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Low turnout: Not poll apathy, but out-of-sync voter lists, say analysts and citizens

Does half of Bengaluru not vote? Or is there something more to it? As the numbers for Bengaluru released by the Election Commission on Thursday showed 55% voter turnout barring postal votes and home voting, experts and civic group activists say errors in voter rolls like duplication, deletion, and mismatched…

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Assembly elections: Turnout at 73.19% is a historic high for Karnataka

Karnataka’s voter turnout in the Legislative Assembly elections on Wednesday reached a historic high of 73.19 % — and is expected to go up further — despite a continued dismal show in Bengaluru, Election Commission officials said on Thursday.

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With 66.43%, Kalaburagi records lowest voter turnout in the State after Bengaluru city

Kalaburagi, which is the centre of Kalyana Karnataka housing the headquarters of Kalaburagi Revenue Division and Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board (KKRDB), showed a pathetic performance in voter turnout in the Assembly Elections 2023 held on May 10.

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Perks of voting in Bengaluru? Free cakes, benne dose and movie tickets

In light of the High Court of Karnataka lifting the temporary ban on offers, restaurants, bakeries, and an amusement park extended discounts and incentives to boost voter turnout.

The Hindu

Haj cost from Hyderabad among lowest in the country

Making the pilgrimage from Hyderabad tentatively costs a total of ₹3,05,173, and is the third lowest after the Bengaluru and Mumbai embarkation points.

The Hindu

Over 72% turnout in peaceful Karnataka Assembly polls

The Karnataka Assembly elections held on May 10 passed off peacefully with an impressive turnout of over 72.22%, with Bengaluru reporting the lowest turnout

The Hindu

Election officers complain about poor quality food

Election Officers in Bengaluru South and Central district alleged that poor quality food was given to them at polling stations.

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‘Modi for next 60 years’: BJP brings star attraction to Karnataka election

Party faces uphill task in southern state but is hoping PM’s popularity can galvanise votes with general election looming

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Congress has no right to criticise Centre on inflation: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sithraman, who cast her vote for Karnataka Assembly polls on May 10, expressed confidence about BJP coming back to power in the State with a full majority and criticised the Congress over inflation during UPA rule.

The Hindu

India’s Karnataka state votes in crucial challenge to ruling BJP

The outcome is likely to be an indicator of voter sentiment ahead of national elections expected by May next year.

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BBMP warns of action against private companies that fail to give leave to employees who want to vote

After the Election Commission received several complaints that IT/BT companies based in Bengaluru have not announced leave to the employees to vote on May 10, Wednesday, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) warned of action against private companies that fail to give leave to employees for elections.

The Hindu

Youth held at Amaravila with nearly 40 g of MDMA

Excise officials apprehended a youth during an alleged bid to smuggle nearly 40 gram of synthetic drug MDMA in the capital district on Tuesday

The Hindu

Special trains to clear rush during polling

South Western Railway will run the following special trains to clear the extra rush on May 10 in Karnataka, a release said.

The Hindu

iPhone maker Foxconn buys huge site in Devanahalli

Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn has bought a huge tract of land on the outskirts of Bengaluru, the key Apple supplier said in a filing on Tuesday (May 9) as it looks to diversify production away from China.

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Newslaundry

Another Election Show: What matters to activist city Bengaluru

Bengaluru is known for its activism. We catch up with three activists in the city and look at their concerns. Civic issues, communalism and constitution, these are important issues that these activists want to spotlight.

The Hindu

Free benne dose, movie tickets, amusement park discounts await Bengaluru voters

The hospitality sector is striving to enhance the low voter turnout in the city by providing complimentary food and making verbal appeals to encourage citizens to vote.

The Hindu

BJP, Congress leaders invoke lord Anjaneya on eve of polling

BJP election in-charge Shobha Karandlaje targeted the Congress that has proposed to ban on the Bajrang Dal in its manifesto, by claiming that the proposal has created a fear psychosis in Karnataka.

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264 theme-based polling stations in Bengaluru to attract voters

According to officials, these unique polling stations will highlight the local culture and heritage along with creating awareness. A high-visibility canvas has been made on the walls of the classrooms-turned-polling booths.

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iPhone maker Foxconn buys huge site in India

BENGALURU, India: Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn has bought a huge tract of land on the outskirts of Indian tech hub Bengaluru, the key Apple supplier said in a filing Tuesday as it looks to diversify production away from China.

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Another Election Show: Bengaluru is crumbling, voting wisely will help

Is your MLA responsible for the dug-up road outside your house? What is the job of a legislator? Why does Bengaluru – a city famous for its activism – record a low voting percentage? Manisha Pande discusses these themes with Srinivas Alavilli, an activist and co-founder of Citizens for Bangalore.…

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Karnataka elections: Travelling to cast your vote? Shell out more for private buses

People who are planning to travel by private buses on the eve of Election Day (May 10) to cast their votes have to pay hefty fares

The Hindu

House collapses, lake breaches in Bengaluru after Monday rain

A short spell of heavy rain in parts of Bengaluru on Monday, yet again exposed the chinks in the civic infrastructure while also causing damage to property

The Hindu

Shopkeepers impacted by Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway say no hope of recovery from losses in near future

Shopkeepers who continue to suffer business losses after the opening of the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway see no hope of recovery in the near future

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Karnataka Poll: Priyanka Gandhi holds high-voltage roadshow in Bengaluru; massive crowd throngs the route

Standing on a vehicle bedecked with flowers, Priyanka Gandhi greeted the crowd thronging on both sides of the road. Must read further on Dynamite News:

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