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An advocate alleges that M.K. Stalin suppressed details about the DMK Charitable Trust in his election affidavit. The plea, filed in the Madras High Court, seeks an inquiry by the Election Commission of India.

The Forum for Electoral Integrity has urged the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to investigate alleged discriminatory voter deletions under the Election Commission of India's (ECI) SIR exercise. The request focuses on concerns about the fairness of voter list updates during the SIR process.

A Bihar BJP delegation met with the Election Commission of India (ECI) to file a complaint regarding alleged violations in the Bankipur byelection, including excessive expenditure by Prashant Kishor, use of shell companies, and voter influence via fake social media accounts and bot networks.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) extended the deadline for Ritabrata's faction of Trinamool to file a response until July 25 after they requested additional time. Mamata's faction has criticized the ECI for granting this further extension.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) revised Telangana's Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SIR) schedule, extending Booth Level Officers' (BLO) house-to-house visits from July 24 to August 3.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the Survey of India (SIR) in Andhra Pradesh, with enumeration concluding on July 24 and the final electoral roll published on October 3. The draft electoral roll will be published on July 31, 2026, followed by a claims and objections period from July 31 to August 30, 2026, and their disposal until September 28, 2026.

Kavitha’s Telangana Rakshana Sena is defending its party name against rejection by the Election Commission of India (ECI), seeking a personal hearing. The party cites examples of similar names like 'Aam Aadmi', 'Praja Sena/Praja Seva', and 'Republican Party' to argue that name similarity alone cannot justify rejection.

The Election Commission of India has established a detailed procedure for vote counting in counting centres across constituencies. The process is described as elaborate and standardized nationwide.

The by-election in Datia was announced by the Election Commission of India on July 7, with polling scheduled for July 30 and vote counting on August 3. The BJP fielded Ashutosh Tiwari as its candidate instead of Narottam Mishra, and the last date to file nominations is July 13.

BRS has requested the Election Commission of India (ECI) to implement Aadhaar verification in the System for Implementation of Registration (SIR) to ensure accurate electoral rolls.

The Deputy Election Commissioner emphasized that no eligible voter should be excluded in the SIR process. The Election Commission of India is reviewing the Mandya voter roll revision, highlighting the need for transparency.

The Karnataka CEO has denied allegations of a 'mass SIR' (Special Inclusion Request) charge and stated that the roll revision process is proceeding in accordance with Election Commission of India (ECI) guidelines.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has notified objections to the TRS acronym used by Kavitha's party and requested a new name. Kavitha responded to the two objections and asked for details of all objections raised against her party.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has the discretion to announce bypolls within six months of a seat becoming vacant. At least 14 Assembly and six Parliamentary seats remain vacant as the ECI has only scheduled bypolls for three. Congress criticizes the ECI for rushing the Datia bypoll amid an ongoing case regarding an MLA's disqualification, while in Milkipur, the Opposition accuses the ECI of delaying tactics to benefit the BJP.

The Election Commission of India announced bypolls in Datia, Madhya Pradesh, along with one Assembly seat each in Bihar and Gujarat, set for July 30. Congress has criticized the announcement of the Datia byelection.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the Manjalpur Assembly byelection in Gujarat to be held on July 30. The seat became vacant following the death of BJP MLA Yogesh Patel on June 2 after a prolonged illness.

The Kerala High Court directed the Law Secretary and Cabinet Secretary to appear unless progress is made on the draft anti-ragging amendment Bill, which has been pending for over a year. The Election Commission of India had approved a Cabinet meeting to finalize the draft during Kerala Assembly elections, and the new State government was given three weeks to act on the Bill starting June 10.

CPI(M) has requested the Election Commission of India to extend the SIR process deadline. The party cites insufficient voter awareness and incomplete distribution of application forms by Booth Level Officers as reasons for the extension.

The Telangana High Court has directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to consider using Urdu forms in the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SIR) exercise. A social worker from Karimnagar district petitioned the court, challenging the exclusive use of Telugu in enumeration forms.

The Telangana High Court has requested the Election Commission of India (ECI) to respond regarding the issuance of enumeration forms exclusively in Telugu. The court's action addresses concerns about language accessibility in electoral processes.

Congress is advocating for the right to vote to be recognized as a fundamental right to ensure judicial protection. The party criticized the Election Commission of India (ECI) for its 'blatantly partisan functioning' under PM Modi and Amit Shah.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) will start a house-to-house electoral roll revision on June 15. Electors can also use an online form to update their details.

Andhra Pradesh Congress condemns the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination, alleging the Election Commission of India (ECI) applied double standards. Party leaders claim a Jharkhand candidate was given 24 hours to rectify paperwork while Ms. Natarajan received no such opportunity.

Sharmila, the APCC president, accuses the Election Commission of India (ECI) of acting in the BJP's interest by rejecting Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination. She claims this rejection demonstrates constitutional bodies being used for political purposes.

A Congress delegation met the Election Commission of India (ECI) to discuss the rejection of Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination for the Rajya Sabha. Abhishek Singhvi stated she received only a court notice on a private complaint regarding whether cognisance should be taken.

The Madras High Court ordered the Election Commission of India (ECI) to provide certified copies of Udhayanidhi Stalin’s nomination papers to defeated candidate P. Milany, who sought them to challenge the election of the returned candidate.

Central and State law-enforcement agencies are collaborating with the Election Commission of India to identify foreign nationals who may have voted in the T.N. Assembly election. Investigators are working with the Bureau of Immigration to track those who arrived before the election and left within two to three days of polling.

India's welfare politics is no longer a guaranteed winning strategy in elections, as voters now prioritize jobs, growth, and dignity alongside welfare. The shift in voter priorities suggests a more nuanced approach to governance is needed. Welfare still matters, but it is not the sole deciding factor.