Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav has voiced strong criticism against the Election Commission of India (ECI), alleging partiality in the recent Milkipur by-election. Yadav’s remarks underscore his dissatisfaction with the electoral body’s conduct during the poll.

The Election Commission of India has announced a complete ban on conducting and publicizing exit polls on February 5, 2025, coinciding with the Delhi Assembly elections. The directive is aimed at ensuring a free and fair electoral process by preventing undue influence on voter behavior. Duration and Scope of the Ban The restriction will be […]

The Election Commission has issued a notice to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal, requesting substantiation for his recent claims that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Haryana government deliberately contaminated the Yamuna River, thereby endangering Delhi’s water supply. The Commission has asked Kejriwal to provide “evidentiary support”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has come forward to commend the Election Commission of India (ECI) for its impartiality and effective functioning. His statement comes amid growing criticism from opposition parties questioning the poll panel’s autonomy and recent decisions. The Election Commission, often at the center of political debates, has been under scrutiny for its

The Election Commission of India is set to reveal the schedule for the Delhi Assembly elections today, marking the start of a highly anticipated electoral battle. Key political players, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), and the Indian National Congress (INC), are gearing up for a heated contest to claim […]

India’s GST Council has found itself in yet another snack-sized controversy. This time, it’s over popcorn—a delightful, humble treat that has now been dissected, categorized, and taxed to the point of absurdity. Under the new rules, plain salted popcorn gets a 5% GST, branded varieties jump to 12%, and caramel popcorn—a supposed sinful luxury—sits at […]

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has firmly dismissed allegations raised by the Congress party about discrepancies in election-related processes. The Commission has reiterated its adherence to constitutional mandates and operational transparency. Congress’ Allegations Congress had recently alleged irregularities in certain electoral procedures, raising concerns about

The Election Commission of India (EC) has issued a strong warning to political leaders regarding derogatory comments directed at women. This comes after Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Arvind Sawant’s controversial remarks about BJP candidate Shaina NC sparked a political row. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar emphasized that the EC would take strict action against any

In a significant move ahead of Maharashtra’s Assembly elections, the Election Commission has ordered the transfer of Maharashtra’s Director General of Police (DGP) Rashmi Shukla. The decision, taken just two weeks before polling begins, follows allegations from opposition parties, led by the Congress, accusing Ms. Shukla of favoring the ruling Mahayuti alliance. Concerns