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National Governance & Policy 14 Nov 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Adds 8.19 Lakh Voters, Electorate Climbs to 5.48 Crore

Madhya Pradesh’s registered electorate has risen sharply to 5,47,99,628 after the addition of 8.19 lakh voters since the final Special Intensive Revision roll, underscoring the scale of electoral expansion in one of India’s largest states. The updated list now includes 2,82,85,144 men, 2,65,13,547 women and 937 transgender electors, reflecting both demographic growth and the continuing administrative task of keeping voter rolls current.

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National Governance & Policy12 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Anti-SIR Platform Calls for Mass Agitation from November 26 to December 20

A coalition opposing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has announced a month-long campaign of demonstrations, voter-list audits and public hearings beginning on Constitution Day and running through December 20. The platform says the Election Commission of India’s recent concessions are insufficient, insisting that the exercise be scrapped and that the Chief Election Commissioner be removed.

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National Governance & Policy05 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Election Commission Launches Special Roll Revision in Four States and Two Union Territories

The Election Commission of India has announced a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls across four states and two Union Territories, in a move aimed at widening voter registration ahead of the next electoral cycle. The annual exercise is designed to bring in eligible citizens, especially young and first-time voters, while also allowing advance enrolment for those who will qualify on key dates in 2027.

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National Governance & Policy04 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Karnataka Voter Roll Audit Flags Duplicate EPIC Numbers Across Constituencies

A special intensive revision of Karnataka’s electoral rolls has surfaced cases of voters holding multiple voter IDs and, in some instances, the same EPIC number appearing in two different constituencies. The findings have intensified scrutiny of the voter database ahead of future electoral exercises, raising questions about roll integrity, field verification, and the reliability of identity records used in India’s voting system.

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World Politics & Diplomacy02 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Thousands Rally in New Delhi as Opposition Demands India’s Election Chief Resign

Thousands of opposition supporters gathered in New Delhi on Monday in one of the largest recent demonstrations against India’s election authorities, demanding the resignation of the chief election commissioner amid allegations of bias and concerns over voter roll revisions. The rally, led by the Congress party and allied INDIA bloc partners, has sharpened the political confrontation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government ahead of key electoral battles.

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National Governance & Policy29 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Abhishek Banerjee Seeks Restoration of West Bengal’s Elected Government After Supreme Court’s SIR Remarks

Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday sharpened his attack on the Centre and the Election Commission after the Supreme Court said it had not yet ruled on the legality of using a “logical discrepancy” category to examine voter details during the Special Intensive Revision. He argued that the observations strengthen the case for restoring what he described as West Bengal’s elected government, framing the issue as one of democratic legitimacy and institutional overreach.

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National Governance & Policy27 Oct 2026, 05:01 PM IST

Karnataka Final Electoral Roll Published After Special Intensive Revision, Removing Over 99 Lakh Names

Karnataka has published its final electoral roll after completing the Special Intensive Revision, a sweeping exercise that removed more than 99.32 lakh names from the voter list. The revision marks one of the most consequential clean-up drives in the state’s electoral administration, with implications for voter verification, inclusion, and the integrity of the rolls ahead of future polls.

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National Governance & Policy27 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Karnataka’s Final Electoral Roll Due on October 27 as Net Additions Stay Minimal

Karnataka’s special intensive revision of the electoral roll is set to culminate in the publication of the final list on October 27, with the state expected to have about 4.54 crore voters after nearly one crore names were removed during the exercise. The scale of deletions, paired with only modest net additions, underscores the administrative intensity of the revision and its likely significance for voter verification ahead of future elections.

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National Governance & Policy25 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Poll Body Orders Re-Poll at Three Stations in Agra Teachers MLC Seat After Allegations of Harassment

The election authorities have ordered a re-poll at three polling stations under the Agra Teachers constituency of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council after complaints of irregularities and alleged harassment of voters and supporters. The move comes amid heightened political tension, with Samajwadi Party candidate Akash Agarwal alleging that his supporters were subjected to extreme pressure during the voting process.

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National Governance & Policy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Delhi Protest Leaders’ Judicial Custody Extended as Court Keeps Pressure on CJP Case

A Delhi court on Tuesday extended the judicial custody of CJP leaders by two days after their detention in connection with a protest near the Election Commission. The group, along with other CJP workers, had displayed the national flag at the site and raised slogans against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar before being detained and placed under preventive arrest.

