In the last few years, various reports show that the assets of major political parties and individual leaders have grown exponentially
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Does the voter’s right to know come with limitations? Recent political developments and legal developments might have the answer.
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Of the total Rs 16,437 crore that 31 political parties received during 2016-22, around 55% of the funds were received through electoral bonds, according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). Political parties are not required to disclose funds received through electoral bonds to the Election Commission.
Amid the grand campaigns and political speeches, the wealth of candidates contesting often goes unnoticed. Outlook takes a look at the candidates with the highest assets this election.
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As the nation gears up for the crucial Lok Sabha elections, a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has uncovered a disturbing trend of numerous candidates with criminal cases, including charges of corruption, contesting across various phases
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The West Nile fever is a mosquito-borne disease caused by the West Nile virus (WNV). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is most commonly transmitted through an infected mosquito's bite. With over five cases being reported in the state, Kerala Health Minister Veena George urged all the district authorities to be vigilant and issued directives to take mosquito control measures ahead of the monsoon.
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Elections 2024 LIVE News: With an overall voter turnout of approximately 65 percent, the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections concluded on Tuesday. According to the Election Commission, Assam recorded the highest turnout at 75.01 percent and Maharashtra the lowest at 54.09 percent. Today, PM Modi is scheduled to address a public rally in Andhra Pradesh's Annamayya district and a roadshow at Vijayawada in NTR district. To stay updated with election-related daily news, keep following Outlook.
Terming the move 'purely coincidental', AstraZeneca asserted that the decision to withdraw the Covid-19 vaccine was not linked to its admission that it can cause TTS - Thrombosis Thrombocytopenia Syndrome. Instead, the move came due to a 'surplus of available updated vaccines' since the pandemic which has led to a decline in demand for AstraZeneca's vaccine Vaxzevria.
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Insulin, Inheritance Tax, eating fish...such frivolous issues are grabbing headlines in this vision-less election. But Outlook's reporters, who are travelling across the country, will continue to bring you stories on unemployment, health, education, corruption, violence against women and issues that matter the most to voters, in this edition.
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In the time of polarisation politics and othering, how to respond to the banality of hate?
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Heat wave, voter apathy and cyclic migration are blamed for the poor voter turnout in Bihar. Political parties are clueless about what impact will it have on election results
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Did an independent candidacy elevate Pappu Yadav’s stature? Voices from the ground say so
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Karnataka’s Hubballi has been the BJP’s ‘gateway to the south’ and remains a hotbed for communal polarisation, as the twin cities of Hubballi-Dharwad head to Lok Sabha polls on May 7
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Parched farmers will decide who will win in the Mysuru and Mandya regions of Karnataka
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The Katkari community in Raigad district has been facing issues like cyclic migration, no rights over forest land, and a dearth of basic facilities. But these concerns don’t find mention in the high-pitched political debates
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma enjoys popularity both as an administrator and a politician despite his relentless anti-Muslim rhetoric
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Muslim ghettos in Ahmedabad are dilapidated and neglected
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Two-time MP from Varanasi, Narendra Modi, is sculpting the eternal city in his image
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Peaking water scarcity and pervasive groundwater contamination have increased migration from many districts of Rajasthan.
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Residents of the tribal district of Gadchiroli resist development models that destroy the environment
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The newly carved-out constituency of Anantnag-Rajouri is set to witness a very close contest
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Personal attacks, lower voter turnout and the BJP’s determined campaigning: how has Kerala voted this time?
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Students protesting in American universities are asking the US government to rethink its policy towards Israel
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Contesting independently this time, she has lost three previous elections. But political analysts believe that factors like her disassociation with the RJD and the massive support she is getting from the savarna community are working in her favour.
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Ian Gelder, best known for his role of Kevan Lannister in HBO's 'Game of Thrones,' has passed away.
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Nitanshi Goel, who played the role of Phool in 'Laapataa Ladies,' made her debut at the 2024 Met Gala. An edited photo of her has gone viral.
Sharing pictures of her from the sets of ‘Jolly LLB 3’, Huma Qureshi wrote, “Pushpa Pandey is back.”
Popular K-Pop group Stray Kids made their Met Gala debut on Monday. However, at the red carpet, they were met with offensive comments made by the paparazzi.
Nitanshi Goel, who played the role of Phool in 'Laapataa Ladies,' made her debut at the 2024 Met Gala. An edited photo of her has gone viral.
Sharing pictures of her from the sets of ‘Jolly LLB 3’, Huma Qureshi wrote, “Pushpa Pandey is back.”
Varun and Natasha got married on January 24, 2021, in an intimate ceremony. They are expecting their first child together.
'Piku' that released in 2015, was directed by Shoojit Sircar. It starred Amitabh Bachchan, Irrfan Khan and Deepika Padukone.
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Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja tied the knot on May 8, 2018, in a big fat Punjabi wedding. Today marks their 6th wedding anniversary.
Kevin Hart has been awarded the biggest honour in American humour, the Mark Twain Prize. The entire pre-recorded show is all set to be released on Netflix, and it promises to bring together some of the biggest stand-up comics of today under one roof for a hilarious show. Check out the trailer right here.
A shooting has taken place outside Drake's house in Toronto. His security guard, who was stationed outside his house, was shot.
NewJeans' member Hyein will not take part in the official promotional activities for group's comeback double single, 'How Sweet.'
Alia Bhatt not only embraced her Indian culture by wearing a saree but also warded off the evil eye with a ‘Kaala Tika' at Met Gala 2024.
During the #AskPZ session, when one user asked Preity Zinta to choose a film from her career for which she’d like to see a sequel, the actress expressed her desire for the 'Sangharsh' sequel.
Isha Malviya has reacted to rumours of dating Elvish Yadav after their promotional video went viral.
Season 2 of Jenna Ortega-starrer 'Wednesday' has gone on floors.
Imtiaz Ali spoke out about the breakup of his 'Jab We Met' lead stars, Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan, during the shooting of the hit romantic-comedy.
Niddhi Tapadiaa, who is rumoured to be dating Prithvi Shaw, had a fan-girl moment when she met Shah Rukh Khan and spoke to him at length.
It was only recently in April that Janhvi Kapoor publicly confirmed her relationship with Shikhar Pahariya.
Actor Sharad Kelkar, who has become the voice of the titular character in the 'Baahubali' franchise, shared that the voicing of the character empowered him in many ways.
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