Madhya Pradesh: Bus carrying EVMs, polling officials catches fire in Betul, damage reported
Madhya Pradesh: Bus carrying EVMs, polling officials catches fire in Betul, damage reported A bus carrying polling officials and electronic voting machines (EVM) caught fire in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district while returning from Goula village on Tuesday night, causing damage to a few EVMs, according to a senior police official. The incident took place near Goula village in Multai tehsil of Betul district and a case was registered into the matter, he added. Sharing details, Betul SP Nischal Jharia said the fire broke out due to a mechanical fault but no one suffered any injuries in the incident. There were 36 people on the bus. The polling personnel left with EVMs of six polling booths...The fire broke out due to a mechanical fault. Two EVMs are undamaged while four others suffered a little damage to their parts. There were 36 people on the bus. They jumped out of the bus by somehow breaking the glass on the windows of the bus as its doors got jammed. They did not suffer injuries...They were sent ahead on another bus...A case has been registered in this regard, Betul SP Nischal Jharia told ANI. Meanwhile, Betul Collector DM Narendra Kumar Suryavanshi said the report has been sent to the Election Commission of India (ECI). We have sent a report to the Election Commission. We will take the next steps after instructions come from there...All the polling personnel are safe. They deposited their polling material here...Prima facie, as per the eyewitnesses, it was a mechanical fault, Betul Collector DM Narendra Kumar Suryavanshi said. During the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Tuesday, nine seats in Madhya Pradesh including Betul, Guna, Morena, Bhind, Rajgarh, Vidisha, Gwalior, and Bhopal, cast ballots in the state with an approximate voting turnout percentage of 66.05 per cent. The prominent candidates who were in the fray from Madhya Pradesh were former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Digvijaya Singh, the BJP candidate from Vidisha, Union Minister and BJP leader Jyotiraditya Scindia from Guna, the Congress candidate from Rajgarh, and former Bhopal mayor Alok Sharma, BJP's candidate from Bhopal. (ANI)
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Bus Carrying Voting Officials Catches Fire in Madhya Pradesh, EVMs Destroyed
A bus transporting voting officials and electronic voting machines (EVMs) went up in flames in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district, resulting in damage to several EVMs, as per a statement from a senior official. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported among the polling staff or the bus driver, Betul Collector Narendra Suryavanshi confirmed to the media. The incident occurred near Gola village around 11 pm on Tuesday, according to Suryavanshi. The fire reportedly originated from a spark within the bus, but fortunately, no injuries were sustained. The blaze caused damage to EVMs from four polling stations, identified as booth numbers 275 to 280. #WATCH | Madhya Pradesh: A bus, carrying polling personnel, burst into flames while returning from Goula Village in the Multai assembly constituency of Betul Lok Sabha constituency last night. The polling personnel jumped off the bus and were safe. However, four EVMs suffered pic.twitter.com/wlqMXrlB2z ANI (@ANI) May 8, 2024 Firefighters managed to extinguish the flames, but the bus was left completely charred. At the time of the incident, there were six polling teams and an equal number of EVMs onboard. Among them, four EVMs were damaged while the remaining two remained unharmed, Suryavanshi explained. In the affected EVMs, either the control unit or the ballot unit suffered damage due to the fire. Responding to concerns about the impact on recorded votes, the collector stated that he would submit a report to the Election Commission for further action. The commission will decide whether re-polling is necessary for the affected booths. According to a polling official, the Betul Lok Sabha seat recorded a total of 72.65% voter turnout. Setback for AAP in Punjab as Former Amritsar Deputy Mayor Joins BJP AAP Workers Detained During IPL Match Protest PM Modi's Varanasi Roadshow: A Spectacle of Democracy in Action
Madhya Pradesh: Bus carrying polling personnel, burst into flames, EVMs destroyed. Watch video
A bus carrying polling officials and electronic voting machines caught fire in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district, causing damage to a few EVMs, according to a senior official. However, no polling staff and the driver of the bus suffered any injury in the incident, Betul Collector Narendra Suryavanshi told PTI over phone.
Bus ferrying poll officials in MP gutted in fire, 4 EVMs damaged
A bus transporting polling staff caught fire in Madhya Pradesh's Betul Lok Sabha constituency.
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State swelters under intense heat on polling day
Bhopal: The state of Madhya Pradesh sweltered under intense heat during the polling day, with daytime temperatures ranging between 40 to 43 degrees Celsius. Cities such as Bhopal, Gwalior, Bhind, Morena, Rajgarh, Guna, Betul, Vidisha, and Sagar bore the brunt of scorching heat waves. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) reported clear weather in the northwestern... The post State swelters under intense heat on polling day first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
Fire engulfs three shops in Madhya Pradesh's Mandla
Fire engulfs three shops in Madhya Pradesh's Mandla
LS polls: MP, Chhattisgarh record lower turnout than 2019
Bhopal: The third phase polling in Madhya Pradesh in which nine Lok Sabha constituencies went to elections on Tuesday recorded lower voting percentage as compared to the average polling in these seats in the 2019 polls. According to the data available with the chief electoral officers office here, the third phase polling in Madhya Pradesh has recorded polling of 66.12 percent by six pm as compared to the average polling percentage of 71.16 percent recorded in these seats in the last polls. However, the polling percentage recorded in the third phase of LS elections in Madhya Pradesh has witnessed a sharp rise over that of the second phase polling in the state. In the second phase polling in which six LS constituencies went to polls on April 26 has recorded a voting percentage of 58.35. The remaining eight LS seats in Madhya Pradesh will go to polls in the fourth and final phase polling on May 13. In the 2019 LS polls, BJP had won 28 out of 29 seats in Madhya Pradesh, leaving Congress to bag the lone LS seat of Chhindwara. The third and final phase polling in Chhattisgarh in which seven LS seats went to polls on Tuesday recorded 67.07 percent polling by six pm as compared to the average polling of 71.14 percent in these seats in the 2019 polls. In the 2019 LS polls in Chhattisgarh, BJP had won nine out of 11 seats, while Congress secured the remaining two seats.
Ahead of polls, MP-based illegal firearms syndicate busted, 15 guns seized
NEW DELHI: Just a couple of weeks ahead of the polling day (May 25) in the national capital, the police nabbed two key members of a Madhya Pradesh-based inter-state illegal arms supply racket and recovered 15 semi-automatic pistols from their possession, an official said on Monday. The accused were identified as Wasim (36), and Mohd Sehdaan (22), both residents of Sambhal district in UP. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) Prateeksha Godara said that they received a tip-off on May 3 regarding the two members of the syndicate. Sehdaan came near Red Light connecting Thimayya Marg and Cariappa Marg to deliver a big consignment of illegal firearms to one Sonu, a resident of Uttam Nagar, after procuring the same from one Sardar in Madhya Pradesh. Accordingly, the police laid a trap and the duo was apprehended when they arrived at the spot in their silver-coloured Mahindra XUV-500. Fifteen semi-automatic pistols were recovered from both accused persons and their vehicle, the officer said. On interrogation, Wasim disclosed that he has been indulging in the illegal trade of firearms for more than two-three years and, along with Sehdaan, used to supply illegal firearms on the directions of one of his known, Sarfarz alias Sonu, to various persons of Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. Sonu used to give him Rs 10,000 per trip to bring the consignment of illegal arms. Sonu used to provide the details of associates from whom they had to procure the consignment, said the DCP.
Addressing an election rally in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone district, PM Modi hit out at the opposition Congress, saying its intent is very dangerous and alleged it calls for vote jihad were directed against him. India is at a turning point in history; you have to decide if 'vote jihad' will work or Ram Rajya, the BJP's star campaigner told the gathering.
Bus Carrying EVMs, Polling Staff Catches Fire In Madhya Pradesh: Official
A bus carrying polling officials and electronic voting machines caught fire in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district, causing damage to a few EVMs, according to a senior official.
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Phase 3 Polls See 62.45% Turnout
New Delhi : A nearly 62 per cent voter turnout was recorded on Tuesday in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories. Assam recorded the highest turnout at 76.13 per cent followed by Goa (74.50) and West Bengal (73.93). While Maharashtra (56.40), Uttar Pradesh (57.34), Bihar (57.27), and Gujarat (57.04) had lower voter turnout, Chhattisgarh (68.15), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (65.23), Karnataka (69.30) and Madhya Pradesh (65.11) witnessed moderate polling. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah were among those who exercised their franchise in Gujarat, where elections were held in 25 seats. While Modi cast his vote at a polling booth in Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency, Shah voted at a polling booth in Ahmedabad with his family. Shah (Gandhinagar) is among the bigwigs in the fray in this phase along with Union ministers Jyotiraditya Scindia (Guna), Mansukh Mandaviya (Porbandar), Parshottam Rupala (Rajkot), Pralhad Joshi (Dharwad) and SP Singh Baghel (Agra). After casting his vote, Modi mingled with the crowd waiting outside for him and also held a brief conversation with a visually impaired girl. Later, while talking to media Modi said, Today is the third phase of voting. There is great importance of Daan in our country and in the same spirit, the countrymen should vote as much as possible. Four rounds of voting are still ahead. As a voter in Gujarat, this is the only place where I vote regularly and Amit Bhai is contesting from here as a BJP candidate... However, despite the presence of such bigwigs, the voters in Gujarat did not show much enthusiasm to vote. In Uttar Pradesh, where several members of Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadavs family are contesting, party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the BJP workers were trying to loot booths in Mainpuri and people from Opposition parties were being detained in police stations. Yadav cast his vote in Saifai (Etawah) in Mainpuri constituency where his wife and sitting MP Dimple Yadav is contesting. He also alleged rigging of votes at some places and said, information is coming from some places that the government is using force. It is heard that officers have been deployed outside polling booths. In Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, his wife Sunetra Pawar, who is the NCP candidate from the Baramati Lok Sabha seat, and NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar were among those who cast their votes. Sharad Pawar was welcomed with a traditional aarti as he arrived at a polling booth in the Malegaon area of Baramati constituency in Pune district. Sunetra is pitted against her sister-in-law Supriya Sule, Sharad Pawars daughter and the sitting MP from there. In Karnataka, Pralhad Joshi, Bhagwanth Khuba, Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge were among those who came in early to cast their votes. Former chief minister B.S. Yediyurappa along with sons his B.Y. Raghavendra, BJP candidate from Shimoga Lok Sabha segment and B.Y. Vijayendra, partys state chief -- and daughters-in-law cast their vote at Shikaripura in Shivamogga district. In Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accompanied by his wife Riniki Bhuyan Sarma and daughter Sukanya Sarma exercised his franchise at Amingaon in Barpeta Lok Sabha seat.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing an election rally in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday. (UNI)
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400 Seats Needed To Prevent Cong To Bring Article 370 Back: PM Modi
DHAR (MP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said he wants the BJP-led NDA to win 400 seats in the ongoing Lok Sabha polls to ensure the Congress does not bring back Article 370 in Kashmir and put a Babri lock on the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Addressing a rally at Dhar in Madhya Pradesh, []
High Voter Turnout in Third Phase; Clashes and Allegations Mar West Bengal and UP Voting
