The Election Commission of India (ECI) conducted a comprehensive review of poll preparedness in Tamil Nadu ahead of the forthcoming Legislative Assembly Elections. Chief Election Commissioner Shri Gyanesh Kumar, along with Election Commissioners Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Dr. Vivek Joshi, led the high-level meetings in Chennai on Wednesday. Interaction…
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ECI Annual Sports Week 2026 Begins in Delhi
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday inaugurated its Annual Sports Week 2026 at the Commonwealth Games (CWG) Sports Complex in Delhi, with Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar underlining the shared values between sportsmanship and democratic integrity. The week-long event, organised by the Recreation Club of…
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India’s Exports Rise 6.15% to $720.76B in Apr-Jan
New Delhi: India’s cumulative exports, including merchandise and services, reached an estimated US$ 720.76 billion during April-January 2025-26, registering a 6.15% growth compared to US$ 679.02 billion in the same period last year. According to official trade data released on Monday, total imports during the period stood at US$ 823.41…
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IICDEM 2026 Concludes With Adoption of Delhi Declaration
New Delhi: The three-day International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026 concluded at Bharat Mandapam with the unanimous adoption of the Delhi Declaration 2026, reaffirming global commitment to free, fair, and credible elections. Organised by the Election Commission of India (ECI), the landmark conference brought together Heads of…
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CEC Gyanesh Kumar Highlights India’s Democratic Strength in Stockholm
India’s Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Shri Gyanesh Kumar addressed a distinguished gathering at the Swedish Institute of International Affairs (UI) in Stockholm on Thursday, offering an in-depth look into India’s democratic evolution, electoral innovations, and the nation’s enduring commitment to democratic values. His visit also marked a significant milestone as…
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CEC Gyanesh Kumar to Head International IDEA
New Delhi / Stockholm, December 1, 2025: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar is set to assume the Chairship of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) at the Council meeting in Stockholm on December 3, 2025. India a founding member of International IDEA will lead the…
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ECI Invites Public Input to Boost ECINet Election Platform
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has opened a nationwide call for public feedback to improve the ECINet mobile application, marking a major step toward strengthening the transparency, efficiency, and accessibility of India’s digital electoral systems. Citizens across the country can download the ECINet app and submit suggestions through the…
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CEC Gyanesh Kumar Receives IIT Kanpur Alumni Award
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Shri Gyanesh Kumar was conferred with the prestigious Distinguished Alumni Award (DAA) by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur during its 66th Foundation Day celebration held at the institute’s campus. The Distinguished Alumni Award, instituted in 1989, is IIT Kanpur’s highest recognition for its alumni…
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ECI Mobilises 348 Observers for Smooth Bihar Assembly Polls
New Delhi, October 31, 2025: The Election Commission of India (ECI) convened a video-conference with all 348 observers deployed for both phases of the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections, undertaking a comprehensive review of election-day arrangements and voter facilitation measures. Chief Election Commissioner Shri Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Dr. Sukhbir…
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ECI Orders Strict Vigil for Peaceful Bihar Elections
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday reviewed inter-State border preparedness for the forthcoming Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 and directed heightened vigilance to ensure a peaceful, inducement-free poll. The high-level coordination meeting brought together Chief Secretaries, DGPs and Home Principal Secretaries of Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal,…