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March 31, 2024 7:38 PM March 31, 2024 7:38 PM

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Political activities in Sikkim gears up for Lok Sabha & state assembly Elections

  Political activities in Sikkim are gearing up for the simultaneous elections of the lone Lok Sabha seat and 32 seats of the state legislative assembly. The simultaneous election is scheduled to be held in the first phase on the 19th of the next month. The ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha(SKM), BJP,...

March 31, 2024 1:12 PM March 31, 2024 1:12 PM

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Maharashtra: EC makes special arrangements for senior citizens and divyang voters

In Maharashtra, the Election Commission has made special arrangements for senior citizens and Divyang voters.   Speaking to Akashvani News, the Chief Electoral Officer of Maharashtra, S. Chockalingam said that senior citizens above the age of 85 and Divyang voters can vote from home. The Electi...

March 31, 2024 1:22 PM March 31, 2024 1:22 PM

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Jammu and Kashmir: Preparations underway to ensure safety of Amarnath Yatra devotees

In Jammu and Kashmir, preparations are underway to ensure the safety and security of devotees embarking on the revered Amarnath Yatra in 2024, with focus on disaster management and rescue operations. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the Mountaineering Rescue Team of the UT is actively enga...

March 31, 2024 11:58 AM March 31, 2024 11:58 AM

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Goa: Voting for two Lok Sabha seats to take place on May 7

Voting for two Lok Sabha seats in Goa will take place on the 7th of May. The State of Goa is in phase three as per the schedule of the Election Commission of India.   Akashvani correspondent reports that Goa has a total of 11.72 lakh registered voters of which 5.78 lakh are in North Goa and 5.93 Lac...

March 31, 2024 12:11 PM March 31, 2024 12:11 PM

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Nagaland celebrates Easter Sunday

Joining the rest of Christians around the world, Nagaland is also celebrating Easter Sunday marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead today. Churches across the State are organising Special Easter services to offer thanksgiving prayers.    Akashvani’s correspondent reports that believer...