Election Commission of India

Political funding’s hidden truths

The recent verdict by the Supreme Court of India on the Electoral Bonds Scheme has ignited a crucial debate on the transparency of political funding. Led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, the five-judge Constitution Bench unanimously struck down the Union’s 2018 Electoral Bonds Scheme, citing it as a violation of voters’ right to information, a […]

Mizoram elections 2023 result: Witness Zoramthanga govt’s fate unfold on Dec 4

NEW DELHI: The conclusion of the Mizoram battle is approaching, and it is now the moment for the final revelation. The outcomes of the Mizoram Assembly Elections 2023 are scheduled for announcement on December 4, with the vote counting starting at 8 am. The Election Commission of India (ECI) will officially publish the results on […]

Election Commission puts curbs on Congress ads airing CM’s voice

Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken a decisive step by banning an advertisement orchestrated by the Congress.

ECI sends notice to Rahul Gandhi over ‘Panauti’ remark against PM

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India (ECI) issued a notice to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his comments during an election rally in Rajasthan, where he referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “Panauti” (bad omen) and “Jebkatra (pickpocket).” The BJP had formally approached the ECI on November 22, urging action against the Wayanad […]

Elevated voter turnout in MP polls fuelled by enthusiastic women, says Psephologist 

Madhya Pradesh witnessed a surge in voter turnout as citizens cast their votes for all 230 seats on November 17.

Chhattisgarh’s second phase polling: BJP highlights scams, Congress emphasises schemes

KOLKATA: Chhattisgarh is witnessing the culmination of its high-stakes second and final phase of polling today, determining the fate of prominent candidates such as CM Bhupesh Baghel, Deputy CM T.S. Singh Deo, and BJP State President Arun Sao. Voting is underway across 18,833 booths in Chhattisgarh. As per the latest data from the Election Commission […]

Political parties submit electoral bonds after ECI’s second reminder

KOLKATA: In response to the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) recent request for electoral bonds, political parties, including the BJP and Congress, have submitted the required information. An official source from the ECI, during an exclusive conversation with The New Indian, stated that after being reminded on November 14, political parties were urged to submit the details […]

ECI blocks Chouhan’s interaction with ‘brothers and sisters of MP’

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission of India (ECI), the country’s apex poll body, is steadfast in its decision to restrict poll campaigning beyond 6 pm as the silence period takes effect. This decision has implications even for Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Despite Singh’s rally being scheduled for 5:30 pm, the ECI has […]

NCP symbol row: Can Maharashtra’s political landscape avoid Uddhav-esque fate?

This legal battle adds another layer of complexity to the recent political turbulence experienced by the NCP. The party encountered internal divisions and political maneuvering, with the BJP reportedly playing a role in engineering a split within the NCP.

ECI introduces online filing of financial accounts for political parties

The newly introduced web portal allows political parties to file three types of reports: Contribution Report, Audited Annual Account, and Election Expenditure Statements.