High Voter Turnout in Third Phase; Clashes and Allegations Mar West Bengal and UP Voting Nearly 65 per cent voter turnout was recorded on Tuesday in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories with stray incidents of violence in West Bengal. Assam recorded the highest turnout at 81.71 per cent followed by West Bengal at 76.52 per cent and Goa at 75.20 per cent, while Uttar Pradesh witnessed the lowest at 57.34 per cent, with Bihar at 58.18 per cent, Gujarat at 59.51 per cent and Maharashtra at 61.44 per cent doing slightly better, according to the figures from the Election Commission at 12.15 am. The overall voting percentage was 64.58 per cent. According to the EC, the figures are an ''approximate trend'' and are likely to rise as data is being collected. While the official time for the voting to conclude is 6 pm, it can go beyond to enable voters who have come in the queue before the end of fixed polling hours to exercise their franchise. Among other states and UTs, Chhattisgarh recorded 71.06 per cent polling, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu 69.87 per cent, Karnataka 70.41 per cent, and Madhya Pradesh 66.05 per cent, according to the EC. As many as 17.24 crore people, including 8.39 crore females, were eligible to vote in the third phase and 1.85 lakh polling stations manned by 18.5 lakh officials had been set up. With this, voting has been completed in 20 states/UTs and 282 Lok Sabha seats out of 543. The overall voting percentage in the first and second phases was 66.14 per cent and 66.71 per cent respectively. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah were among those who exercised their franchise in Gujarat, where elections were held in 25 seats. While PM Modi cast his vote at a polling booth in Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency, Shah voted at a polling booth in Ahmedabad. Shah (Gandhinagar) is among the bigwigs in the fray along with Union ministers Jyotiraditya Scindia (Guna), Mansukh Mandaviya (Porbandar), Parshottam Rupala (Rajkot), Pralhad Joshi (Dharwad) and SP Singh Baghel (Agra). The stakes are high for the BJP in this round as it had won an overwhelming majority of these seats, including all in Gujarat, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh, in the last election. Both the BJP and the INDIA bloc claimed that they had the upper hand after the third phase. ''Across all the states and UTs, voters from all walks of life have placed their faith in the NDA and our development agenda. INDI Alliance is losing even more steam, thanks to their regressive economics and outdated votebank politics,'' Modi said on X. The Congress claimed that the BJP has been wiped out in the south and reduced to half of its strength after the three phases ''Its very clear that for the BJP, it is South mein Saaf, North mein Half,'' Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said on X. In Uttar Pradesh, where several members of Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav's family are contesting, party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the BJP workers were trying to ''loot booths'' in Mainpuri and people from opposition parties were being detained in police stations. Yadav cast his vote in Saifai (Etawah) in Mainpuri constituency where his wife and sitting MP Dimple Yadav is contesting. Sporadic incidents of violence marred the polling in the four constituencies in West Bengal as TMC, BJP and Congress-CPI(M) workers clashed with each other in various parts of Murshidabad and Jangipur seats. According to state election officials, Murshidabad registered the highest voter turnout of 80.13 per cent followed by Maldaha Dakshin (76.15 pc), Maldaha Uttar (75.92 pc), and Jangipur (73.71 pc). The TMC, BJP, and the Congress-CPI(M) alliance lodged separate complaints related to poll violence, voter intimidation, and assaults on poll agents. The EC received 182 complaints by 9 am, most of which were from Murshidabad and Jangipur constituencies. ''The TMC has unleashed a reign of terror in the entire constituency. Strict action must be taken by the Election Commission,'' Left-Congress combine candidate Mohammed Salim said in Murshidabad seat. In the Karimpur area of the seat, clashes were reported between the TMC and the CPI(M) supporters outside a few booths. Clashes were reported between the TMC and the Congress activists from the Domkol area. In some areas, TMC workers held protests alleging that central forces were assisting BJP workers in ''intimidating'' voters at booths in the Maldaha North constituency. In Uttar Pradesh, Agra witnessed 53.99 per cent polling, Aonla 57.08 per cent, Budaun 54.05 per cent, Bareilly 57.88 per cent, Etah 59.17 per cent, Fatehpur Sikri 57.09 per cent, Firozabad 58.22 per cent, Hathras 55.36 per cent, Mainpuri 58.59 per cent and Sambhal 62.81 per cent. ''In Mainpuri, BJP people are trying to loot booths. They are detaining opposition people in police stations,'' SP chief Yadav alleged without elaborating. ''There is information from some places that the government is using force. It is heard that officers have been deployed outside polling booths,'' he said. In Budaun, the villagers of Dhoranpur boycotted the polling to protest against the alleged non-fulfilment of their demand for a road. District Magistrate Manoj Kumar said the issue has come to his notice and a sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) has been sent to the village. Not a single vote was also cast in three villages of Firozabad -- Nagla Jawahar, Neem Kheria and Nagla Umar -- as the villagers tried to draw the administration's attention to their problems. SP candidate Aditya Yadav in Budaun alleged that his party supporters were not being allowed to vote in some places. ''I have made a complaint in this regard with the EC observer and have given proof of police atrocities. We are only getting assurances,'' he said. Queues were seen at polling booths in most Lok Sabha segments in northern districts of Karnataka. Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Bhagwanth Khuba, and Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge were among those who came in early to cast their votes. Former chief minister B S Yediyurappa along with sons B Y Raghavendra, BJP candidate from Shimoga Lok Sabha segment, and B Y Vijayendra, party's state president, along with other family members cast their vote at Shikaripura in Shivamogga district. Two government officials on poll duty died in Karnataka after suffering a heart attack, sources in the Election Commission said. A 45-year-old woman polling officer - Kaushika Babariya- deployed at a polling booth in Amreli district of Gujarat, also died of a heart attack. In Gujarat, the Banaskantha district collector ordered an inquiry after Congress Lok Sabha candidate Geniben Thakor alleged that electors were threatened and asked to vote for the BJP by some youngsters posing as Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel at a polling station. In Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, his wife Sunetra Pawar, who is the NCP candidate from the Baramati Lok Sabha seat, and NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar were among those who cast their votes. Sharad Pawar was welcomed with a traditional 'aarti' as he arrived at a polling booth in the Malegaon area of Baramati constituency in Pune district. Ajit Pawar and Sunetra Pawar cast their votes at a polling booth in Katewadi area of Baramati. Sunetra is pitted against her sister-in-law Supriya Sule, Sharad Pawar's daughter and the sitting MP from there. In Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accompanied by his wife Riniki Bhuyan Sarma and daughter Sukanya Sarma exercised his franchise at Amingaon in Barpeta Lok Sabha seat. Amid rains, people used different modes of transport, including boats, to reach the polling stations across Guwahati, Barpeta, Dhubri and Kokrajhar constituencies. With the BJP bagging Surat unopposed, 25 seats in Prime Minister Modi's home state of Gujarat went to polls on Tuesday, besides 11 seats in Maharashtra, 10 seats in Uttar Pradesh, the remaining 14 of the 28 in Karnataka, seven in Chhattisgarh, five in Bihar, four each in Assam and West Bengal, and all two in Goa. Voting was held in two seats in Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu and nine seats in Madhya Pradesh, including Betul where elections were earlier deferred. Over 1,331 candidates, including around 120 women, were in the fray in the third phase. The next four phases will be on May 13, May 20, May 25 and June 1. The counting of votes is on June 4.
Modi Accuses I.N.D.I.A Bloc of Aiming to Redirect SC, ST, OBC Reservations to Muslims
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday slammed RJD president Lalu Prasad Yadav over his remarks favouring reservation benefits to Muslims and said the I.N.D.I.A bloc wants to snatch all quotas of SC, ST and OBCs and give them to their vote bank as part of a deeper conspiracy. Speaking to reporters in Patna, Yadav had said that he was in favour of extending reservation benefits to Muslims and alleged that the ruling BJP at the Centre wanted to do away with reservations by scrapping the Constitution. Should not Muslims to get reservations (aarakshan to milna chahiye na Muslamanon ko), was Yadavs terse reply to journalists. Slamming Yadav, the Prime Minister addressing a public rally in Madhya Pradeshs Dhar, said that a big alliance partner of the I.N.D.I.A. bloc has endorsed what he used to say about their plan to end the reservations for SC, ST and OBCs. Their leader who has eaten the animals fodder and convicted by the court, even by the Supreme Court in the corruption case and out on bail due to health. Congress is making him dance on their head. He is saying not only Muslims should get reservations but all the reservations should be given to Muslims. Means they want all the reservation to Muslims by snatching it from SC, ST and OBC, Modi said. Meanwhile, the BJP labeled the Opposition partners fundamentally anti-Hindu and anti-Ram, and claimed that there is a fight within the I.N.D.I.A. bloc for Muslim votes and it has become a fashion to abuse the Sanatana culture of India for appeasement politics. The ruling party claimed that the suspicion being raised by the Prime Minister and the BJP about the Oppositions plan to change the Constitution to give reservations to Muslims from the share of the SCs, STs and OBCs is turning out to be true from the RJD supremos statement. Accusing the I.N.D.I.A. bloc members of being fundamentally anti-Hindu and anti-Ram, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while addressing an election rally in Sitapaur said, SP people oppose Lord Rama, shoot at Ram bhakts, support terrorists, celebrate the death of Ram bhakts and shed tears when mafias die... Training guns at the SP and other Opposition members, Adityanath said It has become a fashion to abuse the Sanatana culture of India, to challenge the existence of Lord Rama and Lord Krishna. And about this, I will only say that Vinash kale viprit buddhi...
Modi Urges Voters to Choose Between Vote Jihad and Ram Rajya in Election Rallies
BHOPAL: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday exhorted people to choose between vote jihad, being promoted by the Congress, and Ram Rajya, being established by the BJP, while exercising their franchise in the ongoing general election. Addressing poll rallies in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, the Prime Minister said the country now stands at a critical juncture of history and the people have to decide whether they opt for the path of vote jihad (a move to unite Muslims against the BJP) or to establish Ram Rajya (good governance). The Prime Minister said, As long as I am alive, I will not allow any attempt to erase Indias identity under the guise of false secularism to succeed. Seeking votes for the BJP, he said, Modi needs 400 seats to counter every design by the Congress and the I.N.D.I.A. bloc and to ensure that the Congress does not restore Article 370 in Kashmir and that the Congress does not take the initiative of overturning the Ram Mandir verdict. Terrorists in Pakistan are threatening jihad against India, while some Congress leaders are calling for a vote jihad against him (Modi), calling upon the people of a particular religion to unite and vote against Modi, the Prime Minister said while speaking at Khargone and Dhar districts of Madhya Pradesh. He said the term love jihad was not acceptable in a democracy and added that the Indian Constitution also did not allow such kind of jihad. Frustration and desperation have pushed the Congress to stoop to such a low. The intentions of the Congress are alarming and its conspiracies are very dangerous, he said. He was referring to an election speech by Maria Alam, a Samajwadi Party leader and niece of senior Congress leader and former external affairs minister Salman Khushid. She had said, Together do vote jihad -- with intelligence, without being sentimental and with silence. As we can only do vote jihad to drive away this Sanghi government. Both Khurshid and his niece have been booked by the Uttar Pradesh police for the remark. Training his guns at the Congress, Modi said that many senior Congress leaders having association with the party for over three-four decades are now resigning, saying enough is enough. One of the woman Congress leaders (Radhika Khera) who resigned from the party has narrated how she was subjected to mistreatment by the party for visiting the Ram temple and another leader said that the Congress was now captured by the Muslim League and Maoists. Another Congress leader has exposed that the Congress shehzada (referring to Rahul Gandhi) intends to overturn the Supreme Courts verdict on the Ram Mandir, similar to how his father, former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi, had reversed the SCs decision in the Shaho Bano case, Modi said. He also slammed the recent statement by Congress leader and former Punjab chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi that the terrorist attack on an IAF convoy in Poonch last week was a pre-election stunt by the BJP to justify his love for Pakistan jibe at the Congress. Launching a tirade against the Congress and I.N.D.I.A. bloc for their dangerous agenda of appeasement politics, Modi addressing rallies in Ahmednagar and Beed in Maharashtra, claimed that no trick of the I.N.D.I.A. bloc is working in front of the people. Modi said now the Congress B-team from across the border has been activated to boost the morale of the grand old party. He also said that June 4 is the expiry date of the I.N.D.I.A. bloc. Addressing rallies for BJP and Shiv Sena candidates in Ahmednagar and Beed, Modi said, The expiry date of the I.N.D.I.A bloc is June 4 (when the results of the Lok Sabha election will be declared). After that day, there will be no one to raise the flag of the I.N.D.I.A bloc. This election is being held to choose between those who fulfill peoples desires and those who indulge in appeasement. The Prime Minister also alleged that the Congress wants to give reservation to Muslims on the basis of their religion from the quota reserved for STs, SCs and OBCs. Now, I.N.D.I.A bloc says that they will snatch away reservation from SC/ST/OBC and give it to Muslims. They want to give reservation based on religion, which was not allowed by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, he said.
