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CEC Gyanesh Kumar calls India's electoral process as among most transparent in world

India currently holds the chairmanship of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA), an organisation comprising 35 major democracies of the world, which reflects global recognition of India's free and fair electoral system, a release quoted Kumar as saying.

The Economic Times

Gadkari meets Dutch Ambassador, discusses India-Netherlands cooperation in green infra, mobility, energy transition

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari met Netherlands Ambassador Marisa Gerards in New Delhi. Discussions focused on sustainable infrastructure and green mobility cooperation. They also explored technology and innovation for strengthening bilateral trade. Ambassador Gerards also met officials regarding agriculture and democratic cooperation. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral engagement.

The Economic Times

Indian EVMs not connected to internet, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi: CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar emphasized the security of Indian EVMs, asserting that they are not connected to the internet. He encouraged students to critically assess information sources, especially on social media. Reflecting on his own journey in public service, Kumar discussed the vastness of India's electoral process and called…

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97 crore voters, 1.8 crore election workers: CEC highlights scale of India's polls

India's Chief Election Commissioner referred to the impressive 97 crore voters as the largest family globally. During general elections, the Election Commission of India transforms into the world's biggest organization, facilitating connection among 1.8 crore officials via the ECINET platform. This essential tool ensures streamlined communication and holds extensive electoral…

The Economic Times

ECI refuses RTI details on CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s official visits, claims ‘personal information’

Saket Gokhale, a former MP, has alleged that the Election Commission is withholding information about CEC Gyanesh Kumar's official travel. The commission has referred to personal information provisions under the RTI Act to deny sharing financial details, which Gokhale contests. He expressed that expenses related to public duties should not…

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Trump claims over 24,000 noncitizens voted illegally in 2020

US President Donald Trump asserts over 24,000 noncitizens voted illegally in the 2020 election. He cites a Census Bureau review and advocates for the SAVE America Act. This proposed legislation mandates physical proof of citizenship for voter registration. It also limits mail-in voting and directs states to remove non-citizens from…

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Trump claims '24,000 noncitizens voted in 2020 election', urges Congress to pass SAVE America Act

US President Donald Trump has claimed that more than 24,000 noncitizens voted illegally in the 2020 US presidential election, citing what he said was an ongoing review of voter and citizenship records by the US Census Bureau.

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'I won': Trump renews 2020 election claim, says 24,000 noncitizens voted illegally

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday reiterated that he won the 2020 presidential election against Joe Biden, claiming that more than 24,000 "noncitizens" voted illegally in the polls.

The Times of India

Close to 100 crore electors have voter cards in India: EC officials

Indian Election Commission officials clarified voter identification procedures after US President Donald Trump's comments. Nearly 100 crore electors have received special Electoral Photo Identity Cards for voting. Polling in India relies on these photo identity cards for all registered voters. Electoral rolls are prepared and audited by booth-level officers and…

The Economic Times

'Please take Gyanesh Kumar Gupta to America,' says Congress leader Pawan Khera after Trump invokes Indian electoral system

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized Donald Trump's remarks on India's election system. Trump cited India's voter identification and electronic voting machines for his proposed legislation. Khera sarcastically offered to send India's Chief Election Commissioner and EVMs to the United States. The proposed SAVE America Act aims to ensure only citizens…

The Economic Times

Trump, Gor praise India's voter ID system to push SAVE America Act

US President Donald Trump highlighted India's election process to support mandatory photo identification for voters. He noted that India's recent general elections involved over 646 million voters. Less than one percent of these voters utilized postal ballots during the election. Every Indian voter had to present a valid photo identity…

The Economic Times

AAP alleges BJP conspiracy to delete 30 lakh Delhi voters through SIR

Aam Aadmi Party leader Somnath Bharti criticizes the BJP and Election Commission's voter revision process. He claims the exercise aims to delete approximately thirty lakh votes in Delhi. Bharti highlights difficulties faced by voters and tenants in proving their eligibility. He alleges Booth Level Officers are instructed by BJP legislators.…

