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.
Bengaluru police register FIR against unknown persons for spreading fake news about structural cracks in the Ejipura flyover. Officials confirm the structure is safe. Read details.
The Election Commission of India has announced the full schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, spanning seven phases from April 19 to June 1. Over 96.8 crore registered voters will decide the fate of 543 seats. Results will be declared on June 4.
Delhi Police now file FIRs for serious traffic violations like wrong-side driving, risking jail under BNS. First cases registered in Kapashera and Delhi Cantonment. Read details.
An RTI activist and three journalists have approached the Punjab & Haryana High Court seeking to quash an FIR filed against them for questioning the use of the Punjab CM's official helicopter. They claim it's a free speech issue. Read more.
The Election Commission demands a report from West Bengal DGP after an observer's vehicle was attacked. FIR filed against 30-40 unknown persons. Details inside.
Rabale police register FIR against a man for allegedly threatening and defaming a Returning Officer during NMMC polls. The accused, a BSP supporter, is absconding. Read details.
Mumbai BMC election candidates must now keep daily expense accounts from nomination day. A Rs 15 lakh spending cap and new rate card aim for transparency. Full details inside.
Ludhiana Cyber Police file FIR against RTI activist Manik Goyal and 9 others for social media posts questioning the use of CM Bhagwant Mann's chopper during his Japan visit. Activists call it an attempt to stifle dissent.
An FIR is registered in Mumbai after a BMC official and an election videographer were assaulted while on duty. The incident occurred on Dec 27 in Vile Parle. Details inside.
Delhi Police registers FIR against AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj, Sanjeev Jha & Adil Ahmad Khan for allegedly hurting Christian sentiments with a political skit featuring Santa Claus. BJP calls it objectionable. Details inside.
Rajasthan's State Election Commission has significantly increased expenditure limits for candidates in panchayat and urban local body elections. New campaign vehicle restrictions also announced.
A Ludhiana hospital's blunder leads to a wrong cremation. The Sandhu family refuses ashes, demands DNA proof, and approaches the Punjab Human Rights Commission. Read the full story.
Kolkata Police registers suo motu case against BLOs for protest at Bengal election commission. DC Indira Mukherjee confirms charges. BLOs cite harassment, work pressure. Read full details.
The State Election Commission's announcement of Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls has reignited political activity. Former corporators are hitting the streets to reconnect with voters after two years of administrator's rule. Read more.
The Election Commission has firmly denied all allegations of irregularities in the Bihar assembly elections, calling them misleading. It provided detailed clarifications on EVMs, postal ballots, and voter rolls.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's election budget for 2026 hits Rs 20 crore, a 165% jump from 2017. Rising fuel, manpower, and material costs drive the steep increase. Read the full breakdown.
Madurai collector inspects colleges for alternate 2026 assembly vote counting centres after HC barred use of medical college. Details on facilities checked and officials involved.
Karnataka High Court stays legal proceedings against Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy concerning alleged false remarks against ex-MP DK Suresh during the 2024 Lok Sabha campaign. Next hearing in January.
BJP sweeps Delhi MCD elections 2025 with 126 seats, AAP gets 55, Congress 9. Full ward-wise winners list and analysis of the capital's political shift.
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
NCP's Supriya Sule demands cancellation of Maharashtra civic polls, alleging misuse of money power and bias by election bodies. Bombay High Court delays result declaration.
Punjab & Haryana HC stays order for FIR against 5 cops over alleged custodial torture, citing human rights panel overstepped its mandate. Details inside.
Manipur Human Rights Commission directs Imphal West SP to submit compliance report after police inaction in transgender assault case. Learn about this important rights development.
West Bengal's Booth Level Officers demand compensation, accusing Election Commission of ignoring their work pressure. Read about their grievances and EC's security measures.
Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari faces EC probe over controversial 'lock up booth-level officers' statement. DC Ravi Anand must submit report by Thursday. Minister claims remarks misinterpreted.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee cautions Matua community about potential voter delisting under CAA, calls Election Commission 'BJP Commission'. Learn the political implications.
Bengaluru police investigate electoral fraud after Congress worker files FIR alleging duplicate and fake names in Mahadevapura voter rolls. Read the full details.
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs Punjab SC Commission not to interfere in FIR probe against Congress leader Raja Warring. Get the latest legal updates from Chandigarh.
Shocking Bihar election results reveal 8 in 10 candidates lost deposits, with Jan Suraaj suffering near-total wipeout. NDA maintains perfect record while newcomers struggle.