Kolkata Elderly Voters Suffer at SIR Hearings
Elderly citizens in Kolkata face neglect and confusion during Special Intensive Revision hearings for electoral rolls. Read about their ordeal and the systemic issues.
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EC Relief for 1.3 Lakh Voters After BLO App Error
The Election Commission cancels hearing notices for over 1.3 lakh Kolkata voters wrongly flagged due to a technical glitch in the BLO app. Read the full story on the EC's corrective measures.
Ranaghat Woman Breaks Down in SIR Hearing Over Father's Docs
A 28-year-old woman in Ranaghat faced severe distress during a Special Intensive Revision hearing when officials demanded documents of her deceased biological father. Read the full story of bureaucratic hurdles.
Bengal CEO: Fake voter docs mean 1-year jail, SIR-2 hearings start
West Bengal's CEO warns of jail for fake voter documents as SIR-2 hearings begin. Foreigners with illegal IDs face criminal action. Read the full details.
Fake Voter Docs? Face 1-Year Jail, Warns Bengal CEO
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer warns of imprisonment for submitting fake voter documents. SIR-2 hearings start, targeting illegal enrollments. Read the full details.
Life Term for 3 in Hanskhali Gang Rape Case
Ranaghat court sentences three to life imprisonment for the gang rape and death of a 14-year-old girl in Nadia's Hanskhali. Others convicted for evidence destruction and intimidation. Read the full verdict details.
TMC to EC: Ease Voter Burden with Online Hearings
TMC demands online electoral roll hearings for vulnerable groups, reveals 9 voters wrongly listed as dead. CEO promises enquiry. Read the full story.
EC Aims to Hear 31.68 Lakh Unmapped Bengal Voters by Jan 5-6
West Bengal's Election Commission launches a massive hearing drive for 31.68 lakh unmapped voters from Dec 27, targeting 3 lakh hearings daily to meet the Jan 5-6, 2026 deadline. Details inside.
9 Convicted in Hanskhali Teen Gang Rape Case
A Ranaghat court has convicted nine individuals for the gang rape and subsequent death of a teenager in Hanskhali. The CBI-led case saw the verdict delivered on Monday. Read the full details.
EC Sends Hearing Notices to Unmapped Voters in Kolkata
Kolkata's Election Commission issues hearing notices to unmapped voters via a new BLO app feature. Process starts Dec 27, with nearly 10 lakh notices already generated. Details inside.
Kolkata Opens Borough Counters for Birth, Death, Domicile Certificates
Kolkata Municipal Corporation launches special counters at borough offices to help senior citizens & physically challenged individuals get birth, death & domicile certificates, easing SIR hearing process. Read more.
EC Issues Hearing Notices to 32 Lakh Unmapped Bengal Voters
The Election Commission has started issuing hearing notices to over 32 lakh unmapped voters in West Bengal after a four-day delay. Hearings begin on December 27. Read the full story.
Modi's Ranaghat rally delayed due to heavy fog
PM Modi's visit to West Bengal's Nadia district was delayed after his helicopter failed to land in Taherpur due to dense fog. He is set to inaugurate highway projects worth ₹3,200 crore. Read for details.
Fog delays PM Modi's West Bengal visit, highway projects await
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Ranaghat, West Bengal, was delayed due to dense fog preventing his helicopter from landing. The PM was set to inaugurate highway projects worth ₹3,200 crore and address a key rally. Read for details.
Modi's Bengal Rally Focuses on Matua Voters, 'Unmapped' Population
PM Modi addresses a rally in Nadia's Taherpur, focusing on Matua community concerns over 'unmapped' voters and inaugurating key highway projects worth Rs 3,200 crore. Read more.
Modi to launch Rs 3,200 cr works in Nadia, targets TMC
PM Narendra Modi will address a BJP rally in Ranaghat, Nadia, on Dec 20, inaugurating projects worth Rs 3,200 crore. He criticizes TMC's misgovernance, positioning BJP as Bengal's hope. Read more.
Kolkata BLOs Gather Voter Docs to Avoid Last-Minute Rush
Booth-level officers in Kolkata are visiting unmapped voters to collect necessary documents for upcoming Election Commission hearings, aiming to prevent delays seen in earlier enumeration work.
Supreme Court to Hear Bikram Majithia's Bail Plea on July 15
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia's plea for bail in a drugs case. The hearing is scheduled for July 15. Read the latest legal developments.
Supreme Court to Hear Urgent Matters on December 22
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced that one or two Supreme Court benches may sit on December 22 to hear urgent cases. The registry will verify the urgency before listing. Read for details.
EC's New Voter Enrolment Rules: More Paperwork, Hearings
Election Commission mandates Annexure IV for new voters, increasing scrutiny. Aadhaar alone no longer sufficient. Learn the new process and deadlines for the 2026 list.
EC to hold hearings for 32 lakh unmapped voters in Bengal
The Election Commission will hold hearings for 32 lakh unmapped voters in West Bengal. Notices are being sent, with the final SIR list to be published on Feb 14, 2026. Read for details.
Bengal SIR Draft Voters' List Published Today
West Bengal's draft electoral roll under Special Intensive Revision is out. Hearings for 'unmapped' voters start tomorrow, continuing until February. Here's what voters need to know.
Andrea Botez Reveals Sudden Hearing Loss, Issues Warning
Chess streamer Andrea Botez shares a shocking health update about losing hearing in her left ear. Doctors give a 1/3 chance of full recovery. Read her urgent warning to fans.
Massive Queues at KMC for Birth, Death Certificates
Hundreds queued at KMC for certificates ahead of SIR hearing. Officials increase daily quota, add counters to manage the rush. Read the full story.
Kolkata: Long Queues at KMC for Certificates Before SIR Hearing
Hundreds queued at KMC for birth & death certificates ahead of SIR hearing. Civic body adds 8 manual counters to manage the surge. Mayor Hakim sets a 500 daily application target.
Kolkata Increases Birth/Death Certificate Quota to 500
Kolkata Municipal Corporation raises daily birth and death certificate applications to 500 via chatbot 8335999111 ahead of SIR hearings. Mayor Hakim orders faster processing to help citizens prove citizenship.
Smart Cap Helps Hearing Impaired Detect Danger Through Vibration
Hyderabad teacher SK Rajali Pasha develops innovative smart cap that vibrates at loud sounds, helping hearing impaired individuals stay safe on roads and workplaces. Read his inspiring story.
Protesters Planned Pepper Spray Attack on Delhi Cops
Delhi court hears protesters planned coordinated pepper spray attacks on police during Hidma Madvi demonstrations. DCP reveals security threat details.
Kerala SIR 2.0: 99% Forms Distributed, EC Tells SC
Election Commission reveals 99% enumeration forms distributed in Kerala for SIR 2.0, assures Supreme Court of smooth coordination with state election body. Read the latest updates.
IndiGo's deaf staff viral video promotes workplace inclusion
IndiGo Airlines earns praise as viral video shows hearing and speech impaired staff assisting passenger with sign language. Watch the heartwarming moment of inclusion.
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