The Uttarakhand High Court permitted to continue the panchayat elections after going through the reservation roster. It lifted the earlier stay order of June 23, bringing major relief to the state government.
The Supreme Court has directed the Manipur High Court to resolve whether expired gram panchayat members can stay in office when an administrator is appointed. A three-month deadline was set for this decision amid concerns over ongoing violence preventing elections. The legality of these elected positions hinges on amendments to the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act.
Today, On 26th March, A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court challenging the election victory of BJP leader Parvesh Verma over Arvind Kejriwal. The plea, submitted by NCP leader Vishvanath Agarwal, alleges that his nomination was unfairly rejected by the Returning Officer. Agarwal argues that this rejection influenced the election outcome, making the results invalid. The court’s decision on this case could have major political implications.
The Jharkhand High Court directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to submit an affidavit regarding the voter list for municipal elections in the state. Justice Ananda Sen issued the order while hearing a contempt petition filed by Roshni Khalko, a former ward councillor. The petition highlighted the government’s delay in holding municipal polls. The court is addressing concerns over the timely conduct of elections.
Today, On 18th November, the Bombay High Court upheld the ban on mobile phones inside polling booths, asserting its legality. A PIL argued for phone use for identity verification via the DigiLocker app but was dismissed. The court emphasized that the ban supports election integrity and prevents misuse of technology, marking it as constitutional.
Today, On 23rd July, The Supreme Court praised Nagaland for holding local body elections with a 33% women’s quota and closed the contempt case against the state government. Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan commended the participation and success of women candidates. The Court had previously mandated the reservation of one-third of the seats for women in these elections.