As the counting of votes continues for Maharashtra’s 288 assembly constituencies, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis leads by a significant margin in the Nagpur South West constituency. Fadnavis, contesting from the BJP, faces Congress candidate Prafull Gudadhe and is aiming for his fourth term. In other Nagpur constituencies, BJP candidates are also leading, including Dr. Ashishrao Deshmukh in Savner, with a substantial margin. Voter turnout in Maharashtra was 65.08%, and the BJP is currently leading the race in the state, while results for Jharkhand’s 81 seats are also being revealed.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has started the vote counting for the 2024 by-elections across 48 assembly seats and 2 parliamentary seats. In Wayanad, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi is leading by over 1.5 lakh votes, consolidating her position. Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP is ahead in 8 of the 11 seats. The results are crucial for both BJP and the opposition parties, as they set the stage for the upcoming 2027 assembly elections. The final tally will determine the political direction in several states, including Maharashtra and Jharkhand.

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.