In Nagpur's Wadi and Godhani local polls, family equations proved decisive. A husband-wife duo won as corporators, while Congress and BJP relied on generational ties. Voters prioritized personal credibility over party lines.
Nomination filing for Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections begins December 24. Parties finalize alliances as 15 PMC and 8 PCMC offices open for candidates. Read key details.
Elections for 23 municipal councils & nagar panchayats in Maharashtra concluded peacefully with 60-65% turnout. Counting for 286 civic bodies to be held Sunday. Details inside.
Maharashtra holds delayed civic polls in 35 municipal councils & nagar panchayats on Dec 20. Key contests in Nagpur & Amravati. Counting now on Dec 21. Get the latest updates.
State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare directs police and district officials to ensure free, fair, and peaceful polling and counting for municipal elections on December 20 and 21. Read the full story.
India and Oman jointly welcome the initial Gaza ceasefire plan, urging a two-state solution for lasting peace. Read the full diplomatic statement and analysis.
Maharashtra cabinet approves amendment to prevent election delays. Returning officer's nomination decision now final, curbing court appeals. Read how this impacts upcoming ZP and Panchayat Samiti polls.
Over 53 lakh voters in Telangana will cast ballots in the final phase of local body elections for 3,752 gram panchayats on Wednesday. State Election Commissioner urges high voter turnout.
Punjab & Haryana HC disposed of Congress MP Raja Warring's PIL seeking mandatory videography of Zila Parishad poll counting, noting the State Election Commission had already issued detailed instructions for the process.
Telangana's govt guarantees hit 15.1% of GSDP, far above national average. Experts warn of fiscal risks. Read about state-wise breakdown and sector exposure.
State Election Commission announces Nagpur civic polls for Jan 15, 2026, ending a 4-year administrator's rule. Polls face legal cloud over 54.3% reservation breach. Read key details.
MPPSC unveils its 2026 exam calendar, offering early clarity for aspirants. Key exams for State Services, Engineering, and Assistant Professor posts scheduled from Jan to Sept 2026. Plan your preparation now!
Mizoram CM Lalduhoma launched the State Focus Paper projecting a Rs 4,349.71 crore credit outlay for priority sectors. The plan highlights solar projects and the Rubber Mission's expansion. Discover the state's development roadmap.
Data shows 375 private schools in Karnataka migrated from state to CBSE syllabus between 2022-2024. Experts cite parental perception, flexible norms, and curriculum quality as key drivers. Explore the detailed analysis.
In Telangana's second phase of gram panchayat elections, 415 sarpanches and 8,304 ward members were elected unanimously. Kamareddy district leads in uncontested wins. Details from SEC inside.
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
Scrutiny for Punjab's Panchayat Samiti elections concludes with 206 candidates in the fray. Voting on June 9, results on June 11. Key details on nominations and process.
Congress petitions Punjab State Election Commission, alleging widespread violence and police complicity obstructed nominations for zila parishad and block samiti elections. Demands extension of deadline and probe.
Kerala State Election Commissioner A Shajahan reveals the panel's adjudicatory powers, Rs 200 crore poll expenditure, and why Kerala is a model for local self-governance. Read the full interview.
Tensions rise between Samajwadi Party and Congress in Uttar Pradesh as they contest panchayat and MLC polls separately, accusing each other of arrogance. Will their 2027 alliance survive?
In a significant development, the first phase of Telangana's gram panchayat elections sees 395 sarpanchs elected unanimously. Get the full details on withdrawals and uncontested wins here.
SAD MLA Ganieve Kaur Majithia accuses AAP govt of turning Punjab into a 'police state' to block opposition nominations for Block Samiti & Zila Parishad polls. She demands EC intervention.
State Election Commission defers civic polls after symbol allotment violations. Experts warn Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections face similar disruption unless rules are amended.
Punjab BJP accuses AAP of influencing officials to block opposition nominations in local body polls. The party demands mandatory videography of the entire election process for transparency.
Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole demands impeachment of State Election Commissioner over delays in local body polls, citing constitutional violation. Full details.
Three candidates file nominations for Phagwara Block Samiti elections in Jalandhar. Scrutiny on July 10, withdrawals by July 12, and voting on July 17. Get the latest updates.
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have become India's most aggressive borrowers in 2025, overshooting RBI limits by 190% and 122% respectively. Economists warn of severe long-term fiscal stress. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur division civic elections face major disruption as 39 seats are withdrawn. State Election Commission acts after 32 local bodies breach 50% reservation limit. Key details and implications inside.
State Election Commission delays polls for 3 municipal councils, 1 nagar panchayat & 78 councillor seats in Nashik division. Congress leader Thorat raises concerns. Details inside.
Gujarat's GST collection grew 9% to Rs 52,390 crore in April-November FY26. November saw Rs 6,723 crore GST, with enforcement revenue surging 61.7%. Read the full state tax report.