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.
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Two die after dialysis at Haripad hospital, probe ordered
Two patients died after developing complications during dialysis at Govt Taluk Hospital, Haripad. Alappuzha DMO launches investigation as four others fell ill. Read the full report.
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 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.
Goa sarpanch disqualified, secretary sacked over fatal fire
Goa's panchayat directorate disqualifies Arpora-Nagoa sarpanch for 5 years, dismisses secretary over lapses leading to 25 deaths in Birch by Romeo Lane fire. Read the full order details.
Rajasthan Panchayat Poll Draft Roll Jan 29, Final Feb 25
Rajasthan State Election Commission announces key dates for Panchayati Raj electoral rolls. Draft list on Jan 29, final publication Feb 25. Get the latest guidelines for enumerator appointments.
First-of-its-kind childcare centre opens in Kalaburagi
Azim Premji Foundation launches a unique childcare centre in Ijeri village, Kalaburagi, for children of agricultural labourers. Plan to open 40 more centres in the region.
Ponda Deputy Collector Orders Crackdown on Illegal Scrapyards
Ponda deputy collector Kaushik D Amonkar directs Kavlem panchayat to use its powers against illegal scrapyards following repeated fire incidents. Compliance report due by Jan 14.
Congress, BJP join hands to keep Left out of Kerala panchayat
In a dramatic turn, Congress members in Kerala's Mattathur panchayat resigned and allied with BJP to elect a rebel as president, prompting CM Vijayan to warn of a 'dangerous drift'. Full details inside.
Drinking water crisis hits 35 villages in Chamarajanagar
A severe drinking water shortage has impacted 35 villages in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district prematurely. With groundwater depleted, tankers are deployed as the crisis looms.
Congress expels 8 as BJP support wins Mattathur panchayat
Congress expels 8 members after BJP backing helps independent win Mattathur panchayat presidency, ending LDF's 23-year rule. Political slugfest erupts over opportunistic alliances.
Invalid Vote Swings Kannur Panchayat Poll, UDF Wins Presidency
In a dramatic twist, an invalid vote by a CPM member handed UDF the presidency in Munderi panchayat, home turf of CPM leader K K Ragesh. Get the full details on the cliffhanger local body elections.
UDF Gains in Malabar Panchayats After Election Surprises
UDF secures control in three Kerala panchayats after unexpected vote shifts and lucky draws in Vadakara, Muppainad, and Moodadi. Read the full story of the political twists.
Congress Defections in Thrissur Panchayat Spark 'Operation Kamala' Row
Eight Congress members in Mattathur panchayat resigned, helping a BJP-backed independent win the president's post. KPCC expels members, alleges political sabotage. Read the full story.
Udupi Villagers Demand Flood-Preventing Desilting Work
Residents of seven villages in Brahmavar taluk threaten mass protest if the government fails to desilt a natural water stream within 15 days, fearing annual artificial floods.
Two Boys Drown in Belagavi Canal While Herding Sheep
Two 10-year-old boys drowned in a canal in Belagavi's Padamandi village while herding sheep. The tragic incident occurred on Friday morning. Read the full report.
Defunct Anti-Poaching Camps Raise Wildlife Concerns in Belagavi
Over 15 anti-poaching camps in Khanapur taluk have been non-operational for nearly three years, raising alarm over wildlife safety and giving poachers a free run. Read more.
Truck Driver Dies in Mandya Quarry Accident
A tipper truck driver died after his vehicle fell into a deep, water-filled stone quarry in Nagamangala, Mandya. Rescue ops face challenges. Police investigate.
Udupi RDPR Sports Meet & Cultural Fest from Jan 8
Udupi gears up for a 3-day sports meet & cultural festival for panchayat officials from Jan 8-10. Cricket, athletics & cultural programmes planned. Get all details.
Eyewitnesses Describe Panic in Karnataka Bus Fire Rescue
Eyewitnesses recount the terrifying moments as a bus caught fire in Karnataka after an accident. Read about the heroic rescue attempts and the tragic loss of life.
Chitradurga Accident: 5 Dead, DNA Tests for Identification
Five bodies retrieved from Chitradurga accident site, DNA testing ordered for identification. 20 injured undergoing treatment across three hospitals. Latest updates on the tragic Karnataka road mishap.
Three Blackbucks Killed in Kadur, Forest Dept Investigates
Forest officials in Chikkamagaluru investigate the killing of three blackbucks with bullet injuries in Kadur taluk. DCF Ramesh Babu rules out local farmer involvement, citing religious beliefs. Read for details.
Kudremukh Tribal Families Without Power, Face Relocation Choice
Around 120 families, including Malekudiya tribals, in Karnataka's Kudremukh National Park lack electricity. The state offers a Rs 75 lakh electrification plan or a compensation package for relocation, sparking a debate on tribal welfare vs. forest conserv
Car tyre burst in Koppal injures eight people
A car tyre burst in Sriramanagar, Koppal, led to a chain collision involving a school bus and a motorcycle. Eight injured, three critical. Details inside.
Infosys sells Bengaluru land to Puravankara for Rs 250 crore
Infosys sells a major land parcel in Anekal Taluk to Puravankara for Rs 250 crore, boosting the developer's Bengaluru pipeline to a potential GDV of Rs 13,900 crore. Read the full details.
Three Blackbucks Found Dead in Kadur, Suspected Poaching
Two female and one male blackbuck, all under two years old, were found dead near a conservation reserve in Chikkamagaluru. Forest officials suspect poaching. Read for details.
Nagarahole Tribals Hold Historic Gram Sabhas for Forest Rights
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
Aland BEO Visits Students' Homes to Improve SSLC Scores
Aland BEO V Rangaswamy Shetty visits villages to guide 6,700 SSLC students and parents, promoting focused study environments. Initiative targets improved exam performance in Kalaburagi district.
BJP-MGP Wins Goa Zilla Panchayat Elections
The BJP-MGP alliance sweeps the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections, winning 33 seats. PM Modi hails NDA workers. Congress manages 10 seats. Full results and analysis.
BJP sweeps Goa Zilla Panchayat elections 2025
The BJP has secured a decisive victory in the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections 2025, winning 31 seats. Congress trails with 10. Get the full results and analysis here.
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