<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title>Elections-News-Economic Times</title><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections</link><description><![CDATA[Elections 2025: Read the latest Elections news and updates on The Economic Times. Get updates on General Elections, Lok Sabha elections, assembly elections, election 2025 dates, elections Exit Polls, opinion polls, elections results, and more.]]> </description><language>en-gb</language><lastBuildDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 23:47:05 +0530</lastBuildDate><atom:link type="application/rss+xml" rel="self" href="https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/rssfeeds/65869819.cms"/><copyright>Copyright:(C) 2026 Bennett Coleman and Co. Ltd, http://info.indiatimes.com/terms/tou.html</copyright><docs>http://syndication.indiatimes.com/</docs><image><title>Economic Times</title><url>https://img.etimg.com/thumb/msid-76939477,width-600,height-60/economictimes.jpg</url><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections</link></image><item><title><![CDATA['Mann smelled of alcohol in Parliament by 11 am', Rahul launches all-out attack on AAP at Sangrur rally]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Rahul Gandhi launched a campaign rally in Sangrur where he criticised Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Aam Aadmi Party for failing to address drug issues. He recalled earlier discussions about Punjab's drug crisis and asserted that AAP made promises but has not delivered results. Gandhi also expressed his disdain for BJP's tactics in Parliament, challenging Prime Minister Modi to debate openly on national issues.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/mann-smelled-of-alcohol-in-parliament-by-11-am-rahul-launches-all-out-attack-on-aap-at-sangrur-rally/articleshow/135539845.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135539845,imgsize-81298.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/mann-smelled-of-alcohol-in-parliament-by-11-am-rahul-launches-all-out-attack-on-aap-at-sangrur-rally/articleshow/135539845.cms</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 18:16:36 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[BJP winning since 2014, SIR came just now: Ravi Kishan slams oppn's 'vote theft' pitch]]> </title><description><![CDATA[BJP MP Ravi Kishan questioned the opposition's allegations of electoral roll irregularities during a recent event in Gorakhpur. He claimed the BJP has consistently won elections since 2014, attributing their success to government policies. Kishan accused the opposition of engaging in divisive politics that threatens national stability. He highlighted the development achievements under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, specifically regarding law and order improvements.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjp-winning-since-2014-sir-came-just-now-ravi-kishan-slams-oppns-vote-theft-pitch/articleshow/135533527.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135533527,imgsize-98966.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjp-winning-since-2014-sir-came-just-now-ravi-kishan-slams-oppns-vote-theft-pitch/articleshow/135533527.cms</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 14:52:11 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Punjab poll shake-up: 3 AAP MLAs join BJP to give Kejriwal's party a jolt before 2027 elections]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Three former leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party resigned and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party recently. Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra and Chetan Singh Jouramajra left AAP due to dissatisfaction over candidate selections. Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh also resigned from his seat in the Punjab Legislative Assembly. The recent actions highlight growing dissent within AAP as they prepare for upcoming elections.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/punjab-poll-shake-up-3-aap-mlas-join-bjp-to-give-kejriwal-partys-a-jolt-before-2027-elections/articleshow/135451292.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135451292,imgsize-98312.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/punjab-poll-shake-up-3-aap-mlas-join-bjp-to-give-kejriwal-partys-a-jolt-before-2027-elections/articleshow/135451292.cms</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 11:47:08 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilibhit voter roll: UP CEO directs statewide deactivation of ECINET IDs for data operators]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Navdeep Rinwa, the Chief Electoral Officer, instructed the deactivation of certain login IDs used in voter registration. This decision followed complaints regarding misuse of credentials in Pilibhit, leading to a verified inquiry. A computer assistant allegedly entered thousands of voter detail changes without supporting documents. Legal action has been initiated against several officials attributed to these irregularities. Compliance reports are expected from district election officers regarding the actions taken.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/pilibhit-voter-roll-up-ceo-directs-statewide-deactivation-of-ecinet-ids-for-data-operators/articleshow/135420662.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135420662,imgsize-49180.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/pilibhit-voter-roll-up-ceo-directs-statewide-deactivation-of-ecinet-ids-for-data-operators/articleshow/135420662.cms</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:49:54 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[AAP candidates list Punjab elections 2027: 40 candidates announced, Bhagwant Mann to contest from Dhuri; check full list]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Punjab Election: AAP candidate list with 40 candidates for the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections scheduled for 2027. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will contest from Dhuri, while Kultar Singh Sandhwan will run from Kotkapura. This early announcement allows candidates to establish themselves in their constituencies. Notable candidates include Finance Minister Harpal Singh and Sanjeev Arora from Ludhiana West. The Election Commission has yet to announce the election schedule.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/aap-names-40-candidates-for-punjab-polls-2027-bhagwant-mann-to-contest-from-dhuri-check-full-list/articleshow/135391790.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135391790,imgsize-71246.