In Madhya Pradesh, Chambal records low turnout, EC refutes Digvijayas charges
In the third phase of the Lok Sabha election in Madhya Pradesh, Rajgarh reported the highest turnout with 76.19% electors voting, while Bhind in the Chambal division recorded the lowest polling in the State at 55.44%
BHOPAL:Three prominent electoral districts, where high profile political figures were competing, recorded the highest voter turnout, with approximately 66% of the electorate casting their votes across nine constituencies in Madhya Pradesh during the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Tuesday. After the total voter turnout stayed much below the 2019 polls figures in the first two phases, in a pleasant change, the voting percentage in the third phase (till the time of filling this news report) stood at around 66%. It was close to the 66.63% voter turnout reported on the same nine seats in the 2019 elections. Importantly in the first two phases, the voter turnout was eight percent and nine percent less compared to the corresponding figures of the 2019 elections. The Rajgarh seat of central MP from where former CM Digvijaya Singh was contesting as Congress candidate after 33 years reported maximum 75%, followed by 74% in Vidisha where another ex-MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan was the BJP candidate. In Guna, the seat of Gwalior-Chambal region, where union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia was the BJP candidate, reported 72% voting, while Betul-ST seat reported 73% polling. The two major cities, including state capital Bhopal and Gwalior reported 64% and 62% polling respectively, while the lowest 55% polling was reported in the Bhind-SC seat and 58% in Morena which have historically been infamous for lower voter turnout. While no major incident was reported from anywhere across the 19 districts, where the polls happened on the nine seats, two groups clashed in Bhind district, where police used mild force later to disperse them. There was an early morning incident of a youth on way for voting, getting injured after being shot at in Bhind district, but later it turned out to be the fallout of a non-poll related dispute between two families belonging to the same Khatik (SC) caste. Also, in pursuance of a past practice dating back to 1996 elections, all three main candidates, including the BJP, Congress and BSP nominees stood at the district police lines for ensuring free and fair polls in the highly sensitive Morena seat.
Feedback from today's polling confirms NDA's excellent momentum, says Assam CM Sarma
Feedback from today's polling confirms NDA's excellent momentum, says Assam CM Sarma Assam Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has gained an excellent momentum in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. The feedback from today's polling confirms the excellent momentum NDA has maintained through all the phases till now, said Assam Chief Minister. CM Sarma further stated, In the 4 seats that went to polls today in Assam, NDA will win 3. He said that there would be a contest on the 4th one and for obvious reasons. Earlier in the day, Sarma cast his vote at a polling station in Barpeta Parliamentary Constituency. After casting his vote, the Assam Chief Minister expressed confidence in the victory of his party and its allies in the elections and said BJP and its alliance partners will get a good result. He also added that people will vote for progress and East India and the northeast will play a historic role in this election. Meanwhile, polling was held for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election on Tuesday. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed. In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, were in the fray. Voting did not take place for Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat on Tuesday as the Election Commission of India (ECI) has postponed the polling to the sixth phase to be held on May 25. Originally, voting was scheduled to be held on 94 Lok Sabha seats in the third phase. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
Madhya Pradesh records voter turnout of 66.12% in nine seats till 6 pm
A provisional voter turnout of 66.12% was recorded in the third phase of polling for nine Lok Sabha seats in Madhya Pradesh, with no untoward incidents reported. The polling was peaceful and recorded a total of 127 candidates, including Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and former chief ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan (BJP) and Digvijaya Singh (Congress). The overall turnout in Madhya Pradesh was 71.20%. Polling began at 7 am across 20,456 polling stations, including 1,043 managed by women personnel and 75 by Divyang employees.
Lok Sabha Polls Phase 3: 61.45% Voter Turnout Recorded Till 8 PM | TOP UPDATES
New Delhi: The third phase of the 18th Lok Sabha Elections 2024 is underway, with voters from 93 Lok Sabha constituencies across 12 states and Union Territories gearing up to cast their votes. TOP UPDATES States and Constituencies Going to Polls: In this phase, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, []
Fresh heatwave spell likely over Rajasthan & West MP for 3 days: IMD
New Delhi, May 7 (UNI) India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday predicted a fresh heatwave spell over Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh for the next three days. According to IMD, Heatwave conditions expected over East Rajasthan on May 8 & 9; over West Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh from May 8-10. Heatwave conditions in isolated... The post Fresh heatwave spell likely over Rajasthan & West MP for 3 days: IMD first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
MP: 62 pc turnout in LS phase 3
Bhopal, May 7 (UNI) Over 62 percent of the voters exercised their democratic rights across nine parliamentary constituencies of Madhya Pradesh which went to the hustings on Tuesday. According to the Election Commission officials, voting was peaceful for the third phase of the Lok Sabha polls held during the day in the state. Around 62.28... The post MP: 62 pc turnout in LS phase 3 first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
Girl, 15, Gang-Raped While Returning From Tuition In Madhya Pradesh: Cops
A 15-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by five men at a village in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district, police stated on Tuesday.
Travel tips: What is UNESCO World Heritage Site? Know about 5 famous world heritages of India
India has 42 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which include both cultural and natural properties. A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place that has been certified by UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization) as having cultural, historical, or natural significance for humanity. These sites are considered important around the world and it is important to conserve and keep them alive. UNESCO World Heritage Sites may include ancient cities, ancient temples, natural habitats, historic cities, or any other cultural or natural sites. The protection, conservation, and promotion of these sites are among the objectives of UNESCO. Which are the 5 most famous places in India which are World Heritage Sites according to UNESCO and what is their history? Let us know. Agra Fort, Uttar Pradesh: This massive fort, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal, is one of the most iconic sites in India. It is made of red sandstone and contains many complex buildings, including mosques, palaces, and gardens. Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra: These 29 Buddhist caves, dating from the 2nd century BC to the 7th century AD, are famous for their wall paintings and sculptures. The paintings depict the life and teachings of the Buddha, and they are a masterpiece of Indian art. Hampi, Karnataka: This one-time capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, was destroyed by the Mughals in the 16th century. The ruins are vast, and they testify to the grandeur of a mighty empire. Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh: These temples, which date back to the 10th and 11th centuries, are famous for their erotic sculptures. The sculptures depict gods, goddesses, and mythological creatures, and they are a magnificent masterpiece of Indian art. Taj Mahal, Uttar Pradesh: This white marble mausoleum, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife Mumtaz Mahal, is India's most revered landmark. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture. These are some of the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. They all testify to the country's rich history and culture, and they are a must-see for any visitor. (PC: TOI)
Madhya Pradesh: Minor gang-raped by five men in Shahdol
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The intense heat wave affecting South Peninsular India is set to ease, offering some respite, as per the India Meteorological Department. Yet, Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh brace for another heat wave from May 8th to 10th.
Divyanka flies to hometown Bhopal, casts vote with `sehat ka rakhwala` hubby
Actress Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya on Tuesday took a flight to her hometown Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, saying she is `off to vote`
High Voter Turnout: 62.28% Recorded in Nine Lok Sabha Seats of Madhya Pradesh Till 5 PM
High Voter Turnout: 62.28% Recorded in Nine Lok Sabha Seats of Madhya Pradesh Till 5 PM At least 62.28 per cent of voters exercised their franchise till 5 pm in nine Lok Sabha seats of Madhya Pradesh in the third phase of the general elections on Tuesday, a poll official said. Of the nine Lok Sabha seats, Rajgarh recorded the highest 72.08 per cent turnout, followed by Vidisha with 69.2 per cent, Guna with 68.93 per cent, Betul with 67.97 per cent, Sagar with 61.7 per cent, Bhopal with 58.42 per cent, Gwalior with 57.86 per cent, Morena with 55.25 per cent and Bhind with 50.96 per cent, till 5 pm, the official said. Former chief ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Digvijaya Singh and state Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president V D Sharma were among the early voters. Congress leader Digvijaya Singh and Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, who are contesting the polls from Rajgarh and Guna, respectively, will not be able to vote for themselves as the former is a registered voter of Bhopal, and the latter is registered to vote from Gwalior, party sources said. Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the BJP candidate from Vidisha seat, exercised franchise with his wife, Sadhna Singh, and two sons at a polling booth in his native village, Jait, in Sehore district. Polling began at 7 am and will conclude at 6 pm across 20,456 polling stations, including 1,043 managed by women personnel and 75 by Divyang employees, an election official said. To ensure smooth polling, the administration made the local candidates sit in the police control room in Morena in the Gwalior-Chambal region, which is considered a sensitive area. The police made BJP candidate Shivmangal Singh Tomar, BSP's Ramesh Chandra Garg and Congress candidate Satyapal Sikarwar sit in the police control room, Superintendent of Police Shailendra Singh Chouhan said. The candidates came to the police control room with their consent and sat together, as it has happened here in the past, he said. A total of 1.77 crore voters will decide the fate of 127 candidates who are contesting from Morena, Bhind (SC-reserved), Gwalior, Guna, Sagar, Vidisha, Bhopal, Rajgarh and Betul (ST-reserved) seats spread across 19 districts of the state. Polling in Betul (ST) constituency was initially scheduled to be held in the second phase on April 26 but was deferred due to the death of a candidate. In all, 127 candidates, including nine women, are in the fray in the third phase of the elections. Bhopal has the highest number of 22 candidates, while Bhind has the lowest at 7. Voters include 92.68 lakh men, 84.83 lakh women, and 491 members of the third gender, while 1.66 lakh voters are 'divyangjan' (people with disabilities), 88,106 are above the age of 85, and 1,804 are 100 plus years old, the poll official said. As many as 5.25 lakh voters are in the age group of 18-19 years. Of the 29 Lok Sabha seats in Madhya Pradesh, polling for 12 seats took place in the first two phases on April 19 and 26. The remaining eight seats will go to polls in the fourth phase on May 13.
62.28 per cent voter turnout recorded in nine LS seats in Madhya Pradesh till 5 pm
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Want 400 seats to ensure Congress doesnt bring back Article 370 and put Babri lock on Ram temple: PM
PMDHAR (MP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said he wants the BJP-led NDA to win 400 seats in the ongoing Lok Sabha polls to ensure the Congress does not bring back Article 370 in Kashmir and put a Babri lock on the Ram temple in Ayodhya.Addressing a rally at Dhar in Madhya Pradesh, Modi []
Indore Political Arena Rocked by Abduction Allegations Against BJP in Civic Polls
Indore Political Arena Rocked by Abduction Allegations Against BJP in Civic Polls Stung by the last-minute withdrawal of Akshay Kanti Bam from Indore Lok Sabha constituency, Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari on Tuesday alleged ''political mafia'' in the city, akin to the Dawood Ibrahim gang of Mumbai, has committed ''sin'' by kidnapping the party candidate. Bam's withdrawal of nomination on April 29 meant the Congress is not in the poll race from Indore parliamentary seat, which it has been trying to wrest from the BJP over the last 35 years. After Bam opted out of the poll race and joined the BJP, the Congress appealed to voters to select the NOTA option while voting on May 13. BJP's sitting MP Shankar Lalwani is in the fray from Indore. Patwari said the party workers should consider NOTA (None of The Above) as its candidate. ''We had read and heard about land mafia, liquor mafia, education mafia operating in Indore so far. Now, the political mafia has flourished in the city, just as Dawood Ibrahim's gang used to operate in Mumbai and this gang was involved in criminal incidents like gang war,'' Patwari told Congress workers. He alleged the BJP, which claims to be the party with a difference, has committed a very ''disgusting crime'' against voters of Indore by forcing the defection of the Congress candidate at the last minute. ''Every person in Indore has realised that the Congress candidate has been kidnapped by the political mafia. 90 per cent of the people of Indore has not liked this sin,'' the Congress leader alleged. Patwari said people should choose the NOTA (None of the Above) option to teach the BJP a lesson. He asked Congress workers to reach out to people at various events, meetings and through social media and appeal to them to use NOTA. ''Even though our candidate is not in the electoral field in Indore this time, Congress workers should sit on tables and chairs near every booth on the day of polling and work and consider NOTA as our candidate,'' Patwari said. The state Congress chief claimed the decline in voting percentage in the Lok Sabha elections indicated the exit of the Narendra Modi government. ''Earlier, the BJP used to talk about winning all the 29 Lok Sabha seats in Madhya Pradesh, but now no words are coming out from them (over poll victory),'' he said, adding that Congress will bag at least 10 to 12 seats in Madhya Pradesh. He alleged the Indore Municipal Corporation paid Rs 150 crore to contractors in the name of laying drainage lines in the city but the work was not done on the ground.
