• Mon. May 11th, 2026
    • '

    Tag: ELECTION COMMISSION OF INDIA

    BREAKING | West Bengal Legislative Assembly Dissolved Under Article 174(2): Is President’s Rule Coming?
    BREAKING | West Bengal Legislative Assembly Dissolved Under Article 174(2): Is President’s Rule Coming?
    Legal updatesHeadlines

    BREAKING | West Bengal Legislative Assembly Dissolved Under Article 174(2): Is President’s Rule Coming?

    West Bengal saw a major constitutional twist as Governor R. N. Ravi dissolved the Legislative Assembly under Article 174(2)(b), issuing the order through an official Lok Bhavan press note. The move took immediate effect citing constitutional provisions today.

    author
    Court Does Not Find Any Illegality: Calcutta HC Upholds EC Order Deploying Central Staff for WB Vote Counting
    Court Does Not Find Any Illegality: Calcutta HC Upholds EC Order Deploying Central Staff for WB Vote Counting
    High CourtHeadlines

    Court Does Not Find Any Illegality: Calcutta HC Upholds EC Order Deploying Central Staff for WB Vote Counting

    The Calcutta High Court dismissed a plea against the Election Commission’s directive deploying Central Government and PSU staff for counting in the West Bengal Assembly polls. It stated, “This Court does not find any illegality for appointing counting supervisor and counting assistant…”

    author
    “They Can’t Vote This Time, But ‘More Valuable Right’ Will Be Preserved”: Supreme Court on WB Election Duty Officers Deleted from Voter List
    “They Can’t Vote This Time, But ‘More Valuable Right’ Will Be Preserved”: Supreme Court on WB Election Duty Officers Deleted from Voter List
    Supreme CourtHeadlines

    “They Can’t Vote This Time, But ‘More Valuable Right’ Will Be Preserved”: Supreme Court on WB Election Duty Officers Deleted from Voter List

    The Supreme Court refused to intervene in the deletion of election duty officers from West Bengal’s voter list, asking them to approach appellate tribunals. The Court said they may miss voting now, but their “more valuable right” to remain on the electoral rolls will be protected.

    author
    Calcutta High Court PIL Seeks Cancellation of Suvendu Adhikari’s 2026 Poll Candidature Over “Secularism Unacceptable” Remark
    Calcutta High Court PIL Seeks Cancellation of Suvendu Adhikari’s 2026 Poll Candidature Over “Secularism Unacceptable” Remark
    High CourtLatest news

    Calcutta High Court PIL Seeks Cancellation of Suvendu Adhikari’s 2026 Poll Candidature Over “Secularism Unacceptable” Remark

    A PIL in the Calcutta High Court challenges BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari’s candidature, alleging his speech against secularism violates the Constitution’s basic structure. The plea urges action by the Election Commission of India, citing concerns over communal harmony and constitutional values.

    author
    ECI Pulled Up by Calcutta High Court: Faculty Appointment for Bengal Poll Duty Quashed Over Rule Violation
    ECI Pulled Up by Calcutta High Court: Faculty Appointment for Bengal Poll Duty Quashed Over Rule Violation
    High CourtHeadlines

    ECI Pulled Up by Calcutta High Court: Faculty Appointment for Bengal Poll Duty Quashed Over Rule Violation

    The Calcutta High Court set aside the Election Commission of India decision to appoint college professors as presiding officers, citing violation of its own rules. The Court held that no proof of “unavoidable circumstances” was given, making the appointments legally unsustainable.

    author
    Madras High Court Refuses Ban on Dhurandhar 2 During Elections, Says Objections by Few Not Enough
    Madras High Court Refuses Ban on Dhurandhar 2 During Elections, Says Objections by Few Not Enough
    High CourtLatest news

    Madras High Court Refuses Ban on Dhurandhar 2 During Elections, Says Objections by Few Not Enough

    The Madras High Court ruled that a CBFC-certified film cannot be stopped just because a small section of society disagrees with it. The Court upheld free speech under Article 19(1)(a) and dismissed the plea seeking a ban during Tamil Nadu elections.

    author
    SIR Related Matters in WB Came Up Every Day: Supreme Court to Seek Calcutta HC CJ's Report on ‘Non-Functioning’ Tribunals
    SIR Related Matters in WB Came Up Every Day: Supreme Court to Seek Calcutta HC CJ's Report on ‘Non-Functioning’ Tribunals
    Supreme CourtHeadlines

    “Vote If Cleared!” Supreme Court Allows Last-Minute Voter Inclusion in West Bengal Polls

    The Supreme Court of India ruled that voters cleared by tribunals up to 2 days before polling can cast their vote in West Bengal elections. However, those with pending appeals will not be allowed to vote, ensuring clarity in the electoral process.

    author
    West Bengal Polls | Not a New Practice: Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against ECI Transfer of IAS/IPS Officers
    West Bengal Polls | Not a New Practice: Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against ECI Transfer of IAS/IPS Officers
    Supreme CourtHeadlines

    West Bengal Polls | Not a New Practice: Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Against ECI Transfer of IAS/IPS Officers

    Today, On 16th April, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the ECI’s transfer of senior West Bengal officers before the Assembly elections, with CJI Kant stressing it was a routine measure. He noted it was neither the first instance nor a new practice.

    author
    Biometric Voting Push: Supreme Court Seeks Reply from Election Commission of India on Facial Recognition for Voters
    Biometric Voting Push: Supreme Court Seeks Reply from Election Commission of India on Facial Recognition for Voters
    Supreme Court

    Biometric Voting Push: Supreme Court Seeks Reply from Election Commission of India on Facial Recognition for Voters

    The Supreme Court has issued notice on a plea seeking biometric and facial recognition verification before voting. The Court said the proposal needs legal changes and review before future elections, not immediate implementation.

    author
    Madurai Man Moves Supreme Court Seeking Cancellation of Tamil Nadu 2026 Polls Over ‘Cash-for-Votes’ Allegations
    Madurai Man Moves Supreme Court Seeking Cancellation of Tamil Nadu 2026 Polls Over ‘Cash-for-Votes’ Allegations
    Supreme Court

    Madurai Man Moves Supreme Court Seeking Cancellation of Tamil Nadu 2026 Polls Over ‘Cash-for-Votes’ Allegations

    A Madurai-based petitioner has approached the Supreme Court demanding cancellation of Tamil Nadu Assembly elections over widespread bribery claims. The plea alleges large-scale distribution of cash and gifts, raising serious concerns about free and fair elections.

    author