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The Times of India JD(U), Shiv Sena slam opposition for spreading 'false narratives'

Two key NDA allies, JD(U) and Shiv Sena, criticized the Congress-led INDIA bloc on Friday for spreading "false narratives" during its campaign. Bihar CM and JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar supported Narendra Modi as the NDA leader, saying the propaganda yielded no gains. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde of Shiv Sena also mentioned "false narratives" and stated voters rejected them, embracing PM Modi despite the rumors.

The Times of India In 72 UP seats, BJP got less votes in 2024 than in 2019

The BJP experienced a significant decline in its vote share in Uttar Pradesh, dropping from 49.6% in 2019 to 41.4% this time. In 72 out of the 75 constituencies it contested in both elections, the number of votes it received decreased by a few thousand to 220,000. Overall, the BJP polled about 6.5 million fewer votes in Uttar Pradesh, even as the total number of votes cast in the state increased.

The Times of India After Nitish silences his critics, a poster speaks louder than words

As Narendra Modi prepares to be sworn in for a third consecutive term as Prime Minister on Sunday, a striking poster of Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar has appeared in the Bihar capital, capturing widespread attention. The poster, featuring a photo of Nitish Kumar and the phrase "Tiger Zinda Hai" (the title of a 2017 Salman Khan film), is prominently displayed near the planetarium, drawing many curious glances.

The Times of India After Nitish silences his critics, a poster speaks louder than words

As Narendra Modi prepares to be sworn in for a third consecutive term as Prime Minister on Sunday, a striking poster of Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar has appeared in the Bihar capital, capturing widespread attention. The poster, featuring a photo of Nitish Kumar and the phrase "Tiger Zinda Hai" (the title of a 2017 Salman Khan film), is prominently displayed near the planetarium, drawing many curious glances.

The Times of India 9,000+ guests, Saarc dignitaries to attend Modi's oath ceremony

Over 9,000 guests from various sectors of society are invited to the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi and his ministerial colleagues at the forecourt lawn of Rashtrapati Bhawan on Sunday. Sources indicate that a multi-layered security force, including five companies of paramilitary personnel, NSG commandos, drones, and snipers, will be deployed at Rashtrapati Bhawan during the ceremony.