Intense Heatwave Continues to Grip Multiple States Across India
New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that heatwave conditions will continue in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka on Tuesday, with temperatures soaring up to 42 degrees Celsius in Delhi. The national capital recorded its hottest day of the year on Sunday, with the mercury touching 41.1 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal.The IMD had previously cautioned that most parts of India are likely to experience above-normal maximum temperatures this month. According to the latest weather bulletin from the IMD, heatwave conditions will persist in Rajasthan, west Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat for the next three days. Kerala is expected to witness hot and humid weather for the next five consecutive days.On Monday, severe heatwave conditions were reported in parts of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, while Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana experienced a heatwave.Heatwave conditions have persisted in Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh's Rayalaseema region since April 15, 17, and 24, respectively. In the last 24 hours, Saraikela in Jharkhand recorded the highest maximum temperature at 45.1 degrees Celsius, followed by Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh) and Gulbarga (Karnataka) at 43.8 degrees Celsius.Meanwhile, Delhi is expected to experience a maximum temperature of 42 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, with no relief from the heat in sight for at least the next seven days, as per the IMD forecast.The sky is expected to remain partly cloudy, with the possibility of a thunderstorm accompanied by gusty winds. The previous hottest day recorded in Delhi was on April 27, when the maximum temperature settled at 40.5 degrees Celsius.The IMD also stated that 10 to 20 heatwave days are expected, compared to the normal four to eight days, in the entire April-June period.April witnessed record-breaking maximum temperatures in east, northeast, and south peninsular India, leading to health warnings from government agencies. Some states suspended in-person classes in schools. The areas and regions predicted to experience a higher number of heatwave days include Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Maharashtra, Vidarbha, Marathwada, Bihar, and Jharkhand. Some places may even record more than 20 heatwave days. Putin Embarks on Fifth Term Amidst Global Scrutiny: A Look into Russia's Political Landscape Kendrick Lamar and Drake's Feud Turns Explosive: What You Need to Know Fatal Accident on Nagpur-Mumbai Samriddhi Expressway Claims Two Lives
Congress Names Sher Singh Ghubaya as Candidate for Firozpur Lok Sabha Seat
Amritsar: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) announced on Tuesday that Sher Singh Ghubaya will be the Congress candidate for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from the Firozpur constituency in Punjab.According to a press release issued by the AICC, The Central Election Committee has approved the candidature of Shri Sher Singh Ghubaya as Congress candidate to contest the ensuing general elections to the Lok Sabha from 10 - Firozpur Parliamentary constituency of Punjab. Punjab will have voting for all its 13 seats in a single phase, with the final phase scheduled for June 1. The constituencies where polling will take place include Firozpur, Ludhiana, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Khadoor Sahib, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Nandpur Sahib, Fatehgarh Sahib, Faridkot, Bathinda, Sangrur, and Patiala.Meanwhile, polling is underway for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election on Tuesday. The states and union territories where elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10), and West Bengal (4). The BJP has won the Surat seat unopposed.In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are contesting. A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their votes in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. Prominent leaders contesting in today's elections include Union Home Minister Amit Shah, former Madhya Pradesh chief ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Digvijaya Singh, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Samajwadi Party leader Dimple Yadav, and NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule, among others. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that are going to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4. Modi Creating Hatred for Political Gain, Says Sonia Gandhi in a Video Message Container Carrying 666 Crore Worth of Gold Jewels Capsizes in Tamil Nadu CBI and Lokayukta Complaint Filed in 800 Crore Scam Involving Mallikarjun Kharge's Son-in-law
Lok Sabha Elections: Voting Percent Reaches 60.19% in Phase 3 till 5 PM
New Delhi: The third phase of voting for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections began today, covering 93 constituencies across 11 states and Union Territories. Over 1,300 candidates, including 120 women, are contesting in this crucial phase. As of 5 pm, a 50.2% voter turnout was recorded across the 11 states and union territories. This phase of voting includes 26 seats in Gujarat, 14 in Karnataka, 11 in Maharashtra, 10 in Uttar Pradesh, 8 in Madhya Pradesh, 7 in Chhattisgarh, 5 in Bihar, 4 in Assam, 4 in West Bengal, 2 in Goa, and 2 in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Till 5 pm, the voter turnout was at 50.2%. Overall, in Phase 3 of the Lok Sabha polls, the turnout has been recorded at 60.19%. The Lok Sabha elections are being conducted across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting of votes is scheduled for June 4. Niranjani Akhara Mahamandaleshwar Attempts Suicide Over Fraud Allegations Congress Names Sher Singh Ghubaya as Candidate for Firozpur Lok Sabha Seat CBI and Lokayukta Complaint Filed in 800 Crore Scam Involving Mallikarjun Kharge's Son-in-law
Lok Sabha polls: People believe in PM Modi's leadership, says Jyotiraditya Scindia
Lok Sabha polls: People believe in PM Modi's leadership, says Jyotiraditya Scindia Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Guna, Jyotiraditya Scindia, said that people have faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, which was visible during voting at the Guna constituency in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday. I have full faith in PM Narendra Modi's leadership, which has taken the country to the global platform. People of this constituency, the state, and the country believe in PM Modi. We are getting a glimpse of this confidence in today's voting, Scindia said, speaking to ANI as the third phase of voting for the Lok Sabha elections was underway in Guna. Speaking about the increase in voting percentage in the Guna constituency, Scindia said, Even the Election Commission wanted voter turnout to increase, and we are working for that. Guna reported a 68.93 per cent voter turnout as of 5 pm on Tuesday, while the voting percentage in Madhya Pradesh was 62.28 per cent. Madhya Pradesh has a total of 29 Lok Sabha constituencies, making it the sixth-largest state in terms of parliamentary representation. Out of these, 10 seats are reserved for SC and ST candidates, while the remaining 19 are unreserved. Guna has been the bastion of the Scindias for decades. However, in the 2019 general elections, Jyotiraditya lost the seat to Krishna Pal Singh Yadav, his former aide who ran on a BJP ticket. The Union Minister was with the Congress at the time. The Union Minister is pitted against Rao Yadavendra Singh Yadav of the Congress. Lok Sabha polls in Madhya Pradesh are being conducted in four phases. The first phase of polling was held on April 19, and the second phase was concluded on April 26. The third phase of voting is underway. (ANI)
Have Full Faith In PM Modi's Leadership: Jyotiraditya Scindia In Guna
Union Minister and BJP candidate from Guna, Jyotiraditya Scindia, said that people have faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, which was visible during voting at the Guna constituency in Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday.
Police recover 166 stolen, lost mobile phones of railway passengers
These apps in most cases match two completely unknown people and prompt as potential date, travel or hobby partners. Also, cab booking apps, book sharing apps etc. require permission to use GPRS on mobile phones. (Photo: DC/File) These apps in most cases match two completely unknown people and prompt as potential date, travel or hobby partners. Also, cab booking apps, book sharing apps etc. require permission to use GPRS on mobile phones. (Photo: DC/File) Hyderabad: The Government Railway Police (GRP) and Secunderabad Division Railway Protection Force (RPF) recovered 166 stolen or lost mobile phones using the Central Equipment Identify Register Portal (C.E.I.R.) portal of DOT. The recovered phones were handed over to bonafide owners. On 19th April 2023, the Central Equipment Identify Register Portal started in Telangana and the RPS Secunderabad has recovered a total 166 stolen or lost mobiles till now. As per instructions of Additional Director-General of Police, Railways, Mahesh Bhagwat, who earlier worked as State Nodal Officer of CEIR portal, a special team has been formed under supervision officer of DSRP Urban S.N Jawed and recovered 166 mobiles in which 14 mobiles recovered in this month in the limits of RPS Secunderabad The other phones recovered included reported cases and Mee Seva applications through CEIR portal along with handsets recovered from other States - Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The mobile phones are either stolen during the journey from passengers, who were sitting on the foot board or window side where they have misplaced phones or some unidentified offenders either snatched or stolen it. We request the Railway passengers to be careful about their belongings and if any mobile phone theft occurs in railway stations then block your mobile phones with IMEI numbers in CEIR portal immediately by log in at www.ceir.gov.in , an official said. Passengers, who lost mobiles should immediately contact the nearest police station in order to block IMEI using CEIR portal and further track the phone, unblock and hand it over to owners. Mahesh Bhagwat and Secunderabad Division SP, Shaik Salima, appreciated the special team for recovering 166 phones in the limits of RPS Secunderabad since launch of the portal.
LS elections third phase: Around 50 per cent polling recorded till 3 pm
New Delhi: A voter turnout of 50.71 per cent was recorded till 3 pm in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories on Tuesday with sporadic incidents of violence in West Bengal. West Bengal recorded the highest turnout at 63.11 per cent followed by Assam at 63.08 per cent, while Maharashtra witnessed the lowest at 42.63 per cent. According to the Election Commission, a voting percentage of 50.71 was recorded till 3 PM. The voting which started at 7 am will continue till 6 pm. A voter turnout of 47.03 per cent was recorded in 25 Lok Sabha seats of Gujarat, an Election Commission (EC) official said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah were among those who exercised their franchise the state. While PM Modi cast his vote at a polling booth in Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency, Shah voted at a polling booth in Ahmedabad. Shah (Gandhinagar) is among the bigwigs in the fray in this phase along with Union ministers Jyotiraditya Scindia (Guna), Mansukh Mandaviya (Porbandar), Parshottam Rupala (Rajkot), Pralhad Joshi (Dharwad) and SP Singh Baghel (Agra). In Uttar Pradesh, where several members of Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav's family are contesting, close to 46.78 per cent polling was recorded in 10 seats. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the BJP workers were trying to loot booths in Mainpuri and people from opposition parties were being detained in police stations. Yadav cast his vote in Saifai (Etawah) in Mainpuri constituency where his wife and sitting MP Dimple Yadav is contesting. Among other states, Assam recorded 63.08 per cent polling, Bihar 46.69 per cent, Chhattisgarh 58.19 per cent, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu 52.43 per cent, Goa 61.39 per cent, Karnataka 54.20 per cent, and Madhya Pradesh 54.09 per cent, according to the EC. Sporadic incidents of violence marred the third phase of Lok Sabha polls in four constituencies in West Bengal as TMC, BJP and Congress-CPI(M) workers clashed with each other in various parts of Murshidabad and Jangipur seats. According to officials, Murshidabad registered the highest voter turnout with 65.40 per cent followed by Maldaha Dakshin (62.90), Jangipur (62.57), and Maldaha Uttar (61.50). The TMC, the BJP, and the Congress-CPI(M) alliance lodged separate complaints related to poll violence, voter intimidation, and assaults on poll agents. The EC received 182 complaints by 9 am, most of which were from Murshidabad and Jangipur constituencies. In Murshidabad seat, Left-Congress combine candidate Mohammed Salim claimed that he caught hold of a fake booth agent in the Rabinagar area of the constituency. Salim faced go back slogans as he tried to enter a booth there following allegations of CPI(M) booth agents being heckled by alleged TMC goons. The TMC has unleashed a reign of terror in the entire constituency. Strict action must be taken by the Election Commission, Salim said. In the Karimpur area of the seat, clashes were reported between the TMC and the CPI(M) supporters outside a few booths. Clashes were reported between the TMC and the Congress activists from the Domkol area. BJP candidate Dhanajoy Ghosh faced protests by TMC cadres in the Jangipur area as he tried to enter some of the booths in the constituency. In Uttar Pradesh, Agra witnessed 43.67 per cent polling, Aonla 46.75 per cent, Budaun 45.44 per cent, Bareilly 45.96 per cent, Etah 48.93 per cent, Fatehpur Sikri 46.18 per cent, Firozabad 47.80 per cent, Hathras 44.63 per cent, Mainpuri 46.80 per cent and Sambhal 52.24 per cent In Mainpuri, BJP people are trying to loot booths. They are detaining opposition people in police stations, SP chief Yadav alleged without elaborating. He also alleged rigging of votes at some places and said, Information is coming from some places that the government is using force. It is heard that officers have been deployed outside polling booths. In Budaun, the villagers of Dhoranpur boycotted the polling to protest against the alleged non-fulfilment of their demand for a road. District Magistrate Manoj Kumar said the issue has come to his notice and a sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) has been sent to the village. Not a single vote was also cast in three villages of Firozabad -- Nagla Jawahar, Neem Kheria and Nagla Umar -- as the villagers tried to draw the administration's attention to their problems. SP candidate Aditya Yadav in Budaun alleged that SP supporters were not being allowed to vote in some places. I have made a complaint in this regard with the EC observer and have given proof of police atrocities. We are only getting assurances, he said. SP candidate Zia-ur-Rehman Barq also alleged that a circle officer snatched voter slips from SP workers and detained them. He requested the EC to remove the officer immediately. Queues were seen at polling booths in most Lok Sabha segments in northern districts of Karnataka. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi and Bhagwanth Khuba, and Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge were among those who came in early to cast their votes in Karnataka. Former chief minister B S Yediyurappa along with sons B Y Raghavendra, BJP candidate from Shimoga Lok Sabha segment and B Y Vijayendra, party's state President -- and daughters-in-law cast their vote at Shikaripura in Shivamogga district. Two government officials on poll duty died in Karnataka after suffering a heart attack, sources in the Election Commission said. In Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, his wife Sunetra Pawar, who is the NCP candidate from the Baramati Lok Sabha seat, and NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar were among those who cast their votes. Sharad Pawar was welcomed with a traditional 'aarti' as he arrived at a polling booth in the Malegaon area of Baramati constituency in Pune district. Ajit Pawar and Sunetra Pawar cast their votes at a polling booth in Katewadi area of Baramati. Sunetra is pitted against her sister-in-law Supriya Sule, Sharad Pawar's daughter and the sitting MP from there. In Assam, people lined up in large numbers across four Lok Sabha constituencies to cast their vote. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma accompanied by his wife Riniki Bhuyan Sarma and daughter Sukanya Sarma exercised his franchise at Amingaon in Barpeta Lok Sabha seat. People used all modes of transport, including boats, to reach the polling stations across Guwahati, Barpeta, Dhubri and Kokrajhar constituencies to exercise their democratic franchise amid rain. Over 1,300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray in the third phase. Voting was completed in 189 seats out of 543 seats in the first two phases. The next four phases will be on May 13, May 20, May 25 and June 1. The counting of votes is on June 4.
