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SIR helped Bihar achieve record poll turnout, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

SIR helped Bihar achieve record poll turnout, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

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Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. File | Photo Credit: ANI Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday (August 16, 2026) said that the ‘successful’ conduct of Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar last year helped to increase the voter turnout in the State Assembly election that followed. Mr. Kumar landed in Patna on Sunday (A) for a two-day visit to Bihar. He was accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising Manish Garg (Senior Deputy Election Commissioner), Ashish Goyal (Director General — Media), Seema Khanna (Director General – IT) and other senior officials of the Commission. Thanking the voters of Bihar, at a press conference at the airport, the CEC said he had come to pay his respects to the sacred land of Bihar. He asserted that SIR was the most successful nationwide initiative for the purification of electoral rolls and it originated in Bihar. The voter turnout during the last Assembly election was the highest recorded since Independence—surpassing even the turnout rates of several developed nations such as France, Japan and Spain. Acknowledging …

F1 Sim Racing receives massive turnout in Delhi

F1 Sim Racing receives massive turnout in Delhi

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Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) concluded the Delhi leg of the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026 Time Trials at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan. The three-day event was graced by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Hon. Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, and Smt. Raksha Khadse, Hon. Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, expressed their support for initiatives that identify and nurture Indian racing talent with the potential to compete on the global stage. The overwhelming participation at the event, was a testament of the growing Formula 1 acceptance in the market with over 3000 participants engaged testing their racing skills on professional F1 Simulators, 940 entries were recorded on the official qualification leaderboard. Shivansh De Bejoy, a 16-year-old boy clocked 1:20.755 on the Monza circuit. The real surprise was 11-year-old Aarav Gupta finished tenth overall with a time of 1:21.674, less than a second off the fastest lap in the entire field. Six Junior category drivers in total finished inside the overall top 20. Speaking on the occasion, Raksha Khadse, Hon. Union …

‘Beyond conflict, new Kashmir reads’: 3rd edition of Chinar Book Festival sees massive turnout

‘Beyond conflict, new Kashmir reads’: 3rd edition of Chinar Book Festival sees massive turnout

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The third edition of the Chinar Book Festival concluded on a high note, drawing lakhs of visitors over nine days and reaffirming Kashmir’s emergence as a vibrant centre for literature, learning and cultural exchange. The third edition of the Chinar Book Festival opened on July 18 at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar (hindustantimes.com) Organised by the National Book Trust (NBT), the grand festival was set up against the backdrop of picturesque Dal Lake, at the Sher-i-Kashmir Convention Centre (SKICC), and witnessed packed, overflowing book stalls and enthusiastic participation from readers across age groups. The festival was also graced by prominent authors, thinkers as well as prominent names like astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, actor Rakesh Bedi and filmmaker Imtiaz Ali. For NBT director Yuvraj Malik, who spoke to hindustantimes.com, the scale of public engagement reflected a side of Kashmir that often goes unnoticed. “There is a perception of Kashmir as war-torn, terrorism-affected and full of disgruntled youth. But when you come here, you won’t find that image reflected on the ground,” Malik said, adding …

Char Dham Yatra sees massive turnout, 35.66 lakh devotees visit shrines

Char Dham Yatra sees massive turnout, 35.66 lakh devotees visit shrines

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The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is progressing smoothly, with more than 35.66 lakh pilgrims having completed their pilgrimage to the four revered shrines as of June 14, according to Garhwal Commissioner Anand Swaroop, reported ANI. The annual pilgrimage, which attracts devotees from across India and abroad, began in April and has witnessed a significant influx of visitors. Officials said nearly 50 lakh devotees have registered for the yatra so far, reflecting the continued popularity of one of the country’s most important religious journeys. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Nearly 87% turnout in repolling, fresh voting ordered in Falta: Top updates in Bengal election ahead of result day

Nearly 87% turnout in repolling, fresh voting ordered in Falta: Top updates in Bengal election ahead of result day

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All eyes are now on May 4 (Monday), when the election results for the high-stakes battle, largely between the TMC and the BJP, in West Bengal, along with Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, will be declared. Voters stand in a queue to cast their vote during re-polling for the West Bengal Assembly elections at Magrahat Paschim Bidhan, in South 24 Parganas. (ANI) The Bengal election saw constant political disputes, with both sides making allegations against one another. The Election Commission of India (ECI) had to hold repolling at 15 polling stations in two assembly constituencies of West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district on Saturday. ALSO READ | TMC will win 200+ seats, exit polls propaganda to influence share market: Mamata confident of win in Bengal A fresh repoll has also been ordered at all 285 polling stations in the Falta constituency in Bengal on May 21. Here’s a breakdown of the recent developments in the Bengal elections: Repolling in Magrahat Paschim, Diamond Harbour The repoll in Magrahat Paschim and Diamond Harbour, both represented by …

