Congress appoints ministers and an advisor as in-charges for municipal elections across Telangana. They will oversee strategy and candidate selection in 116 municipalities and seven corporations.
The Telangana cabinet, led by CM Revanth Reddy, approved municipal elections for 123 urban bodies and allocated Rs 2,787 crore for Hyderabad Metro land acquisition. Key decisions include developing Medaram as a major pilgrimage site.
The BJP has clinched 1,425 out of 2,869 seats in Maharashtra's recent civic polls across 29 urban local bodies, securing nearly 50% of the total seats.
Counting begins for Maharashtra civic elections including BMC. BJP-Shiv Sena alliance aims for victory while opposition hopes for comeback in key urban bodies.
A CAG report tabled in Goa's assembly reveals only 78% of urban waste was treated from 2017-22, leading to new dumpsites and highlighting planning failures.
Maharashtra local bodies election results will be declared today. Exit polls predict a strong performance by the BJP-Shiv Sena Mahayuti alliance across municipal corporations.
Maharashtra's civic body elections recorded a voter turnout between 46% and 50% across key urban areas. The polls, held for municipal corporations and councils, saw moderate participation amid local governance issues.
A new report reveals Rural Nashik and Pune as India's worst districts for road fatalities, highlighting poor engineering and enforcement as key factors derailing safety efforts.
Central Railway reintroduces AC local trains on Harbour line with 14 services, including peak-hour trips. Western Railway also adds AC services by converting existing trains.
Uttar Pradesh announces State Tourism Awards 2026 to recognise best tourism villages, rural homestays & farm stays. Apply by Jan 20. Celebrate authentic travel!
Himachal Pradesh MLA Rakesh Singha condemns the central government's move to repeal MGNREGA, warning of severe consequences for rural employment and state finances. Read the full story.
Telangana Congress launches aggressive campaign for municipal polls, aiming for 90% seats. Ministers assigned constituencies, CM to monitor strategy. Elections likely in mid-February.
Himachal Pradesh High Court mandates panchayat and urban local body elections before April 30, rejecting govt's disaster-related deferral plea. Key dates and details inside.
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.
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.
Maharashtra's State Election Commission is set to announce polls for 12 Zilla Parishads next week, racing to meet the Supreme Court's Jan 31 deadline. The tight schedule raises major logistical and manpower challenges. Read more.
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.
Kapurthala administration issues delimitation notification for Sultanpur Lodhi's municipal wards. Learn about the new 15-ward structure and its impact on local governance.
Patna's Saras Mela concluded after 24 days, drawing 18 lakh visitors and generating over Rs 28.52 crore for rural artisans. The event was extended due to massive public demand.
Local authorities in Nepal's Madhesh Province call for social harmony following communal tensions. Leaders stress unity and legal action to prevent future conflicts.
Maharashtra govt approves 13 Umed Malls statewide, with 4 in Vidarbha, to provide permanent market access for women self-help groups. A Rs 20 crore initiative set to benefit 60 lakh families.
Telangana Assembly passes bill removing two-child norm for panchayat polls, aiming to address declining fertility rate of 1.7. Minister warns of political domination by north.
The new VB-G RAM G Act replaces MGNREGA, shifting from a legal right to work to a budget-driven scheme. For Andhra Pradesh, this could mean a wage burden of ₹3,470 crore and risks for vulnerable workers. Experts call for a state review.
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
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.