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/aap-names-40-candidates-for-punjab-polls-2027-bhagwant-mann-to-contest-from-dhuri-check-full-list/articleshow/135391790.cms</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:24:02 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court asks poll panel to examine bulk filing of Form 7 in Uttar Pradesh]]> </title><description><![CDATA[The direction came after the court was informed about alleged irregularities in the filing of Form 7 applications, including instances in which a large number of objections were submitted against voters belonging to a particular community.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/supreme-court-asks-poll-panel-to-examine-bulk-filing-of-form-7-in-uttar-pradesh/articleshow/135376088.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135376088,imgsize-979251.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/supreme-court-asks-poll-panel-to-examine-bulk-filing-of-form-7-in-uttar-pradesh/articleshow/135376088.cms</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:41:50 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amit Shah lays out UP poll agenda: UCC and Hindutva]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Amit Shah praised CM Yogi Adityanath's law-and-order record and implementation of central welfare schemes, amid speculation over differences between the state leadership and the BJP's central leadership. Addressing BJP's state executive meeting in Lucknow, Shah asked party workers to put aside all doubts and distractions and focus single-mindedly on the party's victory.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/amit-shah-lays-out-up-poll-agenda-ucc-and-hindutva/articleshow/135375882.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135375882,imgsize-2714336.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/amit-shah-lays-out-up-poll-agenda-ucc-and-hindutva/articleshow/135375882.cms</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:34:44 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adityanath saved Gorakhpur seat at cost of Varanasi in UP MLC polls: Akhilesh Yadav]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Akhilesh Yadav criticized Yogi Adityanath for securing a win in Gorakhpur at the expense of Varanasi. He alleged that the BJP's victories resulted from manipulation, leading to losses in several regions. Yadav congratulated SP candidates for their successful campaigns, highlighting their commitment to democracy and social justice. He invoked historical figures to emphasize the importance of people's voice in governance.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/akhilesh-accuses-adityanath-of-sacrificing-varanasi-for-gorakhpur-victory-in-up-mlc-polls/articleshow/135355970.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135355970,imgsize-46528.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/akhilesh-accuses-adityanath-of-sacrificing-varanasi-for-gorakhpur-victory-in-up-mlc-polls/articleshow/135355970.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:54:53 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Manipur CM N Biren Singh says BJP must regain Manipur's trust, flags infighting ahead of polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[N Biren Singh emphasizes the need for the BJP government in Manipur to regain public confidence before elections. He criticizes the current government's handling of ongoing violence and issues related to illegal immigration. Singh highlights a strong public demand for his return as chief minister and expresses concerns over the party's ability to connect with voters.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/manipur/ex-manipur-cm-n-biren-singh-says-bjp-must-regain-manipurs-trust-flags-infighting-ahead-of-polls/articleshow/135354786.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135354786,imgsize-128868.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/manipur/ex-manipur-cm-n-biren-singh-says-bjp-must-regain-manipurs-trust-flags-infighting-ahead-of-polls/articleshow/135354786.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:20:22 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SP's Ram Gopal Yadav alleges BJP workers colluding with UP officials to delete votes]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Ram Gopal Yadav of the Samajwadi Party recently accused officials of manipulating voter lists for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections. He alleged that some officials are colluding with BJP workers to delete votes of SP supporters. The claims include a target of deleting around 10,000 SP votes from each assembly constituency. Uttar Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer has requested specific details to conduct an inquiry into these allegations.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/sps-ram-gopal-yadav-alleges-bjp-workers-colluding-with-up-officials-to-delete-votes/articleshow/135352086.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135352086,imgsize-89924.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/sps-ram-gopal-yadav-alleges-bjp-workers-colluding-with-up-officials-to-delete-votes/articleshow/135352086.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:12:58 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amit Shah kicks off UP BJP's state working committee meeting ahead of polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Amit Shah started the State Working Committee meeting for the BJP in Uttar Pradesh as elections approach. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Pankaj Chaudhary, the state BJP president. Key leaders, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, were present at the event in Lucknow. Shah paid tributes to significant BJP figures during the meeting's proceedings. This gathering aims to strategize for the upcoming electoral contest in the state.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/amit-shah-kicks-off-up-bjps-state-working-committee-meeting-ahead-of-polls/articleshow/135351375.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135351375,imgsize-156388.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/amit-shah-kicks-off-up-bjps-state-working-committee-meeting-ahead-of-polls/articleshow/135351375.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:52:30 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uttar Pradesh MLC polls: BJP wins 6 seats, Samajwadi Party bags 5 as final results out]]> </title><description><![CDATA[The BJP won six of the eleven seats in the Uttar Pradesh legislative council elections while the Samajwadi Party won five. Notably, the SP claimed victories in key constituencies including Varanasi and Lucknow. