The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra has taken a commanding lead with 216 seats in the 288-member Assembly, surpassing the majority mark of 145. The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) trails with 60 seats. In Jharkhand, Hemant Soren's INDIA bloc crossed the majority with 49 leads in the 81-seat Assembly, while the NDA holds 30 seats. Maharashtra witnessed a single-phase election on November 20, while Jharkhand's polls were conducted in two phases. Key battles include Aaditya Thackeray leading in Worli and Hemant Soren contesting in Barhait. Meanwhile, bypolls across 13 states are also underway, including Priyanka Gandhi’s debut in Wayanad.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accused Gautam Adani of offering a Rs 1,750 crore bribe to Andhra Pradesh officials during a 2021 meeting with then-Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy. Allegedly, this was to secure a 7 GW solar power deal with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The SEC claims Adani promised “incentives” to overcome the state’s reluctance. Jagan Reddy’s YSRCP denies direct agreements with Adani, stating SECI and Discoms signed the deal. Adani called the allegations baseless, promising legal action, while TDP remains silent.

Fresh violence in Manipur has triggered a political battle between BJP and Congress. BJP chief JP Nadda accused Congress of pushing a "false narrative," blaming them for past failures, including legitimizing illegal migration. Nadda highlighted the Modi government’s achievements, including peace accords and reduced poverty in Manipur. Meanwhile, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged President Droupadi Murmu’s intervention, criticizing the government’s inability to restore peace, citing over 300 deaths and 100,000 displaced. The escalating blame game underscores deep political divides as Manipur struggles with ongoing unrest.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Has Released Its First List Of 11 Candidates For The 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections, Featuring Six Former BJP And Congress Leaders Who Recently Joined The Party. Among The Selected Candidates Are Brahm Singh Tanwar, Anil Jha, And BB Tyagi From BJP, And Chaudhry Zubair Ahmad, Veer Dhingan, And Sumesh Shokeen From Congress. The List Was Announced After A Meeting Of The AAP’s Political Affairs Committee (PAC) Led By National Convener Arvind Kejriwal. Delhi Will Vote For Its 70 Constituencies By February 2025.

Maharashtra's 2024 Assembly election results remain in the balance as the ruling Mahayuti and opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) engage in a heated dispute over exit poll predictions. Of the nine exit polls analyzed, five favor the Mahayuti, suggesting a clear victory, while three predict a hung house, and one gives the MVA an outright win. The BJP’s Devendra Fadnavis argues that the increased voter turnout signals support for the government, while MVA’s Sanjay Raut dismisses the polls as "fraud," citing past inaccuracies. The final outcome will be decided as vote counting begins on Saturday.

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of shielding Gautam Adani, following US charges of a ₹2,029 crore bribery scam involving Adani and his nephew. Gandhi claimed the case validates his allegations of Adani's law violations in India and abroad. Addressing a press conference, he demanded Adani's immediate arrest, asserting, “PM Modi is protecting Adani and complicit in corruption.” He vowed to raise the issue in Parliament’s Winter Session, reiterating calls for a Joint Parliamentary Committee probe. Adani Group stocks saw a sharp decline, falling 9%-19%, reflecting growing concerns over the scandal.

Exit polls for Maharashtra’s 288 Assembly seats reveal a tight race between the ruling Mahayuti coalition and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). Predictions vary widely, with Mahayuti expected to secure 125-195 seats and MVA 69-150. Smaller parties might hold 2-25 seats, potentially influencing government formation. Key battles include Devendra Fadnavis in Nagpur, Eknath Shinde in Thane, and Ajit Pawar in Baramati. Voter priorities, including inflation and unemployment, challenge traditional loyalties. While Mahayuti is favored, some pollsters foresee a hung house, adding uncertainty. Results will reveal the electorate’s verdict on this unpredictable political landscape.

As the second phase of Jharkhand’s 2024 Assembly elections concluded, exit polls suggest a tight contest between the JMM-led INDIA alliance and the BJP-led NDA. The ruling JMM, led by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, seeks to retain power, while the BJP aims to unseat the government. In 2019, JMM and allies secured a victory, winning 13 of the 38 seats. Exit poll results vary, with some predicting a BJP win, while others forecast a JMM-led victory. Key contests include CM Hemant Soren and BJP’s Gamaliel Hembrom in Barhait.

Exit polls for the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections predict a strong victory for the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance. According to Chanakya Strategies, the alliance is expected to secure 152-160 seats, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) is projected to win 130-138 seats. The BJP is estimated to win 89-101 seats, with Congress securing 39-47, Shiv Sena 37-45, and NCP(SP) 35-43. The Shiv Sena (UBT) could win 21-29 seats. Voting in the 288-member assembly ended with a voter turnout of 45.53% by 3 pm, with results expected soon.

Maharashtra's Assembly elections saw a 58.22% voter turnout by 5 pm on November 20, 2024. The turnout was slow in the early hours, with the Maoist-affected Gadchiroli district topping at 69.63%. Mumbai city recorded the lowest turnout at 49.07%. A total of 4,136 candidates are contesting across 288 seats, with key issues including unemployment, inflation, and agricultural distress. Political leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi campaigned extensively. The election results will be announced on November 23, 2024.