Election Commision
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EC announces Special Summary Revision in 17 states and UTs to boost enrolment of eligible electors
India | Oct 15, 2026, 11:47 PM ISTSignificantly, the Special Summary Revision aims to enrol eligible voters, particularly young and first-time electors, correct errors in existing electoral roll entries and improve the accuracy of voter lists.
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Speed News: Nana Patekar's Last Rites On Oct 9, Funeral Preparations Underway In Pune
Originals | Oct 08, 2026, 06:21 PM ISTNana Patekar's Last Rites On Oct 9, Funeral Preparations Underway In Pune. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Booked By Delhi Police For 'Assaulting' Cops During Protest. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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OPINION | Why Congress lost polls? Vote Chori or Kaam Chori?
India | Oct 07, 2026, 05:14 PM ISTRahul Gandhi's repeated protests against the Election Commission, including demands to meet CEC Gyanesh Kumar, are being seen as a political strategy to blame 'vote chori' for Congress' electoral defeats and divert attention from the real reasons behind its losses.
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Election Commission extends SIR deadline for Andhra Pradesh, Meghalaya; check revised dates
India | Sep 30, 2026, 08:55 PM ISTIn Andhra Pradesh, the deadline for claims and objections has been extended to October 10, and the final list will be released on October 16.
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Rahul Gandhi demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, says he 'must turn approver' amid SIR row
India | Sep 24, 2026, 06:04 PM ISTLeader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has demanded the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of attacking the election system. Gandhi's remarks came amid the row over the Special Intensive Revision process and objections raised by two Election Commissioners.
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MP Rajya Sabha race: BJP fields third nominee; is trouble brewing for Congress' Meenakshi Natarajan?
India | Jun 08, 2026, 11:37 AM ISTEarlier on June 4, the saffron party released a list of 11 candidates for the Rajya Sabha polls. The elections will take place on June 18, with voting scheduled for 24 seats spread across 10 states.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, May 27, 2026
India | May 27, 2026, 08:44 PM ISTIn its much-awaited ruling on the legality of the SIR, the Supreme Court held that the Election Commission’s exercise was consistent with both the law and the Constitution.
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PM Modi congratulates Debangshu Panda on BJP's impressive victory in Falta: 'Intimidation has lost'
West Bengal | May 24, 2026, 11:49 PM ISTThe BJP secured a commanding win in the Falta Assembly constituency, with the saffron party candidate Debangshu Panda defeating Communist Party of India (Marxist) contender Sambhu Nath Kurmi by a margin of 1,09,021 votes.
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TMC blames BJP pressure as Jahangir Khan exits Falta repoll race, alleges attacks on party offices
West Bengal | May 19, 2026, 04:03 PM ISTThe Election Commission on May 2 directed repolling at all 285 polling stations in the Falta Assembly Constituency. The poll panel stated that widespread electoral malpractices and serious disruptions to the democratic process were reported across several polling station during voting on April 29.
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EC introduces QR code-based ID system at counting centres ahead of Assembly election results
India | Apr 30, 2026, 11:42 PM ISTThe Election Commission said that the new system will be implemented ahead of the May 4 counting of votes polled in the Assembly elections held in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry and the by-elections in 7 assembly constituencies of five states.
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TMC delegation's meeting with EC turns heated; Derek O'Brien allegedly shouts at CEC: Sources
India | Apr 08, 2026, 11:14 AM ISTA TMC delegation’s meeting with the Election Commission turned heated, with Derek O’Brien allegedly shouting at the Chief Election Commissioner. The meeting ended abruptly, and the opposition is set to address the issue in a press conference at 5 pm today.
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Election Commission hikes pay for poll officials ahead of assembly elections in five states
India | Mar 25, 2026, 07:28 PM ISTThe official explained that the revised pay structure aims to provide fair compensation and motivate staff who work long and demanding hours during elections. The assembly elections are scheduled next month in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
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180 Opposition MPs back impeachment motion against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, likely to be moved by Friday
India | Mar 11, 2026, 04:58 PM ISTThe TMC and the Election Commission are at loggerheads over the Special Intensive Revision of the voter list in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.
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Panaji City Corporation elections: When were they last held and who emerged victorious?
India | Mar 10, 2026, 07:48 PM ISTIn preparation for the polls, the Goa State Election Commission has issued strict guidelines to ensure free and fair elections. Authorities have imposed bans on unlawful assemblies and processions, aiming to maintain peace and order during the election period.
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Why was January 25 chosen as National Voters' day?
India | Jan 25, 2026, 06:57 AM ISTVoting allows people to select representatives who can work for development, improve public services, and address issues faced by society. National Voters’ Day reminds citizens that every vote matters and can shape the future of the country.
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Rahul Gandhi alleges 'vote theft' through electoral roll revision in Gujarat
India | Jan 24, 2026, 06:35 PM ISTRahul Gandhi claimed that this pattern was first seen in Aland and Rajura and is now being repeated in Gujarat. He further alleged that the same method is being applied in Rajasthan and other states where SIR has been implemented.
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EC mulls extending SIR deadline in West Bengal following Supreme Court's directions
West Bengal | Jan 21, 2026, 08:05 PM ISTEarlier, the EC had set February 7 as the last date for hearings and February 14 for the publication of the final electoral rolls, after an initial extension. The schedule has come under scrutiny following a petition from the Trinamool Congress.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 19, 2026
India | Jan 19, 2026, 08:58 PM ISTThe UP government on Monday formed a three-member SIT to probe the death of a 27-year-old techie, who died after his car drowned into a pit in Greater Noida's Sector 150 area.
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Bengal SIR: SC orders EC to display names of 1.25 crore voters on 'logical discrepancies' list
West Bengal | Jan 19, 2026, 03:33 PM ISTTo make this process easier, the court ordered that facilities for submitting documents and objections should be set up within panchayat bhavans and block offices. It also directed the West Bengal government to provide sufficient staff to assist the State Election Commission during this exercise.
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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 12, 2026
India | Jan 12, 2026, 10:01 PM ISTThe alleged fraud occurred between December 24 and January 9, during which the accused posed as law enforcement officials and coerced the couple into transferring substantial amounts of money to several different bank accounts.