ECI extends SIR dates for Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya; pilot attacked in flydubai altercation

The Election Commission of India met for the second time in four days and extended the dates for Special Identity Register (SIR) updates in Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya, indicating ongoing electoral roll revision. Separately, an Indian national pilot was attacked during a flydubai altercation, though details remain unclear. The ECI move signals continued administrative focus on electoral preparedness in these states.