Tag: India Elections
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EC Seeks Supreme Court Intervention Over West Bengal Electoral Roll ‘Logical Discrepancies’
EC flags “logical discrepancies” in West Bengal electoral rolls The Election Commission of India (EC) has raised serious concerns about inconsistencies in West Bengal’s electoral rolls, describing several entries as “logical discrepancies” that, in their view, defy scientific probability. The commission has indicated that some data points appear beyond feasible normalcy, prompting a move to…
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BJP Dominates Political Donations: 85% Share in 2024-25 Signals Major Shift
Overview: A Sharp Jump in Political Contributions The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) topped political fundraising in the 2024-25 period, grabbing a commanding 85% of all declared contributions. The Election Commission of India’s latest disclosures show the party received more than Rs 6,000 crore in political donations, up from about Rs 4,000 crore in 2023-24. This…
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Congress Stamps Solo Run for Mumbai BMC Elections as Sena UBT Vows to Fight Back
Congress Announces Solo Campaign for Mumbai BMC Elections The Congress on Saturday confirmed its decision to contest the forthcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls without allying with its traditional partners, effectively signaling the end of any immediate prospects for a united opposition in Mumbai. Maharashtra in-charge Ramesh Chennithala, speaking on behalf of the party, stated…
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Rahul Gandhi Accuses BJP of 25 Lakh Vote Chori in Haryana, Alleges National-Scale Thefts
Rahul Gandhi Accuses BJP of 25 Lakh Vote Chori in Haryana In a high-profile press conference, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that 25 lakh votes were stolen in the Haryana assembly elections, accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of tampering with the mandate. Gandhi framed the remarks as part of a broader pattern of electoral…
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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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Telangana Local Body Elections 2025: Five-Phase Schedule Unveiled
Telangana Local Body Elections 2025: Overview The Telangana State Election Commission has released the schedule for Local Body Elections 2025, confirming that polling for Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTCs), Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs), and Gram Panchayats will be conducted in five phases starting on October 9. This marks a major test of local governance…
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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…
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EVM Controversy in Vice Presidential Elections: A Tale of Suspicion
The EVM Controversy in Recent Elections The recent Vice Presidential elections have sparked intense discussions around the integrity of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Concerns over potential ‘manipulations’ have led to widespread debate over the reliability of these machines. This scenario is reminiscent of a captivating electoral anecdote from Ballia, where the stakes were high in…
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Nationwide Voter List Revamp Based on Bihar Model
Introduction to the Voter List Revamp The Election Commission of India has initiated a significant step towards electoral reform by planning a nationwide revamp of voter lists, inspired by the successful model implemented in Bihar. This change is set against the backdrop of a critical eligibility date of January 1, 2026, wherein all citizens who…
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Bihar Model for Nationwide Voter List Revamp
Introduction to Nationwide Voter List Revamp In a significant move towards electoral reform, the Election Commission of India has announced plans for a nationwide revamp of voter lists, inspired by the successful Bihar model. Scheduled to be anchored on January 1, 2026, this initiative aims to enhance the accuracy and accessibility of voter rolls across…