EC Extends Voter Roll Claims Deadline to Jan 19
The Election Commission has extended the deadline for filing claims and objections on draft electoral rolls for five states and UTs from January 15 to January 19, 2026.
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Bengal Draft Rolls: Over 53% Deleted Voters Are Women
Kolkata: The Election Commission's 2026 draft electoral rolls reveal a concerning trend in West Bengal. Over 53.6% of deleted names belong to women, with rural areas showing deletion rates above 60%.
Deaths in WB Linked to Electoral Roll Revision Stress
West Bengal witnesses tragic incidents including a BLO found hanging in Kolkata and a senior citizen's death in Murshidabad, reportedly due to anxiety over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
Two Deaths in Bengal Linked to Electoral Roll Revision
A booth-level officer and a senior citizen died in West Bengal amid allegations of pressure from the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with families citing anxiety and workload.
West Bengal CEO Proposes Receipts for Voters After Mamata's Complaint
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer suggests issuing receipts to voters submitting documents during electoral roll revision, following CM Mamata Banerjee's concerns about missing acknowledgments.
Bengal Voter Revision Lags: 9.3 Lakh Attend Hearings
West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision sees low turnout with just 9.3 lakh voters attending hearings out of 1.3 crore, raising concerns about meeting the February 7 deadline.
Bengaluru Electoral Rolls Draft Finalization Target: January 19
The Greater Bengaluru Authority is likely to complete draft electoral rolls by January 19. This follows a schedule revision after the government increased wards from 368 to 369.
EC Notices to Voters with Over 6 Siblings in Bengal
The Election Commission of India has started sending centrally-generated notices to electors flagged for having more than six siblings in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
EC Deploys 294 Senior Micro-Observers in Bengal
The Election Commission will appoint 294 senior micro-observers from central government officers for the SIR exercise in West Bengal, marking a first in India.
Mamata: EC Deleted 54 Lakh Voters in Bengal Without Notice
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleges the Election Commission removed 54 lakh genuine voters from rolls without giving them a chance to defend themselves, raising concerns over electoral fairness.
West Bengal CEO Warns Micro Observers: Do Your Duty or Face Action
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer issues strict warning to 4,000 micro observers overseeing SIR process. Officials threaten disciplinary action for negligence in electoral roll scrutiny.
Supreme Court asks ECI to respond to TMC MPs' plea on Bengal rolls
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.
SC to ECI: Reply in a week on TMC MPs' voter roll plea
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.
School Headmaster, BLO Found Hanging in Murshidabad
A 48-year-old headmaster and booth-level officer in Murshidabad was found dead, the 8th BLO death since Bengal's electoral roll revision. Family cites unbearable workload and stress. Read more.
BLOs Resist EC Pressure on Faulty Voter List Certification
Booth Level Officers in West Bengal protest undue pressure from Election Commission to certify flawed Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, highlighting data mismatches. Read more.
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.
4 Special Observers for Bengal Electoral Roll Revision Amid Deaths
Election Commission appoints 4 special observers for West Bengal's intensive electoral roll revision. CM Mamata Banerjee alleges 77 deaths, calls process 'harassment'. New hearing centres announced.
Mamata Writes to CEC, Calls SIR a Voter Exclusion Tool
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accuses the Summary Revision of Electoral Rolls (SIR) of being a tool to exclude voters. She urges the Election Commission to ensure transparency and fairness.
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.
EC Exempts Govt, Military Staff Abroad from Personal SIR Hearing
Election Commission exempts govt, military employees abroad from personal appearance during SIR hearings. Family members can now represent them. Details here.
Mamata to move SC against SIR, cites AI misuse, 58 lakh deletions
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee will approach the Supreme Court as an ordinary citizen against the SIR of electoral rolls, alleging AI-driven disenfranchisement and over 58 lakh name deletions. Read her full allegations.
Mamata to move SC against SIR as 'ordinary citizen'
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee will approach the Supreme Court against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging AI was used to disenfranchise millions. She claims 70 deaths linked to the process.
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.
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.
EC notice to TMC MP Dev, actors, cricketer Shami in Bengal
Election Commission issues SIR notices to TMC MP Dev, actors Laboni Sarkar, Kaushik Bandyopadhyay & others in Bengal. Cricketer Shami seeks time. Over 32 lakh voters under citizenship proof check.
Dev, Shami summoned by EC for Bengal electoral roll hearing
Election Commission summons TMC MP Dev, cricketer Mohammad Shami & other celebrities for Special Intensive Revision hearing in West Bengal. TMC alleges harassment.
Mamata to move SC as 'ordinary citizen' over SIR list
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleges AI is weaponized to remove 5.4 million voters from rolls. She vows to approach the Supreme Court to protect democratic rights. Check your name on the draft list.
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.
Mamata's 4th Letter to CEC Alleges Arbitrary Voter Deletions
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee writes to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, demanding halt to 'arbitrary' voter roll revision, citing discrimination and informal WhatsApp orders. Read the full story.
Mamata's 3rd Letter to CEC: Halt SIR, Warns Disenfranchisement
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee writes her third letter to CEC, urging a halt to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, citing harassment and a recent death. Read the full story.
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