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<p>In a closely contested mayoral election in the Indian city of Chandigarh, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Manoj Sonkar secured victory with 16 votes. He managed to defeat the Congress-AAP alliance candidate Kuldeep Tita, who managed 12 votes. The 39-year-old Sonkar holds education till seventh standard and reportedly runs a liquor business.</p>

<p>However, the Opposition raised allegations of foul play as eight votes were declared invalid.</p>

<p>The illness of the presiding officer for the mayoral election Anil Masih, who reportedly holds allegiance with the BJP, led to the delay in polls which were earlier scheduled for January 18.</p>

<p>AAP has expressed apprehensions regarding the integrity of the election process, citing footage that allegedly depicted Masih making marks on certain ballots. The validity of the ballots may be contested on various grounds. It could include the presence of identifying marks that could potentially unveil the voters' identities, jeopardising the confidentiality of the ballot.</p>

<p>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/who-is-satnam-singh-sandhu-founder-chancellor-of-chandigarh-university-nominated-as-rajya-sabha-mp-685125">Who is Satnam Singh Sandhu? Founder, chancellor of Chandigarh University nominated as Rajya Sabha MP</a></p>

<p>The opposition on Tuesday (Jan 30) held protests against Masih and marshals were called in to restore order. The newly elected mayor will now oversee the elections for the senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor.</p>

<p>Ahead of the upcoming general elections where INDIA alliance is vying to throw the ruling BJP out of power, the polls were an important test for the Opposition bloc. It was also the first-ever alliance between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Allegations of rigged polls&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Congress leader Pawan Bansal accused the rejection of eight ballot papers as "premeditated", stating, "Congress and AAP agents were not given access to the ballot paper."</p>

<p>Basal alleged, "The presiding officer, who I would say is a shallow person, had been given one clear specification that he has to come out only after declaring the BJP candidate as the winner.”</p>

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<p>“We were watching the live (feed). If you notice, the presiding officer immediately vacated the chair and the BJP’s candidate was standing beside him immediately. The BJP members rushed in, took and tore the ballot papers before anyone could even go there and see,” Bansal added.</p>

<p>Chandigarh Congress chief H S Lucky accused the BJP of intentionally choosing a biased presiding officer, stating, "While signing, he marked on eight votes to declare them invalid. This is injustice… Death of democracy. How can they manipulate the elections?"</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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In a closely contested mayoral election in the Indian city of Chandigarh, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Manoj Sonkar secured victory with 16 votes. He managed to defeat the Congress-AAP alliance candidate Kuldeep Tita, who managed 12 votes.

In a closely contested mayoral election in the Indian city of Chandigarh, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Manoj Sonkar secured victory with 16 votes. He managed to defeat the Congress-AAP alliance candidate Kuldeep Tita, who managed 12 votes. The 39-year-old Sonkar holds education till seventh standard and reportedly runs a liquor business. However, the Opposition raised allegations of foul play as eight votes were declared invalid. The illness of the presiding officer for the mayoral election Anil Masih, who reportedly holds allegiance with the BJP, led to the delay in polls which were earlier scheduled for January 18. AAP has expressed apprehensions regarding the integrity of the election process, citing footage that allegedly depicted Masih making marks on certain ballots. The validity of the ballots may be contested on various grounds. It could include the presence of identifying marks that could potentially unveil the voters' identities, jeopardising the confidentiality of the ballot. Also Read | Who is Satnam Singh Sandhu? Founder, chancellor of Chandigarh University nominated as Rajya Sabha MP The opposition on Tuesday (Jan 30) held protests against Masih and marshals were called in to restore order. The newly elected mayor will now oversee the elections for the senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor. Ahead of the upcoming general elections where INDIA alliance is vying to throw the ruling BJP out of power, the polls were an important test for the Opposition bloc. It was also the first-ever alliance between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress. Allegations of rigged polls Congress leader Pawan Bansal accused the rejection of eight ballot papers as "premeditated", stating, "Congress and AAP agents were not given access to the ballot paper." Basal alleged, "The presiding officer, who I would say is a shallow person, had been given one clear specification that he has to come out only after declaring the BJP candidate as the winner.” Watch | Shilpa Shetty, Vivek Oberoi on Indian Police Force and more × “We were watching the live (feed). If you notice, the presiding officer immediately vacated the chair and the BJP’s candidate was standing beside him immediately. The BJP members rushed in, took and tore the ballot papers before anyone could even go there and see,” Bansal added. Chandigarh Congress chief H S Lucky accused the BJP of intentionally choosing a biased presiding officer, stating, "While signing, he marked on eight votes to declare them invalid. This is injustice… Death of democracy. How can they manipulate the elections?" (With inputs from agencies)

Chandigarh Mayor elections: BJP’s Manoj Sonkar wins, oppn demands action against presiding officer

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In an unprecedented move, the Argentina government has withdrawn major spending reforms, even as President Javier Milei tries to push through structural reforms for the economy.

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The ground for the next general elections is ready in Pakistan and so are the candidates. The country will go to polls in two weeks. Pakistan People's Party chairman, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has now challenged PML-N supremo, Nawaz sharif to an open debate. While the Nawaz faction of the Pakistan Muslim league has released its much-anticipated manifesto. Watch to know more!

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Chances are, there will be a rematch between Donald Trump and Joe Biden this November. Trump has won Republican primaries in Iowa and New Hampshire, he is also leading the polls in South Carolina. Although Nikki Haley has not yet pulled out of the race, reports say the Republican party wants to now look beyond primaries and concentrate on the big November contest between Trump and Biden. Over 40% respondents of a recent survey said they believe Trump was coming back to power. Vikram Chandra tells you more.

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