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EU Ambassador Urges Montenegrin Political Reforms
Politicsvijesti-me1d ago

EU Ambassador Urges Montenegrin Political Reforms

EU Ambassador Oana Cristina Popa urged Montenegrin political parties to quickly and responsibly elect missing members of the Judicial Council, establish the Central Election Commission, and pass constitutional amendments with broad political support.

BiH Election Commission Issues Fines for Campaign Violations
Politicsklix-ba5d ago

BiH Election Commission Issues Fines for Campaign Violations

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK) has imposed fines totaling 56,000 KM for violations of the country's Election Law, including premature campaigning. The PSS party and Draško Stanivuković received the most significant penalties.

Bosnian politician opposes new election technologies
Technologyklix-ba9d ago

Bosnian politician opposes new election technologies

Nikola Špirić, Deputy Speaker of the House of Peoples of the BiH Parliamentary Assembly, claims that the Central Election Commission is introducing confusion and new technologies that could favor certain parties in the upcoming election campaign.

Supreme Court Seeks Data on Bengal SIR Appeal Disposals
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-express14d ago2 sources

Supreme Court Seeks Data on Bengal SIR Appeal Disposals

The Supreme Court has requested data from the Election Commission regarding the disposal of appeals against voter deletions during the Bengal Special Electoral Roll Revision (SIR). The court declined to set a specific timeline for the data submission.

Transparency International Warns of Budget Misuse in BiH Elections
Worlddanasklix-ba19d ago2 sources

Transparency International Warns of Budget Misuse in BiH Elections

Transparency International has issued a warning about the misuse of 45 million KM in budget funds ahead of elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, noting that the Central Election Commission has not imposed sanctions despite reports of officials like Dodik using state resources for campaigning.

Mary Rivera, Actress in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home,' Dies at 82
BusinessThe Guardiancbcberlingske+22Business Insiderforbesindex-hrobservadorTimes of Indiavarietyhollywood-reporterindian-express+14 more21d ago25 sources

Mary Rivera, Actress in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home,' Dies at 82

Mary Rivera, known for her role as Ned's grandmother in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home,' has passed away at the age of 82. Her death was reported by multiple entertainment news outlets.

Supreme Court Questions Exclusion of CJI from CEC Selection Panel
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-express26d ago2 sources

Supreme Court Questions Exclusion of CJI from CEC Selection Panel

The Supreme Court of India has questioned the government regarding the exclusion of the Chief Justice of India from the panel responsible for selecting the Chief Election Commissioner. The court emphasized the importance of fairness in the selection process.

Over 48,000 Voters Registered for Bosnian Elections Abroad
Politicsklix-ban1-bih26d ago2 sources

Over 48,000 Voters Registered for Bosnian Elections Abroad

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) has registered 48,074 voters for elections from outside the country, while rejecting 5,548 applications. This data reflects the participation of the diaspora in the upcoming elections.

Russia's Anti-War Yabloko Party Registered for State Duma Elections
Politicspublicodnevnik-bgMoscow Times+1meduza27d ago4 sources

Russia's Anti-War Yabloko Party Registered for State Duma Elections

Russia's Central Election Commission has registered the anti-war Yabloko party, allowing it to field pro-peace candidates in the upcoming State Duma elections. This decision enables a party critical of the war in Ukraine to participate in the electoral process.

Negeri Sembilan Early Voter Turnout Exceeds 80% for State Polls
Politicsmalay-mail28d ago

Negeri Sembilan Early Voter Turnout Exceeds 80% for State Polls

Early voting for the Negeri Sembilan state elections saw a strong turnout, with over 80% of eligible security personnel and their spouses casting their ballots by 2 PM on the day of early voting. The Election Commission had initially targeted a 75% overall voter turnout for the Saturday polls.

Azad Kashmir Elections Underway Amidst Security Measures
Politicsexpress-tribune1mo ago

Azad Kashmir Elections Underway Amidst Security Measures

The first phase of elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) is taking place, with security tightened across districts like Mirpur, Bhimber, and Kotli. The Election Commission has urged public participation, confirming that security, logistics, and polling arrangements are complete.

CIK BiH Fines SDS, DNZ, and SNSD, Including Dodik, for Election Law Violations
Politicsklix-ban1-bih1mo ago2 sources

CIK BiH Fines SDS, DNZ, and SNSD, Including Dodik, for Election Law Violations

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) has imposed fines on the Serbian Democratic Party (SDS), Democratic National Community (DNZ), and Alliance of Independent Social Democrats (SNSD) for violating the Election Law, specifically citing Dodik for making false claims about scanners and rigged elections.

