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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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2 Reliance-linked ‘shell firms’ gave Rs 50 cr to BJP, ‘dabba trader’ gave Rs 22 cr to BRS

In the electoral bonds data uploaded by the Election Commission of India, there are various unlisted obscure firms next to big corporations. Their balance sheets are baffling.

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Lok Sabha Election 2024: ECI shuffles district administration in five states

The Commission said that this action is a demonstration of the Commission's dedication and promise to uphold fairness and preserve the integrity of the electoral process. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Notification issued for simultaneous Lok Sabha, Assembly polls in Arunachal Pradesh

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on March 20 issued notification for simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh, in the first phase on April 19.

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Election Commission issues notification for first phase of Lok Sabha elections

The Election Commission of India on Wednesday issued the notification for the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Selection and election: On the appointment of Election Commissioners

An executive-driven process has to yield to one more rooted in the constitutional principle of having an independent body to hold free and fair elections in India

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Clarity likely soon on lesser known entities, individuals who bought electoral bonds

Electoral bond data reveals lesser-known entities and individuals purchasing bonds, raising questions on motives and recipients.

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Decoding electoral bonds data

Incomplete disclosure of electoral bond data raises suspicions of corruption and quid pro quo in political funding.

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TMC accuses PM Modi of using govt funds for campaigning, complaints to EC

TMC accuses PM Modi of violating model code of conduct by using public funds for campaigning.

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Morning Digest | Biggest beneficiaries of electoral bonds claim inability to reveal donor names; RCB end 16-year wait for title beating DC to grab WPL title, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 18, 2024

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On the ballot: On the general election to the 18th Lok Sabha

In the election to the 18th Lok Sabha, the Election Commission of India has a difficult job in ensuring that the poll process is not only fair but also seen as such

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Punjab police fully geared up to ensure free, fair and peaceful Lok Sabha polls: DGP Gaurav Yadav

A day after the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the dates for the General Elections 2024, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav said on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Dharwad district administration all set for polls

With the Election Commission of India announcing the poll dates and Model Code of Conduct coming into force, the Dharwad district administration is all set to hold the poll process in free and fair manner.

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More than 20 lakh eligible to vote in April 26 elections to Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency

Mysuru Lok Sabha elections on April 26 with 20,72,337 voters, including special arrangements for disabled and senior citizens.

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What is Model Code of Conduct, and what are the penalties for violation? | Explained

Lok Sabha elections dates: What is the Model Code of Conduct? Who has to follow it? What are the guidelines? What happens if violated?

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