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Polling for 17 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana peaceful; voter turnout close to 70%

The huge turnout of voters likely to be close to 70% has left the three main contenders, ruling Congress, the BRS and BJP guessing about the prospects of their respective candidates.

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Campaign bells fall silent, all set for Telangana polls on May 13

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Case booked against Amit Shah, Kishan Reddy for violating poll code

The complaint was sent by TPCC senior vice-president G. Niranjan to the Election Commission Coordination Committee via an e-mail which was also sent to Telangana Chief Electoral Officer Vikas Raj.

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Over 7,000 election-related cases filed, material worth ₹210 crore seized, says CEO

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Complaints on ‘fake videos’ circulating in social media referred to ECI, says Telangana CEO

Telangana CEO refers complaints of fake videos to Election Commission of India amid political controversy over doctored content.

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Election authority educating parties on MCC provisions: CEO

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9,900 sensitive polling stations identified in Telangana

Telangana's Chief Electoral Officer identifies 9,900 sensitive polling stations for Lok Sabha elections. Election authority contemplating central forces deployment, micro observers or webcasting voting process for smooth conduct of polls in sensitive booths.

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Governor dissolves the TS Legislative Assembly

Gov. Tamilisai Soundararajan dissolves Telangana Assembly after ECI declares model code of conduct over. Gov. orders dissolution in exercise of powers under Article 174(2)(b) of Constitution. ECI issues notification declaring model code of conduct over after Chief Electoral Officer Vikas Raj hands over list of elected representatives from 119 constituencies.

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CEO rules out bogus voting, final polling pegged at 71.34%

CE Vikas Raj refutes bogus voting attributions; clarified that voting extended up to 9.30pm in several polling stations. 13K cases filed for MCC violations; record number of postal ballots used. 71.34% polling in Telangana, 47.88% in Hyderabad. 33 counting centres, 1,766 counting tables set up for Dec 3. Tabulation of…

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Telangana Chief Electoral Officer Vikas Raj says complaints received against leaders

Chief Electoral Officer Vikas Raj has said that his office received complaints against the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K. Kavitha and other political leaders, which have been referred to the DEO concerned seeking their reports.

The Hindu

Bugle sounded, silent period starts in Telangana

Bugle sounded, silent period starts in TS

The Hindu

CEO asks Labour Commissioner to ensure holiday on polling day

Chief Electoral Officer Vikas Raj directs Labour Commissioner to verify if IT companies granted holiday on November 30 for Telangana Assembly Elections 2023. Hyderabad District Collector orders schools to stay shut on Nov 29 and 30.

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‘Yet to receive KTRs explanation on MCC violation notice’

Mr.Rama Rao on November 20, as per ECI, had used T-Works, Raidurgam, a government institution for political activities and combining official visit with political/private purpose and violated the model code.

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Preparations in full swing for Telangana State elections: CEO Vikas Raj

About 23,500 home guards from Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh will join 45,000 personnel from Telangana police.

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No claimants for ₹699 crore cash and valuables seized, says Chief Electoral Officer

No political party has claimed ₹699cr seized in Hyderabad. 10,106 cases registered. 86% voter slips distributed. 32,730 personnel availed postal ballot. 55,779 ballot units for 35,655 polling stations. 40,000 State police, 25,000 from neighbouring States, 375 companies of central police forces deployed. CEC yet to respond to State govt's request.

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CEO sets up integrated command and control centre for monitoring MCC violations in Telangana

CEO Vikas Raj has set up a command control centre to monitor election process and MCC violations. The facility integrates latest tech and will review ground situation in all 119 constituencies. Control room will monitor seizures, code violations, complaints, inter-state borders and more.

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Election officials register 256 FIRs for model code violations

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CEO completes onboarding of officials to monitor ESMS implementation

Telangana's Chief Electoral Officer Vikas Raj has onboarded officials to monitor election expenditure for the upcoming assembly elections. The Election Commission of India has developed an Election Seizure Management System (ESMS) App to digitise data of seized items. Over 20 enforcement agencies have deployed their teams to monitor cash, liquor,…

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Election Code robs trade of glitter in Telangana amid upcoming polls

The Election Commission of India has set up a 24x7 control room in Hyderabad to monitor the seizures and to address grievances. Enforcement of poll code disrupts businesses in Telangana; ₹340.11 crore seized incl. gold, cash, liquor.

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CEO dissatisfied with gaps in arrangements for conduct of elections

CEO Vikas Raj expresses dissatisfaction over gaps in arrangements for hassle-free Assembly elections. He draws attention to complaints from people and political parties. He asks officials to convene meetings of district grievances committees to resolve genuine cases. DGP stresses need for confidence building measures and visibility of police.

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Poll panel seeks report on BRS party activity in Pragati Bhavan

ECI takes serious note of Cong's complaint that CM KCR's official residence & camp office used for party activities, violating poll code. CEO Vikas Raj asked DEO to submit report on the issue. B-forms given to BRS party candidates in Pragati Bhavan last month.

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Seizure of cash, liquor and other freebies cross ₹130 crore in nine days of announcement of Assembly poll schedule

Cash, liquor and valuables worth Rs. 110 Cr seized in less than 10 days of announcement of Telangana Assembly Elections-2023. This is almost equal to the total seizures in 2018 polls and more than 2014 elections. Total seizures in 2018 polls valued at Rs. 111 crore and Rs. 76 crore…

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Telangana Chief Electoral Officer assures to look into genuine complaints filed by political parties

The CEO reiterated his commitment to extend necessary cooperation to the political parties for conducting free and fair elections.

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Election Commission to assess poll preparedness in Telangana with three-day visit

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to embark on a visit to Telangana, commencing on October 3. CEO Vikas Raj announced this visit, spanning three days, aimed at engaging with various stakeholders, evaluating poll readiness and fostering community interaction. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Telangana Chief Electoral Officer calls for speeding up process for issue of EPIC cards

He wanted the officials concerned to focus on pending applications received regarding enrolment, change of address and other issues.

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