The Election Commission of India (ECI) has firmly dismissed the Congress party’s claims of irregularities in the recent Haryana elections, labeling them as baseless and lacking any factual basis. The ECI, in a stern letter to the Congress, urged the party to cease making such unsubstantiated allegations, particularly during sensitive periods like elections, as they can potentially incite public unrest and chaos.
The Indian stock market took a downturn today, driven by profit-taking following the RBI’s shift in policy stance. The RBI maintained interest rates but signaled potential future cuts. Other news includes Bangladesh’s victory in the second T20I against India, a slump in Chinese stocks, and reports of Ratan Tata’s hospitalization. In political news, the Congress party raised concerns about the Haryana election results and a dispute arose over the Delhi Chief Minister’s residence.
Haryana witnessed a BJP victory with 47 seats in the state assembly elections, while in Jammu and Kashmir, the National Conference is leading the race. Stock markets also showed a positive trend, ending a six-day losing streak.
The vote counting for the Haryana assembly elections commenced on Tuesday morning amidst tight security measures. Early trends suggest a close race between the BJP and Congress, with BJP candidate Anil Vij leading from Ambala Cantt. However, the Congress claims an early lead overall. The counting process involves scrutinizing postal ballots first, followed by Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) after a 30-minute interval. Key candidates from various parties are vying for seats, including Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Bhupinder Singh Hooda, and Abhay Chautala. The BJP aims for a third consecutive term, while the Congress hopes to regain power.
Olympic shooter Manu Bhaker exercised her right to vote in the 2024 Haryana Elections, urging young citizens to participate in the democratic process. Her father, Ram Kishan Bhaker, emphasized the importance of voting and expressed pride in Manu’s role as a youth icon. The elections are witnessing a fierce contest between the BJP, Congress, and AAP, with issues like farmer and wrestler protests impacting voter sentiment.
October 5th is a busy day for India, with several significant events taking place. The Haryana Assembly Elections are underway, with exit polls expected shortly after. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch major development projects in Maharashtra, including the inauguration of the Metro 3 project. Additionally, the 18th installment of PM Kisan Yojana will be released, and PN Gadgil Jewellers will announce their Q2FY25 results.
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut faced backlash after supporting the reinstated farm laws, leading to her withdrawal of the remarks. Social media users took the opportunity to praise her, suggesting her comments would benefit the Congress party in upcoming elections. The incident sparked discussions about free speech within the BJP and the party’s alleged suppression of dissenting voices.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a busy week, with engagements ranging from election rallies in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir to laying the foundation stones for projects worth over ₹50,000 crore in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. He will also be joined by the international community as NASA’s annual Observe the Moon Night takes place on September 14th. Meanwhile, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has issued a deadline for updating Aadhaar cards.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) released its second list of 21 candidates for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections, confirming Captain Yogesh Bairagi as the candidate for the Julana Assembly seat. He will face off against Congress candidate Vinesh Phogat in a high-stakes contest.
A roundup of the most important news stories from around the world, including a suspected monkeypox case in India, political developments in Haryana and Manipur, a busy week for the IPO market, and the UAE Crown Prince’s visit to India.
