Voting is underway for the second phase of India’s general election.
More than 155 million people are eligible to vote in the latest round, which covers 95 constituencies in 12 states.
The election began last week and will end next month in a massive exercise involving around 900 million people.
Votes will be counted on May 23 and the results are expected the same day.
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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has approved new plans and policies aimed at making Dubai one of the world’s most beautiful, livable and healthiest cities.
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Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has met with key partners to review preparations for the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums — ICOM Dubai 2025.