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National Governance & Policy17 Oct 2026, 02:01 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi Says CEC, Modi Government Will Fall as Opposition Escalates Democracy Charge

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday sharpened his attack on the Centre and the Election Commission, saying the “repair of democracy” would begin once Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Modi government were gone. His remarks came a day after he told INDIA bloc MPs that the government would fall if the Opposition sustained its campaign.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 06:04 AM IST

Sharmila Reiterates Demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over Election Commission Transparency Concerns

Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president Y. S. Sharmila has renewed her call for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign, accusing the Election Commission of India of taking unilateral decisions that undermine transparency and collective accountability. Her remarks add to growing political scrutiny of the poll body at a time when questions over institutional independence and procedural openness are drawing sharper attention.

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India Entertainment & Culture15 Oct 2026, 02:19 PM IST

Actor Imran Khan Issued Notice, Told to Leave India by October 28 After Anti-CEC Protest

Actor Imran Khan has been issued a notice and asked to leave India by October 28 after authorities initiated action under Section 7 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, senior officials told The Hindu. The move follows his participation in an anti-CEC protest at Mumbai’s August Kranti Maidan on October 10, where demonstrators demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 09:11 AM IST

Supreme Court to Hear Rahul Gandhi and Opposition Plea on October 15 Over CEC Gyanesh Kumar and SIR

The Supreme Court is set to hear on October 15 a petition filed by Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition leaders challenging Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision process. The plea seeks disclosure of the Election Commissioners’ objections related to the SIR, placing the electoral review exercise under fresh judicial scrutiny. The case has sharpened the debate over transparency, voter roll integrity, and the Election Commission’s internal decision-making.

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National Governance & Policy08 Oct 2026, 02:30 PM IST

FIR Filed Against Vijayapura MLA Over Alleged False Death Certificate Claims in Voter Roll Drive

Police in Karnataka’s Vijayapura district have registered an FIR against a local MLA and a Booth Level Agent after a complainant alleged that he was falsely declared dead and targeted for deletion from the electoral rolls during the Special Intensive Revision. The case has sharpened scrutiny of voter verification practices, raising questions about due process, accountability, and the integrity of the revision exercise.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 04:05 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi Detained as India’s Opposition Escalates Voter Roll Protest

Indian police briefly detained opposition leader Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi on Monday as lawmakers intensified protests over alleged irregularities in the country’s voter rolls and the conduct of the election authority. The confrontation has sharpened a broader political fight over electoral integrity, institutional independence and the limits of dissent in the world’s largest democracy.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance07 Oct 2026, 08:20 PM IST

IndusInd Bank CEO Rajiv Anand Says His Name Is ‘Unmapped’ From Voter Roll

IndusInd Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Rajiv Anand said he has been informed that his name is unmapped from the electoral roll, even though he holds valid identification documents including a voter ID and Aadhaar card. The development comes as the Election Commission carries out a Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, with extended deadlines for claims and corrections in Delhi and Maharashtra.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 08:20 PM IST

West Bengal CEO Says Eligible Deleted Voters Can Restore Names Through Form 6

The West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer has said voters whose names were deleted from the rolls, but who remain eligible, can seek restoration by applying through Form 6. The CEO office has also placed the ASDD list online so citizens can check whether their names were affected, as the move draws political criticism from the Trinamool Congress.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 04:35 PM IST

INDIA Bloc MPs Head to Jantar Mantar as CEC Row Escalates Over Gyanesh Kumar

Members of the INDIA bloc are moving to Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to press for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, turning an institutional dispute into a high-stakes political confrontation. Security has been significantly tightened across Lutyens' Delhi, with central New Delhi taking on a fortified appearance ahead of the protest.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 04:14 PM IST

CEC Row Escalates as CJP Warns of Prolonged Agitation Ahead of October 10 Protest

The Citizens for Justice and Peace has sharpened its campaign against the proposed Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls and the current framework for appointing Election Commissioners, saying the agitation will continue until both issues are reversed or reformed. Ahead of the October 10 protest, the group said the fight would be long and difficult, signalling a sustained pressure campaign on the Election Commission and the government.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 09:46 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi, Congress Leaders Released After Detention in CEC Protest at Akashvani Bhawan

