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ECI Approves Home Voting for Elderly and Disabled in 2026 Elections

Official Press

30 Mar 2026

The Election Commission of India has announced and commenced home voting for over 2.37 lakh voters in the 2026 Legislative Assembly elections across Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. This convenience is extended to voters above 85 years and Persons with Disabilities, under Section 60(c) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The home voting process, ensuring vote secrecy and transparency through videography, is underway and will conclude by April 5, 2026.

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Prime Minister Praises Sikkim's Progress at 50th Year of Statehood Celebration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a gathering during the closing ceremony of Sikkim's 50th Year of Statehood celebrations in Gangtok. He praised the state for its progress in tourism, infrastructure, and organic farming, while highlighting ongoing projects aimed at boosting Sikkim's development. Modi emphasized the importance

India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement: A Strategic Milestone

India and New Zealand have signed a historic Free Trade Agreement that eliminates duties on 100% of Indian exports, enhances investment, and creates employment opportunities across various sectors. The agreement strengthens bilateral economic and strategic cooperation, emphasizing MSMEs and women-led enterprises, while maintaining protection for key interests in agriculture and

Kashmir Prepares for Significant Developmental Milestone with PMGSY-IV Launch

Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the second batch of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV in Srinagar, marking a major infrastructure push in Jammu & Kashmir. The initiative, aimed at building 330 roads and fostering rural prosperity, will benefit 363 habitations across the region. Source: Original Link

Indian Railways Launches Two New Amrit Bharat Express Trains

Indian Railways is set to launch two new weekly Amrit Bharat Express trains connecting Uttar Pradesh with Maharashtra via Madhya Pradesh. The Banaras-Pune (Hadapsar) and Ayodhya-Mumbai (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus) services aim to enhance regional connectivity, cater to low- and middle-income families, and provide direct links between key spiritual and cultural

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Prime Minister Praises Sikkim's Progress at 50th Year of Statehood Celebration

India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement: A Strategic Milestone

Kashmir Prepares for Significant Developmental Milestone with PMGSY-IV Launch

Indian Railways Launches Two New Amrit Bharat Express Trains