US Election 2024: Date, Poll Timings, Live Streaming, Results, Exit Polls | Details Inside

As the contest intensifies between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, the 2024 US presidential election is shaping up to be one of the most closely observed in history.

With profound implications for the country, voters and political analysts are keen to understand how best to follow the developments on Election Day.

US Election 2024: Date and Timing

The 2024 presidential election is scheduled for Tuesday, 5 November.

Polling hours vary by state, but most polling stations will be open from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm local time (roughly 4:30 pm IST to 6:30 am IST on 6 November).

US Election 2024: Exit Polls

Exit polls, which provide insight into voter sentiment and may indicate potential outcomes, will begin after 5:00 pm EST (2:30 am IST on 6 November).

US Election 2024: Results

It's worth noting that while news organisations may share state-specific data, they won't officially announce a winner until all votes are counted in that state.

In crucial battleground states, results may not be available until thorough vote counts are completed, especially if the election is closely contested.

If the race is decisive, a winner could be declared within hours. However, if the votes are tightly split, it may take days or even weeks to finalise the result, depending on the speed of vote counting and any potential legal challenges.

Where to Watch the Results Live

For those keen to follow real-time results, several platforms will provide live election coverage.

OneIndia will offer comprehensive live coverage, available on its website. Viewers can also catch the latest US election updates on OneIndia's YouTube channel and follow live updates there.

Social media platforms will be essential sources of information, with updates and analysis from various news outlets and political commentators. OneIndia will maintain a live blog to keep viewers informed of every major development throughout election night.