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National Governance & Policy 17 Oct 2026, 02:01 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi Says CEC, Modi Government Will Fall as Opposition Escalates Democracy Charge

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday sharpened his attack on the Centre and the Election Commission, saying the “repair of democracy” would begin once Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Modi government were gone. His remarks came a day after he told INDIA bloc MPs that the government would fall if the Opposition sustained its campaign.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 06:04 AM IST

Sharmila Reiterates Demand for CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over Election Commission Transparency Concerns

Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president Y. S. Sharmila has renewed her call for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to resign, accusing the Election Commission of India of taking unilateral decisions that undermine transparency and collective accountability. Her remarks add to growing political scrutiny of the poll body at a time when questions over institutional independence and procedural openness are drawing sharper attention.

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India Entertainment & Culture15 Oct 2026, 02:19 PM IST

Actor Imran Khan Issued Notice, Told to Leave India by October 28 After Anti-CEC Protest

Actor Imran Khan has been issued a notice and asked to leave India by October 28 after authorities initiated action under Section 7 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, senior officials told The Hindu. The move follows his participation in an anti-CEC protest at Mumbai’s August Kranti Maidan on October 10, where demonstrators demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 09:11 AM IST

Supreme Court to Hear Rahul Gandhi and Opposition Plea on October 15 Over CEC Gyanesh Kumar and SIR

The Supreme Court is set to hear on October 15 a petition filed by Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition leaders challenging Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision process. The plea seeks disclosure of the Election Commissioners’ objections related to the SIR, placing the electoral review exercise under fresh judicial scrutiny. The case has sharpened the debate over transparency, voter roll integrity, and the Election Commission’s internal decision-making.

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World Politics & Diplomacy08 Oct 2026, 04:05 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi Detained as India’s Opposition Escalates Voter Roll Protest

Indian police briefly detained opposition leader Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi on Monday as lawmakers intensified protests over alleged irregularities in the country’s voter rolls and the conduct of the election authority. The confrontation has sharpened a broader political fight over electoral integrity, institutional independence and the limits of dissent in the world’s largest democracy.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 04:35 PM IST

INDIA Bloc MPs Head to Jantar Mantar as CEC Row Escalates Over Gyanesh Kumar

Members of the INDIA bloc are moving to Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to press for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, turning an institutional dispute into a high-stakes political confrontation. Security has been significantly tightened across Lutyens' Delhi, with central New Delhi taking on a fortified appearance ahead of the protest.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 09:46 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi, Congress Leaders Released After Detention in CEC Protest at Akashvani Bhawan

Rahul Gandhi and several senior Congress leaders were released after being detained during a sit-in protest inside Akashvani Bhawan in New Delhi, where they had sought a meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The detention followed a tense confrontation over the party’s objections to the Election Commission’s handling of electoral concerns, turning a procedural dispute into a fresh flashpoint between the opposition and the poll body.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 12:13 PM IST

Former Bureaucrats, Activists Demand Removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Cite Loss of Public Trust

A delegation of former civil servants, activists and public figures on Tuesday sought to deliver what they described as a “public impeachment notice” to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of losing public trust and failing to uphold the credibility of the Election Commission of India. Heavy police barricading prevented the group from reaching the poll body’s office in New Delhi, underscoring the political and institutional sensitivity surrounding the protest.

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National Governance & Policy06 Oct 2026, 07:25 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi Alleges CEC Gyanesh Kumar Changed Form 6 'Illegally' During SIR

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of altering Form 6 illegally during the Special Intensive Revision process, escalating the Opposition’s attack on the Election Commission. The Congress also alleged that the CEC had betrayed the Constitution in letter and spirit at the behest of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, sharpening the political confrontation over the integrity of India’s electoral machinery.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 11:45 PM IST

Former Bureaucrats, Activists Demand Removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Citing Loss of Public Trust

A delegation of former civil servants, activists and public figures on Tuesday attempted to submit what they described as a “public impeachment notice” against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of eroding confidence in the Election Commission of India. Heavy police barricading prevented the group from reaching the ECI headquarters in New Delhi, turning the protest into a sharp confrontation over institutional accountability and electoral credibility.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 05:34 PM IST

Telangana Congress Seva Dal Holds Satyagraha, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over Voter Rights Concerns

The Telangana Pradesh Congress Seva Dal on Friday organised a satyagraha, intensifying its attack on the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision exercise and demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. State Seva Dal president Middela Jitender said the exercise undermined citizens’ voting rights and posed a serious threat to the democratic process.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 12:37 PM IST

Kerala Government Receives Legal Opinion to Proceed Against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in Abetment Case

Kerala’s government has received legal advice indicating there is no legal bar to proceeding against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in connection with an abetment to suicide case linked to the death of Malaysian national Lee See Been. The opinion, issued by Director General of Prosecution T. Asaf Ali, strengthens the state’s position as the matter moves into a sensitive legal and institutional phase.

