The Election Commission of India has made a historic move by releasing the world's largest electoral dataset. It includes 42 reports on the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and 14 reports each for four state assembly elections. The data offers insights on voters, polling stations, voter turnout, and party performances. It highlights increased women and third-gender voter participation.
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Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar plans to detoxify and spend several months in solitude in the Himalayas after retiring on February 18. He intends to teach underprivileged children, reflecting on his own humble educational beginnings. Kumar, known for his poetic addresses, emphasizes the need to appreciate the transparent work of the Election Commission amidst baseless accusations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Holi greetings, hoping the festival strengthens national unity. After his two-day state visit to Mauritius, he expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality. PM Modi attended the Mauritius National Day parade and received the country's highest civilian award.
IAS officer Mannuamching takes over as DC of Pherzawl district, while Asish Das is transferred to Ukhrul district. Meanwhile, Myanaglambam Rajkumar is moved to Imphal West, and L Nandakumar Singh is the new DC of Chandel. Several SPs have also been transferred, including Rakesh Balwal to Imphal East and Shivanand Surve to Senapati.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized previous governments for neglecting the poor and using the 'Garibi Hatao' slogan as a mere electoral gimmick. He highlighted the BJP-led NDA government's efforts in lifting 25 crore people out of poverty through various welfare schemes and reforms, including cleaning up the bogus ration card system.
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External affairs minister S Jaishankar received historical artefacts and documents related to Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa's Phoenix Settlement Trust-Gandhi Development Trust. These items will be housed at the National Gandhi Museum in New Delhi, preserving Gandhi's legacy and his contributions to non-violent resistance against racial injustice.
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