Bhubaneswar: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has suspended DS Kutey, Special Secretary of the Odisha Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), for exercising undue influence on the election machinery. This decisive action comes amid ongoing investigations into election conduct irregularities. In an official order addressed to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha, the ECI mandated…
New Delhi: With Phase 6 of the Lok Sabha polls set to kick off tomorrow, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a smooth and efficient electoral process. Polling will take place across 58 Parliamentary Constituencies (PCs) spanning 8 States and Union Territories, marking a crucial juncture in India’s…
New Delhi: The cVIGIL app of the Election Commission of India (ECI) has emerged as a powerful tool for citizens to flag election code violations during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Since the announcement of the General Elections 2024, the app has received over 4.24 lakh complaints as of May 15, 2024. Impressively, 4,23,908 of…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is all set for Phase 3 of the Lok Sabha polls scheduled for tomorrow. With normal weather conditions predicted, the commission has ensured meticulous arrangements at all polling stations to facilitate voters, including provisions for water, shamianas, and fans to tackle hot weather conditions. To address any…
New Delhi: In light of observed violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and existing legal provisions by political parties and their representatives on social media platforms during election campaigning, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued directives to ensure the responsible and ethical use of social media. The Commission, in its latest…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) reaffirmed its dedication to electoral integrity and transparency as it welcomed 75 delegates from 23 countries to participate in the International Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP) in New Delhi. The event, graced by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar and Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, underscored…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to host the Election Visitors’ Programme (IEVP) during the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections 2024. This initiative offers a unique opportunity for global Election Management Bodies (EMBs) to witness democratic excellence firsthand. The IEVP, slated to be the largest of its kind in terms of participation,…
Bhubaneswar: In response to a complaint lodged by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) alleging misuse of public office, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered the transfer of Odisha IAS officer Sujata R Karthikeyan to a non-public dealing department. According to reports from national media, Sujata R Karthikeyan’s transfer comes into immediate effect. She…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a stern advisory to all national and state political parties, cautioning against the collection of voter details under the pretext of surveys for post-election beneficiary schemes. The Commission deemed such activities as corrupt practices of bribery under Section 123(1) of the Representation of the People…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI), in a historic move, witnessed vibrant participation from tribal communities, including the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), in the recently conducted phase 1 and phase 2 of the General Elections 2024. Notably, the Shompen tribe of Great Nicobar exercised their franchise for the first time in a…
