Mahayuti to Win 27 of 29 Municipal Corporations: Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis forecasts a sweeping win for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in urban local body polls, citing development as the key voter driver. Read the full analysis.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis forecasts a sweeping win for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in urban local body polls, citing development as the key voter driver. Read the full analysis.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann reshuffles cabinet for 9th time, hands crucial Local Bodies portfolio to Sanjeev Arora ahead of Feb municipal polls. Arora now holds 4 key departments.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reacts to High Court's directive to hold Panchayati Raj elections before April 30, 2026. Read the latest on the legal and political implications.
Himachal Pradesh High Court mandates state government to conduct Panchayati Raj institution elections by April 30, 2025. Read the full directive and its implications for rural governance.
Local Bodies Department directs Ludhiana MC to enforce road quality norms, mandatory lab tests & on-site supervision to ensure smooth travel and prevent fund wastage.
Karnataka Cabinet approves a major scheme to issue A khata certificates for 10 lakh unauthorised properties across urban local bodies, excluding Bengaluru. Learn how this move aims to boost revenue and curb illegal layouts.
President Trump signs an executive order for US withdrawal from 66 international organisations, including key climate bodies. Experts warn of global impact. Read the full details.
HD Kumaraswamy states the JD(S)-BJP alliance for Karnataka's local bodies elections is pending a final decision. Leaders from both parties will resolve issues. Read the latest updates.
India will host 100 delegates from 42 countries for the IICDEM 2026 conference in New Delhi. The summit aims to foster global cooperation on inclusive and resilient democratic systems. Read more.
Backward Classes set for 34% quota in Hyderabad municipal elections, a major rise from 20% in panchayat polls. Final voters' list for 123 local bodies to be published on January 10. Read the full story.
BJP members staged a protest at Dhanbad Municipal Corporation, demanding immediate urban local body elections using EVMs and on a party basis. Opposition leaders accuse the state govt of undermining democracy.
Western Railway to conduct critical safety tests for 18-car local trains on the Virar-Dahanu Road section. Results will determine future deployment to ease peak-hour congestion. Read the full details.
The upcoming Union Budget will unveil a plan to strengthen India's urban local bodies, focusing on own-revenue generation and market-linked financing like municipal bonds. Read more.
In a major pre-election boost, five BRS corporators from Khammam Municipal Corporation joined the Congress party on Monday. The move signals shifting political equations in Telangana's urban local bodies.
Kapurthala administration issues delimitation notification for Sultanpur Lodhi's municipal wards. Learn about the new 15-ward structure and its impact on local governance.
Chennai's Chitlapakkam Lake inaugurated after 6-year restoration, yet faces sewage, safety & funding woes. Only half of ₹25 crore project complete. Residents demand action.
Local authorities in Nepal's Madhesh Province call for social harmony following communal tensions. Leaders stress unity and legal action to prevent future conflicts.
US federal injury data for 2025 details alarming cases of foreign objects lodged in rectums. Doctors warn against DIY removal. Read the full report and learn why early medical help is crucial.
Nicole Kidman shares emotional New Year moment with daughters in Sydney after divorce from Keith Urban. Details on co-parenting plan and her positive outlook.
Ajsu-P's youth wing begins a 90-day door-to-door campaign in Ranchi from Monday, aiming to enrol 1 lakh new members ahead of ULB polls. Senior leaders to launch the drive.
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections witness a significant drop in candidates to 692, despite more political parties. BJP and NCP factions lead the high-stakes contest. Read the full analysis.
In a significant pre-poll boost, 68 Mahayuti alliance candidates, including 44 from the BJP, have been elected unopposed in Maharashtra's urban local body elections. BJP leader Keshav Upadhye highlights the alliance's growing strength. Read more.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis claims BJP's seat tally in recent local polls is double that of all other parties combined, attributing success to a development-focused campaign. Read more.
CEPT University designs a Local Area Plan for Ahmedabad's historic Sankdi Sheri to tackle traffic, enhance walkability, and preserve heritage. The model could transform other walled city precincts.
MCG gets ULB nod to outsource Sohna Chowk parking operations to a private firm. The 218-car facility aims to ease Sadar Bazaar congestion. Tender to be floated within a month.
Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar announces all local body polls will be held together in 2026. The decision aims to streamline governance and ensure uniform development across the state.
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.
Bombay High Court criticizes Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan Dombivli, Bhiwandi-Nizampur corporations for failing to enforce laws against illegal constructions, warning thousands could have been prevented.
Tambaram Corporation appoints activist B Kavitha as its differently-abled councillor, marking a significant step in Tamil Nadu's inclusive governance policy. Read her inspiring vision.
A man from Punjab reveals Russian army confirmed 10 Indian deaths in Ukraine war. He seeks repatriation of bodies and action against deceptive travel agents. Read the full story.