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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday urged voters in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry to turn out in large numbers as polling got underway in the three states.In a post on X, PM Modi emphasised the importance of strong participation in Kerala, calling on voters -- especially youth and women -- to take part actively in the democratic process."Record participation will add vigour to Keralam's democratic spirit. I particularly request the youth and women of the state to step forward and ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Voter turnout at 9 am on Thursday in Assam was recorded at 17.87 per cent, while in Keralam it was at 16.23 per cent, as per the data shared by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for the ongoing 2026 Assembly elections in both states. The polling trends in the Union Territory of Puducherry showed a voter turnout of 17.41 per cent at 9 am. Polling for high-stakes electoral battles in two States and a Union Territory began on Thursday at 7 am. Voting for 12 ...Read More >
New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday urged voters to exercise their constitutional right as polling began across 296 seats in Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry. In a post on X, Kharge highlighted rising unemployment, financial distress, and growing uncertainty in Kerala under the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government. He called on voters to once again demonstrate the state's commitment to progressive values. "My dear sisters and brothers of Kerala, you have always stood fo ...Read More >
Puducherry [India], April 9 (ANI): Polling is underway in Puducherry, and former Chief Minister and Congress leader V Narayanasamy cast his vote at the polling station at VOC Govt School on Thursday. He expressed confidence that the INDI alliance would form the next government and urged citizens to turn out in large numbers to exercise their democratic right. Speaking to the reporters, Narayanasamy said, "The people of Puducherry want the INDI alliance to come to power. I am confident that the ...Read More >
From films to politics, here's a timeline of Vijay's journey ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections. Thalapathy Vijay's transition from cinema to politics has developed over more than a decade, moving from fan-based mobilisation to the launch of a political party ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. While his official entry came in 2024, the groundwork for his political journey began much earlier. Early Foundations: Vijay Makkal Iyakkam and Fan Network Vijay established Vijay Makk ...Read More >
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday urged voters in Assam to remove the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government in the state, terming it the country's most corrupt, and attacked chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for enriching himself instead of working for the people. He referred to a mood change in the state and said it reflected in his interactions with voters. Kharge cited feedback from the ground and added that it indicates that Congress will come to power and win 72-73 of the ...Read More >
Chennai Weather: Tamil Nadu to see rain and thunderstorms across several districts, including Chennai, with heavier showers in ghat regions Tamil Nadu is set to witness a mix of rainfall and dry conditions over the next few days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in several parts of the state. Rain Likely In Chennai And Nearby Districts According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai ...Read More >
Puducherry [India], April 9 (ANI): A humanoid robot named "Nila", dressed in a saree, greeted voters arriving at the VOC Government School polling station in Puducherry on Thursday, adding a technological touch to the ongoing Assembly elections in the Union Territory. Developed as an event-based interactive machine, the robot was deployed to welcome and assist voters as they came to exercise their franchise. Speaking about the innovation, Kaushik from Robo Mirror said the robot is designed for ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday appealed to the people of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry to exercise their franchise in large numbers in the assembly elections in the two states and the Union Territory. In separate messages in English, besides Assamese, Malayalam and Tamil -" the regional languages of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry respectively -- PM Modi particularly requested the youth and the women to step forward and vote in large numbers. ...Read More >
