Bengal Voter Enrollment: 3.8 Lakh Applications Since Draft List
West Bengal sees 3.8 lakh applications for voter inclusion since December draft list, with 38,865 deletion requests. Officials note figures trail Bihar's enrollment.
Category : Elections
SEC Orders Probe in Maharashtra Over 'Erasable Ink' Controversy
The Maharashtra State Election Commission has launched an investigation into allegations that ink used in BMC elections was not indelible. Marker pens will be discontinued for Zilla Parishad polls.
Maharashtra Civic Polls Row Over Indelible Ink Removal
Opposition parties in Maharashtra allege that indelible ink used in municipal elections is easily removable, raising concerns about potential voting fraud and electoral malpractice.
EC Rejects Madhyamik Admit Card for SIR 2026
The Election Commission has declined West Bengal's request to accept Madhyamik admit cards as valid documents for the SIR 2026 verification process, citing existing rules.
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Voting Chaos in Thane: Polling Station Confusion Creates Hurdles
Voters in Thane faced multiple challenges during civic body polls, including incorrect polling station details on voter slips and confusion over casting four votes with only three machines.
Uganda Votes Amid Internet Shutdown, Museveni Seeks 40+ Years
Ugandans voted Thursday under an internet blackout and heavy police presence. President Yoweri Museveni, 81, faces opposition from Bobi Wine amid accusations of repression and election rigging fears.
Mumbai Civic Polls: Fewer Candidates, More Voters
Mumbai's civic elections show a 25% drop in candidates despite a 12% voter increase. Women-run pink polling stations and massive security deployments mark the polls.
Pune's Token System Guarantees Voting Rights in Final Hour
Pune election authorities implement a reverse token system to manage last-minute crowds. All voters present by 5:30 PM will vote, with tokens issued to prevent denial of rights.
Noida, Ghaziabad Voters to Get Notices; Booth Camps Jan 18
Unmapped voters in Gautam Buddh Nagar and Ghaziabad will soon receive notices at home. Booth-level camps on January 18 will help verify draft electoral rolls and file claims.
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BLOs Resign in Behrampore Over ECI Rules; Hearing Camp Attacked
Booth Level Officers in Behrampore staged a protest and submitted mass resignations, citing confusion over ECI instructions. The situation escalated when voters ransacked a hearing camp, leading to police intervention and political blame games.
11,500+ Voter Names Deleted in Bengal's SIR Exercise
West Bengal's electoral revision sees over 11,500 names removed, mostly from Nadia district. State CEO proposes relief for married women and SC/ST parents lacking documents.
Kolhapur Aims for Record Voter Turnout in Municipal Polls
Kolhapur anticipates a strong turnout in Thursday's municipal elections, with 4,060 new Gen Z voters and a total of 4,94,711 expected to vote. The administration hopes to surpass the 70% turnout from 2015.
Cash-for-Votes Scandal in Navi Mumbai Society
Political workers in Kharghar distributed Rs 500 notes to voters during door-to-door campaigning, sparking a major controversy over electoral malpractice.
Kolhapur Civic Polls: 3-Minute Voting Strategy Planned
Political parties in Kolhapur estimate each voter takes three minutes to cast four votes. They deploy workers strategically to manage queues and ensure maximum participation in the multi-ward election.
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Burdwan BLOs Serve Notices on Themselves, Uphold Integrity
Two Booth Level Officers in East Burdwan demonstrate professional dedication by personally serving election discrepancy notices on themselves and their family members.
Kolkata Voters Can Check Hearing Notices & Upload Docs Online
Kolkata electors can now verify hearing notices and submit documents online through the Election Commission's portal, but BLOs and EROs face confusion over hearing requirements.
Marathwada Graduates' Poll: Only 23% Female Voters
The draft voter list for the Marathwada graduates' constituency poll reveals a significant gender imbalance, with women comprising just 23% of the total voters, sparking concerns among activists.
91 Sensitive Polling Booths in Sangli Miraj Kupwad Under Extra Vigilance
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.
Pune PwD Voters Struggle with Polling Station Accessibility
Persons with disabilities in Pune report uneven implementation of accessibility measures at polling stations, citing missing ramps and facilities despite Election Commission guidelines.
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Pune Voters Confused by Identical Surnames in Polls
In Pune's civic elections, voters face confusion as rival candidates share identical surnames like Kate and Balwadkar, making ballot identification challenging across multiple wards.
Pune Sets 2-Day EVM Transfer for ZP, Panchayat Polls
Senior election officials in Pune direct municipal commissioners to hand over EVMs within two days after counting for municipal polls to ensure smooth ZP and panchayat samiti elections on February 5.
Pune Officials Seize Washing Machines, Liquor in Voter Bribery Raids
Poll officials in Pimpri Chinchwad seized washing machines, liquor bottles, and dinner sets meant for voter distribution ahead of civic elections. Thirteen cases registered.
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.
EC: Voter List Scrutiny Only for Electoral Rolls
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.
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Goa Congress Fights Voter Deletion, Demands Transparency
Congress delegation meets Goa's chief electoral officer, objects to flaws in SIR process that could disenfranchise 2.9 lakh voters, demands safeguards.
Goa CEO Warns Portuguese Passport Holders on Voter Roll
Goa's Chief Electoral Officer directs Portuguese passport holders to remove their names from the electoral roll using Form 7. False declarations could lead to imprisonment or fines.
Dhanbad Starts Pre-SIR Electoral Roll Verification Drive
Dhanbad district launches pre-Special Intensive Revision process for electoral rolls. Officials verify voter data from 2003, check photographs, and deploy BLOs for ground-level screening to ensure accuracy.
Rs 50 Lakh Cash Seized in Ulhasnagar After Campaigning
Police seized Rs 50 lakh cash from an autorickshaw in Ulhasnagar just after campaigning ended. An independent candidate alleges it was for voter inducement. Investigation ongoing.
Maharashtra Civic Polls 2026: Get Your Voter Slip Now
Learn how to download your Voter Identity Slip for the January 15, 2026 civic elections in Maharashtra. Step-by-step guide for BMC, PMC, PCMC, and Thane voters.
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Maharashtra Zilla Parishad, Panchayat Samiti Polls on Feb 5
Maharashtra's State Election Commission announces elections for 12 zilla parishads and 125 panchayat samitis on February 5. Over 2.09 crore voters will participate, with counting scheduled for February 7.
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