India elections
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.
Rising Toll: BLO Deaths Spotlight Election Commission's Voter Revision Crisis in India
Nov 25, 2025 04:03 pm CST
At least nine Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) have died across India within a week, drawing attention to the extreme pressures faced during voter list revisions. Opposition leaders criticize the Election Commission's demanding verification targets while the EC responds with workload limitations and increased allowances. This growing crisis highlights the challenging conditions electoral workers face while balancing their primary jobs with essential democratic functions.
Brazilian Hairdresser Larissa Nery Caught in Indian Election Controversy: The Truth Behind Rahul Gandhi's Allegations
Nov 06, 2025 06:56 pm CST
A Brazilian hairdresser named Larissa Nery has found herself unexpectedly involved in Indian politics after Rahul Gandhi claimed her image was used for voter fraud in Haryana. Nery clarified that her 2017 stock photograph was used without her knowledge, as she has never visited India or participated in its electoral process.