The result of the 2019 Indian general elections made waves not just in India but across the world, with people all over the globe paying close attention to party campaigns, the six week voting period and the eventual result.
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Surprises in Modi’s new look cabinet; stocks slightly down
There were more than a few surprises in Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new cabinet that was announced earlier today.
Modi takes oath as India PM for Term 2.0
Narendra Modi took oath as the Prime Minister of India earlier today, marking the start of his second term. He was sworn in by Indian President Ram Nath Kovind at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, according to a press release by the PM’s office.
More action expected in Modi’s second term
The resounding victory of the incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party-led alliance in India’s general elections is a welcome sign of stability in the South Asia region.
Modi tsunami decimates SP-BSP alliance in Uttar Pradesh
BJP’s victory march is continuing in Uttar Pradesh which sends the maximum number of MPs to the Parliament. BJP is leading in 62 seats decimating the SP-BSP alliance relegating its lead to a mere 17 seats. Congress has been reduced to just one seat.
Election results Live: Phir ek baar Modi Sarkaar
With just over half the votes counted, The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies are already looking set for a second term in charge and are leading in over 330 out of 542 seats.
Congress NRI campaign bus to tour Punjab, Haryana prior to polls
Acknowledging the importance of NRIs in the upcoming election and the political influence they exert, the Indian National Congress has come up with a way to maximise their impact on their campaign.
NRIs descend in Gujarat to campaign for Modi
A week to go for elections in Gujarat, and Gujarati NRIs from all over the world are jet set to start campaigning for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP in the state. Their tickets are booked and itinerary is drawn.
Will set up institutional mechanism for diaspora if voted to power: BJP Manifesto
Unveiling an exclusive to-do list on the foreign policy front, Bharatiya Janata Party has promised to set up an institutional mechanism to engage with the Indian diaspora worldwide if voted to power in the upcoming General Elections.
WhatsApp launches ‘tipline’ to counter fake news
To counter circulation of fake news in the time of elections in India scheduled to start from April 11, WhatsApp has launched a ‘tipline’ service for users to check the veracity of information and flag what they think is the false news.