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav interpreted the results as a setback for the BJP ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. The elections were held on October 23, with counting commencing shortly after.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/uttar-pradesh-mlc-polls-bjp-wins-6-seats-samajwadi-party-bags-5-as-final-results-out/articleshow/135322703.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135322703,imgsize-116838.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/uttar-pradesh-mlc-polls-bjp-wins-6-seats-samajwadi-party-bags-5-as-final-results-out/articleshow/135322703.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:27:28 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manipur begins poll preparations, appoints 11 nodal officers for 2027 elections]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Preparations for the 2027 Legislative Assembly elections are now underway at the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer in Manipur. Nodal officers have been assigned to coordinate various activities essential for the electoral process. A comprehensive review of election readiness was conducted by senior Election Commission officials across all 16 districts. Furthermore, a workshop focusing on the reliability of Electronic Voting Machines has been carried out.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/manipur/manipur-begins-poll-preparations-appoints-11-nodal-officers-for-2027-elections/articleshow/135269415.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135269415,imgsize-134322.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/manipur/manipur-begins-poll-preparations-appoints-11-nodal-officers-for-2027-elections/articleshow/135269415.cms</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:54:22 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[EC issues guidelines for officers' transfer or posting ahead of UP polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[The Election Commission has released guidelines for transferring officials engaged in election-related duties. These guidelines aim to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process for the upcoming 2027 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly Polls. Officers who have served in the same district for three years must be transferred out. A report detailing actions taken must be submitted to the Election Commission by November 30.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/ec-issues-guidelines-for-officers-transfer-or-posting-ahead-of-up-polls/articleshow/135251285.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135251285,imgsize-146314.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/ec-issues-guidelines-for-officers-transfer-or-posting-ahead-of-up-polls/articleshow/135251285.cms</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:31:56 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA["Let them lose security deposits": Punjab CM Mann targets Rahul Gandhi ahead of Sangrur rally]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticised Congress leadership in anticipation of Rahul Gandhi's rally. He noted that previous Congress campaigns resulted in heavy losses in the region. Mann humorously referred to a recent event showing disunity within the party and its lack of progress. He expressed support for improved relations with Pakistan while mentioning the upcoming Gurpurab of Guru Nanak.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/let-them-lose-security-deposits-punjab-cm-mann-targets-rahul-gandhi-ahead-of-sangrur-rally/articleshow/135236501.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135236501,imgsize-174487.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/let-them-lose-security-deposits-punjab-cm-mann-targets-rahul-gandhi-ahead-of-sangrur-rally/articleshow/135236501.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:24:31 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[UP cabinet approves cashless medical cover of up to Rs 5 lakh for 1.70 lakh non-teaching staff]]> </title><description><![CDATA[The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Tuesday approved cashless medical treatment of up to Rs 5 lakh for 1,70,366 non-teaching employees associated with secondary and basic education institutions. The state government will spend around Rs 51.11 crore annually on insurance premiums, with eligible dependent family members also covered under the scheme.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/up-cabinet-approves-cashless-medical-cover-of-up-to-rs-5-lakh-for-1-70-lakh-non-teaching-staff/articleshow/135229442.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135229442,imgsize-44036.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/up-cabinet-approves-cashless-medical-cover-of-up-to-rs-5-lakh-for-1-70-lakh-non-teaching-staff/articleshow/135229442.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:40:45 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clash between AAP and Congress MLAs at Punjab Vidhan Sabha; Congress leaders stopped at entry]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Tensions between Punjab's Aam Aadmi Party and the Congress escalated during a session of the Legislative Assembly. Congress MLAs were blocked from entering, leading to protests and an altercation with AAP members. Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa condemned the blockade, highlighting the absence of the Speaker's signature on the notice. Congress members burned the ruling party's symbol outside the Assembly to protest government failures.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/clash-between-aap-and-congress-mlas-at-punjab-vidhan-sabha-congress-leaders-stopped-at-entry/articleshow/135227824.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135227824,imgsize-76264.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/clash-between-aap-and-congress-mlas-at-punjab-vidhan-sabha-congress-leaders-stopped-at-entry/articleshow/135227824.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:06:49 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rahul Gandhi to hold 'Hisab Maango' rally in Punjab on November 4]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Rahul Gandhi's rally in Sangrur, Punjab, on November 4 will launch the Congress party's campaign for the upcoming 2027 Assembly elections. Senior Congress leaders have criticised the current state government over issues like law and order and drug problems.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/rahul-gandhi-to-hold-hisab-maango-rally-in-punjab-on-november-4/articleshow/135207381.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135207381,imgsize-66250.