Election Commission of India
Election Commission Enforces Zero Tolerance Policy After Murder Case Rocks Bihar Elections
Nov 02, 2025 04:11 pm CST
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar reaffirms the Election Commission's zero tolerance stance on violence following a political murder in Bihar's Mokama constituency that led to JDU candidate Anant Singh's arrest. Kumar reassured voters of comprehensive security measures for the upcoming two-phase elections, emphasizing the Commission's commitment to neutrality and transparency while encouraging maximum voter participation in what he expects to be exemplary elections by global standards.
Maharashtra Opposition Unites in Large-Scale Protest Against Voter List Irregularities in Mumbai
Nov 01, 2025 07:43 pm CST
The Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena organized a major protest march in Mumbai against alleged voter list irregularities that they claim benefit the ruling BJP. The 'Satyacha Morcha' (march for truth) saw participation from prominent opposition leaders including Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar, and Raj Thackeray, who demanded rectification of voter lists before local elections proceed.
Prashant Kishor Challenges BJP: "No SIR or FIR Will Save You When People Turn Against You"
Oct 28, 2025 09:10 am CST
Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor delivered a pointed critique of the BJP government's electoral strategy, stating that initiatives like Special Intensive Revision (SIR) won't protect parties that have lost public support. His comments came as the Election Commission announced the second phase of SIR across 12 states, with the final voter list scheduled for publication in February 2026.
Election Commission Explains Why Assam Excluded from Phase Two of Special Voter Roll Revision Unlike Bengal and Tamil Nadu
Oct 27, 2025 08:12 pm CST
The Election Commission has clarified that Assam's unique citizenship rules under Section 6A of the Citizenship Act necessitate a separate voter roll revision process, unlike West Bengal and Tamil Nadu which are included in Phase Two of the nationwide Special Intensive voter roll revision. This first major electoral roll update in 21 years involves 12 states and union territories, with enumeration beginning November 4 and final lists published by February 7.
Election Commission Mandates Disclosure of AI-Generated Content in Political Campaigns Ahead of Bihar Elections
Oct 25, 2025 12:44 am CST
The Election Commission of India has issued new guidelines requiring political parties to clearly label all AI-generated or synthetic content used in campaigns, specifying that labels must cover 10% of the visible area and include creator information. This measure aims to protect electoral integrity as Bihar prepares for November elections, with the Commission warning against misrepresentative content that could mislead voters.
Election Commission of India to Launch Nationwide Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls in Phases
Oct 23, 2025 08:52 pm CST
The Election Commission of India is preparing to implement a phased Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls across the country, with the first phase schedule expected this month. Covering approximately 10 states initially, including Assam, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, this initiative aims to create more accurate voter lists by streamlining the elector verification process ahead of upcoming elections.
Bihar Election Commission Mandates Pre-Certification for Print Ads During 2025 Assembly Polls
Oct 21, 2025 02:39 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has issued a notification requiring pre-certification for all political print advertisements during the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections. The restrictions apply to November 5-6 for Phase I and November 10-11 for Phase II, with applications due two days before publication. The Commission has also mandated paid holidays for all employed voters on polling days.
Supreme Court Calls for Clear Guidelines on Electoral Roll Revision as Opposition Lawyers Skip SIR Hearing
Oct 16, 2025 11:06 pm CST
The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for clear guidelines and a Standard Operating Procedure for nationwide implementation of Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, while noting the absence of senior opposition lawyers during a crucial hearing. The court is examining the constitutional validity of the Election Commission's SIR exercise in Bihar amid allegations of voter deletions without proper notice, with the final electoral rolls expected by October 17 and further arguments scheduled for November.
ECI Issues Digital Time Vouchers for Free Political Broadcasts on Doordarshan Ahead of Bihar Assembly Elections 2025
Oct 16, 2025 02:29 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has issued digital time vouchers to political parties for free broadcasts on Doordarshan and All India Radio ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. Each party receives 45 minutes of base time with additional allocations based on previous electoral performance. Broadcasts will be scheduled between candidate list publication and two days before polling, with strict adherence to ECI and Prasar Bharati guidelines required for all submissions.
KTR Alleges Massive Electoral Fraud in Jubilee Hills By-Election: BRS to Approach High Court
Oct 15, 2025 03:06 am CST
Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao has accused the ruling Congress of orchestrating electoral fraud in the upcoming Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election, claiming 23,000 suspicious votes were added to voter rolls. BRS plans to approach the Telangana High Court after receiving inadequate response from election authorities. The article details specific allegations of voter manipulation and Congress's denial of any wrongdoing.