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Morning Digest | Everyone will regret attacking electoral bond scheme, says PM Modi; Taliban govt says it is ‘particularly committed’ to protect rights of Hindus and Sikhs, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on April 16, 2024

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Denial of pre-certification for poll ads can be challenged only before Supreme Court, not any other court, says ECI

Madras High Court questions Election Commission's restriction on challenging pre-certification denial, seeks explanation by Wednesday.

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Fixing India’s VVPAT-based audit of EVMs

The Hindu explains how the current VVPAT-based audit of EVMs is inadequate

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Candidates raise concern over duplicate votes in Tirupati Assembly constituency

Doubts over fairness arise in Tirupati elections due to 38,493 duplicate votes; demand for removal of double entries made.

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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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How did the law on disclosure of assets evolve? | Explained

How did the law on disclosure of assets evolve for candidates standing for elections in India?

The Hindu

Former MP seeks L&O review in Pulivendula by special police observer

Former MP seeks ECI intervention for fair elections in Pulivendula, demands security for opposition candidate and transfer of threatening officer.

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Updated electoral roll for 14 Karnataka constituencies released; a total of 2,88,08,182 are eligible voters

Updated electoral roll for 14 Lok Sabha constituencies in Karnataka released, detailing voter demographics and election-related activities.

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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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BJD accuses the BJP of misusing ECI platform to issue threats to government officers

BJD accuses BJP of misusing ECI platform to threaten government officials in Odisha during 2024 elections.

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Congress reports Modi’s remarks on manifesto to Election Commission

Lok Sabha polls 2024: Congress files multiple complaints against Prime Minister Modi and BJP to Election Commission for violating election rules.

The Hindu

TMC's Saket Gokhale seeks EC probe into new NIA chief's appointment

TMC's Saket Gokhale questions NIA Director General appointment during elections, alleges BJP's deepening nexus with central agencies.

The Hindu

A brief history of EVMs in India | Explained

The Hindu explains the history of EVMs in India, and why they were pitched as vanguards in the fight against organised booth capturing and voter rigging.

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Number of women candidates grew 16-fold from 1957 to 2019: ECI data

In 1957, there were just 45 women candidates contesting the Lok Sabha election; by 2019, this figure had risen to 726.

The Hindu

Chief Electoral Officer issues notice to Chief Minister Jagan for his ‘disparaging remarks’ against Naidu

Vijayawada CEO issues notice to YSRCP chief for derogatory remarks against TDP leader, violating Model Code of Conduct.

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IPS officers suffering due to the false allegations, association tells CEO

AP IPS Officers’ Association condemns orchestrated propaganda by political parties targeting IPS officers, urges Election Commission to intervene.

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Lok Sabha polls | Why have T.N. railway employees not been given benefit of postal ballot, Madras High Court asks

Madras High Court questions Southern Railway for not extending postal ballot facility to Tamil Nadu railway employees.

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Book on TN BJP chief Annamalai | ECI to reconsider rejection of permission for the launch

Election Commission revisits order denying book release event in Coimbatore, Madras High Court intervenes.

The Hindu

Tirupati Collector instructs officials to follow election guidelines scrupulously

Tirupati district Collector Praveen Kumar instructs officials on election duties to ensure free and fair polls per ECI guidelines.

The Hindu

Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy should resign for causing chaos in pension disbursal, demands TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu

Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy should resign for causing chaos in pension disbursal, demands TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu. The ECI has only barred the volunteers from being involved in the process, but there is no restriction on drafting the services of the village/ward secretariat staff for the purpose, he says,…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Election Commission opposes DMK petition on EVM design; Supreme Court to hear plea on corruption case. Tiger on prowl in Mayiladuthurai.

The Hindu

New SP takes charge in Chittoor

IPS officer V.N. Manikanta Chandolu appointed as Chittoor SP by ECI, aims to improve policing and community relations.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha elections | ECI focus on improving voter turnouts in 266 parliamentary constituencies

Election Commission of India identifies 266 constituencies with low voter turnout, plans targeted interventions for Lok Sabha polls.

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Lok Sabha Polls: To boost voter turnout, ECI holds 'Conference on Low Voter Turnout'

Ahead of the polling in the ongoing general elections in 2024, the poll body has accelerated efforts to enhance voter turnout. Read further on Dynamite News:

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