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If Congress, BJP offer money, accept it; but vote for AAP: Arvind Kejriwal in Goa
January 7, 2017 22:16 IST
"If they do not offer money, go to their offices and ask for it. But, when it comes to voting, press the button against the name of the AAP candidate," he told an election rally in Benaulim constituency.
Over 90 per cent delegates with SP led by Akhilesh Yadav: Ramgopal Yadav
January 7, 2017 20:56 IST
"EC gave time till January 9 but we have submitted all relevant documents. We brought 7 cartons with more than 1.5 lakh pages," Ramgopal said.
Ex-army chief Gen JJ Singh joins SAD, to take on Captain Amarinder Singh
January 7, 2017 20:38 IST
Sukhbir Singh Badal told reporters Gen Singh had himself shown interest in contesting from Patiala Urban Assembly seat.
Samajwadi Party deadlock continues as fresh reconciliation efforts fail
January 7, 2017 20:17 IST
The parleys had gained momentum on Friday with the Election Commission setting January 9 deadline for the two sides to stake claim to the 'cycle' symbol.
One SP, three BSP candidates booked for violating model code in UP
January 7, 2017 18:03 IST
According to EC sources, cases of model code of conduct were also registered in Bijnore and Bulandshahr districts in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Four member BJP panel visits Phagwara to probe party factionalism
January 7, 2017 17:45 IST
Using flag poles as 'lathis', both groups had chased the other, leading to unruly scenes. Sampla had to cut short his yatra, without attending even a welcome programme.
Goa Assembly polls: ECI to keep an eye on drug peddlers
January 7, 2017 15:50 IST
"We have had a meeting with Goa Police's Anti Narcotics Cell and Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) who are keeping a close watch on drug peddling in the state," Goa’s Chief Electoral Officer Kunal told reporters on Saturday.
Ahead of polls, Mayawati convenes meeting of BSP candidates
January 7, 2017 15:46 IST
Party candidates would also be made aware about the BJP going back on poll promises, the "ill-planned" demonetisation measure, and "tricks" adopted by the saffron party to mislead people
Three BJP leaders booked for poll code violation in Varanasi
January 7, 2017 15:39 IST
According to the police, they had removed all the banners and posters on the roadside two days ago, but the accused allegedly put up their posters again.
UP polls: Will highlight law and order situation, jungle raj and biased politics, says Mayawati
January 7, 2017 14:05 IST
The BSP supremo said that BSP can form its government in Uttar Pradesh once again with full majority.
Markandey Katju predicts BJP rout in UP elections, places bet on Akhilesh-led SP
January 7, 2017 13:24 IST
Justice Katju said that the demonetisation move may cause more harm to BJP than benefit in the upcoming Assembly elections.
Goa Assembly polls: ECI to keep an eye on drug paddlers
January 7, 2017 13:03 IST
The official said the ECI guidelines have also cautioned the use of narcotics trade to induce voters or circulate money during upcoming state assembly polls.
Poll code: Amritsar municipal corporation stops ongoing recruitmentSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 10:55 IST
Around 4,200 aspirants across the state, who have applied for the fourth class job in the local body, are not sure whether the Election Commission would allow MCA to go ahead with recruitment.
Punjab polls: Amarinder Singh fails to placate two potential rebelsSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 10:00 IST
One of the vying rebels MLA Tarlochan Singh Soondh said "Are they (congress) sure they are going to form the government. Let them declare the rest of seats. They will know where they stand."
Rahul Gandhi abroad, list and campaign on hold, Punjab Congress leaders get restiveSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 08:50 IST
After the announcement of polling day earlier this week, Congress leaders were hoping Rahul would cut short his holiday.
Punjab polls: Captain Amarinder Singh makes it clear again, says One family, one ticketSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 08:47 IST
On Navjot Singh Sidhu’s role in the party, Amarinder said, “We all will campaign together. AICC is yet to give a list of star campaigners of the party. We will see.”
Model code in, Punjab Congress still playing ‘cards’Subscriber Only
January 7, 2017 08:33 IST
Punjab youths registering for promised jobs being issued ‘unemployment allowance cards’ promising Rs 2,500 /month
Promising free pilgrimage, SAD MP seeks votes for sonSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 04:03 IST
In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court has said that votes cannot be sought on lines of religion or caste.
EC ropes in Kapil Sharma to mobilise Punjab votersSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 03:37 IST
Additional Deputy Commissioner (Grievances) Nayan Bhullar said Kapil Sharma had recorded a 25-second video, urging people to vote on February 4.
Prashant Kishor missing as Congress gets ready for UP poll battleSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 07:01 IST
Kishor and his team have also vacated the office given to them in April last year in the state Congress headquarters
Samajwadi Party rift: Shivpal meets Akhilesh, truce not yet declared Subscriber Only
January 7, 2017 03:29 IST
Party insiders claim that Akhilesh was not ready to compromise on the posts of the party's national president and state president and on the right to distribute assembly tickets.
Mayawati puts out second BSP list, counts on Dalit-Muslim votesSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 03:06 IST
In 2007, Mayawati had wooed Brahmins in a big way, organising Brahmin conventions for nearly two years, with BSP’s Brahmin face Satish Chandra Misra emerging as a star campaigner.
Punjab polls: As AAP, SAD campaign, slow start for CongressSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 07:04 IST
Of the total 61 candidates, which the Congress announced in its first list, only eight are from Doaba while the decision on the remaining seats has been kept pending due to bickering over tickets.
AAP fundraiser to fuel Punjab, Goa campaignsSubscriber Only
January 7, 2017 02:58 IST
Right at its inception, AAP had promised to keep its funding process transparent and declare all information related to donations on its official website.
Bye-election to Amritsar Lok Sabha seat to be held on Feb 4
January 6, 2017 22:29 IST
The by-poll is being held along wit the single-phased assembly polls in the state.
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