The Congress party on Monday announced its sixth list of candidates, who are going to contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The list has names of five candidates, 4 from Rajasthan and 1 from Tamil Nadu.

India Election 2024: Congress releases sixth list of candidates for Lok Sabha polls

Bihar is gearing up for a seven-phase election to its 40 Lok Sabha seats. The voting will commence with four seats in the first phase, followed by five seats each in phases 2 to 5. Phases 6 and 7 will witness elections for eight seats each. Watch in for more details!

India Election 2024: Battle for Bihar's 40 Lok Sabha seats

The Congress on Saturday released its fourth list of 45 candidates for the Lok Sabha election, fielding its Uttar Pradesh unit chief Ajay Rai from Varanasi to take on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India Election 2024: Congress releases fourth list of candidates for Lok Sabha polls

Punjab has 5,004 voters aged between 100 and 119 years and 205 voters who are more than 120 years old, state chief electoral officer Sibin C said. Watch in for more details!

India Election 2024: Punjab boasts over 5000 voters over 100 years of age

<p>The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday (Mar 19) notified all those who can vote in the upcoming Lok Sabha election and four state assembly polls using postal ballots.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The election commission noted that media persons covering "polling day activities" carrying authorisation letters from the Election Commission and all those involved in essential services such as metros, railways and health care, can vote using postal ballots.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The election-conducting body shared its notification with all state chief electoral officers regarding the categories of "absentee voters on essential service".&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-to-release-third-lok-sabha-candidate-list-meeting-held-by-sonia-gandhi-kharge-702046">Congress to release third Lok Sabha candidate list? Meeting held by Sonia Gandhi, Kharge</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The government body said that while postal ballots were used during assembly elections by journalists and individuals working in critical services, the opportunity has now been extended to Lok Sabha elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The election commission said that "media persons to whom authorisation letters have been issued with the approval of the commission to cover polling day activities" are among the various categories identified for the use of postal ballots.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>How to get the form?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The election body said that people can get Form 12D from the office of the district election officer for their parliamentary seat, where they are registered as voters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They can also obtain the form from the website of the appropriate chief electoral officer.&nbsp;</p>

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday (Mar 19) notified all those who can vote in the upcoming Lok Sabha election and four state assembly polls using postal ballots.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday (Mar 19) notified all those who can vote in the upcoming Lok Sabha election and four state assembly polls using postal ballots. The election commission noted that media persons covering "polling day activities" carrying authorisation letters from the Election Commission and all those involved in essential services such as metros, railways and health care, can vote using postal ballots. The election-conducting body shared its notification with all state chief electoral officers regarding the categories of "absentee voters on essential service". Also read: Congress to release third Lok Sabha candidate list? Meeting held by Sonia Gandhi, Kharge The government body said that while postal ballots were used during assembly elections by journalists and individuals working in critical services, the opportunity has now been extended to Lok Sabha elections. The election commission said that "media persons to whom authorisation letters have been issued with the approval of the commission to cover polling day activities" are among the various categories identified for the use of postal ballots. Lok Sabha Elections: Election Commission of India (ECI) notifies the category of electors mentioned therein for the purposes of facility of voting through postal ballot as absentee voters on essential services; allows voting by postal ballot for authorised media persons on… pic.twitter.com/Urjh2UV8kD — ANI (@ANI) March 19, 2024 × Watch: Former CM Sadananda Gowda may quit BJP, says 'BJP not a party with a difference' × Also read: MLA Sita Soren, sister-in-law of ex-Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, joins BJP How to get the form? The election body said that people can get Form 12D from the office of the district election officer for their parliamentary seat, where they are registered as voters. They can also obtain the form from the website of the appropriate chief electoral officer. (With inputs from agencies)

Lok Sabha Election: Those in essential services, journalists can vote via postal ballots, says poll body

The NDA announced the coalition’s seat-sharing arrangement in the electorally crucial state of Bihar, whose 40 seats will go to the polls beginning April 19. Watch in for more details!

