Morning Digest | Baramulla creates history with record voter turnout; SIT writes to MEA seeking cancellation of Prajwal’s passport and more
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With 59% voter turnout, Baramulla breaks previous poll record
A paradigm shift in the voting pattern in Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency in the Kashmir Valley pushed the polling percentage to 59% by 5 p.m. on May 20, breaking the previous record of 46.65% in 1996. “Zero violence was reported during voting in Baramulla. Poll percentage increased from 4% in 2019 to 44% in Sopore. The Baramulla constituency recorded all-time highest voter turnout of 59%,” said P.K Pole, chief electoral officer, J&K.
General elections 2024: Urban apathy continues; voter turnout crosses 60% in in phase 5
The fifth phase of polling for the Lok Sabha elections on Monday saw 60.39% voter turnout till 11.45 PM, amid reports of minor incidents of violence from West Bengal. Maharashtra recorded the lowest turnout at 54.33%, while West Bengal saw the highest at 75.56%. The voting percentage in Bihar was 54.85%, Jammu and Kashmir 57.58%, Jharkhand 63%, Odisha 69.19 %, Uttar Pradesh 57.79% and Ladakh 69.92%.
Demands unmet by BJP govt., farmer, worker and sarpanch unions back Opposition candidates in Haryana
In an election being fought in Haryana under the shadow of year-long farmers’ agitation against the now-repealed farm laws, farmer unions and various worker and employee unions have lent support to the candidates of various Opposition parties.
SIT writes to MEA seeking cancellation of Prajwal’s passport
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge emphasizes accountability and strengthening party organization in a meeting with AICC office-bearers.
Karnataka High Court upholds ₹1.28 crore compensation ruling for victims of electricity accidents, including minors, during 2017-18.
Residential building in Thippasandra tilts in East Bengaluru, occupants narrowly escape; authorities take swift action to prevent further damage.
Rekha Gupta named Delhi's Chief Minister after BJP's victory, defeating AAP's Bandana Kumari by 29,595 votes.
State government sets March 31 deadline for LRS plot registration, offering 25% rebate for pending plots, urging quick registration.
BRS to hold public meeting for silver jubilee celebration, focus on strengthening organization and addressing people's concerns.
Bangladeshi freight ship MV Maa to be converted into a tourist destination near Tenneti Park in Visakhapatnam.
Pulicat artisan Hamsa Beevi honored for palm leaf crafts, receives Living Craft Treasure Award from Chief Minister.
National Horticulture Fair 2025 by ICAR-IIHR focuses on nutrition, empowerment, and livelihood through innovative horticultural advancements and workshops.
Karnataka Micro Loan and Small Loan Ordinance protects borrowers from coercive recovery methods, with strict penalties for violators.
Kashmir faces water crisis due to depleting rivers and canals, prompting officials to urge conservation and alternative crops.
Nilgiris forest division prepares for fire season with mitigation measures, personnel deployment, fire-lines, and collaboration with district administration.
K.M. Mathew's legacy in Secunderabad's Mar Thoma Church celebrated during Platinum Jubilee with special Holy Communion service.