Tag: Election Commission
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DMK Petitions Supreme Court Challenging SIR in Tamil Nadu: What It Means
Overview: DMK Challenges EC’s Special Intensive Revision in Tamil Nadu The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to hear the petition filed by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) challenging the Election Commission of India’s decision to undertake a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Tamil Nadu. The case, which raises questions about electoral logistics and the integrity…
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Supreme Court Sets Hearing Date for DMK Challenge to Tamil Nadu’s SIR
Overview: A High-Stakes challenge to Tamil Nadu’s SIR The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the petition filed by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) challenging the Election Commission of India’s decision to conduct a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu. The case, which centers on the scope and conduct of the…
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Supreme Court Sets Hearing for DMK’s Challenge to Tamil Nadu SIR on November 11
Overview The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the DMK’s petition challenging the Election Commission of India’s decision to conduct a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Tamil Nadu. The case, filed by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), questions the legal and procedural basis of the EC’s move, which aims to update and cross-check voter rolls…
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Bihar Assembly Election 2025 date announced: two-phase voting, results on Nov 14
Two-Phase Bihar Assembly Elections 2025: Dates and Expectations The Election Commission has announced the Bihar Assembly elections for 2025 will be held in two phases, with results likely to be declared on November 14. The term of the 243-member state legislative assembly ends on November 22, making early voting a priority for officials and political…
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Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Two-Phase Voting, Dates Announced and What It Means
Two-Phase Bihar Assembly Elections 2025: Dates, Phase Details and Public Impact The Election Commission of India has announced the dates for the Bihar Assembly elections 2025, confirming that the 243-member state assembly will vote in two phases. Polling will occur across different districts, with results slated for November 14. The term of the current assembly…
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Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Two-Phase Voting, Cheat-Sheet for Voters and Parties
Overview: When and How Bihar voting will unfold in 2025 The Bihar Assembly election of 2025 is set to unfold in two phases, with results expected on November 14. The term of the 243-member state Assembly ends on November 22, prompting parties to push for a timely and credible electoral process. In line with calls…
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Bihar Polls: EC Rolls Out 17 Initiatives for Assembly Elections
New Initiatives Set to Smoother Bihar Assembly Elections The Election Commission (EC) has rolled out 17 new initiatives aimed at conducting the upcoming Bihar assembly election more smoothly. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar announced that several of these measures will be adopted nationwide in future elections, signaling a broader push to modernize voting, counting, and…
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Election Commission rolls out 17 new measures for Bihar elections, aims for nationwide adoption
EC unveils 17 new initiatives to streamline Bihar assembly elections The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced a set of 17 new initiatives designed to conduct the Bihar assembly elections more smoothly, with a clear intent to scale successful measures to elections nationwide. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar outlined the program at a press conference…
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BC Reservation GO: Telangana HC Hints at Election Delay
Overview The Telangana High Court on Saturday examined petitions challenging the BC Reservation GO, which relates to the implementation of reservations for Other Backward Classes (BCs) in local body elections. The hearing featured arguments from advocate Mayur Reddy for the petitioners and an impleaded petition by MLC Teenmar Mallanna. The state, represented virtually by Advocate…
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Election Commission Clarifies on Special Intensive Revision Timeline
Election Commission’s Stance on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has recently clarified its position regarding the timeline for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists, stating that the Supreme Court cannot dictate this schedule. The ECI emphasized that its responsibilities are defined by the Constitution and relevant laws, which govern…