Opposition leaders have fiercely criticized the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging it's a 'vote theft' tactic to favor the BJP. Accusations of government pressure and manipulation of voter lists have surfaced, with concerns raised about the transparency and fairness of the process, particularly following similar exercises in Bihar.
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Jawaharlal Nehru University's Election Committee has finalized the candidate list for the 2025-26 Students' Union polls, with twenty contestants vying for four central panel posts. A triangular contest is expected between the Left alliance, ABVP, and NSUI, alongside independent and smaller group candidates. Polling is scheduled for November 4, with results anticipated by November 6.
Durgapur gang rape survivor identified five accused during a Test Identification parade at the correctional home. The sixth accused, known to the survivor, was not part of the parade. The investigation is progressing well, with police focusing on the roles of those involved in the rape and subsequent extortion.
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