India Election 2024: NDA vs Grand Alliance in Bihar, a return of 2019?

The Congress Working Committee, the party's top decision-making body, held a meeting on Tuesday to discuss and approve the party's manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections.

India Election 2024: Congress working committee meets to approve manifesto

WION Poll: Will PM Modi's over Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark hurt Congress in upcoming polls?

India Election 2024: Congress meeting to discuss party's manifesto

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday issued a clarification after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attack on him over his ‘Shakti’ remark. Watch in for more election update.

India Elections 2024: Rahul Gandhi clarifies after 'Shakti' row explodes

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lashed out at the Opposition I.N.D.I.A. bloc, saying that the fight in 2024 is between those who want to destroy 'Shakti' and those who worship them. The comments of PM Modi came hours after Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's "we are fighting against a Shakti" remark at a political rally in Mumbai. Watch in for more details!

India Election 2024: PM Modi hits back at Rahul Gandhi's 'Shakti' remark

India Election 2024: PM Modi takes on Rahul Gandhi over 'Shakti' comment

India Election 2024: PM Modi fires back at Rahul Gandhi over 'Shakti' remark

<p>The Election Commission of India (ECI) released the dates for the elections to the state assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim, in addition to the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. Voting for the state assemblies will also commence on April 19, with Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim scheduled for the first phase of polling.</p>

<p>The four states will participate in the Lok Sabha elections 2024, which will occur across seven phases. The counting and results of the state Assembly elections 2024 will coincide with those of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 on June 4.</p>

<h2><strong>Assembly Elections 2024: Dates, phases, and voting specifics</strong></h2>

<p>CEC Rajiv Kumar disclosed the specifics of the Assembly Elections 2024 in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. The Assembly Elections will kick off with the northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim casting their votes in&nbsp;the initial phase on April 19.</p>

<p>In both states, the deadline for filing nominations is March 27, with March 28 designated for nomination scrutiny. The last opportunity for withdrawal of candidature in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim is March 30. Polling is slated for April 19, with results expected on June 4.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-election-2024-date-announced-check-full-schedule-voting-and-result-of-india-general-elections-700677">Also read |&nbsp;Lok Sabha Election 2024: Voting from April 19 in seven phases: Check full schedule here</a></p>

<p>Andhra Pradesh's 175 Assembly constituencies will participate in the fourth phase of the 2024 general elections. The nomination filing deadline in Andhra Pradesh is April 25, with nomination scrutiny scheduled for April 26. The final date for withdrawal of candidature is April 29, and voters in Andhra Pradesh will cast their votes on May 13.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;India Lok Sabha Elections: Chief Election Commissioner warns against spread of fake news</strong></p>

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<p>In Odisha, the state Assembly elections will occur in four phases, commencing on May 13, followed by May 20, May 25, and concluding on June 1. For the initial phase, nominations can be submitted until April 25, with a deadline for withdrawal of candidature set for April 29. In the second phase, the nomination filing dates are May 3 and May 6, while for the third phase, they are May 6 and May 9. For the final phase, candidates can file nominations until May 14, with the withdrawal deadline of&nbsp;May 17.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Election Commission of India (ECI) released the dates for the elections to the state assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim, in addition to the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) released the dates for the elections to the state assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim, in addition to the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. Voting for the state assemblies will also commence on April 19, with Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim scheduled for the first phase of polling. The four states will participate in the Lok Sabha elections 2024, which will occur across seven phases. The counting and results of the state Assembly elections 2024 will coincide with those of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 on June 4. Assembly Elections 2024: Dates, phases, and voting specifics CEC Rajiv Kumar disclosed the specifics of the Assembly Elections 2024 in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim. The Assembly Elections will kick off with the northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim casting their votes in the initial phase on April 19. In both states, the deadline for filing nominations is March 27, with March 28 designated for nomination scrutiny. The last opportunity for withdrawal of candidature in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim is March 30. Polling is slated for April 19, with results expected on June 4. Also read | Lok Sabha Election 2024: Voting from April 19 in seven phases: Check full schedule here Andhra Pradesh's 175 Assembly constituencies will participate in the fourth phase of the 2024 general elections. The nomination filing deadline in Andhra Pradesh is April 25, with nomination scrutiny scheduled for April 26. The final date for withdrawal of candidature is April 29, and voters in Andhra Pradesh will cast their votes on May 13. Also watch | India Lok Sabha Elections: Chief Election Commissioner warns against spread of fake news In Odisha, the state Assembly elections will occur in four phases, commencing on May 13, followed by May 20, May 25, and concluding on June 1. For the initial phase, nominations can be submitted until April 25, with a deadline for withdrawal of candidature set for April 29. In the second phase, the nomination filing dates are May 3 and May 6, while for the third phase, they are May 6 and May 9. For the final phase, candidates can file nominations until May 14, with the withdrawal deadline of May 17. (With inputs from agencies)

