Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi exercised their voting rights in Delhi during Phase 6 of India's general elections. The mother-son duo captured a moment with a selfie at the polling booth, shared by news agency ANI. Former President Ram Nath Kovind also cast his vote in the capital. Meanwhile, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the significance of voting as both a responsibility and power. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's children, Rehan Rajiv Vadra and Miraya Vadra, also participated. With polling underway in 58 constituencies across several states and Union territories, key candidates like Manohar Lal Khattar, Manoj Tiwari, and Maneka Gandhi vie for seats.

Voting commenced in Phase 6 of the Lok Sabha elections across six states and two Union Territories, with a 10% turnout reported by 9 am. Notable early voters included Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and President Droupadi Murmu. Among the prominent candidates in this phase are Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Rao Inderjit Singh, BJP's Maneka Gandhi, Sambit Patra, and Congress's Kanhaiya Kumar. Incidents of malfunctioning EVMs were reported in Odisha. The last phase of voting will take place on June 1, with vote counting scheduled for June 4.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal alleged a "succession war" within the BJP, asserting that PM Narendra Modi is paving the way for Union Home Minister Amit Shah to succeed him. Kejriwal claimed the PM is sidelining senior leaders over 75, including LK Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi. He suggested that other leaders, like Yogi Adityanath, might also be removed. Kejriwal reiterated that Modi would make Shah his successor by September 17, 2025. The BJP denied these claims, with Shah stating that Modi would complete a third term as Prime Minister.

Political strategist Prashant Kishor's party, Jan Suraaj, dismissed rumors of Kishor joining the BJP as their national spokesperson. They issued a statement refuting a purported BJP letter shared on social media. Jan Suraaj accused senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh of circulating the fake document, alleging proof from a screenshot. In a post, the party criticized the irony of Congress, known for condemning fake news, being implicated in spreading falsehoods. The incident underscores escalating tensions between political factions as election strategies and alliances evolve.

AAP MP Swati Maliwal has accused Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal of protecting his aide Bibhav Kumar, who allegedly assaulted her on May 13. Maliwal claimed that Kejriwal was at home during the incident and did not respond to her calls for help. In an interview, she detailed the assault, stating Kumar slapped, kicked, and dragged her. Maliwal, who is cooperating with the police investigation, has called for a polygraph test to clarify the events. The allegations have intensified the political conflict between the AAP and the BJP, with both parties trading accusations. The Delhi Police are investigating the case.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, speaking at NDTV's Battleground show, expressed confidence that the BJP will surpass its 2019 Lok Sabha election performance. He cited strong pro-incumbency in several states and growing support in traditionally non-BJP areas like Kerala and Telangana. Jaishankar avoided predicting exact numbers, leaving that to experts. He emphasized that the BJP's strategies are well-analyzed and data-driven. With two phases of voting remaining, he believes the party's base is solid and optimistic about increasing seats in states like Bengal, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh. Election results will be announced on June 4.

Karnataka government requests cancellation of JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna's diplomatic passport amid sex abuse allegations. A warrant, prompted by a Special Investigation Team, intensifies efforts to locate Revanna, currently believed to be in Germany. The grandson of former PM H D Deve Gowda, Revanna faces scrutiny following the emergence of incriminating footage. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urges PM Modi for immediate action, emphasizing cooperation with the Ministry of External Affairs. Revanna's father, H D Revanna, is embroiled in a separate legal matter, compounding the family's legal challenges. The situation underscores mounting pressure to apprehend Revanna amid ongoing investigations.

American political scientist Ian Bremmer forecasts BJP's win with 305 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. Bremmer praises India's electoral process as "free and fair," highlighting stability amid global uncertainty. Emphasizing India's economic performance, he anticipates Prime Minister Modi's third term based on consistent reforms. Bremmer underscores India's potential as the world's fourth-largest economy soon, with growing global influence.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has broken his silence on the alleged assault of AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal by his aide Bibhav Kumar. Kejriwal expressed his expectation of a fair investigation, acknowledging the conflicting versions of the incident. However, he refrained from further comments, citing the matter's sub-judice status. Maliwal, meanwhile, has alleged mounting pressure within the party to malign her, claiming instructions to leak personal photos and tarnish her image. As the case sends shockwaves through AAP's ranks, Kejriwal's cautious stance reflects the delicate balance between ensuring justice and preserving party unity.

Political strategist Prashant Kishor, in an exclusive interview with India Today, predicted major shifts in PM Modi’s anticipated third term. Kishor forecasted a greater concentration of power and resources at the Centre, with efforts to curtail states' financial autonomy. He suggested that petroleum might be brought under GST, impacting state revenues. Additionally, Kishor predicted tighter Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management norms and delays in resource devolution to states. He also anticipated an increase in India's assertiveness in global diplomacy, noting a potential shift towards a more aggressive stance. Kishor's insights reflect his experience managing Modi’s 2014 campaign.