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73 Opposition MPs Seek Removal of India's Election Chief
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-expressndtv13d ago3 sources

73 Opposition MPs Seek Removal of India's Election Chief

Seventy-three Opposition Members of Parliament in India have signed a new notice to initiate proceedings for the removal of Gyanesh Kumar, the current Chief Election Commissioner. This marks a fresh attempt by the opposition to challenge the head of the country's election body.

Debate on Indian Chief Election Commissioner's Removal
Worldindian-express1mo ago

Debate on Indian Chief Election Commissioner's Removal

Charges against India's Chief Election Commissioner are deemed relevant for political debate but do not meet the criteria for removal, while educational resources also highlight the provisions for such removal.

Opposition Seeks CEC's Removal Citing Remarks Against Rahul Gandhi
Politicshindu1mo ago

Opposition Seeks CEC's Removal Citing Remarks Against Rahul Gandhi

The opposition has filed a 10-page notice in both Houses of Parliament seeking the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). The notice cites the CEC's public remarks against Rahul Gandhi, concerns over the appointment process, and alleged voter roll manipulation in Karnataka.

Election Body and Trinamool Congress Clash in India
Politicsndtv29d ago

Election Body and Trinamool Congress Clash in India

A political showdown has erupted between an election body and the Trinamool Congress in India. A Trinamool delegation met with the Chief Election Commissioner, presenting nine letters from Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Experts Call for Transparent CEC, EC Appointments
Politicshindu1mo ago

Experts Call for Transparent CEC, EC Appointments

Experts, including former Election Commission members and Supreme Court judges, have called for a broad-based and transparent appointment process for the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs).

Law and order lapses during Bengal polls will not be tolerated: CEC
Politicshindu1mo ago

Law and order lapses during Bengal polls will not be tolerated: CEC

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has stated that the Election Commission of India aims to ensure Bengal polls are free from violence and intimidation, emphasizing the goal to ensure all genuine voters can exercise their right while preventing ineligible voters from being included.

Indian Opposition Files New Notice to Oust CEC Gyanesh Kumar
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express12d ago3 sources

Indian Opposition Files New Notice to Oust CEC Gyanesh Kumar

India's opposition parties have submitted a fresh notice in the Rajya Sabha, seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This action marks a renewed effort by the opposition to oust the top election official.

CEC Impeachment Motion Rejected
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

CEC Impeachment Motion Rejected

An impeachment motion against the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) has been rejected, raising questions about the opposition's next steps.

Tamil Nadu Polls Decision Expected Shortly
Politicshindustan-times2mo ago

Tamil Nadu Polls Decision Expected Shortly

The Chief Election Commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, announced that a decision on whether the Tamil Nadu polls will be held in a single phase is expected shortly, following a review meeting.