Violence has flared in Indian-controlled Kashmir as millions of people vote on the penultimate day of national elections.

Maoist rebels launched a series of attacks today as the second phase of parliamentary elections began in India.

THE Gandhi political dynasty prepared for a return to power yesterday after it was handed a stunning victory in India’s elections.

India’s parliamentary elections today entered a crucial third round that will determine the fate of opposition leader Sonia Gandhi and her son, first-time candidate Rahul, the latest member of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty to enter politics.