BJP POLL PROSPECTS
Amit Shah arrives in Tamil Nadu's Madurai to rev up party machinery for 2026 Assembly poll
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's second visit to Tamil Nadu in two months aims to strengthen the BJP's position before the 2026 Assembly election. Amidst alliance challenges within the NDA, including leadership disputes in the PMK and discontent from the DMDK, Shah's visit seeks to consolidate allies and strategize for victory against the ruling DMK.
Possible tie-up between Thackeray cousins unlikely to hit BJP's poll prospects: Party survey
BJP anticipates upcoming Mumbai civic body elections. An internal survey suggests a potential alliance between Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray's MNS will not significantly impact BJP's chances. The survey highlights BJP's strong voter base and leadership. It also notes the reduced influence of Uddhav Thackeray's party after a split.
Recreating Bal Thackeray's voice and making Saamana anchor, Sena (UBT) banks big time on AI
Shiv Sena (UBT) is increasingly using AI for upcoming Maharashtra civic polls. The party recreated Bal Thackeray's voice using AI at a Nashik event. Saamana, Shiv Sena (UBT)'s mouthpiece, introduced 'Tejasvi AI', Marathi media's first AI anchor. Anil Desai, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP, uses AI for data analysis. Aaditya Thackeray is credited for promoting AI use within the party.
As Uddhav Thackeray-Raj Thackeray reunion buzz gains traction, Sena (UBT), MNS leaders say it's easier said than done
Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray may reconcile after two decades. Leaders from Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS are considering a reunion. Both parties face electoral challenges. Personal ties and organizational synergy are key hurdles. The Thackeray cousins are currently abroad. Their return could lead to significant political developments in Maharashtra. Discussions about seat-sharing and ideological differences are ongoing.
BJP holds meet to discuss organisational reshuffle; Presidential polls after April 20
The BJP is expected to begin the election process for its national president after April 20, with key state president announcements for Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal anticipated soon. A recent high-level meeting, attended by PM Modi and other top leaders, focused on organizational reshuffling and the national president election.
Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK, BJP to fight polls together under Edappadi Palaniswami, says Amit Shah
In a significant announcement, BJP leader Amit Shah declared that the AIADMK and BJP will contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections together as part of the NDA. Addressing a joint press conference, Shah stated that Edappadi K. Palaniswami will lead the NDA in the state.
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Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai opts out of 'state leadership race' ahead of party's internal polls
K Annamalai, Tamil Nadu BJP chief, declared he is not vying for re-election in the upcoming internal polls. The election for the next state unit chief is planned for this month. Speculations arise about a renewed AIADMK-BJP alliance amidst ongoing political maneuvers.
Chhath Puja Row: Assam CM asks both sides to mend differences
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urged the two communities in Tinsukia to resolve their differences over Chhath puja, warning that prolonged conflicts could deter investments in the state. Ministers will visit the area after panchayat polls to mediate and find a solution.
Astrologer predicts Delhi election winner along with exit polls
Exit polls predict a likely win for BJP over AAP in the Delhi Assembly elections, with some suggesting a close contest. Official results will be declared on February 8. Astrologers also forecast an AAP victory due to favorable celestial alignments. The final results will determine Delhi's administration for the next five years.
Jharkhand tough state but BJP hopeful of good results: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma considers BJP's prospects for the upcoming Jharkhand assembly elections challenging but remains hopeful. Busy with Jharkhand, he hasn’t focused on Assam’s November 13 by-polls. Jharkhand polling is on November 13 and 20, with results on November 23.
BJP, RSS leaders to put heads together in Bengaluru on Friday as assembly polls near
BJP national general secretary in-charge of Karnataka Arun Singh, state unit president Nalinkumar Kateel and some select ministers will attend the meeting. A few MLAs are also said to have been invited.
Asom Gana Parishad to contest assembly polls in alliance with BJP
Opposing the Citizenship Amendment Act, AGP walked out of the BJP led government on January 8 last year. Just before Lok Sabha polls AGP renewed its alliance with BJP. Three ministers of AGP renewed their offices.
Congress issue with citizenship bill helped BJP, says Himanta Biswa Sarma.
"Development work initiated by Modi had tremendous impact on people and their lives; Modi-Shah combination will lead the party and the country for another 25 years," said Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Priyanka Gandhi will make no difference to BJP's poll prospects in UP: Yogi Adityanath
Yogi Adityanath also claimed that the "fledgling" SP-BSP alliance is already "embroiled in dispute".
4-phase polls announced in Odisha to help BJP: BJD spokesman
There is no logic behind holding the elections in four phases in Odisha, the BJD leader said, adding the Maoist problem is also almost ended in the state.
Rajinikanth's poltical debut may open doors for BJP in Tamil Nadu
Rajinikanth has, however, clarified that his party’s support during the Parliamentary Elections in 2019 would be decided closer to the poll dates.
Amit Shah kicks off plan for Lok Sabha polls, to focus on ‘winnable’ seats
As part of the strategy, party chief Amit Shah asked leaders to focus on the 150 seats which the party lost in the 2014 election, sources in the BJP said.
Lack of Muslim support has not hurt BJP's poll prospects
The caste arithmetic did defeat BJP, but that the `mahagathbandhan' fell apart in 20 months is testimony to Nitish's discomfiture with graft controversies surrounding Lalu and his clan.
Amit Shah to visit Tamil Nadu tomorrow
Shah is scheduled to attend a function involving Kanchi seer Jayendra Saraswathi here and is also likely to meet senior office-bearers of the state unit.
Amit Shah rally on November 30 cancelled
BJP president Amit Shah's rally in the city on November 30 was called off today.
BJP will get comfortable majority in Bihar polls: Najma Heptulla
She said the BJP-led NDA government was only focussing on development as its election plank and accused the opposition parties of playing up communal issues.
BJP's prospects will be hampered in Bihar polls: Sitaram Yechury
"This (the remarks) will certainly hamper BJP's prospects as the party was also looking for support from Dalit population," Yechury told reporters here yesterday.
Bihar polls: Opposition’s scatter brightens BJP's prospects in the state
The party is hoping that its traditional upper caste base will be bolstered not just by the Dalits and Koeris base of its current allies.
Lok Sabha polls 2014: BJP jittery on poll prospects, claims Congress
BJP has become jittery about its prospects in Lok Sabha polls in the last few days which was reflected in Narendra Modi's language "bordering on obscenity and defamatory", Congress claimed today.
Strong undercurrents against Narendra Modi, BJP government unlikely: NCP
There are "strong undercurrents" against BJP PM nominee Narendra Modi which will severely dent BJP's poll prospects, an NCP spokesman said.
Lok Sabha polls: Top BJP, Congress leaders to launch blitzkreig in Karnataka
Top Congress and BJP leaders will launch a blitzkreig in Karnataka from tomorrow seeking to give a big thrust to the chances their parties in the April 17 Lok Sabha polls.
Priyanka Gandhi 'turning active' won't help Congress in polls: BJP
BJP said Priyanka Gandhi "turning active" in politics is an internal matter of Congress but it will not improve the party's poll prospects.
Narendra Modi's popularity will boost prospects in Assembly polls: BJP
With the Election Commission announcing the poll schedule in five states, BJP today said though local issues will dominate these elections.
JD(U)'s snapping of ties not to affect BJP's poll prospects
In fact, JD(U)'s breaking away from BJP has allowed the latter enough space to breathe and take decision on its own,Sinha said while addressing a press conference here.
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