Shillong, Nov 17: The National People’s Party (NPP) announced on Sunday that it has decided to withdraw support from the Biren Singh-led government in...

Voting for the Gambegre constituency ended on Wednesday with a strong turnout of 90.84 percent, as all 51 polling stations wrapped up operations at 6 PM.

Just a day ahead of the Gambegre bye-poll in West Garo Hills district, a Trinamool Congress (TMC) vehicle with cash was sized by the flying squad teams (FST) deputed by the Election Commission.

The Returning Officer to 56-Gambegre (ST) Legislative Assembly Constituency has issued an Order under Section 163 of the BNSS prohibiting all the candidates and political parties from election campaigning exercises namely, public meetings, rallies, processions, etc during the period of 48 hours ending with the hour fixed for the close of poll during the electioneering exercises to 56-Gambegre (ST) Constituency (Bye- Elections to Legislative Assembly Constituency 2024).

The Indigenous Tribal Leaders' Forum (ITLF) and ten tribal organizations urged residents on Sunday to refrain from participating in the upcoming Autonomous District Councils (ADC) elections in Manipur.

The National People’s Party (NPP) expressed optimism about winning the Gambegre bye-poll, citing a trend in which ruling parties often secure victories in bye-elections. NPP leader and Cabinet Minister A.T. Mondal emphasized the distinction between general elections and bye-elections, stating that the latter tend to favor the incumbent government.

In a major political development in Sikkim, the ruling Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) has won both seats in the upcoming by-elections without contest.

The Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT) has announced plans to complete an organizational restructuring by November 10 in preparation for the upcoming village council elections in Tripura.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed sorrow over the death of BJP worker Bipul Saikia, extending condolences to Saikia's family and condemning the pre-poll violence in the State. He has also accused Congress of orchestrating the attack that led to Saikia’s death.

Nipon Hajong, ADC Election (WGH) and Returning Officer (RO) for the Gambegre bye-election, announced that four candidates represent recognized political parties, while two are running as independents.