Long & short of SIR: What happens when exclusion is prioritised over inclusionThe SIR process is leading to the exclusion of approximately 12 crore eligible voters from electoral lists. Wrongful deletions from the pre...
22 Oct, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
Delhi SIR: Poll officials begin reverification of voters removed from draft rollsPoll officials in Delhi are currently re-verifying more than 47 lakh voters who were removed from electoral rolls. This process aims to ens...
16 Oct, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
SIR: Mizoram launches special drive for those left outMizoram has started a special drive to identify and enroll eligible voters not listed in electoral rolls. This follows the completion of th...
08 Oct, 2026, 06.18 PM IST
Delhi SIR: CEO clarifies draft electoral roll process, says no name to be deleted without due processDelhi SIR 2026: The Chief Electoral Officer of Delhi issued clarifications about the Draft Electoral Roll prepared for 2026. Notices are be...
23 Sep, 2026, 08.46 AM IST
Over 54,000 names removed from Sikkim electoral rolls after SIR exerciseSikkim's electoral roll saw 54,209 names removed after a special revision. The final list now contains 418,467 registered voters for future...
06 Sep, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
West Bengal CM vows to protect refugees, expedite CAA and identify infiltrators during censusWest Bengal will expedite CAA certificate applications and protect religious minorities fleeing persecution. Infiltrators will not receive ...
01 Aug, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
West Bengal: SC allows petitioner to approach Calcutta HC with plea over exclusion from ration listThe Supreme Court has permitted a petitioner to take his plea to the Calcutta High Court, alleging that individuals excluded from West Beng...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
West Bengal Annapurna Yojana direct link: Here's how to download, apply and fill the form, eligibility and what to do if enrollment fails onlineWest Bengal is launching the Annapurna Yojana. Women in the state will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. Forms will be issued from May 27, 2026. Be...
28 May, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
Annapurna Yojana launched: Who will get Rs 3,000 monthly financial assistance from June 1, 2026West Bengal's Annapurna Yojana, effective June 1, 2026, will provide Rs 3,000 monthly financial aid to eligible women aged 25-60. This sche...
27 May, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
Bengal govt launches verification drive for Annapurna Yojana beneficiaries ahead of rolloutWest Bengal is preparing for the Annapurna Yojana, a new financial assistance scheme for women. A thorough verification of beneficiaries is...
22 May, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
Suvendu Adhikari's firm political grip, 'skewed' SIR deletions likely deciders in Nandigram, say observersNandigram's assembly seat faces a closely watched contest. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's 2021 victory is a key event. The BJP has strengthe...
22 Apr, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
Deletion of 54 lakh voters 'illegal, unethical', done using AI: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata BanerjeeWest Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee alleged the Election Commission illegally deleted 54 lakh genuine voter names using AI and plans...
14 Jan, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
SIR, raids, rallies: West Bengal's election battle starts earlyAs West Bengal gears up for the pivotal 2026 assembly elections, the air is thick with political tension. The electoral rolls are seeing a ...
12 Jan, 2026, 12.51 AM IST
Will move Supreme Court, plead for people: Mamata Banerjee on SIR 'harassment'West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced plans to challenge the Election Commission's electoral roll revision in court. She all...
06 Jan, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Kolkata region records highest name deletions in Bengal SIR draftIn Kolkata, the Trinamool Congress is facing a surprising challenge as voter deletions reach staggering numbers in key strongholds. Constit...
18 Dec, 2025, 12.10 AM IST
ECI to roll out Demographic Similar Entries Software in 12 states amid intensive voter roll revisionThe Election Commission of India is launching new software to find and remove duplicate voters. This technology will be used in 12 states, ...
04 Dec, 2025, 10.31 PM IST