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BJP supports Gyanesh Kumar amid reports of disagreement in Election Commission
BJP has expressed support for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar following reports of internal disagreement within the Election Commission regarding the electoral roll revision process.
Background of Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi
Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi are in the news following reports of internal disagreements regarding electoral roll revisions.
Internal dissent grows within Election Commission of India
Two election commissioners have officially recorded 14 objections to the Chief Election Commissioner's decisions over the past 10 months, raising concerns about the autonomy of the Election Commission of India.
Congress alleges irregularities in Bihar voter list revision
The Congress party has alleged irregularities in Bihar's voter list, claiming voter deletions in certain constituencies surpass previous election victory margins.
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi labels potential election rigging as treason
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stated that if the Chief Election Commissioner knowingly permits election rigging, it constitutes treason.
KTR urges SC to take suo motu cognizance of ECI functioning
K.T. Rama Rao has requested the Supreme Court to initiate an investigation into the Election Commission of India due to concerns regarding its impartiality.
Biennial polls for five Maharashtra MLC seats to be held on Oct 23
The Election Commission of India has scheduled biennial elections for five Maharashtra Legislative Council seats on October 23.
No elections should be held under CEC Gyanesh Kumar, says Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav demanded the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, citing alleged bias and internal dissent within the Election Commission.
Mamata demands re-election in states, arrest of CEC
Mamata Banerjee and Uddhav Thackeray demand the arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar following allegations of electoral misconduct.
Owaisi opens alliance door in UP; Congress warns AIMIM could help BJP
Congress leader Imran Masood has warned that Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM party could inadvertently benefit the BJP in upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections, despite Owaisi's recent openness to an anti-BJP alliance.
Election Commission Denies Reports of Dissent Among Commissioners on Voter List Revision
The Election Commission of India denied reports of formal internal dissent among election commissioners regarding Special Intensive Revision of voter lists.
BJP Defends Election Commission Amid Ongoing Controversy Over Internal Splits
BJP lawmaker Sambit Patra defended the Election Commission's internal deliberation process while accusing the Congress party of undermining constitutional institutions.
BJP criticizes opposition for making baseless allegations against Election Commission
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra criticized opposition parties for questioning the Election Commission of India's impartiality.
Sanjay Bhatia appointed as new BJP Rajasthan in-charge
The Bharatiya Janata Party has appointed Sanjay Bhatia as its new Rajasthan state in-charge, while Kavita Patidar and Kuljeet Chahal were named co-in-charges.
Opposition demands Gyanesh Kumar resignation over Election Commission internal disagreements
Opposition leaders are calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar following reports of internal disagreements within the Election Commission of India.
How are tribunals working to restore names in West Bengal voter list
Appellate tribunals in West Bengal are struggling to process millions of appeals from voters excluded from electoral rolls.
Scrap SIR, poll commissioners raised valid issues: Ex-commissioner Ashok Lavasa
Former Election Commissioner Ashok Lavasa calls for the scrapping of the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program's current structure, citing valid concerns raised by commissioners.
Unanimous Decisions Of Full Commission: Election Body On Dissent Report
The Election Commission of India has responded to reports of dissent within the organization.
Election Commission Issues Statement Amid Reports Of Internal Disagreements
The Election Commission of India has issued a statement regarding reports of internal disagreements among its commissioners.
Assault on democracy: Priyanka Gandhi accuses EC
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has accused the Election Commission of India of undermining democracy.
Political tussle intensifies over 10 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh
Elections are approaching for 10 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh as current terms expire on November 25.
Election Commission says key decisions were unanimous despite internal objections
The Election Commission of India has defended its decision-making process following reports of internal objections raised by election commissioners.
Differing views are normal but decisions are unanimous: Election Commission
The Election Commission of India denies reports of internal disagreement regarding the Special Intensive Regulation process.
Udit Raj criticizes Iqra Hasan to please her leader
Congress leader Udit Raj commented on Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan amid ongoing seat-sharing discussions between the two parties for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
Rahul Gandhi levels treason charge against Election Commission
Rahul Gandhi accuses the Election Commission of treason following reports of internal disagreements regarding electoral roll revisions.
Election Commission denies internal rift over decision making
The Election Commission of India denied reports of internal conflict among commissioners, stating that differing viewpoints are a routine part of its operational process.
Election Commission addresses opposition claims about internal differences
The Election Commission of India stated that internal differences in opinion are normal and decisions are made collectively.
Election Commission releases statement on alleged internal disagreements
The Election Commission of India has responded to reports regarding alleged internal disagreements over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
Congress Attacks Poll Body After Alleged Dissent Report
Rahul Gandhi accuses the Election Commission of India of election rigging.
Why the 2026 US midterm elections matter more than ever for Trump
The upcoming 2026 US midterm elections are pivotal for Donald Trump's legislative agenda during the final two years of his term as the US military conflict with Iran continues.