Election Commission
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Clarifies Controversial "Votes for Funds" Remark Ahead of Local Elections
Nov 23, 2025 05:41 pm CST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has clarified his controversial campaign statement linking voter support to fund allocation in Malegaon, claiming it was not intended as a threat but rather a common election promise. The NCP chief's remarks sparked criticism from opposition parties while government allies attempted to downplay the controversy ahead of the December 2 Nagar Panchayat elections.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Under Fire for Threatening Voters with Fund Cuts During Election Campaign
Nov 23, 2025 02:38 am CST
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar faces severe criticism after threatening to withhold government funds unless voters elect all 18 NCP candidates in the upcoming Nagar Panchayat elections. Opposition leaders have condemned his remarks as an abuse of power, pointing out this is just the latest in a series of controversial statements by the Finance Minister that have sparked public outrage.
West Bengal BLO Found Dead Amid Special Intensive Revision Work Pressure: 28 Lives Lost in Election Exercise
Nov 22, 2025 04:46 pm CST
A 54-year-old teacher and Booth Level Officer was found dead in West Bengal's Nadia, with evidence suggesting work-related stress from the Special Intensive Revision exercise. This follows multiple similar deaths, prompting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to request the Election Commission halt the process that has reportedly claimed 28 lives due to pressure and overload.
Political Tensions Erupt Between Trinamool and BJP Following Bangladesh Earthquake Tremors in Kolkata
Nov 21, 2025 03:59 pm CST
A 5.7 magnitude earthquake in Bangladesh caused tremors in Kolkata, sparking political confrontation between BJP and Trinamool Congress over the ongoing voter roll revision process in West Bengal. The natural disaster became a catalyst for renewed accusations between Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and opposition leaders amid concerns about the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision procedures.
Amit Shah Accuses Political Parties of Protecting Infiltrators Amid Mamata Banerjee's SIR Criticism
Nov 21, 2025 03:45 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee clash over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with Shah alleging some parties are protecting infiltrators while Banerjee calls the process chaotic and dangerous. The dispute highlights tensions over electoral integrity in poll-bound West Bengal, with BJP leaders accusing Banerjee of attempting to shield illegal voters.
200+ Former Officials Condemn Rahul Gandhi's Vote Fraud Allegations Against Election Commission
Nov 19, 2025 05:31 pm CST
A group of 272 retired judges, bureaucrats, Army officers, and diplomats have issued an open letter condemning Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' campaign against the Election Commission. The letter characterizes the allegations as political frustration disguised as institutional crisis, urging political leaders to respect constitutional processes rather than undermine democratic institutions with baseless accusations.
Tamil Nadu Anganwadi Worker Attempts Suicide During Electoral Roll Revision Work: Highlights Mounting Pressure on Staff
Nov 19, 2025 12:57 am CST
An anganwadi worker in Tamil Nadu attempted suicide while conducting electoral roll revision duties, bringing attention to the growing concerns about workload pressures facing officials involved in the Special Intensive Revision process. The incident comes amid widespread protests by revenue officials who are boycotting their duties due to excessive demands and insufficient training.
Understanding Bihar Elections: How Electoral Mathematics Explains RJD's Defeat Despite Higher Vote Share
Nov 18, 2025 08:53 pm CST
This analysis explains the apparent paradox in Bihar's recent elections where RJD received more total votes than BJP and JD(U) but won significantly fewer seats. The article demonstrates how the first-past-the-post electoral system, contested seat numbers, and vote concentration—not electoral manipulation—determined the outcome, providing a mathematical explanation for NDA's landslide victory despite RJD's higher absolute vote count.
Assam Launches Special Electoral Revision: Existing Voters Protected While Ensuring Inclusive Registration
Nov 18, 2025 07:17 pm CST
Assam has begun a unique Special Revision of electoral rolls ahead of 2025 assembly elections, with Chief Electoral Officer Anurag Goel confirming existing voters face no documentation requirements while new residents can register with minimal proof. The process includes home verification visits and accommodates displaced citizens, with the final voter list publication scheduled for February 10.
Election Commission Refutes RJD's Claim of 25,000 Pre-Loaded Votes in Bihar EVMs as "Technically Impossible"
Nov 18, 2025 07:16 pm CST
The Election Commission has firmly rejected allegations by senior RJD leader Jagdanand Singh that EVMs used in Bihar elections contained 25,000 pre-loaded votes before polling began. The EC described these claims as "technically impossible" and "procedurally false," highlighting that such tampering is prevented through multiple verification processes, including mock polls and VVPAT verification, all conducted with political party agents present.