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Congress, BJP try to outscore each other over Baghel’s ‘Candy Crush’ photo

BJP claims Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel was playing Candy Crush at Congress meeting. Baghel hits back saying he'll continue to play traditional games and Candy Crush. BJP leaders accuse him of playing "scam games" and post his highest score on the game. CM says playing Candy Crush is not a…

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Madhya Pradesh Assembly election | Former BJP MP disappointed after party fails to give ticket to son

After the announcement of the date for the Assembly election in Madhya Pradesh, a rebellion is brewing in the party with some leaders unhappy with ticket distribution. A former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP) Lakshmi Narayan Yadav has expressed his displeasure after the party failed to give…

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Odisha CM starts disbursing funds under ‘Ama Odisha Nabin Odisha’ scheme

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik has begun disbursing funds for panchayat development under the 'Ama Odisha Nabin Odisha' scheme. The State govt. has approved ₹148.50 crore for 297 gram panchayats in Keonjhar district and ₹109 crore for 218 gram panchayats in Bhadrak district. 90,723 projects will be taken up using the…

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Mizoram Assembly polls: ZPM announces Shanti Jiban Chakma as its candidate in Tuichawng

The opposition Zoram People’s Movement in Mizoram announced Shanti Jiban Chakma as its candidate in the Tuichawng seat

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Election legislation roundup: New York State Assembly

As of Oct. 8, Ballotpedia has tracked 195 election-related bills in the New York State Assembly since the beginning of the year. Of the 195, Ballotpedia tracked two from Oct. 2-8. Democrats sponsored one, while Republicans sponsored the other. The two bills are below:

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Resentment among BJP workers over Vijay Bainsla’s candidature in Deoli-Uniara

BJP fields Gujjar leader Vijay Bainsla in Tonk district's Deoli-Uniara constituency, protests emerge against him as "parachute candidate"

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Inexperience and poor handling cause fire accidents in crackers units, says Minister

Firecracker units in Tamil Nadu have seen an increase in accidents due to inexperienced workers, increased production and poor handling of finished products. The State has 1,482 units, 1,085 of which are in Virudhunagar district. The Chief Secretary and Collectors are monitoring safety measures, and the DMK govt. increased the…

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T.N. Assembly adopts Bill to reintroduce Samadhan Scheme

TN Govt reintroduces Samadhan Scheme to settle pending dues of ₹28,000 cr under VAT & other Acts. Bill adopted by Assembly to provide opportunity to settle arrears of tax, penalty & interest up to 2017-18. Two more Bills adopted to amend TN GST Act & Chit Funds Act.

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Why was Congress mum on BC census all these years, asks Kavitha

She was reacting to senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s statement that the party would take up caste census, if voted to power at the Centre.

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More than just a game as Gujarat gears up for the India-Pakistan cricket clash

Ahmedabad to host India-Pakistan match in Modi Stadium, security on high alert. Over 1,000 police personnel to be deployed. Match has political significance as it is in Gujarat, PM Modi's home state, and ahead of State and national elections. BJP has used Pakistan in election campaigns since 2002.

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Kerala govt. has not tried to mislead High Court, says Antony Raju

Kerala govt. denies misleading High Court on accident cases; AI cameras reduce accidents significantly. Minister releases data showing no major difference in accident statistics before/after AI cameras. Leader of Opposition asked to withdraw charges & apologize. AI cameras detect 62.67 lakh offences, 40.28 lakh processed & 15.84 pushed for legal…

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Man arrested for pelting stones at Siddaramaiah’s house in Mysuru

Mysuru man arrested for pelting stones at CM's residence. Late 40s suspect is same person who damaged EVM during Assembly elections. Police suspect he is of unsound mind, yet to confirm.

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News Analysis| Will Sharmila and Left parties ‘hurt’ the Congress if left alone?

Congress on tightrope over alliance with Left, YSRTP for Telangana polls. Congress uncertain over alliance with Left, YSRTP for Telangana polls; Left parties desperate for understanding; TJS headed by Kodandaram wants to work with Congress.

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LJD reiterates demand for Cabinet berth in LDF govt. in Kerala

LJD reiterates demand for ministerial berth in Kerala LDF govt; merger with RJD to be held in Kozhikode on Oct 12. LJD has one MLA, K.P. Mohanan, in Assembly. Tejashwi Yadav discussed merger proposal with Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan on May 28. LJD leader says no lack of clarity on…

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Opposition parties could not find points to blame Mizo National Front government: Mizoram CM Zoramthanga

Zoram People’s Movement, which emerged as the main Opposition party after the 2018 Assembly polls, has been advocating for a change and new political system.

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MLA Rajaiah takes over as Rythu Bandhu Samithi chairman

BRS MLA Rajaiah assumes office as RBS chairman. KCR govt. introduced Rythu Bandhu & Rythu Bima schemes, lauded by UN-FAO. Rajaiah to strive hard to strengthen RBS with CM's cooperation.

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CM Baghel invokes regional pride for Congress repeat in Chhattisgarh

he Chhattisgarh Assembly election this time will be fought for the State’s pride and self-respect, say the chief Minister

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BJP’s second list for Chhattisgarh projects a shadow of the past

Among the key candidates, former Chief Minister Raman Singh will be contesting from Rajnandgaon

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BSP to ally with Gondwana party in M.P., Chhattisgarh; will fight alone in Rajasthan, Telangana

BSP to ally with GGP in MP & Chhattisgarh, contest on own in Rajasthan & Telangana. EC must ensure free & fair elections, curb misuse of govt machinery, money power & casteism/communalism. BSP had 6 MLAs in Rajasthan in 2018, but all merged with Congress. BSP had no success in…

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Election Commission announces dates for Assembly polls in 5 States

While the BJP and the Congress are in bipolar contests in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, in Telangana, it is a triangular fight between the ruling BRS, the Congress and the BJP.

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With an eye on 2024, Jagan asks party to employ ‘four-pronged strategy’ for victory

YSRCP to employ 4-pronged strategy to publicise govt's mass-contact programmes to make 'clean sweep' in 2021 polls. Jagan Mohan Reddy urges party workers to participate in campaigns like 'Why AP Needs Jagan', 'Bus Yatra', 'Aadudam Andhra' & 'Jagananna Aarogya Suraksha'. Govt has transferred ₹2.35 lakh cr to beneficiaries & distributed…

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BJP seeks to ‘test drive’ some ideas for 2024 in the five State polls announced

BJP tests new ideas/issues in five State Assembly elections; fields seven Lok Sabha MPs each in MP, Rajasthan; seeks generational change, to cut anti-incumbency; Bihar caste survey, Congress caste census challenges; BJP's response to be tested; new blood in Telangana; 2018 rural heartland distress led to PMKSN; results will shape…

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Seven MPs among 41 candidates in BJP’s first list for Rajasthan

Seven Members of Parliament, including Rajya Sabha member Kirodi Lal Meena, were among the 41 candidates by the BJP for the Assembly election in Rajasthan, as per the first list released

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KCR to release BRS manifesto, launch poll campaign on Oct. 15

Mr.Chandrasekhar Rao will file his nomination papers both at Gajwel and Kamareddy on November 9 after offering special prayers at the Venkateswara Swamy temple at Konayapalli in Siddipet constituency.

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Vulnerability mapping of sensitive polling stations under way, says CEO

he Election Commission of India announced the schedule for the Assembly elections in Telangana on Monday.

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