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  • Maharashtra Assembly Election 2024 Dates, Phase, Voting Time, Other Details |

    Maharashtra Election Dates 2024: The Election Commission of India announced the dates for the Assembly Polls for Maharashtra on Tuesday. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, along with the two Election Commissioners – Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu announced the details of the much-awaited election. The legislative assembly of Maharashtra is set to end on November 3. 

    As per the Election Commission of India trends, the 288 legislative assembly seats are likely to go to the polls in single phase. The counting of votes may get concluded before November 26. 

    The Election Commission of India (ECI) reported, the state has 9.63 crore registered voters, with 4.97 crore male voters and 4.66 crore female voters. A total of 52,789 polling stations will be set up, including 39,048 in rural areas and 13,741 in urban areas.

    Maharashtra Assembly Election Full Schedule 2024 

    Nomination Filing Start Date: 22-10-24
    Nomination Filing End Date: 29-10-24 
    Scrutiny of nomination: 30-10-24
    Withdrawal of nomination: 4-11-24
    Voting Date: 20-11-24
    Result Counting Date: 23-11-24

    In 2019, the assembly elections were held on October 21 while the counting of votes was held on October 24. During the last elections, the BJP and then an undivided Shiv Sena had contested the polls together. The BJP had bagged 105 seats while the Sena had got 56 seats. Congress had managed to win 44 seats, and NCP 56 seats.

    However, the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance failed to form a government after no consensus was reached over sharing the Chief Ministerial post. Then, Shiv Sena had joined hands with Congress and the undivided NCP to form Maha Vikas Aghadi which ruled the state for around three years. Later, a rebellion in Shiv Sena led by current Chief Minister Eknath Shinde propelled the BJP to power. Subsequently, Ajit Pawar led a rebellion in NCP and joined the ruling Mahayuti coalition as well. 

    The Maharashtra elections 2024 will be a litmus test for Shiv Sena-UBT, Shiv Sena-Shinde faction, NCP-Ajit Pawar faction and NCP-Sharad Pawar.

  • Election Commission To Charge Rs 350 From People Who Fail To Vote? Check Truth Behind Viral Message |

    New Delhi: Amidst the hustle and bustle linked to Lok Sabha Polls, a post is getting viral on social media platforms, stating that the Election Commission of India (ECI) will deduct Rs 350 from the bank accounts of those who will not cast a vote in coming general election. The viral message claims that if the person doesn’t have money in the bank account, then the money would be deducted from the mobile recharge. 

    Now, the Election Commission has clarified that the viral post of fake and there is no such plan. The ECI took a microblogging site X and asserted that this claim is false. “Fake Claim – If you don’t vote, 350 rupees will be deducted from your bank account: Election Commission. Reality: This claim is false. The Election Commission has not made any such decision,” ECI wrote on the official handle.

    नहीं दिया वोट तो बैंक अकाउंट से कटेंगे 350 रुपएः आयोग

     यह दावा फर्जी है, चुनाव आयोग द्वारा ऐसा कोई निर्णय नहीं लिया गया है।#FakeNews #ECI #VerifyBeforeYouAmplify pic.twitter.com/yqnzWwrw6E
     Election Commission of India (@ECISVEEP) April 2, 2024

    Earlier, the ECI notified many rules and regulations for the contesting parties and the voters, specifically for first-time voters. The commission always notifies the information through their official social media handle or on the website. 

    The Lok Sabha election is scheduled to be held in seven phases for 543 Lok Sabha seats, to start on April 19, the second phase to cast the vote on April 26, the third phase on May 7, the fourth on May 13, the Fifth on May 30, the sixth phase on May 25 and the last phase of Lok Sabha 2024 election voting will be held on June 1. The ECI has announced to declare the result of the general election on June 4, 2024.

  • Banks To Send Suspicious Transaction Report Daily Amid Elections | Economy News

    New Delhi: During a press conference held on March 16, 2024, in New Delhi, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India Rajiv Kumar announced steps to ensure fair elections for the upcoming general elections of 2024. Addressing the media, Kumar highlighted the importance of curbing the influence of money power.

    He also shed light on ensuring transparency throughout the electoral process. (Also Read: Upcoming IPOs Next Week: Check Price Band, Lot Size, Minimum Investment Amount, And More)

    Monitoring Suspicious Transactions Report

    Kumar emphasized that banks would be closely monitoring all suspicious transactions on a daily basis throughout the entire election phase. (Also Read: Latest SBI FD Rates 2024: Check Current Fixed Deposit Interest Rates, Return Calculator)

    “Banks will share all the details of suspicious transactions daily. We will be looking at all wallet transactions,” said Kumar, outlining the measures to track any irregular financial activities.

