“We Can’t Have a Fishing Inquiry”: Supreme Court Rejects Plea on Voter Additions in West Bengal Election

Supreme Court of India refused to conduct probe into alleged voter additions in West Bengal, citing lack of concrete material. CJI Surya Kant stressed courts cannot act on speculative claims.

SIR Row | Individuals With Pending Appeals Against Exclusion Cannot Vote in West Bengal 2026 Polls: Supreme Court

Today, On 13th April, The Supreme Court said individuals with pending appeals against exclusion from voter lists cannot be allowed to vote in the upcoming West Bengal elections. The Court added, “We cannot create a situation where we burden the appellate tribunal judges,” while refusing relief.

Voter Being Sandwiched Between Two Constitutional Authorities: Supreme Court in West Bengal SIR Case

Today, On 13th April, The Supreme Court observed that the Election Commission of India prepared a list of doubtful voters due to a logical discrepancy during the Special Intensive Revision in West Bengal. The Court noted that voters were left sandwiched between two constitutional authorities, raising serious concerns about fairness in the electoral process.