Election Wrap: Here are the top developments of the day, Putting an end to all the speculations, the Congress party on Friday declared its candidates for the crucial Rae Bareli and Amethi Lok Sabha seats. Watch for more!
Election Wrap: Here are the top developments of the day, The Bharatiya Janata Party has decided to field Karan Bhushan Singh, sitting MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh's son from Kaiserganj in Uttar Pradesh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah refuted allegations levelled by the Opposition on EVM tampering and the BJP being the beneficiary of the practice. Watch for more.
In an exclusive interview to the group editor-in-chief Rahul Joshi, Home Minister Amit Shah spoke about Lok Sabha elections 2024, Congress manifesto, Muslim Reservation, Pranjal Revanna and much more. Watch the Home Minister interview here.
In an exclusive interview with group editor-in-chief Rahul Joshi, Home Minister Amit Shah talks about contesting on 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh. He also added if everything goes fine that NDA might win all the 80 seats in UP. Watch the video to learn more
In a candid video released by the Indian National Congress, Rahul Gandhi shares his story of the game of chess, how he learned it, who his favourite player is, and other details. Watch the video to learn more.
In an exclusive interview with group editor-in-chief Rahul Joshi, Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress party for promising reservations to Muslims. He also added that in the last 10 years, the BJP government did not try to end the reservation. To learn more about this issue, you can watch the exclusive video of the interview.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave three open challenges to Congress and asked them to clear its stand on the reservation. Addressing a rally in Anand on Thursday, PM Modi posed these three challenges for the Congress and the ecosystem. Watch
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Prime Minister Modi addresses a public rally in Anand , Gujarat
Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera on Wednesday took a jibe at th BJP, saying that saffron party is tensed after phase 1 and 2 polling and that PM can't hide stress.
Election Wrap: Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna of Janata Dal Secular denies allegations following controversy over leaked explicit videos. Congress leaders, according to Praful Patel, held secret meetings expressing discontent with Sonia Gandhi's leadership in 1999. Shiv Sena selects Naresh Mhaske for Thane and Hemant Godse for Nashik LS seats. Congress leaders assert that Arvinder Lovely's decision won't impact AAP-Congress prospects in Delhi. Former TMC MP Sushmita Dev shares video purportedly showing Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury favoring BJP over TMC in West Bengal.
TV actress Rupali Ganguly's political debut with BJP in Delhi ahead of the Lok Sabha elections is captured as she, along with astrologer Ameya Joshi, meets party leaders Vinod Tawde and Anil Baluni. The duo's subsequent encounter with party president JP Nadda marks a significant turning point. Explore this transition of the beloved "Anupamaa" and "Sarabhai vs Sarabhai" actress into the political arena.
Delhi Education Minister Atishi updates on the situation as schools in the Delhi-NCR area face bomb threats via email. Urging calm, she assures ongoing coordination with police. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Home Affairs labels the threat a hoax, alleviating concerns. Police in Delhi and Noida report finding nothing after conducting searches at schools
Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday said the party's candidates for the Amethi and Raebareli Lok Sabha seats will be announced in next 24 to 30 hours.
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Prime Minister Modi addresses a public rally in Banaskantha, Gujarat
The district administration in Madhya Pradesh's Mandsaur organised a 'sky lantern' programme on Tuesday to create awareness among voters ahead of the polling day. Mandsaur will go to polls on May 13.
Watch Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delve into key political issues in this exclusive conversation with CNN-News18. From PM Modi's comments on the Congress manifesto to addressing Rahul Gandhi's remarks, Singh provides insights on crucial matters like voter turnout, India's economy, and the BJP's election strategy. Don't miss his predictions on the BJP's performance in Uttar Pradesh and his perspective on gaining Muslim votes in Lucknow.
Kalpana Soren, wife of former Chief Minister of Jharkhand Hemant Soren, officially submitted her candidacy as the JMM representative for the Gandey assembly constituency. Joining her were Chief Minister Champai Soren, brother-in-law Basant Soren, and Ministers Alamgir Alam and Satyanand Bhokta, among other supporters, as she completed the nomination process. Watch!
Union Minister Smriti Irani jabs Rahul Gandhi over Wayanad seat and highlights BJP's development strides in Amethi, in an exclusive interview with News18.
PM Modi on Monday targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Khata khat’ remark on his promise to remove poverty.