    Tailored Solutions

    Going forward, Kumar acknowledged the varying challenges faced by different states and stressed the need for tailored solutions.

    “We are aware of different vulnerabilities that exist across the nation. Thus, we come with solutions that are also differential,” he further said.

    Empowered agencies such as the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), GST, and banks will play a crucial role in tracking suspicious transactions, he added.

    Crackdown On Unfair Practices

    To prevent unfair practices during elections, enforcement agencies will be vigilant in curbing the inflow and distribution of liquor, cash, freebies, and drugs.

    Kumar emphasized the importance of targeting the masterminds behind such activities. “Efforts will be made to disrupt the illicit distribution of sensitive goods and freebies,” he stated.

    Strict Regulations On Cash Movement

    Stringent regulations will be enforced to control the movement of cash, including prohibiting the movement of cash in bank vehicles after sunset.

    Surveillance and inspection of non-scheduled chartered flights will also be conducted to identify any illicit flow of cash, liquor, or drugs.

  • J&K Assembly Polls Soon After Lok Sabha Elections: CEC Rajiv Kumar |

    NEW DELHI: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Dr Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, on Saturday said that assembly elections in J&K will be held soon. CEC Rajiv Kumar, while addressing a press conference, stated that assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir will be held soon after the Lok Sabha polls.

    Speaking to reporters, CEC Rajiv Kumar addressed the issue of holding simultaneous central and state elections in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). Kumar cited security concerns as a primary obstacle, leading the poll panel to deem it unfeasible at this time. However, he emphasized the panel’s dedication to conducting elections in the region, assuring that they would proceed following the Lok Sabha polls.

    Kumar highlighted the consensus among all parties in J&K regarding the desire for Assembly elections to coincide with parliamentary polls. Despite this shared sentiment, logistical challenges presented a significant hurdle. The sheer number of candidates expected in each Assembly segment, averaging between 10 to 12, would necessitate substantial security arrangements. Kumar explained that accommodating over 1,000 candidates would be impractical given the existing constraints.

    Nevertheless, Kumar reaffirmed the commitment of the poll panel to facilitate elections in J&K. He assured that once the current electoral processes conclude, the panel would prioritize holding polls in the region. This statement underscores the panel’s acknowledgement of the importance of democratic participation in J&K, despite the complexities involved in ensuring a secure and efficient electoral process.

    Importantly, the Lok Sabha elections in J&K will be held in five phases – April 19, April 26, May 7, May 13 and May 2. 

    National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah, however, said that it is disheartening to see that the Election Commission of India has decided not to conduct Parliamentary and Assembly polls simultaneously in Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah said that on one hand, the poll body has also decided to conduct Assembly elections in four states which will be coinciding with the Lok Sabha polls but Jammu and Kashmir has been denied this opportunity.

    Lok Sabha Election 2024 Full Schedule

    The CEC also announced the dates for the Lok Sabha elections 2024, which will be held in 7 phases starting from April 19. Phase 1 voting will be held on April 19, Phase 2 voting will be held on April 26, Phase 3 voting will be held on May 7, Phase 4 voting will be held on May 13, Phase 5 voting will be on May 20, Phase 6 voting will take place on May 25 and Phase 7 voting will be held on June 1. Counting of votes will be held on 4 June.

    Phase 1 voting will be held on April 19, Phase 2 voting will be held on April 26, Phase 3 voting will be held on May 7, Phase 4 voting will be held on May 13,
    Phase 5 voting will be on May 20, Phase 6 voting will take place on May 25 and Phase 7 voting will be held on June 1. The results will be announced on June 4.

    With the formal announcement of the 2024 Lok Sabha election schedule, the Model Code of Conduct has also come into effect across the country. It may be noted that the tenure of the present Lok Sabha ends on June 16 and a new House must be constituted before that. In 2019, the general elections were held over seven phases from April 11 to May 19, with results declared four days later. The BJP-led National Democratic (NDA) won a total of 303 seats, leaving the grand-old party behind at 52 seats, in the 2019 general elections. 

