LIVE Updates | Lok Sabha Elections 2024:BJP Leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan Dined At The Home Of Tribal Women

Lok Sabha Polls: BJP Leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan Dined At The Home Of Tribal Women

BJP leader and Former CM of Madhya Pradesh Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday dined at the homes of tribal women, "This meal is wonderful. It is filled with the love of family and sisters," Chouhan said in Hindi.

#WATCH रायसेन: मध्य प्रदेश के पूर्व मुख्यमंत्री और भाजपा नेता शिवराज सिंह चौहान ने आदिवासी महिलाओं के घर पर रात्रिभोज किया। pic.twitter.com/Nzt5vwcEki

— ANI_HindiNews (@AHindinews) April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress Releases A List Of 40-Star Campaigners For Uttarakhand 

Ahead of Lok Sabha Polls 2024, Congress released a list of 40-star campaigners for Uttarakhand. The list included the names of Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and others.

Congress releases a list of 40-star campaigners for Uttarakhand, for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Leaders including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi among the campaigners. pic.twitter.com/P1j2PzWztY

— ANI (@ANI) April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Polls 2024:  Samajwadi Party Leader Akhilesh Yadav Slams BJP 

Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Akhilesh Yadav slammed out BJP after the cancellation of the nomination of SP candidate Meera Yadav from the Khajuraho constituency.

April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Polls Live: 'Good Manifesto', Farooq Abdullah Hails Congress' 'Nyay Patra'

After the Congress party released its 'Nyay Patra' for the Lok Sabha elections, National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Friday congratulated the grand old party and called it a "good manifesto".

Speaking to reporters, Farooq Abdullah said, "Congratulations to them. I hope such things are implemented. It is a good manifesto."

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Sec 144 Imposed In Leh Ahead Of Sonam Wangchuk's Border March On April 7

The district Magistrate on Friday ordered to impose Section 144 of CrPC in Leh district which restricts any processions like rallies or marches in the district.

Section 144 imposed in Leh district, restricting any processions, rallies or marches: District Magistrate pic.twitter.com/Kw2ZAl3zo3

— ANI (@ANI) April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav Welcomes Mukesh Sahni in Mahagathbandhan

Ahead of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav Welcomed Mukesh Sahni's party (VIP) in Mahagathbandhan, "...RJD will be contesting from 26 seats and our party has decided that from our quota we will be giving 3 seats to Mukesh Sahni's party. The three seats- Gopalganj, Jhanjharpur & Motihari..," Tejashwi Yadav said.

#WATCH | Former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav says, "...RJD will be contesting from 26 seats and our party has decided that from our quota we will be giving 3 seats to Mukesh Sahni's party. The three seats- Gopalganj, Jhanjharpur & Motihari..." pic.twitter.com/QWfCLpY8bU

— ANI (@ANI) April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: RLD Chief Jayant Chaudhary Addresses People Meet In Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh

While addressing the public meeting in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary said "...We are fighting with BJP and the party workers are doing a lot of hard work...At this stage, we have come together to fight for our nation...We have got the chance to take forward PM Modi's slogans and work. He (PM Modi) is seeking a historic third-time mandate from the people; every day he goes to some corner of the country, appeals to people, works hard and the outcomes of hard work are always fruitful..."

#WATCH | Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh: Speaking at a public rally, RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary says, "...We are fighting with BJP and the party workers are doing a lot of hard work...At this stage, we have come together to fight for our nation...We have got the chance to take forward PM… pic.twitter.com/B1h0CVY9ec

— ANI (@ANI) April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: 'Cong Manifesto Promises To Restore Triple Talaq': Assam CM Slams Cong

After Congress released its manifesto for Lok Sabha Polls 2024, BJP leader and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, " Cong manifesto promises to remove an elected State Govt, restore triple talaq, makes a U-turn on OPS, has no delivery date on any of its promises, lacks a plan to harness benefits of Industry 4.0 and worst of all passes pictures from Thailand & America as that of India. Have they hired a foreign agency to draft their manifesto?"

Cong manifesto promises to remove an elected State Govt, restore triple talaq, makes a U turn on OPS, has no delivery date on any of its promises, lacks a plan to harness benefits of Industry 4.0 and worst of all passes pictures from Thailand & America as that of India.

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— Himanta Biswa Sarma (Modi Ka Parivar) (@himantabiswa) April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: EC to Plans Targeted Intervention To Enhance Voting Percentage

On Friday, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced its identification of 266 parliamentary constituencies, of which 215 are situated in rural areas, exhibiting low voter turnout. The Commission is planning targeted interventions to enhance voting percentage in the coming Lok Sabha Elections 2024. 

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 LIVE Updates

Karnataka Congress files a complaint with the Election Commission against Bengaluru North BJP candidate Shobha Karandlaje for allegedly violating the Model Code of Conduct in Malleswaram by sticking posters of her programme.