Puducherry [India], April 9 (ANI): A humanoid robot named "Nila", dressed in a saree, greeted voters arriving at the VOC Government School polling station in Puducherry on Thursday, adding a technological touch to the ongoing Assembly elections in the Union Territory. Developed as an event-based interactive machine, the robot was deployed to welcome and assist voters as they came to exercise their franchise. Speaking about the innovation, Kaushik from Robo Mirror said the robot is designed for ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 9 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday appealed to the people of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry to exercise their franchise in large numbers in the assembly elections in the two states and the Union Territory. In separate messages in English, besides Assamese, Malayalam and Tamil --" the regional languages of Assam, Kerala and Puducherry respectively -- PM Modi particularly requested the youth and the women to step forward and vote in large numbers. "As polling begins fo ...Read More >
Kozhikode (Keralam) [India], April 9 (ANI): CPI(M) leader Elamaram Kareem on Thursday appealed to voters, particularly in Kozhikode district, to support the Left Democratic Front (LDF), asserting that the ruling alliance has fulfilled the overwhelming majority of its electoral promises. Speaking to ANI here, Kareem said, "I appeal to the voters, particularly from Kozhikode district, to cast their vote in favour of LDF. LDF has proved its credibility by implementing all promises given during the ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) [India], April 9 (ANI): As voting begins for single-phase Assembly polls, Keralam Minister V Sivankutty on Thursday cast his vote at a polling station in Thiruvananthapuram's Mudavanmugal. Apart from Sivankutty, renowned Malyalam actor Mohanlal also stood in the queue and cast his vote. Also Read | Stocks To Buy or Sell Today, April 9, 2026: Bosch, Lupin and Poonawalla Fincorp Among Shares That May Remain in Spotlight on Thursday. Sivankutty is the Left Democratic ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday urged voters to exercise their constitutional voting right as voting across 296 seats in Keralam, Assam and Puducherry commenced earlier in the day. In an 'X' post, Kharge pointed out the rising unemployment, financial distress, and growing uncertainty within Keralam under the Left Democratic Front (LDF) regime, while highlighting the responsibility of its people to showcase the nation what "progressive thinking tru ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday urged the voters, especially the youth and women, of Assam and Kerala to come out in large numbers and exercise their franchise as the high-stakes voting begins. Polling for the high-stakes Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry commenced at 7 a.m. earlier in the day. The polling is underway for 126 Assembly seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala, and 30 in Puducherry. The results will be announced on May 4. In a ...Read More >
Kozhikode (Keralam) [India], April 9 (ANI): CPI(M) leader Elamaram Kareem on Thursday appealed to voters, particularly in Kozhikode district, to support the Left Democratic Front (LDF), asserting that the ruling alliance has fulfilled the overwhelming majority of its electoral promises. Speaking to ANI here, Kareem said, "I appeal to the voters, particularly from Kozhikode district, to cast their vote in favour of LDF. LDF has proved its credibility by implementing all promises given during the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the role of youth in nation-building, emphasising that youth are engaged in shaping a prosperous and strong India. The Prime Minister pointed out that India's heritage and culture have always taught true knowledge and its proper use, being the foundation of a nation's progress. In a post on X, he said, "Our heritage and culture have always taught us that true knowledge and its proper use form the foundation ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam): As voting begins for single-phase Assembly polls, Keralam Minister V Sivankutty on Thursday cast his vote at a polling station in Thiruvananthapuram's Mudavanmugal. Apart from Sivankutty, renowned Malyalam actor Mohanlal also stood in the queue and cast his vote. Sivankutty is the Left Democratic Front (LDF) candidate from Nemom Assembly constituency, which is witnessing a triangular contest between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress and Communist Party of ...Read More >
New Delhi: Voting for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry has begun today (9 April 2026). Although RBI has not listed April 9 in its official holiday calendar for Assam and Puducherry, the central bank has particularly mentioned bank holiday in Kerala for the General Election to Kerala Legislative Assembly 2026 on April 9. Meanwhile, as per common parlance, bank branches are usually closed on election days. Hence it is expected that branches will be closed in Assam and Puducherry to ...Read More >
New Delhi: As voting commences for the Assembly elections in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters across the three states to vote in large numbers and participate enthusiastically in the democratic process. He also did special appeal to youth and women to play an active role in shaping the future of their states. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Calling upon the people of Keralam to vote in large numbers in the 2026 Assembly elections. Record parti ...Read More >
