Shiv Sena candidate swallows nomination form in Pune
A Shiv Sena candidate in Pune was booked after allegedly swallowing a rival's nomination form at the ward office. Police have registered a case under BNS sections. Read the full story.
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Akhilesh Yadav predicts BJP defeat in Bengal, UP elections
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav predicts Mamata Banerjee's big win in 2026 Bengal polls and BJP's loss in UP 2027. He also targets Yogi Adityanath over voter list revision. Read the full story.
BJP's 2026 Electoral Map: Key Challenges Ahead
After a stellar 2025, BJP faces a crucial 2026 with major state polls, Rajya Sabha vacancies, and the ultimate test of its pan-India reach. Can it crack the South and ensure durability?
NCP, Shiv Sena Discuss Pune Seat Sharing Ahead of Jan 15 Polls
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar reveals NCP's ongoing negotiations with Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena for Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic body elections. Key details on alliances and candidate lists inside.
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PM Modi Lauds BJP for Historic Thiruvananthapuram Victory
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised BJP workers for the party's unprecedented win in Thiruvananthapuram civic polls. He wrote a letter to Mayor Rajesh, marking a significant political shift in Kerala. Read the full story.
BMC Polls: Major Party Nominations Rejected in Scrutiny
Scrutiny for BMC elections leads to rejection of Congress, BJP, AAP, NCP candidates due to document errors. Key details on affected wards and the final electoral picture. Stay updated.
Record 2,516 Candidates File for 227 BMC Seats in Mumbai
A staggering 2,516 candidates filed nominations for Mumbai's BMC polls, with 84% on the final day. Explore the political ambition, family legacies, and economic drivers behind the scramble.
Man 'dead' 27 years returns to UP for Bengal voter docs
Sharif Ahmad, missing since 1997, shocked his Muzaffarnagar family by returning alive to collect documents for West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Read the emotional reunion story.
Kargil Veteran Queues to Reclaim Voting Rights in Bengal
A Kargil war hero and his brothers, who missed the 2002 electoral roll revision while serving the nation, now face hearings to get back their voting rights. Read about the plight of Bengal's 'unmapped voters'.
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Chandigarh Mayoral Polls: Open-Hand Vote in Jan Final Week
Chandigarh's municipal elections for Mayor, Senior Deputy Mayor, and Deputy Mayor will be held in late January using a transparent 'show of hands' system. Read about the new SOP and security measures.
33,606 Nominations for 2,869 Civic Seats in Maharashtra
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
5 Bengal Districts Submit High-Rise Polling Station Lists
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer has received lists of high-rises for polling stations from five districts. The Election Commission's deadline for submissions was December 31. Read the latest updates on the state's electoral preparations.
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.
EC Bars Use of Cancelled OBC Certificates in SIR Exercise
The Election Commission directs officials not to accept OBC certificates cancelled by Calcutta High Court for SIR identification. HC invalidated all certificates issued from 2010 to May 2024.
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TMC's Banerjee Accuses EC of Voter List Manipulation
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee claims 'vote chori' stems from electoral roll tampering, not EVMs. He criticizes EC's SIR process and questions CEC's impartiality. Read the full details.
Wives replace husbands in Mumbai's reserved BMC wards
As Mumbai's BMC wards are reserved for women, political families field wives, raising questions about true empowerment. Read the full analysis of dynastic politics in local elections.
Family First: 43 Politicians Get BMC Tickets for Kin
Analysis of BMC poll nominations reveals nepotism surge, with 43 politicians fielding relatives. BJP, Congress, NCP MLAs among those prioritizing family over party workers. Read the full story.
BMJP files 28 nominations for Bangladesh polls, down from 91
Bangladesh Minority Janta Party (BMJP) managed to file nominations for only 28 candidates, far below its target, citing fear, funding issues, and lack of support. Key details inside.
TMC Accuses EC, BJP of Voter List Manipulation
After meeting the Election Commission, TMC's Abhishek Banerjee alleges 'vote theft' via electoral roll manipulation in key states, vowing to prevent it in Bengal. Read the full details.
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EC Issues Strict Warning on Intimidation of Electoral Staff
Election Commission warns political workers against intimidating poll officials, demands West Bengal release BLO honorarium. TMC sets a condition for payment. Read the full story.
Akola candidate pays nomination fee in coins, delays process
Laxmikant Agrawal filed his nomination for Akola civic polls with a deposit of Rs 5,000 in small coins and notes. Election officials accepted the money, causing a brief delay. Read more.
Nagpur Civic Polls Face Voter Turnout Test on Long Weekend
Nagpur's NMC elections on Jan 15 face a voter participation challenge, falling after Makar Sankranti. Officials deploy SVEEP campaign to boost turnout. Details on past trends and strategies inside.
Rajasthan Panchayat Poll Draft Roll Jan 29, Final Feb 25
Rajasthan State Election Commission announces key dates for Panchayati Raj electoral rolls. Draft list on Jan 29, final publication Feb 25. Get the latest guidelines for enumerator appointments.
Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections see 813 nominations
A total of 813 candidates have filed nominations for the 81-seat Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections. Scrutiny led to 21 disqualifications, mirroring 2015's high contestant numbers. Read the latest updates.
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Nashik Civic Polls: BJP Nomination Rejected, 77 Invalid in Cidco
Scrutiny for Nashik Municipal Corporation elections sees BJP's Mukesh Shahane nomination rejected. 2,357 papers checked, many invalid. Key triangular contests emerge. Read for full analysis.
BJP Candidates Fail to File Nominations for BMC Polls
Two BJP candidates for Mumbai's civic polls missed the Dec 30 nomination deadline, causing party embarrassment and highlighting last-minute selection issues. Read the full analysis.
ECI Directs WB to Release BLO Honorarium, Warns Against Intimidation
Election Commission orders immediate release of enhanced pay for Booth Level Officers in West Bengal. Polling stations to be set up in high-rises, gated communities & slums for voter access.
TMC Alleges 'Vote Theft' via Voter List, CEC 'Aggressive'
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee met the Election Commission over Bengal's voter roll revision, alleging the CEC was 'aggressive'. The party threatens legal action over 'discrepancies'. Read the full story.
ECI Orders West Bengal to Pay Enhanced BLOS Honorarium
The Election Commission of India has directed the West Bengal government to release the enhanced honorarium for BLOS by January 31, 2025, warning against any intimidation of officials.
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BJP candidate elected unopposed in Panvel civic polls
BJP's Nitin Jairam Patil wins Panvel ward unopposed after rival's nomination is rejected due to invalid caste documents. Read the full details of this pre-poll victory.
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