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Rahul Gandhi Questions Form 6 Changes After Supreme Court Clarification
Rahul Gandhi has alleged that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar changed Form 6 without proper authorisation after the Supreme Court clarified that it had not approved the modification. The court has sought records to determine who made the changes and has issued notices in related petitions challenging the Election Commission's decision-making.
Karnataka Drought May Affect GST Revenue, Says Deputy CM G Parameshwara
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara has warned that the severe drought and resulting crop losses could affect the state's GST collection. He estimated the economic impact at around ₹46,000 crore and said Karnataka has sought approximately ₹10,000–11,000 crore in drought relief from the Centre.
News Outlet Moves Supreme Court in Case Examining Legislative Privilege and Press Freedom
A digital news organisation and its editor-in-chief have approached the Supreme Court seeking to intervene in a constitutional case concerning the relationship between legislative privilege and freedom of speech. A seven-judge Constitution Bench is scheduled to examine the issue, including its implications for journalistic reporting.
Hardeep Singh Puri Left Out as BJP Announces Eight Rajya Sabha Candidates for Uttar Pradesh
The BJP has announced eight candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, leaving Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri out of the list. Puri's current Rajya Sabha term is due to end in November, while polling for 10 Uttar Pradesh seats is scheduled for October 16.
Supreme Court Seeks Election Commission Response, Says Decisions Must Comply With Law
The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Election Commission and the Centre over allegations that certain decisions were taken without the required concurrence of the other Election Commissioners. The court said it would examine the records and could reconsider decisions found to have violated statutory requirements.
Supreme Court Issues Notice on Plea Seeking Suspension of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Election Commission and the Centre on petitions seeking suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations concerning unilateral decision-making. The court declined to grant an immediate interim suspension and said it would examine the official records.
Congress Questions Gyanesh Kumar's Continuation as CEC After Supreme Court Remarks
Congress leaders have renewed their demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's removal, citing remarks by Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan concerning voting rights and disenfranchisement. The comments were made in a broader legal and political debate over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
Abhijeet Dipke Backs MPSC Aspirants' Protest, Calls for Chairman's Resignation
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has joined the protest by Maharashtra Public Service Commission aspirants in Pune and supported their demand for the resignation of MPSC chairman Rajesh Bhimanwar. The agitation centres on allegations of examination irregularities and concerns over recruitment transparency.
INDIA Bloc to March to Election Commission Over “Vote Chori” Row; AAP to Stay Away
Opposition parties belonging to the INDIA bloc are scheduled to march to the Election Commission in New Delhi on October 6 over their concerns regarding electoral-roll revision. The Aam Aadmi Party has said it will not join the INDIA bloc march and will pursue the issue independently.
Congress Announces Nationwide “Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao” Campaign Over Electoral Roll Dispute
The Congress has announced a nationwide “Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao” campaign against what it describes as irregularities in electoral-roll revision and the functioning of the Election Commission. The programme includes marches, public meetings and a planned “Delhi Chalo” mobilisation later in November.
C T Ravi Claims Hindu Voters Are Being Removed From Electoral Rolls, Calls for Scrutiny
BJP MLC C T Ravi has claimed that Hindu voters are being removed from electoral rolls in large numbers in the Chikkamagaluru constituency. Ravi cited figures alleging that around 32,000 of approximately 37,000 deleted names belonged to Hindu voters, but he did not provide documentary evidence supporting those figures. The claims require verification from official electoral records.
Kumaraswamy Questions How Land Allegedly Linked to Shivakumar's Family Was Purchased After Project Notification
Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy has raised questions over land transactions allegedly involving Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and his family near the NICE Road project in Bengaluru. Kumaraswamy questioned how land reportedly notified for a project could subsequently be purchased and how necessary clearances were obtained. Shivakumar has previously denied wrongdoing regarding his assets and land holdings.
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