The second phase of voting in 88 constituencies of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 witnessed a voter turnout of 60.96% as of 7 pm. PM Modi expresses gratitude to people across India who voted on Friday.
India News Apr 26, 2024, 9:09 PM IST
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: The voter turnout in Kerala's 20 Lok Sabha constituencies has exceeded 60%, with long queues observed at many polling stations. Prominent leaders, candidates, and public figures, including the Chief Minister and the Leader of the Opposition, have exercised their right to vote. In total, 194 candidates are contesting across the constituencies.
Kerala Apr 26, 2024, 6:31 PM IST
A 78-year-old woman battling pneumonia in Bengaluru defied the odds by casting her vote. Despite her critical condition, Ms Kalavathi was transported to the polling booth on a stretcher, accompanied by medical staff. Her determination to participate in the democratic process garnered admiration, showcasing civic responsibility and resilience.
Karnataka Apr 26, 2024, 5:57 PM IST
Tejasvi Surya, BJP candidate in Bengaluru South, faces action for soliciting votes based on religion. A complaint under IPC Section 123(3) was filed over a video showcasing the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Karnataka's CEO confirmed the complaint, casting a shadow over Surya's electoral campaign.
India News Apr 26, 2024, 4:56 PM IST
The Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka witness a 50.93% turnout by 3 PM across 14 constituencies. Heartwarming instances include a 103-year-old cancer survivor and a newlywed couple voting. Challenges include voting boycotts due to alleged infrastructure neglect in some villages. Bengaluru sees robust participation despite heat. Turnout percentages range from 40.10% to 58.76% across constituencies.
Karnataka Apr 26, 2024, 4:01 PM IST
Voting for the Lok Sabha polls in Karnataka saw enthusiastic participation across various constituencies. Candidates like Tejasvi Surya, Mansoor Ali Khan, H.D. Kumaraswamy, Brijesh Chowta, Prajwal Revanna, Shobha Karandlaje, Yadveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wodeyar, Rajeev Gowda, Jayaprakash Hegde, V. Somanna, and Dr. K. Sudhakar exercised their voting rights.
Karnataka Apr 26, 2024, 3:20 PM IST
The second phase of Lok Sabha elections is going on in India today. The voting in Kerala started at 7 am this morning. All the leaders of the various parties registered their votes in their respective booths this morning.
Kerala Apr 26, 2024, 2:47 PM IST
The sway of the saffron party has witnessed a notable surge in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections' second phase. The historical backdrop reveals that out of the 15 elections and one by-election conducted for the Tripura West Lok Sabha seat, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) clinched victory on nine occasions.
India News Apr 26, 2024, 1:52 PM IST
Cricket legends Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble, known for their integrity, stood in line to cast their votes in Karnataka's Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing the importance of democratic participation. Their actions underscored the significance of every vote in shaping the nation's future. With 2.88 crore eligible voters and 14 constituencies at stake, the electoral process has begun in earnest.
CRICKET Apr 26, 2024, 1:21 PM IST
Several Sandalwood celebrities, including members of Dr Rajkumar's family, Ganesh, Amulya, Vinay Rajkumar, Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar, Tara Anuradha, Shweta Srivatsava, Vicky Varun, Chaithra Achar, Chandan Shetty, Master Manjunath, Srimurali, Hema Prabhat, Saptami Gowda, Kavya Shetty, and Nidhi Subbaiah, participated in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, stressing the importance of voting.
Entertainment Apr 26, 2024, 12:52 PM IST
From Sreenivasan to Fahadh Faasil to Tovino Thomas , look out the Malayalam actors who cast the vote in Lok Sabha Elections 2024 in Kerala.
Entertainment Apr 26, 2024, 12:46 PM IST
Karnataka's Lok Sabha elections in 2024 witnessed a promising 22.34% voter turnout within the initial hours, with notable participation in Bengaluru, including centenarian couples exercising their franchise. Actor Daali Dhananjaya and Simple Star Rakshit Shetty also cast their votes, emphasizing civic engagement. However, an alarming incident occurs as a tree uproots near a polling station in Bengaluru.
Karnataka Apr 26, 2024, 12:18 PM IST
Tejasvi Surya, BJP candidate from Bengaluru South, expresses confidence in BJP's prospects, citing surveys predicting Congress to win fewer than 30 seats. Encourages high voter turnout, especially among young voters and BJP supporters. Emphasizes each vote's importance in shaping the nation's future, regardless of challenges.
Karnataka Apr 26, 2024, 11:56 AM IST
The raid, conducted at the residence of Govindappa, resulted in the discovery of multiple bundles of Rs 500 notes. Following the interrogation of the homeowner, the BJP candidate was implicated in the case.
Karnataka Apr 26, 2024, 11:46 AM IST
Hotels in Bengaluru are enticing voters with offers like free meals, snacks, and even beer for those who show their inked fingers after voting in the Lok Sabha elections. Nature Grand Hotel offers a meal including Butter Dosa and Ladoo, while Nisarga Grand Hotel provides complimentary breakfast and snacks. Deck of Brews offers free beer, aiming to encourage voter turnout and celebrate democracy.
Karnataka Apr 26, 2024, 11:35 AM IST