Congress MP and Chandigarh candidate, Manish Tewari, engages in a morning walk campaign at Sukhna Lake, interacting with locals ahead of the upcoming elections. Tewari emphasizes the city's fitness culture and shares his vision for the future. With BJP's Sanjay Tandon as his competitor, Tewari expresses confidence in Congress's prospects, foreseeing a shift in power towards the INDIA alliance government after the June 1 voting.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on April 29 mocked PM Modi and BJP’s slogan of ‘Ab Ki Baar 400 Paar’ at a rally in Chhattisgarh Watch!
JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy on Monday spoke on the case involving his nephew Prajwad Revanna, how has been fielded by the BJP and JD(S) alliance from Hassan seat.
In an exclusive interview to News18, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about Lok Sabha elections 2024, Congress manifesto, ED, CBI raids, inheritance tax, wealth distribution tax & much more. Watch PM Modi's Interview here
At a rally in Karnataka, Prime Minister Modi criticized Rahul Gandhi for not showing respect to India's historical leaders like the Rajas and Maharajas. He also mentioned how the Congress party stays quiet about the wrongdoings of figures like Nawabs and Sultans, accusing them of playing politics to please certain groups. This highlights the ongoing disagreements and debates in India's political scene.
Dimple Yadav in conversation with News 18 talks about divisive remarks that are coming from the top leaders of BJP. It's unfortunate that such politics diverts attention from real issues like inflation, unemployment, and women's safety, especially during elections, she said. "I believe the ten-year tenure of the Modi government and seven years of the Yogi Adityanath government have exacerbated these problems," Yadav added.
A voter turnout of 60.7% percent was reported by the Election Commission of India in 89 constituencies across 13 states and union territories in Phase 2. Watch to know the voter turnout in 10 key constituencies.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor casts his vote in Thiruvananthapuram. He expressed his confidence in retaining Thiruvananthapuram in 2024. The second of India's seven-phase voting began on Friday, April 26. Polling is being held in 88 of Lok Sabha's 543 seats across 13 states and Union Territories amid an intense heatwave. A total of 1,210 candidates are in the fray. Shashi Tharoor said 'We will win for sure'. Watch for more details!
This rooftop helicopter replica has been a local attraction in the Atrauli village of Bihar's Aurangabad district. The helicopter built in the year 2000 was inspired by former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad's visit to the village has risen in popularity. Political leaders visiting the constituency are in awe of the unique construction owned by the Kumar brothers, Ajit and Ranjeet.
The Supreme Court on April 26 rejected pleas seeking cross-verification of the votes cast in electronic voting machines (EVMs) with Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) . The apex court suggested having an electronic machines for counting votes, and bar codes on voting slips. Supreme Court said request for verification of microcontroller of EVMs can be made within 7 days of declaration of poll results upon payment of fees.
In an exclusive interview with CNN-News18, Bollywood actor and BJP candidate Hema Malini shares her confidence for the 2024 Lok Sabha Polls, emphasizing the support and respect she has garnered from constituents, ensuring votes in her favor. Watch the interview for more insights.
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar calls for massive voter participation ahead of the second phase of Lok Sabha Elections. He assures voters of adequate arrangements at polling booths, including amenities like drinking water and fans. Kumar also emphasizes the absence of violence in the first phase and assures security measures for all polling stations.
Election Wrap: In a major development, the Election Commission on Thursday announced that it had taken cognisance of violations to the Model Code of Conduct by both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and sought responses from both parties by April 29. Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on April 25 filed his nomination papers from Uttar Pradesh's Kannauj for Lok Sabha elections 2024. He was accompanied by party leaders, including Ram Gopal Yadav. Watch for more.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman casts her vote in South Bengaluru. She encouraged all senior citizens to vote. While talking about inheritance tax policy to CNN-News18 she added Congress party has lost all ideas, it doesn't have a strong proposal. Watch.
Akhilesh Yadav speaks exclusively with CNN-News18’s Aman Sharma after filing his nomination from UP’s Kannauj. Yadav talks explains his Kannauj candidacy. Listen in!
Rashtriya Janata Dal Leader Tejashwi Yadav expresses confidence ahead of Bihar's second election phase, condemning PM Modi's remarks on the Mangalsutra during a Rajasthan rally. Addressing the press in Patna, Yadav emphasized the significance of the upcoming election and his party's determination to secure a majority. He criticized Modi's actions during demonetization and the farmers' protests, highlighting the plight of widows left behind. Watch.
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav will contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Kannauj seat. The SP chief filed his nomination from the constituency on April 25.
103 year old Hardei Devi from Nathuwas village in Haryana’s Bhiwani district will be one of the oldest voters this election. As per her family, she has voted in every election since independence.