    Total 96.8 Crore Voters Eligible To Cast Votes: CEC 

    A total of 96.8 crore voters will be eligible to cast their vote in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar said on Saturday. Addressing a press conference here to announce the dates of Lok Sabha elections and assembly polls to four states, Rajiv Kumar said there will be 10.5 lakh polling stations and 1.5 crore polling officials and security staff will be deployed to conduct the elections in the world’s largest democracy.

    “We are committed to giving the nation a truly festive, democratic environment. The term of the 17th Lok Sabha is due to expire on 16th June 2024. The terms of the Legislative Assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim are also due to expire in June 2024. Elections are due in Jammu and Kashmir,” he said.
    Kumar said approximately 49.7 crore voters are male and 47.1 crore voters are female.

    “We have 1.8 crore first-time voters and 19.47 crore voters between the age group of 20-29 years,” he said, adding that 88.4 lakh voters are of PwD category, 2.18 lakhs are centenarians and 48,000 are transgenders.

  • Lok Sabha Poll Dates Announcement Live: CEC Says India Has 97 Cr Registered Voters |

    Ending the wait for the festival of democracy, the Election Commission of India is holding a press meet to announce the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 dates besides announcing the Assembly election dates for some states. Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said that there are over 96.8 crore registered voters including 49.7 crore male and 47.1 crore female. This includes 19.74 crore young voters. According to Zee News TV, states like Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam, Bihar and Bengal may go to the polls in the first phase while Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam and northeastern states may vote in single phase. States like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal may vote in seven phases.

    Watch Live Press Briefing:


    15.20pm: We have 1.8 crore first-time voters and 19.47 crore voters between the age group of 20-29 years: CEC.

    15.15pm: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar says, “In 12 states the ratio of women voters is higher than men voters.

    15.10 pm: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar says, “We have a total of 96.8 crore electors.

    15.05pm: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar says, “We have 97 crore registered voters, 10.5 lakhs polling stations, 1.5 crores polling officials and security staff, 55 lakhs EVMs, 4 lakhs vehicles.”

    The election dates announcement will mark the implementation of the Mode Code of Conduct for the polls. The Election Commission’s decision to announce the poll dates comes after holding extensive talks with political parties across India. The EC team visited several states including Bihar and Jammu and Kashmir. Earlier this week, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said that the poll body will decide on holding Lok Sabha Elections and Assembly Elections together or separately in Jammu and Kashmir after reviewing the security situation. It’s likely that the poll body may announce the assembly dates for Jammu and Kashmir as well.

    2019 Poll Dates

    In 2019, Lok Sabha elections were held in seven phases from April 11 to May 19 and the results were declared on May 23. The first phase of polls was held on April 11, the second on April 18, the third on April 23, the fourth on April 29, the fifth on May 6, the sixth on May 12 and the seventh on May 19. In 2019 polls, the BJP-led National Democratic (NDA) won a total of 303 seats, leaving the grand-old party behind at 52 seats.

    Campaign, Candidate List

    Political parties have already started announcing candidate lists and their political campaign. While the BJP has released a list of 266 candidates so far, the Congress has announced 82 candidates. Other parties like Akhilesh Yadav’s Samajwadi Party, Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress and Left have also announced several candidates for their respective states so far.

  • What Is An Electoral Bond? |

    NEW DELHI: The State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest lender, recently provided the details of all electoral bonds sold from 2019 to 2024 to the Election Commission of India (ECI), which is now being published on its website in a phased manner. In compliance with the Supreme Court’s directive, SBI shared the information with the poll panel on March 12 and presented the affidavit about the same with the apex court on March 13. Importantly, the top court had given the ECI time till March 15 to upload the data on its website. The electoral body has uploaded the ‘Disclosure of Electoral Bonds’ submitted by SBI into two sections on “as is where is basis”.

    Electoral Bonds In Political Funding

    Electoral bonds have emerged as a novel mechanism in the domain of political funding since their inception in 2017. They provided individuals and corporate entities with the opportunity to donate unlimited sums of money to political parties anonymously. Until a landmark Supreme Court decision in mid-February, the bonds were acquired from SBI in fixed denominations and handed over to political parties without the need for disclosing the donors’ identities, thus revolutionizing the funding landscape.

    Who Can Buy Electoral Bonds?

    Electoral bonds are accessible to individuals who are citizens of India or entities incorporated or established in the country. Both individuals and groups have the liberty to purchase these bonds either individually or jointly with other individuals.

    Who Can Receive Funding Through Electoral Bonds?