Rahul Gandhi and several senior Congress leaders were released after being detained during a sit-in protest inside Akashvani Bhawan in New Delhi, where they had sought a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The detention followed a tense confrontation over the party’s objections to the Election Commission’s handling of electoral concerns, turning a procedural dispute into a fresh flashpoint between the opposition and the poll body.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance06 Oct 2026, 11:01 PM IST

IndusInd Bank CEO Rajiv Anand Says His Name Has Been ‘Unmapped’ From Voter Roll

IndusInd Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Rajiv Anand said he has been informed that his name has been unmapped from the electoral roll, despite holding valid voter identification and Aadhaar. His remarks come as the Election Commission carries out a Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, with extended deadlines for claims in Delhi and Maharashtra.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 11:00 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Byelections See Heavy Turnout in Madurantakam and Dharapuram Despite Booth-Level Disruptions

Tamil Nadu’s byelections in Madurantakam and Dharapuram drew strong voter participation, with turnout reaching 86.26% and 80.3% respectively by the close of polling. The process was not entirely smooth: voting was halted at one booth in Dharapuram, while technical glitches in electronic voting machines were reported at two polling stations in Madurantakam.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 07:44 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi Leads Sit-In at Akashvani Bhawan as CEC Row Escalates in New Delhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Opposition MPs began a sit-in protest inside Akashvani Bhawan on Tuesday evening, intensifying a confrontation with the Election Commission of India over demands for a meeting on alleged electoral concerns. The protest followed Gandhi’s sharp criticism that the poll body had not agreed to meet Opposition representatives, while Election Commission sources said no request for such a meeting had been received.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 07:11 PM IST

DMK Seeks Election Commission Action Against TVK Candidate Over Alleged Expenditure Breach

The DMK has moved the Election Commission of India seeking action against a TVK candidate from Dharapuram over an alleged violation of poll expenditure rules. The complaint, filed by DMK MLA S. Austin with Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik at the Secretariat in Chennai, adds a fresh compliance dispute to the election campaign in Tamil Nadu.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 12:55 PM IST

Byelections 2026: Arrest, EVM Allegations and Booth Tensions Mark a Fraught Polling Day

Polling in the byelections has been overshadowed by a sharp escalation in political tensions, with AJUP chief Humayun Kabir arrested and the Bengal Congress alleging irregularities involving EVMs and voter intimidation in Nandigram. Separately, election authorities are also examining a complaint over TVK polling agents displaying party symbols and portraits near a booth in Tamil Nadu, raising fresh questions about compliance with campaign rules.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 12:13 PM IST

Former Bureaucrats, Activists Demand Removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Cite Loss of Public Trust

A delegation of former civil servants, activists and public figures on Tuesday sought to deliver what they described as a “public impeachment notice” to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of losing public trust and failing to uphold the credibility of the Election Commission of India. Heavy police barricading prevented the group from reaching the poll body’s office in New Delhi, underscoring the political and institutional sensitivity surrounding the protest.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 09:55 AM IST

19,000 West Bengal Voters Face By-Poll Disenfranchisement as Election Appeals Stall in Tribunals

Nearly 19,000 voters in West Bengal are set to miss the upcoming bypolls because their appeals remain pending before election tribunals, underscoring a widening administrative bottleneck in the state’s electoral dispute system. Of the 19 Appellate Tribunals created by the Election Commission in March, only 16 are currently functional after three retired judges resigned over operational concerns, leaving their posts vacant.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 07:25 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi Alleges CEC Gyanesh Kumar Changed Form 6 'Illegally' During SIR

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of altering Form 6 illegally during the Special Intensive Revision process, escalating the Opposition’s attack on the Election Commission. The Congress also alleged that the CEC had betrayed the Constitution in letter and spirit at the behest of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, sharpening the political confrontation over the integrity of India’s electoral machinery.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 02:34 AM IST

Tamil Nadu byelections: Why only two of seven vacant seats will vote on October 6

Tamil Nadu has seven vacant Assembly constituencies, but only Madurantakam and Dharapuram are scheduled to go to polls on October 6, 2026. The limited bypoll schedule reflects the Election Commission’s selective notification process, leaving the remaining vacancies outside this round for now.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 01:52 AM IST

