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Your Vote Safe, Come out in Large Numbers to Exercise Franchise: CEC Rajiv Kumar

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Apr 19, 2024

PTI

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar emphasised the importance of each vote in India's democracy, stating that elections are the most beautiful expression of democracy. He called on the youth to lead a revolution in electoral participation, urging people to cast their ballots. He also urged people to take necessary precautions, especially during the heatwave.

LS Polls' First Phase: CEC Kumar Urges People to Vote

2 Min Read

Apr 18, 2024

PTI

Amid preparations for the seven-phase general elections, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar was given Z-category VIP security cover of armed commandos given potential threats.

Amid threats, Centre Accords Z-Category VIP Security Cover to CEC Rajiv Kumar

1 Min Read

Apr 9, 2024

PTI

Elderly, Disabled Voters Weigh up EC's 'Vote From Home' Scheme

3 Min Read

Apr 3, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

Ahead of the Lok Sabha Polls, the Election Commission of India ordered the removal of the West Bengal DGP and Home Secretaries of six states.

Big Reshuffle Ahead of LS polls: EC Orders Removal of West Bengal DGP, Home Secretaries in 6 States

2 Min Read

Mar 18, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

Lok Sabha polls: Know if Your Candidate Has Criminal Background; Here's How

2 Min Read

Mar 17, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

Need to Find Institutional Mechanism to Protect Donor Privacy: CEC on Scrapping of Electoral Bond Scheme

Need to Find Institutional Mechanism to Protect Donor Privacy: CEC on Electoral Bond Scheme

4 Min Read

Mar 17, 2024

ANI

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar while announcing the election used couplets to take a dig at the critics of electronic voting machines (EVMs).

CEC Rajiv Kumar Uses Poetry to Rebut Criticism of EVMs

2 Min Read

Mar 16, 2024

PTI

Chief election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Saturday evaded a direct reply on the reason behind the sudden resignation of Election Commissioner Arun Goel and said his "personal space" should be respected. At a press conference to announce the Lok Sabha elections schedule, Kumar also said dissent within the poll panel is encouraged.

EC Arun Goel Quit Due to Personal Reasons, We Must Respect Personal Space: CEC

1 Min Read

Mar 16, 2024

PTI

The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on Saturday announced that the assembly elections in Odisha will be conducted in two phases.

All Eyes on Hinjili Assembly Seat, Sambalpur, Bhubaneswar LS Constituencies in Odisha

3 Min Read

Mar 16, 2024

PTI

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said that more than 48,000 transgender people are qualified to vote in the next Lok Sabha elections.

Over 48,000 Transgenders Eligible to Vote in Lok Sabha Elections

1 Min Read

Mar 16, 2024

PTI

Expressing concern over the political vacuum in Jammu and Kashmir due to absence of assembly elections, Elections Commission of India on Wednesday said it will hold assembly elections in the union territory after reviewing the security situation and other factors.

Assembly Elections in Jammu and Kashmir Will Be Held Soon: CEC Rajiv Kumar

2 Min Read

Mar 13, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

The Election Commission has received details from the State Bank of India (SBI) related to the electoral bonds and will share all relevant information in time, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said here on Wednesday.

Election Commission Will Disclose Details on Electoral Bonds in Time: CEC Rajiv Kumar

1 Min Read

Mar 13, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

Days ahead of the announcement of the schedule of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar on Monday directed the commission's observers "to ensure a level-playing field for "intimidation and inducement-free elections"

'Ensure Intimidation, Inducement-Free Elections': CEC to Poll Observers in Marathon Meeting

2 Min Read

Mar 11, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

Poll panel in LS polls gear, CEC to address 2,000 observers; assess J&K election feasibility

1 Min Read

Mar 11, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday while reviewing the poll preparedness in West Bengal announced that some polling stations in West Bengal will be run entirely by women, with female security personnel deployed. Some stations will also be established by persons with disabilities, aiming to set an example for society.

CEC Rajiv Kumar Reviews Poll Preparedness in West Bengal Ahead of Lok Sabha Election

3 Min Read

Mar 5, 2024

ANI

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Saturday sought to allay fears pertaining to the EVMs and asserted that political parties and candidates are informed about the specific EVM which has gone to a particular polling station.

LS Polls: Chief Election Commissioner Allays Fears of EVM Tampering

1 Min Read

Mar 2, 2024

PTI

The Election Commission of India on Saturday directed all the district magistrates and superintendents of police to take strong action against officials, who are indulging in favouritism.

LS Polls: EC Calls for Strong Action Against Officials Indulging in Favouritism

2 Min Read

Mar 2, 2024

PTI

In a key statement ahead of the all-important Lok Sabha Elections, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said on Saturday that the voters have a right to know about the feasibility of fulfilling poll assurances made by political parties.

Voters Have Right to Know about Fulfillment of Promises by Parties; Matter Sub Judice: CEC

2 Min Read

Feb 24, 2024

ETV Bharat English Team

ECI to Follow Apex Court Order on Electoral Bonds Issue: Poll Panel Chief Rajiv Kumar

1 Min Read

Feb 17, 2024

PTI

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