Assembly Elections 2024: Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim set for polls starting Apr 19

WION brings you an opinion poll from the India's swing states. This poll has been done by Zee News mattress. Watch in.

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra resumed from Palghar, Maharashtra today. Notably, Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra rolled out from Manipur’s Thoubal on January 14. It aims to cover 6,700 km through 15 states, with Lok Sabha polls around the corner.

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The ruling Bhartiya Janata Party has released its second list of candidates for the upcoming General Elections. The second list features names of 72 candidates from nine states and two union territories including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Delhi. Watch in for more election updates!

India Elections 2024: BJP releases second list of 72 candidates

The BJP accounted for more than half of the expenditure incurred by 10 political parties in Uttar Pradesh in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, according to a report released by the Association for Democratic Reforms.

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The Government of India notified the rules of the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019. The notification has triggered a fresh row over secularism and appeasement in India. Watch in for more details!

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<p>BJP's Nayab Singh Saini, 54, was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Haryana at a hurriedly-arranged ceremony in Chandigarh Tuesday evening, just hours after&nbsp;Manohar Lal Khattar, and the entire cabinet submitted their resignation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Saini is seen as a confidante of the 69-year-old ML Khattar.</p>

<p>Earlier, Saini was elected as the BJP legislature party leader in Haryana setting the stage for him to take on the chief minister's responsibilities, succeeding Khattar, who submitted his resignation to Governor Bandaru Dattatreya.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-elections-haryana-cm-ml-khattar-resigns-as-bjp-jjp-head-for-a-split-699229">India Elections 2024: Haryana CM ML Khattar resigns</a></p>

<p>Biplab Deb, BJP Haryana-in-charge, extended congratulations to Nayab Singh Saini in a post on X, expressing confidence that Saini would continue the developmental initiatives in Haryana initiated under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's guidance and Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar's leadership.</p>

<p>Manohar Lal Khattar resigned amid apparent fissures in the BJP-Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) ruling coalition. He submitted his resignation to Governor Bandaru Dattatreya ahead of the BJP's legislature party meeting.</p>

<p>A central BJP team, led by Union Minister Arjun Munda and former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, oversaw the changes in the state.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lok-sabha-elections-2024-bjp-finalises-andhra-seat-pact-with-chandrababu-naidu-pawan-kalyans-parties-699126">India Elections 2024: BJP finalises Andhra seat pact with Chandrababu and Pawan Kalyan's parties</a></p>

<p>The relationship between BJP and JJP deteriorated due to the failure to reach a seat-sharing agreement for the Lok Sabha polls. Despite JJP snapping ties, the BJP claims to have the majority with 41 MLAs in the 90-member House, along with the support of six independents.</p>

<p>The opposition Congress holds 30 MLAs, while the Indian National Lok Dal and the Haryana Lokhit Party each have one seat.</p>

<h2>Who is Nayab Singh Saini?</h2>

<p>Nayab Singh Saini, a Lok Sabha MP from the Kurukshetra constituency hails from the OBC community, and had assumed the role of Haryana BJP state president in October last year.</p>

