Maharashtra OBC Reservation| Local Body Polls May Proceed, But Results in 40 Councils and 17 Nagar Panchayats on Hold: Supreme Court

Today, On 28th November, Supreme Court said Maharashtra’s local body polls can go ahead despite the ongoing OBC reservation dispute. However, results in 40 municipal councils and 17 nagar panchayats will remain on hold until the Court delivers its final ruling there.

Political Parties Are Spreading Scare: ECI Tells Supreme Court Over Plea Against SIR In Kerala, Tamil Nadu & West Bengal

Today, On 26th November, The Election Commission told the Supreme Court that political parties are spreading unnecessary fear and creating widespread confusion among citizens about SIR-related concerns raised in Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.

Supreme Court Seeks ECI Reply on Kerala’s Plea to Defer SIR Until After Local Body Polls

Today, On 21st November, The Supreme Court has issued notice on Kerala’s request to postpone the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Kerala argued that ongoing administrative pressures and local body election timelines make immediate revision difficult for officials and local institutions.

“Why Rush Elections?” Supreme Court Questions Maharashtra, Urges Pause on Local Body Poll Nominations Amid OBC Quota Row

The Supreme Court asked Maharashtra to consider delaying local body poll nominations while it examines the 27% OBC quota issue. The court warned that continuing the process may complicate elections already under legal scrutiny.

‘Make Sure the Reservation Doesn’t Exceed 50%’: Supreme Court Flags Serious Concerns Over Maharashtra’s OBC Quota

The Supreme Court told Maharashtra that OBC reservation in local body polls cannot exceed the 50% cap and paused nomination filings until the next hearing. The Bench questioned the legality of the Banthia Commission report used to justify the increased quota.

Kerala Voter List Row: IUML Challenges ECI’s State-Wide Revision in Supreme Court

Today, On 17th November, The Indian Union Muslim League has moved the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission of India’s decision to conduct a State-wide Special Intensive Revision of Kerala’s voter list. The party alleges the exercise is arbitrary, unconstitutional, and unnecessary.

Kerala High Court Directs State Over ECI’s Special Electoral Roll Revision: Approach Supreme Court

The Kerala High Court advised the state government to move the Supreme Court regarding the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Justice V.G. Arun said it would be more appropriate since similar pleas are pending before the apex court.

Kerala to Move Supreme Court Against Voter Roll Revision, Calls EC Move “Unscientific and Ill-Intentioned”

The Kerala government, backed by all major parties except the BJP, will challenge the Election Commission’s special voter roll revision in the Supreme Court. CM Pinarayi Vijayan said the move based on the 2002 list is “unscientific” and “ill-intentioned.”

Kerala High Court directs EC to Provide Drinking Water, Seating & Real-Time Queue App for Voters

In a landmark ruling, the Kerala High Court has ordered the State Election Commission to ensure proper seating, drinking water, and a queue management system at polling booths. The Court also suggested developing a mobile app to show real-time queue updates for voters.

Telangana Local Body Polls: Supreme Court Upholds 42% BC Quota

Today, On 6th October, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging Telangana’s 42% reservation for Backward Classes in local body elections, directing the petitioner to approach the High Court. The case will be heard on October 8 to determine the quota’s fate.