Thrissur (Keralam) [India], April 9 (ANI): Union Minister Suresh Gopi cast his vote in the Keralam Assembly elections 2026 at the Guruvayur Devaswom English Medium School in Guruvayur South Part booth number 137 on Thursday, calling the polling day a "very important moment" for the state and urging voters to decide "diligently and then intelligently." The actor-turned-politician was among the early voters who exercised their franchise, with polling beginning at 7 am across the state amid tight ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 9 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday urged voters to come out in numbers and cast their vote, while emphasising the importance of "each vote and voice" towards building "better Assam." The response comes in the backdrop of single-phase polling, which began in Assam earlier in the day, across 126 constituencies. "Today, Assam votes and each voice matters, each vote matters in the path of building a better Assam. On the occasion of this fe ...Read More >
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Assam is going to the polls on April 9. Representational Image/Reuters Kerala, Assam and Puducherry are polling in a single phase today (April 9). Voting is being held across 126 seats in Assam, 140 in Kerala, and 30 in Puducherry, with the results declared on May 4. In Assam, 2.5 crore voters will decide the fate of 722 candidates. Around 2.7 crore electors will exercise their franchise in Kerala, with 890 candidates putting their hat in the ring. As many as 9.44 lakh voters are eligible to c ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) [India], April 9 (ANI): As voting begins for single-phase Assembly polls, Keralam Minister V Sivankutty on Thursday cast his vote at a polling station in Thiruvananthapuram's Mudavanmugal. Apart from Sivankutty, renowned Malyalam actor Mohanlal also stood in the queue and cast his vote. Sivankutty is the Left Democratic Front (LDF) candidate from Nemom Assembly constituency, which is witnessing a triangular contest between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): As voting commences for the Assembly elections in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters across the three states to vote in large numbers and participate enthusiastically in the democratic process. He also did special appeal to youth and women to play an active role in shaping the future of their states. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Calling upon the people of Keralam to vote in large numbers in the 2026 Assembly ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Polling in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry has begun at 7 am today (April 9) amid tight security as crores of voters exercise their franchise in the crucial Assembly Elections. Elections are being held in a single phase for 126 seats in Assam, 140 seats in Kerala and 30 seats in Puducherry. Voting began at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm. Police administration and security forces have been placed on high alert to ensure law and order in the two states and the Union Territory. Kerala i ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 : Polling began for high-stakes electoral battles in two states, Assam and Keralam, as ... New Delhi [India], April 9 : Polling began for high-stakes electoral battles in two states, Assam and Keralam, as well as the Union Territory of Puducherry, on Thursday at 7 am with the Election Commission making arrangements for free, fair and smooth polling. Voters queued outside polling stations to cast their votes in a single-phase assembly election. Voting will be held fo ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Polling began for high-stakes electoral battles in two states, Assam and Keralam, as well as the Union Territory of Puducherry, on Thursday at 7 am with the Election Commission making arrangements for free, fair and smooth polling. Voters queued outside polling stations to cast their votes in a single-phase assembly election. Also Read | Assam Assembly Election 2026: State Heads to Polls Today As Congress Looks To Reclaim Power. Voting will be held for 126 se ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): Polling began for high-stakes electoral battles in two states, Assam and Keralam, as well as the Union Territory of Puducherry, on Thursday at 7 am with the Election Commission making arrangements for free, fair and smooth polling. Voters queued outside polling stations to cast their votes in a single-phase assembly election. Voting will be held for 126 seats in Assam, 140 in Keralam, and 30 in Puducherry in this phase of the election. Tamil Nadu will go to th ...Read More >
Sonitpur [Assam], Apr 08 (ANI): Workers carry Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) devices, and election materials after collecting them from a distribution centre on the eve of the Assam Legislative Assembly elections in Tezpur and four other constituencies, in Sonitpur on Wednesday. (ANI Photo) | Photo Credit: ANI Kerala, Assam, Puducherry Assembly Elections Voting LIVE Updates: The high-stakes elections to the 126-member Assam assembly will be held on ...Read More >
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