Awaam Pakistan Challenges ECP Delisting Decision
PoliticsDawnexpress-tribune13d ago2 sources

Awaam Pakistan Challenges ECP Delisting Decision

The Awaam Pakistan party has challenged the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) decision to delist it, calling the move unwarranted. The party is seeking an urgent hearing to contest the delisting.

Wong Chen Resigns as Subang MP, Joins Bersama Party
Politicsmalay-mail13d ago

Wong Chen Resigns as Subang MP, Joins Bersama Party

Wong Chen has resigned from his position as the Member of Parliament for Subang and subsequently joined the Bersama party. The Election Commission has confirmed that there will be no by-election for the Subang constituency.

Bangladesh Sets August 20 for Presidential Poll
Politicsndtv19d ago

Bangladesh Sets August 20 for Presidential Poll

Bangladesh has scheduled its presidential election for August 20, following the exit of Mohammed Shahabuddin, with the Election Commission overseeing the procedure for parliament members to elect the head of state.

PML-N's e-buses spark election code debate in AJK
Politicsexpress-tribune1mo ago

PML-N's e-buses spark election code debate in AJK

The introduction of electric buses by PML-N has triggered a debate regarding the election code in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The AJK Election Commission has issued warnings against new schemes and the utilization of state resources.

Bosnian Intellectuals Protest Changes to Election Ballots for Presidency
Worldklix-ba1mo ago

Bosnian Intellectuals Protest Changes to Election Ballots for Presidency

The 'Krug 99' association of independent intellectuals in Bosnia and Herzegovina has sharply protested the Central Election Commission's decision regarding the appearance of ballots for the BiH Presidency, specifically the removal of ethnic designations like 'Bosniak', 'Serb', and 'Croat'.

Democratic Party's Financial Woes Reportedly Worsen
Politicszerohedge1mo ago

Democratic Party's Financial Woes Reportedly Worsen

Reports indicate that the financial situation of the Democratic Party is more precarious than previously understood, with money problems being an open secret for months according to Federal Election Commission filings.

NCPI Recognition by EC Sparks Opposition Walkout
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

NCPI Recognition by EC Sparks Opposition Walkout

The recognition of the NCPI by the Election Commission has led to an opposition walkout, with Sudip Bandyopadhyay defending the decision. Rijiju questioned the opposition's objection to the NCPI seeking recognition.

Ex-CEC's Manmohan Singh Claim Sparks Row
Politicshindustan-times1mo ago

Ex-CEC's Manmohan Singh Claim Sparks Row

Former Chief Election Commissioner SY Quraishi's claim that then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh threatened suicide over Congress leaders' attacks on the Election Commission has sparked a controversy.

Lithuanian Party 'Nemuno aušra' to Appeal Election Commission Decision
Politicsdelfi-lt5d ago

Lithuanian Party 'Nemuno aušra' to Appeal Election Commission Decision

The Lithuanian political party 'Nemuno aušra' (Dawn of Nemunas) and its leader Remigijus Žemaitaitis will appeal the Central Election Commission's (VRK) decision. The VRK found that the party grossly violated the law by accepting money from illegal funding sources during the 2024 parliamentary and presidential election campaigns.

TI BiH Criticizes RS Government's Pre-Election Payments to Pensioners
Worldn1-bih5d ago

TI BiH Criticizes RS Government's Pre-Election Payments to Pensioners

Transparency International Bosnia and Herzegovina (TI BiH) reports that the Central Election Commission will not initiate proceedings regarding the Republika Srpska Government's decision to distribute one-off payments of 80 and 120 KM to pensioners, a practice observed in previous election years.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Outlines General Election Voting Process
Politicsklix-ban1-bih7d ago2 sources

Bosnia and Herzegovina Outlines General Election Voting Process

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina has detailed the voting process for the upcoming General Elections, which will include finger scanning before receiving a ballot. Additionally, 20 diplomatic-consular missions have been designated for voting abroad.

Russia's Anti-War Yabloko Party Barred from State Duma Elections
Worldla-repubblicaaktuality-skdnevnik-bg+1meduza7d ago4 sources

Russia's Anti-War Yabloko Party Barred from State Duma Elections

Russia's Central Election Commission has removed the anti-war Yabloko party from the ballot for the upcoming State Duma elections. The party's appeal against the decision was rejected, effectively barring the only anti-war party from participating.

