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Trinamool MP Mimics PM Modi in Parliament While Criticizing Voter List Revision Process
Dec 09, 2025 08:04 pm CST
Kalyan Banerjee, Trinamool MP, mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a parliamentary discussion on electoral reforms, criticizing the government's claims about infiltrators in Bihar and questioning the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision process that he claims is designed to delete voters rather than authenticate them. Banerjee argued that removing voters from electoral rolls undermines democratic principles and criticized digital verification methods for determining family relationships.
Indian Parliament Schedules 10-Hour Debate on Electoral Reforms: Government and Opposition Face Off
Dec 09, 2025 02:55 pm CST
The Lok Sabha has allocated 10 hours for a comprehensive debate on electoral reforms during the Winter Session of Parliament, with equal time given to ruling and opposition parties. Key issues include Election Commission's role, campaign spending transparency, EVMs, and the controversial "One Nation, One Election" proposal. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal will open the debate while Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi will lead Congress's response in this significant democratic discussion.
S Jaishankar Addresses Sheikh Hasina's Future in India and Bangladesh Relations
Dec 06, 2025 04:11 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar clarified that former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's continued stay in India is her personal decision following her exile last year. He emphasized India's commitment to supporting democratic processes in Bangladesh while expressing optimism for improved bilateral relations in the future.
India's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar Takes Chair of International IDEA Council for 2026
Dec 04, 2025 03:18 am CST
India's Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has assumed the chairship of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance Council for 2026 in Stockholm, pledging to advance democracy worldwide under the theme "Democracy for an inclusive, peaceful, resilient and sustainable world." With India's vast electoral experience of managing 900 million voters, Kumar aims to ensure every vote counts globally.
Indian Parliament Winter Session: Opposition Demands Debate on Electoral Rolls Revision Amid BLO Death Concerns
Nov 30, 2025 05:48 pm CST
The winter session of the Indian Parliament faces immediate controversy as opposition parties demand discussions on the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Concerns over booth level officers' deaths and workload have intensified following the Election Commission's seven-day extension of the revision process across 12 states and Union Territories, while the government maintains the parliamentary business advisory committee will determine the agenda.
Sharad Pawar Claims Cash Transfers Influenced Bihar Election Results While BJP Defends Welfare Initiatives
Nov 15, 2025 07:22 pm CST
Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar alleges that BJP-led NDA's Bihar election victory was influenced by pre-election Rs 10,000 cash transfers to women voters, raising concerns about electoral integrity. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis dismisses these claims, defending government welfare schemes as legitimate policy initiatives appreciated by voters.
Election Commission Refutes RJD's Allegations of Tampering at Bihar Strong Room: Complete Investigation Details
Nov 09, 2025 02:27 am CST
The Election Commission of India has conducted a preliminary investigation into allegations made by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) regarding suspicious activities at a strong room in Hajipur, Vaishali district. The RJD shared CCTV footage claiming evidence of tampering, but the ECI clarified that only one display screen experienced a temporary timeout while the main security system remained operational throughout. The Commission explained that the pickup vehicle spotted on camera belonged to security personnel delivering supplies, with its entry properly documented.
Brazilian Model's Photo Used in Voter ID Fraud: Rahul Gandhi Alleges Electoral Manipulation in Haryana
Nov 06, 2025 04:55 pm CST
Rahul Gandhi has alleged widespread voter fraud in Haryana elections, claiming a Brazilian woman's photo was used on multiple voter IDs to cast votes 22 times. The woman, identified as Larissa Nery, confirmed she never authorized use of her image. Meanwhile, the real voter Munesh stated the ID card shown by Gandhi is not hers. This controversy adds to Congress's claims of electoral manipulation after their unexpected loss to BJP in Haryana.
Rahul Gandhi Alleges Massive Voter Fraud in Haryana Elections: 25 Lakh Votes Manipulated
Nov 05, 2025 06:18 pm CST
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, makes serious allegations of electoral fraud in Haryana Assembly elections, claiming 25 lakh votes were manipulated. He presented evidence of voter list duplications, including multiple IDs with identical photographs, while Election Commission sources questioned Congress's role during voting day and BJP dismissed the allegations as "fake issues."
Union Home Minister Amit Shah: Bihar Elections Will Favor NDA Under Nitish Kumar's Leadership
Nov 02, 2025 03:01 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah discusses Bihar's political landscape ahead of assembly elections, highlighting improved law and order under Nitish Kumar's leadership, development initiatives, and the BJP's commitment to their alliance. Shah emphasizes self-employment opportunities to reduce migration, addresses illegal immigration concerns, and predicts NDA winning 160 seats while warning against the return of "jungle raj" if Mahagathbandhan returns to power.