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/rahul-gandhi-to-hold-hisab-maango-rally-in-punjab-on-november-4/articleshow/135207381.cms</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:28:52 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[AIMIM will make every effort to ensure BJP govt is not formed in UP: Owaisi]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Asaduddin Owaisi addressed a public meeting in Shamli district's Kairana to express his party's objectives. He stated that AIMIM aims to ensure a BJP government does not form in Uttar Pradesh. Owaisi emphasized his opposition to Yogi Adityanath serving a third term as Chief Minister. He criticized the silence of opposition parties on issues affecting minorities and weaker sections.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/uttar-pradesh-elections-aimim-will-make-every-effort-to-ensure-bjp-govt-is-not-formed-in-up-owaisi/articleshow/135201266.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135201266,imgsize-72004.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/uttar-pradesh-elections-aimim-will-make-every-effort-to-ensure-bjp-govt-is-not-formed-in-up-owaisi/articleshow/135201266.cms</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:15:28 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SP has finalised seat-sharing formula, announcement soon: SP MP Ramashankar Rajbhar]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Samajwadi Party MP Ramashankar Rajbhar has said the party has finalised its seat-sharing formula for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, with details expected to be announced soon. He also said the SP would release its manifesto on November 26. His statement comes days after Congress leader Rajendra Pal Gautam said a committee would discuss seat-sharing within the INDIA bloc.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/sp-has-finalised-seat-sharing-formula-announcement-soon-sp-mp-ramashankar-rajbhar/articleshow/135167674.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135167674,imgsize-101328.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/sp-has-finalised-seat-sharing-formula-announcement-soon-sp-mp-ramashankar-rajbhar/articleshow/135167674.cms</guid><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 15:38:29 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uttar Pradesh: Congress seeks over 175 Seats from Samajwadi Party]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Congress has approached Samajwadi Party regarding contesting a significant number of seats in Uttar Pradesh. While Congress has proposed 175 to 200 seats, Samajwadi Party considers this demand excessive for the party's strength. Currently, Congress holds only two seats in the UP assembly of 403 members. The leadership of both parties will meet for discussions on seat-sharing arrangements.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/lok-sabha/uttar-pradesh/uttar-pradesh-congress-seeks-over-175-seats-from-samajwadi-party/articleshow/135155642.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135155642,imgsize-222348.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/lok-sabha/uttar-pradesh/uttar-pradesh-congress-seeks-over-175-seats-from-samajwadi-party/articleshow/135155642.cms</guid><pubDate>Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:56:35 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sukhbir Badal's alliance pitch puts BJP-SAD reunion back in focus]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Earlier in August, Badal's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his office in Parliament House had triggered speculation about the possibility of the regional party joining hands with the BJP again. The SAD had snapped its 24-year-old alliance with the BJP in September 2020 over the now-scrapped three farm laws.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/sukhbir-badals-alliance-pitch-puts-bjp-sad-reunion-back-in-focus/articleshow/135152882.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135152882,imgsize-134616.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/sukhbir-badals-alliance-pitch-puts-bjp-sad-reunion-back-in-focus/articleshow/135152882.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:34:27 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands march against SIR, demand CEC's resignation; over 100 detained]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of protesters, including farmers and students, marched towards the Election Commission of India headquarters on Friday. Demonstrators expressed their concerns over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, which they believe could disenfranchise millions. Police detained over 100 protesters as they attempted to breach barricades near the ECI. Various organizations have planned demonstrations in multiple cities in response to these issues.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/lok-sabha/india/thousands-march-against-sir-demand-cecs-resignation-over-100-detained/articleshow/135149890.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135149890,imgsize-246234.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/lok-sabha/india/thousands-march-against-sir-demand-cecs-resignation-over-100-detained/articleshow/135149890.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:11:05 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Election Commission  reviews poll preparedness in Manipur ahewad of upcoming assembly elections]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Senior officers from the Election Commission of India conducted a review of the poll preparedness in Manipur. During the review, representatives from all 16 districts presented their election readiness to the delegation. The final electoral rolls revealed an increase in registered women voters compared to men, contributing to a higher gender ratio. Ongoing ethnic violence has led to significant casualties and displacement within the state.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/manipur/election-commission-reviews-poll-preparedness-in-manipur-ahewad-of-upcoming-assembly-elections/articleshow/135145970.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135145970,imgsize-117770.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/manipur/election-commission-reviews-poll-preparedness-in-manipur-ahewad-of-upcoming-assembly-elections/articleshow/135145970.