Russia Votes For Presidential Elections, Polling Stations Open In Far East
It is the first time that the latest technologies tested during earlier lower-level polls--a three-day voting period and a remote vote--will be used during the presidential elections.
Mar 15, 2024, 08:33 AM IST
Both Congress prez poll contenders people of stature, neither can be remote-controlled: Rahul Gandhi
"Both the people who are standing (in the polls) have a position, have a perspective and are people of stature and people of understanding. I don't think either of them is going to be a remote control (chief) and frankly, this tone is insulting to both of them," Rahul Gandhi said.
Oct 08, 2022, 17:55 PM IST
'Bharat Jodo Yatra is not for 2024 elections but to..': Rahul Gandhi asserts Congress' mission to unite India
Rahul Gandhi said that through Bharat Jodo yatra, Congress want to unite people against the division of the country being carried out by BJP-RSS
Oct 08, 2022, 14:46 PM IST
Droupadi Murmu takes oath as India's 15th President, says 'reaching Presidential post not my personal achievement, it is...'
In her first address as President, Droupadi Murmu said that her election to the top constitutional post proves that in India, the poor can not only dream but also fulfill those aspirations.
Jul 25, 2022, 11:29 AM IST
Droupadi Murmu sworn in as India's new President, see images of oath-taking ceremony here
Droupadi Murmu took oath as the 15th President of India today. Droupadi Murmu is the second woman President of the country, first-ever tribal woman to hold the highest constitutional post.
Jul 25, 2022, 11:25 AM IST
LIVE: 'Watershed moment for India', says PM Modi after Droupadi Murmu assumes presidency
Droupadi Murmu's oath-taking ceremony as President of India Live Updates: The 64-year-old was administered the oath of office by Chief Justice of India NV Ramana in the presence of outgoing President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice-President and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha M Venkaiah Naidu, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, among others.
Jul 25, 2022, 06:46 AM IST
Presidential election 2022: Who is 'Mr Ballot Box', for whom Election Commission buys separate air ticket?
Presidential poll 2022: The Election Commission (EC) sent ballot boxes to 14 states and Union territories for the 16th Presidential election.
Jul 19, 2022, 13:18 PM IST
Ram Nath Kovind will be Sonia Gandhi's NEIGHBOUR, check the pension and facilities available after retirement
President Ram Nath Kovind will receive pension of Rs 1.5 lakh per month after retirement. Vice President Venkaiah Naidu is organizing a farewell ceremony in his honor at the Central Hall.
Jul 18, 2022, 19:12 PM IST
Presidential election 2022: Congress MLA votes for NDA prez poll nominee Draupadi Murmu, says he went by his 'conscience call'
“I am an Odia; I voted in favour of Draupadi Murmu as she is a daughter of Odisha. I went by my conscience. MLAs cannot be prevented from listening to their conscience,” Congress MLA Mohammed Moquim said.
Jul 18, 2022, 15:00 PM IST
Presidential Polls 2022: PM Narendra Modi, Congress MP Manmohan Singh, others cast their votes - See pics
Presidential elections 2022: Polling in the Presidential election is underway at the Parliament House and the state legislative assemblies. The polling began at 10 am and will continue till 5 pm. Murmu is the NDA candidate, who is contesting against Yashwant Sinha, supported by the Opposition parties. (Photo credits: ANI)
Jul 18, 2022, 11:39 AM IST
Presidential election 2022: Polling concludes, over 99% turnout recorded
Presidential poll 2022: The polling to elect the 15th President of India peacefully concluded in Parliament House and state legislative assemblies. The voting began at 10 am and went on till 5 pm. NDA candidate Draupadi Murmu has a clear edge over Opposition candidate Yashwant Sinha.
Jul 18, 2022, 07:22 AM IST
Yashwant Sinha's appeal ahead of July 18 Presidential poll: 'Vote according to...' - Watch
"The election to the post of president of India this time is taking place under extraordinary circumstances. The country is facing multiple problems on various fronts but the most important problem that we are facing is the problem of safeguarding and protecting our Constitution," the 84-year-old said.
Jul 17, 2022, 13:28 PM IST
Presidential polls 2022: Tejashwi Yadav backs Yashwant Sinha, takes a jibe at Draupadi Murmu, says 'don't want a statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan'
Nearly 4,800 elected MPs and MLAs will vote on July 18 to elect the 15th President of India.
Jul 17, 2022, 12:15 PM IST
Presidential polls 2022: Yashwant Sinha CANCELS visit to Maharashtra after Shiv Sena declares support for Draupadi Murmu
Opposition's presidential candidate Yashwant Sinha was supposed to meet and address the Maha Vikas Aghadi in Maharashtra.
Jul 16, 2022, 10:59 AM IST
Presidential election 2022: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar refused to pick my call, reveals Yashwant Sinha
Presidential election 2022: "After I was declared the Presidential candidate by the opposition, I tried to call up Nitish Kumar a number of times. He never answered, perhaps thinking I do not enjoy the status to be worthy of his time", said Yashwant Sinha.
Jul 15, 2022, 22:57 PM IST
'Unfathomable', says senior Congress leader after Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray supports NDA's Presidential candidate Draupadi Murmu
Uddhav Thackeray said that the Shiv Sena is announcing support for Draupadi Murmu "without any pressure". His ally Congress, however, said that the Sena's decision was "unfathomable".
Jul 13, 2022, 14:58 PM IST
Presidential Polls 2022: NDA candidate Draupadi Murmu's visit to Mamata Banerjee's Bengal cancelled - here's why
In the wake of the one-day national mourning, as a mark of respect to ex-Japanese premier Shinzo Abe who died after he was shot, the visit got cancelled. "Murmu's visit to Kolkata will be rescheduled later," a senior BJP leader said
Jul 09, 2022, 14:49 PM IST
Presidential polls 2022: NDA nominee Draupadi Murmu to file nomination today, top BJP leaders to accompany her
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior ministers Rajnath Singh and Amit Shah, and BJP president J P Nadda will be among her proposers.
Jun 24, 2022, 06:57 AM IST
Presidential elections 2022: After BJD's support, NDA nominee Droupadi Murmu set to become India's first tribal President
When elected, Droupadi Murmu, a former governor of Jharkhand, will be the first president who was born post-independence.
Jun 23, 2022, 08:23 AM IST
Presidential polls 2022: NDA candidate Draupadi Murmu likely to file nomination on June 25
Draupadi Murmu, BJP-led NDA’s surprise presidential candidate, is likely to file her nomination papers on June 25.
Jun 22, 2022, 06:31 AM IST