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Modi should switch to power of love from politics of anger: Rahul
"Common man's dreams are not looked at... it is just one man's dream that prevails in the state and who is doing politics of anger," Rahul Gandhi.
Repolling ordered in three booths in Gujarat
Voting in these three booths will be held tomorrow as the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) at these stations developed technical snags
The real battle is between Modi's aura and the local pulse
Broadly speaking, the Congress's candidates have to depend on themselves to win, while BJP's candidates can depend on Modi's charisma to help them
Gujarat polls: BJP will win with thumping majority, says Jaitley
He further said the Congress conducted its campaign in Gujarat elections merely as a formality.
Modi inciting people by raising Sir Creek issue: Sonia Gandhi
Modi refuted Sonia's charges that he was trying to instigate the people by raising border security concerns through Sir Creek.
Gujarat imitated BSP's housing scheme: Mayawati
The BJP, in its election manifesto for the state Assembly elections, promised to build 50 lakhs houses in next five years.
Modi's hometown prays for its hero to be PM
Narendra Modi, may not have visited his family or childhood friends, but he is still very fondly remembered by the members of his extended family and almost everyone in Vadnagar, where he grew up.
Gujarat polls: Can BJP hold on to Palanpur?
Scarcity of drinking water like many other places in the state, is a major problem in Palanpur.
Gujarat polls: Rahul Gandhi to campaign again tomorrow
According to party sources, Rahul Gandhi will hold a public meeting in Bhuj in Kutch district.
UPA provided 50% more funds to Gujarat, they are misusing it: Sonia
Breaking into Gujarati to ask people to vote for her party, Gandhi said that the Narendra Modi led government was misleading people in the name of development and making false promises.
Gujarat polls: Will high turnout damage Modi or benefit him?
High voter turnouts usually mean a strong anti-incumbency vote. But Modi partisans say Gujarat defies conventional wisdom due to Modi's charisma.
A tale of two Gujarats: Is Ahmedebad the best example?
Ahmedabad has the distinction of being a vibrant city - a role model for urban development. But beneath the sheen, lurks a city that is neglected and completely off the government's map, where most of the Muslims live.
Why you should know Saurabh Patel, Modi's potential successor
A power centre in the Gujarat government, Patel could be in the running for the top job in the state if Modi decides to pursue his ambitions of being a national leader.
How 'deeply divided' Godhra is bracing for poll on 17 Dec
The Muslims, who have a large presence among the 2.13 lakh electorate, are still not ready to forget and forgive the 2002 communal carnage, notwithstanding Chief Minister Narendra Modi's much publicised "Sadbhavna Mission" and numerous other overtures to woo them.
Gujarat polls: Not about issues, it's just about Narendra Modi
The Congress campaign points to troubling malnutrition statistics; the Gujarat Parivartan party talks of the ‘revenge’ of the Patels, local journalists warn of the brewing discontent in rural Saurashtra, but frankly, there is only one issue in Gujarat: the persona of Narendra Modi.
I am a cricketer, have no interest in politics: Irfan Pathan
A day after he shared the stage with Narendra Modi at a poll rally, Irfan Pathan on Thursday said nothing much should be read into it as he was an "apolitical" person.
Gujarat polls: 67 percent voter turnout in first phase
The voting held amid tight security was peaceful barring a couple of incidents of violence and a few complaints of technical glitches in Electronic Voting Machines.
Gujarat live: Record 67% turnout in 1st phase
Live updates from Gujarat where voters in 87 of the 182 constituencies of the state assembly will exercise their franchise at 44,579 polling stations.
Rahul talks fluoride, Modi Sir Creek: Both miss the mark
In their campaign rallies, both Modi and Rahul lost their audiences somewhat by opting for esoteric issues.
Gujarat polls: 117-year old Kathuria has voted in every election since 1951
What makes this bunch apart is not their age but the fact that they have never missed an opportunity to vote till now -- be it the panchayat or Parliament.
Gujarat polls: First phase of voting ends, largely peaceful
By 3 pm, an estimated 53 percent of the 18 million eligible to vote in the first phase of polling had exercised their franchise.
Gujarat toils but only one man takes credit for it: Rahul
The Congress leader also accused the state government of not taking steps to ensure inclusive growth.
Modi's letter on Sir Creek can be taken to EC says Salman Khurshid
External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Thursday questioned the timing of Narendra Modi's letter on Sir Creek issue.
Gujarat polls: BJP feared mass exodus after Keshubhai's exit
The BJP spokesperson also said that Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi was not raking emotive and national issues without a reason in the Assembly polls.
Why the Saurashtra polls will be a nail-biter for the BJP and Modi
The polling in Saurashtra will decide the BJP's strategy for the next phase of polling and could also decide the future of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi.
Gujarat polls: Students walk for water in Malangdev Ota
In Mangaldev Ota, even though the government spent crores of rupees there has been no change in the condition of the people, said the citizen journalist.
Modi and Sir Creek: Why the PMO protests too much
It is easy to dismiss Modi's decision to raise the Sir Creek issue as only an election gimmick, but the issue needed to be raised anyway.
Gujarat polls: 18 percent voter turnout in first three hours
The constituencies where polling started include 48 in seven districts of Saurashtra, 35 seats in seven districts of south Gujarat and four seats in Ahmedabad district.
Back from exile, Amit Shah expected to romp to victory in Naranpura
He may have spent time in jail and political exile but in this polls, Amit Shah, Narendra Modi's aide is expected to win comfortably.
Modi or Rahul? Gujarat poll may decide who'll be the next PM
While analysts warn there is no certainty that either man will become their party's nominee for the top post, many in India are already talking about a potential Modi vs Gandhi clash in 2014 that would pit the charismatic but controversial chief minister against the heir to the country's first family.