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:14:18 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Punjab polls: Sukhbir Singh Badal says open to alliance with parties that agree with SAD's ideology]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Sukhbir Singh Badal, the chief of Shiromani Akali Dal, voices concerns over the governance of Punjab by AAP and Congress. He emphasizes the need for a reunion with other parties that align with their ideology. Badal also highlights issues surrounding the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota and calls for the dismissal of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/punjab-polls-sukhbir-singh-badal-says-open-to-alliance-with-parties-that-agree-with-sads-ideology/articleshow/135143811.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135143811,imgsize-128534.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/punjab-polls-sukhbir-singh-badal-says-open-to-alliance-with-parties-that-agree-with-sads-ideology/articleshow/135143811.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:43:29 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owaisi preaching in UP what he never practised at home, alleges Congress leader]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Congress leader Mohammad Waliullah Sameer has openly criticized Asaduddin Owaisi's political assertions in Uttar Pradesh. He highlighted the AIMIM president's failure to nurture new Muslim leaders within Telangana, pointing out that AIMIM contested a mere nine constituencies out of 119 in the latest elections. Sameer argues that political dominance remains unchallenged, with many Muslims still facing significant difficulties in representation.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/owaisi-preaching-in-up-what-he-never-practised-at-home-alleges-congres-leader/articleshow/135143107.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135143107,imgsize-55648.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/owaisi-preaching-in-up-what-he-never-practised-at-home-alleges-congres-leader/articleshow/135143107.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:09:47 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[No political family faced as much injustice as Azam Khan: Akhilesh Yadav after meeting jailed leader]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Akhilesh Yadav visited Azam Khan in Rampur jail, discussing the political injustices faced by Khan's family. He criticised the BJP government for allegedly pursuing a vendetta against Khan and undermining education. Yadav conveyed that they talked about the upcoming assembly elections and suggested ideas from party allies. He stressed on the need for social justice, stating the Samajwadi Party's commitment to defeating BJP in future elections.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/no-political-family-faced-as-much-injustice-as-azam-khan-akhilesh-yadav-after-meeting-jailed-leader/articleshow/135116671.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135116671,imgsize-69154.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/no-political-family-faced-as-much-injustice-as-azam-khan-akhilesh-yadav-after-meeting-jailed-leader/articleshow/135116671.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:30:28 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amit Shah visits Punjab, meets family of Batala man who died in incident linked to drug menace]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Punjab to meet families impacted by the drug crisis in the state. He assured the family of Bikramjit Singh that justice would be served following his tragic death. Shah's visit included meetings with families of other victims of drug-related incidents in Punjab. The Punjab Chief Minister responded by stating that the Jhota murder case would be handed to the CBI.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/amit-shah-visits-punjab-meets-family-of-batala-man-who-died-in-incident-linked-to-drug-menace/articleshow/135066085.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135066085,imgsize-95610.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/amit-shah-visits-punjab-meets-family-of-batala-man-who-died-in-incident-linked-to-drug-menace/articleshow/135066085.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:35:21 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[BJP UP chief Pankaj Chaudhary meets Raja Bhaiya in outreach exercise ahead of 2027 polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Pankaj Chaudhary, the newly appointed BJP president of Uttar Pradesh, visited Raja Bhaiya on October 18. Their meeting was described as a courteous interaction and demonstrated mutual respect between the leaders. Raja Bhaiya has been an influential political figure in Kunda since 1993 and has maintained his independent political identity. The Jansatta Dal Loktantrik currently holds two MLA seats in the region, sharing its strength with the Congress.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjp-up-chief-pankaj-chaudhary-meets-raja-bhaiya-in-outreach-exercise-ahead-of-2027-polls/articleshow/135065503.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135065503,imgsize-75650.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjp-up-chief-pankaj-chaudhary-meets-raja-bhaiya-in-outreach-exercise-ahead-of-2027-polls/articleshow/135065503.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:22:28 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shiromani Akali Dal's three-phase yatra to begin &amp; end at religious places]]> </title><description><![CDATA[SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal will launch the first phase on November 10 from Talwandi Sabo, covering more than 65 assembly constituencies in the Malwa region. The yatra will cover two constituencies every day, with Badal travelling by road in a specially designed bus and addressing party workers and gatherings along the route.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/shiromani-akali-dals-three-phase-yatra-to-begin-end-at-religious-places/articleshow/135055801.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135055801,imgsize-.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/shiromani-akali-dals-three-phase-yatra-to-begin-end-at-religious-places/articleshow/135055801.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:56:42 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amit Shah's Punjab visit puts drug crisis in focus ahead of polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Shah will travel to Mansa, Sangrur and Gurdaspur to meet the families of Parvinder Singh Jhota, Gulzar Singh and Bikramjit Singh. The visit comes days after the Ministry of Home Affairs sought detailed reports from the Punjab government on the three cases.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/amit-shahs-punjab-visit-puts-drug-crisis-in-focus-ahead-of-polls/articleshow/135055555.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135055555,imgsize-70268.