VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html NMC directs medical colleges to charge MBBS fees only for 4.5 years, not full course duration: Check details ‘Jana Nayagan’ OTT deal cancelled? Here’s the official update on the digital rights of Thalapathy Vijay’s film Panchang Today, April 09, 2026: Krishan Paksh 7 (Saptami), Mula, Shubh Muhurat, Rahu Kaal and More File photo NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday urged voters in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry to turn out in large numbers as polling got underway in the three states.In a post on X, PM Modi emphasised the importance of strong participation in Kerala, calling on voters—especially youth and women—to take part actively in the democratic process.”Record participation will add vigour to Keralam’s democratic spirit. I particularly request the youth and women of the state to step forward and vote in large numbers,” he said.Polling in Kerala will see over 2.6 crore electors deciding the fate of 883 candidates across 140 constituencies. The contest is primarily among the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF), the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), and the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA).PM Modi also appealed to voters in Puducherry to participate enthusiastically.”As the Puducherry Assembly elections commence, I urge every voter to come out and participate in record numbers. I especially appeal to our youth and to women voters to strengthen the process of democracy. Every vote matters in shaping the future of Puducherry,” he said.The Union Territory has over 10.14 lakh eligible voters who will elect representatives to its 30-member Assembly.In Assam, the Prime Minister called on citizens to exercise their franchise in large numbers, expressing hope that the elections would be marked by high participation.”As polling begins for the Assam Assembly elections 2026, I appeal to the people of Assam to exercise their franchise in large numbers. I hope that the state’s youth and women voters participate enthusiastically and make this election a celebration of democracy and public duty,” he said.More than 2.5 crore voters in Assam are eligible to cast their ballots for the 126-member assembly, with 722 candidates in the fray.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Bilateral Trade Growing Towards $500 Bn Ambition’: Piyush Goyal At Launch Of India-US Trade PortalIndia Pushes For ‘Freedom Of Navigation’ At Hormuz After Iran-US Ceasefire, Jaishankar Heads To UAE’How Will We Get PoK, Aksai Chin Back?’: Owaisi Slams Modi Govt Over US-Iran CeasefireOil Falls After US-Iran Ceasefire, But Why Indians May Not See Cheaper Fuel Anytime SoonIndia Seeks Return Of Stranded Ships In Hormuz, Evacuation Of 7,500 Indians In Iran After CeasefireIndia’s Theatre Command Plan Nears Reality, Marking Major Shift In WarfightingExplained: Why India’s Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor Is A Game-Changer For Its Nuclear RoadmapEAM Jaishankar Hosts Bangladesh FM Khalilur Rahman For Crucial Bilateral Talks In DelhiDRDO Chief Flags Risks Of Foreign Dependence, Calls For Full-Spectrum Defence Self-Reliance’I Cry When I Think Of Indians’: Iran Supreme Leader’s Rep Hails India After Ceasefire With US123Photostories5 powerful types of daan in Hinduism believed to improve your karmaThursday Special: 6 Things to do for prosperity and positivity8 desi vegetarian breakfast dishes made with Oats10 regional and landscape-inspired home names in India and their meaningsHow to grow karela (bitter gourd) in containers at homeTaking calcium but still have weak bones? 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Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders Derek O’Brien and Sagarika Ghose, Rashtriya Janata Dal’s (RJD) Manoj Jha, Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) Sandeep Pathak, DMK’s Yogesh and NCP-SP’s Rajeev Jha were present at the press conference. To highlight that all opposition parties were united over the issue, O’ Brien also read out the names of other parties including SP, Shiv Sena (UBT) and Left that had signed the notice.When asked what would be the opposition’s strategy going forward, Singhvi said, “whatever is permissible within the contours of law and Constitution we will do and this will not be allowed to be resting the way it has been dealt with.” However, refused to speak on what would be the next step and when.Contending that the presiding officer exceeded the scope of a “prima-facie” assessment by delving into the merits of the allegations, Singhvi cited the RS Chairman’s order for example to highlight that he has responded to each charge levelled by the opposition and given his opinion which amounted to a conducting what he referred to a “mini trial”.“We are here today because “when accountability is adjourned indefinitely” then “democracy itself stands impeached” and that is our concern….,” Singhvi said.“If truth on the side of CEC or EC is so strong then why fear scrutiny? If the system is so clear then why do the majority party and all those other supporters try and bury the motion,” he asked. Noting that this is a “a very serious matter” and the decision casts “a shadow on the glory of Parliament” and raises concerns about the ruling BJP’s willingness to allow a scrutiny of the EC.Dwelling on the Constitutional and legal position, the Congress leader alleged that there are many fundamental errors in the orders of Presiding officers of both Houses of Parliament. He also said that the presiding officer’s order is “significantly silent on any consultation”.“You have forgotten that our framers far wiser than us created a procedure which was an adjudicatory process followed by a political process – both corrective. And you have substituted it by telescoping it into the opinion of one person – the presiding officer of each house. That is completely antithetical to the architecture that was postulated by our framers and founders with regards to impeachment,” he said.Noting that the impeachment is a six stage process but the problem with the orders of the Presiding officers is that it ends everything at the first stage itself.He maintained that the Constitution provides for a detailed procedure involving an initial admission, the formation of a judicial committee, framing of charges, the submission of a report, parliamentary discussion and finally, a decision.He further alleged that specific charges raised by the opposition, including those related to alleged electoral irregularities and delays in complying with judicial directions, were not adequately addressed in the rejection order.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Bilateral Trade Growing Towards $500 Bn Ambition’: Piyush Goyal At Launch Of India-US Trade PortalIndia Pushes For ‘Freedom Of Navigation’ At Hormuz After Iran-US Ceasefire, Jaishankar Heads To UAE’How Will We Get PoK, Aksai Chin Back?’: Owaisi Slams Modi Govt Over US-Iran CeasefireOil Falls After US-Iran Ceasefire, But Why Indians May Not See Cheaper Fuel Anytime SoonIndia Seeks Return Of Stranded Ships In Hormuz, Evacuation Of 7,500 Indians In Iran After CeasefireIndia’s Theatre Command Plan Nears Reality, Marking Major Shift In WarfightingExplained: Why India’s Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor Is A Game-Changer For Its Nuclear RoadmapEAM Jaishankar Hosts Bangladesh FM Khalilur Rahman For Crucial Bilateral Talks In DelhiDRDO Chief Flags Risks Of Foreign Dependence, Calls For Full-Spectrum Defence Self-Reliance’I Cry When I Think Of Indians’: Iran Supreme Leader’s Rep Hails India After Ceasefire With US123PhotostoriesTaking calcium but still have weak bones? 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