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Kavitha’s ‘TRS’ may face ECI scrutiny over acronym similarity

The Hindu 26 Apr 2026
In Kavitha’s party’s case, the proposed name “Telangana Rashtra Sena” shares the first two words with the original TRS and carries the identical abbreviation, which the ECI may object to ....
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No repoll ordered in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal: ECI officials

The Hindu 25 Apr 2026
On April 23, while all 234 Assembly seats in Tamil Nadu went to vote in a single phase, 152 seats in West Bengal voted in the first phase ....
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ECI orders suspension of five police officers in West Bengal for 'serious misconduct' during polls

The Hindu 25 Apr 2026
In a communication to the State Chief Secretary, the poll panel said the action followed a report submitted by the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal about the conduct of police personnel ....
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ECI to release exact voter turnout in TN

Business Line 25 Apr 2026
The poll authorities have ...
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West Bengal polls: ECI deploys 11 more police observers for phase 2; 5 cops suspended ...

Zeenews 25 Apr 2026
For a watertight Phase 2 of the West Bengal Assembly elections on April 29, the ECI has appointed 11 additional police observers. Meanwhile, five officers in Diamond Harbour have been suspended for dereliction of duty ... .
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ECI rules out re-poll in TN, West Bengal after scrutiny

The Siasat Daily 25 Apr 2026
New Delhi ... The ECI said that the entire scrutiny process in both states was videographed, and Forms 17A and related materials were re-sealed with the seal of the returning officers after examination ... You can also download our app for Android and iOS. .
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Congress alleges bias in ECI notice to Mallikarjun Kharge, seeks one-week extension over 24-hour deadline

International Business Times 25 Apr 2026
Congress, through MP Jairam Ramesh, replied to the ECI’s show-cause notice on alleged MCC violations, claiming two conflicting notices were issued and criticizing the 24-hour deadline ... BJP to ECI over Kharge's 'terrorist' remark.
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Kerala HC seeks ECI clarification on postal ballot gaps ahead of counting

Madhyamam 24 Apr 2026
In a move with broader implications for electoral access and fairness, the Kerala High Court on Friday ordered the Election Commission of India (ECI) to clarify on Tuesday whether extra facilities can ...
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Kerala HC seeks ECI reply on postal ballot lapses before May 4 counting

Madhyamam 24 Apr 2026
The Kerala High Court has directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to explain by Tuesday whether extra facilities can aid voters who missed postal ballots in the April 9 polls, ...
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Bengal polls: Scattered clashes, assault on candidates mar phase-I voting; ECI seeks reports

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026
The State recorded a brisk voter turnout reflecting a strong early participation ....
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