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‘We are watching’: How citizen-led initiatives safeguard democracy, electoral process

A string of violations of the model code of conduct during the 2019 Lok Sabha polls were reported to the election commission by the Indian Civil Liberties Union, a network of lawyers, students and activists. This time, the organisation is gearing to relaunch its #WeAreWatching project to create awareness about…

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Malikayya Guttedar joins Congress once more

In a significant turn of events, Afzalpur political landscape witnessed a remarkable shift as former minister and BJP leader Malikayya Guttedar joined the Congress on Friday.

The Hindu

Centre using probe agencies to insult political leaders, says Pinarayi

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes BJP's use of Central agencies to target political leaders, accusing them of unethical tactics.

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Lok Sabha elections results will be similar to what happened in 2004, says Congress leader Surjewala

AICC general secretary predicts BJP won't win more than 200 seats in upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

The Hindu

Campaigning reaches fever pitch in Chalakudy Lok Sabha constituency

Fever pitch campaigning in Chalakudy Lok Sabha constituency as key fronts deploy strategies to woo voters.

The Hindu

Kerala Congress splits again; new faction to support NDA

The Hindu

Maharashtra Minister Bhujbal says he is withdrawing from race for Nashik Lok Sabha ticket

Senior NCP leader and Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal said he has decided not to seek ticket from the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency so as to end the deadlock over the seat also coveted by the ally Shiv Sena

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Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Sowmya Reddy confident of breaking BJP fortress in Bengaluru South, and more

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First phase of LS polls: Sporadic violence in Bengal, 3 injured in Manipur

Media reports pointed to sporadic violence in parts of West Bengal and a shooting incident in Manipur as 102 Lok Sabha seats – across 21 states and union territories – went to polls in the first phase of the general elections on Friday.

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Lok Sabha Elections: West Bengal records 77.57 per cent voter turnout till 5 pm

West Bengal is leading the voter turnout charts after it recorded a 77.57 voting percentage in the state till 5 pm as per the data released by the Election Commission of India. Read further on Dynamite News:

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VCK, BJP cadres clash; three injured

Three persons were injured in a clash between cadres of the VCK and the BJP at Narashingampalayam near Jayamkondam in Chidambaram Lok Sabha constituency on Friday

The Hindu

Leader of the Opposition calls Kerala Chief Minister “mouthpiece of BJP”

The Hindu

Arvind Kejriwal being denied his medicines in jail as part of a larger conspiracy: Atishi

Addressing a press conference, Aam Aadmi Party's Atishi accused the ED of being a “subsidiary organisation of BJP”

The Hindu

‘Messianic spell’: how Narendra Modi created a cult of personality

Experts say Indian PM is hoping to be ‘bigger than Gandhi’ as he aims to win a third term in office

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Shashi Tharoor interview | ‘Only guarantee we have got from Modi is that his promises will all be broken’

Shashi Tharoor seeks fourth term in Lok Sabha, faces tough battle with BJP candidate in Thiruvananthapuram constituency.

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Lok Sabha polls: PwD voter casts his vote in J-K's Ramban; expresses gratitude to administration for disability-friendly election

In a heartening display of democratic fervor, a voter with disabilities defied physical constraints to exercise her constitutional right to vote in the Jammu Kashmir's Udhampur Lok Sabha Election 2024. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress leaders should advise Rahul Gandhi to withdraw statement urging ED to arrest Pinarayi Vijayan, says Brinda Karat

Brinda Karat criticises Rahul Gandhi for inviting ED to arrest Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, urges Congress to reconsider stance.

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LS polls: World's shortest living woman casts her vote in Nagpur, urges everyone to vote

The world's shortest-living woman, Jyoti Amge on Friday cast her vote at a polling booth in Nagpur. Read further on Dynamite News:

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BJP will not reach double digits in south India: D.K. Shivakumar

Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar made the claim based on the Congress party’s surveys.

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AAP’s Sanjay Singh says ‘Anything can happen to Arvind Kejriwal in jail’

AAP MP Sanjay Singh accuses BJP of hatching conspiracy against Arvind Kejriwal, claiming they may resort to extreme measures.

The Hindu

Amit Shah files nomination from Gandhinagar LS seat, says election is all about giving Modi third term

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on April 19 filed his nomination papers for the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat from where he is seeking re-election as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate.

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Tamil Nadu 2024: Why Coimbatore is crucial for BJP

Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore is witnessing a three-cornered fight in the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. The seat is a prestige battle for the BJP and signifies survival for the AIADMK, while the DMK is looking to take advantage of the split between the two parties.

The Hindu

Malikayya Guttedar quits BJP, joins Congress in Karnataka

Malikaya Guttedar is a six-time MLA and former minister.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha polls | Chennai sees over 20% voter turnout as of 11 a.m., T.N. CM, Governor cast their votes

Chennai sees peaceful elections with voter turnout exceeding 20%, despite complaints of missing names and distribution of party symbols.

The Hindu

Kadiyam Kavya refutes allegations over her nativity, calls her local

Congress candidate for Warangal Lok Sabha seat Kadiyam Kavya defends her local roots against allegations, urging voters to reject opponent Aroori Ramesh.

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