Tag: Election Commission
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BJP Maintains Unprecedented Lead in Political Donations, Collecting 85% Last Year
Introduction: A Concise Snapshot of Donations New disclosures from the Election Commission of India reveal a striking shift in the political funding landscape. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reportedly received more than Rs 6,000 crore in political donations in the 2024-25 financial year, a substantial increase from roughly Rs 4,000 crore in 2023-24. Notably, the…
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BLO Suicide in West Bengal: Election Stress Sparks Action
Tragic incident in Nadia district raises alarms A Booth Level Officer (BLO) in West Bengal’s Nadia district was found dead by suicide, with family members attributing the death to extreme work-related stress. The case, reported amid a tense election season, has jolted officials and drawn attention to the mental toll on frontline electoral staff who…
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Mamata Banerjee to CEC over SIR chaos after BLO deaths
West Bengal Chief Minister’s Intervention in SIR Controversy West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has publicly criticized the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) as “unplanned, chaotic, and dangerous,” citing the alarming loss of life among booth-level officers (BLOs). In a forceful letter to Chief Elections Commissioner Gyaneshwar (Gyanesh Kumar), Banerjee expressed grave concerns about the…
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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…