Loksabha Elections

Thomas Issac leads in Pathanamthitta’s three-way race

Engaging with over 150 voters ahead of the Election Commission's polling announcement, it's evident that a triangular showdown awaits in this hilly district. Dominated by Hindus and Christians, with a minority Muslim presence, it's shaping up to be an intriguing political arena.

Sita Soren, Jharkhand political scion, Switches to BJP

Sita's transition from a longstanding member of the JMM to the BJP reflects her discontent within the party and the Soren family.

Former Indian Ambassador Sandhu joins BJP, may contest Amritsar

Having served as India's Ambassador to the US from February 2020 to January 2024, Sandhu brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the BJP's political sphere.

Raj Thackeray meets Amit Shah, may join NDA

In a significant development, Raj Thackeray, accompanied by his son Amit Thackeray, arrived in Delhi late Monday night, sparking rumours about potential political alliances and election strategies.

Jammu and Kashmir boosts security for Parliamentary elections

Official sources informed The New Indian that additional CAPFs will be stationed across the entire Kashmir valley and the adjacent border districts of Rajouri and Poonch in the Jammu region.

Sajjad Lone blames 1987 rigged election for terrorism

In a scathing critique aimed at the National Conference (NC) and Congress, Lone accused Dr. Farooq Abdullah and the Congress government of blatantly tampering with the electoral process to cling to power.

Lok Sabha – 2024: NDA finalizes seat-sharing agreement in Bihar

The BJP, a prominent member of the NDA, will contest 17 out of the total 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar. The party's electoral battleground includes constituencies such as West Champaran, East Champaran, Aurangabad, Madhubani, and others.

PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi clash on ‘Shakti’ remarks

PM Modi, addressing a rally in Telangana's Jagtial, rebuked Gandhi's remarks, asserting, "For me, every mother, daughter, and sister embodies 'Shakti'." He emphasized his reverence towards women, equating them with divine power.

Mayawati faces major setback as Sangeeta Azad joins BJP

In his resignation letter to Mayawati, Pandey expressed frustration over the lack of engagement with party leadership, signaling a prevailing sentiment among BSP MPs. With Azad's potential move to the BJP, four out of ten BSP Lok Sabha MPs have either defected or expressed intentions to do so.

Kerala Muslims seek election date change

MALAPPURAM: In a move that underscores the intersection of religion and politics, several Muslim groups in Kerala, including the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), have approached the Election Commission of India (ECI), seeking a change in the election date. They argue that holding elections on a Friday would cause inconvenience to believers. The groups have […]