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Several errors in last week's advance vote have landed the Election Commission (EC) in trouble. Such mistakes raise doubts about the efficacy of the poll agency in organising Sunday's much-anticipated election and whether it can ensure it is free and fair.

Bangkok Post

Poll body expects voter turnout above 80%

The Election Commission (EC) expects voter turnout will top 80% for this Sunday's general election as it ramps up its campaign to raise awareness of the poll.

Bangkok Post

Congress complains to ECI about PM violating model code of conduct by issuing a video appeal to Karnataka voters

The Congress moved the ECI to complain against Prime Minister Narendra Modi for violating the ‘silence period’ under the model code of conduct (MCC) by a releasing a video appeal to the voters of Karnataka long after campaigning ended at 5 p.m. on May 8.

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Polling day dawns in Karnataka after pitched campaign by all parties

After a fortnight of high-decibel poll campaigns, Karnataka is set to vote on Wednesday to elect a new government. A crucial election for all three key parties, the BJP is fighting to retain power beating anti-incumbency and a history of no ruling party getting re-elected for nearly four decades, while…

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11 Assembly constituencies in Mysuru goes to poll on May 10

The fate of 143 candidates in poll fray at 11 Assembly constituencies in Mysuru district will be sealed in the electronic voting machines (EVMs) on Wednesday, May 10, as Karnataka is going for elections from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Hindu

ECI says seizures worth ₹375.61 crore have been made in Karnataka since the Model Code of Conduct was enforced

A day before the Karnataka elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on May 9 said seizures of liquor, drugs and freebies worth ₹375.61 crore have been made in Karnataka since the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) was enforced.

The Hindu

Party ordered to cease laser display on Rama 8 Bridge

City Hall has told the United Thai Nation Party (UTN) to stop projecting a laser election campaign display on the giant pillar supporting Rama 8 Bridge, after being asked by Election Commission to investigate it, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said on Tuesday.

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Power use surges to record high

The boiling hot weather in Thailand is causing an upsurge in electricity consumption, leading to a record high of 34,826.5 megawatts on May 6, says the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC).

Bangkok Post

EC vows poll will be error-free

The Election Commission (EC) has promised to prevent errors in the handling of Sunday's polls, while accepting criticism over flaws reported in advance voting.

Bangkok Post

Now, EC issues notice to BJP after Congress complaint on newspaper ad

The Election Commission (EC) has issued a notice to the ruling BJP for publishing an advertisement in national and local newspapers in Karnataka “without verifiable facts” regarding specific claims made in the advert.

The Hindu

As campaigning ends, EC on high alert to check inducements during silent period

With public campaigning for the Karnataka Assembly polls coming to an end on Monday, the Election Commission is keeping strict vigil with money distribution being usually high during the silent period on the last two days with a frenzy. Additional flying squads have been deployed and Static Surveillance Teams (SSTs)…

The Hindu

NGT directs Government to stop works of Gouravelli reservoir

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Busy day as first votes cast

Advance voting yesterday prompted a huge turnout nationwide with people eager to exercise their democratic rights after a four-year wait.

Bangkok Post

Congress accuses EC of ‘proactive zeal towards Opposition’ in reply to notice on ad; asks why PM, HM are not questioned

A day after the Election Commission sought evidence from Karnataka Congress over its “corruption rate card” advertisements published in newspapers targeting the BJP ahead of the Assembly elections, the party on Sunday hit back accusing the EC of taking action in violation of Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution…

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Election Commission slammed for wrong data on cast ballots

The Election Commission (EC) faced heavy criticism after officials at one advance voting station gave wrong details on constituencies and provinces of cast ballots on Sunday.

Bangkok Post

Govt defends power bill subsidy plan

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam on Saturday defended a plan to subsidise electricity bills this month, saying it is not an attempt to boost the government’s popularity in the May 14 election.

Bangkok Post

Election Day storms in the wind

Two storms are forecast to hit Thailand next week, potentially affecting Election Day on May 14, according to the Climate Change and Disaster Centre at Rangsit University.

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EC explains why it needs 5m ‘extra’ ballots

The Election Commission (EC) on Friday offered an explanation for why it needs nearly 5 million extra ballots, saying that ballots are normally distributed in bound sets of 20, which inflates the total required.

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EC asks Srisuwan for more details on Pheu Thai petition

The Election Commission has asked activist lawyer Srisuwan Janya for more details to support the complaint he has submitted about the Pheu Thai Party’s policy of a 10,000-baht digital handout everyone aged 16 and over.

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Populist plans under fire

The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has voiced deep concerns over the likelihood of corruption cases resulting from the push for unrealistic populist policies by parties to win the upcoming election.

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Ukraine's Zelensky visits ICC, calls for new court to try crime of aggression

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday called for the creation of a special tribunal separate from the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate the crime of aggression.

Manchester Evening News

Why you vote with a pencil in the local elections 2023

Pencils are supplied at polling stations, but voters are free to bring their own pens

Bangkok Post

BJT calls for Pheu Thai's dissolution

The Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) has authorised its candidates to file a complaint with the poll watchdog against Srettha Thavisin.

Bangkok Post

EC petitioned over WhatsApp chat

Political activist Srisuwan Janya lodged a complaint with the Election Commission (EC) on Wednesday after Senator Somchai Swangkarn posted screenshots of a WhatsApp chat believed to involve fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

The Hindu

Young voters: Belagavi district has the highest enrolment

Enrolment of young voters in the State has seen a huge jump in the last four months. From 7.01 lakh in the final electoral rolls published on January 5, the number of young voters has increased by 4.7 lakh. In 2018, the number of youth voters was 8.24 lakh.

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