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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…

The Economic Times · Jul 5

Manipur SIR: Over 19.34 lakh enumeration forms collected; final electoral roll on Sept 6

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday published the draft electoral roll for Manipur following the completion of the Enumeration Phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026, during which over 19.34 lakh enumeration forms were collected from eligible electors across the state.

The Economic Times · Jul 5

TMC vs TMC: Security forces deployed as Ritabrata faction takes over Kolkata party headquarters; Mamata loyalists cry foul

The internal conflict in the Trinamool Congress escalated Friday after heavy CRPF and Kolkata Police deployment outside the party's Metropolitan state office. The lockdown followed claims that a rebel group led by Leader of the Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee had taken control of the headquarters. The move came a day after…

The Economic Times · Jul 4

SIR process lacks transparency: Aam Admi Party

The Aam Aadmi Party has criticized the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process for electoral rolls in Delhi, labeling it as "non-transparent." AAP's Delhi unit chief Saurabh Bharadwaj highlighted the party's past requests for deleted voter names and addresses, which were denied, preventing verification of residency. The month-long voter…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Election Commission starts SIR voter list verification in Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya and Jharkhand: Important FAQs and what happens if you're not at home?

The Election Commission of India has initiated a Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls across Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Meghalaya, and Jharkhand. Booth Level Officers are conducting door-to-door verification to update electoral data, ensuring accuracy by identifying eligible voters and removing ineligible entries. This crucial exercise aims to maintain clean voter…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Twenty-three parties, Independent MP write to Chief Justice on SIR, role of EC

Twenty-three political parties, including INDIA bloc members, AAP, and DMK, have jointly written to the Chief Justice of India concerning the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and other election-related matters. The opposition's move highlights their reliance on the judiciary when other avenues are exhausted, appealing to its conscience…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Electoral roll: Door-to-door SIR exercise starts in Karnataka

Karnataka has launched a door-to-door house enumeration for electoral roll purification, aiming for a flawless voter list. The state government has also notified comprehensive guidelines for issuing Permanent Residence Certificates (PRCs), establishing a uniform and transparent mechanism. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar urged all eligible voters to participate, warning of potential…

The Economic Times · Jun 30

Senate poll fixing case 'on track'

The Election Commission (EC) is on track to complete its review of the high-profile Senate election collusion case within the legal timeframe, EC chairman Narong Klanwarin said, rejecting allegations the agency is delaying proceedings.

Bangkok Post · Jun 28

EC ready to stage Bangkok polls, eyes 70% turnout

The Election Commission (EC) says it is ready for Bangkok's gubernatorial and council elections on Sunday and expects voter turnout to top 70%.

Bangkok Post · Jun 26

One year of Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision: Over 5.8 crore names deleted from electoral rolls

Over 5.8 crore voters have been removed from electoral rolls across 12 states and Union territories in a year-long purification drive by the Election Commission. While the EC maintains the exercise targets duplicate and ineligible voters, opposition parties allege disenfranchisement. The Supreme Court has upheld the revision's validity, and the…

The Economic Times · Jun 26