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Why did SBI not give ECI electoral bonds’ numbers to be made public, SC asks

Future Gaming and Hotel Services PR, whose managing director is the well known lottery magnate Santiago Martin, was the single largest donor to political parties between April 12, 2019 and January 24, 2024, according to the electoral bonds data released by the State Bank of India

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Electoral bonds data | 22 companies donated over ₹100 crore, BJP got highest share

Election Commission of India releases electoral bond data from SBI as per Supreme Court order.

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Electoral bonds data | Full list of donors and recipient political parties

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has put up the full list of donors who purchased electoral bonds and the political parties that encashed them

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NCP vs NCP: "Stick to your identity," SC to Ajit Pawar faction; questions it for using Sharad Pawar's photos for campaigning

The Supreme Court on Thursday questioned the Ajit Pawar faction, which has been officially recognised as the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) by the Election Commission of India, as to why it is using veteran leader Sharad Pawar's photos for campaigning. Read further on Dynamite News

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SBI tells SC it has complied with its direction to provide Electoral Bonds data to ECI

The Chairman of SBI has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court apprising that in compliance with the top court's order, date of purchase of each Electoral Bond, the name of the purchaser and the denomination of the Electoral Bond purchased has been furnished to the Election Commission of India.…

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Electoral bonds | Information ‘hand-delivered’ to Election Commission of India, SBI informs Supreme Court

SBI submits details of electoral bonds to ECI, including purchase, redemption, and recipient information, following Supreme Court directive.

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Appointment of EC | Supreme Court to hear plea to bring CJI back in selection committee

Supreme Court to urgently hear plea on unfair advantage in Election Commission appointments, challenging new law.

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Gemini to limit election-related content, Google confirms

Several countries are set to hold elections, and Google is taking steps to avoid misinformation on its platform

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"Ensure level-playing field for free, fair and inducement-free elections": CEC Rajiv Kumar directs poll observers

In the run-up to the forthcoming General Elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, the Election Commission of India on Monday organised a briefing for Observers to be deployed in the States and Union Territories. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Madurai Medical College cannot be exempted from being used as vote counting centre this year, ECI tells HC

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday told the Madras High Court that though it had taken a decision on July 18, 2023, to use educational institutions as vote counting centres only as a last resort, Madurai Medical College’s administrative block could not be exempted from being used as…

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TMC delegation meets EC, flags deactivation of Aadhaar cards in West Bengal

The Election Commission of India assured a delegation of Trinamool Congress that voters will not be stopped from practising their franchise if the don’t have an Aadhaar card

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People of Andhra Pradesh are willing to vote for the BJP, says Purandeswari

People of Andhra Pradesh are willing to vote for the BJP, says Purandeswari. ‘Praja Poru’ campaign is aimed at highlighting the Central government’s contribution to the development of Andhra Pradesh, says the BJP State president. The issue of alliances will be sorted out by the Central leadership, she says. The…

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ECI directs States, UTs to implement transfer policy in both letter and spirit

The ECI on Friday said that it has asked state governments to ensure that officers who are transferred out of the district after completing 3 years are not posted in another district within the same parliamentary constituency. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The clear message in the Court’s ‘no’ to electoral bonds

The Supreme Court’s judgment, striking down the electoral bonds scheme, is the outcome of vigilance by citizens

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Sharad Pawar says a ‘strange situation’ is arising, seeks urgent hearing in Supreme Court

NCP founder Sharad Pawar appeals to Supreme Court for urgent hearing, concerned about being subject to nephew Ajit Pawar's control.

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Ban on India’s electoral bonds: How will it affect 2024 election?

While transparency advocates and opposition leaders say ban is a big win for democracy, Modi’s BJP remains confident.

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From quid pro quo to proportionality: 5 takeaways from the electoral bonds verdict

The Supreme Court has struck down the Narendra Modi government’s electoral bonds scheme as “unconstitutional” in two separate judgments. It has asked the State Bank of India to submit the details of these bonds to the Election Commission of India which should publish it on its website by March 31.

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OpenAI executives discuss election misinformation and safety with civil society in India

OpenAI discusses AI-driven misinformation and election preparedness in India, urging collaboration with tech platforms and the Election Commission.

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Jai Bharat Maata Seva Samiti urges ECI to conduct free and fair elections

Jai Bharat Maata Seva Samiti on Friday urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to ban the sale of liquor and tobacco, and to shut down bars, clubs and pubs and dhabas to ensure free and fair elections across the country during the upcoming Parliament elections.

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LS polls: Karnataka High Court notice to EC on plea to curb use of tech-based platforms to bribe voters

The High Court of Karnataka has ordered issue of notice to the Election Commission of India on a PIL petition, which has sought directions to the EC to formulate new guidelines and introduce measures to curb newer and innovative corrupt practices, including bribing voters through gift cards, digital payments, and…

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56 Rajya Sabha seats go to polls on February 27

Rajya Sabha elections 2024: The Election Commission of India announces elections for 56 Rajya Sabha seats in 15 states on February 27.

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ECI conducts training programme on ESMS

The Election Commission of India conducts virtual training on Election Seizure Management System for Andhra Pradesh officers.

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Kerala’s final electoral rolls published; electorate grows by over 3 lakh voters in a year

Kerala’s electorate rose by over 3 lakh voters to record 2,70,99,326 voters, including 1,39,96,729 women, 1,31,02,288 men and 309 transgender voters, in the final Special Summary Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls published by the Election Commission of India (ECI)

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Parties raise furore over Tirupati byelection discrepancies

The Election Commission of India raises concerns over discrepancies in Tirupati voters' list, accusing ruling party of involvement.

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ECI estimates ₹10,000 crore needed every 15 years for new EVMs if simultaneous polls held

The Election Commission of India estimates that ₹10,000 crore is needed every 15 years for new EVMs if simultaneous polls are held.

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