    Only political parties registered under Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, and securing at least one percent of the votes polled in the last General Election to the House of the People or the Legislative Assembly of the State are eligible to receive electoral bonds.

    How To Encash Electoral Bonds?

    The encashment of electoral bonds is exclusively facilitated through authorized bank accounts held by eligible political parties. These parties can redeem the bonds only through designated banks within a specified period.

    Which Bank Can Issue And Encash Electoral Bonds?

    The Government of India has designated the State Bank of India (SBI) as the sole authorized entity for issuing and encashing electoral bonds through its specified branches during allocated sale phases.

    What Is The Validity Period For An Electoral Bond?

    Electoral bonds are valid for fifteen calendar days from the date of issue. Failure to encash the bonds within this timeframe renders them ineligible for payment to the beneficiary political party.

    How Do Electoral Bonds Work?

    These bonds, available in various denominations, can be procured from SBI branches during designated periods specified by the government. Upon acquisition, political parties can encash these bonds through their designated bank accounts within the stipulated timeframe.

    Who Benefits From Electoral Bonds?

    Political parties are the primary beneficiaries of electoral bonds, receiving contributions from public or corporate entities. The opacity surrounding donor identities has prompted calls for enhanced transparency and accountability in the political funding process.

    How To Buy Electoral Bonds?

    Eligible individuals and entities can purchase electoral bonds from specified branches of SBI in various denominations ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 1 crore.

    Are Electoral Bonds Tax-Free?

    Electoral bonds, while tax-exempt for individuals or entities, are subject to the provisions of Section 13A of the Income Tax Act. This provision governs the acceptance of donations by political parties.

    Why Electoral Bonds Are Issued?

    Introduced through the Finance Act, 2017, electoral bonds were purported to promote transparency in political funding by directing donations through banking channels. However, concerns have been raised regarding the opacity surrounding the sources of these funds.

    Who Can Accept Electoral Bonds?

    Legally registered political parties meeting specified criteria can accept electoral bonds within fifteen days of issuance.

    Electoral Bonds Vs Electoral Trusts?

    Electoral bonds, challenged before the Supreme Court, have supplanted electoral trusts as the primary mode of political funding. The distinction lies in the level of transparency offered, with electoral bonds prioritizing donor anonymity.

    Do Electoral Bonds Come Under RTI?

    A Supreme Court verdict deemed the electoral bonds scheme violative of the right to information, citing concerns about transparency and free speech. The anonymous nature of the scheme was identified as a barrier to accountability.

    What Are The Concerns Regarding Electoral Bonds?

    Critics have voiced apprehensions about electoral bonds, citing the potential for corruption and undue influence resulting from undisclosed donor identities. Calls for reforms aim to address these concerns and ensure integrity in the political funding process.

    How Electoral Bonds Impact Political Funding?

    The advent of electoral bonds has transformed political funding dynamics, providing a legal avenue for contributions while maintaining donor anonymity. However, concerns persist about the implications for transparency and accountability.

    How Will Political Funding Work Now?

    Despite challenges, political funding avenues remain open through direct donations and electoral trusts. However, stringent regulations and increased scrutiny are imperative to mitigate potential loopholes and ensure compliance.

    How Much BJP And Other Parties Received?

    The Bharatiya Janata Party emerged as the highest beneficiary of electoral bonds, encashing bonds worth Rs 6060.5 crore between April 12, 2019, and January 24, 2024. Other major parties, including the All India Trinamool Congress and the Congress, also received substantial sums through this mechanism.

  • Avoid Remarks Like ‘Pickpocket’, ‘Panauti’: EC’s Advisory To Rahul Gandhi Ahead Of Lok Sabha Polls |

    NEW DELHI: As political parties gear up for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has reportedly issued an advisory to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, urging him to exercise caution in his public statements.

    Delhi High Court’s Directive

    The advisory comes in response to the Delhi High Court’s directive to the ECI to take appropriate action against Rahul Gandhi for his speech in November of the previous year. In the said speech, he used terms like ‘pickpocket’ while criticizing BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

    The Election Commission had previously issued a notice to Rahul Gandhi regarding his use of ‘panauti and pickpocket’ remarks directed at PM Modi. The sources reveal that the ECI reiterated its advisory on March 1 of the current year, emphasizing its importance during the ongoing campaign.

