Lok Sabha elections 2024

A man is casting his vote in the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) at a polling station during the third phase of the Indian General Elections in Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, India, on May 7, 2024. (Photo by Kabir Jhangiani/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

May 12, 2024 7:29 PM

Election Commission prepares meticulously for Phase 4 of general elections

As the nation gears up for the fourth phase of the General Elections on Many 13th, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is leaving no stone unturned to ensure smooth and peaceful polling across various constituencies. In a massive electoral exercise, polling will be conducted for 96 Parliamentary Constituencies spread across 10 States and Union Territories. Simultaneously, all 175 seats of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and 28 seats of the Odisha Legislative Assembly will also witnes...

May 7, 2024 4:08 PM

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Nearly 50.71% Voter Turnout by 3 PM in Third Phase

Voting for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections is underway, with nearly 50.71% of average voter turnout recorded by 3 PM in the afternoon. This phase covers polling in 93 constituencies across 11 states. According to reports, by 3 PM in the afternoon, Assam recorded a turnout of 63.08%, Bihar 46.69%, Chhattisgarh 58.19%, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu 52.43%, Goa 61.39%, Gujarat 47.03%, Karnataka 54.20%, Madhya Pradesh 54.09%, Maharashtra 42.63%, Uttar Pradesh 46.78%, and West ...

May 6, 2024 12:17 PM

ECI to issue notification for final phase of Lok Sabha elections

The Election Commission of India will issue the notification on Tuesday for the seventh and concluding phase of the Lok Sabha elections. This phase will witness voting on June 1 in 57 Lok Sabha constituencies spread across seven states and one Union territory. The constituencies scheduled for voting in this phase include 13 seats each from Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, nine from West Bengal, eight from Bihar, six from Odisha, four from Himachal Pradesh, three from Jharkhand, and one from the Union ...

April 19, 2024 10:58 PM

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 60% Voter Turnout Till 7 PM In Phase 1 Lok Sabha Polls

The first phase of General Elections 2024 saw a remarkable turnout of voters across various states and union territories, despite the scorching heat wave. Citizens from diverse backgrounds participated enthusiastically, showcasing their civic responsibility and pride. Preliminary reports indicate a voter turnout of over 60% across 21 states/UTs by 7 PM. Final figures are expected to rise as reports from all polling stations are compiled, with voting allowed until 6 PM and voters reaching po...

April 16, 2024 11:02 AM

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Senior BJP leader & PM Modi to address public meetings in Bihar

As the Lok Sabha elections draw near, senior BJP leader and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold two public gatherings in Bihar on Tuesday in support of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidates. This will be PM Modi's third visit to Bihar since the announcement of the elections. The first rally will be held in the Gaya parliamentary constituency, while the second public meeting will take place at Rangbhoomi Maidan in Purnia. Earlier this month, PM Modi campaigned and addressed publ...

April 12, 2024 10:34 AM

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Third phase notification out, voting scheduled for May 7

The Election Commission of India has issued the notification for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024, with 94 parliamentary constituencies across 12 states and union territories going into polls. Voting is slated to take place on May 7. Candidates aspiring to contest in this phase have until April 19 to file their nomination papers. The nomination process kicks off today, April 12, and candidates can submit their nominations between 11 AM to 3 PM daily until the deadline. The thir...