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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:

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

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…

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

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…

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:

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

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?

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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…

56 Rajya Sabha seats go to polls on February 27

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.

ECI conducts training programme on ESMS

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)

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.

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.

Poll violations | Election Commission of India recommends suspension of IAS officer, 5 others

The Election Commission of India has recommended suspension of an IAS officer along with two more officers and three outsourcing employees for allegedly and unauthorisedly downloading about 34,000 Electors Photo Identification Cards between March and April in 2021 in Tirupati Assembly Constituency, during the time of Tirupati Lok Sabha by-elections.

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Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Election Commission to hold meeting in Uttar Pradesh

With the Lok Sabha elections only a few months away, the Election Commission of India will visit Uttar Pradesh and hold a meeting with district officers on January 30 to review preparedness for the polls. Read further on Dynamite News:

Andhra Pradesh’s electoral gender ratio rises to an impressive 1,036 in a decade

Sustained efforts by the Election Commission of India resulted in the Electoral Gender Ratio of Andhra Pradesh rising from 1,013 in the year 2014 to 1,036 as on January 10, 2024. During a media briefing on the preparedness for general elections in Andhra Pradesh, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said he…

Madras High Court junks PIL plea to enhance quantum of election deposit money

The Madras High Court on Tuesday dismissed a public interest litigation petition which sought a direction to the Election Commission of India (ECI) to consider a plea for enhancing the amount of money to be deposited by the contestants in general as well as Legislative Assembly elections.

Congress cries foul over refusal to accept hard copies for voter enrollment

The Congress party in Mysuru has cried foul over the reported refusal by officials to accept hard copies of applications for voter enrollment.

Election Commission tweaks rules for allocation of symbols to unrecognised political parties

The Election Commission of India brought in new rules for allocation of symbols to Registered Unrecognised Political Parties

Government kicks off New Year with fresh electoral bond sales from January 2

This is the 30th tranche of bond issuances under the electoral bond scheme that was launched in 2018 to “cleanse the system of political funding”, and is being scrutinised by the Supreme Court.

Final electoral roll will be released on January 22, says Krishna district Collector

Krishna district Collector P. Rajababu has said that the final electoral roll will be published on January 22, instead of the previously scheduled January 5, as per the decision made by the Election Commission of India (ECI).

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