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A better model: On a catalogue of actions by the Election Commission of India

The catalogue of Election Commission of India’s actions might give an appearance of even-handedness, but issues that it does not address too require attention

The Hindu

Election Commission suspends Hyderabad DCP, ACP, Inspector for ‘partisan policing’

ECI suspends 3 police officers for partisan policing in Hyderabad after seizure of ₹18 lakh cash.

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EC serves notice on Karnataka Congress govt. for issuing ads in Telangana

ECI serves notice on Karnataka Govt for violating model code of conduct in Telangana by issuing ads on welfare schemes & achievements. ECI asked Karnataka Chief Sec. to explain why disciplinary action should not be taken & directed to stop ads with immediate effect.

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Morning Digest | Hopes pinned on rat miners to rescue workers trapped in Uttarkashi tunnel; Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza extended by two days, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on November 26, 2023

The Hindu

Niranjan says Harish Rao distorting ECI letter

G. Niranjan, VP of Telangana Congress, demanded Harish Rao to apologize to farmers for his statements that caused ECI to deny Rythu Bandhu funds. He rejected Rao's claim that his letter to ECI was responsible. ECI imposed restrictions on BRS leaders to prevent misuse of funds. Harish Rao broke the…

The Hindu

Prayers held in Mizoram for change in counting date

Churches in Mizoram held prayers to seek a change in the date of counting of votes for State Assembly election

The Hindu

‘Yet to receive KTRs explanation on MCC violation notice’

Mr.Rama Rao on November 20, as per ECI, had used T-Works, Raidurgam, a government institution for political activities and combining official visit with political/private purpose and violated the model code.

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IAS retired official says nothing found during searches by ECI flying squad at his house in Hyderabad

Retired officer A.K. Goel says no liquor or cash found during the search by ECI flying squad. Congress had alleged stash of cash.

The Hindu

City residents furious as political parties affix stickers on homes without consent

Residents in Hyderabad face nuisance of political parties affixing stickers to their boundary walls without consent. Santosh Reddy and Chandana (name changed) recount their experiences of confronting the party workers and the ECI's circular released in October 2022 which states permission should be voluntary and not under pressure.

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Youth Congress leader Rahul Mamkootathil reaches police station for ‘questioning’ in the voter identity card counterfeiting case

Newly elected Youth Congress State president, Rahul Mamkootathil, turned up for “questioning” in connection with a high-profile criminal case relating to the alleged use of digitally counterfeited Election Commission of India voter identity cards

The Hindu

Provide security to independent candidate Shireesha: HC

Telangana HC directs govt, ECI to provide security to independent candidate Karne Shireesha. HC also directs Registry to collate data on criminal cases against MPs, MLAs in 2 weeks. SC order on Nov 9 to expedite adjudication of criminal cases against elected members.

The Hindu

ECI serves notice to KCR for his comments on Congress

ECI serves notice to Telangana CM K. Chandrashekhar Rao for derogatory comments on Congress. CEO Telangana delivers notice on complaint by NSUI State President. ECI took factual report and served notice citing CM's remarks on knife attack on BRS candidate.

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ECI approves disbursal of Rythu Bandhu

ECI approves Telangana govt. to disburse Rythu Bandhu incentive before Assembly polls. Scheme provides ₹5,000/acre/season to farmers directly into their accounts. BRS leaders credit scheme for boosting agriculture, while Congress accused BRS of twisting their statements & spreading false propaganda.

The Hindu

Panauti remark against PM Modi | Election Commission issues notice to Rahul

ECI issues notice to Rahul Gandhi for using words "Jebkatra" and "Panauti" against PM Modi. BJP had approached ECI to take action against Gandhi for calling Modi a "Panauti" at an election rally. Gandhi alleged Modi diverts people's attention while Adani "picks their pockets".

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EC cracks whip on Rajasthan Congress for newspaper ads that ‘look like news items’

Days ahead of polling in Rajasthan, the Election Commission of India has asked the state’s Congress unit to furnish an explanation about its advertisements in mainstream newspapers that “looked like news items”.

The Hindu

Police arrest four youth Congress workers on suspicion of counterfeiting voter ID cards

Four YC workers arrested for counterfeiting ECI voter ID cards to influence YC polls. Police seized digital devices, consulted ECI & CEO. Congress, CPI(M) & BJP in stand-off. YC president Mamkoottathil summoned for questioning. Alleged plot to pre-empt protests against Navakerala Sadas. Mamkoottathil puts brave face, says won't evade probe.

The Hindu

ECI notice to Rajasthan Congress over advertisements that look like news

The Election Commission asked the Rajasthan Congress for an explanation on the advertisements issued in mainstream newspapers which were “designed” to look like a news item.

The Hindu

BJP asks Election Commission to act against Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge for panauti, OBC jibes about PM Modi

The BJP on Wednesday approached the Election Commission of India (ECI) to demand that action be taken against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

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TDP urges Election Commission to form task force to oversee revision of voters’ list

TDP urges ECI to deploy Special Observers, constitute task force for SSR of electoral rolls. Alleges DEOs, EROs not following ECI directions, buckling under political pressure. Appeal to ECI to deploy Observers, form task force, remove Secretariat staff as BLOs. Request ECI to provide details of additions/deletions to parties in…

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TDP collecting voters’ details in violation of rules, alleges Sajjala

Close on the heels of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leaders meeting the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the alleged inclusion of bogus voters in the electoral rolls in Andhra Pradesh, the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) trained its guns on the ‘Bhavishyathu ki Guarantee’ programme of the TDP.

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Probe into use of fake voter ID cards in YC polls get close to forum’s rank and file

Police probe into fake ECI voter ID cards used to rig YC elections gets close to Congress rank and file. SIT searches homes of 3 YC workers, may arrest suspects to seek court order for cyber forensic probe. Probe deepens fissures between opposing factions in Congress.

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ECI asked to file criminal cases against KCR and KTR for ‘abusive and slanderous’ advertisements against Congress

Congress urges ECI to file criminal case vs KCR, KTR for 'Scamgress' ad. Delegation demands ECI ensure BRS express regrets, ban on BRS ads till end of elections. Also demands action vs KTR for abusing official power, utilising T-Hub for personal gain.

The Hindu

ECI observers visit polling booths in Maoist-affected areas in Bhupalpally constituency

ECI observers assess arrangements for peaceful elections in Maoist-affected Bhupalpally constituency. Abhay Nandan and Amit Kumar interact with villagers, instruct officials to enforce Model Code of Conduct and ensure incident-free polls. Mandal and divisional level police and revenue officials accompany them.

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Telangana: BRS hires at least 250 ‘influencers’ and celebrities to promote its campaign

“You all know that I am from Nizamabad. I am going to share changes and developments in my village. Government school renovation, water tank renovation, roads, bridges, hospitals have undergone changes. If these changes happened in the last 5-10 years, it is only because of the KCR government. Not just…

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Assembly Polls 2023: Over Rs 1760 cr cash, liquor, drugs seized in five election states

The Election Commision of India (ECI) on Monday said that poll officials have reported a seizure of over Rs 1760 crores in five polling states. Read further on Dynamite News:

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