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Karnataka | Third-gender voter turnout less than 22% in the 14 constituencies that went to polls on April 26

The number of other gender electors in Karnataka has seen a 3.85% rise in this Lok Sabha election — from 4,826 in 2019 to 5,012 in 2024. While 3,067 electors from this group were eligible to vote in the 14 constituencies that went to the polls on April 26, the…

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‘Need to reclaim Constitution’: The Karnataka civil society groups safeguarding democracy

When news channels spewed venom, civil society groups in Karnataka got them censured. When the prime minister made incendiary remarks, they approached the Election Commission. In one election after another, civil society activists have tried to restore voters’ faith in the Constitution and fair electoral practices.

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Election Commission has banned Aam Aadmi Party's Lok Sabha campaign song, alleges Aatishi

Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi on Sunday alleged that the Election Commission has banned the party's campaign song, 'Jail ka jawab vote se' stating that it showed the ruling party and agencies in a very poor light. Read further on Dynamite News:

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EC directs repolling on one booth in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar on April 29

The Election Commission has directed to conduct repoll in one polling station in the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency in Karnataka on April 29. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Opposition leader Satheesan demands comprehensive probe by independent agency into ‘unprecedented bad organisation of election’ in Kerala

Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan has demanded a comprehensive probe by an independent agency into what he alleged was an unprecedented bad organisation of the Lok Sabha polls in Kerala

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Modi’s anti-Muslim rhetoric is out of ‘desperation’, says Siddaramaiah

Siddaramaiah criticizes Modi's anti-Muslim speeches, accuses him of desperation, and claims Congress will win Lok Sabha seats in Karnataka.

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Polling in Hassan LS consitiuency goes smoothly

Hassan Lok Sabha constituency witnesses peaceful polling with long queues despite hot weather, voters prioritize national interests.

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On plea for fresh elections in places where NOTA emerges winner, SC seeks EC reply

Supreme Court seeks Election Commission response on plea for fresh elections in constituencies where NOTA wins majority votes.

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BJP candidate K. Sudhakar booked after election officials seize ₹4.8 crore cash in Chikkaballapura constituency in Karnataka

A case was registered against BJP candidate K. Sudhakar for alleged bribery and undue influence on electorate and cash amounting to ₹4.8 crores was also seized, the Election Commission said on April 26.

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Indian Voters Brave Sweltering Heat To Cast Ballots

Indian voters face challenges due to a heat wave during the country's largest election. Despite high temperatures, voters like Gandhi Ray are determined to...

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BJP files complaint to ECI against Congress for alleged malicious, false, unverified ads

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) delegation complained to the Election Commission for alleged malicious, false, unverified and defamatory advertisements by the Congress party in all notable newspapers. Read further on Dynamite News:

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How BJP ‘won’ in Surat: Unravelling 24 hours of peculiarities

In Gujarat’s Surat, polling for the general elections takes place on May 7. But weeks before, a BJP candidate was declared the unopposed winner from the Lok Sabha constituency.

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Lok Sabha polls: EC books 23 cases of hate speech

In the run-up to the April 26 Lok Sabha polls in Karnataka, the Election Commission has booked 23 cases of hate speech, 28 cases of inducements, 15 related to misuse of religious places, and 15 cases pertaining to use of children in campaigns.

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As campaigning ends in Karnataka’s 14 constituencies, EC makes plans to ensure increased voter turnout amid mounting heat

With campaigning in the 14 constituencies that go to polls on April 26 ending on Wednesday, the Election Commission has made elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of polls. A total of 2.88 crore electors are eligible to vote in the 14 constituencies.

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Bengaluru Rural and Mysuru to take up 100% webcasting

To ensure there is no room for poll-related malpractices, the Election Commission will take up webcasting of the Lok Sabha elections in all polling booths of Bengaluru Rural and Mysuru Parliamentary constituencies on April 26.

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EVM-VVPAT case | SC says EVM microcontrollers are ‘agnostic’, do not recognise parties or candidates, only buttons

EVM-VVPAT case: Supreme Court questions Election Commission on EVMs, including reprogrammable microcontrollers, ahead of Lok Sabha elections.

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‘Ugly speech’ but not a surprise: Modi accused of anti-Muslim rhetoric on campaign trail

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s campaign speech over the weekend calling the country’s Muslims “infiltrators” has sparked an outcry ahead of the second phase of the multiphase vote. But while Irfan Nooruddin from Georgetown University concedes it was incendiary, he notes that it comes as no surprise.

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Congress seeks action against Shailaja

Kozhikode Congress president calls for criminal action against LDF candidate for false complaint against rival.

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BJP demands suspension of Chief Secretary Rajneesh Goel for allowing protest on Vidhana Soudha premises

The Opposition BJP has petitioned the Election Commission seeking the suspension of Karnataka Chief Secretary Rajneesh Goel for “allowing the premises of Vidhana Soudha, the state secretariat, to be used for political purposes by the ruling Congress against the spirit of the model code of conduct during the Lok Sabha…

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It is the BJP that is selling ‘ornaments’ of Bharat Mata to private entities, says H.K. Patil

H.K. Patil criticizes BJP government for selling Bharat Mata's assets to private entities, vows Congress will reclaim them.

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Lok Sabha polls | Pinarayi Vijayan says both BJP and Congress are ‘anti-Kerala’

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan says both BJP and Congress are ‘anti-Kerala’

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ECI organizes mega voter awareness program in Srinagar under SVEEP

The Election Commission of India (ECI) organized a mega voter awareness program under SVEEP (Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation) at Tulip Garden in Srinagar. Read further on Dynamite News:

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In apparent rethink, PM Modi plays down ‘400-plus’ slogan

Analysis of PM Modi's campaign shift from development to fear tactics in Uttar Pradesh elections raises questions.

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