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Poll officers can’t force electors who ‘refuse’ to vote at poll booths, says EC rule

Electors can refuse to vote under Rule 49-O, separate from NOTA, with little awareness of this option.

The Hindu · Mar 28, 2024

Elections that shaped India | The first general election: a free country in full bloom

India's first general elections in 1951-52 marked by Nehru's "Naya Hindustan Zindabad" slogan, universal adult franchise, and logistical challenges.

The Hindu · Mar 28, 2024

The EU thinks you should be able to uninstall core apps like Photos on your iPhone — competition chief reveals "Apple's compliance model does not seem to meet the objectives of this obligation"

The EU has said Apple's DMA compliance isn't up to scratch because the company doesn't let users uninstall important apps like Photos.

iMore · Mar 27, 2024

Alphabet, Apple, and Meta are under investigation in Europe for non-compliance with the Digital Markets Act

The three tech giants are being investigated for potentially failing to comply with new rules.

Android Central · Mar 25, 2024

Durai Vaiko files nomination papers for Tiruchi Lok Sabha constituency

Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) principal secretary and party’s candidate Durai Vaiko filed his nomination papers for the Tiruchi Lok Sabha constituency here on Monday

The Hindu · Mar 25, 2024

China blamed for UK voter data hack that stole details of 40 million people

China's access to the Electoral Commission may have been part of a wider plan for electoral interference.

TechRadar · Mar 25, 2024

Madras High Court adjourns to June 10 Panneerselvam’s appeals on using AIADMK symbol

Madras High Court adjourns O. Panneerselvam's appeals against 'two leaves' symbol injunctions until after general election.

The Hindu · Mar 25, 2024

Morning Digest | Congress U.P. chief Ajay Rai to take on PM Modi in Varanasi; AAP raises concern with CEC as Delhi Police block party office, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 24, 2024.

The Hindu · Mar 24, 2024

Electoral bonds linked to project clearances by BRS government in Telangana

Electoral bonds purchase and encashment by then ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi in Telangana seemed to be closely linked to award of contracts and opening of new units by donor companies

The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024

BJP accused of misusing central investigating agencies ahead of Lok Sabha elections

Hyderabad TPCC leader accuses BJP of biased electoral environment, urges Election Commission to prevent agency raids pre-election.

The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024