     

    Election Commission of India (ECI) issues an advisory to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. After considering all facts in the matter related to certain remarks against Prime Minister, including Delhi High Court order and his reply, the Election Commission of India has advised him to be…


    — ANI (@ANI) March 6, 2024

     

    “After considering all facts, including the Delhi High Court order and Rahul Gandhi’s reply, the Election Commission of India has advised the Congress leader to be more careful and cautious in the future,” stated a source.

    Exercise Restraint, Maintain Decorum: EC To Parties

    In light of the declining standards of political discourse in recent elections, the Election Commission issued an advisory last week to all political parties. The advisory stressed the need to maintain decorum, exercise utmost restraint in public campaigning, and elevate election campaigning to an “issue-based” debate.

    The Election Commission will assess any indirect violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) based on the advisory. This assessment will serve as a fair basis to rework notices considering time and content for the upcoming elections.

    CEC Stresses On Ethical Discourse

    Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar recently emphasized the importance of ethical and respectful political discourse. He urged political parties to inspire rather than divide and promote ideas instead of resorting to personal attacks.

    Notice To ‘Star Campaigners’ And Candidates

    The Election Commission has put ‘star campaigners’ and candidates on notice, warning of consequences in case of violations. This proactive measure aims to prevent breaches of the Model Code of Conduct during the electoral process for the Lok Sabha and four state Legislative assemblies.

  • 5 meeting elections: Polling from Nov 7- 30, counting on Dec 3

    By way of On-line Table

    The Election Fee of India (ECI) on Monday introduced the agenda for containing meeting elections in 5 states, together with Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Telangana and Mizoram.

    The election in Chhattisgarh can be held in two stages – the primary degree of balloting can be hung on November 7. The second one segment can be hung on November 17. Legislative elections in Madhya Pradesh can be hung on November 17. Legislative elections in Mizoram can be on November 7. Rajasthan will move to polls on November 23 and Telangana on November 30 in one segment. 

    Counting of votes in all 5 states can be hung on December 3, Leader Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar introduced at a press convention.

    The Meeting elections this 12 months are extraordinarily important as they arrive simply months earlier than the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and can mirror the temper of the voters within the run-up to the overall elections.

    Take a look at the ballot agenda for #AssemblyElections2023 of Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Mizoram, which starts on November 7. The counting is on December 3.

    READ: https://t.co/eQvzokjbVc percent.twitter.com/KnZF8HdWIn

    — The New Indian Specific (@NewIndianXpress) October 9, 2023

    At the moment, there’s a BJP govt in Madhya Pradesh led by way of Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh have Congress governments led by way of Ashok Gehlot and Bhupesh Baghel respectively.

    Telangana, alternatively, has the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) govt led by way of Ok Chandrasekhar Rao while the Mizo Nationwide Entrance (MNF), a BJP best friend, is in energy in Mizoram. 

    The phrases of the legislative assemblies in Telangana, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh are set to conclude on quite a lot of dates in January 2024, whilst the time period of the Mizoram Legislative Meeting will finish on December 17 this 12 months.

    SCHEDULE for Legislative Meeting Elections of #MIZORAM, #CHHATTISGARH, #MADHYAPRADESH, #RAJASTHAN & #TELANGANA#ECI #AssemblyElections2023 #MCC #ElectionSchedule percent.twitter.com/BYgfPvA672

    — Election Fee of India #SVEEP (@ECISVEEP) October 9, 2023
    Leader Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar addresses a press convention in Delhi
    We now have met all stakeholders, together with political events and enforcement companies, forward of 5 meeting polls: CEC Rajiv Kumar.
    Election Fee has given particular emphasis on making electoral rolls inclusive, center of attention can be on roll-to-poll conversion: CEC Rajiv Kumar.
    Election Seizure Control Gadget being presented for 5 meeting polls for reinforcing oversight for inducement-free elections: EC.
    940 checkposts in position for strict vigil on interstate borders and to dry up influx of illicit liquor, money, freebies and medicine: EC
    0 tolerance in opposition to use of cash energy; strict vigil over suspicious on-line money transfers via wallets: EC on 5 meeting polls
    Election Fee to make a decision on J-Ok elections at proper time, protecting in thoughts safety state of affairs and different elections there: CEC Rajiv Kumar.
    Bulletins of freebies all the time have ‘tadka’ of populism, public has proper to grasp from the place freebies will come: CEC Rajiv Kumar.

    The Election Fee of India (ECI) on Monday introduced the agenda for containing meeting elections in 5 states, together with Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Telangana and Mizoram.