Lok Sabha polls 2024: Madhya Pradesh records 54.09 pc voter turnout till 3 pm
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Phase 3 of Lok Sabha Polls Witnesses Nearly 40% Turnout: Updates and BJP's Electoral Talks
As the clock struck 1 pm, the third phase of Lok Sabha polls witnessed a turnout of approximately 39.92%. The polling, which commenced at 7 am across 93 constituencies spanning 11 states and Union Territories, saw notable figures like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah exercising their franchise early in the day. However, amidst the electoral process, incidents of violence marred the voting in four constituencies of West Bengal. Clashes erupted between workers of Trinamool, BJP, and Congress in various parts of Murshidabad and Jangipur seats. The ballot battle features prominent personalities such as Union Ministers Amit Shah (Gandhinagar), Jyotiraditya Scindia (Guna), Mansukh Mandaviya (Porbandar), Parshottam Rupala (Rajkot), Pralhad Joshi (Dharwad), and SP Singh Baghel (Agra). The polling map includes 11 seats in Maharashtra, 10 seats in Uttar Pradesh, 14 of the 28 seats in Karnataka, seven in Chhattisgarh, five in Bihar, four each in Assam and West Bengal, along with two seats in Goa. Additionally, the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu hold two seats, while nine seats in Madhya Pradesh are up for grabs, including Betul, where elections were postponed. BJP's Take on Lok Sabha Elections: Choosing Between Strength and Appeasement The BJP took a swipe at the Congress, suggesting that voters must decide between a leader who appeases Pakistan and one who strengthens India. Given the recent statements from figures like Farooq Abdulla, Lalu Prasad, and others, voters across the nation might ponder whether they want a leader who panders to Pakistan or one who prioritizes India's strength, remarked BJP National General Secretary, Vinod Tawde. Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Kharge Raises Concerns Over Poll Data Discrepancies Actor Shekhar Suman and Radhika Khera Switch Allegiances, Join BJP Amid Lok Sabha Elections 2024 PM Modi Receives Warm Welcome in Ahmedabad: Voting Day Excitement
INDI alliance wants to snatch rights of SC, ST and OBC, says PM Modi on Lalu Yadav's Muslim reservation remark Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday sharply reacted to RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's 'Muslims should get reservation' remark, accusing the INDIA bloc of snatching reservation rights of ST, SC and OBC community. PM Modi, while addressing a public rally in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar, took a dig at Lalu Prasad Yadav saying a fodder scam accused leader who is out on bail is advocating reservation for Muslims. Congress is silent but today one of its allies confirmed the intentions of the INDI alliance. Their leader who is in jail in connection with the fodder scam and has been punished by the court...He has just come out on bail...He said that Muslims should get reservation and not just reservation, he says that Muslims should get complete reservations. What does this mean? These people want to snatch away all the reservation that SC, ST and OBC communities have and give complete reservation to Muslims, PM Modi said. Earlier today, former Bihar Chief Minister and RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav came out in support of the Muslim quota, saying that they should get the reservation. Speaking to reporters, the former CM said, Muslims should get reservation (reservation toh milna chahiye Musalmano ko, pura'...). He also slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his slogan 'Abki Baar, 400 Paar' and said, The votes are on our side... They are saying that there will be a 'Jungle Raj' because they are scared, they are trying to instigate... They want to finish the Constitution and democracy. On RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's remark on reservation, Rajya Sabha MP and BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi said, The apprehensions expressed by BJP and PM Modi are now proving to be completely true. The genie of Muslim reservation has come out of the lamp of the INDI alliance and is visible in the sky from the South to the plains of Ganga. The thing worth noticing in the statement given by Lalu Prasad Yadav is that the most serious word he was asked about the Muslim community, he said yes Muslims should get reservation 'poora ka poora'. It became clear that they want to give reservation to the Muslim community by snatching the share of SC, ST and OBC... Polling in Bihar, which sends 40 members to the Lok Sabha, is being held across all seven phases--April 19, April 26, May 7, May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1. The voting on five seats in Bihar is ongoing as part of the third phase of the Lok Sabha election today. The five seats are Jhanjharpur, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, and Khagaria. The counting of votes for all phases is scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
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DHAR (MP), May 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said he wants the BJP-led NDA to win 400 seats in the ongoing Lok Sabha polls to ensure the Congress does not bring back Article 370 in Kashmir and put a Babri lock on the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Addressing an election rally at Dhar in Madhya Pradesh, Modi also accused the Congress of belittling Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar, adding the opposition party has started saying he had a very little [] The post Want 400 Seats To Ensure Cong Doesnt Bring Back Article 370 And Put Babri Lock On Ram Temple: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
44.61% polling till 1 pm in nine LS seats of Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal has the highest number of 22 candidates, while Bhind has the lowest at 7
IHCL announces 5th hotel in Indore, signs Vivanta
IHCL has announced the signing of a new hotel in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The brownfield project will be branded a Vivanta. Speaking on the occasion, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President Real Estate & Development, IHCL said, This signing is in line with IHCLs vision to expand its footprint in leading commercial cities. Indore, the... The post IHCL announces 5th hotel in Indore, signs Vivanta first appeared on Hospitality Biz India: Latest News & Analysis . The post IHCL announces 5th hotel in Indore, signs Vivanta appeared first on Hospitality Biz India: Latest News & Analysis .
IG Drones secures work order to conduct drone survey at NMDC Diamond Mining Project, Panna
IG Drones conducts drone surveys at the diamond mining project in Panna, Madhya Pradesh. The company aims to establish India as the global drone hub by 2030.
PM's 'Pakistan se mohabbat' charge at Congress at Madhya Pradesh rally
PMs Pakistan se mohabbat charge at Congress at Madhya Pradesh rally
People have to decide if 'vote jihad' will work or Ram Rajya: PM Modi
Addressing a rally in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone district, Mr. Modi hit out at the Opposition Congress, saying its intent is very dangerous and it calls for vote jihad against him.
Lok Sabha polls 2024: Madhya Pradesh records 44.67 pc voter turnout till 1 pm
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People have to decide if vote jihad will work or Ram Rajya: PM Modi
Khargone: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the country has reached a turning point in history and the people have to decide whether it will be run by vote jihad or Ram Rajya. Addressing a rally in Madhya Pradeshs Khargone district, Modi hit out at the opposition Congress, saying its intent is very dangerous Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
PM Modi accuses Congress of undermining Ambedkar's legacy at election rally in Madhya Pradesh
PM Modi accuses Congress of undermining Ambedkar's legacy at election rally in Madhya Pradesh Congress stabbed Ambedkar and the Constitution in the back: PM Modi at poll rally in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh.
PM Modi Receives Warm Welcome in Ahmedabad: Voting Day Excitement
Today, on May 7, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted with enthusiasm as he arrived to cast his vote in Ahmedabad. A large crowd, including many young people and children, gathered at Nishan Higher Secondary School to cheer for him. Some even brought handmade drawings of the Prime Minister. This event marks the polling for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election. After casting his vote, Prime Minister Modi delighted the crowd by interacting with them, signing autographs, and even allowing an elderly woman to tie a rakhi on his wrist. Videos captured a heartwarming moment when he lifted a child into his arms, played with him, and received applause from the crowd. One young admirer shared her excitement about meeting Prime Minister Modi in person, expressing her joy at receiving his autograph. Another youngster, Devarsh Pandya, who gifted the Prime Minister a handmade sketch, described Modi's appreciation for his artwork. Before heading to vote, Modi encouraged people to participate actively in the third phase of Lok Sabha elections, urging them to vote in record numbers. The voting is currently taking place in Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. PM Modi's Transit Visit: Meeting Booth Workers, Public Meeting in Dhar-Khargone PM Modi Comments June 4 as Deadline for BJD Government in Odisha Amit Shah Slams Rahul Gandhi's Shifting Constituencies, Predicts Defeat in Rae Bareli
Modi govt neglected MP's Adivasi communities: Congress
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh posed questions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the latter's rallies in Madhya Pradesh.
Teaching minors 'good touch', 'bad touch' not enough, educate them on 'virtual touch': HC
The high court's observations came while dismissing a bail plea by a woman, Kamlesh Devi, accused of helping her son in sexually assaulting a minor girl after kidnapping her and forcing her into prostitution. The 16-year-old was allegedly kidnapped by Rajiv who befriended her on social media and kidnapped her when she came to meet him. The girl was taken to Madhya Pradesh and confined there for several days. She was allegedly sexually assaulted by the man and others.
I must have done something good: Modi tells rally
Attacking the INDIA bloc, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the opposition alliance is fighting elections to save their dynasty, adding that the alliance is not bothered about the fate of the masses. Addressing a rally in Khargone, PM Modi said that the BJP government has provided Madhya Pradesh with a new and prestigious identity [] The post I must have done something good: Modi tells rally appeared first on Nagpur Today : Nagpur News .
Teaching minors 'good touch', 'bad touch' not enough, educate them on 'virtual touch': Delhi HC
NEW DELHI: Teaching minors about 'good touch' and 'bad touch' is not enough in today's virtual world and children must be educated on the emerging concept of 'virtual touch' and its potential dangers, the Delhi High Court has said. This involves teaching them appropriate online behaviour, recognising warning signs of predatory behaviour and understanding the importance of privacy settings and online boundaries. This court is constrained to note that in today's virtual modern world where virtual space has also become a breeding ground of alleged virtual affections between teenagers, they are not equipped to deal with the potential dangers of human trafficking for prostitution and other side of crimes which exists in the virtual world, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said on Monday. The high court's observations came while dismissing a bail plea by a woman, Kamlesh Devi, accused of helping her son in sexually assaulting a minor girl after kidnapping her and forcing her into prostitution. The 16-year-old was allegedly kidnapped by Rajiv who befriended her on social media and kidnapped her when she came to meet him. The girl was taken to Madhya Pradesh and confined there for several days. She was allegedly sexually assaulted by the man and others. It was also alleged that the girl was forced to marry a 45-year-old man in exchange for money. The teen alleged that the accused persons would bring various men to the premises where she was confined and she was forced to present herself to these men for sexual gratification. Traditionally, efforts to protect minors from harm have focused on teaching them about 'good touch' and 'bad touch' in the physical realm. However, in today's virtual world, it is crucial to extend this education to encompass the concept of 'virtual touch'. Minors must be equipped with the knowledge and tools to navigate online interactions safely and recognise potential risks lurking in cyberspace, the court said. It added that just as children are taught to exercise caution in the physical world, efforts must be made to teach them to develop critical thinking skills to assess the credibility of online contacts and safeguard their personal information. Moreover, parents, guardians and educators play a crucial role in fostering digital literacy and promoting responsible online conduct among minors. By fostering open communication channels and providing guidance on navigating the digital landscape, adults can empower children to make informed decisions and protect themselves from online threats, the court said. It said the need of the hour is also to send a message through this order to stakeholders such as schools and colleges, Delhi State Legal Services Authority and Delhi Judicial Academy to hold programmes, workshops and conferences on the matter.
