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.

Exit polls for the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections predict a strong victory for the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance. According to Chanakya Strategies, the alliance is expected to secure 152-160 seats, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) is projected to win 130-138 seats. The BJP is estimated to win 89-101 seats, with Congress securing 39-47, Shiv Sena 37-45, and NCP(SP) 35-43. The Shiv Sena (UBT) could win 21-29 seats. Voting in the 288-member assembly ended with a voter turnout of 45.53% by 3 pm, with results expected soon.

Maharashtra's Assembly elections saw a 58.22% voter turnout by 5 pm on November 20, 2024. The turnout was slow in the early hours, with the Maoist-affected Gadchiroli district topping at 69.63%. Mumbai city recorded the lowest turnout at 49.07%. A total of 4,136 candidates are contesting across 288 seats, with key issues including unemployment, inflation, and agricultural distress. Political leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi campaigned extensively. The election results will be announced on November 23, 2024.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has suspended seven police officers in Uttar Pradesh after complaints from the Samajwadi Party about unlawful checks of voter IDs and Aadhaar cards during the ongoing bypolls. The suspension affects officers from Kanpur, Muzaffarnagar, and Moradabad. The ECI vowed strict action against biased voting practices and emphasized prompt investigation of complaints. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav criticized the violations, urging voters to return to polling booths. In response, the BJP urged the ECI to intensify checks, particularly on burqa-clad voters. The bypolls saw incidents of violence, prompting police intervention.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the security situation in Manipur after fresh violence erupted in the state. Protests followed the discovery of six bodies, including three women and three children, allegedly kidnapped by Kuki militants in Jiribam. Curfews were imposed in Imphal West and East, and internet services were suspended in seven districts. Protesters stormed the residences of several MLAs, causing extensive damage. Shah will hold a detailed meeting with officials tomorrow at 12 pm to address the escalating unrest. Meitei organizations have raised concerns over security lapses and demanded immediate action.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah canceled his Maharashtra election rallies to address the escalating violence in Manipur. Protests in the Imphal Valley erupted after the discovery of six civilian bodies, including three women and children, in Jiribam district. Mobs set fire to the homes of BJP and Congress legislators, including PWD Minister Govindas Konthoujam. Police used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse protesters near Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s residence. Amid the unrest, an indefinite curfew was imposed. Shah returned to Delhi to monitor the situation, emphasizing the government's commitment to restoring peace and order in the state.

Delhi’s Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot has resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Council of Ministers, citing unfulfilled promises and controversies. In his letter to AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Atishi, Gahlot criticized the failure to clean the Yamuna River and controversies like the Sheeshmahal bungalow issue. He also highlighted the constant tussle with the central government, which he claimed hindered Delhi’s progress. Gahlot, under investigation by the ED and CBI, called AAP a party straying from its values. BJP reacted sharply, terming AAP a "sinking boat" ahead of the 2024 Delhi elections.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s aircraft experienced a technical issue at Deoghar airport, Jharkhand, today. The aircraft was grounded for repairs, prompting a replacement plane to be dispatched from New Delhi. This caused a delay in the PM’s return to the capital. Earlier, Modi addressed rallies marking tribal leader Birsa Munda’s anniversary, celebrated as Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas. The rallies coincided with campaigning for Jharkhand Assembly elections, where Modi criticized the Congress, accusing its leadership of conspiring against reservations for SC, ST, and OBC communities.