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EC should apologise to the people of J&K for failing to hold elections: Omar Abdullah

Omar Abdullah criticised the EC over the delay in holding elections in the Union Territory.

The Hindu · Jan 10, 2024

Bangladesh's main opposition party starts a 48-hour general strike ahead of Sunday's election

Bangladesh’s main opposition party has started Saturday a 48-hour general strike as the South Asian nation is gearing up to hold its next general election

The Independent UK · Jan 6, 2024

Bangladesh opposition calls for strike on election weekend as premier Hasina seeks forgiveness

Bangladesh’s main opposition party is calling for general strikes on the weekend of the country’s parliamentary election, urging voters to join calls for boycott

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

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Have been saying since 2003, I don't trust EVMs: Digvijaya Singh

Digvijaya Singh raises questions over EVMs, demands VVPAT slips to ensure voter trust. INDIA bloc seeks meeting with ECI.

The Hindu · Dec 31, 2023

Rajasthan Cabinet formed with swearing-in of 22 Ministers at Raj Bhavan

Twenty-two BJP MLAs were sworn in as Ministers of the Rajasthan government during a ceremony at the Raj Bhawan in Jaipur on December 30. Of these, 12 were sworn in as Cabinet Ministers, five as Ministers of State (independent charge) and five as Ministers of State.

The Hindu · Dec 30, 2023

If EVMs not 'fixed' before LS polls, BJP can win over 400 seats: Sam Pitroda

Congress leader Sam Pitroda raises concerns over EVMs, calls for trust rebuilding before 2024 elections. Opp. INDIA bloc decides not to project PM candidate.

The Hindu · Dec 28, 2023

Reshuffling of police officials as per ECI guidelines to begin in January

Come January, the Police Department will start the process of transferring the officials ensconced in their present positions for more than three years. This is in tune with the order issued by the Election Commission ahead of the general elections to shuffle the officials involved in the poll process.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

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‘Nationwide campaign to be launched against the bill that replaces CJI by cabinet Minister in committee to select election commissioners’

Citizens for Democracy launches nationwide campaign opposing bill replacing CJI in Election Commission selection committee.

The Hindu · Dec 25, 2023

Election Commission directs political parties not to use terms derogatory to people with disabilities

The Election Commission on Thursday asked political parties to promote inclusivity for people with disabilities.

The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023

SC verdict on Article 370 abrogation | Conduct J&K Assembly elections by September 2024, SC directs EC

SC verdict on Article 370 abrogation: The Constitution Bench of Supreme Court has ordered the Election Commission to conduct elections to Jammu and Kashmir Assembly before September 30, 2024. The top court also directed Centre for the restoration of Statehood.

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

Article 370 abrogation harmed bond between J&K, rest of country: Omar Abdullah

Omar Abdullah says BJP govt. harmed bond between J&K and rest of India with abrogation of Article 370. People of J&K not happy with decision. He believes people will show unhappiness in assembly elections. He urges respect for religious beliefs of others. INDIA alliance to meet on Dec. 16 to…

The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023

Mizoram Assembly Elections: Counting of vote underway for 40 seats

Mizoram, the counting will be conducted in 13 centres across the state and 40 counting halls. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 4, 2023

5 ex-ministers renominated by BJP despite previous defeat leading in Chhattisgarh poll counting

RAIPUR: In the ongoing Chhattisgarh assembly election vote counting, five former ministers who had faced defeat in the 2018 polls but were re-nominated by the BJP this time are currently leading in their respective constituencies, according to data from the Election Commission.

The Times of India · Dec 3, 2023

Mizoram Assembly elections | Election Commission defers vote counting to December 4

Counting of votes for Mizoram Assembly polls will now take place on December 4, instead of December 3, the Election Commission of India announced

The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023

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The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Congress delegation meets Election Commission, reiterates complaint against PM Modi, Amit Shah

Congress delegation meets EC to complain about PM, HM, alleged tampering of postal ballots and circumventing of 'silence period' restriction in Telangana. Delegation raised Prime Minister and Home Minister’s alleged violation of Model Code of Conduct and submitted evidence of tampering of postal ballots in MP.

Newslaundry · Nov 28, 2023

‘Gross violation’: EC tells Karnataka govt to stop welfare scheme ads in Telangana newspapers

The Election Commission yesterday told the Congress government in Karnataka to immediately stop publishing ads on its welfare schemes and achievements in newspapers in Telangana. Telangana votes in its assembly election on November 30.

The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023

Niranjan says Harish Rao distorting ECI letter

G. Niranjan, VP of Telangana Congress, demanded Harish Rao to apologize to farmers for his statements that caused ECI to deny Rythu Bandhu funds. He rejected Rao's claim that his letter to ECI was responsible. ECI imposed restrictions on BRS leaders to prevent misuse of funds. Harish Rao broke the…

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

BRS writes to EC to reconsider its decision on Rythu Bandhu disbursement

BRS requests EC to reconsider decision to withdraw permission for disbursement of Rythu Bandhu investment support.

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The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

Harish Rao accuses Congress of EC nod withdrawal for Rythu Bandhu

BRS leader and Minister T Harish Rao accused Harish Rao Congress of EC nod withdrawal for Rythu Bandhu.

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

Harish Rao responsible for stopping Rythu Bandhu: Revanth

TPCC chief A. Revanth Reddy claimed that Minister T. Harish Rao was responsible for stopping the Rythu Bandhu and the Election Commission too had said Mr. Harish Rao’s statements had led to the Election Commission withdrawing its permission to provide Rythu Bandhu money.

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

EC withdraws Rythu Bandhu disbursement with immediate effect

Election commission withdraws Rythu Bandhu disbursement with immediate effect. It has abruptly withdrawn the order citing violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023

Prayers held in Mizoram for change in counting date

Churches in Mizoram held prayers to seek a change in the date of counting of votes for State Assembly election

The Hindu · Nov 25, 2023

Disbursement of Rythu Bandhu to begin from Nov. 27: Harish

Minister T. Harish Rao accused Congress of making baseless allegations on Kaleshwaram Project and misleading people on dole. He said BRS will increase dole from ₹10,000 to ₹16,000/acre, while Congress promised ₹15,000. He also ridiculed Congress for changing stance on power supply to farm sector. He said people used to…

Dynamite News · Nov 25, 2023

Rajasthan Assembly polls: 68.24 pc voter turnout recorded till 5 pm

Rajasthan recorded 68.24 per cent voter turnout till 5 pm in the state Assembly polls which is underway on Saturday, the Election Commission informed. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India · Nov 24, 2023

Telangana: Big boost to BRS ahead of poll day, Election Commission clears Rythu Bandhu scheme

HYDERABAD: In a big boost to the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi in Telangana, the Election Commission of India on friday approved disbursement of Rythu Bandhu money for the farmers.

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