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ECI cracks down on anonymous political hoardings, directs disclosure of publishers and printers for traceability and accountability

Sending a strong message, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday directed all States/UTs mandating the clear identification of printer and publisher on printed election-related material including hoardings, ensuring accountability and transparency in campaign communications. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Centre accords Z-category VIP security cover to CEC Rajiv Kumar

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar receives Z-category VIP security cover with armed commandos due to potential threats during elections.

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Govt provides Z-security cover to CEC Rajiv Kumar in view of threats

The armed commandos will accompany the CEC during his travels across the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Lok Sabha elections | ECI focus on improving voter turnouts in 266 parliamentary constituencies

Election Commission of India identifies 266 constituencies with low voter turnout, plans targeted interventions for Lok Sabha polls.

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Lok Sabha Polls: To boost voter turnout, ECI holds 'Conference on Low Voter Turnout'

Ahead of the polling in the ongoing general elections in 2024, the poll body has accelerated efforts to enhance voter turnout. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Election Commission reviews law and order in States and Union Territories

Election Commission of India assesses law and order situation ahead of Lok Sabha polls to prevent illicit activities.

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Differences arose between Lalit Kala Akademi officials over exhibition

An internecine war brewing in the Lalit Kala Akademi came to a boil over the organisation of an exhibition and on-the-spot painting competition in Ayodhya in the run-up to the inauguration of the Ram Temple by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22.

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Lok Sabha Election 2024: ECI shuffles district administration in five states

The Commission said that this action is a demonstration of the Commission's dedication and promise to uphold fairness and preserve the integrity of the electoral process. Read further on Dynamite News:

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2024 Lok Sabha polls | ECI orders large-scale transfer of bureaucrats

The step is a part of the commission’s efforts to maintain a level-playing field and ensure the integrity of the electoral process, which has been emphasised by CEC Rajiv Kumar on several occasions.

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"Shocking but that is expected': Kapil Sibal on J-K Assembly polls to be held after LS polls

After the announcement by the Election Commission to hold Jammu and Kashmir polls after the Lok Sabha elections, Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal on Sunday said that it is shocking, but was expected. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Rajiv Kumar | A bureaucrat for all seasons

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar's career, including abrupt resignations and political differences, leading to his current position.

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Dissent is encouraged within the ECI: CEC on Arun Goel’s resignation

New Delhi Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar encourages dissent within the poll panel, addressing the resignation of Arun Goel.

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544 instead of 543: why the election schedule shows one additional constituency

In General Elections 2024, Outer Manipur constituency will vote twice due to ethnic violence, with special voting arrangements.

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Assembly Election: Four states, 26 assembly-bypolls also along with Lok Sabha

The Election Commission today also declared the poll schedule of four State Assemblies along with the Lok Sabha. Read further on Dynamite News:

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J&K Assembly elections will not be held along with Lok Sabha elections. Here’s why.

2024 Lok Sabha Polls : CEC Rajiv Kumar explains why Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election couldn’t be held with general election due to security issues.

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General Election 2024: full schedule

Lok Sabha elections 2024 Full Schedule From April 19 till June 1, Vote Counting on June 4, 2024 : Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on March 16 announced the schedule for the upcoming 18th Lok Sabha elections

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2024 Lok Sabha elections to be held in 7 phases from April 19, results on June 4

2024 Lok Sabha general elections date, Schedule: CEC Rajiv Kumar announces 2024 Lok Sabha election schedule for seven phases, with Assembly elections in four states.

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Election Commission to announce Lok Sabha poll dates today

The Election Commission of India will announce the poll dates for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 on Saturday a spokesperson of the poll body said on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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ECI welcomes newly appointed election commissioners

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Friday welcomed the two newly-appointed Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu who joined the Commission on Friday, a spokesperson of the poll body said. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Morning Digest | BJP releases second list of candidates for Lok Sabha polls; U.S. House passes bill that could ban TikTok, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 14, 2024

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Hold Parliament, Assembly polls simultaneously in J&K: NC, PDP tell CEC

Jammu and Kashmir parties urge Chief Election Commissioner for simultaneous Assembly and Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing tourism and fairness.

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Election Commission begins consultation with political parties in J&K to review LS poll preparedness

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar and other officials of the poll panel, who arrived in Srinagar on Monday for a three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, held interactions with delegations from the National Conference, PDP, BJP, CPI(M), Congress, and the Aam Admi Party, officials said in Srinagar.

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Chief Election Commissioner directs poll observers to ensure level playing field in electoral process

Chief Election Commissioner directs over 2,100 poll observers to ensure fair elections, limit themselves to parliamentary constituencies.

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66 IAS, IPS, IRS officers from Andhra Pradesh attend Election Commission meeting

Election Commission ensures fair elections by deploying observers and forces, updating manuals, and monitoring polling stations nationwide.

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"Ensure level-playing field for free, fair and inducement-free elections": CEC Rajiv Kumar directs poll observers

In the run-up to the forthcoming General Elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, the Election Commission of India on Monday organised a briefing for Observers to be deployed in the States and Union Territories. Read further on Dynamite News:

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