Morning Digest | 1,202 candidates in fray in phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections; SC verdict today on whether EVM system is transparent enough for fair elections, and more
The Hindu
The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on April 26, 2024
Lok Sabha polls 2024 | 1,202 candidates in fray in phase 2
The stage is set for polling in 88 constituencies across 13 States in the second phase of the general election on April 26 (Friday). Over 15.88 crore voters would exercise their franchise in 1.67 lakh polling stations across the country.
A total of 1,202 candidates are in the fray, including 1,098 male, 102 female and two transgender contestants.
Supreme Court verdict on April 26 on whether EVM system is transparent enough for fair elections
The Supreme Court is scheduled on April 26 to pronounce its judgment on petitions seeking a more transparent system of voting to ensure free and fair elections.
The verdict coincides with the second phase of polling for the General Elections to the Lok Sabha.
Congress names candidates for 8 Haryana Lok Sabha seats
Israeli troops evacuate Indonesian Hospital in Gaza, amid ongoing conflict with Hamas, displacing patients to Gaza City.
Russian cargo ship Ursa Major sank in Mediterranean, leaving two missing crew members, according to Spanish and Russian authorities.
Syria's new leader consolidates rebel factions under Defence Ministry to prevent clashes, appoints former rebel as defence minister.
American Airlines grounds all U.S. flights due to technical issue, disrupting Christmas Eve travel plans for thousands of passengers.
Gene Spector, a former executive in Russia, faces espionage charges after a previous bribery conviction, receiving a 15-year jail term.
Indian Ocean tsunami 2004: Former Indian Navy Officer Commodore G Prakash reflects on the 2004 Asian tsunami, emphasizing the importance of disaster response and management.
India to provide ₹2,371 million to Sri Lanka for 33 development projects in education, health, and agriculture sectors.
After the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year regime on August 5, Bangladesh has experienced a sharp rise in mob violence, fabricated cases, robbery, mugging and extortions.
Explosion at Turkish explosives factory kills 12, injures 3; no sabotage suspected, according to CNN Turk.
South Korea's opposition seeks to impeach acting leader Han Duck-soo, deepening political turmoil and neighbourly concerns.
Rosatom defends Rooppur nuclear project against Bangladesh anti-graft commission's allegations, emphasizing transparency and commitment to combat corruption.