Awaiting June 4: What voter turnout across phases suggests

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on May 28, 2024

In the initial phases of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, low voter turnout raised concerns for both the Election Commission and political parties. Delayed data updates sparked opposition backlash, with experts divided on whether it disadvantages the BJP or Congress. Voter engagement shifts in key constituencies like Amethi...

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Lok Sabha

Lower house of the Parliament of India

Lok Sabha gears up for first Speaker election fight since 1976: Key points

Failing to reach a consensus over the Speaker candidate for the 18th Lok Sabha, the opposition INDIA bloc has fielded K Suresh against BJP-led NDA's pick, Om..

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Lok Sabha Speaker Election: Know why 7 MPs including Shashi Tharoor and Shatrughan Sinha might not be able to vote

The contest will witness the BJP's Om Birla, a three-time MP from Kota in Rajasthan, up against the Congress' Kodikunnil Suresh, an eight-term parliamentarian..

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In his first constitutional post, Rahul to be Lok Sabha leader of opposition

Rahul Gandhi's leadership as the head of an assertive opposition, challenging the BJP and regional parties, signifies a strategic shift in Indian politics. With..

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NDA sticks with Birla, Congress picks Suresh for 4th-ever Speaker contest

In the upcoming Lok Sabha Speaker election, the contest between K Suresh and Om Birla intensifies, with support from BJP leaders. The opposition's demand for the..

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After campaign dare by rival, MP takes Lok Sabha oath in English

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Election commission

Body which oversees elections

Gaurav Gogoi asks EC to release data on EVMs found faulty in LS polls

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi urged the Election Commission to disclose data on faulty EVMs used during the Lok Sabha elections, citing concerns over accuracy..

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Activists launch campaign against India's Election Commission after Muslim voters targeted 02:11

Credit: FRANCE 24 English - Published on May 20, 2024

Omar Abdullah's Nomination, Heatwave in Lok Sabha Elections, PM Modi's Jibe & More | Oneindia News 10:37

Credit: Oneindia - Published on May 2, 2024

LS Polls 2024: Former Telangana CM KCR barred from campaigning for 48 hours | Oneindia 02:17

Credit: Oneindia - Published on May 1, 2024

Bharatiya Janata Party

Indian political party

Congress held both Speaker, deputy post in Nehru & Indira era: BJP

Rahul Gandhi challenges deputy speaker convention, questioning Nehru era practices and specific party involvements.

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United States Congress

Legislative branch of U.S. government

Congress may seek vote division only if TMC offers support

Challenging Om Birla for the Speaker post, I stood firm on the opposition's demand for the deputy Speaker role. Despite government overtures, Congress rebuffed..

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Congress still driven by mindset that imposed Emergency: PM Modi

Amit Shah highlighted Rahul Gandhi's family legacy in Emergency, while BJP focused on countering Congress's allegations with the significance of..

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Congress showing 'old mentality' of 'dictating terms': NDA on opposition's fight for Speaker post

The parliamentary proceedings witnessed tensions as NDA criticized Congress's nominee for Lok Sabha Speaker, leading to a contentious election. Union ministers..

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Government vs Opposition On Speaker, First Contest In Decades |Who has Advantage? Numbers Explained 06:30

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