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An FIR in Karnataka's Vijayapura has brought alleged voter-record manipulation under scrutiny. Here's what is known and why verification matters.

The October 2026 by-elections produced significant results across several states and a Union Territory. The outcomes provide new constituency-level evidence about the performance of regional parties and established political organisations.

Voting is underway in the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly constituencies on October 6, putting Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay before their first major bypoll test since forming the government.

The October 23 Karnataka Legislative Council elections will test how effectively BJP and JD(S) can transfer their respective voter bases to alliance candidates, with the NDA seeking to retain all four Teachers’ and Graduates’ seats.

The R Veeramani POCSO case has become a major political issue in Tamil Nadu after questions were raised over the earlier police investigation. With a fresh SIT probe, arrests and political attacks between Vijay and M K Stalin, the case has raised wider questions about police accountability and the handling of serious allegations.

Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar has alleged that BJP and JD(S) figures were involved in attempts to delete eligible voters through bulk Form-7 applications during the SIR exercise. Multiple complaints and FIRs have emerged over disputed voter-deletion applications, while election authorities have directed officials to investigate false submissions.

AAP has suspended Maur MLA Sukhveer Singh Maiserkhana after he raised concerns about teacher shortages in government schools attended by his children. The party disputes his allegations and cites school records showing 25 of 30 sanctioned teaching posts were filled. The controversy has intensified opposition criticism of the Bhagwant Mann government ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections.

Maharashtra's decision to declare 265 talukas drought-affected has triggered questions from both ruling alliance leaders and the Opposition. While some areas represented by Mahayuti leaders have been excluded, the MVA has questioned the transparency of the assessment process.

Discussions between Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) have intensified, with reports suggesting alliance talks and possible Cabinet representation. However, no official announcement has been made by either party.

Pargat Singh's appointment marks a significant organisational transition for the Punjab Congress ahead of the 2027 Assembly election. His experience as an MLA, former minister and former international hockey captain will now be combined with the responsibility of strengthening the party's state organisation and coordinating its election preparations.

Electoral rolls determine who is registered to vote in a constituency. Understanding registration and verification procedures helps citizens check their details and identify issues before elections.

The Model Code of Conduct establishes guidelines for political parties and candidates during elections. It covers campaign behaviour, public resources and expectations for responsible political competition.