Nagpur Voters Face Phone Dilemma at Polling Booths
Nagpur voters encountered a practical problem during elections as digital tools guided them to booths but the phone ban left them without secure storage options, highlighting coordination gaps.
Nagpur voters encountered a practical problem during elections as digital tools guided them to booths but the phone ban left them without secure storage options, highlighting coordination gaps.
Mumbai's municipal corporation elections saw largely peaceful voting with over 28,000 police deployed. Minor verbal clashes occurred at some booths, but officials confirm overall calm.
Maharashtra municipal corporation elections 2026 witnessed largely peaceful voting across Mumbai with minor clashes reported at some polling booths. Police deployed over 28,000 personnel to ensure security.
Mumbai witnessed largely peaceful municipal corporation elections with over 28,000 police personnel deployed. Minor verbal altercations occurred at some polling booths between party workers.
Mumbai's municipal corporation elections saw largely peaceful voting on Thursday, with police deploying over 28,000 personnel. Minor verbal clashes occurred at some booths.
Mumbai's municipal corporation elections saw largely peaceful voting with minor clashes between party workers. Over 28,000 police personnel ensured security across polling stations.
City police confiscated over 200 mobile phones used inside polling booths during elections. Booth level officers reported violations of strict phone ban rules.
Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections recorded 58% voter turnout, lower than 2017. EVM malfunctions and booth location problems caused delays, but officials ensured smooth voting process.
Actor Saumya Tandon encountered confusion while trying to vote in Maharashtra's municipal elections. Her name was missing from voter lists at multiple booths.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation establishes pink booths managed exclusively by women and model booths with improved facilities across all 10 zones for Thursday's civic elections.
Authorities have identified 91 sensitive polling booths in Sangli Miraj Kupwad Municipal Corporation, installing CCTV cameras for extra vigilance. Voting covers 78 seats with 2,900 staff.
BJP's West Bengal president Samik Bhattacharyya files PIL in Calcutta High Court, seeking central forces' security at 42,000 booths, citing past poll violence incidents.
Odisha increases polling booths from 36,000 to 43,000 to keep voter count under 1,200 per booth ahead of Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
Gurgaon traffic police issued over 21,900 challans with fines totaling Rs 1.8 crore between January 5 and 11, 2026. Wrong-side driving topped violations.
Mumbai sets up 705 polling stations in housing societies for BMC elections to boost voter turnout. SEC caps voters at 800 per booth to ensure convenience and integrity. Read more.
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.
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 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.
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.
Ghaziabad traffic police to get relief from extreme weather with 20 new solar-powered smart booths. First phase starts on NH-9. Read about the features and benefits.
Bengaluru traffic police collect a record ₹251.26 crore in fines in 2023-24, the highest in a decade. Read about the surge in violations and enforcement measures.
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 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.
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 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.
Jaipur traffic police warn of heavy congestion on New Year's Day, deploy dynamic one-ways and extra personnel at key religious sites. Get the latest route restrictions and advisories here.
Delhi Traffic Police announces traffic restrictions and diversions for Thursday due to New Year and Ekadashi. Key routes near temples and malls affected. Plan your journey.
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.
Bengaluru police launch 'Sober-Up Booths' on New Year's Eve to assist revellers. Get details on locations, services, and the city's comprehensive safety plan.
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.