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SC to list for urgent hearing Sharad Pawar's plea over EC order on Ajit's faction as real NCP

The Supreme Court on Friday said it will consider for early listing of the plea by Sharad Pawar challenging an Election Commission order. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 16, 2024

Sharad Pawar files appeal in Supreme Court against Election Commission order in favour of nephew

NCP founder Sharad Pawar appeals Supreme Court against EC decision recognizing Ajit Pawar's faction as 'real' party.

The Hindu · Feb 13, 2024

Election Commission team visits Sikkim, reviews preparedness for Lok Sabha, Assembly elections

“An Election Commission (EC) of India team headed by Senior Deputy Election Commissioner Dharmendra Sharma visited Sikkim and held meeting with the State government officers to review the preparedness for Lok Sabha and State Assembly polls to be held later this year,” an official said on February 13.

The Hindu · Feb 13, 2024

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Victory of invisible power, says Supriya Sule; Ajit Pawar accepts ruling with ‘humility’

The Sharad Pawar faction criticizes the Election Commission's decision, while Ajit Pawar accepts it with humility.

The Hindu · Feb 6, 2024

ECI rules Ajit Pawar faction is the real NCP

Real NCP news: The Election Commission declares Ajit Pawar's faction as the real NCP, ending speculation over the factional fight.

The Hindu · Feb 6, 2024

Pakistan human rights body says an upcoming election is unlikely to be free and fair

Pakistan’s independent human rights commission says there is little chance of free and fair parliamentary elections in the country next month because of “pre-poll rigging.”

The Independent UK · Jan 1, 2024

Mizoram Election Result: ZPM set to form government in state, CM aspirant Lalduhoma to meet Governor on Tuesday

Zoram People's Movement (ZPM), a six party alliance, is headed toward forming the government on it own in Mizoram. at 12 noon Election Commission trends showed the ZPM leading in 26 of the 40 seats. Among these ZPM has so far clinched 7 wins on Monday as the counting of…

Dynamite News · Dec 4, 2023

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News Analysis | High voltage Telangana poll campaign with twists and turns, Karnataka rule dominates issues

High-stakes Telangana elections saw parties take potshots at each other, with corruption and family rule dominating the campaign. Top leaders of Congress and BJP, including Rahul Gandhi and PM Modi, campaigned vigorously. BRS chief KCR addressed 96 rallies, while Congress promised six guarantees and BJP focussed on Centre's welfare schemes.

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Election Commission calls for local touch at every polling station

Mr.Shandilya said that the Central Armed Police Forces personnel will be deployed at critical polling stations, bolstered by 391 route mobiles, each comprising three armed personnel and one police constable.

The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023

Re-polling underway in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh following Election Commission's order

Re-polling is underway at booth number 3 under polling centre number 71 at Kishupura in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Nov 21, 2023

Disappointed youth and first-timers vote ‘for the sake of it’ in Madhya Pradesh

The State has 22,34,861 first-time voters in these elections, as per the Election Commission data.

The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023

Bangladesh to hold parliamentary elections on January 7

Violent protests by opposition parties have demanded premier’s resignation, transfer of power to caretaker government.

Al Jazeera · Nov 15, 2023

BRS president and Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao’s campaign vehicle checked in Kothagudem

Election officials in BHADRADRI KOTHAGUDEMA conducted a thorough check of Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao's hi-tech campaign vehicle, "Pragathi Ratham", at the helipad in accordance with the model code of conduct and Election Commission's norms. The vehicle was part of the Chief Minister's convoy that visited Prakasam stadium for a…

The Hindu · Nov 5, 2023

Jairam Ramesh alleges poll code violation by airline

Jairam Ramesh alleges IndiGo violated Model Code of Conduct by hailing PM Modi for "something routine" and then appealing to passengers to vote in upcoming State elections. He claims there was no mention of Election Commission in the vote appeal announcement. He also said other airlines have resisted pressure from…

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

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The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

EC publishes draft electoral rolls 2024 for Karnataka with 5.33 crore voters

The Election Commission on Friday published the 2024 draft electoral rolls for Karnataka with a total electorate of 5,33,77,162 voters, which is an increase by 2,91,596 votes since the election roll was published ahead of the elections to the Legislative Assembly.

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

EC to appoint ‘Newton’ actor Rajkummar Rao as National Icon

Rajkummar Rao to be inducted as National Icon by Election Commission. His portrayal of a principled govt clerk in 'Newton' won accolades. EC has recognised Pankaj Tripathi, Aamir Khan, Sachin Tendulkar, Dhoni & Mary Kom as national icons.

The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023

Omar Abdullah asks EC to spell out factors delaying Jammu and Kashmir polls

The former J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah asked the EC to spell out the factors for not holding elections in J&K. Read more on The Hindu

The Times of India · Oct 6, 2023

Election Commission enforces ban on transfer of officials in Andhra Pradesh

VIJAYAWADA: Election Commission has imposed a ban on transfer of officials involved in preparation of electoral rolls in Andhra Pradesh till the completion of revision of rolls.

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The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023

Traffic restrictions today

Cyberabad Traffic Police issue advisory for Oct 5 meeting of Election Commission officials and State govt officials at Tech Mahindra in Madhapur. Heavy traffic expected 8:30-11:30am in surrounding areas. Public urged to plan schedule & cooperate for smooth flow of traffic. #TrafficRegulations #ElectionCommission #StateGovernment

Dynamite News · Oct 1, 2023

Rajasthan assembly polls: CEC Rajiv Kumar urges voters to exercise their franchise

Speaking on the poll preparations for the upcoming Rajasthan assembly elections, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on Sunday appealed to voters to make use of their voting rights and to come out in large numbers to exercise their franchise. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023

Election Commission urged to take action against Siddaramaiah for poll malpractice

RTI activist Bheemappa Gundappa Gadad has written to ECI alleging CM Siddaramaiah of distributing cookers and iron boxes to voters in Belagavi, violating Representation of People Act and EC guidelines. He has threatened to approach court if EC does not take action.

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Wait to be finally over, Puthuppally verdict today

UDF, LDF battle for Puthuppally seat; counting of votes begins Fri. UDF confident of win, LDF hopeful of wafer-thin margin, NDA confident of increasing vote share.

The Hindu · Sep 4, 2023

BJP, SP accuse each other of corrupting Ghosi bypoll, complain to EC

BJP and SP accuse each other of influencing Ghosi bypoll. BJP State President writes to Chief State Election Commissioner alleging SP candidate distributing money in Dalit and Muslim areas. SP claims BJP trying to influence poll through govt. machinery. Both parties submit memorandums to Election Commission. Election Commission urged to…

The Hindu · Aug 29, 2023

The Election Commission — autonomy in the crosshairs

As the autonomy of the Election Commission of India does not gel with the government’s goals, it would like to have a firmer grip on the ECI through statutory means

The Hindu · Aug 10, 2023

Proposed Election Commisioners selection Bill ploy to rig 2024 Lok Sabha election: Trinamool Congress

The Trinamool Congress alleged that the new proposed Bill that seeks to regulate the selection of the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners is a ploy to rig the 2024 Lok Sabha poll as the BJP is afraid of the united I.N.D.I.A. alliance.

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