The first phase on April 19 saw a turnout of 66.14 per cent in 102 seats across 21 states, while the second phase on April 26 recorded a turnout of 66.71 per cent in 88 seats across 13 states. The third phase on May 7 had a turnout of 65.68 per cent in 94 seats across 11 states. In comparison, the fourth phase on May 13 recorded the highest turnout of 69.16 per cent, with 86 constituencies in 10 states going to polls.
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The arrest of four foreign terrorists in Gujarat, who were Islamic State fidayeens from Sri Lanka, has raised concerns in Delhi. Intelligence agencies suspect a murky plot and are on high alert. The arrested quartet had targeted Jewish establishments in the city. The operatives were linked to a banned Sri Lankan militant outfit and had connections to Pakistan. The implications of this arrest are significant for national security.