NOTA secured third rank on more than 100 seats, which includes 24 of Gujarat, 21 of Bihar and 14 of Karnataka.
Ajit Pawar today acknowledged that discontent among onion growers over issues related to the kitchen staple, including low prices, played a major role in the dismal performance of the ruling 'Mahayuti' in the recent Lok Sabha polls.
The most fascinating aspect of this election is that the Congress, which was routed in most direct contests with the BJP in 2019, has come out strong this time, winning almost 30% of such seats.
Speculation over Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's electoral debut had reached a crescendo ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, only to be completely deflated when she decided against contesting. The buzz has started gathering steam again.
First things first: coalition governments are the norm not an anomaly for India. The history dates back to the pre-independence years.
In the run-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party announced promises addressing the needs and aspirations of women and youth.