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election commission of India

Election Commission (EC) is a constitutional organization that administers the election process in India. The Lok Sabha , Rajya Sabha , State legislatures, and offices of President and vice President elections falls under the ambit of the Election Commission.

The commission in order to curb the channelizing of black money through political route decided to strike more than 400 parties off ‘the income tax exemption on contributions and donations’ list.

India has nearly 1900 political parties but over 400 never fought any elections. The commission suspected these parties to be conduits of turning black money into white.

The commission works under Article 324 of Constitution of India. It was set up back in 1950. Under Election Commission Act, 1993 it is headed by three members, Chief Election Commissioner and two other Election Commissioners.

The Chief Election Commissioner of India is Syed Nasim Ahmed Zaidi. Achal Kumar Jyoti and Om Prakash Rawat are Election Commissioners of India.

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Bengal polling heats up: BJP's Suvendu Adhikari flags ‘contractual workers’ in vote counting

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 02, 2026, 11:29 (IST)

West Bengal opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari has voiced strong concerns regarding the deployment of contractual workers for vote counting in two constituencies, deeming it a threat to democratic integrity.

'No further orders necessary': Special SC bench rejects TMC's plea on counting staff

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 02, 2026, 11:12 (IST)

The Supreme Court of India dismissed TMC's plea against deployment of Central staff for West Bengal vote counting, recording the election commission of India’s assurance that its April 13 circular will be followed. It said rules were not violated and noted TMC agents would be present. The Calcutta High Court had earlier rejected the plea.

Bengal repolling: BJP, TMC supporters clash in South 24 Parganas; heavy security deployed - video

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 02, 2026, 14:35 (IST)

Violence flared in South 24 Parganas during West Bengal repolling. Supporters of the BJP and TMC clashed. Allegations surfaced that voters were prevented from casting ballots. Security forces intervened to restore order. Repolling occurred in specific booths following reports of irregularities and EVM tampering. The Election Commission ordered fresh polling to ensure fair voting.

Kerala HC declines relief to officials denied postal voting

Apr 30, 2026, 21:15 (IST)

Activists in Coimbatore urge collector to postpone vote counting until probe is ordered into ‘cash for vote’ allegations

TNN / May 03, 2026, 03:07 (IST)

Intimidation, unauthorised presence, tampering of votes — Why EC ordered repolling in Bengal's Falta

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 03, 2026, 10:14 (IST)

Abhishek slams EC for excesses, Farooq, Aaditya second TMC neta

Apr 30, 2026, 07:00 (IST)

‘Fixed match’: Mamata Banerjee digs in after West Bengal defeat, claims EVMs showed 'unusually high' battery levels

TNN / May 06, 2026, 07:17 (IST)

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee refuses to step down after her party's election defeat. She asserts a moral victory and alleges widespread manipulation by the Election Commission, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Legal experts emphasize the constitutional requirement for resignation following a loss of mandate.

Madras HC dismisses plea against candidates contesting in two poll seats

Apr 29, 2026, 02:13 (IST)

QR-based ID system to ensure security at counting centres

May 01, 2026, 02:32 (IST)

CEO calls BJD to discuss RS poll row on May 11

TNN / May 05, 2026, 22:46 (IST)

EVMs and VVPATs shifted to strong rooms; collector rules out repoll in Coimbatore South

TNN / Apr 25, 2026, 03:02 (IST)

Kerala assembly election results: Increase in vote share marginal, but BJP puts up a historic show

TNN / May 05, 2026, 08:17 (IST)

'10 lifetimes won't be enough': TMC's Abhishek Banerjee dares BJP to contest from Falta after repolling announced

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 03, 2026, 07:58 (IST)

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee challenged the BJP and Election Commission to contest from Falta after a repoll was announced due to "severe electoral offences." The Election Commission cited widespread tampering of EVMs and compromised integrity of recorded votes at multiple booths, leading to the decision for a fresh poll on May 21.

Dry run of ‘Centre-controlled’ polls was done in UP, replicated in WB: Akhilesh

May 04, 2026, 01:57 (IST)

Tamil Nadu election result: Vijay’s TVK stands out as only major party to field Brahmin candidates, both leading

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 15:03 (IST)

In the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, TVK and Naam Tamilar Katchi are the only parties fielding Brahmin candidates, with TVK's candidates currently leading. Early trends show TVK emerging as a significant force, leading in over a hundred constituencies across various regions of the state, including traditional Dravidian strongholds and Congress strongholds.

Election Commission introduces QR code entry system for counting halls to ensure secure, tamper-free access

TNN / Apr 30, 2026, 23:14 (IST)

SC knock, repolling, intensified TMC vs BJP: West Bengal on edge before counting day

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 01, 2026, 19:49 (IST)

West Bengal is on high alert before counting day due to Supreme Court moves, a 15-seat repoll order, and EVM tampering allegations. The TMC has challenged a high court order, while the Election Commission assures security at strongrooms amidst post-poll violence and transport disruptions.

Repeat tragedy: On poll booth job but cannot vote

Apr 29, 2026, 02:08 (IST)

92.6% turnout in Phase 2 takes Bengal total to record 92.9%

TNN / Apr 30, 2026, 01:54 (IST)

West Bengal witnessed an unprecedented voter turnout of 92.9% across two phases, surpassing previous records and nearing India's highest. This surge, particularly in Kolkata, is attributed to voter roll corrections and enhanced security. Despite a reduced electorate, more votes were cast, with women outvoting men. Officials are investigating complaints of vote tampering.