Maharashtra's State Election Commission announces elections for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis on February 5. Over 2.09 crore voters will participate, with counting scheduled for February 7.
Former Indian Navy chief Admiral Arun Prakash submits documents linking him to electoral roll, paving way for resolution. Similar hearing expected for Nobel laureate Amartya Sen's case.
UP Chief Electoral Officer urges voters to link mobile numbers with Voter ID online for convenience. Process enables quick e-EPIC download, polling station info via app.
Congress and Shiv Sena (Shinde) face controversy in Nagpur after AIMIM complaint alleges they used schoolchildren for political campaigning, violating election code.
Residents of Ganguly Danga village in East Burdwan blocked a state road for hours, demanding voter list revision hearings be held locally instead of 4km away at block office.
District administration notifies 21 locations for hearings of unmapped voters in Ghaziabad. Special revision exercise continues till February 27 with strict leave restrictions for officials.
A heap of 24 original Aadhaar, PAN and voter ID cards discovered in garbage at Savarkar Chowk, Jalna, just days before municipal elections. Police register FIR, officials call it serious criminal offence.
A shocking discovery of Aadhaar, PAN, and voter ID cards in a garbage heap in Jalna city raises concerns just days before municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra.
Agra district conducted training for election officials on handling claims and objections for draft electoral rolls. Officials learned procedures for notices and verification to ensure accurate voter lists.
The Election Commission explains the system-driven notice to Admiral Arun Prakash during Goa's voter roll revision. The retired naval chief's documents have been submitted, with resolution expected soon.
Election Commission appoints over 2,000 micro-observers in Kolkata to verify enumeration forms and conduct fast hearings before final voter roll publication on February 14.
Former cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin campaigns for Congress in Mumbai, expressing confidence in victory. He criticizes divisive politics ahead of the Jan 15 BMC elections. Read more.
Six candidates who lost 2014 or 2019 assembly polls, plus two relatives of defeated MLAs, are contesting the crucial BMC elections. Political observers cite high stakes and scramble for tickets.
Congress candidate Waqar Khan addresses Nagpada's core issues: encroachment, parking, and education. The ex-SP aide banks on local legacy ahead of Mumbai civic polls. Read his full plan.
The Election Commission clarified that a system-driven procedure and incomplete form led to a notice being sent to former Navy chief Admiral Arun Prakash. The issue has now been resolved.
Supreme Court seeks EC's reply on TMC MPs' petition alleging irregularities in Special Intensive Revision process. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal raises concerns over WhatsApp orders to BLOs. Read the full story.
Mumbai sets up 705 polling stations in housing societies for BMC elections to boost voter turnout. SEC caps voters at 800 per booth to ensure convenience and integrity. Read more.
BJP's detailed manifesto for Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation elections promises underground parking, ring road, metro connectivity, and slum redevelopment to transform the trading hub. Read the key pledges.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accuses Election Commission of using AI in a 'mechanical' voter roll revision, leading to exclusion of genuine voters. She writes to CEC citing harassment of citizens, including Amartya Sen. Read the full story.
WB CM Mamata Banerjee writes 4th letter to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, alleging AI-induced errors in voter data & lack of receipts during SIR, risking genuine voters' exclusion. Read details.
Goa's poll officer explains why ex-Navy chief Admiral Arun Prakash received an SIR notice. The system flagged his form as 'unmapped' due to missing past electoral details. Read the full story.
Supreme Court gives ECI a week to respond to TMC MPs' allegations of procedural irregularities in West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The plea cites WhatsApp instructions and 'logical discrepancy' hearings.
A detailed recap of the 2021 Puducherry assembly elections: results, alliances, voter turnout, and key reactions. Essential reading ahead of the 2026 polls.
Ahead of crucial elections, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu governments announce cash transfers for women beneficiaries, sparking opposition allegations of MCC violation. Explore the rising power of the women's vote.
SC directs ECI to respond in a week to TMC MPs' allegations of arbitrariness in Bengal's electoral roll revision. Hearing set for Jan 19. Key facts inside.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee writes her 5th letter to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, alleging AI-driven errors in 2002 electoral roll digitisation during SIR, impacting 25 lakh voters. She calls the process flawed and undemocratic.
Election Commission clarifies notice to former Navy chief in Goa, citing 'unmapped' status due to blank SIR fields in enumeration form. Details on the Special Intensive Revision process.
West Bengal CEO office signals disciplinary action against AERO for publicly raising concerns about SIR process. Details on the controversy and potential consequences.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee warns Election Commission about AI-driven digitisation errors causing public hardship. She demands immediate review and manual verification. Read more.
The Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) is the key issue in Mumbai's BMC elections, with residents fearing displacement. Political parties are divided, offering promises of 500 sq ft homes within Dharavi. Read the full story.