Nagpur's Stark Voter Turnout Divide: 19% vs 91%
An analysis of Nagpur's 2017 civic polls reveals extreme voter turnout disparities, from a dismal 19% at Bhola School to a high of 91% in Pachpaoli. Explore the city's electoral fault lines.
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Malegaon Villagers' Protest Fixes Polling Booth Issue
Residents of Sayane and nearby villages in Nashik forced authorities to relocate polling booths, preventing a 6km travel to vote. The Malegaon corporation rectified the issue after public agitation. Read how democracy prevailed.
2,128 Thane civic staff skip poll training, face warning
Thane Municipal Corporation issues final warning to 2,128 employees who missed mandatory election training. Officials threaten criminal cases as crucial polls near. Read details.
Kolkata High-Rises Debate Polling Booths on Campus
Kolkata residents in 69 high-rises debate Election Commission's polling booth plan. While convenient for elderly, many fear vote secrecy breach and political targeting. Details inside.
PMC Polls: 35.51 Lakh Voters, 4,011 Stations for Jan 15
Pune gears up for PMC elections on Jan 15. 35.51 lakh voters, 4,011 polling stations, and strict vigil on Sankranti gifting. Find your polling station via the new PMC app.
Differently-abled court staffer dies by suicide in Saket
A 43-year-old differently-abled court employee died by suicide at Saket court complex. Colleagues protest, citing immense work pressure and staff shortages. Read the full story.
SP Alleges Anomalies in Noida Voter List Revision
Samajwadi Party flags serious issues in Noida's electoral roll draft: deceased voters, incorrect addresses, and unexplained booth increase. Election officials respond to allegations. Read details.
Chariyamthuruth residents seek polling booth for 1500 voters
Residents of Chariyamthuruth island in Kochi appeal for a local polling booth ahead of assembly elections, highlighting a 7km journey and poor transport. Will authorities act?
Coimbatore Holds Mock Polls, Tests EVMs & VVPATs
Coimbatore begins a two-day mock polling exercise to test EVMs and VVPATs ahead of elections. The process is being monitored by district officials and political party representatives. Read more.
Court Staffer Dies by Suicide in Delhi, Cites Work Pressure
A 43-year-old court clerk in Delhi's Saket court died by suicide, citing extreme work pressure in a note. The incident triggered protests over chronic staff shortages in the judiciary.
69 Bengal High-Rises to Serve as New Polling Booths
West Bengal CEO forwards list of 69 high-rises for polling stations. 10 in Kolkata, 47 in KMA. EC uses constitutional power to requisition properties after consent withdrawals.
Nagpur NMC Starts EVM Setup for Civic Polls
Nagpur Municipal Corporation has initiated the commissioning of EVMs across all 3,004 polling booths. Officials confirm a 10% buffer stock and complex ward-level configurations for the upcoming civic elections.
Delhi court staffer dies by suicide, cites work pressure
Harish Singh Mahar, a 35-year-old court staffer with a disability, died by suicide at Delhi's Saket court complex. A suicide note cited extreme work pressure, sparking protests over staff shortages.
Polling Booths in Housing Societies for Maharashtra Civic Polls
Maharashtra civic bodies to set up polling booths inside housing societies for upcoming elections. Pune leads with 258 booths, Mumbai with 850. Initiative aims to tackle urban voter apathy.
Teachers on poll duty demand paid rest day in Mumbai
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
Gautam Budh Nagar, Ghaziabad voter rolls shrink by lakhs
Draft electoral rolls for Gautam Budh Nagar and Ghaziabad show major deletions after intensive revision. Check your name now during the claims period.
Nagpur Poll Staff Face Cold, Lack of Basic Facilities
Election officials for Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls face biting 8°C cold and uncertain washroom, rest facilities. Women staff raise hygiene concerns. Read more.
Noida, Ghaziabad Add 256 Polling Booths in Electoral Roll Revamp
Noida and Ghaziabad undergo major electoral restructuring, adding 256 new polling booths. Draft rolls published Jan 6 may delete over 12 lakh ASD voters. Check your booth now!
Nagpur: 511 sensitive booths for NMC polls, security triples
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections see 511 sensitive polling booths, over three times the 2017 count. Officials cite preventive preparedness with web-casting and extra police. Key zones identified.
Nagpur: Women Polling Staff Flag Poor School Toilet Conditions
Women election personnel in Nagpur raise alarm over unusable washrooms in schools doubling as polling stations, impacting basic sanitation and menstrual hygiene during long duty hours.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Teachers Protest NMC's Flawed Appointments
Nagpur Municipal Corporation election arrangements face backlash as teachers report duplicate appointments and illogical orders. Demands for action grow. Read the full story.
EC to Set Up Polling Booths in Kolkata Housing Complexes
Election Commission plans polling booths in 70-80 Kolkata housing societies to boost turnout. Consent may not be required, using constitutional powers. Details inside.
Kalaburagi Teachers' Constituency Final Voter List Published
Kalaburagi district releases final voter list for North East Teachers Constituency with 8,936 registered voters. Deputy Commissioner B Fauzia Tarannum details the registration process and polling booth setup. Eligible teachers urged to register.
BMC Forms Teams to Monitor Civic Poll Expenditure
Ahead of Mumbai's long-awaited civic elections, BMC forms special teams to monitor candidates' spending, with a limit of Rs 15 lakh per ward. Read about the new polling stations and unopposed contests.
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.
ECI's 2nd Warning to Bengal DEOs on Apartment Polling Booths
Election Commission sets Wednesday deadline for 8 Bengal districts to list apartment complexes for polling stations. TMC opposes move, BJP supports. Details on the voter threshold and political standoff inside.
UP Polling Stations Reorganised: 1,200 Voter Cap Set
UP's polling stations increase to 1,77,516 after ECI approval. New 1,200 voter cap aims for better accessibility. Draft electoral rolls out Jan 6. Read details.
UP Voter List Draft Delayed, 2.89 Crore Names Deleted
Uttar Pradesh's draft electoral roll publication postponed to Jan 6, 2026. 2.89 crore voters deleted. Know how to check and file claims.
EC to meet Kolkata DEOs on polling booths in high-rises
An Election Commission team, led by deputy election commissioner Gyanesh Bharti, will meet DEOs of Kolkata and nearby districts on Tuesday to review the setup of polling booths in high-rise buildings and housing societies.
Nagpur Police Ramp Up Security for NMC Elections
Nagpur police coordinate with NMC officials for booth-level readiness ahead of January 15 municipal polls. Focus on crowd management, assured facilities, and incident-free voting. Read more.
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