Patna District Magistrate, Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh, has defended the detention of 43 individuals, including political strategist Prashant Kishor, during protests over BPSC exams. Singh stated that the protest at Gandhi Maidan was illegal and despite warnings, protesters refused to vacate. An FIR was filed and 15 vehicles were seized. Verification has shown that 30 out of the 43 detained individuals were not students, and Dr. Singh has warned of strict action against any future illegal protests.
The protest by BPSC students demanding the cancellation of the 70th CCE exam has escalated, with Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor getting involved in a heated exchange with the protesters. The DM has filed an FIR against Kishor and other known individuals for organizing the protest without permission. Kishor has also alleged that crores of rupees have been exchanged for posts in the BPSC exam, causing hesitation to order a fresh examination.
As the last phase of polling for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 comes to an end, exit poll results are set to be out on Saturday. Renowned political analysts Prashant Kishor and Yogendra Yadav have already provided their predictions for the electoral outcome, with Kishor foreseeing another victory for BJP and Yadav suggesting challenges for the NDA. The exit polls will provide an initial idea of how India voted, with the actual results to be declared on June 4th. Stay updated with News18.com for in-depth coverage of voter turnout, upcoming phases, results and much more.
Renowned political strategist and founder of I-PAC, Prashant Kishor has been making bold predictions on the outcome of elections in various states. However, his predictions have often been proven wrong, making him a subject of controversy. In a recent interview with news anchor Karan Thapar, Kishor defended his predictions and even challenged Thapar to show evidence of his past statements. The encounter left Kishor red-faced and raised questions about the accuracy of his predictions.
A fake BJP letterhead claiming that party president JP Nadda has appointed Prashant Kishor as the party's national spokesperson has gone viral on social media. Prashant Kishor's party, Jan Suraaj, has issued a statement calling out Congress leader Jairam Ramesh for sharing the fake image on WhatsApp. The poll strategist has sparked controversy after predicting a victory for BJP in an exclusive interview and crediting the ruling party with shifting the election discourse to winning 370 seats in the Lok Sabha.
The political world is abuzz with criticism as renowned strategist Prashant Kishor encountered a heated interview with journalist Karan Thapar, where he denied making predictions about Congress's performance in Himachal Pradesh. Despite evidence suggesting otherwise, Kishor's statements have sparked a debate on the credibility of political forecasting and the accountability of public figures. Social media users have expressed their anger towards Kishor's behavior, with some even speculating that this controversy may harm his career.
Popular political strategist Prashant Kishor has warned that if the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party fails to reach the expected 370 seats in the Indian Parliament, it could result in disappointment for the market. Kishor noted that the BJP has strategically shifted its focus from the previous 272 seats to now aiming for 370 seats, potentially benefiting their chances. The fifth phase of the Lok Sabha polls took place on Monday as PM Narendra Modi and his party try to secure a third straight term in office. However, it will be a rare event for India's political landscape, which has traditionally been dominated by the Congress party.
Poll strategist Prashant Kishor, in an exclusive interview with India Today TV News Director Rahul Kanwal, predicted that the BJP will get around 300 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. He also shared his thoughts on the party's "over-dependence" on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and suggested that Rahul Gandhi should take a break if Congress fails to win. Kishor also discussed his future plans and his Jaan Suraj party in Bihar.
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, poll strategist Prashant Kishor shared his predictions and analysis for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha election. He believes that the opposition will not be significantly weakened, even if the BJP wins, and highlighted the power of public dissent in forcing the recall of three farm laws. Mr. Kishor also mentioned three potential "pain points" for the government - rural distress, unemployment, and income disparity - and suggested that the opposition might benefit from attacking the BJP on these issues.
In a strategic move, Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has pitched co-founder and director of I-PAC, Rishi Raj Singh, against his former boss Prashant Kishor. In a recent meeting with the I-PAC team, Jagan declared that the team will lead to a record-breaking victory for the YSRCP in the upcoming 2024 elections, countering Kishor's prediction that the party would only win 51 seats. This is the first time that Jagan has spoken about Kishor's departure and the existing I-PAC team, stating that they will also work with his government post-elections.