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Citroen signs MoU with CAB-EEZ Infra Tech to supply 2,000 units of e-C3 EVs
Citroen announced it will supply 2,000 units of its electric vehicle, the e-C3, to CAB-EEZ Infra Tech Pvt Ltd, expanding their fleet for urban mobility. The MoU includes the delivery of the first 100 units, adding to the 200 already in service across Mumbai and Pune.
EC announces bypoll dates for 7 states: Check details here
The assembly seats going for bypolls are Rupauli (Bihar), Raiganj, Ranaghat Dakshin, Bagda and Maniktala (all West Bengal), Vikravandi (Tamil Nadu), Amarwara (Madhya Pradesh), Badrinath and Manglaur (Uttarakhand), Jalandhar West (Punjab) and Dehra, Hamirpur and Nalagarh (Himachal Pradesh).
Eat shit polls, a study of impatience: Why nation wants to know before it needs to know
A man proposes to a woman and asks her what she will say two days later. The man tries to know her decision, but the woman's response is not the same. Recent 'eat shit' polls have been criticized for getting it wrong about Election 2024. Possible reasons include the polls' function being less about predicting results and more about the organizations conducting them. Voters may have lied about their voting, fearing that any truthful responses could become public knowledge.
Elections in J&K: EC's latest action shows assembly polls imminent in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir lections: The Election Commission has opened applications for 'common symbols' from unrecognised parties in Jammu and Kashmir, indicating imminent assembly polls. Recognised parties have reserved symbols, while unrecognised parties must apply. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar plans to hold assembly polls soon after the high voter turnout in the recent Lok Sabha elections.
311 out of 369 candidates lose security deposit in MP amid BJP's clean sweep in Lok Sabha polls
The most spectacular victory was registered by BJP's sitting MP from Indore, Shankar Lalwani, who bagged the seat by the potentially highest-ever margin of 11,75,092 votes. Congress did not contest the Indore seat after its candidate Akshay Kanti Bam crossed over to the BJP. All other 13 candidates lost their deposit in Indore. BSP candidate Lakshman Solanki pocketed 51,659 votes and ranked second in Indore, but he lost his deposit.
70% seats won by Congress saw high voter turnout
The Congress' resurgence in Lok Sabha elections is marked by high voter turnout in its winning constituencies. Key victories include Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad and Pradyut Bordoloi in Nagaon, reflecting a trend of strong voter support for the party.
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Election Result 2024: So, how’ll BJP now react to power-sharing?
Indian voters have surprised by delivering a coalition government, signaling a shift from BJP's solitary rule. Despite maintaining its vote share, BJP lost majority due to significant seat losses in key states. The party's losses were offset by gains in Telangana, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. TMC resisted BJP in West Bengal, while in Bihar, JD(U) helped BJP. These results challenge the perception of Modi's invincibility and highlight the importance of state dynamics in elections. The outcome reflects voters' concerns about economic distress and jobless growth.
Delhi Lok Sabha election winners' list: BJP's clean sweep in capital
BJP won all seven Delhi Lok Sabha constituencies, with Praveen Khandelwal defeating Jai Prakash Agarwal in Chandni Chowk and Manoj Tiwari winning in North-East Delhi.
Karnataka Election Result Winner List 2024: BJP-JD(S) or Congress, who is winning and losing in Lok Sabha Elections? Here is full list
Karnataka Election Result Winner List 2024: The nation's most significant electoral event is drawing to a close as the tallying of votes commences across various regions. In the southern region of India, the NDA is in the lead, while the incumbent Congress trails behind at the assembly level. Karnataka, with its 28 seats, holds particular significance for the ruling BJP, being the sole state in the southern part of the country where the saffron party has previously secured power.
UP election results: Big names trailing in Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha elections
Early trends show INDIA bloc leading in the biggest state of India, with Rahul Gandhi ahead in Rae Bareli LS seat. Big names like Modi and Smriti Irani are trailing behind.
Delhi Election Result winner list 2024: Who is winning, BJP or AAP-Congress? Check full list of winners and losers here
Delhi Election Result winner list 2024: As the nationwide electoral process nears its conclusion, the tallying of votes is underway across the country. In the capital city, Delhi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading in all seven Lok Sabha constituencies, as per the latest trends displayed on the Election Commission (EC) website. Counting centers are established at various locations across Delhi.
NOTA gets over 1.7 lakh votes in Indore LS seat, breaks previous record of Gopalganj
In Madhya Pradesh's Indore, NOTA has received over 1.7 lakh votes, breaking the previous record. The Congress appealed to voters to choose 'None of the Above' option in the Lok Sabha polls. This move came after their candidate withdrew and joined BJP. The Supreme Court introduced NOTA on EVMs in 2013.
Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: How will 64 crore votes be counted? Here is the complete process
The counting of votes for the Lok Sabha elections will follow strict guidelines set by the Election Commission. The process will begin with the counting of postal ballot papers, followed by the counting of votes from Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The Control Unit (CU) and Form 17C will be used for EVM vote counting, ensuring the CU's paper seal is intact and votes match Form 17C. Verification of Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips will follow, including mandatory verification from five randomly selected polling stations per constituency.
Election Result 2024: What are EVMs, VVPAT and the controversy related to it?
Ahead of the Lok Sabha election results, the INDIA alliance urges the Election Commission to prioritize the counting of postal ballots over EVM votes. The controversy over EVMs and VVPATs resurfaces with demands for increased cross-verification. VVPAT machines provide visual verification of votes cast, enhancing transparency in elections.
