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As the Lok Sabha elections progress, the political arena is abuzz with activity. In the midst of campaigning and voting, today marks significant developments, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s highly anticipated roadshow in Varanasi, his constituency. A day after holding a massive roadshow in Patna, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a similar roadshow in his constituency Varanasi.  With four phases of voting completed, attention shifts to the turnout figures for the fourth phase, encompassing 96 constituencies across 10 states and Union Territories. The turnout trends have been closely scrutinized, particularly after slight decreases in participation observed in earlier phases. Prime Minister Modi’s roadshow in Varanasi is expected to be a grand affair, reflecting the fervor and excitement surrounding his candidacy. Following the roadshow, Modi will file his nomination papers, a symbolic moment in the electoral process. Earlier engagements for the Prime Minister include...

As Madhya Pradesh wraps up its polling process, the Congress, recovering from its previous electoral setback, focuses its efforts on select constituencies to counter the BJP’s dominance in the state. The BJP’s claim that it had inducted “over 5 lakh Congress leaders” has been denied by the Congress as a “ploy to demoralise its cadre”. The BJP, traditionally strong in the Hindi heartland, faces worries over reduced voter turnout in the initial phases of the election. Concerns arise particularly from the low participation of women voters, previously supportive due to welfare schemes like Ladli Behna, and subdued campaign efforts from party workers. Moreover, anti-incumbency sentiments challenge the prospects of some BJP candidates, such as Rodmal Nagar in Rajgarh. Despite relying on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popularity, they encounter resistance within their constituencies. On the other side, the Congress strategizes to capitalize on these vulnerabilities, concentrating its resource...

Catch up on the latest political developments as Prime Minister Modi kicks off his tour of South India amidst mounting anticipation for the announcement of Lok Sabha poll dates by the Election Commission (EC). With a jam-packed schedule spanning from Pathanamthitta to Hyderabad, the Prime Minister’s visit underscores the BJP’s strategic focus on expanding its presence in the southern states. On Friday, the Prime Minister is expected to begin a tour of South India, one of the regions where the party still has the scope to expand. As the PM gears up to address rallies and engage with voters in key constituencies, the spotlight shifts to the significance of the southern region in the BJP’s electoral strategy. With the party aiming to bolster its vote share and replicate past successes, the south emerges as a crucial battleground for political dominance. Meanwhile, in the legal arena, the Election Commission has approached the Supreme Court seeking permission to make public data on poll bo...