Educating Minors on Virtual Interactions: Beyond 'Good Touch' and 'Bad Touch'
Educating Minors on Virtual Interactions: Beyond 'Good Touch' and 'Bad Touch' Teaching minors about good touch and bad touch is not enough in todays virtual world and children must be educated on the emerging concept of virtual touch and its potential dangers, the Delhi High Court has said. This involves teaching them appropriate online behaviour, recognising warning signs of predatory behaviour and understanding the importance of privacy settings and online boundaries. This court is constrained to note that in todays virtual modern world where virtual space has also become a breeding ground of alleged virtual affections between teenagers, they are not equipped to deal with the potential dangers of human trafficking for prostitution and other side of crimes which exists in the virtual world, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said on Monday. The high courts observations came while dismissing a bail plea by a woman, Kamlesh Devi, accused of helping her son in sexually assaulting a minor girl after kidnapping her and forcing her into prostitution. The 16-year-old was allegedly kidnapped by Rajiv who befriended her on social media and kidnapped her when she came to meet him. The girl was taken to Madhya Pradesh and confined there for several days. She was allegedly sexually assaulted by the man and others. It was also alleged that the girl was forced to marry a 45-year-old man in exchange for money. The teen alleged that the accused persons would bring various men to the premises where she was confined and she was forced to present herself to these men for sexual gratification. Traditionally, efforts to protect minors from harm have focused on teaching them about 'good touch' and 'bad touch' in the physical realm. However, in today's virtual world, it is crucial to extend this education to encompass the concept of 'virtual touch'. Minors must be equipped with the knowledge and tools to navigate online interactions safely and recognise potential risks lurking in cyberspace, the court said. It added that just as children are taught to exercise caution in the physical world, efforts must be made to teach them to develop critical thinking skills to assess the credibility of online contacts and safeguard their personal information. Moreover, parents, guardians and educators play a crucial role in fostering digital literacy and promoting responsible online conduct among minors. By fostering open communication channels and providing guidance on navigating the digital landscape, adults can empower children to make informed decisions and protect themselves from online threats, the court said. It said the need of the hour is also to send a message through this order to stakeholders such as schools and colleges, Delhi State Legal Services Authority and Delhi Judicial Academy to hold programmes, workshops and conferences on the matter.
Apna kaam banta, bhaad me jaye janta: PM Modi attacks INDIA bloc in Madhya Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the opposition alliance, accusing them of prioritizing their dynasty over the welfare of the people. Speaking at a rally in Khargone, he asserted that the BJP government has brought positive changes to Madhya Pradesh despite the challenges left by the Congress. Modi highlighted the importance of voter participation, stating that every vote has contributed to India's progress, including economic growth, global influence, and social reforms.
Lok Sabha polls 2024: Madhya Pradesh records 30.21 pc voter turnout till 11 am
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Congress Leader Digvijay Singh On Poll Issues And Corruption Charges
Congress leader Digvijay Singh speaks with NDTV's Anurag Dwary on poll day. Eight of the 29 Lok Sabha Seats in Madhya Pradesh will vote during the third phase of Lok Sabha Election 2024. In 2019, BJP swept away 28 while Congress was limited to one.
Apna kaam banta, bhaad me jaye janta, PM Modi attacks INDIA bloc in Madhya Pradesh
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Bihar: Presiding officer on election duty dies of heart attack in Supaul
Bihar: Presiding officer on election duty dies of heart attack in Supaul A presiding officer on election duty at a polling booth in Supaul passed away, allegedly due to a heart attack, on Tuesday. The deceased has been identified as Shailendra Kumar. He passed away in the morning...This happened where he was posted. He was rushed to PHC, where he was declared dead. The body has been brought here to Sadar Hospital for a postmortem. His relatives were informed and they too have reached here. A postmortem has been done. It was found that he was diabetic, the doctor told ANI. The Supaul Lok Sabha constituency, which had long been considered a stronghold of socialist leaders, is set for a keen contest this time as the RJD has put up a candidate here for the first time since the 1998 Lok Sabha elections against sitting MP and JDU leader Dileshwar Kamait. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance has reposed faith in the sitting MP to win a fresh term, while the RJD has fielded Chandrahas Chaupal, its MLA from the Singheshwar (SC) constituency. Supaul is among the five Lok Sabha constituencies of Bihar where voting is underway in Phase 3 of the general elections. The remaining four seats that are polling in the ongoing polls are Araria, Madhepura, Khagaria and Jhanjharpur. Polling started for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election today at 7:00 am. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed. In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray. A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their franchise in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. Seventy-five delegates from 23 countries will see the poll process, the poll panel said. Voting will not take place for Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat on Tuesday as the Election Commission of India (ECI) has postponed the polling to the sixth phase to be held on May 25. Originally, voting was scheduled to be held on 94 Lok Sabha seats in the third phase. However, elections were rescheduled from the second to the third phase in the Betul Lok Sabha seat of Madhya Pradesh due to the death of the BSP candidate. The BJP candidate in Surat has been declared the winner unopposed and due to the revised polling schedule in the Anantnag-Rajouri seat, the total seats now going to poll are 93. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
People are regretting their mistake...: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge casts vote in Karnataka's Kalaburagi Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge and his son Priyank Kharge cast their votes at a polling station in Gundugurthi village in Kalaburagi for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Tuesday. All the businessmen and the poor people will together make Congress win this time. People are regretting that they made a mistake last time and they will elect Congress party with a huge majority, Kharge said after voting. Congress has filed Kharge's son-in-law Radhakrishna Doddamani against BJP's Dr Umesh Jadhav from Kalaburagi. After casting his vote, Priyank Kharge said, I am very confident that the Congress government is going to be extremely triumphant... The last 10 years of Modi's tenure have been disastrous for India and for Kalaburagi. The people are quite disappointed and this time they will vote for progress. Karnataka has recorded 9.45 per cent turnout during the first two hours since voting began for the third phase of Lok Sabha polls. West Bengal is leading the voter turnout in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections at 14.60 per cent till 9:00 AM on Tuesday, as per the data released by the Election Commission of India. Madhya Pradesh is also witnessing a high voter turnout of 14.22 per cent. Maharashtra has recorded the lowest turnout till 9 am at 6.64 per cent. Voting percentages for other states participating in the third phase of the Lok Sabha polls at 9 am are-- Assam--10.12 per cent, Bihar--10.03 per cent, Chhattisgarh--13.24 per cent, Goa--12.35 per cent, Gujarat--9.87, and Uttar Pradesh--12.13 per cent. In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray. A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their franchise in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. Seventy-five delegates from 23 countries will see the poll process, the poll panel said. Prominent leaders to contest in today's poll battle include Union Home Minister Amit Shah, former Madhya Pradesh chief ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Digvijaya Singh, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Samajwadi Party leader Dimple Yadav, and NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule, among others. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
PM Modi's Transit Visit: Meeting Booth Workers, Public Meeting in Dhar-Khargone
Indore: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Dhar and Khargone in Madhya Pradesh today. After voting in Gujarat this morning, he reached Indore airport from Ahmedabad airport. There is an alert in Indore regarding his visit. PM Modi's visit here is a transit visit, for which the police and SPG rehearsed on Monday (May 6). It is noteworthy that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to hold public meetings in Dhar and Khargone for the Lok Sabha elections. Before this, booth-level workers of the BJP organization welcomed the PM at Indore airport. Prime Minister Modi also met with the workers. City President Gaurav Ranadive had informed on Monday that the president and general secretary of the booth where the party won with the maximum number of votes in the last assembly elections would be introduced to the Prime Minister. Before this, Ranip reached Nishan School at 7.30 am on Tuesday morning to cast his vote. There, he voted for the Lok Sabha elections and appealed to the public to vote in large numbers. He tweeted, urging all voters of the third phase to vote in maximum numbers and create a new record of voting. The active participation of all of you will further enhance the beauty of this festival of democracy. The Prime Minister also posted his picture after casting his vote. PM Modi Comments June 4 as Deadline for BJD Government in Odisha Amit Shah Slams Rahul Gandhi's Shifting Constituencies, Predicts Defeat in Rae Bareli Rahul Gandhi is wanted to become Prime Minister by Pakistani leaders: PM Modi in Palamu
PM Modi Accuses INDI Alliance Partners of Dynasty Politics in Madhya Pradesh Rally
PM Modi Accuses INDI Alliance Partners of Dynasty Politics in Madhya Pradesh Rally INDI alliance partners fighting elections to save their dynasty: PM Modi at rally in Madhya Pradesh.
Phase 3 Voting Begins in 2024 Lok Sabha Elections: Key Candidates and States
Today marks the commencement of the third phase of voting in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with polls opening at 7 am across 93 constituencies spanning 11 states and Union Territories in India. Notable contenders in this phase include Amit Shah, the Union home minister, seeking re-election from Gandhinagar in Gujarat, along with Union ministers Jyotiraditya Scindia, Mansukh Mandaviya, and Pralhad Joshi contesting from various regions. Of significant interest is the electoral battle in Baramati, Maharashtra, a stronghold of the influential 'Pawar family', where Supriya Sule, daughter of NCP founder Sharad Pawar, faces competition from Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra's deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar. The late Mulayam Singh Yadav's family also features prominently in this phase, with three members entering the electoral fray. This includes Dimple Yadav, wife of Akhilesh Yadav, contesting for a seat, Akshay Yadav vying to regain the Firozabad Lok Sabha seat, and Aditya Yadav making his electoral debut from Budaun, previously held by his cousin Dharmendra Yadav. In total, 1351 candidates are contesting across these constituencies, with 17.24 crore eligible voters, including 8.39 crore females. The states and union territories participating in this phase are Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. The BJP has secured the Surat seat uncontested. Following today's voting, the next phases are scheduled as follows: Phase 4: May 13 Phase 5: May 20 Phase 6: May 25 Phase 7: June 1 Vote counting for all 543 seats is slated for June 4, marking the culmination of the electoral process. PM Modi's Transit Visit: Meeting Booth Workers, Public Meeting in Dhar-Khargone Bengal Leads Voter Turnout at 14.6% by 9 AM; Maharashtra Lags Behind at 6.64%
Phase 3 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Voter Turnout and Key Contestants Update
The third phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 is underway across 93 constituencies in 11 states and Union Territories. The Election Commission of India reports that 1,331 candidates are contesting in this phase. Prime Minister Narendra Modi kickstarted the day by casting his vote at a school in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He encouraged citizens to participate actively, emphasizing that their involvement would enhance the vibrancy of the electoral process. After today's voting, the fate of over 283 Lok Sabha seats will be decided, marking the conclusion of elections for more than half of the 543 seats. Voting commenced at 7 AM and will continue till 6 PM. Gujarat, Goa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu will complete their voting today. Additionally, all 28 seats of Karnataka and 11 seats of Chhattisgarh will finish voting. Other states participating in this phase include Assam, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. Key contestants in this phase include Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Dimple Yadav. A notable contest to watch is between Supriya Sule and Sunetra Pawar for the Baramati seat in Maharashtra. Union Ministers Mansukh Mandaviya, Parshottam Rupala, and Pralhad Joshi are also contesting in this phase. In the previous 2019 elections, the BJP and its allies secured 75 out of the 93 seats being contested today. Approximately 17.24 crore voters are eligible to vote in this phase, with over 18.5 lakh polling officials deployed across 1.85 lakh polling stations. Voting for the first two phases occurred on April 19 and 26, with the remaining phases scheduled for May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1. Vote counting will take place on June 4. The BJP-led NDA aims to secure a third consecutive term, targeting 400 seats. They face opposition from parties led by the Congress under the INDIA bloc. Khagaria Witnesses Active Participation in Phase 3 Voting The Khagaria Lok Sabha constituency in Bihar sees significant involvement from women voters during the ongoing third phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Bihar is voting for five seats in this phase. Voter Turnout Reaches 10.57% by 9 AM As of 9 AM, the voter turnout in the third phase of polling stands at 10.57%. Assam recorded 10.12%, Bihar 10.03%, Chhattisgarh 13.24%, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, and Daman & Diu 10.13%, while Goa saw 12.35% turnout, according to the Election Commission of India. Phase 3 Voting Begins in 2024 Lok Sabha Elections: Key Candidates and States PM Modi's Transit Visit: Meeting Booth Workers, Public Meeting in Dhar-Khargone
India Lok Sabha Elections 2024: What's at Stake in Phase 3?