    The election in Chhattisgarh can be held in two stages – the primary degree of balloting can be hung on November 7. The second one segment can be hung on November 17. Legislative elections in Madhya Pradesh can be hung on November 17. Legislative elections in Mizoram can be on November 7. Rajasthan will move to polls on November 23 and Telangana on November 30 in one segment. 

    Counting of votes in all 5 states can be hung on December 3, Leader Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar introduced at a press convention.googletag.cmd.push(serve as() googletag.show(‘div-gpt-ad-8052921-2’); );

    The Meeting elections this 12 months are extraordinarily important as they arrive simply months earlier than the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and can mirror the temper of the voters within the run-up to the overall elections.

    Take a look at the ballot agenda for #AssemblyElections2023 of Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Mizoram, which starts on November 7. The counting is on December 3.
    READ: https://t.co/eQvzokjbVc percent.twitter.com/KnZF8HdWIn
    — The New Indian Specific (@NewIndianXpress) October 9, 2023
    At the moment, there’s a BJP govt in Madhya Pradesh led by way of Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh have Congress governments led by way of Ashok Gehlot and Bhupesh Baghel respectively.

    Telangana, alternatively, has the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) govt led by way of Ok Chandrasekhar Rao while the Mizo Nationwide Entrance (MNF), a BJP best friend, is in energy in Mizoram. 

    The phrases of the legislative assemblies in Telangana, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh are set to conclude on quite a lot of dates in January 2024, whilst the time period of the Mizoram Legislative Meeting will finish on December 17 this 12 months.

    SCHEDULE for Legislative Meeting Elections of #MIZORAM, #CHHATTISGARH, #MADHYAPRADESH, #RAJASTHAN & #TELANGANA#ECI #AssemblyElections2023 #MCC #ElectionSchedule percent.twitter.com/BYgfPvA672
    — Election Fee of India #SVEEP (@ECISVEEP) October 9, 2023
    Leader Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar addresses a press convention in Delhi
    We now have met all stakeholders, together with political events and enforcement companies, forward of 5 meeting polls: CEC Rajiv Kumar.
    Election Fee has given particular emphasis on making electoral rolls inclusive, center of attention can be on roll-to-poll conversion: CEC Rajiv Kumar.
    Election Seizure Control Gadget being presented for 5 meeting polls for reinforcing oversight for inducement-free elections: EC.
    940 checkposts in position for strict vigil on interstate borders and to dry up influx of illicit liquor, money, freebies and medicine: EC
    0 tolerance in opposition to use of cash energy; strict vigil over suspicious on-line money transfers via wallets: EC on 5 meeting polls
    Election Fee to make a decision on J-Ok elections at proper time, protecting in thoughts safety state of affairs and different elections there: CEC Rajiv Kumar.
    Bulletins of freebies all the time have ‘tadka’ of populism, public has proper to grasp from the place freebies will come: CEC Rajiv Kumar.

  • Energy Video games: Stars disfavour clubbing LS polls with states

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    Early elections
    Stars disfavour clubbing LS polls with states

    The Delhi energy circle is abuzz with talks of High Minister Narendra Modi making plans to advance the Lok Sabha election and clubbing it with that of the 5 states that move to polls this December. The Election Fee of India’s early get started of ‘first-level assessments’ of the Digital Vote casting Machines and the paper-trail machines around the nation added grist to the mill. However extremely positioned assets rule out the opportunity of an early normal election. Their argument has to do extra with astrology than politics. They are saying in mid-June, the solar moved into the southern hemisphere for the following six months, marking the start of Dakshinayana, a duration regarded as inauspicious, when vital choices are typically have shyed away from.

    Particularly so within the ultimate two months of Dakshinayana. The High Minister is deeply spiritual and believes in astrology. Assets mentioned it’s extremely not likely he would adopt a challenge as vital as his re-election all through Dakshinayana. But even so this, the Ram temple at Ayodhya is probably not able for consecration prior to subsequent 12 months. The hole of the Ram temple is prone to occur by means of the tip of January or the primary week of February subsequent 12 months after the start of Uttarayana, which is marked by means of the fairs of Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Bihu, and many others. So, the opportunity of the High Minister advancing the overall election seems very far off.

