In the midst of the Lok Sabha polls, the Election Commission has reprimanded former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu for his remarks against current CM Jagan Mohan Reddy. Naidu is known for his strong criticism of Reddy, calling him a "dictator in nature" and "psycho in behavior." The poll body has directed Naidu to be careful with his speeches and warned against making personal attacks on Reddy.
Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro is once again trying to secure victory in the upcoming July 28 elections by preventing millions of exiles from voting. According to a new study by Venezuelan non-government-organizations, nearly 5 million out of the 8 million Venezuelan exiles are unable to register in foreign consulates, while an additional 4 million people living in Venezuela are also unable to register due to various obstacles. This means that 25% of all eligible voters will not be able to participate in the elections, giving Maduro an unfair advantage. The regime's latest scheme comes after previously banning opposition leaders from running for president, with the opposition parties now rallying behind a new candidate.