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National Governance & Policy05 Oct 2026, 10:39 AM IST

Hundreds Detained in Delhi as Protest Over SIR Irregularities and Gyanesh Kumar’s Removal Enters Third Day

Hundreds of protesters, including Neha, a woman journalist who has accused a police officer of sexual harassment, were detained in New Delhi on the third day of demonstrations demanding the removal of Gyanesh Kumar and action over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision process. The AISA-backed march was halted at the Shangri-La intersection, where protesters alleged manhandling as police moved in to disperse the crowd.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 10:28 AM IST

Over 500 Detained as Protesters Renew Pressure on CEC Gyanesh Kumar

More than 500 protesters were detained in New Delhi as demonstrations against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar escalated, with student group AISA and political activist Yogendra Yadav calling for another citizen’s march today. The protest has intensified scrutiny of police conduct after AISA alleged that a male officer manhandled activist Neha Bora and that another Delhi Police officer verbally abused her during the action.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 04:49 AM IST

A.P. Congress Chief Accuses CEC of Bias, Demands Probe Into Alleged Voter Deletions

Andhra Pradesh Congress chief Y.S. Sharmila has accused Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar of bias and called for an independent probe into alleged deletions from voter rolls. The charge adds fresh pressure on the Election Commission at a sensitive moment for India’s electoral administration, where questions over roll integrity and institutional neutrality are drawing sharper scrutiny.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 09:03 AM IST

India Faces New Wave of Protests Over Voter Roll Changes

India is confronting a fresh round of street protests, this time centered on disputed changes to voter rolls and the conduct of the country’s election authorities. Demonstrations led by youth activists have prompted police detentions and sharpened scrutiny of the Election Commission as opposition voices demand accountability and transparency ahead of future polls.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 07:18 AM IST

India’s ‘Cockroach’ Protest Tests Modi’s Election Chief as Voter Roll Row Deepens

A youth-led protest movement in India is escalating pressure on the country’s election commission, with demonstrators demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over disputed voter roll changes. The campaign, dubbed the “cockroach” movement by supporters and critics alike, has triggered detentions in Delhi and sharpened concerns over electoral trust ahead of future state and national contests.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 12:57 AM IST

Indian Police Detain Protesters as Gen Z-Led Anger Grows Over Voter Roll Changes

Indian police detained several people in New Delhi on Monday as student-led and youth-driven protests escalated against changes to the country’s electoral rolls. The demonstrations, which have drawn activists, lawyers and opposition voices, are sharpening scrutiny of the Election Commission and raising fresh concerns about the integrity and accessibility of India’s voting process.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Oct 2026, 05:42 PM IST

India’s Voter-Roll Protests Put Election Chief Gyanesh Kumar Under Pressure

A widening protest movement over alleged voter-roll exclusions is turning into a direct challenge to India’s election administration, with students, opposition activists and civil society groups accusing the Election Commission of disenfranchising vulnerable voters. The unrest has sharpened scrutiny of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and raised fresh questions about the independence and credibility of the country’s electoral machinery.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (03:04 AM IST)

India cuts sugar dealer stock limit to 1,000 quintals from October 15

The government has sharply tightened sugar holding norms for dealers, reducing the stock limit to 1,000 quintals and capping permissible inventory at 15 days from October 15. The revised framework also introduces region-specific limits for Kolkata and Assam, signalling a more targeted approach to market management and supply discipline.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (12:23 AM IST)

Indian Banks Move to Standardise Project Finance Rules to Curb Arbitrage

Indian banks are working toward a common framework for project finance lending in a bid to reduce regulatory arbitrage, align underwriting standards and limit operational mismatches across lenders. The discussions, which will include both state-run and private banks, are expected to produce board-level guidelines that could tighten risk controls and reduce divergent audit findings.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (05:08 PM IST)