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Congress' Jairam Ramesh calls Gyanesh Kumar a 'weapon of mass destruction' for electoral rolls

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh called the Chief Election Commissioner a "weapon of mass destruction" for electoral rolls. Opposition parties submitted a notice seeking the removal of Gyanesh Kumar from his position. This demand stems from alleged "proved misbehaviour" and "partisan asymmetry" in enforcing the Model Code. The Monsoon session of…

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Battle for TMC name, symbol reaches decisive stage as rival camps prepare to face EC

A fierce battle for control of the Trinamool Congress is escalating as rival factions prepare to present their claims to the Election Commission. Both sides are vying for the party's name, symbol, and organizational structure, with the dissident group asserting numerical strength among legislators and having taken control of party…

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Congress says India needs ‘radical reset’ in economic policy, targets Narendra Modi govt

Indian National Congress has criticized the handling of India’s economy, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of prioritizing elections over pressing economic challenges. The party claimed that rising inflation, slowing economic growth, and declining foreign investment are increasing concerns across sectors. Congress leaders also alleged that a climate of fear and…

Newslaundry

Opposition vs CEC Gyanesh Kumar and Om Birla

Imagine watching a cricket match where the umpire starts favouring one team. Appeals from one side are ignored. Decisions against the other team come instantly. At some point, the players start questioning the umpire.

Newslaundry

South Central 66: LPG crisis fears and why Opposition wants impeachment of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

In the first segment of this week’s South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna discuss the LPG crisis and what that could mean for India going forward. They are joined by energy journalist and policy expert Shreya Jai, and climate journalist and researcher Aruna Chandrasekhar.

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How we broke the voter roll story before it became a national conversation

More than a year ago, when I began looking into possible manipulation of voter rolls, the first person to help me understand it was Dr SY Quraishi, former Chief Election Commissioner of India.

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Landslide for NDA, highest vote share for RJD, Cong blames ‘vote chori’

Bihar is barrelling toward one of its most emphatic mandates in years. The NDA has opened up an unassailable lead, ahead on 205 of 243 seats, while the Mahagathbandhan is left clinging to just 31, with independents and smaller outfits leading on seven.

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Bihar’s silenced voters, India’s gagged press: The twin threats to Indian democracy

The Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, probably expected that his August 18 press conference would settle the controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar and Rahul Gandhi’s “vote chori” charge. He was wrong. This is a story that has refused to die, notwithstanding Trump’s tariffs, or…

International Business Times

India's Election Commission Under Fire From Opposition

The Election Commission of India, long regarded as the impartial guardian of the world's largest democracy, is facing unprecedented scrutiny over its credibility and independence.

The Independent UK

India’s opposition leader hosts ‘dead’ voters alleging rigging in upcoming state elections

As 6.5 million Indian voters go ‘missing’ from the electoral database, opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accuses prime minister Narendra Modi’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party of rigging polls in India, Arpan Rai reports

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South Central 40: Election Commission’s credibility crisis and the nun who took Bishop Franco to court

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna, and Leena Reghunath first discuss the ‘vote chori’ press conference by the Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, issuing a seven-day ultimatum to Rahul Gandhi and anyone else casting doubts on the election process. Senior investigative journalist and Executive Editor…

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CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s defence on Bihar’s ‘0’ house numbers not convincing

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar at a press conference dismissed allegations against the Election Commission of India (ECI) and asked Rahul Gandhi to submit his complaints in a sworn affidavit within seven days or apologise to the nation.

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Telegraph front page calls out EC ‘obfuscation’, ToI has NDA’s V-P pick as lead story

In a rare press conference on Sunday, the Election Commission of India sought to counter Rahul Gandhi’s charge of “vote fraud,” calling such language an insult to the Constitution. Flanked by his colleagues, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar insisted that the poll body stood with voters and was above partisan…

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