In the sixth phase of the 18th Lok Sabha election 2024, 58 constituencies across 8 states and UTs will go to the polls. This phase includes all seven seats in Delhi and all ten seats in Haryana. Here are 10 key constituencies and contests to watch out for.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attacked Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and said that he cheated his guru Anna Hazare, while Smirit Irani hits out at Kejriwal saying AAP is not only corrupt, but its women workers are not safe in their own CM’s house. AAP leaders respond to the BJP saying that this whole thing is a conspiracy by the BJP and have accused Prime Minister Modi of harassing the parents of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal.
The Azamgarh seat is considered to be a stronghold of the Samajwadi Party. However, the BJP surprised everyone by winning the Azamgarh seat in the bypolls. Will the Samajwadi Party win the seat in the Lok Sabha Polls 2024?
Former Union minister and BJP MP Jayant Sinha on May 23 lashed out at his party for “unjustly targeting him”, indicating a widening rift with the party.Two days before the Lok Sabha polls in Delhi, former Congress chief Sonia Gandhi said this is a very important election to save democracy and the Constitution. Watch Moneycontrol’s election wrap to know more about the top political developments of the day.
Baramulla constituency in Kashmir made history by recording approximately 59 percent voter turnout when polling was held on May 20th during the fifth phase of the 2024 General Elections. This is an all-time high since the constituency was established in 1967.
Punjab will go to polls on June 1, to elect the representatives for the 13 seats from the state to the Lok Sabha. As many as 22 candidates have declared assets over 10 crores according to their election affidavits. While many are seeing a drop in their wealth compared to their previous filing, there are several whose assets still run into 100s of crores. Find out who’s topping the list and what their net worth is
Home Minister Amit Shah speaks exclusively to News18 India’s Amish Devgan. Amit Shah shares BJP’s nationwide campaigns and how he sees NDA positioned to win these elections. Watch this video as Amish Devgan spends 14 hours with Home Minister Amit Shah while he campaigns for the Lok Sabha elections.
What makes BJP confident of 300 plus seats? Will the BJP emerge as the single largest party in the South? Will there be stringent norms for deepfakes after the elections? Catch Rajeev Chandrashekar exclusively on Moneycontrol
On May 22, the Election Commission criticized both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the main opposition Congress for the election speeches delivered by their star campaigners, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Meanwhile, the Calcutta High Court declined to issue a stay on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from publishing advertisements targeting the Trinamool Congress (TMC). Stay tuned for the latest political updates from May 22, 2024.
India's smallest constituency in terms of area, Chandni Chowk, will hold elections on May 25th. The main contenders for the seat are the BJP and Congress, with Praveen Khandelwal from the BJP and JP Aggarwal from Congress. With Congress and AAP joining forces, securing the Chandni Chowk seat won't be easy for the BJP. Watch the video for more information.
Replying to the allegations of PM Modi on the mystery of missing key of Ratna Bhandar, BJD’s VK Pandian and close aide of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that the issue related to missing keys of the Ratna Bhandar of Lord Jagannath Temple has been raised by the Bharatiya Janata Party leaders during the election period but it has not yielded electoral benefits.
PM Modi Addresses Public Meeting in Dwarka. Watch.
In the sixth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, North East Delhi seat will be going for polls. BJP has retained its incumbent MP Manoj Tiwari, whereas Congress has given the ticket to former JNU president Kanhaiya Kumar. Watch the video to know more about the contest for North East Delhi
Bansuri Swaraj, daughter of late Sushma Swaraj, is stepping into the electoral arena for the first time as the BJP's candidate for the prestigious New Delhi constituency. Transitioning from law to politics, she aligns herself with Prime Minister Modi's vision, viewing politics as a catalyst for transformation. Bansuri is dedicated to bringing the benefits of Modi's initiatives to Delhi, with plans to launch a startup hub geared towards youth empowerment. She also offers a critical assessment of the AAP's governance in the city.
Addressing the 'Nari Shakti Samvad' programme in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked the INDIA bloc and said that they opposed reservation for women and people of Varanasi are well aware of ‘jungle raj’. PM Modi said "INDI alliance opposes reservation for women. Wherever their government comes to power, the life of women becomes difficult.
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar during an interaction with students at a school in Delhi on May 20 talked about the hardship and efforts behind the success of G20. He said that a lot of effort to ensure the success of the grand event. Watch the video to know more
Election Wrap: In a major development, BJP's Abhijit Gangopadhyay barred from campaigning for 24 hours for remarks on Mamata Banerjee, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal claims INDIA bloc inching closer to victory with each poll phase and much more
In the upcoming sixth phase of elections, the New Delhi Lok Sabha constituency will be going to polls. For the New Delhi seat, the BJP has chosen Bansuri Swaraj, the daughter of former union minister Sushma Swaraj, while the AAP has nominated Somnath Bharti. Bansuri will be making her debut in electoral politics, whereas Bharti is a three-time MLA from Delhi's Malviya Nagar. It will be interesting to see who will win the New Delhi seat.