    Congress reshuffle 
    Kharge able with new CWC; announcement quickly

    Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has finalised his new staff. He had more than one consultations with former birthday celebration presidents Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. Assets mentioned they’ve since finalised the names of latest participants of the Congress Running Committee (CWC), the birthday celebration’s most sensible decision-making frame. The AICC plenary this February permitted Kharge to make a choice the CWC participants. The birthday celebration has amended its charter to present 50% of CWC posts to SC, ST, OBC, minorities, ladies and early life. The energy of the CWC has additionally been higher to 35. Kharge has controlled to strike this stability in shut session with the 2 Gandhis. Along with the CWC, the Congress president has additionally finalised his new staff of AICC office-bearers, together with the overall secretaries, secretaries and treasurer.

    The announcement of the staff might be made inside per week. The Congress president will run the birthday celebration with the assistance of those office-bearers and CWC participants. Assets mentioned Priyanka Gandhi, who resigned as normal secretary accountable for Uttar Pradesh, might make a comeback as a normal secretary and shall be given price of poll-bound Telangana, the place Congress expects to do smartly. In style chief Shashi Tharoor, who had challenged Kharge within the election for the submit of Congress president, could also be given a spot within the CWC. On the other hand, the most up to date dialogue within the Congress is at the destiny of the robust normal secretary accountable for the organisation, Ok C Venugopal. Assets say that Kharge isn’t in favour of getting each the highest leaders within the organisation, specifically, the president and normal secretary (organisation), from south India. However Venugopal enjoys a detailed private equation with Rahul Gandhi and has labored arduous thru his tenure. It will be fascinating to look what place he will get within the new setup.

    Early elections
    Stars disfavour clubbing LS polls with states

    The Delhi energy circle is abuzz with talks of High Minister Narendra Modi making plans to advance the Lok Sabha election and clubbing it with that of the 5 states that move to polls this December. The Election Fee of India’s early get started of ‘first-level assessments’ of the Digital Vote casting Machines and the paper-trail machines around the nation added grist to the mill. However extremely positioned assets rule out the opportunity of an early normal election. Their argument has to do extra with astrology than politics. They are saying in mid-June, the solar moved into the southern hemisphere for the following six months, marking the start of Dakshinayana, a duration regarded as inauspicious, when vital choices are typically have shyed away from.googletag.cmd.push(serve as() googletag.show(‘div-gpt-ad-8052921-2’); );

    Particularly so within the ultimate two months of Dakshinayana. The High Minister is deeply spiritual and believes in astrology. Assets mentioned it’s extremely not likely he would adopt a challenge as vital as his re-election all through Dakshinayana. But even so this, the Ram temple at Ayodhya is probably not able for consecration prior to subsequent 12 months. The hole of the Ram temple is prone to occur by means of the tip of January or the primary week of February subsequent 12 months after the start of Uttarayana, which is marked by means of the fairs of Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Bihu, and many others. So, the opportunity of the High Minister advancing the overall election seems very far off.

    Congress reshuffle 
    Kharge able with new CWC; announcement quickly

    Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has finalised his new staff. He had more than one consultations with former birthday celebration presidents Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. Assets mentioned they’ve since finalised the names of latest participants of the Congress Running Committee (CWC), the birthday celebration’s most sensible decision-making frame. The AICC plenary this February permitted Kharge to make a choice the CWC participants. The birthday celebration has amended its charter to present 50% of CWC posts to SC, ST, OBC, minorities, ladies and early life. The energy of the CWC has additionally been higher to 35. Kharge has controlled to strike this stability in shut session with the 2 Gandhis. Along with the CWC, the Congress president has additionally finalised his new staff of AICC office-bearers, together with the overall secretaries, secretaries and treasurer.

    The announcement of the staff might be made inside per week. The Congress president will run the birthday celebration with the assistance of those office-bearers and CWC participants. Assets mentioned Priyanka Gandhi, who resigned as normal secretary accountable for Uttar Pradesh, might make a comeback as a normal secretary and shall be given price of poll-bound Telangana, the place Congress expects to do smartly. In style chief Shashi Tharoor, who had challenged Kharge within the election for the submit of Congress president, could also be given a spot within the CWC. On the other hand, the most up to date dialogue within the Congress is at the destiny of the robust normal secretary accountable for the organisation, Ok C Venugopal. Assets say that Kharge isn’t in favour of getting each the highest leaders within the organisation, specifically, the president and normal secretary (organisation), from south India. However Venugopal enjoys a detailed private equation with Rahul Gandhi and has labored arduous thru his tenure. It will be fascinating to look what place he will get within the new setup.

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