Kolkata BLO helps 93-year-old widow keep voter address
Kolkata BLO Sohini Dey went beyond duty to help a 93-year-old widow retain her voter ID at her former home, safeguarding her pension and identity. A story of humanity over procedure.
Kolkata BLO Sohini Dey went beyond duty to help a 93-year-old widow retain her voter ID at her former home, safeguarding her pension and identity. A story of humanity over procedure.
Vadodara Central Jail inmates, including convicts, printed 50,000 voter forms for the SIR drive. The jail's press unit, with ₹1.85 crore turnover, is now a key part of the electoral process. Read the full story.
Kasaragod district achieves 100% digitization of voter enumeration forms, securing top rank in Kerala. 93.8% voters in draft list; claims accepted until Dec 18.
A new Aadhaar Seva Kendra opens in Chandigarh's Sector 17, offering enrollment & update services. Learn about its location, timings, and benefits for residents.
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.
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.
Madhya Pradesh's voter enumeration nears completion with 99.66% forms digitised. Bhopal and Ujjain districts lag slightly. Draft electoral rolls to be published on December 16.
Rajasthan becomes India's first state with 100% digitised voter lists. CEO Naveen Mahajan announces success of SIR-2026 programme, reducing document verification needs. Voters urged to check draft list on Dec 16.
UP Board registrations in Noida soar to an eight-year high of 42,764 students for 2025 exams. Officials credit improved government school facilities and focused outreach. Read more about the education surge.
Madhya Pradesh nears completion of digital voter mapping, with 99.66% forms digitised. Draft rolls to be published on December 16. Read the full update.
Prayagraj district digitizes 83.85% of 46.92 lakh voter forms. Rural constituencies outperform urban seats. Draft electoral roll publication set for December 16. Read the latest update.
Gujarat's Special Intensive Revision uncovers more than 17 lakh deceased individuals on electoral rolls. Booth-level officers began the statewide exercise in November.
Madhya Pradesh minister Govind Singh Rajput's viral video sparks controversy by linking voter list inclusion to state benefits. BJP distances itself as Congress cries foul. Details inside.
The Supreme Court has intervened to address the extreme work pressure on Booth Level Officers during voter list revision, directing states to reduce hours and consider exemptions. This follows reports of BLO suicides.
A 27-year-old woman, who fled her home in Kanker 13 years ago to escape an abusive father, returned after a voter list update required her old documents. Read her emotional story of survival and reunion.
Election Commission digitises 93.27% of SIR forms from 9 states & 3 UTs, covering 47.54 crore voters. Draft electoral roll publication on December 16 remains on schedule. Read the latest update.
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.
Alarming vacancies in Gujarat's paramedical courses, with over 22,000 nursing seats unfilled. Explore the causes and implications of this major enrollment crisis. Read the full analysis.
A Mumbai voter list review uncovers significant anomalies, with over 3 lakh names appearing twice. Officials clarify many are different people with same names. Explore the full data analysis.
Rajasthan achieves a national milestone with 99.5% digitisation of enumeration forms, setting a benchmark in electoral management through teamwork and tech. Discover how they did it.
Supreme Court directs ADR's counsel to stick to legal arguments while challenging voter list SIR, after 'despot' remark against Election Commission. Key details inside.
Supreme Court directs Election Commission to sympathetically consider Kerala's request for a one-week extension to complete the voter list revision. The state seeks a new deadline of December 21.
Karnataka's education department is upgrading 474 government schools to KPS magnet schools, offering LKG to UG on one campus to reverse a 19% enrollment decline. Learn about the new single-campus model.
Delhi's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists is anticipated. Booth Level Officers are preparing. Here's what residents need to know to ensure their names are on the list.
Matua Mahasangha's TMC-backed faction protests at Kolkata EC office, demanding unconditional citizenship, simplified SIR process, and no voter list removal. Congress leader Adhir Chowdhury joins rally.
Gujarat's intensive voter list revision finds 15.58 lakh deceased voters and 21.86 lakh permanently relocated. Key districts lead in digitization. Read the full update.
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.
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.
New international student enrollment at US colleges fell 17% in Fall 2025, potentially costing $1 billion. Indian students among hardest hit by visa restrictions.
DMK secures deadline extension for Special Intensive Revision voter enrollment to December 11. Learn how political pressure and technical issues led to ECI's decision and what it means for Tamil Nadu voters.