Morning digest: BJP falls 32 short of half-way mark, eyes on TDP and JD(U); INDIA bloc to meet today, and more
The Hindu
The Hindu’s Morning Digest on June 5, 2024, gives a select list of stories to start the day
NDA gets majority, but BJP falls short of half way mark in Lok Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi won a third term in power on June 4, but he will be dependent on allies as the BJP fell almost 32 short of the halfway mark of 272 seats in the Lok Sabha. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won 291 seats against the Congress-led INDIA bloc’s 234 seats. The Congress won 99 seats compared to 52 in 2019.
Verdict shows voters don’t want Narendra Modi, Amit Shah to run the country, says Rahul Gandhi
The 2024 verdict, which saw the Congress nearly doubling its Lok Sabha tally from 2019, signalled a political revival on the back of its leadership, strategies, and the ability to effectively build and communicate its narrative to the electorate.
INDIA bloc meeting likely on June 5, says Sharad Pawar
Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) leader Sharad Pawar on June 4 said that a meeting of the Indian National Developmental, Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) group of parties was likely in Delhi on June 5.
To a question on who would be the next PM, Mr. Pawar said, “We have not given it a thought. I am not sure if the INDIA alliance can form government. We will meet tomorrow and take a decision unanimously on the future course of action,” he said.
Communist Party leader Muneer Katipalla was chosen unopposed as the secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) Dakshina Kannada district unit in the recently concluded district meet in Mangaluru.
Jharkhand reaffirms faith in INDIA alliance with pro-people governance, as Telangana Deputy CM expresses gratitude for historic mandate.
NDA sweeps Bihar bypolls with 52.83% voter turnout, defeating opposition parties, including Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party.
Stakeholders in Mysuru propose long-term development plans, emphasizing heritage preservation, urban planning, and industrial growth.
Supreme Court judge emphasises the need for improved infrastructure in district judiciary for efficient justice delivery system.
Discussion on forming 'Greater Mysuru City Corporation' for integrated development and improved civic amenities in Mysuru.
Yadgir district's education sector challenges discussed in Karnataka Development Programme meeting, highlighting issues and proposed solutions.
IIT-Hyderabad Runners' Club will organise a grand half marathon on December 1, with multiple categories for all levels.
Collector Sridhar Cherukuri engages with public during 'Palle Nidra' initiative, interacts with school, village secretariat, and SHG members.
“Kaavi Kale is a method-based art without rigid forms, allowing for diverse artistic influences,” said Janardhan Rao Havanje, an artist and researcher in Kaavi Kale on Friday.
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), which is an instrumentality of the State, has to conduct itself as a model employer and has to be considerate while treating the claims of women employees for maternity and child care leave (CCL), said the High Court of Karnataka.