Election Commission boosts oversight in West Bengal with 4 new special roll observers, bringing state total to 22. Move aims for error-free electoral rolls after hearing notices for 94.5 lakh people. Read the full story.
Election Commission officials in Kolkata struggle with a 5-day deadline for document verification, especially for voters who returned from other states. Errors in 2002 SIR list digitization add to the complexity. Read more.
The AICC appoints Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar as a senior observer for Assam polls, signaling a status quo on the state's leadership. Siddaramaiah continues as CM, at least until key state elections conclude. Read the full analysis.
The Election Commission of India has announced the full schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, spanning seven phases from April 19 to June 1. Over 96.8 crore registered voters will decide the fate of 543 seats. Results will be declared on June 4.
Congress appoints Bhupesh Baghel, DK Shivakumar as observers for Assam polls, Sachin Pilot for Kerala. Senior leaders assigned to oversee strategy in key states ahead of elections. Get the full list of appointments.
Congress appoints Bhupesh Baghel, DK Shivakumar, Sachin Pilot & others as senior observers for upcoming Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal & Puducherry. Priyanka Gandhi to head Assam screening panel.
Mumbai BMC election candidates must now keep daily expense accounts from nomination day. A Rs 15 lakh spending cap and new rate card aim for transparency. Full details inside.
Election Commission considers Central force security for special observers in West Bengal after gherao and attacks during SIR hearings. TMC workers disrupt proceedings.
Indian Army personnel can now sign up on Instagram but only to view content, not post. This new policy aims to enhance awareness while ensuring security protocols. Learn more about the guidelines.
The Indian Army has revised its social media guidelines, permitting all ranks to sign up on Instagram as passive observers. The new policy, effective from December 2025, aims to enhance digital awareness while maintaining security protocols.
Hours after appointment by Election Commission, over 100 micro-observers in West Bengal seek relief citing personal reasons. SIR duties set to begin Dec 27. Read details.
Kerala's Chief Electoral Officer appoints four civil servants as observers for the Special Intensive Revision of voters' lists. They will oversee the process across all districts to ensure inclusivity and accuracy. Read more.
West Bengal initiates training for 4,600 government-appointed micro-observers to ensure a transparent and accurate special intensive revision of electoral rolls. Stay informed on election integrity.
Rajasthan's State Election Commission has significantly increased expenditure limits for candidates in panchayat and urban local body elections. New campaign vehicle restrictions also announced.
The Election Commission begins hearings for 10 lakh voters in Bengal's SIR 2.0 on December 27. Micro observers deployed to ensure error-free electoral roll revision. Key details inside.
The State Election Commission's announcement of Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls has reignited political activity. Former corporators are hitting the streets to reconnect with voters after two years of administrator's rule. Read more.
West Bengal CEO holds meeting to deploy micro-observers for error-free electoral rolls. A pioneering move in India's electoral process. Read the full details.
Election Commission to begin Summary Revision of Electoral Rolls hearings in West Bengal post-Christmas. A first-of-its-kind deployment of 3,300 micro-observers aims for error-free voters' list. Details inside.
Election Commission sends central government officers as micro observers for Special Intensive Revision in West Bengal. CEO Manoj Kumar Agarwal confirms deployment. Read details.
The Election Commission has firmly denied all allegations of irregularities in the Bihar assembly elections, calling them misleading. It provided detailed clarifications on EVMs, postal ballots, and voter rolls.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's election budget for 2026 hits Rs 20 crore, a 165% jump from 2017. Rising fuel, manpower, and material costs drive the steep increase. Read the full breakdown.
Madurai collector inspects colleges for alternate 2026 assembly vote counting centres after HC barred use of medical college. Details on facilities checked and officials involved.
BJP sweeps Delhi MCD elections 2025 with 126 seats, AAP gets 55, Congress 9. Full ward-wise winners list and analysis of the capital's political shift.
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
NCP's Supriya Sule demands cancellation of Maharashtra civic polls, alleging misuse of money power and bias by election bodies. Bombay High Court delays result declaration.
Special election observers review voter lists in Falta amid BJP allegations of dead voters. Officials verify SIR progress and address system complexities affecting BLO work.
West Bengal's Booth Level Officers demand compensation, accusing Election Commission of ignoring their work pressure. Read about their grievances and EC's security measures.
Election Commission appoints retired bureaucrat Subrata Gupta as Special Roll Observer for West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision. 12 IAS officers also named as Electoral Roll Observers. Read full details.
Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari faces EC probe over controversial 'lock up booth-level officers' statement. DC Ravi Anand must submit report by Thursday. Minister claims remarks misinterpreted.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee cautions Matua community about potential voter delisting under CAA, calls Election Commission 'BJP Commission'. Learn the political implications.