Election Wrap: Here are the top developments of the day, PM Modi criticizes Congress over Sam Pitroda's 'inheritance tax' remark, saying the party's 'dangerous intentions' are becoming evident. Supreme Court reserves its verdict on petitions requesting thorough cross-verification of EVM votes with VVPAT. Rahul Gandhi countered PM Modi's offensive remark saying ‘Caste census is my life's mission, and I will not leave it’. Watch for more.
In the second phase of the 2024 general election, 14 constituencies of Karnataka will go for polling. One of the critical seats among the 14 seats is Bangalore South. The BJP has been winning the Bangalore South seat since 1996. However, this time, it will not be a cakewalk for BJP and Tejasvi Surya, the incumbent MP as Congress has fielded former MLA Sowmya Reddy for the Bangalore South seat. Watch the video to know how the super fight will be panning out in the 2nd phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari collapsed while speaking at an election rally in Maharashtra on 24 April. He was campaigning at Pusad which comes under the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency. Watch the video to know more
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi reaffirms his commitment to the cause of conducting a caste-based census in India, declaring it his life's mission. He asserts that no force can deter him from pursuing this goal, emphasizing the importance of accurate demographic data for effective policy-making.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was in Chhattisgarh for a campaign rally paused his speech after a girl holding his photo caught his attention. A clip of the rally surfaced on the Internet in which the kid can be seen carrying a sketch of the PM. Watch to see what happened next!
Madhavi Latha, the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate for Hyderabad, conducted a large-scale roadshow before officially submitting her nomination. Latha, known as the 'Hindutva' face of the BJP, is contesting against Asaduddin Owaisi of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM), who has held the Hyderabad seat since 2004. Despite facing a formidable opponent, Latha expresses confidence in her ability to win the traditionally AIMIM-held constituency. Watch!
Election Wrap: Here are the top developments of the day, Calcutta High Court urges EC to delay voting in Berhampur due to Ram Navami violence. Delhi Court extends Arvind Kejriwal and K Kavitha's judicial custody till May 7. Kerala's Lok Sabha polls see parties competing for minority votes. Over 26,000 teachers lose jobs in Bengal, potentially impacting Lok Sabha elections. PM Modi alleges during his rally that, Congress aimed to reallocate SC/ST reservations to Muslims during a rally. Watch for more.
Many first-time voters in this election, particularly youngsters, consider the lack of job opportunities as a crucial factor influencing their voting decision. Unemployment emerges as the primary concern for first-time voters of Assam in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.
The Shiromani Akali Dal, representing Punjabi and Sikh interests, launched a strong critique against Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his remarks on Muslims during a Rajasthan election rally, sparking widespread anger among India's opposition bloc. Modi suggested that if the Indian National Congress came to power, wealth would be distributed to "infiltrators" and families with more children, seemingly targeting the Muslim community.
Election Wrap: As the second phase of polling for Lok Sabha elections nears here are the top developments from the day. PM Modi addresses rally in Aligarh says ‘Congress will distribute people’s wealth’. Lingayat seer Dingaleshwar Swami withdraws from Lok Sabha race in Dharwad. TMC’s stronghold Diamond Harbour faces a fierce contest as Abhishek Banerjee takes on BJP's Abhijit Das. ECI and IMD held a meeting to minimise the impact of the heatwave on voting. BJP's Mukesh Dalal wins Surat Lok Sabha seat unopposed. Watch for more.
In the midst of the ongoing Lok Sabha election, the Rajputs (also known as Thakurs) are organizing a series of caste panchayats throughout western Uttar Pradesh. These panchayats are being held by the Thakurs to express their dissatisfaction with the BJP due to their alleged marginalization and ticket distribution. Rajputs, who are considered to be one of BJP's core voter bases, have compelled the saffron party to implement several damage-control measures. You can learn more about this by watching the video.
In response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent statement regarding women's properties and its implications for the Congress party, Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal emphasized the need for the Election Commission of India to address the matter by issuing a notice to PM Modi. This highlights Sibal's commitment to ensuring accountability and fairness in political discourse, urging regulatory action where necessary to maintain the integrity of public dialogue.
At a press conference, AAP's Atishi reveals that on April 22, the ED and Tihar jail authorities allegedly didn't consult any AIIMS doctor or diabetologist regarding Arvind Kejriwal before opposing his plea in court. Kejriwal wasn't taken to any AIIMS doctor nor shown to any diabetologist, she claims.