D.K. Shivakumar conspiring to unseat Karnataka CM Siddharamaiah, alleges BJP leader Yatnal Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar plotting to overthrow CM Siddharamaiah with Lingayat seer's support, claims BJP MLA Yatnal. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Six weeks, 969 million voters, 2,600 parties: India’s mammoth election explained The world’s most populous country prepares to go to the polls, with Narendra Modi’s BJP the frontrunner in vote that ends on 1 June The Guardian - UK · Apr 18, 2024
Top news developments from Telangana today Stay updated with the latest news and updates from Telangana in one convenient location. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Rahul Gandhi may have to fight future poll from across oceans: Madhya Pradesh CM Madhya Pradesh CM predicts Rahul Gandhi may have to contest elections from overseas due to lack of safe seats. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Nitish Kumar’s absence from PM Modi’s public meeting on April 16 sets tongues wagging Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's absence from PM Modi's rallies sparks speculation amid recent gaffes, raising eyebrows in political circles. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
CSDS-Lokniti | Analysing the social media presence of the BJP and the Congress The Hindu features Lokniti CSDS survey on how social media plays a role in the election campaigns of the BJP and the Congress The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
CSDS-Lokniti | Analysing the advertising campaigns of the BJP and the Congress The Hindu features CSDS Lokniti survey on the advertising spending of the BJP and the Congress The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Jose K. Mani flays BJP’s communal tactics, calls for focus on State development Kerala Congress (M) chairman criticizes BJP's divisive tactics, emphasizes need for fair resource allocation for Kerala's development. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Politics over paddy continues in Telangana with parties trying to make best use of scenario Political slugfest in Telangana over paddy procurement and crop loss intensifies as election season coincides with harvesting period. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
A fight to finish Azam Khan in his bastion of Rampur in U.P. Rampur Lok Sabha seat faces post-Azam era as SP, BJP, and BSP vie for Muslim-dominated constituency. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Voting for YSRCP pointless as it’s not in NDA, says Naidu Vote for TDP-BJP-JSP alliance in Andhra Pradesh for development and welfare, as Naidu criticizes YSRCP's failures. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
PM Modi focuses on welfare, development initiatives in Tripura rally PM Modi highlights BJP manifesto, development initiatives, criticizes opposition parties, and urges support for BJP candidates in Agartala election rally. The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024
Sexism on the campaign trail Leaders in Karnataka are in a dispute over the effect of schemes targeting women The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024
The limitations of Ambedkarite Dalit politics today There is a growing splintering in Ambedkar’s political legacies today, making Dalit political parties a passive and relegated force The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 Definitely possible to break BJP fortress in South Bengaluru: Congress candidate Sowmya Reddy Under the scorching sun in the forenoon, Congress leader Sowmya Reddy is visiting residential buildings in Ejipura to meet voters during the first leg of her day long campaign. Bengaluru South is one of the biggest constituencies in Karnataka and in what has been touted as the “revenge election,” Ms.…
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 ‘The Congress government in Karnataka will emerge stronger after elections’ Even as a perceived turf war is on between Deputy Chief Minister and Karnataka Congress president D.K. Shivakumar and Janata Dal (Secular) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy over leadership of the Vokkaliga community, the former says that he is not just “one community’s leader” but works on a larger canvas as a…
Newslaundry · Apr 17, 2024 In Rajasthan’s Bharatpur, anger over development and caste, and BJP’s uphill battle This is the second story in a special series with The Mooknayak on the election machine in reserved constituencies.
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 Lok Sabha polls | Modi failed as PM of the great democracy that is India: T.N. CM Stalin Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin criticizes PM Modi, warns against BJP rule, and alleges AIADMK-BJP alliance in Lok Sabha polls.
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 Congress adopted 'loot' east policy, BJP turned it into 'Act East' policy: PM Modi Lok Sabha elections: Prime Minister Modi criticizes Congress during Tripura rally, praises BJP's 'Act East' policy, promises development in Tripura, and emphasizes connectivity in Northeast.
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 Peace talks should never compromise core issues of State: Manipur CM Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh asserted that any form of peace talks between the warring communities should not compromise the territorial integrity of the State and must ensure the protection of the indigenous population
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 Rajput community to boycott BJP candidates in Uttar Pradesh’s Muzaffarnagar, Kairana, Saharanpur The Rajputs held a ‘mahapanchayat’ and decided to boycott the BJP candidates in Muzaffarnagar, Kairana and Saharanpur Lok Sabha constituencies for allegedly neglecting the community while distributing party tickets, a leader said
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 Madhu Bangarappa says sister’s win in Shivamogga will be our reply to father’s defeat in 2009 Karnataka’s Minister for School Education Madhu Bangarappa said, “S. Bangarappa joined the BJP in 2004 and won. However, he left that party within a few months, and won the by-election in 2005 as well.”
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 BJP rebel K.S. Eshwarappa says ‘Modi is in my heart. How can he be removed from my heart?’ Shivamogga district unit of BJP has moved the district court, objecting to independent candidate K.S. Eshwarappa’s using Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s photo in election campaign in Shivamogga
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 Rajnath Singh seeks Congress’ stand on CPI(M) poll promise to dismantle nuclear weapons Rajnath Singh questions CPI(M)'s manifesto promise to dismantle India's nuclear weapons, demands Congress clarify stance.
The Hindu · Apr 17, 2024 BJP turned Congress-created problems into possibilities in northeast: PM Prime Minister Narendra Modi promises free ration and healthcare for all in Nalbari, Assam during election rally.