflecting from the Adani allegations.
Is North Gujarat the key to Congress' revival despite BJP's early lead in State? What you need to know
The 2024 general elections in Gujarat present a political battleground akin to a cricket match between a dominant team and a struggling contender. As the state gears up for this electoral showdown, several key dynamics shape the landscape. From BJP's uncontested victories to Congress's uphill battle, and the entry of AAP into Gujarat's political arena, each aspect adds intrigue to the contest. Let's delve into the intricacies of this electoral spectacle unfolding in the heart of India's western region.
Government's claim that China hasn't taken our land is false, says Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi, a senior Congress leader, has refuted Indian prime minister Narendra Modi's claim that India has lost no territory in the recent Ladakh conflict with China. During his visit to Ladakh, Gandhi stated that locals had lost grazing land to Chinese incursions in the region. He also voiced concerns about the lack of voice and representation of Ladakh residents, citing high rates of unemployment and inflation in the area.
Rahul Gandhi likely to visit Pangong Lake and Kargil
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will extend his visit to Ladakh to a few more days. During his stay, he is expected to visit Pangong Lake and attend a birth anniversary program of his father Rajiv Gandhi. The Congress leader also chaired a party meeting in Leh to discuss the visit. This is Gandhi's first visit to the newly formed union territory since the abrogation of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir in 2019.
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High-stakes Karnataka elections today
Voters across Karnataka will exercise their franchise to elect a new 224-member assembly on Wednesday. This will be the first big electoral faceoff between the ruling BJP and Congress, a year before the next Lok Sabha elections. A total of 2,615 candidates, including 184 women, are in the fray. Here’s a look.
Bharat Jodo Yatra has given alternative vision of politics to people: Rahul Gandhi
Gandhi addressed a press conference in Srinagar after completing the last leg of the yatra from Pantha Chowk area on the outskirts of Srinagar to the historic Lal Chowk where he hoisted the tricolor along with her sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. He hoisted the flag at a place where his great grandfather Jawaharlal Nehru had addressed a gathering here decades ago, where he promised plebiscite to the people of the then state of J&K.
Buddhists, Muslims, Christians, political parties decide to boycott LAHDC (Leh) elections
The Apex body of People’s Movement for Sixth Schedule for Ladakh, which consists of political, religious and civil society organizations of the UT, convened a meeting in Leh in which the decision to boycott the LAHDC elections was finalized. The election commission had announced to conduct the elections on October 16.
Rahul Gandhi: Why did government not insist on status quo ante?
Gandhi shared the statements put out by the Indian and Chinese Foreign Ministries after the talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval.
Mobile services stay shut in Eastern Ladakh
The mobile network in Chusul and other areas in eastern Ladakh continues to be shut, leaving even local representatives of the area clueless about the situation on the ground.
164 crorepatis in the fray for Delhi polls
Not only are the candidates for the February 8 assembly polls richer than the last time around, but they are also older. From 143 candidates with assets worth Rs 1 crore or more fielded by AAP, BJP and Congress in 2015, the number has gone up to 164 in 2020 for the three parties or their allies.
Lok Sabha Elections 2019: Election Meter
Raising doubts over the credibility of EVMs, a number of opposition parties on Sunday said they will move the SC again to demand verification of at least 50% of votes by paper trail.
3 tough polls coming up, BJP will bank on Karnataka morale booster
The next round of state polls will be a direct BJP versus Congress faceoff. Even in Mizoram, given BJP's inroads in the north-east, the party could be in the ring even if as a lesser force.
'Parties paid Rs 1,000-2,000 per vote, gave liquor as bonus'
According to sources in political parties, rates are fixed on the basis of 'candidature' and 'requirement' of votes from a particular community or locality.
Chamarajpet turns into cauldron of uncertainties
Chamarajpet assembly constituency, in the heart of Bengaluru, is in focus with two Muslim leaders swapping sides and set for a faceoff.
Narendra Modi’s gains in Tripura, Nagaland and Meghalaya give BJP new momentum
The political message is more than just about the symbolism of Congress being reduced literally to a zero in both Tripura (from 10 seats in 2013) and Nagaland (from 8 seats in 2013).
Budget session heading for a washout?
"The issue will be raised in Parliament because it has raised questions about the PM," Congress spokesman Anand Sharma said.
BJP's loss in Bihar is PM Narendra Modi's personal defeat: Left
The Left parties today said the Bihar mandate underscored PM Modi's "personal defeat" and reflected inception of "good days" for people who rejected RSS-BJP's "communal politics".
Lack of cohesion? New Janata Parivar has no name, no symbol or flag
Sources in the grouping said the announcement of the merger without finalising all such matters was a way of quelling misgivings within SP.
Congress top guns hit streets in Zameen Wapsi campaign
Congress MP Jyotiraditya Scindia said BJP's "achche din" were only for 20% of rich population and not for 80% farmers.
Centre unlikely to yield on major clauses in land bill
The sticking points are two provisions of the existing law, the government claims, made any land acquisition virtually impossible.
AAP planning expansion, may target BJP-ruled states: Yogendra Yadav
"There is a huge possibility in these areas where Congress is declining. In Delhi, AAP did well because we provided people with a third alternative," he said.
Congress to seek feedback on its 'anti-Hindu' perception
Congress heir apparent Rahul Gandhi has directed AICC managers to hold state-level meetings to pick the average worker's mind on key issues.
Uttarakhand flash floods: An unlikely arena for a faceoff between Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi
The floods in Uttarakhand have become an unlikely arena for a faceoff between Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi.
Congress mocks BJP, says ‘civil war’ in parivar
Congress on Sunday latched on to bickering in the BJP to mock at the opposition party, saying there was a "civil war" in the saffron outfit.
BJP insists PM Manmohan Singh must resign; opposition's allegation can't tarnish PM, says Congress
BJP appeared more bellicose in its faceoff with the UPA government, in a bid to exacerbate the perception of corruption haunting the ruling coalition.
How & why Lokpal will define India in 2012
Because if a Lokpal is finally appointed in 2012, it will be after numerous failed attempts to bring in the institution, stretching back decades.
No decision on PM under Lokpal at standing committee meeting
A consensus on inclusion of the office of the Prime Minister under Lokpal remained elusive at the standing committee meeting on Tuesday.
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