The Election Commission has enlarged the symbol size of Sharad Pawar’s NCP faction on EVMs for better visibility. Despite requests, the ‘Trumpet’ remains in Maharashtra’s list of free symbols due to its distinct shape. Additionally, the NCP-SP is permitted to accept public contributions ahead of the Maharashtra assembly polls.
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BJP initiated its new chief’s election process with J P Nadda naming a national returning officer and co-returning officers for the organisational vote. The activity will conclude in early next year post state-level polls. Rajya Sabha MP K Laxman, along with co-returning officers Rekha Verma, Sambit Patra, and Naresh Bansal, will oversee the elections.
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Omar Abdullah will take the oath as J&K’s Chief Minister for the second time, ending six years of central rule. Key leaders from INDIA bloc, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, will attend the ceremony. Eight ministers, including Tariq Hameed Karra, may also be sworn in.
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The Mahayuti alliance faces a crucial election in Maharashtra on Nov 20, following a poor performance in the LS polls. Major issues include farmer distress, unemployment, and caste-based demands. The BJP aims to retain power amidst internal splits and opposition gains.
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The Supreme Court has questioned the recruitment of civic volunteers under West Bengal’s ‘Ratirer Sathi’ scheme, following a rape-murder incident involving a volunteer. The court barred their deployment in hospitals and schools, seeking details from the state on the recruitment process within three weeks.
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INDIA bloc parties in Jharkhand criticize the Election Commission for hastily scheduling assembly elections alongside Maharashtra, though they express readiness to face the BJP-led NDA. Seat-sharing remains a complex issue for both alliances, with key parties negotiating candidacies to maximize their electoral chances.
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