BJP candidate from Puri Lok Sabha seat, Sambit Patra apologised for his 'Mahaprabhu is devotee of PM Modi' remarks following backlash. AAP's Sanjay Singh says that Lord Jagannath will give a befitting reply to their arrogance by removing BJP from the Centre
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal predicts the downfall of the Modi government on June 4, asserting that the INDIA bloc will form the next government. Kejriwal also lashes out at Union Home Minister Amit Shah for alleged arrogance. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal accuses Kejriwal of corruption during a public meeting in New Delhi, suggesting a growing disillusionment among the people towards the Delhi CM's actions. Watch the video for more details.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Education Minister Atishi made a shocking claim against the BJP on May 20. Atishi accused the BJP of conspiring to kill Delhi Chief Minister and AAP’s national convener Arvind Kejriwal. Atishi’s claim came amid reports of some death threats against Kejriwal appearing on the Delhi Metro stations and on social media. She claimed that on May 20 in Delhi Metro’s prominent stations like Rajiv Chowk, Patel Nagar and inside the Delhi Metro trains there were threats written. “How it can be possible when every corner of these metro stations are under the surveillance of CCTV and nobody is looking for the person who has written these threats. Where is Delhi Police?”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched an attack on Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik while addressing a public rally in Odisha’s Cuttack on May 20. Odisha’s Assembly elections and Lok Sabha elections are being held simultaneously and results will be declared on June 4. PM Modi accused CM Naveen Patnaik of not understanding the culture of Odisha. Watch!
Phase 5 of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections got over. Till 5 pm, a voter turnout of 56 per cent was reported by the ECI in 49 constituencies. Watch the video to know more.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on May 20 inspected a polling booth in Raebareli. Residents of Raebareli cast their votes on May 20 during the fifth phase of the LS Elections. Watch!
Bollywood Actors and politicians across the 49 constituencies cast their in the phase 5 of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Watch the know more
Top Leaders And Celebrities Cast Their Votes For The Lok Sabha Election Phase 5 | Election 2024
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has accused the BJP of trying to obstruct free education in Delhi by arresting him. Reiterating his commitment to quality education, Kejriwal urged voters to support AAP to back its party's “mission” for better education. Watch as Kejriwal seeks support for his party
In recent Indian politics, the Election Commission issued a show-cause notice to BJP candidate Abhijit Gangopadhyay for remarks against Mamata Banerjee, while AAP's Swati Maliwal reacted to CCTV footage from Kejriwal's residence. PM Modi accused Congress of aiming for 50 seats, and Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Priyanka Gandhi. The Supreme Court adjourned Hemant Soren's bail plea. These events reflect the current political climate in India.
PM Modi Addresses Public meeting In Mumbai South Central, Maharashtra| Lok Sabha Election 2024
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh downplayed Opposition’s claim about PM Modi’s tenure as the Prime Minister. While speaking to ANI, he claimed that Modi would be the Prime Minister of the country in 2024 and 2029. “The question of finishing reservation does not stand. There is no provision for reservation on the basis of religion in our Constitution. No reservation is going to be given on the basis of religion. The process of reservation that has been going on until now, will continue and PM Modi has also been saying the same. Watch here for more details
INDIA Bloc meets at BKC Mumbai ahead of phase 5 of the Lok Sabha 2024 Elections. Will they decide on PM's face? Watch to know more.
Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party on May 16, saying that Congress waived off loans of farmers in Chattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan whereas BJP waived off loans of billionaires and and neglected the welfare of the people.
Dive into the fierce electoral battle in Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha constituency as BJP's UJJWAL NIKAM faces off against Congress' VARSHA GAIKWAD. With Bollywood glamour as a backdrop, both candidates are vying for voter attention, addressing key issues like unemployment, inflation, and infrastructure. As seasoned politicians and fresh faces clash, catch the pulse of the electorate and the strategies unfolding in the run-up to the polls on May 20th.
Key Contests Await in Uttar Pradesh's Fifth Phase of Lok Sabha Elections on May 20. In this phase, 14 Lok Sabha seats including Mohanlalganj, Lucknow, Raebareli, Amethi, Jalaun, Jhansi, Hamirpur, Banda, Fatehpur, Kaushambhi, Barabanki, Faizabad, Kaiserganj, and Gonda will witness high-profile candidates vying for victory. The BJP secured 13 seats out of 14 in the previous 2019 elections, with the Congress clinching the Raebareli constituency. This phase encompasses voting in 49 Lok Sabha constituencies across 6 states and 2 Union Territories.
