India voted on Monday in the fourth phase of a seven-week long general election, as campaign rhetoric became more strident over economic disparities and religious divisions, while soaring summer temperatures was a challenge for some voters.

Get the latest updates on India's 2024 general election, featuring intense campaigning amidst economic disparities and religious divisions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks a third term, facing off against Rahul Gandhi-led Congress and other opposition parties.

Millones de indios en 96 circunscripciones empezaron a votar el lunes mientras las gigantescas elecciones de India, que duran seis semanas, entraban en su segunda mitad.

By Rishika Sadam and Jatindra Dash HYDERABAD/BHUBANESWAR, India (Reuters) - India voted on Monday in the fourth phase of a seven-week long general election, as campaign rhetoric became more strident over economic disparities and religious divisions.

Millions of Indians across 96 constituencies are casting their ballots as the country’s gigantic, six-week-long election edges past its halfway mark

The fourth phase of India's seven-phase elections are underway, with people headed to vote in 96 constituencies across 10 states and Union Territories. Rising temperatures could affect an already low voter turnout.