Politics

To check such notorious activities, the Election Commission has deputed policeman and district officials with cameras to ensure free and fair polls.

ADR said that a total of 42 candidates have declared cases related to crimes against women.

The SAD president alleged that the previous Congress government in Punjab had "tried to use CBI to prosecute the Chautala family in false cases".

The petitioner had contended that Jayalalithaa had not attracted disqualification (as Chief Minister) and Panneerselvam taking oath as CM was usurpation of office.

With the AIADMK chief in jail and the DMK struggling to gain popularity, this is the right time for the Congress and the BJP to gain a foothold in the state.

"Doordarshan is an autonomous organization and we want to instill professionalism. Therefore, there is nothing wrong and no interference in its functioning," Javdekar said.

Shah kicked off the election campaign from Bhagwad Garh and urged the 'Vanjari', a dominant OBC caste, to unite.

"We will get majority. No ifs and buts," the Union Minister said.

The veteran BJP leader also said that he was not involved in the BJP and Shiv Sena's seat-sharing talks.

Mishra said that the results of the Assembly elections in Maharashtra and Haryana would be an eye-opener for all the parties.

Asked what food items were served to her, the official said the former Chief Minister ate one or two chappatis, bread, milk or biscuits, everyday.

Referring to criticism that "ache din" (good days) promised by Modi have not yet come, Naidu said that it takes time to set things right.

"Modi appeared to have been carried away. People of India elected a prime minister to represent India. But he has lived up to the words of his own mentor, LK Advani, of being a very good event promoter, event manager," Anand Sharma said.

"Those who talk about Gandhi, those who keep Gandhi in their heart, who love Gandhi from their heart, who follow Gandhi's teachings, for them Gandhi is Mohandas," Raj Babbar said.

Jaitley was shifted to the AIIMS from the Max on Sunday. "He is doing fine. He has been advised rest," said Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan.

Amit Shah urged the people to reject the forces which try to woo the electorate on caste and regional basis.