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/amit-shahs-punjab-visit-puts-drug-crisis-in-focus-ahead-of-polls/articleshow/135055555.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:34:36 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[BJP may drop 30-40% of Uttar Pradesh MLAs ahead of 2027 polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[In the 2022 assembly polls, retained BJP candidates had an 85% strike rate, compared with 77% for those brought in to replace the sitting MLAs. The 2024 Lok Sabha results told a different story: New candidates who replaced sitting MPs won 11 of 16 seats while only 20 of the 46 incumbents won.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjp-may-drop-30-40-of-uttar-pradesh-mlas-ahead-of-2027-polls/articleshow/135055215.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135055215,imgsize-.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjp-may-drop-30-40-of-uttar-pradesh-mlas-ahead-of-2027-polls/articleshow/135055215.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:16:52 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[SP, Congress hit back at Owaisi over call for Muslim youth to break from political dynasties]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Asaduddin Owaisi addressed a political event in Rampur, urging Muslim youth to seek leadership roles. He criticized reliance on traditional political families like the Nehru-Gandhi and Yadav dynasties. Various political leaders responded, indicating that Owaisi's statements might reflect a divisive agenda. The exchanges come ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections scheduled for early 2027. Owaisi seeks to ally with opposition parties to challenge the ruling BJP in future elections.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/sp-congress-hit-back-at-owaisi-over-call-for-muslim-youth-to-break-from-political-dynasties/articleshow/135046574.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135046574,imgsize-105784.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/sp-congress-hit-back-at-owaisi-over-call-for-muslim-youth-to-break-from-political-dynasties/articleshow/135046574.cms</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:12:40 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[UP elections: Samajwadi Party to launch 2027 polls manifesto on November 26]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Akhilesh Yadav, president of the Samajwadi Party, announced plans to release a manifesto on November 26. This manifesto will coincide with Constitution Day and is titled 'Jan-Man Manifesto'. Yadav emphasized that the manifesto aims to support backward classes, Dalits, and minorities. The party will prepare district-specific manifestos for all 75 districts in Uttar Pradesh.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/up-elections-samajwadi-party-to-launch-2027-polls-manifesto-on-november-26/articleshow/135042248.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135042248,imgsize-105176.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/up-elections-samajwadi-party-to-launch-2027-polls-manifesto-on-november-26/articleshow/135042248.cms</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:26:46 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA['Twelve years, 12 questions': Akhilesh Yadav targets Centre on banking problems in India]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Akhilesh Yadav has posed twelve significant questions to the Centre about the current state of the banking sector. His concerns highlight issues like bank privatisation, high fees, and the challenges faced by customers. He queries the closure of rural branches and the accessibility of loans for young borrowers and small traders. Yadav also addresses cyber fraud, loan interest rates, and the pressure on bank employees affecting customer service.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/twelve-years-12-questions-akhilesh-yadav-targets-centre-on-banking-problems-in-india/articleshow/135009209.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-135009209,imgsize-64888.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/twelve-years-12-questions-akhilesh-yadav-targets-centre-on-banking-problems-in-india/articleshow/135009209.cms</guid><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:17:50 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug menace in Punjab at 'alarming level', state needs govt that can keep people safe: Nitin Nabin]]> </title><description><![CDATA[BJP president Nitin Nabin targeted the AAP government in Punjab and said the drug crisis has reached an "alarming level." He emphasised the need for decisive action against miscreants and said the people of Punjab deserve accountability. Nabin raised recent drug-related murders, alleging that there was a collapse of law and order in the state. He also questioned the safety of anti-drug activists in Punjab.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/drug-menace-in-punjab-at-alarming-level-state-needs-govt-that-can-keep-people-safe-nitin-nabin/articleshow/134988692.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134988692,imgsize-70284.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/drug-menace-in-punjab-at-alarming-level-state-needs-govt-that-can-keep-people-safe-nitin-nabin/articleshow/134988692.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:35:54 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will form govt in Punjab 100 pc; no CM face, Congress fighting as team under 'unifying' Pargat: Sachin Pilot]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Sachin Pilot asserted confidence in the Congress forming the next Punjab government, emphasizing the party's united front led by Pargat Singh. He highlighted the lack of a chief ministerial face while affirming that the party would decide leadership after elections, noting strong competition from AAP and the weakened position of SAD and BJP.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/will-form-govt-in-punjab-100-pc-no-cm-face-congress-fighting-as-team-under-unifying-pargat-sachin-pilot/articleshow/134969004.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134969004,imgsize-142202.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/will-form-govt-in-punjab-100-pc-no-cm-face-congress-fighting-as-team-under-unifying-pargat-sachin-pilot/articleshow/134969004.