EC rejects Jairam Ramesh's request for 1 week time to back accusations against Amit Shah
The Election Commission of India has rejected Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's request for a one-week extension to support his accusations against Amit Shah. The commission has requested Ramesh to provide factual details about Amit Shah's calls to 150 District Magistrates before vote counting. Ramesh claims these allegations are part of psychological games orchestrated by the outgoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the outgoing Home Minister Amit Shah.
EC apprises SC about tentative schedule for by-election to Maniktala assembly constituency in Bengal
The Election Commission (EC) has submitted a tentative schedule for the Maniktala assembly constituency by the Supreme Court. The EC had refused to hold a bypoll for the seat due to Chaubey's pending election petition. Chaubey had moved an application to the high court seeking withdrawal of his petition challenging the 2021 election. The EC's counsel placed the tentative schedule before a vacation bench of Justices P K Mishra and K V Viswanathan in a sealed cover.
EC revises Punjab voter turnout figure to 62.80 per cent
The Chief Electoral Officer said that as per the data received late on June 1 night, Bathinda has recorded the highest voter turnout of 69.36 per cent.
EC orders repolling in two booths in West Bengal
Election Commission orders repolling at specific booths in Barasat and Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituencies on Sunday. Repolling scheduled from 7 am to 6 pm on Monday at Kadambagachi Saradar Para FP School and Aaddir Mahal Srichaitanya Bidyapith. BJP seeks repoll at Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha seat.
EC asks Jairam Ramesh to give 'factual' info over allegation of Amit Shah calling 150 officials before vote count
The Election Commission has asked Congress leader Jairam Ramesh to provide factual information regarding his claim that Home Minister Amit Shah called 150 District Magistrates before vote counting in the Lok Sabha elections. Ramesh must respond by June 2. The EC emphasized the importance of maintaining trust in the vote-counting process.
Sikkim CM P S Tamang wins Rhenock assembly seat
The Chief Minister of Sikkim and leader of the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM), P S Tamang, secured victory in the Rhenock assembly seat by defeating Som Nath Poudyal of the Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) by a margin of 7,044 votes, confirmed an Election Commission official on Sunday.
EC, have a look at electoral roll glitches
The 2024 general elections saw 'roll falls', with allegations of voter names being deleted, incorrectly listed, appearing in unassigned booths, and deceased names appearing on rolls. The Electoral Commission (EC) has been working on addressing these issues, but the challenges include compiling an electoral roll, managing voter migration, and the lack of participation from political parties.
Lok Sabha polls: Haryana records 55.93 pc turnout till 5 pm
Haryana recorded a 55.93% voter turnout in the Lok Sabha elections for its 10 seats. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini contested in the Karnal assembly seat bypoll. BJP won all 10 seats in 2019.
Brinda Karat slams EC after battery issue briefly halts voting at her polling booth
CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat faced delays in voting due to EVM battery issues at a polling station in New Delhi. She expressed concerns over the Election Commission's arrangements as she waited for almost an hour to cast her ballot. The voting process was affected by the battery drain issue at the polling station, impacting first-time voters.
Ex-PM Manmohan Singh avails EC's home voting facility: Sources
Former prime minister Manmohan Singh, 91, cast his vote through postal ballot in Delhi for the Lok Sabha elections. He voted at his residence due to ill health.
8,360 candidates in fray in 2024 LS polls, highest since 1996
A total of 8,360 candidates are contesting the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, the highest since 1996. The number of candidates per constituency has increased from 4.67 in 1952 to 15.39 in 2024, marking a significant rise from previous elections. The first Lok Sabha elections in 1952 had 1,874 candidates, while the 2014 elections saw 8,251 candidates participating.
EC show-cause to BJP's Abhijit Gangopadhyay for 'improper, undignified' remarks against Mamata
The Election Commission has issued a show-cause notice to former high court judge and BJP Lok Sabha candidate Abhijit Gangopadhyay for his "improper, injudicious and undignified" remarks against Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The notice was based on a complaint by the Trinamool Congress. Gangopadhyay is running for West Bengal's Tamluk seat.
Nearly 67 per cent voter turnout in first four phases of Lok Sabha elections: EC
A total of 379 seats across 23 states and Union Territories have voted in the first four phases of elections. A high voter turnout, Rajiv Kumar felt, would be a message from Indian voters to the world about the strength of Indian democracy. He urged voters to cast their ballot in huge numbers, as voting day is not a holiday but a day of pride to participate in the festival of democracy.
BJP petitions EC against Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Army
The BJP has urged the Election Commission to take strict action against Rahul Gandhi for his remarks accusing the Modi government of creating two categories of soldiers based on family backgrounds. Senior BJP leaders, including S Jaishankar and Arjun Ram Meghwal, lodged a complaint with the EC, calling Gandhi's comments an attack on the armed forces and a matter of national security. They demanded that Gandhi retract his comments and warned against politicizing issues related to the military. Jaishankar criticized Gandhi for previous remarks against the armed forces, emphasizing the need to respect and support them.
2024 Lok Sabha polls more tech-driven than 2019 elections: Delhi poll panel chief
Delhi's 2024 Lok Sabha polls emphasize technology, with mobile app reliance noted by CEO P Krishnamurthy. Election Commission app ensures transparent data flow, aiding in seizure notifications. Online voter registration reduces physical visits while CVigil app manages complaints and ESMS handles election expenditure.
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