Himachal Village Toru Rejects Costly Traditions
Toru village in Himachal's Sirmaur district unanimously adopts resolution banning extravagant weddings, liquor, and reforming rituals to ease economic burden on families.
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Inside Sainji: Uttarakhand's Golden Corn Village
Discover Sainji, a Himalayan village in Tehri Garhwal where corn drying is an ancient art. Explore its sustainable farming, strong community, and why it's an offbeat travel gem. Plan your visit.
Mana Village: Now India's First, Not Last
Discover why Mana, a Himalayan village in Uttarakhand, has been symbolically rebranded from 'India's Last Village' to 'India's First Village'. Explore its culture, treks, and sacred sites.
Gumla DC's Historic Visit to Remote Asur-Korwa Village
Gumla DC Prerna Dixit visited the remote Karamdon-Asurtoli village, addressing long-pending road connectivity and welfare schemes for PVTG communities. A DPR for a bridge and an Aadhaar camp were ordered. Read more.
Rajasthan 'treasure pot' hoax busted, two conmen arrested
A mysterious pot dug up in a Rajasthan village, sparking a treasure frenzy, turned out to be a hoax. Police arrested two locals for cheating. Details inside.
Kurnool village bans political leaders over mandal status neglect
Residents of Peddaharivanam village in Kurnool protest, banning all political leaders until their long-pending demand for a separate mandal is met. Read about their hunger strike and allegations of betrayal.
Odisha's Babojola Village Bans Littering, Holds Cleanliness Fest
Discover Babojola, a model village in Mayurbhanj where cleanliness is a way of life, enforced by CCTV and celebrated with a unique festival on Feb 15-16. Read its inspiring story.
Uttarakhand's Abandoned Village Martoli: A Lost Himalayan Life
Explore the haunting story of Martoli, a once-thriving trade village in Uttarakhand's Johar Valley, abandoned after the 1962 war. Discover its history and fragile future. Read more.
UP Village Rushes for Rabies Shots After Buffalo Milk Scare
Panic grips Pipraul village in UP's Badaun after a buffalo, bitten by a stray dog, dies. Over 200 villagers who consumed its milk in raita rush for anti-rabies vaccines. Health officials urge calm.
Guntur's last-minute push to merge 18 villages before deadline
Guntur Municipal Corporation rushes to merge 18 villages before the Centre's Dec 31 boundary freeze, aiming for million-plus city status. The political move faces hurdles and criticism. Read more.
Gorakhpur village becomes state's first Jal Arpan village
Jungle Teenkoniya Number Teen in Gorakhpur is now UP's first Jal Arpan village under Har Ghar Jal. Every home has 24x7 tap water. Read about this sustainable water model.
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.
K'taka Minister Offers to Surrender Land, Demands Probe
Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda challenges land encroachment allegations, offers to surrender 21 acres in Kolar and face any inquiry. Details inside.
Telangana village hasn't voted in panchayat polls since 1983
Gudem village in Mancherial boycotts elections for 40+ years over ST seat reservations, leading to severe water scarcity, land devaluation, and job losses. Read how a political standstill cripples development.
Uttarakhand Village Imposes Heavy Fines to Curb Alcohol Abuse
Simkot village in Pithoragarh introduces strict community penalties, including Rs 50,000 fines and social boycott, to fight rising alcohol consumption and smuggling, aiming to protect youth and families.
Jana Sena Forms Village Committees Ahead of Local Polls
Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan has ordered the creation of five-member committees in every village to strengthen the party's grassroots network and monitor local issues ahead of elections.
Maharashtra Smart Village Initiative Expands to 75 Villages
Maharashtra govt scales up its Smart & Intelligent Village scheme to 75 villages in Nagpur, Amravati, Hingoli, Sindhudurg, and Pune. The project aims for tech-enabled, service-driven rural transformation.
Haryana CM's Surprise Visit to Ambli Village
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini conducted an unscheduled visit to Ambli village, interacting directly with residents and addressing their concerns about development projects.
Man Shot Dead in Bhai Ladhu Village, Police Probe
A 25-year-old man was shot dead in Bhai Ladhu village near Rayya. Police have registered a case and are investigating the murder. Read latest updates.
Dharmendra's 90th Birthday: Village Plans Special Celebration
Dagon village prepares sarson da saag feast and cultural celebrations for Dharmendra's 90th birthday. Discover how the Bollywood legend's simple wish inspired his ancestral village.
Meghalaya Village Becomes NE's First Poultry Cluster Model
ICAR adopts Nongspung A village as Northeast India's first model poultry cluster to boost rural livelihoods through scientific farming. Discover how this initiative creates sustainable income.
Chhattisgarh teen throws cousins in well over taunts
A 13-year-old girl in Chhattisgarh allegedly threw her two toddler cousins into a well after repeated 'thief' taunts from villagers. The tragic incident highlights serious social issues.
Chhattisgarh teen throws cousins in well over taunts
A 13-year-old girl in Chhattisgarh allegedly threw her two toddler cousins into a well, killing them, after enduring repeated 'thief' taunts from villagers. Read the shocking details.
Chief Khalsa Diwan to Establish State-of-the-Art School
Chief Khalsa Diwan announces Rs 10 crore state-of-the-art school in Balachaur's Chuniwal village, offering CBSE curriculum and modern facilities for 2025 opening.
Tirupur VAO Arrested for Taking Bribe in Land Case
DVAC officials arrest village administrative officer Muthulakshmi for demanding Rs 30,000 bribe for patta name transfer. Caught red-handed in anti-corruption trap.
Duo arrested for Rs 30 lakh gold theft from family in Odisha
A 19-year-old man and a minor have been arrested for stealing 390 grams of gold and Rs 40,000 cash from a relative's house in Bargarh district. Police recovered all stolen items. Read the full story.
Himachal flood victims continue living in distress
Months after devastating floods ravaged Himachal's Seraj region, villagers continue living in precarious conditions with inadequate relief and broken promises from authorities.
Zohran Mamdani: Socialist Spark in NY Politics
Discover how Indian-American socialist Zohran Mamdani is challenging establishment politics in New York with his bold progressive agenda and community-first approach.
Woman's body found in Noida drainage channel
Shocking discovery in Noida as a woman's body is recovered from a drainage channel near Gijhod village. Police investigation underway amid growing safety worries.
5 Best Psychological Horror Games for PS5
Discover the ultimate PS5 psychological horror games that masterfully blend mind-bending narratives with terrifying gameplay experiences. From Resident Evil Village to The Last of Us Part II, explore titles that will keep you awake at night.
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