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:44:30 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA['Anything is possible in politics': Sachin Pilot on Captain Amarinder's Congress return speculation]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Sachin Pilot spoke about the possibility of Captain Amarinder Singh returning to the Congress party. He recognized Singh's contributions to Punjab and acknowledged his significant stature in politics. While Singh expressed dissatisfaction with the BJP, he has not indicated a definitive intention to leave the party. The speculation about his political future heightened after recent statements made by Singh and Rahul Gandhi.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/anything-is-possible-in-politics-pilot-on-captain-amarinders-congress-return-speculation/articleshow/134967773.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134967773,imgsize-142202.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/anything-is-possible-in-politics-pilot-on-captain-amarinders-congress-return-speculation/articleshow/134967773.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:46:41 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[PDA-Muslim Yadav-Gen Z combination will wipe out BJP: Akhilesh Yadav]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav aims to broaden the anti-BJP coalition in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. He says the unison of Muslim-Yadav, backward classes and a growing number of disgruntled Gen Z voters would remove BJP from power. Yadav questions why people in plain clothes who attacked the protestors were not arrested. The SP leader also accuses the Centre of failing to protect Indian citizens during the conflict between the United States and Iran.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/pda-muslim-yadav-gen-z-combination-will-wipe-out-bjp-akhilesh-yadav/articleshow/134966074.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134966074,imgsize-79872.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/pda-muslim-yadav-gen-z-combination-will-wipe-out-bjp-akhilesh-yadav/articleshow/134966074.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:05:29 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-IAS officer Divya Mittal announces new party, to contest 2027 UP polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Divya Mittal, a former IAS officer, has announced her new political party, Jan Neeti Bharat. She plans for the party to contest the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections scheduled in 2027. The party intends to focus on making people central to policymaking and ensuring government accountability. Mittal emphasizes that citizens should have a ruling role rather than being ruled by politics.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/ex-ias-officer-divya-mittal-announces-new-party-to-contest-2027-up-polls/articleshow/134962292.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134962292,imgsize-96534.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/ex-ias-officer-divya-mittal-announces-new-party-to-contest-2027-up-polls/articleshow/134962292.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:07:01 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[CM Adityanath takes a dig at Akhilesh Yadav, says leaders who wake up at noon cannot serve people]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath attacked Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav over his alleged routine of waking at noon. Such a person, according to the CM, cannot meet the needs of the public. He also quipped about representatives who, after winning elections, never return to their constituencies. Adityanath also talked about the need for elected representatives to work with the public to ensure effective rendering of services.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/cm-adityanath-takes-a-dig-at-akhilesh-yadav-says-leaders-who-wake-up-at-noon-cannot-serve-people/articleshow/134959962.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134959962,imgsize-134924.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/cm-adityanath-takes-a-dig-at-akhilesh-yadav-says-leaders-who-wake-up-at-noon-cannot-serve-people/articleshow/134959962.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:38:19 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[UP Panchayat Polls to be held under existing 27% OBC quota: Allahabad HC]]> </title><description><![CDATA[The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government and the State Election Commission to complete gram panchayat elections within three months, making it clear that the polls will be held under the existing reservation framework, including a 27% quota for Other Backward Classes (OBCs).]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/up-panchayat-polls-to-be-held-under-existing-27-obc-quota-allahabad-hc/articleshow/134957062.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134957062,imgsize-368702.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/up-panchayat-polls-to-be-held-under-existing-27-obc-quota-allahabad-hc/articleshow/134957062.cms</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:35:02 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bhagwant Mann's ex-OSD Manjit Singh Sidhu joins Congress ahead of 2027 Punjab polls]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Manjit Singh Sidhu, former Officer on Special Duty to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has joined Congress. He stated that his commitment to Punjab's interests overshadowed his past affiliation with Aam Aadmi Party. Sidhu emphasized that his transition to Congress was driven by his dedication to Punjab and the country rather than personal ambitions. He clarified that he has not requested any position within the Congress party.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/bhagwant-manns-ex-osd-manjit-singh-sidhu-joins-congress-ahead-of-2027-punjab-polls/articleshow/134929673.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134929673,imgsize-50490.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/bhagwant-manns-ex-osd-manjit-singh-sidhu-joins-congress-ahead-of-2027-punjab-polls/articleshow/134929673.cms</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:03:38 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[BJP's caste outreach ahead of UP polls reflected in governor appointments]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Dushyant Gautam, a Jatav (SC) leader and general secretary in the BJP's outgoing organisational team, has been appointed Governor of Sikkim, while senior Jharkhand BJP leader Braj Mohan Ram, who belongs to the Dhobi (SC) community, will take over as Governor of Odisha.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjps-caste-outreach-ahead-of-up-polls-reflected-in-governor-appointments/articleshow/134900879.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134900879,imgsize-2494930.