Bengal Electoral Roll Revision: Key Facts and Deadlines
West Bengal's intensive electoral roll revision nears a key phase. Over 30 lakh voters may need hearings, while 54.6 lakh names face deletion. Know the important dates and documents required.
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Bengal SIR: 30 Lakh Voters Need Hearings to Stay on Rolls
West Bengal's electoral roll revision nears completion. Nearly 30 lakh 'unmapped' voters must attend hearings, while 54.6 lakh names face deletion. Final rolls to be published on Feb 14.
7 Unnatural Deaths in Goa, 2 British Nationals Among Deceased
Goa police report seven unnatural deaths this week. Details on the fatalities in Anjuna, Candolim, Panaji, and Margao, including two British nationals. Read the full report.
Mamata: SIR is Amit Shah's Trick for President's Rule in Bengal
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claims the Election Commission's SIR is a ploy by Amit Shah to impose President's Rule. She urges calm, vows to block NRC and addresses Waqf data controversy.
BJP Schedules 13,000 Meetings in West Bengal for 2026
BJP announces a massive outreach with 13,000 meetings across West Bengal ahead of the 2026 state elections, focusing on development and booth-level clusters. Read more.
Mamata Banerjee pledges to block NRC, detention camps in Bengal
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee launches a fierce attack on BJP over SIR, vows to never allow NRC or detention camps in the state. Read the full story.
Modi to Bengal BJP: Keep Voter Roll Revision Transparent
PM Modi met Bengal BJP leaders, stressing a neutral, transparent voter list revision. He urged MPs to avoid divisive narratives and focus on organizational outreach. Read more.
Mamata's Malda Rally, AIMIM Protest on Waqf Law in Bengal
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee holds anti-SIR rallies in Malda as AIMIM protests her govt's U-turn on Waqf law in Kolkata. Key political developments unfold on December 3.
Mamata gives Rs 2 lakh aid for SIR-panic deaths, hits out at BJP
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces Rs 2 lakh aid for families of 39 who died in SIR-panic, likens BJP-led Centre to British rulers. Get the latest political updates from Kolkata.
Mamata Announces Rs 2 Lakh for 39 SIR-Linked Deaths
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces Rs 2 lakh compensation for families of 39 individuals, including BLOs, whose deaths are linked to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Read the full story.
Mamata: No detention camps in Bengal, slams Centre
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee rejects detention camps, criticises Centre's 'forceful' orders to state officers. Announces compensation for SIR-related deaths and launches 15-year governance 'Panchali'.
Urdu Press on EC's SIR, BLO Deaths & a Jammu Land Gift
Urdu dailies highlight the Election Commission's SIR controversy, BLO fatalities, a Hindu neighbour's land gift in Jammu, and Karnataka's CM transition. Read the full analysis.
EC Scrutinizes 2,208 Bengal Booths Over SIR Forms
The Election Commission flags 2,208 polling stations in West Bengal for having zero 'uncollectable' voter forms. District officers must submit reports by Tuesday 10 AM.
BLOS Protests in Kolkata: Attempt to Enter EC Office
Intense protests by BLOS workers in Kolkata and across Bengal lead to unrest and an attempt to enter the Election Commission office. Watch the video for details.
UP BLO Deaths: Families Blame SIR Stress, Officials Deny
Two more BLO deaths in Uttar Pradesh, blamed on SIR workload pressure, ignite a crisis. Families demand answers as officials deny any link. Read the full story.
UP CEO: No Pressure on BLOs, 70% SIR Forms Digitised
UP CEO Navdeep Rinwa instructs DEOs to prevent mental pressure on BLOs amid deaths linked to SIR work stress. Over 10.75 crore forms, 70% of voters, digitised. Read the full story.
7 BLO Deaths in UP Amid SIR Work Pressure
Tragic deaths of 7 Booth Level Officers in Uttar Pradesh linked to SIR workload pressure. Families demand justice as officials deny direct connection. Read the full investigation.
Mamata Banerjee escalates anti-SIR campaign with new rallies
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee scales up her protest against the SIR with rallies in Malda, Murshidabad, and Cooch Behar, following her Bongaon event. She alleges the revision drive targets border families.
SIR Deadline Extended: BLOs Relieved, TMC Calls It Inadequate
Election Commission extends SIR deadline by one week. BLOs welcome relief but cite infrastructure issues, while TMC, BJP react. Get the full details on the electoral roll revision.
Woman's Suicide in Bengal; Family Blames Authorities
A 50-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide in Bengal. Police sent body for post-mortem as family links death to SIR. Investigation underway.
Transgender Voting Rights at Risk in Bengal SIR Process
West Bengal's transgender community faces exclusion from voting rights due to documentation gaps and social stigma during Special Intensive Revision drive. Activists demand inclusive solutions.
West Bengal Raj Bhavan renamed Lok Bhavan
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose oversees historic renaming of Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan in Kolkata, marking a symbolic shift in governance approach. Read more about this significant development.
Bengal's SIR: 15.5 Lakh Deceased Voters Identified
West Bengal's electoral roll cleanup reveals 15.5 lakh deceased voters & 8.9 lakh permanently shifted. Discover how this impacts the draft voter list and Kolkata's digitization lag.
Elderly Queue for WBBSE Certificates Amid SIR Process
West Bengal Board faces surge in duplicate certificate applications from elderly citizens for SIR verification. Learn how the board is handling this unprecedented demand.
EC rebuts TMC claims on Bengal SIR deployment
Election Commission issues point-by-point rebuttal to TMC allegations regarding SIR deployment in West Bengal. Read the full response and implications for election security.
TMC alleges 40 SIR-related deaths in West Bengal
Trinamool Congress delegation meets Election Commission, alleges 40 deaths linked to voter roll revision. Party demands answers on SIR process. Read full details.
West Bengal Student Credit Card Crosses 1 Lakh Loans
West Bengal's Student Credit Card scheme achieves a major milestone with over 1 lakh sanctioned loans, helping students pursue higher education with government-backed financial support.
Bengal Voter Roll Mapping Hits 95.7% in SIR
West Bengal's electoral roll mapping shows dramatic improvement, reaching 95.7% success rate in ongoing SIR exercise. Learn how delimitation and booth expansion affected initial figures.
TMC accuses EC over BLO deaths during voter list revision
TMC delegation meets CEC Gyanesh Kumar, submits list of 40 deaths including 17 BLOs linked to special intensive revision exercise in West Bengal. Details inside.
Fourth BLO Death in Bengal Triggers Political Row
West Bengal reports fourth BLO death during SIR, sparking political blame game. Election Commission under scrutiny as safety concerns mount.
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