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Bangladesh polls termed "historic" as PAFFREL chief urges inclusive reform
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Rohana Hettiarachchie, Executive Director of People's Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL), has described Bangladesh's recent national elections as "historic and landmark", while also calling for stronger inclusion and reconciliation efforts in the country's political landscape. Read More
"Hoping for free and fair elections," say Bangladesh voters as polls get u
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Many expressed optimism about the conduct of the polls and the future of the country. "I came early this time, wishing to vote early. We're hoping that the voting will be free and fair. Hopefully, we will see some good candidates and people who will work for the nation. We'll have a corru
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"Nothing wrong with reverting to ballot paper": Priyank Kharge ahead of fo
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"It is the prerogative of the state Election Commission on how they would like to conduct the elections, and we have moved an amendment for the same. There is nothing wrong with reverting to a ballot paper. There is no rule against it. We will ensure free and fair elections happen in the
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UK MP flags Hindus' killing in Bangladesh, calls on govt to ensure fair po
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking at the UK parliament, Blackman called on the government to take appropriate action to protect the minorities and ensure free and fair elections.
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US to support Banglasesh's democratic transition, free and fair elections
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In the meeting with Under-Secretary, Rahman briefed Hooker about the preparations and arrangements for the upcoming general elections and expressed appreciation for the support of the US to the interim government during its tenure, including for the elections. Hooker responded that the US co
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"We are talking about really establishing a normal political dialogue": Fo
Updated : 5 months ago IST
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's Dhaka visit to attend Khaleda Zia's funeral was seen as a step toward restoring India-Bangladesh dialogue, with former diplomat Suresh K Goel stressing the need for normal political engagement and free, fair elections amid strained ties.
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Congress MP Hibi Eden says SIR exercise "violates fundamental rights" of K
Updated : 6 months ago IST
According to the Congress MP, the process of conducting the SIR is aimed at "towards violating the fundamental rights of the people of Kerala" and an attempt to "disturb the process of free and fair elections," which will happen in 2026.
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"Hype in the name of 'vote chori' has fallen flat": BJP's Marri Shashidha
Updated : 6 months, 1 week ago IST
"In such a situation, it is better to avoid a knee-jerk reaction. What the Chief Minister said has to be examined in detail. I am sure we have an Election Commission which is strong enough and has a balanced outlook. All these issues can be examined properly and appropriate solutions foun
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"EC brazenly siding with BJP": Congress MP S Jothimani on SIR in TN
Updated : 6 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"The Election Commission is very brazenly siding with the BJP and completely dismantling the faith in free and fair elections among the people of this country. They are committing a criminal offence in my view," the Congress MP alleged.
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"No need for anybody to be anxious": WB Governor backs nationwide SIR
Updated : 6 months, 2 weeks ago IST
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Sunday backed the exercise of updating the electoral rolls across the country through the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), saying that it is a "legitimate process for free and fair elections."
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"Mahagathbandhan will form govt with more than 200 seats": Mukesh Sahni
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief and Mahagathbandhan's candidate for Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Mukesh Sahni, on Thursday urged officials to ensure free and fair elections and added that Mahagathbandhan will form the government in Bihar with more than 200 seats.
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DMK moves Supreme Court against SIR in Tamil Nadu
Updated : 7 months ago IST
The SIR and the EC orders, if not set aside, can "arbitrarily and without due process disenfranchise lakhs of voters" from electing their representatives, thereby disrupting free and fair elections and democracy in the country, which are part of the basic structure of the Constitution, sa
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