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The Latest Breaking News from The Election Commission of India

'What is the punishment for manipulating EVMs', SC asks ECI

The Supreme Court on Tuesday turned down the plea to go back to election via ballot paper instead of EVMs and asked the Election Commission of India (ECI) whether 'there is any punishment for officials and authorities manipulating Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs)'. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Sitaram Yechury interview | ‘Why is ED not using PMLA in open-and-shut electoral bonds cases?’

Sitaram Yechury campaigns for Left candidate in Kannur, discusses BJP narrative and CPI(M) prospects in elections.

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Behind lull at Jaipur’s poll merchandise hub: ‘Shift to phone’, EC vigil, ‘no money’ for Cong

The Lok Sabha elections are just days away in Rajasthan, but unlike previous polls, the streets in the capital Jaipur are denuded of campaign material. Except Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s face on hoardings at crucial junctions.

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DGP asks police officials to step up security for Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy

A report on the attack on Jagan Mohan Reddy and the progress in the investigation has been submitted to the Election Commission of India, says Rajendranath Reddy

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ECI orders probe into alleged attack on Jagan Mohan Reddy

After the issue of Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy getting injured came to the notice of the Election Commission of India, Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer was told to send a detailed report on the incident, and the persons responsible for the attack

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Punjab Minister Bhullar in soup over alleged casteist remark

The Congress party also lashed out at the AAP, accusing Mr. Bhullar of promoting racism.

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ECI cracks down on anonymous political hoardings, directs disclosure of publishers and printers for traceability and accountability

Sending a strong message, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday directed all States/UTs mandating the clear identification of printer and publisher on printed election-related material including hoardings, ensuring accountability and transparency in campaign communications. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ECI issues notice to Randeep Surjewala over remarks on Hema Malini; seeks response by April 11

The Election Commission of India on Tuesday issued a notice to Congress leader Randeep Surjewala for his undignified and uncivilized comments against Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Hema Malini. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ECI calls crucial meeting with top officials to review law and order on borders ahead of LS polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has called a crucial meeting on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC to hear next week plea for cross-verification of EVMs with VVPAT by voters

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it would hear next week a plea seeking cross-verification by the voters of votes cast. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Electoral Bonds scheme lacked transparency, abetted black money, says ADR chairman

Electoral bonds lacked transparency, failed to curb black money in elections, and raised concerns about democracy, as stated by Prof. Sastry.

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Teacher Recruitment Test postponed till Model Code of Conduct is in force, says official

Vijayawada School Education Commissioner postpones TET-2024 results and TRT-DSC exams following Election Commission directive. New schedule to be announced.

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Election code creates confusion among candidates waiting to write Teacher Recruitment Test

Confusion among TRT-DSC-2024 candidates in Vijayawada due to postponed exam amid election Model Code of Conduct.

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Nomination for second phase of Lok Sabha elections for all 12 States/UTs to start from today

The Election Commission of India issued the notification for the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 to be conducted on April 26. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Abuse of money power in elections is a serious concern, says former Supreme Court judge

Abuse of money power in elections is a serious concern, says former Supreme Court judge. While the Election Commission of India strives to conduct free and fair elections, the electorate should contribute to that goal by thwarting the attempts to vitiate the democratic process, says Justice Chelameswar. Vote is a…

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Lok Sabha polls | Madras High Court junks plea to advance date of counting of votes in T.N.

Madras High Court dismisses petition to quash Lok Sabha election notification for Tamil Nadu, citing lack of legal grounds.

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State Election Commission explains the difference between it and the Election Commission of India

For information on the Lok Sabha elections, please contact the Election Commission of India (ECI) or the Chief Electoral Officer - Kerala, the State Election Commission advised the public on Tuesday.

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Ten MLAs urged ECI to arrange voting for 50,000 displaced Kuki-Zo people outside Manipur

Ten Manipur MLAs request ECI to allow displaced Kuki-Zomi-Hmar people to vote from shelters outside the state.

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LS Polls: ECI directs disciplinary action against absentee SDM during election duty

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued directions to take disciplinary action against Amardeep Singh Thind, PCS, Assistant Returning Officer cum-SDM of Amloh, who has been absent from election duty during the ongoing Lok Sabha elections 2024. Read further on Dynamite News:

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NCP (Ajit Pawar) to ally with NDA in State

The Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party, which has been recognised as the official party by the Election Commission of India, has decided to ally with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in the State in keeping with its national policy.

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‘ECI to review seizure management in Andhra Pradesh on April 3’

Stating that the Election Commission of India (ECI) would conduct a review meeting with the Chief Secretary and Director-General of Police on the implementation and status of the ‘Seizure Management System’, the Chief Electoral Officer Mukesh Kumar Meena suggested the District Collectors to effectively monitor it.

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Apart from EPIC, voters can present 12 additional documents to cast vote: Punjab CEO Sibin C

Any of these documents can be presented by the voter as proof of identity at the polling station. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Watch | What is the Model Code of Conduct? | Explained

A video explaining the Model Code of Conduct which is enforced by the Election Commission of India

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How can a person be compelled to vote, asks Madras High Court

Madras High Court rules that no one can be compelled to vote despite paid holiday on polling day.

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Electoral Bonds data | Firms from Telangana, A.P. loosened purse strings for multiple political parties

Companies in Hyderabad purchased electoral bonds for various political parties, revealing significant donations and recipients in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

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