Himachal Governor: Ban on Drug Peddlers May Invite Court Intervention
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla raises legal concerns over Himachal's move to bar alleged drug peddlers from Gram Panchayat elections, suggesting courts should decide eligibility.
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Vikramaditya Supports Villagers on Land Acquisition for Shimla Township
Himachal Pradesh PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh supports Bagi Gram Panchayat resolution against land acquisition for Jathiya Devi mountain township, says authorities must explore alternatives if villagers refuse to sell fertile agricultural land.
Madikeri Villagers Protest Asphalt Plant Health Hazards
Residents of Echur Kunda village in Ponnampet taluk staged a dharna against an asphalt and cement mixing plant, citing severe health issues and pollution. They demand immediate closure of the unit.
Goa Rights Panel Slams Panchayat Eviction Notice
The Goa Human Rights Commission has declared a Socorro panchayat eviction notice against a van driver accused of sexual abuse as illegal. The commission ordered its removal within 48 hours.
Goa Cabinet Approves Panchayat Act Amendments for MLA, ZP Roles
The Goa state cabinet has approved amendments to the Panchayat Raj Act, allowing MLAs and ZP members to attend gram sabhas with voting rights only if they are members. The bill also clarifies the panchayat secretary's authority and protects certain buildi
Second Arrest in Yavatmal Fake Birth Registrations Scam
Yavatmal police arrest second accused in massive fake birth & death certificate scam. Details on the hacking of the Civil Registration System and the ongoing SIT probe revealed. Read the full investigation.
Karnataka Zilla, Taluk Panchayat Polls Delimitation Soon
Karnataka's State Election Commission aims to finalize delimitation and reservation for Zilla and Taluk Panchayat polls within a month. Key steps for the crucial local body elections detailed.
BJP Supports Mandya Villagers Protesting Merger into Municipality
BJP leaders join Gejjalagere villagers in Mandya to oppose the proposed merger into Maddur city municipality, citing loss of rural identity and unfair tax burdens. Read the full story.
Telangana Police Case After 300 Stray Dogs Killed
Telangana police register a case against nine individuals for the alleged poisoning of 300 stray dogs. Activists accuse village officials of hiring men for the act. Read the full details.
Shimla village passes resolution against Jathiya Devi township
Gram Panchayat Bagi near Shimla refuses to give land for the proposed Jathiya Devi mountain township. 280 families sign resolution against the Rs 1,374-crore project, citing threat to agricultural and forest land. Read the full story.
Telangana Seeks ₹3,000 Cr Pending Grants from Centre
Telangana govt urges Centre to release ₹3,000 crore in withheld Finance Commission grants for village panchayats. Minister may visit Delhi if funds delayed. Read details.
HC Orders FIR in Prayagraj DOB Forgery Scandal
Allahabad High Court directs police to file FIR against man and panchayat officials for manipulating date of birth from 1994 to 2005. Shocking fabrication of documents exposed.
How Women-Led Gram Panchayats Are Transforming Rural India
From Arjuni's equal wages to Narada's green economy, discover how women-led gram panchayats are driving a historic transformation in rural governance, health, and sustainability.
Massive Data Scam: Over 33,600 Fake Records in Yavatmal
A massive data fraud involving over 33,600 fake birth and death records has been uncovered in two Yavatmal villages. Officials reveal the Civil Registration System was hacked. Read the shocking details.
Document Verification Ongoing at Kogilu GBA, Bengaluru
The Kogilu Gram Panchayat Building Association is verifying over 1,000 documents for site allotments. Officials confirm the process is ongoing to ensure transparency. Read the latest updates.
NREGA Workers Fear Exclusion as Gram Panchayats Lose Power
MGNREGA workers in Karnataka fear mass exclusion and poor wages as central allocations override gram panchayat decisions. Learn about the scheme's critical changes.
Congress Seeks Panchayat Samiti Re-delimitation in Ajmer
Ajmer's District Rural Congress petitions for re-delimitation of panchayat samitis, alleging BJP pressure and violation of Election Commission rules. Details inside.
SC Upholds Rajasthan Panchayat Delimitation, Dismisses Plea
Supreme Court dismisses SLP against Rajasthan panchayat delimitation, upholding HC order. Elections to proceed and be completed by April 15. Key details inside.
Amritsar Gram Panchayat Polls on Jan 18 for Vacant Posts
Elections for vacant Gram Panchayat posts in Amritsar district will be held on January 18. The State Election Commission has announced the schedule for 28 wards. Find key dates and details here.
Punjab villagers confront MP over VB-GRAM G law
Kansuha Khurd villagers publicly question MP Ravneet Bittu on VB-GRAM G, the law replacing MGNREGA. They demand written answers before the Jan 6 gram sabha, citing fears over funding and rights.
Renovated 80-Year-Old Building Becomes Davanagere's Model Library
An 80-year-old British-era building in Neralage, Davanagere, is now a modern library with 3600 books, computers, and a TV room, fostering a strong reading culture. Discover this rural transformation!
Hisar Village Cleans Water Tanks as Officials Fail
Mingni Khera villagers in Hisar, tired of official inaction, clean contaminated water tanks themselves. Read how local bodies stepped up to avert a health crisis.
Women Drivers Revolutionise Sanitation in Mandya Taluk
Women in Malavalli taluk are now leading sanitation services in 22 gram panchayats, managing door-to-door waste collection and driving cleanliness initiatives. Discover how this change is shaping public health.
Mandya GPs Must Set Up Record Archives by Jan 31
Mandya CEO KR Nandini mandates all gram panchayats to establish proper record archives by Jan 31, 2026, following missing files. The move aims to strengthen document management and support e-governance. Read more.
Maharashtra ZP, Panchayat Samiti Polls Likely in Feb
Maharashtra State Election Commission plans elections for 12 Zilla Parishads and 125 Panchayat Samitis in early February. Key details on schedule, political significance, and security measures.
Ajmer villagers protest panchayat, school relocation
Residents of Chundari and Pachhipala in Ajmer staged separate protests against shifting key facilities, warning of larger agitation over safety and accessibility concerns. Read more.
Karnataka Local Body Polls to Be Held This Year: Shivakumar
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar confirms all pending local body elections, including Zilla and Taluk Panchayats, will be conducted in 2026. Get the latest updates on the election schedule and political preparations.
Karnataka's Local Governance Stalls Without Funds, Elected Bodies
Karnataka's gram panchayats battle a massive resource crunch due to a lack of central funds and elected local bodies, stalling grassroots governance. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra's VBG Ram G Act Gives Villagers Development Power
Maharashtra's new VBG Ram G Act empowers villagers to decide local development works. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis announces the landmark legislation for grassroots governance.
Karnataka Local Body Polls Scheduled for 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
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