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.
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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.
AIADMK, DMK Clash Over Pongal Gifts in Kancheepuram
Two men arrested after a political clash over Pongal hamper distribution in Kancheepuram. AIADMK functionary's son among those held. Read the full details of the incident.
Two More Arrested in Delhi Turkman Gate Violence Case
Delhi Police arrest two more individuals in connection with the Turkman Gate violence case. The total number of arrests now stands at 11. Details on the ongoing investigation and charges.
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.
Maharashtra Poll Violence: Congress Leader Killed, Shiv Sena Candidate Attacked
Maharashtra's local poll season turns violent with the murder of Congress VP Hidayat Patel in Akola and attacks on Shiv Sena candidates in Mumbai. Police investigate multiple incidents ahead of January 15 elections.
Hindu youth dies fleeing mob in Bangladesh; violence surges
Mithun Sarkar drowned after being chased by a mob in Naogaon. The incident occurs amid a sharp rise in communal violence in Bangladesh ahead of elections, with over 50 incidents in December.
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.
Man killed, kin injured in Etah panchayat violence
A 25-year-old man was stabbed to death in Etah's Manpur village after a panchayat called to resolve a love marriage dispute turned violent. Read the full story.
Congress worker killed in Moga car ambush over poll rivalry
Congress worker Umarseer Singh shot dead in Moga. Family alleges murder by rivals after his sister-in-law won panchayat seat despite threats. Read the full story.
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.
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.
MP Panchayat CEO suspended for election notification error
Maheshwar Janpad Panchayat CEO Reena Chauhan suspended for negligence after by-election notification issued for wrong ward. Indore Commissioner takes action.
DGP personally monitors Nainital ZP election probe, HC stays out
Uttarakhand High Court refuses to intervene in the police probe into alleged irregularities in Nainital Zila Panchayat chairman election. DGP Deepam Seth is personally supervising the investigation.
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.
House attacked after panchayat member votes for UDF in Kozhikode
The house of an LDF block panchayat member in Kozhikode was attacked with stones and a steel bomb found after she voted for UDF in the president election. Read about the political fallout and police case.
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 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.
BJP Wins Bajpe, Kinnigoli Panchayat Polls in Dakshina Kannada
BJP wins majority in Bajpe and emerges as single largest party in Kinnigoli town panchayat elections. Results declared Dec 27 after polls held on Dec 21. Full results and details inside.
Rajasthan Raises Spending Caps for Panchayat, Civic Polls
Rajasthan's State Election Commission has significantly increased expenditure limits for candidates in panchayat and urban local body elections. New campaign vehicle restrictions also announced.
Telangana Panchayat Polls Reveal Character
Telangana's recent panchayat election results showcased a spectrum of human reactions: from gracious defeat and integrity to bitter vendetta. Read about the inspiring and shocking stories from villages.
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