Patna: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a state-wide campaign in Bihar to ensure that no eligible voter is excluded from the electoral rolls. Following the Commission’s instructions, all 38 District Election Officers (DEOs) in Bihar have initiated efforts to identify and address cases of eligible voters missing from the voter list. Special Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Keralam Legislative Assembly on Monday adopted a resolution calling for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, amid mounting political opposition to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan moved the resolution, which comes against the backdrop of an intensifying campaign led by senior Congress leader Read More…
The powers and responsibilities of a Governor and a Lieutenant Governor (LG) differ based on the constitutional framework governing states and Union Territories in India. A state Governor generally acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers, except in matters where the Constitution permits discretion. In certain Union Territories, the LG has Read More…
The Indian Constitution contains 12 Schedules dealing with various aspects of governance, including the territorial boundaries of states, salaries and allowances of constitutional authorities, official oaths, language recognition and the distribution of powers between the Union and the states. The First Schedule lists the states and Union Territories and their territorial extent, while the Second Read More…
Chennai: The Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Rail Phase-II has been inaugurated, marking a significant step towards improving public transportation and connectivity in the city. The newly inaugurated corridor is expected to make daily commuting faster and more convenient while strengthening connectivity between Chennai’s rapidly developing western suburbs and the city centre. A major highlight Read More…
New Delhi : The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has temporarily closed entry and exit facilities at six metro stations in the national capital ahead of a Congress party protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The restrictions, which will remain in force until 4 pm on Monday, apply to Janpath, Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, Read More…
Chennai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated, dedicated to the nation and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth over ₹13,000 crore in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The projects are expected to improve transport connectivity, boost industry and trade, and create employment opportunities for the state’s youth. Modi also dedicated a new stretch of Read More…
Chennai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday participated in the golden jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Addressing students, Modi said young people have the potential to drive India’s development and provide solutions to global challenges. He encouraged them to dream big and contribute to the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Assembly is set to discuss alleged irregularities in the country’s electoral process when its session begins on Monday, amid protests in Delhi and other parts of the country demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. With Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan, Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan and leaders of Read More…
New Delhi: CPI(M) leader and Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas was injured during his detention by Delhi Police personnel at a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday, following which he was taken to Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital for an X-ray and medical examination. Brittas was reportedly lifted by police personnel during Read More…