West Bengal election: Over 16% turnout in first two hours of voting in repoll

West Bengal election: Over 16% turnout in first two hours of voting in repoll

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A security official stands guard as voters wait in a queue to cast their votes during a repoll for the West Bengal Assembly elections at the Magrahat Paschim constituency in the South 24 Parganas district on May 2, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI Over 16% turnout was recorded in the first two hours of voting during repoll in 15 booths of two Assembly constituencies in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district, an official said. Voting was underway peacefully in 11 polling stations of the Magrahat Paschim Assembly constituency and four in Diamond Harbour, where the Election Commission of India (ECI) ordered a repoll a day ago, following reports of electoral malpractices. Published – May 02, 2026 07:48 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

West Bengal Assembly polls 2026: States sees massive voter turnout of 92.47 pc

West Bengal Assembly polls 2026: States sees massive voter turnout of 92.47 pc

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West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manoj Agarwal on Wednesday said that voter turnout in the West Bengal Assembly polls 2026 reached a staggering 92.47 per cent (combined across two phases), hailing the large participation of people in the electoral process, the ANI reported.  According to the Election Commission of India (ECI), polling in Phase II stood at 91.66 per cent till 7:45 pm. In Phase I, held on April 23, voter turnout was 93.19 per cent, taking the combined figure to 92.47 per cent across both phases. Voting across 142 seats in eight districts Addressing a press conference, the CEO said that polling was conducted across 142 Assembly seats in eight districts: Kolkata South, Kolkata North, South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, and Purba Bardhaman the news agency reported.  He added that there were 41,001 polling booths in total. Kolkata witnesses record participation The CEO said Kolkata saw historic voter participation. Sharing an anecdote, he said even the booth where he voted recorded over 80 per cent turnout. “Turnout reached 92.47 …

Bengal records highest-ever voter turnout since independence, over 92% cast ballot

Bengal records highest-ever voter turnout since independence, over 92% cast ballot

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West Bengal has recorded its highest-ever voter turnout since Independence, with polling in both phases witnessing over 92 per cent participation, as the state now awaits exit polls and final results. People show their Voter ID card to cast vote on 2nd phase and final phase of West Bengal Assembly Election in Kolkata, April 29, 2026. (Samir Jana/ HT photo) Sharing the development chief election commissioner of India Gyanesh Kumar said, “Highest ever percentage of polling in West Bengal in both Phase I & II since Independence – Chunav ka Parv, Paschim Bengal ka Garv.” The first phase, conducted on April 23, saw a turnout of 91.78 per cent, while the second and final phase on April 29, recorded 91.71 per cent, according to Election Commission of India‘s data TMC vs BJP battle The contest in the state is primarily being seen as a direct fight between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the BJP. With both parties projecting confidence after the first phase, the high turnout has only intensified claims and counterclaims. The unusually high …

West Bengal elections: Polling concludes; 90 pc voter turnout till 5 pm

West Bengal elections: Polling concludes; 90 pc voter turnout till 5 pm

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The final phase of polling in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 concluded at 6 pm on Wednesday, recording an impressive voter turnout of around 90 per cent before the close of voting, reported the ANI. The strong turnout reflects high public engagement as polling for all 294 seats of the state assembly came to an end. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4. Among districts, Purba Bardhaman reported the highest turnout at 92.46 per cent, followed by Hooghly (90.34 per cent), Nadia (90.28 per cent) and Howrah (89.44 per cent), according to the ANI. North 24 Parganas and South 24 Parganas also recorded turnout close to 90 per cent, indicating widespread participation across the state, the news agency reported. TMC vs BJP in high-stakes battle The election is primarily a contest between the ruling All India Trinamool Congress, led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, and the Bharatiya Janata Party, which is aiming for a breakthrough in the state. The ruling party is seeking a fourth consecutive term, while the BJP is attempting …

Massive Turnout Amidst Mamata’s Attack on ECI

Massive Turnout Amidst Mamata’s Attack on ECI

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The second and final phase of the West Bengal Assembly Elections was set to conclude Wednesday with a massive voter turnout, even as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) levelled allegations of bias against the Election Commission of India (ECI) and central security forces. By 5 pm, the state recorded 89.99 per cent polling across 142 constituencies. Purba Bardhaman led the districts with 92.46 per cent turnout, followed by Hooghly (90.34 per cent) and Nadia (90.22 per cent), North 24 Parganas (89.74 per cent), South 24 parganas (89.57 per cent), Howrah (89.44 per cent), Kolkata North 87.77 per cent, and Kolkata South (86.11 per cent), Despite the tense atmosphere, no major casualties or large-scale violence were reported, marking a relatively peaceful end to the polling process. In the first phase held on April 23, polling was conducted across 152 constituencies, primarily covering North Bengal and parts of Central Bengal, recording a historic turnout of 93.19 per cent. The second and final phase on Wednesday saw voting in the remaining 142 seats across …