SC Asks EC About Voter Deletions on Citizenship Grounds
Supreme Court demands Election Commission disclose voter deletions based on suspected citizenship in SIR drive, questioning EC's authority on citizenship matters.
Supreme Court demands Election Commission disclose voter deletions based on suspected citizenship in SIR drive, questioning EC's authority on citizenship matters.
A Karnataka petitioner alleges Rahul Gandhi holds British citizenship. The Uttar Pradesh court has concluded hearings and will likely deliver its verdict on January 28, 2026.
The Maharashtra State Election Commission announces 13 identity proofs, including photo ID cards, for the 2026 BMC elections. Voters must carry valid documents to cast their ballots.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections will accept 13 identity documents, including voter ID cards, for polling. This move aims to ensure smooth voting and increase participation.
The Election Commission of India asserts before the Supreme Court that Electoral Registration Officers have the authority to examine citizenship status for voter list inclusion, citing constitutional provisions and laws.
Election Commission tells Supreme Court that citizenship scrutiny during voter list revision aims solely to remove non-citizens from electoral rolls, not terminate citizenship or lead to deportation.
The Election Commission of India asserts its authority to check citizenship status for voter registration. Senior Advocate Rakesh Dwivedi presents arguments before the Supreme Court bench.
Sabuj Das received his CAA citizenship certificate but faces uncertainty over voter list inclusion during the SIR process in East Burdwan. His case highlights procedural dilemmas.
Election Commission approves tea garden & cinchona plantation records as valid documents for electoral rolls in 7 North Bengal districts, empowering thousands of plantation workers. Read the full story.
Kolkata voters with passports resolve SIR hearing discrepancies in 2 minutes. Those without face document hurdles to prove citizenship. Citizens question Election Commission's process.
A US federal judge has blocked key parts of Trump's executive order on elections for Oregon and Washington, protecting vote-by-mail. Read the full details and implications.
South Goa MP Capt Viriato Fernandes, a Kargil War veteran, received an Election Commission notice to prove his identity. Goa's CEO blamed the Booth Level Officer for the lapse. Read details.
Nepal's cabinet approves landmark rule allowing children with unknown paternal identity to acquire citizenship through their mother. A major step for gender equality and children's rights. Read the full story.
A woman in Uttar Pradesh faces legal action for allegedly concealing her Pakistani citizenship to obtain a teaching position. Police investigate the fraud case. Read details.
Uttar Pradesh's draft voter list removes 2.89 crore names due to deaths, migration, or duplication. 12.55 crore voters retained. Key details on the Special Intensive Revision.
The Election Commission asserts its constitutional duty to ensure no foreigners are on electoral rolls. Senior advocate argues before SC that citizenship is foundational for voting rights. Read the full arguments.
Uttar Pradesh's draft electoral roll for 2026 is out. If your name is missing, follow these steps by Jan 22 to claim inclusion or file objections. Essential guide for voters.
The draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh's 2026 elections is now public. Learn how to check your name, file claims, and ensure your voting rights. Act before the deadline!
A Delhi court has adjourned to February 7 the hearing on a revision petition challenging Sonia Gandhi's inclusion in electoral rolls. The Congress leader's counsel sought time to file a reply. Read the latest developments.
Oman has standardised fees for citizenship services. Applying now costs OMR 600, while renouncing nationality is OMR 200. The new rules took effect on January 4, 2026. Read for details.
A 75-year-old woman in Kolkata battles health issues & bureaucracy to attend a SIR hearing after a mismatch in her deceased husband's name on voter documents. Her fight to retain her voting rights.
Venezuela's government demands proof of life for President Nicolás Maduro after US forces reportedly detain him in Caracas. President Trump hails the operation. Read the latest updates.
Acclaimed mathematician Chandrashekhar Khare's memoir 'Chasing (a) Conjecture' demystifies the creative, addictive pursuit of proof. Discover the blend of intuition, rigour, and human spirit behind solving number theory's biggest puzzles.
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer asks Election Commission to accept Madhyamik admit cards as proof of birth for voter registration. A decision could set a national precedent.
A Ghaziabad woman admits a viral video showing a 'citizenship verification machine' was staged. Police confirm it was a prank. Get the full story and official reaction here.
A video shows a UP police officer claiming a device can detect Bangladeshi citizenship by scanning a man's back. The incident in Ghaziabad has triggered a major backlash. Read the full story.
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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.
An elderly woman in Kolkata attended a citizenship hearing days after knee replacement surgery, as the EC's SIR verification drive continued on Dec 31, causing hardship for many. Read more about the public ordeal.
Over 150 voters from Kolkata's Ballygunge allege harassment after waiting 4-5 hours in SIR hearings to prove they are not outsiders. Residents, some living for generations, call the process a nightmare. Read more.