Election strategist Prashant Kishor acknowledged his incorrect prediction for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, admitting a significant miss in his seat projections. Kishor, who forecasted the BJP’s seat tally to be near or surpass 303, expressed his readiness to "eat the humble pie" after the BJP secured only 240 seats. The BJP-led NDA, which won 293 seats overall, now relies on allies like TDP and JD(U) for a majority. Kishor, who helped strategize the BJP's 2014 victory, stated he would no longer predict seat counts in future elections, noting a 20% deviation from his estimates.

The wealth of Chandrababu Naidu’s wife, Nara Bhuvaneshwari, has surged by ₹535 crore over the past five days following the TDP’s strong showing in the recent Lok Sabha and Andhra assembly elections. Shares of Heritage Foods, a company founded by Naidu and where Bhuvaneshwari is a major stakeholder, rose from ₹424 to ₹661.25. This 55% increase also boosted the net worth of Naidu’s son, Nara Lokesh, by ₹237 crore. Heritage Foods, which operates in the dairy and renewable energy sectors, saw its stock soar after the TDP secured 16 seats in the Lok Sabha, contributing to the NDA’s election victory.              

President Droupadi Murmu has officially appointed Narendra Modi as the Prime Minister-designate after he was elected leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party. During a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, she fed him 'dahi-cheeni,' an auspicious Indian tradition symbolizing good fortune. Modi is set to be sworn in for his third consecutive term on Sunday, following the NDA's victory in the recent Lok Sabha elections. Modi expressed gratitude and affirmed his commitment to fulfilling the nation's aspirations. Details of the oath-taking ceremony and the composition of the new Council of Ministers will be finalized shortly.

As discussions for the Union Council of Ministers commence, sources reveal that BJP aims to retain control over the Home, External Affairs, Defence, and Finance ministries. In talks led by senior BJP leaders, alliances with key partners like JD-U and TDP are being solidified. TDP, with its significant 16 seats, is poised to secure three ministerial positions, while JD-U, with 12 seats, is eyeing ministries like Railways and Agriculture. Other allies, including Shiv Sena and LJP, are also expected to receive cabinet posts or Minister of State positions. Final arrangements are anticipated before the swearing-in on Sunday.

President Droupadi Murmu has invited Narendra Modi to form the new government. Modi, the leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party, will be sworn in as Prime Minister for the third time on June 9 at 6 pm. The NDA, with 293 MPs, elected Modi as their leader today. After meeting the President at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Modi confirmed receiving the appointment letter and discussed the swearing-in ceremony and cabinet list. Key NDA leaders, including Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar, and Eknath Shinde, supported Modi's leadership. The list of supporting MPs was submitted to the President.

Nara Lokesh, TDP leader and son of Chandrababu Naidu, affirmed the continuation of Muslim reservations in Andhra Pradesh, calling it an act of social justice rather than appeasement. In an interview with NDTV, Lokesh highlighted the plight of minorities, citing their low per capita income as a justification for the policy. He also dismissed claims that the TDP seeks key cabinet positions in the NDA government, emphasizing the party’s focus on state development. Lokesh criticized his father’s arrest as political vendetta and reiterated TDP’s commitment to Andhra Pradesh’s progress within the NDA framework.

CISF constable Kulwinder Kaur has been suspended and arrested for allegedly slapping actor and BJP MP-elect Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport. The incident, captured in a viral video, occurred during a security check and was reportedly motivated by Ranaut's comments on the farmers' protests. Ranaut claimed Kaur hit her in the face and verbally abused her, while Kaur, upset by Ranaut’s remarks about farmers, admitted her actions were in response to perceived disrespect. The CISF has initiated a court of inquiry. Farmer groups have shown support for Kaur, calling for a thorough investigation to ensure fairness.

On Friday, Narendra Modi was formally elected as the leader of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at a meeting in Samvidhan Sadan, following the Lok Sabha election results. With BJP's 240 seats and a total of 293 for the NDA coalition, the alliance fell short of a solo majority, relying on allies TDP and JD(U). Modi emphasized mutual trust within the alliance and reiterated their commitment to inclusive governance. Next, the NDA will meet President Droupadi Murmu to stake a claim for government formation. Modi is set to take his oath as Prime Minister for a third term on Sunday, June 9.

During a meeting in New Delhi, senior BJP leader Narendra Modi criticized the Congress for portraying the recent Lok Sabha election results as a moral victory and dismissed allegations of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) tampering. Modi emphasized the NDA’s strong performance, surpassing Congress's seat count over the last three elections, and commended allies like Chandrababu Naidu and Nitish Kumar for their support. He argued that the opposition's focus on power and questioning of electoral integrity highlighted their disarray. Modi affirmed that the NDA's governance and democratic values have resonated with voters, leading to their decisive win.

Narendra Modi is gearing up for his third term as India's Prime Minister, scheduled to take oath on June 9, as announced by BJP's Prahlad Joshi. Notable invitees to the ceremony include workers from various sectors and beneficiaries of government initiatives. BJP chief JP Nadda hailed Modi's relentless service to the nation, while Rajnath Singh attributed the NDA's victory to Modi's leadership. Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, and Nitish Kumar were among those endorsing Modi's leadership. The NDA's triumph marks a historic third consecutive term in power, solidifying their commitment to governance.