2024 Elections LIVE News Updates | 'Past Work Just A Trailer': PM Modi In Churu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a pre-election rally in Churu, Rajasthan, made a bold statement about his government’s tenure, likening the last decade to a mere preview of what is yet to unfold. "No matter how much has happened, whatever has happened till now is a trailer. What Modi has done so far, it was just an appetiser and the main course is still to come," the prime minister said.

He emphasized the need for continued progress, sharing his vision of a future filled with achievements and advancements for the nation.

 “Our work is far from over; we have many aspirations to fulfill, taking India to new heights,” he added. In his speech, Modi also slammed the Congress party, accusing it of disrespecting the military and causing divisions within the country. He highlighted the significance of the ‘triple talaq’ legislation, asserting that it has been instrumental in safeguarding not just Muslim women but entire Muslim families.

Lok Sabha Polls Latest Updates: PM Takes Dig Over Congress' Ram Temple Snub

Churu, Rajasthan: PM Narendra Modi says, "...I came to know that Congress has issued an advisory and asked all its units to remain silent on the issue of Ram Temple in Ayodhya. 'Unko lagne laga hai ki agar Ram ka naam liya pata nahi kab Ram-Ram ho jaye..."

Lok Sabha Elections LIVE News Updates: PM Addresses Public Meet In Rajasthan's Churu

PM Narendra Modi while addressing a public meet in Rajasthan's Churu says, "...The entire Rajasthan is saying 'Phir Ek Baar Modi Sarkar'..."

"Today the whole world is surprised as to how India is developing so fast. The world does not know that the soil of India is something different. Whatever we decide, we are able to achieve it. In the last 10 years, you have seen the country changing. Do you remember how bad the condition of the country was 10 years ago? Due to the big scams and loot of Congress, the economy had collapsed and India's reputation in the world was declining," he added.

Key Takeaways From Congress Manifesto:

• Will fill nearly 30 lakh vacancies in sanctioned posts at various levels in central govt
• Rajasthan model of cashless insurance of up to Rs 25 lakh will be adopted for universal healthcare
• Ten per cent quota in jobs, educational institutions for EWS will be implemented for all castes, communities without discrimination
• Congress guarantees it will pass constitutional amendment to raise 50 per cent capon reservations for SC, ST and OBC
• Congress will conduct nationwide socio-economic and caste census
• General election presents opportunity to radically change style of governance that has been in evidence over past decade
• Appeal to people to look beyond religion, language, caste; choose wisely and install democratic government

Lok Sabha Polls News Updates: Congress Releases Manifesto

Congress Party releases its manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, at AICC headquarters in Delhi.

#WATCH | Congress Party releases its manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, at AICC headquarters in Delhi.

#LokSabhaElections2024 pic.twitter.com/lNZETTLDLY

— ANI (@ANI) April 5, 2024

Lok Sabha Elections LIVE News Updates: Senior Congress Leaders Arrive For Manifesto Launch

Congress leader Sachin Pilot, party's general secretary Priyanka Gandhi and other party leaders arrive at AICC headquarters in Delhi. Congress Party will release its manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections today.

LS Polls LIVE Updates: Row Over DD's Telecast of 'The Kerala Story'

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Thursday condemned the Doordarshan's decision to telecast "The Kerala Story" and asked the public broadcaster to withdraw from screening the controversial movie, saying it would only "exacerbate communal tensions" ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. He also asked the national broadcaster not to become a "propaganda machine" for the BJP and the RSS.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 News Updates: Rahul, Stalin To Hold Joint Rally

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will headline an INDIA bloc rally in Coimbatore, the prized Lok Sabha seat that is to be contested by BJP heavyweight and the party's state president K Annamalai, on April 12. The DMK, which is the senior partner in the ruling alliance in the state, which also features the Congress and other parties, confirmed the date for the joint rally featuring the two heavyweights.

Lok Sabha Polls 2024 LIVE Updates: Congress Slams Centre's 'Mismanagement' Of Covid Pandemic

The Congress on Friday claimed that the Modi government was "dragged into" providing free COVID-19 vaccinations on the insistence of the opposition and the Supreme Court, and said it is hard to forget the "extent of the mismanagement" that occurred during the pandemic.

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said the BJP has been touting free COVID-19 vaccinations as a big achievement.

Lok Sabha Polls 2024 LIVE Updates: Congress To Release Manifesto Today

Congress Party to release its manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections at AICC headquarters in Delhi today.

Lok Sabha Polls 2024 LIVE Updates: 175 Candidates Filed Nomination Papers On Thursday

A total of 175 candidates have filed their nomination papers from the eight Lok Sabha constituencies in Uttar Pradesh where polling will be held on April 26, a senior election official said here on Thursday. Thursday, which was the last day for filing nominations, saw 94 candidates file their papers. Till Wednesday, 81 nominations had been filed. The highest number of nominations were filed from Ghaziabad at 35 and the lowest from Bulandshahr at 10.