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UP Election 2022: 3 officials removed, FIR ordered against lekhpal for flouting of EVM, ballot paper rules

LUCKNOW: Hours after videos of alleged violation of rules of transporting and handling EVMs and ballot paper bundles went viral, at least three senior officers were removed by the Election Commission in Uttar Pradesh, while one FIR was lodged against a lekhpal on Wednesday.

The Times of India

Let counting of votes go on as per established practice, says Supreme Court

Election Commission is following apex court judgment, it says

The Hindu

Assembly elections 2022: How political parties used social media for campaign

NEW DELHI: The soon-to-be concluded round of assembly polls saw major political parties embrace virtual campaign with enthusiasm, partly necessitated by the Election Commission's restrictions on account of Covid-19 and also due to the realisation that a lot more people could be reached through social media.

The Times of India

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U.P. polls | 24-hour campaigning ban for BJP MLA for Model Code of Conduct violation

The Election Commission order stated that Raghvendra Pratap Singh’s speech on February 19 during a public gathering in the constituency was ‘utterly irresponsible, provocative and threatening in nature’

The Hindu

EC notice to Congress leader over ‘bury Yogi, Modi’ statement

The Election Commission on Wednesday issued a notice to Congress leader and candidate from Pindara in Uttar Pradesh Ajay Rai for prima facie violating the Model Code of Conduct by calling on voters to “bury” U.P. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Hindu

EC orders re-polling in Karhal’s Jaswantpur booth on Feb 23 after complaint of bogus voting by Union minister SP Singh Baghel

AGRA: The Election Commission on Tuesday decided to conduct re-polling at Jaswantpur booth in UP’s Karhal constituency of Mainpuri district on Wednesday following a complaint of "bogus voting and impersonation" filed by Union minister and BJP candidate SP Singh Baghel, who is fighting elections against Samajwadi party chief Akhilesh Yadav.

The Times of India

Election Commission allows political rallies without capacity limit, road shows

COVID-10 cases have declined significantly, it says

The Hindu

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Polling figures revised: At 69.25%, Derabassi tops in Mohali district

MOHALI: The provisional voter turnout figure of 63.1% in the district on Sunday was revised to 66.72% by the Election Commission (EC) on Monday. This made the district go up a notch from the bottom slot that was now taken by Amritsar at 66.16%.

The Times of India

Election Commission restores higher limit of star campaigners per party

It had in October 2020 reduced the number of star campaigners in order to reduce large crowds during the pandemic.

The Hindu

Notice to Raja Singh

The Election Commission on Wednesday issued a show-cause notice to BJP MLA of Goshamahal T. Raja Singh to explain within 24 hours his “vote for BJP or face bull-dozer” comments made on a video.

The Hindu

EC seeks action against Punjab State Information Commissioner Anumit Singh Sodhi

CHANDIGARH: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has requested the Punjab governor to issue appropriate advisory and take necessary action against Punjab State Information Commissioner Anumit Singh Sodhi for violation of the model code of conduct by taking part in political activities.

The Times of India

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EC accepts Christians’ demand, changes Manipur polling dates

IMPHAL: Bowing to intense pressure from the Christian community, the Election Commission (EC) on Thursday rescheduled the date of voting for the two-phased Manipur assembly polls to February 28 (Monday) and March 5 (Saturday).

The Times of India

Election Commission revises Manipur poll dates

Now, phase 1 will be held on February 28, phase 2 on March 5.

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Uttarakhand elections: EC notice to BJP over Harish Rawat's morphed photo

The Election Commission of India (EC) has sent notice to Uttarakhand BJP on Saturday for allegedly posting a morphed photo of Congress leader and former chief minister Harish Rawat on social media

The Hindu

MSP panel only after Assembly polls: Agriculture Minister

Election Commission told Government to put off committee, Narendra Singh Tomar tells Rajya Sabha.

The Hindu

Shots fired at Asaduddin Owaisi’s car in Meerut; one arrested

AIMIM leader says Election Commission must order probe.

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EC draws up 400 seats for next poll

The Election Commission (EC) has finished drawing up 400 constituencies across the country for the next general election, with Bangkok allocated the most seats at 33.

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EC orders provincial offices to redraw electoral boundaries

The Election Commission has instructed its offices in all provinces to prepare to re-demarcate electoral boundaries to accommodate the increased number of MPs under the amended constitution.

The Times of India

Azam’s son cries foul over Rampur cops’ move to issue 55k ‘red card’ notices

BAREILLY: Azam Khan’s son and Samajwadi Party candidate Abdullah Khan, has alleged that many SP workers are being issued “red cards” to affect his campaigning. He has urged the Election Commission to take appropriate action to ensure “a fair electoral process”, Abdullah said, “If this situation continues, there is no…

The Times of India

Election Commission eases rally curbs, raises cap for outdoor meetings

NEW DELHI: Allowing a physical poll campaign to begin across the five poll-bound states from Tuesday in view of the flattening curve of Covid infections, the Election Commission on Monday allowed in-person public meetings in open spaces subject to a cap of 1,000 participants, up from 500 earlier, while also…

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Poll curbs may be eased as EC to review ban on rallies today

NEW DELHI: Amid improving vaccination status and declining graph of daily Covid cases in the poll-bound states, the Election Commission will on Monday review its ban on big political rallies and roadshows after hearing the assessment of the health ministry and respective state governments.

The Times of India

Uttar Pradesh elections: Nominations of some Shiv Sena candidates rejected illegally, says Sanjay Raut

MUMBAI: Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday alleged that the nominations of six to seven candidates of his party for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections were rejected "illegally". Talking to reporters in Mumbai, Raut said he will meet the Election Commission over this and submit all required documents.

The Hindu

Election Commission bans exit polls till March 7

Any person who violates the order will be punished with a two-year jail term or fine or both.

The Hindu

EC should focus on electoral reforms: Karnataka Speaker

Vishweshwara Hegde Kageri wants Election Commission of India to usher electoral reforms to contain caste, muscle, money power and defections instead of confining itself to conducting elections to State legislatures and the Parliament

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