A clash in Srikrushnasaran Pur, Ganjam district, between BJD and BJP supporters over posters of a candidate resulted in vandalism, road blockade, and imposition of Section 144. Nine arrests made. Khallikote, a segment reserved for Scheduled Caste candidate under Aska Lok Sabha seat, to vote on May 20.
JJP candidate Rahul Yadav Fazilpuria calls for youth leadership in politics, highlighting the revolution needed to empower the youth, who represent India's largest youth population. He engages in street-corner meetings, emphasizing efforts to increase youth participation in various fields.
Two people died and three others were injured in Noida after a speeding BMW X4 rammed into an e-rickshaw. The deceased were identified as Mohammad Mustafa and Rashmi, while the injured included Rajendra, Pawan, and Suraj, who are undergoing treatment. Two individuals, Tushar and Adi, were arrested, and one, Aman Sisodia, fled the scene.
Congress-led INDIA bloc, led by Jairam Ramesh, counters BJP's '400 paar slogan' by portraying Modi as 'outgoing PM' in Ranchi. The narrative focuses on key issues like jobs, inflation, and social justice, highlighting BJP's accusations of appeasement politics and pro-Muslim stance in their manifesto.
Heer Ghetiya, a 16-year-old girl from Morbi, passed away in Rajkot after battling a brain hemorrhage. Her family donated her body and eyes for organ donation. Bhavna Mandli and Dr. Divyesh Viroja played key roles in facilitating organ donations.
A clash between a BJP supporter and BJD supporters at Sri Krushna Saranapur in Ganjam district's Khallikote police station limits led to one fatality and injuries to seven others. The incident is believed to be pre-poll violence over disputes about candidate posters.
Former JNU Students' Union president Kanhaiya Kumar, fielded by Congress in North East Delhi, criticizes BJP and PM Modi, highlighting national and local issues. He discusses coordination with AAP, alliance with Arvind Kejriwal, and countering labels like 'tukde-tukde gang'. Kanhaiya emphasizes worker enthusiasm, party support, and defeating BJP on every seat.
Six of a family died in a road accident in Keonjhar district near Rimuli. The car collided with an iron-loaded truck on National Highway 520 while heading towards Barbil. Victims included Heralal Palei and family returning from Taramakanta in Banspal block after attending a marriage party. The victims were four women and two men.