The Election Commission told the Supreme Court that West Bengal’s voter list revision was disrupted by violence, intimidation, and political pressure. It said officials could not perform their legal duties, even though the same process was peaceful in all other states.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer to pass a reasoned order on a plea opposing the acceptance of invalid OBC certificates in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The Court said the issue does not challenge the SIR process itself and must be decided within one week.
The Delhi High Court, On January 9, 2025 led by Justice Jyoti Singh, questioned the maintainability of a petition by Vijay Kumar challenging the AAP’s promise of a monthly stipend for women before the assembly elections. The petitioner argued the announcement was misleading. The petitioner had also reported this to the Election Commission, seeking urgent action.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has petitioned the Bombay High Court to release seized Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and annul results from the Ratnagiri-Sindhudurg constituency, citing fraudulent practices by BJP’s Narayan Rane. The ECI seeks fresh elections amidst allegations of election law violations affecting voter integrity and candidate fairness.
Today, On 3rd June, The Calcutta High Court directed the Election Commission of India to appoint counting staff for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in strict accordance with guidelines. This decision comes in response to a petition filed by a BJP candidate, highlighting the importance of ensuring a fair and transparent counting process in line with electoral authorities’ guidelines.
Today, On 10th May, Amritpal Singh, a a prominent figure, seeks temporary release from Dibrugarh Jail in Assam to run for the Lok Sabha elections in Punjab. The High Court is expected to review the request before the May 14 nomination deadline. Singh’s legal team cites his citizenship and eligibility to contest as grounds for the release. The court is considering legal precedents and potential implications on public safety.
Yesterday, On 8th May, The Madras High Court received a report from the Chief Electoral Officer stating that additional CCTV cameras will be installed in EVM storage rooms. This decision aims to boost transparency and security during elections, addressing concerns about potential tampering. The move reflects proactive measures to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process in the region.
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Today (8th May): The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee filed a petition in the Madras High Court, alleging that the Election Commission of India failed to address hate speeches by Prime Minister Modi. They claim Modi made inflammatory, disrespectful, and divisive remarks targeting specific communities, inciting communal tensions and aiming to manipulate votes in favor of the BJP.