Should A Collegium Pick Election Commissioners?

The system of 'selecting' an election commissioner, which is before the Supreme Court, must be institutionalised.Aditi Phadnis reports. IMAGE: Election Commissioner Arun Goel, whose appointment......

Compulsory voting not practical, says CEC

Chief Election Commissioner Navin B Chawla on Monday said making voting compulsory was not 'practical' and maintained that the legislatures will have to take a call on the issue. He also said the......

EC gets into poll mode, requisitions 'outstanding' officer

As various parties go into poll mode, the Election Commission too, has requisitioned the services of its former deputy election commissioner, known for his excellent management skills, says Anita......

'Constitution must protect Election Commissioners'

Citing two "unwarranted episodes" including the demand by his predecessor for his removal, CEC Navin Chawla has written to the government urging for an early amendment of the Constitution to give......