High Court Seeks Clear Instructions From Election Commission on SIR Procedures

The High Court has asked the Election Commission of India to issue clear instructions on Special Intensive Revision procedures, underscoring the need for administrative clarity in a process central to electoral roll accuracy. The move comes amid growing scrutiny over how voter list revisions are implemented and communicated across jurisdictions.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition06 Oct 2026, 08:20 PM IST

Inca Ritual Evidence Suggests Llamas Were Dressed, Painted, and Possibly Buried Alive in Elite Offerings

New archaeological reporting is sharpening the picture of how the Inca used llamas in state ritual, suggesting the animals were adorned with tassels and face paint before being sacrificed in high-status ceremonies. The findings add a stark human and environmental dimension to the study of Andean power, revealing how religion, politics, and animal use were tightly bound in the imperial world.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition06 Oct 2026, 04:59 PM IST

Museum Fish Discovery Fills a 50-Million-Year Evolutionary Gap

A fish specimen long overlooked in a museum drawer for roughly 150 years has been identified as a crucial fossil that helps bridge a 50-million-year gap in the evolutionary record. The find underscores how climate-era biodiversity research increasingly depends on historical collections, where overlooked specimens can still reshape scientific understanding.

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Global Economy & Central Banks06 Oct 2026, 02:44 PM IST

GM Signals Hybrid Pivot as Demand Stays Strong

General Motors says it is preparing to bring more hybrid vehicles to market, acknowledging that customer demand is shifting faster than some automakers expected. The move underscores a broader industry recalibration as buyers continue to favor hybrids for their lower fuel costs and reduced range anxiety, even as the long-term transition to fully electric vehicles remains intact.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition06 Oct 2026, 07:25 AM IST

Study Reframes the Brain as Two Distinct Systems, Opening New Paths for Disease Research

A new Stanford-led study is challenging a long-held assumption in neuroscience by arguing that the human brain may be better understood as two distinct systems rather than a single unified organ. The finding could reshape how researchers think about development, cognition, and diseases that affect one brain system more than the other.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 11:45 PM IST

Former Bureaucrats, Activists Demand Removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Citing Loss of Public Trust

A delegation of former civil servants, activists and public figures on Tuesday attempted to submit what they described as a “public impeachment notice” against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of eroding confidence in the Election Commission of India. Heavy police barricading prevented the group from reaching the ECI headquarters in New Delhi, turning the protest into a sharp confrontation over institutional accountability and electoral credibility.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance05 Oct 2026, 08:07 PM IST

IndusInd Bank CEO Rajiv Anand Says Name Was ‘Unmapped’ From Voter Roll

IndusInd Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Rajiv Anand said he was informed that his name had been unmapped from the electoral roll, even though he holds valid identity documents including a voter ID and Aadhaar card. The episode comes amid the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, which has led to extended deadlines for claims in Delhi and Maharashtra.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 05:34 PM IST

Telangana Congress Seva Dal Holds Satyagraha, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over Voter Rights Concerns

The Telangana Pradesh Congress Seva Dal on Friday organised a satyagraha, intensifying its attack on the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision exercise and demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. State Seva Dal president Middela Jitender said the exercise undermined citizens’ voting rights and posed a serious threat to the democratic process.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning05 Oct 2026, 03:42 AM IST

Blackstone’s Jas Khaira to Spotlight the Next Wave of AI Builders at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Blackstone’s Jas Khaira is set to take the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, where the discussion is expected to focus on how the next generation of AI companies will be financed, scaled, and differentiated in an increasingly crowded market. The appearance underscores how frontier AI has moved from a niche technical pursuit to a mainstream strategic priority for major investors and operators.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 10:46 PM IST

Naidu, Sitharaman Unveil Rayalaseema Horticulture Push as Anant Ambani Pledges ₹1 Lakh Crore for Biogas in Andhra

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched a major horticulture and agri-processing push for drought-prone Rayalaseema, framing the region as a future global fruit bowl. Separately, Reliance Industries, through Anant Ambani, announced a ₹1 lakh crore commitment for biogas plants in the state, adding a large private-sector energy and rural development dimension to the day’s announcements.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 10:24 PM IST