As India's Lok Sabha elections continue, millions head to the polls on May 7 for the third phase of the seven-phase election. Notable figures like Amit Shah, India's Minister of Home Affairs, and Jyotiraditya Scindia, Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel, are in the fray alongside personalities like Badruddin Ajmal, owner of the perfume brand Ajmal. The third phase covers 93 seats in the Lok Sabha across 11 states and union territories. Gujarat, Modi's home state, is a focal point with 25 seats, although one seat in Surat won't be contested as the ruling BJP candidate already secured victory due to withdrawals by opponents. The previous phases saw lower-than-average voter turnout and concerns over hate speeches and Election Commission impartiality. Despite this, the current Prime Minister Narendra Modi maintains popularity, with inflation and job shortages cited as growing concerns. Key constituencies include Gandhinagar, Gujarat, a BJP stronghold since 1989, contested by Amit Shah. Jyotiraditya Scindia, having switched from the Congress to the BJP, contests from Guna, Madhya Pradesh. Badruddin Ajmal vies for reelection from Dhubri, Assam, advocating for Muslim rights in a region with a significant Muslim population. Phase 3 voters hail from states like Karnataka, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, and union territories. Voting starts at 7 am and ends at 6 pm, with results expected on June 4. The BJP governs several states in this phase, while West Bengal is under the All India Trinamool Congress Party. In 2019, the BJP secured 80 seats out of the 93 being contested in Phase 3, with Congress and allies claiming 11. One independent candidate also won in Assam. With 190 MPs already decided in the first two phases, the nation progresses through this democratic exercise, shaping the future leadership and direction of India. Phase 3 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Voter Turnout and Key Contestants Update Phase 3 Voting Begins in 2024 Lok Sabha Elections: Key Candidates and States PM Modi's Transit Visit: Meeting Booth Workers, Public Meeting in Dhar-Khargone
One vote, 10 guarantee schemes: Congress' Randeep Singh Surjewala urges voters to support the party
One vote, 10 guarantee schemes: Congress' Randeep Singh Surjewala urges voters to support the party While the third phase of Lok Sabha elections is going on, Congress' Randeep Singh Surjewala took to his official X handle and appealed to the voters to vote for the party for a 'peaceful tomorrow.' He also tweeted about the party's five guarantees that have reached the public. In a post on X, Surjewala said, One vote, 10 guaranteed (schemes)... By fulfilling the promises made in the last assembly election, the guarantee schemes have reached the houses and the common people are leading their lives comfortably. He added further, Now, for the further improvement of your standard of living and for the future of your children, the National Congress has also announced five guarantees and our party has already proved this. Vote for Congress party for your peaceful tomorrow. Meanwhile, the Karnataka Congress on its official X handle also posted about how one vote to the Congress will guarantee 10 schemes to people. In a post, the Karnataka Congress tweeted, One vote, ten guaranteed (schemes). Five guarantee schemes of the state government have already been successfully implemented and are helping people's lives. After the coming of the Congress government at the centre, five more justice guarantees will be implemented and will change people's lives. The post further said, Support Congress's promise of comprehensive development including students, farmers, women, workers, backward classes. Karnataka has 28 Lok Sabha seats and elections in the state are being held in two phases. Voting for 14 seats concluded on April 26 and the voting for the remaining 14 seats is underway. The counting of votes is scheduled for June 4. In 2019, BJP almost swept the state by winning 25 out of 28 seats, while Congress and JD-S-- who were running a coalition government in the state--could only win one seat each. This time BJP and JD-S are in coalition with the former fighting on 25 seats, while the latter is contesting three seats. The polling is going on for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed. In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray. A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their franchise in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4. The Narendra Modi-led BJP is seeking a third term in power, while the opposition INDIA bloc is aiming to wrest power by stopping the juggernaut. (ANI)
Lok Sabha polls 2024: Madhya Pradesh records 14.43 % voter turnout in initial trend till 9 am
Lok Sabha polls 2024: Madhya Pradesh records 14.43 % voter turnout in initial trend till 9 am Madhya Pradesh recorded per cent voting in the initial voter turnout trend till 9 am in the third phase of polling for nine parliamentary seats in the state, according to the data released by the Election Commission of India. Nine parliamentary seats- Morena, Bhind, Gwalior, Guna, Sagar, Vidisha, Bhopal, Rajgarh and Betul- are undergoing polling in the third phase of LS polls on May 7 from 7 am in the state. Of these, Rajgarh is leading the voter turnout charts with 16.57 per cent voting followed by Guna 16.43 per cent, Betul 15.97 per cent, Vidisha 15.85 per cent, Sagar 14.58 per cent, Bhopal 13.61 per cent, Gwalior 12.75 per cent, Morena 12.43 per cent and Bhind 12.23 per cent till 9 am so far in the state. Earlier in the second phase of voting on April 26, the state recorded 13.82 percent voting till 9 am and the final voter turnout stood at 58.59 per cent in the second phase of polling in the state. Meanwhile, women in Vidisha parliamentary constituency were seen arriving in large numbers to vote along with singing folk songs in the festival of democracy. MP Chief Minister Mohan Yadav appealed to the public to exercise their franchise in the third phase of polling saying voting is our constitutional right. CM Yadav told ANI, Today, there is polling for nine Lok Sabha seats going on in the state and I appeal to all voters to cast their vote in large numbers. Voting is our constitutional right and it strengthens democracy. Madhya Pradesh is a land of peace. All arrangements are in place, voting is going on peacefully. Lok Sabha polls in Madhya Pradesh are being conducted in four phases. The first phase of polling was held on April 19 and the second phase was concluded on April 26. The fourth, which is the last phase of LS polls in the state, will be held on May 13. The counting of votes will be held on June 4. With 29 Lok Sabha constituencies, Madhya Pradesh ranks sixth among all states in terms of its representation in the Lower House. Of these, 10 seats are reserved for SC and ST candidates, while the remaining 19 are unreserved. (ANI)
Despite scorching heat, voting trends are very encouraging says Amit Shah, urges people to elect 'stable govt' Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asserted that despite the scorching heat, the voting trends are very encouraging and appealed to the voters to come out in large numbers and vote for a stable government. Speaking to reporters, Amit Shah appealed to all the voters across the country and also to the voters of Gujarat to come forward and participate in this festival of democracy Today is the voting for the third phase of Lok Sabha elections. I would like to make a heartfelt appeal to all the voters across the country and also to the voters of Gujarat to come forward and participate in this festival of democracy and elect a stable government that provides a safe, prosperous country. Elect a government which is against corruption, wants to eradicate poverty, wants to make a self-reliant India, wants to make a developed India and wants to take India number one in every field in the whole world, Amit Shah said. Shah further said that the voting trends in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections are very encouraging. Despite the scorching heat, the voting trends are very encouraging. As far as Gujarat is concerned, about 20 per cent of voting has been completed by the voters of Gujarat in just 2.5 hours. I have full confidence that the voters will elect a government that will provide stability, security, and prosperity and will make India free from poverty. Today, on the occasion of this festival of democracy, I convey my best wishes to all the countrymen and appeal to them to participate in this festival of democracy, he added. Earlier, Amit Shah, along with his wife Sonal Shah, also offered prayers at the Kameshwar Mahadev temple in Ahmedabad. Shah also showed the victory sign after casting his vote. Amit Shah cast his vote in Ahmedabad, Gujarat for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections. He was accompanied by his wife, his son and BCCI Secretary Jay Shah at the polling booth at the Sub-Zonal office near Kameshwar Mahadev Temple, Naranpura area. Earlier this morning, Amit Shah urged voters to step out and vote for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections and asked voters to elect a government that has experience in public welfare and a lueprint for a developed India. In the third phase of the Lok Sabha Election, I appeal to all the voters who are going to cast their votes today to accept voting as a duty towards contributing to nation-building. Once again, vote for a corruption-free, caste-free, and dynasticism-free system. Elect a government that has experience in public welfare and a blueprint for a developed India, Amit Shah posted on X. Your vote will lay the foundation of good fortune for not only you but also for the entire nation for decades to come, he said. Shah is the party's candidate for the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat. Congress has fielded its party secretary, Sonal Patel, from Gandhinagar. Shah is seeking his second term from the seat of Gandhinagar. The seat is considered one of the prestigious bastions of the party, it has been represented by veterans like LK Advani. Polling is on for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election today at 7:00 am. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed. In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray. A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their franchise in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting of votes is scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
Not an ordinary election...: Rahul Gandhi urges voters to come out in large numbers
Not an ordinary election...: Rahul Gandhi urges voters to come out in large numbers Terming the 2024 Lok Sabha polls as ot an ordinary election, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday urged the voters to come out in large numbers. In a post on X, Rahul said, Today is the third phase of voting! I request all of you to come out in large numbers and vote to protect your rights. Remember, this is not an ordinary election, it is an election to protect the democracy and constitution of the country. Earlier, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge urged countrymen to come in large numbers and vote in the third phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha election and asked the people when they press the button on the EVM, to keep in mind that they are deciding not just their future but the collective future of 140 crore fellow Indians. In a post on X, Kharge said that a correct decision now can create an India where Justice is supreme. The Republican Party of India (Athawale) national president and Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Monday wrote to the Chief Election Commissioner, Rajiv Kumar, urging action against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for making false allegation that RSS and Prime Minister Narendra Modi want to abolish the Constitution to end the basic rights of Dalits and deprived sections of society. Meanwhile, voting is underway for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election on Tuesday. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed. (ANI)
Modi votes as polling underway for 93 seats in Phase 3
The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed.
