Supreme Court to hear pleas challenging the law that excludes the Chief Justice of India from the panel appointing Election Commissioners on November 11, examining the constitutional validity and impact of this significant change in the appointment process.
During a heated SC hearing on Bihar’s voter roll revision, Justice Surya Kant remarked, “Our own social media websites are sufficient,” while addressing concerns of criticism from foreign media. The case highlights worries over arbitrary voter deletions and rising misinformation against the judiciary.
Today, On 14th August, In the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) case, the Supreme Court announced that individuals whose names were removed from the voter lists can now use their Aadhaar cards to challenge and restore their names effectively. New Delhi: The Supreme Court announced today during Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) case, that individuals […]
A Supreme Court bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, will hear a plea seeking a policy for verifying Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The petition, filed by former Haryana minister Karan Singh Dalal, calls for clear rules to check EVM components. It also asks for compliance with an earlier court order on the matter. The case aims to ensure transparency in the use of EVMs.
The Supreme Court postponed the hearing on EVM verification to February 11, following concerns about the Election Commission’s compliance with its earlier directive. The case relates to an application by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) seeking verification of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The adjournment allows further time to address the compliance issues raised. The matter remains critical for ensuring transparency in the electoral process.
The ECI submitted an affidavit on 22nd May, to the Supreme Court, arguing against the disclosure of Form 17C data, stating it could confuse voters. The ECI criticized ADR for making false allegations and seeking unfounded entitlements. A potential legal battle looms as the Supreme Court asks ECI to respond to ADR’s application, raising transparency concerns.
The Supreme Court will hear a plea by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) Tomorrow-May 17th, seeking real-time publication of polling data. The NGO aims to ensure transparency and accountability by making polling station-wise voter turnout data available to the public and address concerns related to electoral irregularities in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections.
Today (13th May): The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea from the Association for Democratic Reforms on May 17, urging real-time publication of polling data by the Election Commission. The plea seeks transparency and accountability in the electoral process, aiming to address concerns over delays and accuracy in releasing voter turnout data.