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Mumbai, May 26: In an exclusive discussion, Tushar Kapoor reflected on India’s evolving relationship with politics and the role digital platforms have played in fostering greater public...
The second phase of West Bengal's high-stakes assembly polls kicked off vibrantly on April 29, with 142 constituencies in seven districts seeing brisk voting from morning hours. Ministers, lawmakers,...
Despite soaring temperatures, polling stations in Punjab witnessed enthusiastic participation as citizens lined up to elect their municipal representatives. Reports from Pathankot, Amritsar, and...
Polling began at 7 AM across four municipal corporations in Himachal Pradesh, drawing large crowds eager to participate in local governance. Residents of Solan, Mandi, Dharamshala, and Palampur...
West Bengal's election machinery proved its mettle as repolling at 15 sensitive booths in South 24 Parganas wrapped up without incident on Saturday. Starting sharp at 7 AM under heavy central...
In a display of orderly democracy, West Bengal's election machinery executed repolling without a hitch on 15 booths in South 24 Parganas. The exercise, targeting irregularities from the April 29...
Vibrant participation defines the second phase of West Bengal's 2026 polls, covering 142 seats. Polling stations across the state witnessed eager crowds from early morning, underscoring the...
The second round of West Bengal's 2026 Assembly elections unfolded with remarkable energy on April 29, as prominent leaders urged maximum voter participation. TMC firebrand Mahua Moitra led by...
The second phase of West Bengal's fiercely contested Assembly elections commenced on 142 seats, with polling stations buzzing since 7 AM. Voter turnout promises to surpass previous benchmarks, fueled...
Amid bustling polling stations in Gujarat, a fresh controversy has ignited over 'bulldozer' comments made by Congress MLA Imran Khedawala. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi hit back hard on...
The curtains fell on Baramati's crucial by-election with Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar, NCP president, showering praise on the constituency's residents for their robust participation. Held after the...
An electrifying wave of voter enthusiasm swept West Bengal's first phase and Tamil Nadu's assembly polls, with turnout figures smashing expectations. By evening, Bengal recorded a staggering 89.93%,...
India's democratic pulse is beating strong with exceptional voter turnout in West Bengal's first phase assembly polls, reaching 78.77% by 3 PM Thursday—the highest so far. Tamil Nadu isn't far behind...
As the sun rose on Thursday, West Bengal's first phase polling witnessed a robust 41.11% turnout by 11 AM, compared to Tamil Nadu's steady 37.56%, according to Election Commission data. This strong...
In a display of proactive election management, West Bengal's CEO is glued to screens at Kolkata's Integrated Command and Control Center, monitoring webcasts and media feeds from polling stations...
The first phase of West Bengal's high-stakes Assembly elections unfolded Thursday morning, drawing massive crowds to 152 seats across 16 diverse districts. From the misty hills of Darjeeling to the...
The air is charged with democratic fervor as polling stations open in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, launching assembly elections in these key southern and eastern states. Tamil Nadu's 234 seats are all...
The first phase of West Bengal assembly polls is underway since 7 AM on Thursday, engaging 152 constituencies in 16 districts from the northern hills to southern plains. Polling stations across the...
Voter fervor gripped Assam as assembly polls recorded a staggering 75.91% participation by 3 PM, dwarfing Kerala's 62.71% and Puducherry's 72.40%, Election Commission figures reveal. Elections...
In a boost to the ongoing Assam Legislative Assembly elections, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday predicted a massive voter surge driven by the people's commitment to the state's...
The air buzzes with electoral fervor in Puducherry as queues form across 1,099 booths for the 30-member legislative assembly polls. From 7 AM to 6 PM, citizens exercise their franchise in this...
Thursday marked a historic surge in voter enthusiasm during Assam's assembly elections, with polling stations overwhelmed by crowds, especially women and young first-timers. From Dispur to distant...
Chennai's election buzz intensifies as the Election Commission cracks down on voter absenteeism in private workplaces. In a landmark order, all factories and firms in Tamil Nadu must offer paid leave...
Jharkhand's municipal elections pulsed with energy on Monday, registering 61.83% turnout by evening in 48 urban bodies. Saraikela-Kharsawan’s Saraikela Nagar Panchayat stole the show at 75.35%,...
In a potential game-changer for Assam's electoral landscape, the Election Commission of India indicated Wednesday that the state assembly elections may unfold in just one phase. This approach...
The stage is set for a transformative BMC election, but a tepid voter response has sparked concern among leaders. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis led the charge today, imploring Mumbaikars to flock...
Bihar's electoral landscape is buzzing with activity as the first phase of the 2025 Assembly elections saw an unprecedented voter turnout. In 121 out of the state's 243 constituencies, citizens...
Bihar's political landscape is buzzing following an unprecedented 64.46% voter turnout in the first phase of the state assembly elections. This remarkable surge, significantly higher than the 55.68%...
During a press conference focused on the SIR policy, Rahul Gandhi expressed skepticism regarding the BJP's consistent ability to avoid the effects of anti-incumbency, a phenomenon that typically...
In a surprising twist to Nepal's democratic exercise, Thursday's parliamentary elections concluded peacefully but with voter turnout projected at a meager 60 percent—the lowest since 1991. Acting...
Nepal's crucial parliamentary elections unfolded peacefully on Thursday, boasting a voter turnout of approximately 24%—over 4 million ballots—by 1 PM. The Election Commission highlighted the orderly...
New York City witnessed an unprecedented surge in voter participation for its mayoral election, with nearly 1.75 million ballots cast by 6 pm. This historic turnout marks the highest engagement in a...
New York City is witnessing significant voter engagement in its mayoral election, with approximately 735,000 ballots already cast. Early voting numbers indicate a strong turnout, particularly among...
New York City's mayoral election is heating up, with Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani establishing a strong lead over his rivals. Approximately 735,000 votes have been cast, indicating a...