election integrity
Election Commission Reactivates Economic Intelligence Panel After Six Years to Combat Electoral Malpractice
Oct 19, 2025 11:03 pm CST
India's Election Commission has revived its Multi-Departmental Committee on Election Intelligence after a six-year hiatus to prevent the misuse of money, liquor, and drugs in the upcoming Bihar elections. The committee, comprising 17 government departments and agencies, met to coordinate efforts against electoral malpractices and ensure free and fair elections through enhanced intelligence sharing and enforcement strategies.
Election Commission Demands Video Evidence of Mamata Banerjee's Threats Against West Bengal Electoral Officer
Oct 11, 2025 05:39 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has requested video footage of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly threatening West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer with corruption allegations. This unprecedented situation has prompted BJP opposition to demand action, claiming the threats undermine democratic processes months before state elections.
Bihar Voter List Controversy: Supreme Court Examines Claims of 47 Lakh Adults Disenfranchised in Special Intensive Revision
Oct 09, 2025 10:10 pm CST
Yogendra Yadav presents evidence to Supreme Court showing Bihar's Special Intensive Revision of voter lists eliminated 47 lakh adults, including 16 lakh women, potentially disenfranchising 10% of the state's adult population. The Election Commission denies these claims while the court orders legal assistance for affected citizens.