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Alleged use of bogus IDs in YC organisational poll, CEC seeks report

YC suffers setback as fraud allegations emerge: CPI(M) & BJP accuse YC of treason & breach of security; YC defends sanctity of polls; Sudhakaran says AICC to weigh merit of allegation.

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Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena writes to ECI, objects to BJP’s free pilgrimage promise

Speaking to reporters in Mumbai, Mr. Thackeray said that during the Karnataka Assembly election held in May this year, PM Modi had similarly sought votes along religious lines, asking people to chant ‘Victory to Bajrang Bali’ before casting their votes.

The Hindu

Spare women above 50 years of age from election work, insists a PIL in Madras High Court

.Petitioner M. Sasikala seeks direction to ECI, TNSEC to spare women above 50 from election work & provide safety, security & basic amenities to others. Women aged 50+ suffer most due to lack of food, water & toilet facilities in remote polling booths. Women forced to spend night in booths…

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Sack Assam Governor for campaigning for BJP in Rajasthan: TMC, AAP

AAP and TMC have sought the intervention of the President and the Election Commission of India for taking action against the Assam Governor, who relinquished all political posts before joining the constitutional post.

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TS NSUI president moves HC seeking action against KCR over ‘provocative remarks’

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Modi govt violated MCC by opening poll bond sales in November: Activist writes to EC

An activist has written to the Election Commission of India alleging that the Narendra Modi government has violated the Model Code of Conduct with its decision to open electoral bond sales – from November 6 to November 20 – ahead of assembly elections in five states.

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HC notices to election authorities over common symbol to Telangana Yuva Shakti party candidates

Telangana HC issues notices to election authorities in a writ filed by Telangana Yuva Shakti party seeking common symbol for its candidates. Petitioner contended ECI did not consider its representation. HC declined to interfere in a separate petition seeking helicopter or ring as symbol. Another petition seeking details of A.S.D.…

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Submit details of funds from poll bonds, EC tells parties

The Election Commission of India has once again asked political parties to submit details of funds received by them through electoral bonds by November 15

The Hindu

Rajasthan Assembly polls: Know the numbers from previous elections

Rajasthan, the largest state in the country in terms of area, is heading for Assembly elections on November 25 where 5.26 crore voters will go for polling to decide the next government in the state.

The Hindu

Congress approaches Election Commission over ‘misuse’ of ED in Chhattisgarh

Congress approaches ECI to ensure ED's impartiality in Chhattisgarh polls. Delegation led by Singhvi demands disciplinary action against ED officials for misusing powers and violating EC's guidelines. ED accused of being used as political tool by BJP against Opposition leaders.

The Hindu

Panneerselvam camp examining different options after HC bars them from associating with AIADMK

With the Madras High Court restraining AIADMK’s former coordinator O. Panneerselvam from associating himself with the party in any form, his camp is examining different options to face the situation.

The Hindu

Election Commission to review election preparedness in four southern States, Union territories on November 9

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has convened a conference of Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs) and police nodal officers of four States and the Union Territories in south India in Chennai for November 9 to review important aspects of preparedness for the 2024 general election

The Hindu

Not on a Sunday: Naga tribal body wants vote counting date rescheduled

The Konyak Union, the apex body of the Konyak Naga community, has asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) to reschedule the date of counting of votes for by-election in Nagaland’s Tapi Assembly constituency. The ECI had fixed December 3, a Sunday, for the counting of votes for Tapi and…

The Hindu

ECI wants randomisation of police personnel before their deployment to polling stations

ECI directs State officials to ensure randomisation of police personnel, provide training to video surveillance teams, dispose of pending forms, ensure candidates & agents download C-Vigil App, monitor media channels & take corrective action.

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Mizoram Assembly elections: Polling to take place in 40 seats on November 7

Mizoram Assembly elections 2023: More than 8.52 lakh voters will decide the fate of 174 candidates in Mizoram on November 7

The Hindu

ECI unhappy over spate of poll-related complaints from Telangana

Going by the magnitude of complaints received since the announcement of the election schedule, the number is likely to go up since the nomination process has started.

The Hindu

Over 15,000 submit applications for inclusion in electoral rolls in T.N. in seven days

ECI received 15,887 Form 6 applications from 38 districts in TN, incl. highest from Tiruvallur (990), Coimbatore (965) & Chennai (960). 19,036 Form 8 & 1,914 Form 7 applications also received. ECI pleased with response & organising special camps Nov 4-5 for citizens to check electoral rolls.

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CEO issues guidelines for political parties, candidates; nominations start from today

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NCERT to add content on electoral literacy in school textbooks; EC, Education Ministry sign MoU

NCERT to introduce/update textbooks to include content on electoral literacy for classes 6-12. MoU signed between ECI and Education Ministry to extend ECI's SVEEP in schools/colleges. Aim to address voter apathy among urban/young Indians.

The Hindu

Surveillance and monitoring stepped up, CS tells ECI officials

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ECI directs election officials to go lenient on seizures in genuine cases

Traders who are facing difficulties because of the rampant seizures of cash, gold and other precious metals will heave a sigh of relief as the Election Commission of India has directed the State election officials to “go lenient if the case is genuine”.

The Hindu

Post offices playing a pivotal role in delivery of EPICs, says Chief Post Master General, Telangana Circle

Telangana Postal Circle is ensuring timely delivery of EPIC cards & facilitating booking of ETPBs in GHMC limits. With 91% post offices in rural areas, 17,015 staff members are covering an average area of 18.05 sq km. 32,54,266 EPIC cards have been booked, 11 lakh since Sept. 80% delivery rate.…

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Indian Racing League event in Hyderabad shifted to Chennai

Hyderabad to miss out on IRL race; shifted to Chennai due to police pressure. Fans to get full refunds; ECI's election mandate cited as reason. Formula E event in city next year unlikely to be affected.

The Hindu

District Election Officer inspects training programme for polling officials in Khammam

Khammam Collector and District Election Officer V.P. Gautham inspects election training for polling officials. He urges them to follow ECI norms for free and fair elections.

The Hindu

The legality of the electoral bonds scheme | Explained

With the Supreme Court set to hear final arguments on October 31, The Hindu looks at the contentious issues surrounding the legality of the scheme

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