Two die amid SIR hearing stress in West Bengal
A man dies by suicide fearing a SIR hearing in Bongaon, while a retired teacher collapses during a hearing in Rampurhat. Details on the tragic incidents.
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EC's 5-Day Document Verification Poses Challenge in Kolkata
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.
Man dies after voter list hearing in Howrah, family alleges harassment
Madan Ghosh, 62, died of a cerebral attack after a voter list hearing in Liluah. His family alleges he was harassed for documents, leading to panic. Read the full story.
US House Hearing Erupts in Shouting Match Over Minnesota Fraud
A US House hearing on Minnesota fraud descended into chaos as Rep. Summer Lee and Rep. James Comer traded personal insults. Witness the dramatic confrontation that shattered decorum.
Goa MP, Kargil Veteran Gets EC Notice Over Voter ID Proof
South Goa MP Capt Viriato Fernandes, a Kargil War veteran, received an Election Commission notice to prove his identity. Goa's CEO blamed the Booth Level Officer for the lapse. Read details.
West Bengal Exempts Key Groups from SIR Hearing Appearance
West Bengal's CEO office exempts students, NRIs, seniors & others from in-person SIR hearings. New rules aim for a hassle-free electoral roll verification. Know the details.
Man Dies After SIR Hearing Queue in Kolkata, Family Cites Stress
Ramzan Ali, 38, died of a heart attack after standing in a long queue for an SIR hearing in Barasat. His family alleges the process caused severe anxiety. The state minister claims over 50 similar deaths.
Amartya Sen, Md Shami SIR Summons Explained by CEO
West Bengal CEO clarifies that Special Intensive Revision hearing notices to Amartya Sen & Mohammad Shami were routine verification steps due to blank linkage columns in forms. Details inside.
Senior Citizen Dies After Voter List Hearing in Barrackpore
A 63-year-old former railway employee died of a heart attack during an SIR hearing in Barrackpore. Her family alleges mental stress from the notice. Read the full story.
UP Draft Voter List: 2.89 Crore Voters Removed
Uttar Pradesh's draft voter list removes 2.89 crore names due to deaths, migration, or duplication. 12.55 crore voters retained. Key details on the Special Intensive Revision.
Former MP faces voter identity hearing in Bengal SIR process
Ex-Lok Sabha MP Tarun Mandal summoned for voter identity hearing in Bengal's SIR process. He criticises the ordeal, questioning Digital India's promise. Read more.
Darjeeling BDO Stands in Line as Unmapped Voter
A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Kalimpong district was seen queuing for a voter revision hearing after being flagged as 'unmapped'. The rare incident raises questions about the electoral roll process. Read the full details.
Darjeeling BDO Faces SIR Hearing as Unmapped Voter
A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Lava was seen queuing for a Special Intensive Revision hearing after being flagged as an 'unmapped voter'. The rare incident raises questions on voter registration processes. Read the full details.
UP Draft Voter List 2026: Steps for Missing Names
Uttar Pradesh's draft electoral roll for 2026 is out. If your name is missing, follow these steps by Jan 22 to claim inclusion or file objections. Essential guide for voters.
UP Draft Electoral Roll 2026 Released: Verify Your Name
The draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh's 2026 elections is now public. Learn how to check your name, file claims, and ensure your voting rights. Act before the deadline!
Mohammed Shami Called for SIR Hearing in Kolkata
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has been directed to appear before Kolkata Police for a Statement of Information Record (SIR) hearing on September 19, 2024, in connection with a 2021 case.
Doctors, Army Veteran Among 4 Brothers Served SIR Notice
Four brothers from Kolkata, including two state health doctors and an ex-Army doctor, face citizenship hearing. They allege harassment, forced to miss work. Read their story.
Mamata to Court Over Voter List Revision, Adhikari Dismisses
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee plans legal action against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging harassment of vulnerable voters. BJP's Suvendu Adhikari dismisses the claims as political propaganda.
Elderly Kolkata Voter's Struggle in SIR Hearing Over Husband's Name
A 75-year-old woman in Kolkata battles health issues & bureaucracy to attend a SIR hearing after a mismatch in her deceased husband's name on voter documents. Her fight to retain her voting rights.
Kolkata Family's Voter Roll Hearing Struggle
A Kolkata family, including a 70-year-old man and a toddler, attends an electoral hearing for Taniya Dey, highlighting voter data mismatch issues. Read their full story.
Man dies after SIR hearing on oxygen in Kolkata
A 68-year-old man from Jaynagar died after being taken from hospital to attend an SIR hearing while on oxygen. Family alleges inhuman treatment, sparking political row.
Kolkata Senior Citizen's Voting Roll Hearing Struggle
Arati Basak (70), battling arthritis, undertook a difficult journey to a Kolkata hearing for a missing name on the 2002 electoral roll. Her story highlights voter determination and systemic hurdles.
EC Mandates Live Photos for Voter Hearing Notices in Kolkata
Kolkata's BLOs must now upload live photos of voters receiving hearing notices, a new EC directive aims to ensure transparency. Read about the rollout and the challenges faced.
Patna Targets 500 Child Cochlear Implants by Mid-2026
Patna DM announces ambitious 'Shravan Shruti' mission to perform 500 cochlear implant surgeries for hearing-impaired children under six by mid-2026. Learn how the district plans to achieve this.
EC Resolves 3.3 Lakh Voter Cases in Kolkata Drive
The Election Commission has sorted out cases of 3.3 lakh voters after hearings in Kolkata. The drive addresses discrepancies in the electoral roll, including age and name mismatches. Read the full update.
Kolkata Voters, BLOs Skip New Year Plans for SIR Hearings
Hundreds in Kolkata spent New Year's Day at SIR hearings to secure voting rights for 2026. BLOs also cancelled celebrations to verify citizenship documents. Read their stories.
Goa: 1.8 Lakh Unmapped Voters Face ERO Hearings
Goa's electoral officers begin hearings for 1.82 lakh voters not mapped in 2002 rolls. Voters must present original documents by Feb 14 to retain their voting rights. Details inside.
EC to verify tea estate workers, PVTGs for voter list inclusion
West Bengal's Election Commission empowers DEOs to verify and include tea garden workers, ashram inmates, and PVTGs without documents in the final voter list via public hearings. Final list out Feb 14.
Earphones Risk Brain Focus & Hearing by 2026: Study
New research warns prolonged earphone use could harm brain's ability to focus and process sound by 2026. Learn the risks and how to protect your hearing health.
Kolkata Citizens Queue on New Year's Eve for SIR Hearing
An elderly woman in Kolkata attended a citizenship hearing days after knee replacement surgery, as the EC's SIR verification drive continued on Dec 31, causing hardship for many. Read more about the public ordeal.
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