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For many, their wedding dates were fixed much before the Election Commission decided on the date of the Assembly elections in Karnataka. However, not all decided to let go of the opportunity to get inked before getting married. Grooms and brides all dressed up were seen at their respective polling…

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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

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Hakki Pikki tribals evacuated from Sudan participate in elections

Participating in the Legislative Assembly elections in Karnataka may have been the last thing on the minds of the Hakki Pikki tribals from different parts of Karnataka who were stranded in the war-torn Sudan. Back in their village of Pakshirajapura in Hunsur taluk near here days after their evacuation from…

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India's ruling BJP trails Congress in Karnataka state election - exit polls

India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is trailing the main opposition Congress party in elections held on Wednesday in the southern state of Karnataka, but neither seemed set for a clear win, TV exit polls showed.

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What are the issues steering voter sentiments in Karnataka?

On the polling day of Karnataka assembly elections, we caught up with voters and party workers at Raichur city constituency in Raichur, one of the most backward districts in the country. Most of the voters, across the age groups, said they reckon issues related to civic amenities, infrastructure and development…

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BJP MP Mangala Angadi says Jagadish Shettar will win in Hubballi, but BJP will come back to power

“BJP will come back to power in Karnataka. But Jagadish Shettar, the Congress candidate from Hubballi Dharwad Central will win,’‘ Mangala Angadi, MP and BJP leader from Belagavi, said on Wednesday.

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Karnataka Today newsletter: Karnataka goes to polls, records 65.59% voter turnout by 5 p.m., and more

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Karnataka assembly election: Did PM Modi hit two birds with one stone with Rajasthan visit?

NEW DELHI: Even as Karnataka was voting to elect a new government on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Rajasthan, which goes to polls later this year, and lashed out heavily at the Congress. While sounding the election bugle in Rajasthan, the PM also seems to have sent a message…

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Doctor’s take: Turmeric may have benefits, but it’s not a cure for all

Turmeric, the golden spice of Indian households, has once again sent political allegations sputtering, this time in the run up to the Karnataka polls – with Prime Minister Narendra Modi accusing the Congress of making fun of him for promoting turmeric as an immunity booster during Covid-19 pandemic.

Newslaundry

‘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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KPCC president D.K. Shivakumar rules out post-poll alliance with JD(S); says Congress will come to power on its own

D.K. Shivakumar’s comments were echoed by Siddaramaiah, who too expressed confidence that Congress would secure a majority of seats in the Assembly elections, paving the way for a one-party government in Karnataka

The Hindu

Seizures worth ₹463 crore made in Karnataka since imposition of MCC: ECI

The Election Commission has said that a whopping over ₹463 crore worth cash, liquor, jewels, drugs and freebies have been seized since the second week of March while the Enforcement Directorate has attached ₹288 crore worth of assets.

The Hindu

BJP MLA Ramesh Jarkiholi claims he is being threatened, demands CBI probe in sleaze CD case

“I request the Union Government and the incoming government in Karnataka to order a CBI probe into the sleaze CD case in which I am an accused,” said Gokak MLA Ramesh Jarkiholi. “It is not for my sake, but for the sake of hundreds of innocent persons in the State…

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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.

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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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Karnataka Assembly polls: Voting begins; high stakes for BJP, Congress

The polling for the Karnataka Assembly elections began amid tight security on Wednesday. The voting started at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

India's ruling Hindu nationalists challenged in state vote

People in the southern Indian state of Karnataka are voting in an election where surveys showed the opposition Congress party favored over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governing Hindu nationalist party

The Hindu

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Sharad Pawar slams allies Sanjay Raut, Prithviraj Chavan for remarks against NCP

While maintaining there were no misunderstandings within the tripartite Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar on Tuesday slammed his allies, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Sanjay Raut and senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan for their comments against his party.

The Hindu

Securing the migrant vote

While the Election Commission’s RVM proposal provides hope to millions of migrant workers, two crucial priorities ahead are to create awareness about the initiative and ensure transparency

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HC allows hoteliers to offer complimentary food to those who cast votes, but with a rider

The High Court of Karnataka on Tuesday night stayed the operation of the press note issued by the office of the District Election Officer, through the Assistant Commissioner (Elections) of the Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike, that had warned hoteliers of action for providing food either free of cost or at…

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Many tourist destinations closed on voting day

As staffers go home to cast their votes in their respective constituencies, all hotels under the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) in Karnataka will remain closed on May 10, the General Assembly Election Day, said Jagadeesha G., Managing Director, KSTDC.

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HC notice to govt. on shifting PU college

The High Court of Karnataka on Tuesday ordered issue of notice to the State government on a plea of residents of Kanakuppe village, Hebbur taluk in Tumakuru district, against shifting of a government pre-university college to another place.

The Hindu

IOCL mobilises additional cylinders from neighbouring States to bring down backlog in delivery

In an effort to reduce the backlog in the delivery of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) is bringing in refills from Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana and Puducherry

The Hindu

All set for polling in Kittur Karnataka region

The stage is set for free and fair elections in the districts of Kittur Karnataka with the officials and employees from various departments, teachers and lecturers from various educational institutions deputed for election duty taking every precaution and making all arrangements for smooth conduct of the assembly elections today.

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