Bengal Ministers Get SIR Notices, Cry Foul Play
Two West Bengal MLAs, including a junior minister, have been summoned for SIR hearings. They accuse the Election Commission and BJP of a conspiracy over name discrepancies.
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EC Acts on Chakulia Centre Ransacking, 21 Arrested
Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal met with top officials after the Chakulia SIR hearing centre vandalism. Police arrested 21 people, and hearings will resume once normalcy returns.
Bengal SIR Hearing Turns Violent: 5 Cops Injured, 10 Held
Violence erupts at SIR hearing in North Dinajpur's Chakulia, injuring five police personnel. EC takes serious note, seeks reports as micro-observers resign en masse in Farakka.
West Bengal BDO Office Torched by Mob During Election Process
An agitated mob of 300 people vandalized and set fire to a Block Development Officer office in North Dinajpur, causing Rs 20 lakh damage during Special Intensive Revision hearings.
Ex-Cricketer Shukla Misses Hearing for Cricket Duty
Former India cricketer and ex-sports minister Laxmi Ratan Shukla misses SIR hearing due to Vijay Hazare Trophy commitments. The Howrah MLA retired from politics in 2022.
Bengal SIR Deaths: 7 Dead, Political War Erupts
The deaths of seven individuals linked to the SIR scheme in West Bengal trigger a fierce political blame game between TMC and BJP. Get the full details on the controversy.
ECI Eases Rules for Adivasi Voter Enrollment in Bengal
West Bengal CEO plans to simplify rules under SIR 2.0 to include tribal communities like Santhal, Munda in voter lists. New powers for DEOs aim to prevent exclusion.
BLO Suicide in West Bengal, Family Alleges Work Pressure
A Block Level Officer in West Bengal dies by suicide. Family alleges extreme work pressure from Special Intensive Revision duties. Details on the tragic incident and calls for investigation.
MHA Seeks Report on Attack on Suvendu Adhikari's Convoy
MHA seeks report after BJP's Suvendu Adhikari alleges TMC workers attacked his convoy with bamboo sticks and petrol can in West Midnapore. TMC denies, claims his own security lathi-charged BJP workers.
Elderly man dies during SIR hearing in Bengal
A 75-year-old man died of cardiac arrest while waiting for an SIR hearing in Birbhum. Family alleges stress from the electoral process. Read the full report.
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.
WB Govt Files Caveat in SC After ED Raids on I-PAC
West Bengal government moves Supreme Court with a caveat after Enforcement Directorate raids I-PAC offices. Get the latest updates on this high-stakes legal and political development.
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.
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.
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.
UN Map Row: Hearing Notice to Amartya Sen, TMC Targets 250
A group called 'Bangla Birodhis' has sent a hearing notice to Nobel laureate Amartya Sen over a UN map. Meanwhile, TMC's Abhishek Banerjee sets a target of 250 seats in the upcoming elections.
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.
Bengal Man Found Dead, Family Alleges SIR Hearing Stress
A 40-year-old man was found dead in West Bengal's Hooghly. His family alleges extreme stress due to a Scheduled Caste certificate hearing. Police investigation ongoing.
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.
Shami, Dev Get EC Notices for Special Intensive Revision Hearing
Election Commission issues SIR hearing notices to cricketer Mohammed Shami, TMC MP Dev, and other celebrities. The move sparks political row in Bengal ahead of polls. Read the full details.
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.
Kim Kardashian & Kanye West's 4 Kids and Co-Parenting
Explore the lives of North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm West. Discover how Kim Kardashian and Kanye West navigate co-parenting post-divorce in the public eye. Read their inspiring story.
Bengal's Vulnerable Voters Struggle in SSR 2026 Process
Elderly and disabled voters in West Bengal endure immense hardship during the Special Summary Revision, turning a technical exercise into a public outcry. Read the full report.
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.
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.
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.
Modi, Shah, Nadda to visit West Bengal in January
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP's JP Nadda are scheduled for key visits to West Bengal this month, focusing on booth-level strengthening ahead of elections. Get the latest political updates.
EC Takes Strict Action on Summoning Elderly, Sick Voters
Election Commission warns of strict action against BLOs summoning voters aged 85+, sick, or disabled for hearings. New directive mandates door-to-door verification. Read the full story.
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.
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