Indian EVMs Are Standalone Devices Without Internet or Wi-Fi Connectivity

By BPN News Desk April 12, 2025

National

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reaffirmed that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in Indian elections are completely offline, standalone systems that are neither connected to the internet nor to any wireless networks like Wi-Fi. This statement comes in light of renewed public

Government Policies

CEC Convenes High-Level Meeting to Discuss Linking Voter ID with Aadhaar

By BPN News Desk March 16, 2025

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar has scheduled a high-level meeting on March 18 to discuss the integration of Voter ID cards with Aadhaar numbers. The meeting will involve key officials, including Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Legislative Department Secretary Rajiv Mani, and UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar. This initiative aims to eliminate duplicate and bogus

North India State News

Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Election Commission Over Milkipur By-Poll

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2025

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. Allegations of Bias in Milkipur By-Poll Yadav has accused the ECI of favoring certain

North India State News

Election Commission Bans Exit Polls on February 5

By BPN News Desk February 4, 2025

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 […]

Politics

Election Commission Demands Evidence from Arvind Kejriwal on Yamuna Poisoning Allegations

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2025

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”

National

PM Modi Praises Election Commission Amid Opposition Criticism

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2025

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

North India State News

Delhi Assembly Poll Dates to Be Announced Today

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2025

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 […]

Editorials

Popcorn and Tax: A Recipe for Chaos

By BPN News Desk December 26, 2024

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 […]

National

Election Commission Dismisses Congress’ Claims of Discrepancies

By BPN News Desk December 26, 2024

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

State News

Election Commission Condemns Arvind Sawant’s Remarks Against Shaina NC

By BPN News Desk November 9, 2024

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