<p>His journey in the BJP began in 1996, progressing through various roles within the party's organisational framework.</p>

<p>Due to his unwavering commitment to the party, he assumed several prominent roles, such as serving as the state general secretary of the BJP Kisan Morcha in Haryana in 2009 and holding the position of district president of Ambala BJP in 2012.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/opposition-calls-for-state-wide-shutdown-in-indias-assam-against-citizenship-act-699173">Opposition calls for state-wide shutdown in India’s Assam against Citizenship Amendment Act</a></p>

<p>His political trajectory reached new heights when he secured victory as a Member of the Legislative Assembly from the Narayangarh constituency in 2014. Subsequently, in 2016, he was appointed as a minister in the Haryana government, marking a pivotal moment in his political career.</p>

<p>Known as a confidante of Manohar Lal Khattar, Saini's elevation to the post of Haryana BJP chief and the chief minister now appears to be influenced by electoral and caste considerations, given his significant support in Haryana's various districts.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


BJP's Nayab Singh Saini, 54, was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Haryana at a hurriedly-arranged ceremony in Chandigarh Tuesday evening, just hours after Manohar Lal Khattar, and the entire cabinet submitted their resignation.

BJP's Nayab Singh Saini, 54, was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Haryana at a hurriedly-arranged ceremony in Chandigarh Tuesday evening, just hours after Manohar Lal Khattar, and the entire cabinet submitted their resignation. Saini is seen as a confidante of the 69-year-old ML Khattar. Earlier, Saini was elected as the BJP legislature party leader in Haryana setting the stage for him to take on the chief minister's responsibilities, succeeding Khattar, who submitted his resignation to Governor Bandaru Dattatreya. Also read: India Elections 2024: Haryana CM ML Khattar resigns Biplab Deb, BJP Haryana-in-charge, extended congratulations to Nayab Singh Saini in a post on X, expressing confidence that Saini would continue the developmental initiatives in Haryana initiated under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's guidance and Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar's leadership. Manohar Lal Khattar resigned amid apparent fissures in the BJP-Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) ruling coalition. He submitted his resignation to Governor Bandaru Dattatreya ahead of the BJP's legislature party meeting. A central BJP team, led by Union Minister Arjun Munda and former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb, oversaw the changes in the state. Also Read: India Elections 2024: BJP finalises Andhra seat pact with Chandrababu and Pawan Kalyan's parties The relationship between BJP and JJP deteriorated due to the failure to reach a seat-sharing agreement for the Lok Sabha polls. Despite JJP snapping ties, the BJP claims to have the majority with 41 MLAs in the 90-member House, along with the support of six independents. The opposition Congress holds 30 MLAs, while the Indian National Lok Dal and the Haryana Lokhit Party each have one seat. Who is Nayab Singh Saini? Nayab Singh Saini, a Lok Sabha MP from the Kurukshetra constituency hails from the OBC community, and had assumed the role of Haryana BJP state president in October last year. His journey in the BJP began in 1996, progressing through various roles within the party's organisational framework. Due to his unwavering commitment to the party, he assumed several prominent roles, such as serving as the state general secretary of the BJP Kisan Morcha in Haryana in 2009 and holding the position of district president of Ambala BJP in 2012. Also read: Opposition calls for state-wide shutdown in India’s Assam against Citizenship Amendment Act His political trajectory reached new heights when he secured victory as a Member of the Legislative Assembly from the Narayangarh constituency in 2014. Subsequently, in 2016, he was appointed as a minister in the Haryana government, marking a pivotal moment in his political career. Known as a confidante of Manohar Lal Khattar, Saini's elevation to the post of Haryana BJP chief and the chief minister now appears to be influenced by electoral and caste considerations, given his significant support in Haryana's various districts. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana’s new chief minister?

Assam gears up for PM Modi's two-day visit, includes inauguration of infrastructure and heritage projects totaling Rs 18,000 crore. Watch in for more updates on India's Lok Sabha Election 2024.

India Election 2024: Assam gears up for PM Modi's visit