Congress CWC Member Gidugu Rudraraju Demands Resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Congress Working Committee member Gidugu Rudraraju has publicly demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, escalating opposition scrutiny of the Election Commission. The demand adds fresh political pressure at a time when the credibility and neutrality of India’s top poll authority remain under close watch.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life SciencesJust now (08:11 AM IST)

Divi’s Labs Shares in Focus as Investors Track Stock Performance and Sector Signals

Divi’s Laboratories is drawing close market attention as investors assess its share-price trajectory against broader cues from India’s pharmaceutical and macroeconomic landscape. The stock’s performance is being watched for signs of whether earnings resilience, export demand, and valuation support can sustain momentum in a cautious market.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (02:58 AM IST)

Ankita-Rutuja Exit Asian Games Tennis as Rain Delays Nagal’s Match to September 29

India’s Ankita Raina and Rutuja Bhosale bowed out of the Asian Games 2026 women’s doubles after a tight three-set defeat to a Kazakh pair that was decided by a match tie-break. In a separate setback for the Indian tennis camp, rain forced Sumit Nagal’s match to be rescheduled for September 29, disrupting the day’s momentum.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (01:56 AM IST)

Finance Ministry to Meet Bank Chiefs on Monday Ahead of Three-Day Strike

The Finance Ministry will meet heads of public sector and regional rural banks on Monday to assess contingency plans and ensure continuity of banking services ahead of a three-day strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions. The proposed work stoppage, scheduled for September 28, is expected to disrupt customer-facing and back-end banking operations over a five-day window, including the surrounding weekend.

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Enterprise Tech, Cloud & AIJust now (01:14 AM IST)

MeitY to Launch IndiaAI Centre of Excellence on Wednesday, Marking a New Push in National AI Capacity

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology will launch the IndiaAI Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence on Wednesday, a move that underscores New Delhi’s intent to deepen domestic AI capability through a structured public innovation platform. A major accompanying milestone is the announcement of CAIK’s first cohort of 15 start-ups, signaling an early effort to connect policy, research, and entrepreneurship in a fast-moving sector.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (10:46 PM IST)

Rahul Gandhi Says Modi Told Him, 'When We Go, You Will Come' as Congress Escalates Attack on Election Chief

At a Congress Working Committee meeting, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi sharpened his attack on the government and the Election Commission, saying Prime Minister Narendra Modi had once told him, 'When we go, you will come.' Gandhi also argued that Congress must resist both inside Parliament and on the streets, while insisting that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar should resign. The remarks signal a more confrontational phase in the party's response to the political and institutional battles ahead.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (04:33 PM IST)

Congress Demands Resignations of Modi, Shah Over Alleged 'Vote Chori' as It Escalates Poll Integrity Offensive

The Congress on Tuesday intensified its attack on the government and the Election Commission, demanding the resignations of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah over what it calls large-scale “vote chori” in the electoral process. The party also pressed for an immediate halt to the Special Intensive Revision and restoration of 13.3 crore deleted names, while announcing a nationwide agitation in coordination with the INDIA bloc.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (05:03 AM IST)

Ex-Home Secretary Urges Opposition to Boycott Polls Until Gyanesh Kumar Resigns as CEC Row Deepens

A fresh political flashpoint has emerged over the Election Commission of India after a former Home Secretary urged the Opposition to boycott elections until Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar resigns. The intervention comes as the Congress Working Committee is set to meet today, September 29, to discuss what it has described as internal differences within the poll body.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (02:51 AM IST)

Congress in Kalaburagi Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s Resignation Over Election Commission Bias Claims

The Kalaburagi district unit of the Congress staged a protest outside the Deputy Commissioner’s office on Monday, calling for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. The party alleged that the Election Commission was operating with clear political bias, sharpening its criticism of India’s electoral watchdog at a politically sensitive moment.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (01:08 AM IST)

Congress Mounts Maharashtra-Wide Protest Over SIR Row, Demands Removal of Gyanesh Kumar

The Maharashtra Congress on Friday staged coordinated protests outside district collectorates across the state, escalating its attack over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) controversy and demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Demonstrations were reported in major centres including Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Kolhapur, Solapur, Thane, Amravati and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, underscoring the party’s attempt to turn a procedural dispute into a broader political and institutional issue.

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