UP’s 10 RS seats filled unopposed: BJP gets 8, SP 2; Akhilesh says ‘focus is on 403’

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1. Fri, 9 October 2026

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   • Times of India12:04first to report
     UP’s 10 RS seats filled unopposed: BJP gets 8, SP 2; Akhilesh says ‘focus is on 403’

     On the last day for withdrawal of nominations, all ten Rajya Sabha candidates from Uttar Pradesh were elected unopposed. The eight BJP candidates include Dharampal Singh and Prakash Pal, while the two candidates from Samajwadi Party are Ram Gopal Yadav and Dhanraj Parimal Nathwani. The BJP introduced an entirely new slate, avoiding renominations of outgoing members in a strategic move.

2. Fri, 16 October 2026

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   • Times of India05:41
     ‘Lucknow engine failed’: Akhilesh takes ‘Delhi handing over command’ dig at BJP pressers
3. Sun, 18 October 2026

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   • Times of India11:30
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     Dimple Yadav is stepping into the spotlight with a heightened political presence within the Samajwadi Party. As she actively campaigns and addresses rallies in anticipation of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, her efforts aim to connect with women voters—a key demographic for the party's triumph. Her initiatives are centered on empowering women and addressing social issues that speak to the electorate.