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India's general election begins with over 969 million voters

The Guardian — April 19, 2024, 07:00 AM UTC

Summary: India's general election, the world's largest democratic exercise, began with over 969 million voters. Narendra Modi's BJP aims for a third term amid accusations of undermining democracy. Modi's popularity remains high, with critics alleging state tools used against opponents. BJP's campaign focuses on economic growth, infrastructure, and nationalism. Opposition faces challenges, with BJP aiming for a significant majority. Concerns include potential constitutional changes and economic issues.

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    Two Congress MLAs resign over AAP alliance (Hindustan Times)
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    66% voter turnout in first 2 phases of Lok Sabha polls (Hindustan Times)
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    PM Modi highlights empowering women in Lok Sabha elections 2024 (Hindustan Times)
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    PM Modi criticizes Congress for turning Karnataka into 'tanker hub' (Hindustan Times)
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    PM Modi's rally in Pune; Delhi EC disputes AAP song (Hindustan Times)
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    Narendra Modi to hold mega rally in Pune (Hindustan Times)
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  7. [3.7]
    Modi increases anti-Muslim rhetoric in India election campaign (Financial Times)
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    PM Modi to address rally in Goa; Lok Sabha election updates (Hindustan Times)
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  9. [2.6]
    Accusations of Modi using anti-Muslim rhetoric for votes (Business Recorder)
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    Lok Sabha Phase 2: Tripura high turnout, UP low (Hindustan Times)
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    Phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections 2024: 64% turnout (Hindustan Times)
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    Phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections 2024: 60% turnout (Hindustan Times)
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    Phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections records 60.7% turnout (The Quint)
    7d
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  14. [4.7]
    Second round of Indian elections crucial for PM Modi's BJP (The Associated Press)
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    2024 Indian Lok Sabha elections second phase underway (Hindustan Times)
    7d
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  16. [3.5]
    2024 Lok Sabha elections phase two begins with 88 constituencies (Hindustan Times)
    8d
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  17. [4.7]
    Campaigning for Lok Sabha election 2024's second phase ends (Hindustan Times)
    8d
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  18. [2.0]
    PM Modi plans mega rally in Agra for elections (News18)
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    Second phase of Lok Sabha election on April 26 (Hindustan Times)
    9d
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    Phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections on April 26 (Hindustan Times)
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    Preparations for Lok Sabha elections intensify across India (News18)
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    India's Lok Sabha elections underway with 64% turnout (Hindustan Times)
    14d
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  23. [2.9]
    18th Lok Sabha elections in India: Modi wave absent (DAWN.com)
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    Indian Lok Sabha elections underway with varied voter turnout (DAWN.com)
    14d
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    Phase 1 of Lok Sabha elections: 60.03% turnout, BJP focus (News18)
    14d
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    Phase 1 of Lok Sabha Election 2024: 62.37% turnout (The Indian Express)
    14d
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  27. [1.9]
    High voter turnout in Lok Sabha elections across India (Hindustan Times)
    14d
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  28. [5.4]
    2024 Lok Sabha election begins in India with 7 phases (Hindustan Times)
    15d

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  29. [4.7]
    India begins six-week election; Modi seeks third term (Financial Times)
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  30. [5.0]
    India's election begins, BJP aims for majority under Modi (The Guardian)
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  31. [4.3]
    Lok Sabha Election 2024 Phase One voting starts tomorrow (Mint)
    16d
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  32. [4.2]
    First phase of Lok Sabha elections on April 19, 2024 (Hindustan Times)
    16d
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  33. [4.3]
    Lok Sabha election's first phase ends, silence period begins (Hindustan Times)
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  34. [2.9]
    BJP and Congress campaign for 2024 Lok Sabha elections (Hindustan Times)
    16d
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  35. [4.2]
    India gears up for 2024 Lok Sabha elections (Hindustan Times)
    17d
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  36. [5.3]
    Lok Sabha Election 2024 starts April 19, seven phases (Hindustan Times)
    18d

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  37. [4.2]
    Lok Sabha Election 2024 in India starts April 19 (Hindustan Times)
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