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Election Commission Updates on Enumeration Phase for Special Intensive Revision

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The Election Commission has provided a daily bulletin detailing the progress of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Phase II, which is part of the electoral roll update across various states and union territories in India. The enumeration phase, spanning from November 4 to December 11, 2025, includes detailed information on the distribution and digitization status of Elector-specific Enumeration Forms (EFs). Several states have already achieved near-completion of the distribution and digitization processes, ensuring that the electoral register is accurate and up-to-date ahead of upcoming elections. Notable progress is observed in larger states such as Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, which feature high digitization accuracy.

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Union Budget 2026-27: Key Direct Tax Proposals for Simplifying Penalty and Prosecution Processes

The Union Budget 2026-27, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, outlines direct tax measures aimed at simplifying penalty and prosecution processes. Key proposals include integrating assessment and penalty proceedings to reduce multiplicity, providing retrospective immunity from prosecution for non-disclosure of certain foreign assets, and converting penalties for technical defaults into