Lok Sabha Election 2024: Boxer Vijender Singh quits Congress, joins BJP at party HQ In Delhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is set to present his nomination documents at the collectorate for the Wayanad parliamentary constituency after leading a roadshow.
On April 2, Congress announced 17 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, including Tariq Anwar and Mohammad Jawed from Bihar, and YS Sharmila from Andhra Pradesh. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Rahul Gandhi's statement about potential chaos if the BJP wins. Additionally, Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh, arrested in the Delhi excise policy case, was granted bail by the Supreme Court. Stay tuned for further updates
The Election Commission urged Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to cast their votes in the upcoming Lok Sabha election. The polls will be conducted in seven phases from April 19 to June 1, with results expected on June 4. But to vote, how can an NRI register himself? What are the steps? Watch this video as Moneycontrol’s Sahil Jain explains key details.
Enforcement Directorate (ED) said in the Rouse Avenue Court that Delhi chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal told the central agency that excise policy scam accused Vijay Nair reported to minister Atishi. According to the agency, Kejriwal also named Saurabh Bhardwaj while being questioned in connection with the case. Nair was previously the chief of AAP’s media communication cell.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is engaging with the vibrant community of Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, within the heart of the Nainital–Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency.
India is in election mode and from April 19, the voting for the 18th Lok Sabha polls will kickstart. The voting will be held in seven phases between the April 19 and June 1. The results will be declared on June 4. But if you wish to vote in this election and do not have a Voter ID, can you vote? The Election Commission of India has said that you can vote without a Voter ID, but how? Watch this video for all the details.
On April 1, the ongoing dispute over the RTI findings concerning Katchatheevu island remained in the spotlight. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar provided a historical context, revealing that India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, had contemplated ceding the island to Sri Lanka. In the Gyanvapi case, the court intervened, issuing orders for both Hindu and Muslim worship to continue as usual. The case is scheduled for further hearings in July. Furthermore, the Election Commission of India took action on April 1, reprimanding BJP leader Dilip Ghosh and Congresswoman Supriya Shrinta for making derogatory remarks targeting West Bengal Chief Minister Banerjee and BJP candidate Kangana Ranaut.
With less than three weeks remaining before the first phase of polling, political parties from all sides showed determination to maximize gains from their public outreach efforts. Both BJP and the INDIA bloc partners spared no effort to gain crucial advantages. While PM Modi launched BJP's Lok Sabha campaign in Meerut, the Opposition bloc fiercely criticized the ruling dispensation, emphasizing the threat to Indian democracy.
With the Election Commission having sounded the poll bugle, political parties have started campaigning in full throttle. With less than a month before the first phase of polling for the general election, parties want their outreach initiatives to yield maximum political dividends before the world's biggest democratic exercise gets underway. Here are the top political developments of the day
With the Election Commission having sounded the poll bugle, political parties have started campaigning in full throttle. With less than a month before the first phase of polling for the general election, parties want their outreach initiatives to yield maximum political dividends before the world's biggest democratic exercise gets underway. Here are the top political developments of the day!
Shiv Sena UBT has announced a list of 17 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The list includes candidates for Mumbai South Central and Sangli seats. Following the release of the list, Maharashtra Congress leaders have expressed displeasure and have requested a reconsideration of the list. Watch the video to learn more.
Supriya Shrinate’s social media post of Kangana Ranaut sparks controversy. NCW Chief and political leaders react to the post. Kanagana Ranaut says, 'every woman deserves dignity'. Watch.
The Election Commission of India has uploaded the data on Electoral Bonds provided by the State Bank of India on March 21. Of the two documents uploaded by ECI one has links of the donors to the unique alphanumeric bond number while the other one provides information about the political party that has encashed the bond. So who were the top donors and to which party, watch more for all those details.
Late at night on March 21st, the ED arrested Delhi's Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal, on corruption charges related to the now-scrapped excise policy. Following his arrest, several leaders from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the opposition protested against the arrest, while the BJP defended the ED's decision. You can watch footage of politicians' reactions to the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal
Following the arrest of Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, AAP has called for a gherao of PM Modi's house. The protestors have started protesting at Patel Chowk metro station. However, some protestors have been detained and security has been increased around PM Modi's house. Watch the video to learn more
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has recently announced the schedule for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, spanning seven phases from April 19 to June 1, with results expected on June 4. This announcement also initiates the implementation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which sets guidelines for political parties and leaders during the election period. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar has urged strict adherence to the MCC, emphasizing its importance in ensuring fair elections. Watch this video as Moneycontrol’s Sahil Jain explains the key details.
The Election Commission of India released additional data received from political parties on electoral bonds. Political parties had submitted this data to EC in sealed covers as directed by the Supreme Court. These details pertain to bonds bought before April 12, 2019. So, how much money did BJP, DMK and other parties make from electoral bonds? Watch to find out.
Election Commission of India (ECI) to announce the schedule for the Lok Sabha Polls as well as assembly elections for some states like Odisha, Sikkim, Arunachal & Andhra Pradesh etc. The general elections are likely to be held in seven phases. The current term of the Lok Sabha concludes on June 16. Watch the press conference of ECI Live for full details!
Election Commissioner Arun Goel resigns just before the expected announcement of the 2024 Lok Sabha election schedule, leaving the Election Commission of India with only Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar. Learn about the process of appointing new commissioners, including the roles of committees and criteria for appointment. Explore constitutional provisions for their removal and speculate on the next Chief Election Commissioner. Stay updated with Moneycontrol
The Trinamool Congress surprised many with its list of candidates, which includes former cricketers Yusuf Pathan and Kirti Azad. It retained veteran MPs like Sudip Banerjee, Saugata Roy and Kalyan Banerjee, while dropping Nushrat Jahan and Barrackpore MP Arjun Singh. Instead, it fielded popular Bengali actors Rachana Banerjee and June Maliah. Shatrughan Sinha, who won a by-election in 2021, will contest from Asansol. The announcement ends speculation about seat-sharing with the Congress, as TMC announced candidates for all 42 Lok Sabha seats in West Bengal
Indian elections are a case study for the world. As over 1.2 bn people gear up to cast their vote in General Elections 2024, Moneycontrol speaks to former election commissioner Ashok Lavasa to understand what does it take to organise an election. Did you know that 14 million people are involved in running the election process? And about Rs 10,000 cr are spent in organising elections. Listen in to find out more.
BJP's East Delhi MP and former cricketer Gautam Gambhir announced his decision to quit politics, stumping many including those in the BJP too. In order to focus on cricket-related commitments, he requested party chief JP Nadda to relieve him of electoral duties ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Here's a throwback to Gautam Gambhir speaking about the challenges of being an MP.
BJP holds press conference at party headquarters in New Delhi. As per sources, BJP is expected to release the first list of candidates for the 2024 Loksabha elections. The Lok Sabha elections are expected to be held in April-May 2024.