Lok Sabha elections 2024: BJP Khajuraho candidate VD Sharma casts vote in Bhopal
Lok Sabha elections 2024: BJP Khajuraho candidate VD Sharma casts vote in Bhopal Madhya Pradesh BJP President and candidate from Khajuraho constituency VD Sharma on Tuesday cast his vote at a polling booth in Bhopal. Speaking to ANI Sharma said, It is the third phase of polling today. I have utilized my right to vote and I appeal to all voters to encourage people to vote in large numbers...Every vote counts in this festival of democracy. Every vote will help in realizing the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' (developed India). Exuding confidence in winning the Chhindwara seat, the BJP candidate further said, Today, voting is underway on nine seats in Madhya Pradesh and BJP will win all 29 seats. This time, we will win Chhindwara as well. The polling in Madhya Pradesh started for nine parliamentary seats in the third phase of the Lok Sabha election on Tuesday at 7 am and a total of 127 candidates, including nine women candidates are in the fray in this phase. Nine parliamentary seats in the state - Morena, Bhind, Gwalior, Guna, Sagar, Vidisha, Bhopal, Rajgarh and Betul- will go to the polls in the third phase of LS polls on May 7 from 7 am to 6 pm. A total of 72 assembly constituencies and 19 districts are included in these nine Lok Sabha seats which will undergo polling. The third phase of polling is underway and the fourth which is the last phase of LS polls in the state will be held on May 13. The counting of votes will be held on June 4. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP won 28 and the Congress party managed to win only one Chhindwara seat in the state. Chhindwara is a hot seat in the state and Congress had held the seat for over 70 years barring a short period between 1997 and 1998. In the 2014 general elections, the BJP won 27 seats out of 29 parliamentary seats while the Congress party bagged only two seats, Guna and Chhindwara. With 29 Lok Sabha constituencies, Madhya Pradesh ranks sixth among all states in terms of its representation in the Lower House. Of these, 10 seats are reserved for SC and ST candidates, while the remaining 19 are unreserved. (ANI)
UP Governor urges voters to vote and contribute in making India a Vishwaguru
UP Governor urges voters to vote and contribute in making India a Vishwaguru Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel on Tuesday casts her vote at Shilaj Primary School in Ahmedabad and urged the voters to utilise their right to vote and contribute to making the country a 'Vishwaguru.' While speaking with the reporters, the Governor of Uttar Pradesh emphasized on the casting of votes and said, It is everyone's responsibility to cast their vote. The voters should use their right to vote and give their contribution to making India a 'Vishwaguru'... Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday also cast his vote at Nishan Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections. The Prime Minister was welcomed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah when he arrived at Nishan Higher Secondary School. The polling started for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election on Tuesday at 7:00 am. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed. In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray. A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their franchise in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. Seventy-five delegates from 23 countries will see the poll process, the poll panel said. Voting will not take place for Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat on Tuesday as the Election Commission of India (ECI) has postponed the polling to the sixth phase to be held on May 25. Originally, voting was scheduled to be held on 94 Lok Sabha seats in the third phase. Prominent leaders to contest in today's poll battle include Union Home Minister Amit Shah, former Madhya Pradesh chief ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Digvijaya Singh, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Samajwadi Party leader Dimple Yadav, and NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule, among others. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4. The Narendra Modi-led BJP is seeking a third term in power, while the opposition INDIA bloc is aiming to wrest power by stopping the juggernaut. (ANI)
Vote for corruption-free, caste-free, dynasticism-free system, says Amit Shah
Vote for corruption-free, caste-free, dynasticism-free system, says Amit Shah Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged voters to step out and vote for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections and asked voters to elect a government that has experience in public welfare and a lueprint for a developed India. In the third phase of the Lok Sabha Election, I appeal to all the voters who are going to cast their votes today to accept voting as a duty towards contributing to nation-building. Once again, vote for a corruption-free, caste-free, and dynasticism-free system. Elect a government that has experience in public welfare and a blueprint for a developed India, Amit Shah posted on X. Your vote will lay the foundation of good fortune for not only you but also for the entire nation for decades to come, he said This morning, the Union Home Minister met people at a residential society in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Amit Shah is the party's candidate from the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat. Congress has fielded its party secretary Sonal Patel from Gandhinagar. Shah is seeking his second term from the seat of Gandhinagar. The seat is considered one of the prestigious bastions for the party, that has been represented by veterans like LK Advani. Earlier this morning Prime Minister cast his vote at Nishan Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Polling started for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election today at 7:00 am. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed.' In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray.A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their franchise in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. Seventy-five delegates from 23 countries will see the poll process, the poll panel said. Voting is not taking place for Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat on today as the Election Commission of India (ECI) has postponed the polling to the sixth phase to be held on May 25. Originally, voting was scheduled to be held on 94 Lok Sabha seats in the third phase. However, elections were rescheduled from the second to the third phase in the Betul Lok Sabha seat of Madhya Pradesh due to the death of the BSP candidate. The BJP candidate in Surat has been declared the winner unopposed and due to the revised polling schedule in the Anantnag-Rajouri seat, the total seats now going to poll are 93. In the 2019 general election, the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today.The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
Lok Sabha Elections Phase 3: PM Modi casts vote in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad: After casting his vote in the third phase of Lok Sabha polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised the importance of 'Daan' in our country and said that India's election process and election management are examples for the world's democracies to learn from. Speaking to reporters in Ahmedabad, the Prime Minister urged the voters to cast their votes in large numbers. Today is voting for 3rd phase of the Lok Sabha Election 2024. I appeal to countrymen that they should vote in large numbers. In a democracy, 'MatDaan' is not a routine exercise. There is great importance of 'Daan' in our country and in the same spirit, the countrymen should vote as much as possible. 4 rounds of voting are still ahead. As a voter in Gujarat, this is the only place where I vote regularly and Amit Bhai is contesting from here as a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate. Last night, I arrived here from Andhra. I am here in Gujarat, and then I have to go to Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Telangana too. I won't be able to speak much but I want to thank the Gujarat voters and countrymen who cast their votes with great enthusiasm, PM Modi said. He further said that the elections are held in 64 countries and there should be a comparison of all of them. India's election process and election management are examples for the world's democracies to learn from. The world's biggest universities should do a case study. There are elections in around 64 countries and there should be a comparison of all of them. This year is like a celebration of democracy. All the media friends in India have more than 900 TV channels. There are more than 5,000 daily newspapers and they are completely coloured in the colours of elections. I again tell the countrymen to vote in large numbers and celebrate the festival of democracy, he said. He also urged the mediapersons to take care of their health and intake as much water as they can. You (media persons) are working day and night, so please take care of your health. During the election period, the media person has to run here and there. I want to appeal to all of you to take care of your health and drink a lot of water as much as you can, he said. The Prime Minister cast his vote at Nishan Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Prime Minister Modi also shared a light-hearted moment with a child as he greeted people after casting his vote at a polling booth in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He also stopped on the way and waved to people and even signed a sketch of himself. PM Modi, draped in his customary Kurta Payjama and saffron-coloured half jacket, also showed the indelible ink mark on his finger after casting his vote. The polling started for 93 Lok Sabha seats across 12 states and union territories in the third phase of the general election on Tuesday at 7:00 am. The states and union territories where the elections are being held in this phase are Assam (4), Bihar (5), Chhattisgarh (7), Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2), Goa (2), Gujarat (25), Karnataka (14), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), Uttar Pradesh (10) and West Bengal (4). The BJP has bagged the Surat seat unopposed.' In this phase, more than 1300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray. A total of 17.24 crore voters are eligible to cast their franchise in this phase at 1.85 lakh polling stations. Seventy-five delegates from 23 countries will see the poll process, the poll panel said. Voting will not take place for Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat on Tuesday as the Election Commission of India (ECI) has postponed the polling to the sixth phase to be held on May 25. Originally, voting was scheduled to be held on 94 Lok Sabha seats in the third phase. However, elections were rescheduled from the second to the third phase in the Betul Lok Sabha seat of Madhya Pradesh due to the death of the BSP candidate. The BJP candidate in Surat has been declared the winner unopposed and due to the revised polling schedule in the Anantnag-Rajouri seat, the total seats now going to poll are 93. In 2019 general election the BJP won 72 of the 93 seats that go to the polls today. The Lok Sabha elections are being held across seven phases, from April 19 to June 1. The counting is scheduled for June 4.
LS polls: Voting for third phase begins in MP
LS polls: Voting for third phase begins in MP Bhopal: Polling across nine parliamentary constituencies in Madhya Pradesh began on Tuesday morning in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Long queues of voters were seen at polling booths in the morning as many of them wanted to exercise their franchise before the [] The post LS polls: Voting for third phase begins in MP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Businesses in MP offer discounts, incentives
BHOPAL : With the voter turnout declining in the first two phases of the Lok Sabha polls compared to the 2019 elections, not only the Election Commission of India (ECI) but also various sections of society are working to increase voting in the remaining two phases May 7 and May 13 in Madhya Pradesh. Spanning from business and trading bodies to a prominent commuting app and medical associations, concessions and incentives are being announced across the remaining 17 constituencies to boost polling in the central Indian state. In Bhopal, which goes to polls on Tuesday, many prominent markets have announced discussions and concessions to customers who come for shopping after exercising their franchise. The traders body at New Market one of the oldest markets in the state capital has declared that the market will open after 2 pm on Tuesday to ensure that all the traders and their employees vote with their families. Further, the markets management body has announced discounts and concessions to customers who vote in Tuesdays polls. In MP Nagar, another key commercial area of MP capital, similar announcements have been made, while the Bhopal Sweets and Namkeen Association too have made similar declarations to boost the poll percentage. The Rapido App, a prominent commute app, has announced free rides on priority to voters in the city. The Karond agricultural Mandi in the city has declared a closure on Monday-Tuesday to ensure that farmers can vote without any hassles. Those farmers who vote in the polls will be honoured by the Mandi management later. In Bhind district, which forms part of the Bhind-Datia constituency (also voting on Tuesday), the organizers of an ongoing mega fair have announced mega discounts for customers coming to the fair after voting. The Bhind-Datia seat had reported minimum polling among all the 29 seats of MP in 2014 and 2019 with 45.63% and 54.42% polling, respectively. In Morena district, which too will vote in the third phase on Tuesday, the famous Mungaude (snacks) sellers have announced discounts. In the same district, the local Indian Medical Association (IMA) chapters member doctors have decided free treatment for all those who vote in the festival of democracy on Tuesday. Among the constituencies of western and south-western MP, similar incentives have been announced by trader bodies in many districts.
LS polls 2024: Stakes high for Kharge, BSY, NCP in Phase 3
NEW DELHI/BENGALURU: The electoral fate of half-a-dozen Union ministers and two former chief ministers will be sealed on Wednesday in the third phase of the general elections is 93 constituencies in 11 states and Union territories. The BJP sees the third phase as one of consolidation as compared to the first two phases. Prominent among the heavyweight candidates in this phase are Union home minister Amit Shah in Gandhinagar, Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya (Porbandar), civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia (Guna), former Madhya Pradesh chief minister Digvijaya Singh (Rajgarh), NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar)s Supriya Sule (Baramati), and Adhir Ranjan Choudhary (Berhampur). In Uttar Pradesh, representatives of the Mulayam Singh Yadav clan are contesting in this phase Dimple Yadav from Mainpuri, Akshaya Yadav, son of Ram Gopal Yadav, from Firozabad and Aditya Yadav, son of Shivpal Yadav, from Budaun. In Karnataka, the last of the 14 seats will go to polls in what is being seen as a high-stakes battle for Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. For, most of the seats are in North Karnataka, which is regarded as his home turf. The elections are equally important for former chief minister B S Yediyurappa, whose son Vijayendra is the state BJP president. Prominent among those in the fray in Karnataka are former CMs Basavaraj Bommai (Haveri) and Jagadish Shettar (Belgaum), Union ministers Pralhad Joshi (Dharwad) and Bhagwant Khuba (Bidar), Yediyurappas son Raghavendra (Shivamogga), and Kharges son-in-law Radhakrishna Doddamani (Gulbarga SC). According to sources, around 30-40 constituencies in the third phase will witness triangular contests, giving sitting Lok Sabha members a really tough time. Most of the sitting MPs are from the ruling BJP. Phase 3 factoids 93 seats for which polling will be held in 11 states/UTs 1,300 candidates including around 120 women, in the fray 11 crore people eligible to vote Entire Gujarat and Goa, 11 seats in Maharashtra, 10 in UP, 14 in Karnataka, 7 in Chhattisgarh, 5 in Bihar, 4 each in Assam and West Bengal to go to polls
The key constituencies in thethird phase of Lok Sabha electionsare GujaratsGandhinagar, Madhya PradeshsGuna,VidishaandRajgarh, MaharashtrasBaramati, West BengalsBaharampur, Uttar PradeshsMainpuriand KarnatakasDharwad
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 6: Four persons suffered injuries after they were assaulted in separate areas of the Jammu District today, police said. They said two siblings identified as Shivam and Rajveer sons of Pappu of Madhya Pradesh at present Chib Mohalla were assaulted by a local youth after some altercation over a minor issue. In the assault, one of the brothers sustained 4 stitches and the other 7 stitches. After preliminary treatment at Government Hospital Gandhi Nagar, both the [] The post Four injured in assault cases appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
AHMEDABAD/BENGALURU, May 6: Voting will be held in 93 constituencies spread over 11 States and Union Territories today in the third phase of Lok Sabha polls, with stakes being high for the BJP which had won an overwhelming majority of these seats, including all in Gujarat, Karnataka, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, in the last election. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Over 1,300 candidates, including around 120 women, are in the fray. Among the bigwigs are Union Ministers Amit [] The post Polling for 93 LS seats today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IAF martyrs last rites performed
CHHINDWARA, May 6: A huge crowd today bid final farewell to Indian Air Force corporal Vikky Pahade, who was martyred in a terror attack in Surankote area of Poonch district in Jammu-Kashmir on May 4, in his hometown Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh. Pahade, among five personnel who were injured when terrorists attacked an IAF convoy near Shahsitar in Poonch district on Saturday evening, succumbed to his injuries in a military hospital. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp His body [] The post IAF martyrs last rites performed appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Modi bent on changing Constitution: Rahul
KHARGONE (MP), May 6: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today alleged Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made up his mind to alter and scrap the Constitution, a move he said will deprive tribals and other sections of their guaranteed rights and destroy public sector. Addressing a campaign rally at Segaon under Khargone Lok Sabha constituency in Madhya Pradesh, Gandhi said loans of farmers will be waived and the daily allowance under the MGNREGA scheme will be raised from Rs 250 to [] The post Modi bent on changing Constitution: Rahul appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
