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Security personnel stand guard outside a strong room, ahead of the counting of votes for the West Bengal Assembly elections, at the Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, in Kolkata, on Saturday.

EC deploys additional observers for Bengal vote count

May 2, 2026, 05:34 PM - 3 min read

The Election Commission has deployed 165 additional counting observers and 77 police observers in West Bengal ahead of May 4 vote counting, aiming to ensure a secure, transparent and intimidation-free process across all constituencies.

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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addresses a public meeting in Kolkata, West Bengal. (File photo)

TMC moves SC over EC counting staff rule; hearing tomorrow

May 1, 2026, 09:14 PM - 4 min read

The Trinamool Congress has moved the Supreme Court against the Election Commission’s directive on appointing central staff for vote counting in West Bengal, alleging bias. The matter is likely to be heard on Saturday ahead of counting on May 4.

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Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal Manoj Kumar Agarwal addresses a press conference along others, in Kolkata. (Photo: ANI)

EC to order repoll if EVM tampering proven: Bengal CEO

April 29, 2026, 08:11 PM - 4 min read

EC says repoll will be ordered if EVM tampering claims are verified in Bengal, stressing zero tolerance amid allegations during final phase voting.

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EC appoints UP IPS Ajay Pal Sharma as Bengal polls observer

EC appoints UP IPS Ajay Pal Sharma as Bengal polls observer

April 27, 2026, 03:40 PM - 3 min read

The Commission’s decision comes before the second phase of polling scheduled for April 29, covering 142 constituencies across South Bengal, including Kolkata.

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No re-polling in any TN polling booth, declares EC

April 25, 2026, 02:40 PM - 2 min read

Currently, the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) are being held under strict security in designated strong rooms.

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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman speaks to the media after a high-level BJP delegation meeting with the Election Commission of India (ECI), at Nirvachan Sadan, in New Delhi, on Wednesday.

BJP moves EC against Kharge over ‘terrorist’ remark on PM

April 22, 2026, 05:29 PM - 3 min read

BJP delegation meets EC seeking action against Kharge over “terrorist” remark on PM Modi; Congress chief clarifies he meant “terrorising” politics.

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EC targets bike brigades ahead of WB polls

EC targets bike brigades ahead of WB polls

April 21, 2026, 03:14 PM - 2 min read

The directive, issued by the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in line with guidelines from the Election Commission, aims to curb the use of so-called “bike brigades” and ensure a safe and orderly environment for voters.

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EC suspends 3 officials in Bhabanipur over lapses

EC suspends 3 officials in Bhabanipur over lapses

April 21, 2026, 02:39 PM - 3 min read

The District Election Officer (DEO) of South Kolkata has ordered the immediate suspension of the officials and directed the initiation of departmental inquiries against them. The action follows allegations that the trio failed to perform their assigned responsibilities during a night shift on April 17.

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A file photo of Chief Election Commissioner of India, Gyanesh Kumar.

Kerala, Assam, Puducherry polls drew global attention: EC

April 11, 2026, 05:13 PM - 4 min read

Election Commission of India says polls in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry drew global attention, with delegates from 22 nations observing the process.

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EC adds 4,660 polling booths in WB ahead of Assembly polls

April 4, 2026, 12:32 PM - 3 min read

Amid this charged atmosphere, the Election Commission (EC) has announced a significant increase in the number of polling booths across the state.

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EC suspends Nadia BDO after incident of assault

April 1, 2026, 12:28 PM - 2 min read

The Commission has also directed the state administration to initiate a departmental inquiry against the officer, citing serious lapses in maintaining order and adherence to election protocols.

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In the footage, three men in uniform can be seen gathered around a carrom board, with one of them even taking a shot.

Three CAPF men suspended for playing carrom in TMC office

March 29, 2026, 06:11 PM - 3 min read

A viral video, currently doing the rounds on social media, appears to show uniformed personnel of central forces casually playing carrom inside a local office of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in Suri, Birbhum.

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