Sitting MP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena candidate, Hemant Godse, is up against Shiv Sena UBT nominee Rajabhau Waje in Nashik. Home to the biggest onion wholesale market in the country, Nashik is set to vote on May 20 during the fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections. Watch the video for more details.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday claimed that the INDIA bloc was planning to rotate the PM's chair among its constituents if voted to power. Addressing an election rally in Madhubani Lok Sabha constitueny in Bihar, the senior BJP leader asserted that the country needs a strong prime minister and not "one on a yearly basis".
PM Modi accused opposition leaders of spreading falsehoods about the Citizenship Act, asserting that no one can revoke it. The Supreme Court has said that no exception was given to Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, who was granted temporary bail in the Delhi excise policy case to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections. And, Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra responded to a question on the alleged assault on Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal, saying she will always stand with women if any atrocity is committed. Stay updated with the top developments of the day.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Thursday that the INDIA bloc would collapse after June 4, with its leaders seeking a scapegoat following their defeat. Addressing an election rally in support of the BJP candidate in Partapgarh, the PM said ‘Modi government will return after June 4. Many things will happen after June 4. The INDIA alliance will disintegrate and they will look for a scapegoat after the defeat’. Watch!
In an exclusive conversation with CNBC TV18, Congress leader Sachin Pilot talks about upcoming Lok Sabha elections, highlighting key aspects of the Congress manifesto and addressing concerns about economic growth. From discussing the need for change in Indian politics to assessing the party's performance in various states, Pilot provides a comprehensive overview of the political landscape. Don't miss his views on seat allocation, economic policies, and the comparison between BJP and Congress campaigns.
PM Narendra Modi urged the youth to come forward and provide administrative suggestions to the government, exuding confidence in the BJP-led NDA coming back to power. He said this while addressing a public rally in Thane on May 15.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that Maharashtra has made up its mind to punish duplicate Shiv Sena which has kneeled before the Congress. Addressing public at a rally in Maharashtra's Dindori, he said, "Congress abuses Veer Savarkar all the time and when the self-respecting and nationalist public of Maharashtra listens to it, the anger of the people of Maharashtra reaches its peak." Watch!
Former Chief Minister of Rajasthan and a prominent leader of the Congress party, Ashok Gehlot, strongly criticized Smriti Irani for her notable absence from Amethi subsequent to the 2019 Lok Sabha election.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday rubbished the claims by the opposition that he is an outsider in the North Mumbai Lok Sabha constituency from where he is contesting. Watch!
BJP leader Shazia Ilmi attacked Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal over the Swati Maliwal assault case in his residence. She questioned the inaction in the incident and silence of CM Kejriwal and asked whether Swati Maliwal is safe or not. Swati Maliwal assault case, BJP leader Shazia Ilmi says, "Arvind Kejriwal should tell the people of the country the truth behind the incident which happened at the CM house on 13th May.
Union home minister Amit Shah has said the Supreme Court’s decision to grant interim bail to Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal is 'not a routine judgment'. Many believe that 'special treatment' has been given to the AAP chief, Shah said
On May 15, Congress leader Sachin Pilot campaigned in Yamuna Vihar, Delhi, to support Congress’ North East Delhi Lok Sabha candidate, Kanhaiya Kumar. He expressed confidence in Kumar's victory and stated that INDIA bloc candidates are leading and will win across all seven seats. Pilot also remarked on BJP's changing targets and the strength of the INDIA bloc's manifesto. Watch for more!
Election Wrap: Here are the top developments of the day, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed confidence in the opposition bloc INDIA's strong position. Union Minister Piyush Goyal criticised Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, labeling her as a "non-serious" and "tourist" politician who vanishes after elections. Watch for more!
INDI Alliance Leaders Address Joint Press Conference in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Election Wrap: Here are the top developments of the day -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday filed his Lok Sabha nomination papers from Varanasi after offering prayers at the holy Dashashwamedh Ghat. Meanwhile, the Andhra Pradesh voter who was thrashed by YSR Congress MLA Sivakumar and his aides during voting on May 13, has said that he fears for the safety of his family members. Watch for more!
Prime Minister Narendra Modi filed his nomination from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat on Tuesday. Varanasi will vote on June 1 in the seventh and final phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. PM Modi's propsoers are Pandit Ganeshwar Shastri, Baijnath Patel, Lalchand Kushwaha and Sanjay Sonkar. To find out who they are, watch this video