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If Congress' Yuvaraj's marriage ever happens...: Giriraj Singh responds to Kharg's jibe at PM Modi
Union Minister Giriraj Singh responded to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's comments about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's campaign. Kharge had criticized Modi's constant electioneering. Singh invited Kharge to the wedding of the Congress Yuvaraj. The exchange occurs as campaigning intensifies for Bihar polls. Voting is scheduled for November 6 and 11. Results will be declared on November 14.
Narkatiaganj constituency: BJP's Rashmi Varma seeks second straight win, Congress's Vinay Varma aims to reclaim seat
Narkatiaganj gears up for Bihar Assembly elections on November 11, with BJP's Rashmi Varma defending her seat against Congress's Vinay Varma. The constituency has seen a close contest between the two parties since its formation in 2008. This election features a direct clash between the NDA and Mahagathbandhan alliances.
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- Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar urges firms in state to grant paid leave for Bihar voters
- Shashi Tharoor turns rebel? Congress leader slams dynasty rule as ‘grave threat to democracy’; BJP hails 'attack on nepo kids Rahul and Tejashwi'
- If HIRE Bill in US becomes reality, it will light a fire in Indian economy: Congress
- Bihar Elections 2025: Tejashwi Yadav pitches 'everything for everyone' plan in Patna; Rs 300+ bonus over MSP, Rs 30,000 for women, & more
- Bengal SIR Explained: What to expect when BLOs knock on your door starting today
- Bihar elections: Rebel son Tej Pratap faces uphill task against Lalu's pick Mukesh Raushan in Mahua
EC team to visit Bengal to review roll progress- SIR phase-2 turns out to be a different ball-game for the opposition
- Bihar Elections 2025: Women voters emerge as Nitish's strength and Tejashwi's challenge
- Polls first, SIR later: Assam government, CEO tell EC
- Panjab University Senate & Syndicate recast triggers political storm in Punjab
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Mamata, Abhishek Banerjee to hit the streets on SIR as 80,681 BLOs begin crucial house-to-house visits across Bengal
Trinamool Congress is holding a major rally in Kolkata today. Party leaders Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee will address the gathering. They are protesting the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The party alleges this process is a form of silent rigging. Trinamool Congress has also written to the Chief Electoral Officer regarding concerns about outdated voter rolls.
After Yogi's 'Pappu, Tappu, Appu' remarks, Nitin Gadkari urges people to make 'Anje, Ganje and Panje' disappear
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari urged voters to support the NDA, stating its "double engine" government is developing Bihar and will "wipe out" the opposition. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath criticized the Mahagathbandhan, likening its leaders to "three monkeys" blind and deaf to Bihar's development. Campaigning ends for the first phase of Bihar Assembly polls.
If HIRE Bill in US becomes reality, it will light a fire in Indian economy: Congress
A proposed US Senate bill could impose a 25 percent tax on payments made by American companies to foreign workers. This legislation, known as the HIRE Act, directly impacts India's IT, BPO, and consulting sectors. If passed, it may force a new economic reality for India's service exports. The bill reflects a growing US sentiment to protect domestic white-collar jobs.
Shashi Tharoor turns rebel? Congress leader slams dynasty rule as ‘grave threat to democracy’; BJP hails 'attack on nepo kids Rahul and Tejashwi'
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor calls dynastic politics a grave threat to Indian democracy. He argues power should be based on merit, not lineage. Tharoor points out this practice spans across all Indian political parties. The BJP has reacted to his remarks. Tharoor believes India must transition from dynasty to meritocracy for true democracy.
SIR begins in UP; BLOs to visit households with forms
Uttar Pradesh has launched a Special Intensive Revision exercise to clean its voter list, themed 'Clean Electoral Roll - Strong Democracy'. Booth-level officers will visit households until December 4 to verify and update voter details. The final electoral roll will be published on February 7, 2026, ensuring accuracy for future elections.
Bengal SIR Explained: What to expect when BLOs knock on your door starting today
Booth level officers are visiting homes in West Bengal for electoral roll revision. Citizens will receive forms to update voter details. This process aims to ensure all eligible voters are included. The exercise involves verification and submission of documents. Final electoral rolls will be published next year. This is a crucial step for voter registration.
EC team to visit Bengal to review roll progress
A three-member Election Commission team will visit Cooch Behar, Alipurduar, and Jalpaiguri districts from November 5-8. They will monitor the special intensive revision of electoral rolls. Over 80,000 Booth Level Officers will conduct house-to-house visits until December 4. This process aims to update voter lists across West Bengal's assembly constituencies. Helpdesks are also available for voter assistance.
SIR phase-2 turns out to be a different ball-game for the opposition
Opposition parties find it difficult to unite against the second phase of electoral roll revision. Unlike their Bihar protest, turf rivalries and state-specific alliances hinder a coordinated front. While some plan legal challenges, others focus on safeguarding their supporters' enrollment. The ruling BJP's support for the exercise compels opposition parties to participate to avoid voter exclusion.
Bihar Elections 2025: Women voters emerge as Nitish's strength and Tejashwi's challenge
In Bihar, Nitish Kumar has built a formidable coalition of female supporters, as evidenced by the lively atmosphere at his rallies, which are notably populated by women. In contrast, Tejashwi Yadav seems to struggle to engage this demographic. His government’s initiatives, including cash support and job quotas, are providing women with the tools to thrive.
Polls first, SIR later: Assam government, CEO tell EC
Assam's government and Chief Electoral Officer have asked the Election Commission to conduct a special revision of electoral rolls after the 2026 assembly polls. This is due to the ongoing National Register of Citizens process. They believe this will simplify voter registration. The Election Commission is considering this request. A regular summary revision is suggested before the elections.