Georgia Governor Signs Controversial Voting Law Changes Georgia's new voting law faces criticism and legal challenges over its impact on voter rights and access to the ballot. Top News · May 7, 2024
Tensions rule high in Maharashtra; man stabbed to death 2024 Lok Sabha polls: 11 keenly contested seats in Maharashtra witnessed a voter turnout of 61.44% in the third phase The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Largely peaceful Phase 3 records over 64% polling 2024 Lok Sabha elections phase 3: election over in 282 out of 543 Lok Sabha seats; Left Front’s Murshidabad candidate clashes with Trinamool supporters; PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah cast their votes The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Polling for nine seats in Madhya Pradesh largely peaceful Bhopal and other Madhya Pradesh seats record 66.5% voter turnout in Lok Sabha elections, with notable candidates in fray. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Gujarat sees 55% turnout; Modi, Shah cast their votes Over 55% voter turnout in Gujarat's 25 constituencies during Lok Sabha elections; PM Modi and Amit Shah cast votes. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Barring a few incidents, polling peaceful in Belagavi, Vijayapura and Bagalkot districts Peaceful polling in North Karnataka; minor incidents reported, including BJP-Congress clashes, high voter turnout, and security measures. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Karnataka records 70.41% turnout in the final phase Bengaluru Lok Sabha polls: 66.05% voter turnout in Karnataka's second phase, Chikkodi records highest at 72.75%. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Reject proponents of lies, hatred for a brighter future, Sonia Gandhi urges voters Sonia Gandhi criticizes PM Modi's policies, urges voters to reject lies and hatred, and vote for Congress for a brighter future. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Rapido free rides on polling day Rapido offers free rides in Hyderabad on election day to promote voter turnout and inclusive electoral process. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
61% turnout, ‘puja’ at polling station, EVM set on fire: Phase 3 of polling ends Polling concluded in 93 seats across 11 states peacefully in the third phase of the Lok Sabha polls with a voter turnout of 61.78 percent on Tuesday, as per provisional figures. Newslaundry · May 7, 2024
Postal department joins awareness campaign for voter participation Telangana Postal Circle partners with Chief Electoral Officer to boost voter participation through special cancellations and awareness campaigns. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
First-time voters urged to exercise their franchise to help build responsible governments CBC Guntur urges young voters to fulfill their civic duty by participating in elections for responsible governance. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Despite the scorching heat, Kalyana Karnataka sees impressive turnout Peaceful polling in Kalyana Karnataka region with high voter turnout despite extreme heat and technical glitches. The Hindu · May 7, 2024
Academics Use Imaginary Data in Their Research Academia values the appearance of truth over actual truth. Reason · May 7, 2024
The Hindu · May 7, 2024 Mallikarjun Kharge criticises ECI, wonders whether the delay in releasing poll turnout data is an attempt to doctor final results Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes Election Commission for delays and lack of transparency, urging unity to protect democracy.
Al Jazeera · May 7, 2024 Modi votes in home state as mammoth India election hits half-way mark Millions vote across 93 constituencies in third phase as Modi leads a shrill campaign, ramping up polarising rhetoric.
WEKU · May 7, 2024 Fayette County Clerk concerned Primary voter turnout will be lower than a typical May Election Primary Election 2024 is two weeks away and a central Kentucky voting official has some concerns about voter turnout. Primary voting in May is traditionally much lower than a General Election in November
International Business Times · May 7, 2024 Lone Indian Voter Casts Ballot In Special Forest Booth Deep inside a protected Indian forest, a Hindu monk cast his ballot on Tuesday, ensuring a 100 percent turnout at the polling station where he is the sole registered voter.
The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2024 Voter ID has a role to play in free and fair elections Letters: The requirement to present photo ID at polling stations reinforces confidence in our elections, says Robert Frazer, but Maureen McLaughlin worries about those left without a vote. Plus letters from Nigel Evans and Peter Bottomley
Top News · May 6, 2024 Louisiana's Congressional Map Dispute Raises Voting Rights Concerns Legal battle over Louisiana's congressional map raises concerns about minority voter empowerment and fair redistricting.
Top News · May 6, 2024 Kamala Harris Intensifies Efforts To Connect With Black Voters Vice President Kamala Harris seeks to strengthen Black voter support for the Biden-Harris reelection campaign through strategic outreach efforts and engage...
The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2024 There is a way for Starmer’s Labour to fix the big rift with Muslim voters – if it has the will Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham won elections in areas with large Muslim populations. Both engaged with us as citizens, says Miqdaad Versi of the Muslim Council of Britain
The Hindu · May 6, 2024 Assam Lok Sabha polls: Decline in women candidates but female voters outnumber men Among the smaller parties, Gana Suraksha Party has given tickets to two women while Hindu Samaj Party, Gana Sangram Parishad, SUCI(C) and Voters Party have given to one each and there are three independents in the fray.
International Business Times · May 6, 2024 Far-right Parties Wage Disinfo War Ahead Of EU Vote Far-right populist parties are way ahead of their traditional rivals in the race for voter attention on social media, where disinformation is stirring fear and rage around key issues in June's European elections, experts say.
Al Jazeera · May 6, 2024 India Lok Sabha election 2024 Phase 3: Who votes and what’s at stake? Voters in 93 constituencies in 11 states, territories go to polls on May 7 in latest phase of world’s largest election.