INDIA: ELECTION COMMISSION & STATE GOVERNMENT DISPUTES
Conflicts between Indian state governments and the Election Commission of India over administrative decisions, bureaucratic appointments and electoral oversight during election periods
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Why a passport may not prove you're Indian
DEUTSCHE WELLEJun 30, 2026, 01:00 PM
A passport controversy has reignited debate in India over how citizenship is proven, with voter-list revisions exposing systemic gaps. Critics warn the issue raises fears of wrongful exclusion from electoral rolls.
Meenakshi Natarajan's Nomination Scrapped, Congress Explores Legal Options
NDTVJun 9, 2026, 04:45 PM
Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination has been scrapped, and the Congress is exploring legal options. Senior Congress leaders, including KC Venugopal, Jairam Ramesh, Sachin Pilot and Bhupesh Baghel, gathered outside the Election Commission office and sat on the ground in front of the main gate in protest.