CEC flags ESZ violation at Bannerghatta National Park
The Central Empowered Committee has flagged violations in the Eco-Sensitive Zone around Bannerghatta National Park and recommended restoration. The report follows a public petition.
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Bannerghatta ESZ restoration to impact Bengaluru projects
Supreme Court panel recommends restoring Bannerghatta National Park's 100sqkm buffer. Major housing, IIM campus, and resorts face scrutiny. Karnataka govt awaits final verdict.
10% of India's Elephant Corridors Gone, Warns SC Panel
A Supreme Court committee warns 10% of India's 150 elephant corridors are gone, with infrastructure being the top threat. Urgent restoration and monitoring needed to save giants.
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.
Mamata's 3rd letter to CEC flags flaws in voter roll exercise
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee writes a third letter to CEC, calls Special Intensive Revision 'flawed' and warns of disenfranchisement. She demands immediate rectification or a pause.
Abhishek Banerjee's 'Vanish Kumar' Jibe at CEC Over Voters
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee criticizes CEC Gyanesh Kumar over voter deletions, comparing the process to demonetisation. He also targets BJP MPs in a fiery speech. Read the full details.
CEC Report on Bannerghatta ESZ Dilution Due July 31
The Central Empowered Committee will submit its final report on the controversial reduction of Bannerghatta National Park's Eco-Sensitive Zone by July 31. Learn the implications for Bengaluru's green cover.
SC Panel Probes Bannerghatta ESZ Reduction After Citizen Petition
Supreme Court panel inspects Bannerghatta National Park after 2020 ESZ cut from 269 to 169 sq km. Citizens allege real estate, mining interests threaten Bengaluru's ecological backyard.
SC Panel Inspects Bannerghatta Park Over ESZ Reduction
A Supreme Court panel will inspect Bannerghatta National Park after a plea challenged the 2018 reduction of its eco-sensitive zone from 268.9 sq km to 168.8 sq km. Activists allege pressure from mining and real estate interests. Read the full report.
Abhishek Banerjee Clarifies TMC-CEC Meeting Agenda
TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee clarifies the purpose of the party's meeting with CEC Rajiv Kumar, denying any seat-sharing talks. Details on the discussion about West Bengal's electoral rolls and 2026 assembly polls.
TMC Unhappy with Election Commission's Response
TMC delegation expresses dissatisfaction after meeting with Election Commission, alleging CEC had no clear answers on their complaints. Read the full details of the political confrontation.
Families blame EC officials after elderly voters' deaths
Families of two elderly voters who died after receiving hearing notices file police complaints against top election officials. The Election Commission faces scrutiny over a technical glitch affecting voter lists. Read the full report.
SC's Aravalli 100m definition flip: 2010 no, 2024 yes
The Supreme Court's 2024 acceptance of a 100-metre height rule for the Aravallis contradicts its own 2010 order. This move, backing the Environment Ministry, nullifies 15 years of judicial oversight and a scientific 3-degree slope definition.
CEC Approves 2,777 Tree Felling in Taj Zone for Road Project
CEC recommends cutting 2,777 trees in Taj Trapezium Zone for Kosi-Mathura corridor, with strict 10x compensatory plantation. SC to give final nod.
India's CEC Gyanesh Kumar Takes Helm at International IDEA
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar assumes chairmanship of International IDEA for 2026, pledging to share India's democratic legacy and drive global electoral transparency. Read more.
Goa Government Awaits Tiger Reserve Report
Goa CM Pramod Sawant awaits Supreme Court's CEC report on proposed tiger reserves before deciding course of action. Ministers express concerns over land allocation for unseen tigers.
SC Panel Recommends Goa Tiger Reserve Amid State Opposition
Supreme Court's CEC recommends declaring 468.6 sq km tiger reserve in Goa within 3 months. Plan excludes high-population areas initially. State government opposes citing autonomy concerns.
Mamata Banerjee's New Letter to CEC Over Election Concerns
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee writes second letter to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, questioning outsourcing of data personnel and private polling stations during SIR process. Read full details.
Karnataka Govt Flouted SC Mining Orders: Panel
Central Empowered Committee finds Karnataka government violated Supreme Court mining orders by stitching illegal mines for auction. Read the full investigation details.
Case Filed Over CEC's Fake Video in Kerala
Kerala Police registers case over fabricated video of Chief Election Commissioner. Learn about the investigation and legal actions being taken against the creators.
Mamata Banerjee alleges SIR mismanagement after worker death
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee writes to CEC calling Special Intensive Revision 'unplanned' and 'coercive', citing death of anganwadi worker in Jalpaiguri. Read full details.
Rahul Gandhi: CEC main culprit in Bihar vote chori
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi makes explosive allegations against Election Commission officials, claiming systematic vote theft in Bihar polls and demanding accountability.
Lawyer seeks suspension of Congress flag and emblem
A Bhubaneswar-based lawyer files complaint with Chief Election Commissioner seeking immediate suspension of Congress party's flag and emblem, alleging constitutional violations ahead of elections.
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