Business in Berhampur took a backseat on Tuesday as some traders in Bada Bazar, the wholesale market, shut down their shutters on counting day. The slow business was attributed to intense heat and the reduced footfall in the market due to the counting of votes. A trader in Bada Bazar area mentioned closing the shop due to these factors. Recent articles on similar topics include celebrations of Lucknow's Bada Mangal festival and concerns of traders in Mundera Mandi and North Goa related to vote counting.
Samajwadi Party (SP) functionaries in Prayagraj claim to have completed preparations for counting of votes at Mundera Mandi amid tight security. Trained counting agents from various professions will be vigilant throughout the process. SP remains cautious of BJP's intentions and predicts INDIA block forming govt at the Centre.
BJP celebrates victory in Arunachal Pradesh state assembly and predicts repeat success in Lok Sabha polls. Security beefed up at counting site. Recent articles cover traders' concerns, party preparations for counting day, and advice to candidates.