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/bjps-caste-outreach-ahead-of-up-polls-reflected-in-governor-appointments/articleshow/134900879.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:07:05 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court bars coercive action by CBI against people linked to Punjab govt]]> </title><description><![CDATA[The Supreme Court of India has prevented the CBI from taking coercive action against Punjab government officials. This directive follows a plea from the Punjab government seeking a stay on a previous high court order. The high court had directed the CBI to investigate alleged corruption involving cash for transfers and favorable policies. The Punjab government argues that the investigation process violates legal protocols intended for public servants.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/supreme-court-bars-coercive-action-by-cbi-against-people-linked-to-punjab-govt/articleshow/134886125.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134886125,imgsize-100928.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/supreme-court-bars-coercive-action-by-cbi-against-people-linked-to-punjab-govt/articleshow/134886125.cms</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:00:11 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arvind Kejriwal unveils six guarantees for Goa, promises free electricity, Rs 3,000 monthly aid for women]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Arvind Kejriwal revealed six promises for Goa, including free electricity and health insurance for families. The party aims to provide ₹3000 monthly aid for women and free bus travel. He assured round-the-clock power supply and the establishment of sports grounds in every village. AAP is collaborating with the Goa Forward Party for the upcoming elections, targeting non-BJP and non-Congress voters.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/goa/arvind-kejriwal-unveils-six-guarantees-for-goa-promises-free-electricity-rs-3000-monthly-aid-for-women/articleshow/134829746.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134829746,imgsize-251592.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/goa/arvind-kejriwal-unveils-six-guarantees-for-goa-promises-free-electricity-rs-3000-monthly-aid-for-women/articleshow/134829746.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:29:38 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Govt should move beyond rhetoric, claims to improve education, healthcare: Mayawati]]> </title><description><![CDATA[BSP president Mayawati raised concerns regarding poverty, inflation and unemployment during an event marking Kanshi Ram’s death anniversary. She emphasised that these issues now resonate with younger generations, specifically Gen Z and Gen Alpha. The party chief reiterated her demand for Bharat Ratna for Kanshi Ram, focusing on his contributions to social transformation. Additionally, she urged party workers to prepare for upcoming Assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh and other states.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/govt-should-move-beyond-rhetoric-claims-to-improve-education-healthcare-mayawati/articleshow/134820921.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134820921,imgsize-199560.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/govt-should-move-beyond-rhetoric-claims-to-improve-education-healthcare-mayawati/articleshow/134820921.cms</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:17:25 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rajya Sabha polls have set tone for UP Assembly polls: UP CM Yogi Adityanath]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asserted that the Rajya Sabha elections indicate a strong support for NDA. He emphasized that 80 percent of voters align with the NDA, while only 20 percent support the opposition PDA. The BJP has nominated eight candidates, with the SP nominating two for upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/rajya-sabha-polls-have-set-tone-for-up-assembly-polls-up-cm-yogi-adityanath/articleshow/134758613.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134758613,imgsize-89182.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/rajya-sabha-polls-have-set-tone-for-up-assembly-polls-up-cm-yogi-adityanath/articleshow/134758613.cms</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA['AAP plundering Punjab's resources to fund other elections': BJP slams Bhagwant Mann, Kejriwal]]> </title><description><![CDATA[BJP MP Tarun Chugh criticized Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP for alleged corruption practices. Chugh claimed that resources from Punjab were misused to finance election campaigns in other states. The CBI initiated an investigation stemming from court orders regarding corruption allegations against Mann's associates. Raids were conducted across various locations linked to the accused, revealing extensive corruption operations.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/aap-plundering-punjabs-resources-to-fund-other-elections-bjp-slams-bhagwant-mann-kejriwal/articleshow/134754998.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134754998,imgsize-104540.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/punjab/aap-plundering-punjabs-resources-to-fund-other-elections-bjp-slams-bhagwant-mann-kejriwal/articleshow/134754998.cms</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:35:27 +0530</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[After 'sanyas' of his father-in-law, no more need to separate Akash Anand from BSP: Mayawati]]> </title><description><![CDATA[Mayawati announced the reappointment of Akash Anand as the BSP's national coordinator following Ashok Siddharth's retirement. She stated that media reports had exaggerated Anand's past separations from the party. Mayawati emphasised that Anand was never expelled and had played an active role prior to his marriage. The BSP chief expressed confidence that Anand's political future would remain stable after Siddharth's departure from active involvement.]]> </description><link>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/after-sanyas-of-his-father-in-law-no-more-need-to-separate-akash-anand-from-bsp-mayawati/articleshow/134738316.cms</link><enclosure type="image/jpeg" url="https://img.etimg.com/photo/msid-134738316,imgsize-160428.cms" length="0"/><guid>https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/elections/assembly-elections/uttar-pradesh/after-sanyas-of-his-father-in-law-no-more-need-to-separate-akash-anand-from-bsp-mayawati/articleshow/134738316.cms</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:43:51 +0530</pubDate></item></channel></rss>