Bihar Assembly Polls Record Higher Turnout Than Western Nations
Businesseconomic-timesTimes of Indiamoneycontrol9d ago3 sources

Bihar Assembly Polls Record Higher Turnout Than Western Nations

Bihar's assembly polls in 2025 recorded a higher voter turnout than the US, UK, and France, according to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This achievement is attributed to the successful implementation of the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program.

Bosnian Election Commission Adopts Biometric Data Regulations
Worldklix-ba12d ago

Bosnian Election Commission Adopts Biometric Data Regulations

The Central Election Commission (CIK) of Bosnia and Herzegovina has adopted new regulations concerning the secure electronic transmission and processing of data, including the use of biometric voter identity verification systems. The rules stipulate that fingerprints will be protected and deleted after elections.

Bosnian Election Commission Clarifies Voting Process for Scanners
Worldklix-ba14d ago

Bosnian Election Commission Clarifies Voting Process for Scanners

The Central Election Commission (CIK) of Bosnia and Herzegovina has clarified the voting process, stating that citizens must fill in circles on ballots for scanners to recognize them. This explanation aims to ensure proper ballot processing for upcoming elections.

Nigerian Election Commission Extends Deadline for Candidate Lists
Politicsvanguard-ng16d ago

Nigerian Election Commission Extends Deadline for Candidate Lists

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for the submission of gubernatorial and assembly candidates' lists. This decision comes as a chieftain of the NDC urged INEC and security agencies to ensure a fair and peaceful election in Osun.

UPSSSC Publishes 2026 Exam Calendar and Interview Schedule
Businessindian-express21d ago

UPSSSC Publishes 2026 Exam Calendar and Interview Schedule

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has published its examination calendar for 2026 on its official website, upsssc.gov.in. The calendar includes recruitment exam dates and interview schedules for various positions.

Senator Schumer Proposes New Anti-Corruption Agency
WorldFox News26d ago

Senator Schumer Proposes New Anti-Corruption Agency

Senator Chuck Schumer has unveiled a proposal for a new anti-corruption agency, which would possess subpoena power and replace existing government ethics and election commissions, targeting Trump and future presidents.

PML-N Leads in First Phase of AJK Elections Amid Rigging Allegations
WorldDawnexpress-tribune27d ago2 sources

PML-N Leads in First Phase of AJK Elections Amid Rigging Allegations

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has reportedly outpaced the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in the first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections. The PPP has accused the AJK Election Commission of facilitating rigging during the polls.

Partisan Appointments Threaten Election Integrity in Montenegro
Politicsvijesti-me1mo ago

Partisan Appointments Threaten Election Integrity in Montenegro

The idea of preventing partisan individuals from overseeing elections is close to collapse in Montenegro, as criteria for electoral experience are being marked as alternative, potentially allowing more party-affiliated people into the State Election Commission.

Montenegro Administrative Board Fails to Elect CIK Members
Politicsvijesti-me1mo ago

Montenegro Administrative Board Fails to Elect CIK Members

The Administrative Board in Montenegro failed to elect members for the State Election Commission (CIK) because the Commission could not compile a list of candidates for president and four members due to legal requirements for experience in electoral processes.

South Korea Election Office Raided in Vote Turnout Probe
Politicsle-figarochannel-news-asia1mo ago2 sources

South Korea Election Office Raided in Vote Turnout Probe

Investigators in South Korea have raided the national election commission's office amid suspicions of manipulated voter turnout figures. The probe aims to determine if erroneous participation rates were reported.

Montenegro Court Rules Spajić Was Unjustly Excluded from Presidential Race
Politicsvijesti-mecdm-me1mo ago2 sources

Montenegro Court Rules Spajić Was Unjustly Excluded from Presidential Race

Montenegrin politician Milojko Spajić announced a first-instance court ruling confirming that the State Election Commission (DIK) discriminated against him by excluding him from the presidential race. Spajić stated that the decision validates his earlier claims of being unfairly disadvantaged.

ECP Withdraws Election Symbol of Banned TLP
Politicsexpress-tribune1mo ago

ECP Withdraws Election Symbol of Banned TLP

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has revoked the election symbol of the banned Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), citing that the party's intra-party elections were not conducted in accordance with its constitution.