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The Election Commission (EC) has expressed confidence in its ‘robust’ counting mechanism for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar addressed allegations by Opposition parties of Returning Officers and District Magistrates being influenced to vitiate the poll process. Kumar denied these claims, inviting the Opposition to provide evidence and accusing them of creating a ‘fake narrative.’ The counting process will involve over 70 lakh personnel, with Central forces deployed in certain states to prevent post-poll violence. Postal ballots will be counted first, as per existing rules.

A Vistara flight traveling from Paris to Mumbai with 306 passengers on board received a bomb threat, prompting a full emergency declaration at Mumbai’s airport. The flight landed safely at 10:19 am on Sunday. Vistara confirmed the incident, stating that a handwritten note threatening a bomb was found on an airsickness bag. The airline immediately notified authorities and is cooperating with security agencies for mandatory checks.

In preparation for the Korea-Africa Summit, security measures at Seoul’s Gimpo Airport will be significantly increased from June 1 to 6. Enhanced security inspections, pre-check restrictions, and increased personnel will be implemented. Travelers are advised to arrive two hours prior to their international flights and utilize the “Smart Airports” app for real-time updates. Economic and tourism implications may arise, so businesses should prepare accordingly.

India has witnessed a surge in bomb threats across various locations, causing widespread concern and disruption. The incidents have targeted airports, schools, railway facilities, hospitals, and government buildings, prompting thorough investigations and security measures.

Ergon Thrift employees in Riverview, New Brunswick, have been experiencing frequent theft and vandalism of their donation bins. The thieves have emptied the bins, leaving clothes strewn across the parking lot, and caused significant damage to the locks. This issue has also affected other thrift stores in the area, such as Dayzee’s Fashion, which has had to reduce the number of bins it places in the community due to excessive theft and vandalism. Local organizations that rely on donation bins for fundraising, such as the IWK Children’s Hospital Foundation, have also been impacted by this problem. Property owners are increasingly asking thrift stores to remove their bins due to the mess and damage they cause. Despite efforts to improve security, the cost of each bin has increased significantly, putting a strain on these organizations’ budgets.

The controversial NYC-Dublin portal has reopened after a brief closure, promising a smoother experience with new guidelines in place. Previously plagued by unsettling incidents, the real-time portal now features a time limit of 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and increased security measures, including fencing, spacing decals, and large security cameras for continuous monitoring.

Security has been beefed up in parts of Delhi in anticipation of two separate rallies by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Approximately 3,000 police personnel will be deployed to ensure law and order is maintained. Multi-layered security arrangements will be implemented, including personnel from SPG, Delhi Police, and local law enforcement.

The Outer Manipur Lok Sabha constituency witnessed a 33.22% voter turnout till 11 am on Friday during the second phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Polling was underway at 857 polling stations across 13 assembly segments in eight districts. The Tengnoupal assembly segment recorded the highest turnout at 45.28%, while the Jiribam assembly segment had the lowest at 23.24%. A total of four candidates are contesting in the Outer Manipur constituency, including NPF’s K Timothy Zimik, Congress’s Alfred Kanngam Arthur, and Independents S Kho John and Alyson Abonmai. The BJP has extended support to its ally, NPF, and has not fielded a candidate. Over 4.84 lakh voters are eligible to cast their votes in this phase, and heightened security arrangements have been implemented to ensure a fair and peaceful election process.

Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) personnel from CISF, BSF, and CRPF have been deployed in Andhra Pradesh to ensure security for the upcoming Assembly Elections. They are patrolling vulnerable areas, conducting door-to-door visits, and checking vehicles for illegal transportation of liquor, cash, and valuables. Police and election authorities are also educating villagers on the importance of voting and appealing to them to exercise their franchise without fear.

Following hours-long closures, Karachi’s main thoroughfares have been reopened, with the exception of Sharae Faisal, which remains partially closed for security reasons during Iranian President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi’s visit. A comprehensive security plan involving the deployment of over 3,847 police officers and officials has been implemented to ensure the safety of the foreign dignitaries.