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CEO Vikas Raj has directed the Labour Department to initiate stringent action against managements, which do not declare holiday for their employees on November 30 to facilitate them to cast their vote

The poll panel had given its nod to the state government to disburse the rabi installment during the model code of conduct period on certain grounds.

The BJP said the poll panel should also direct the Chief Election Officer, Rajasthan, to file a criminal complaint and initiate criminal prosecution against Gandhi.

According to political analysts, there is a tough fight only between two mainstream political parties in the majority of assembly segments.

BRS general secretary Soma Bharath Kumar said the TPCC president Revanth Reddy should mind his language

Election Commission seized a total of Rs 439 crore worth cash, gold, liquor and other possible inducements, since the model code of conduct came into force in Telangana on October 9

Speaking on the occasion, Gautham said that the polling officers should play a vital role to ensure that the elections were held smoothly without any problems.

The Election Commission has also allowed journalists who have media passes through the Election Commission to exercise their right to vote through postal ballot in the election, the collector informed.

Facing youth and urban apathy with many preferring to stay home than turn up at polling stations to cast their votes, the EC appoints prominent Indians as national icons to motivate voters to participate in elections.

This election, first-time voters will be handling at least one polling station in each of the 15 constituencies in the Hyderabad district

On the directions of the poll panel, Telangana Chief Secretary on Friday issued orders for the transfer of officials.

Justices Oka and Mithal Dismiss BRS Party's Plea Against Election Symbols

In a complaint to the EC, minister Dadisetti Raja allege that 60 lakh fake votes were added during the Chandrababu rule and called for removing the names of voters who were not not eligible to vote

Election Commission is offering different services, including specially designed apps and portals for the convenience of voters, candidates and political parties this elections

The BRS had earlier approached the Delhi High Court and sought the removal of car-like symbols from the Election Commission's free symbols

In a letter addressed to Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, Congress president Lalsawta said that Sunday is a sacred day for the people of Mizoram, when no official programmes are held.

It strictly prohibits corrupt practices like bribing voters, voter intimidation, and canvassing near polling stations. Respect for individuals' private lives and homes is highlighted, discouraging demonstrations or picketing outside residences.

A total 5.6 crore electorates will exercise their votes to elect their MLAs in the 230-member Assembly constituencies. As per the Election Commission, candidates can withdraw their candidature by October 23.

Congress and BJP are the key players in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Telangana is expected to witness a triangular contest between the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi, Congress and BJP.

Elections will be held in Mizoram, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Telangana on various dates starting from November 7. The results will be announced on December 3, as per the Election Commission's announcement.