News18 Evening Digest: ECI Announces SIR In 12 States, Discrepancies In Delhi Acid Attack Case & Top Stories

Last Updated:October 27, 2025, 18:13 IST

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In today’s evening digest, News18 brings you the latest updates like the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced to carry out Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voters’ list in 12 states and union territories; police are suspecting certain discrepancies in the Delhi acid attack survivor’s story, and other top news.

Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, UP, Bengal Among 12 States/UTs To Undergo Voter List Revision After Bihar

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced to carry out Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voters’ list in 12 states and union territories. While addressing a press conference, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said, “The first part was the Bihar SIR, which was conducted successfully. There were zero appeals in Bihar."

Discrepancies Emerge In Delhi Acid Attack Case: Accused’s Location Was Not Near Crime Scene

In another twist in the Delhi acid attack case, police are suspecting certain discrepancies in the survivor’s story. The probe is underway; however, no arrests have been made so far in connection with the case. As per the police, the location of the main accused was found to be away from the crime scene.

Aadhaar Optional For SIR In 12 States, UTs: Which Documents Can You Submit? Where To Check List?

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Monday announced the Election Commission’s pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voters’ list in 12 states and union territories.

Forensics Student, Ex Allegedly Kill Her Boyfriend Over Obscene Videos; Cover-Up Falls Apart

On October 6, a fire broke out in a fourth-floor flat in north Delhi’s Gandhi Vihar. Inside, firefighters discovered the charred remains of 32-year-old UPSC aspirant Ramkesh Meena. At first, it was believed to be a tragic accident caused by a suspected air-conditioner blast.

Faridabad Teen Blackmailed With Deepfake Videos Of His Sisters, Dies By Suicide

A 19-year-old college student from Baselwa Colony in Old Faridabad died by suicide after being blackmailed with AI-generated deepfake images and videos of him and his sisters, police said on Sunday.

Jay Bhanushali And Mahhi Vij Headed For Divorce After 14 Years Of Marriage: Report

Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij have reportedly decided to end their marriage after years of togetherness. According to a report in Hindustan Times, the popular television couple filed for divorce a few months ago, and the divorce papers were ‘signed and finalised’ in July-August 2025.

Shreyas Iyer Medically Stable, BCCI Says Scans Revealed ‘Laceration Injury To…’

Indian ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer sustained an injury to his left lower rib cage while fielding during the third match against Australia in Sydney on Saturday. The middle-order was immediately taken to a hospital for further medical evaluation.

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