Pratirodha Rally in Dharwad Targets ‘Fascist Forces’ in Sharp Political Warning

A Pratirodha rally in Dharwad has emerged as a pointed political signal against what organisers described as “fascist forces,” underscoring rising ideological confrontation in Karnataka’s public sphere. The event, framed as a resistance mobilisation, reflects the deepening contest over democratic space, civil liberties, and the language of opposition politics in India.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance04 Oct 2026, 04:44 PM IST

RBI Weighs Anup Bagchi for HDFC Bank Top Job, Seeks Regulator and Peer Feedback

The Reserve Bank of India is actively assessing Anup Bagchi as a potential chief executive for HDFC Bank and has sought views from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India and ICICI Bank on his candidature, according to people familiar with the matter. The review reflects regulatory caution over Bagchi’s three-year gap from mainstream banking, even as HDFC Bank has proposed Kaizad Bharucha for the role, a move that would require changes to existing tenure norms.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 02:39 PM IST

ECI to Launch Special Drive to Enrol Left-Out Electors in Villupuram

The Election Commission of India will conduct a special enrolment drive in Villupuram to bring left-out voters into the electoral roll, according to District Election Officer and Collector Sheik Abdul Rahman. The initiative comes with a procedural clarification: the Declaration Form attached to Form 6 will be used only during the Special Summary Revision phase, while other periods will follow the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 12:32 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi Launches 'Satyagraha' Platform as Opposition Escalates Fight Against Electoral Roll Drive

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday launched a digital platform called 'Satyagraha' as the Opposition intensified its campaign against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, framing the exercise as a threat to democratic participation. The move comes amid a sharper political offensive by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, who demanded the dissolution of the Lok Sabha and state assemblies while describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several chief ministers as illegitimate occupants of office.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 11:09 AM IST

TVK Formally Enters INDIA Bloc, Plans Joint Protests Against BJP and Election Commission

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has formally aligned itself with the INDIA bloc, marking a significant political move in Tamil Nadu’s opposition landscape. At the same meeting, the alliance decided to organise “Save Democracy” protests at district headquarters across the state on October 13 and 14, signalling a coordinated escalation against the BJP and the Election Commission.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 10:07 AM IST

AISA President Neha Bora, Prashant Bhushan Among 150 Detained in Delhi Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Around 150 protesters, including AISA president Neha Bora, senior advocate Prashant Bhushan and other prominent lawyers and activists, were detained in New Delhi during a demonstration against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protest drew a cross-section of student leaders, legal activists and public intellectuals, underscoring rising scrutiny over electoral governance and the conduct of the Election Commission.

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India Entertainment & Culture04 Oct 2026, 05:09 AM IST

‘Primetime’ Review: Robert Pattinson Is Fiendishly Good in Lance Oppenheim’s Savage Take on Televised Virtue

Lance Oppenheim’s ‘Primetime’ is a sharp, unsettling and darkly funny excavation of the media machinery that packages morality as entertainment. Anchored by a ferocious Robert Pattinson performance, the film turns its gaze back on the systems and personalities that profit from public confession, spectacle and manufactured sincerity.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 04:49 AM IST

A.P. Congress Chief Accuses CEC of Bias, Demands Probe Into Alleged Voter Deletions

Andhra Pradesh Congress chief Y.S. Sharmila has accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of bias and called for an independent probe into alleged deletions from voter rolls. The charge adds fresh pressure on the Election Commission at a sensitive moment for India’s electoral administration, where questions over roll integrity and institutional neutrality are drawing sharper scrutiny.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 02:23 AM IST

BJP Accuses Congress of Habitual Mandate Insult as Chouhan Defends Poll Institutions

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday accused the Congress of repeatedly undermining public mandates, after senior leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan said Mallikarjun Kharge had attacked constitutional institutions by questioning the integrity of the Election Commission and electronic voting machines. Chouhan defended the appointment process of Election Commissioners and said the BJP had full faith in India’s electoral system. The exchange adds to a long-running political clash over the credibility of election machinery, with the BJP portraying Congress criticism as an assault on democratic institutions and the Opposition framing its concerns as demands for greater transparency.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 09:59 PM IST

Protests Intensify Across India as Pressure Mounts on Election Chief

Protests have widened across India as demonstrators demand the resignation of the country’s election chief over disputed voter-roll changes and allegations of electoral bias. The unrest has sharpened scrutiny of India’s democratic institutions, with authorities facing criticism over their response to the growing movement.

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