CPM Leader Apologizes for Misogynistic Remarks
A CPM leader in Kerala's Malappuram courted controversy with sexist comments in his victory speech, later apologizing after public backlash. Read the full story.
A CPM leader in Kerala's Malappuram courted controversy with sexist comments in his victory speech, later apologizing after public backlash. Read the full story.
In Telangana's second phase of gram panchayat elections, 415 sarpanches and 8,304 ward members were elected unanimously. Kamareddy district leads in uncontested wins. Details from SEC inside.
Scrutiny for Punjab's Panchayat Samiti elections concludes with 206 candidates in the fray. Voting on June 9, results on June 11. Key details on nominations and process.
Himachal Pradesh High Court strikes down Shimla Zila Parishad ward delimitation, citing arbitrariness. The order impacts upcoming panchayat polls. Read the full details and implications.
Arunachal Pradesh Minister Ojing Tasing faces controversy for allegedly linking govt schemes to BJP's panchayat poll wins. Congress seeks resignation, SEC seeks report. Details inside.
Three candidates file nominations for Phagwara Block Samiti elections in Jalandhar. Scrutiny on July 10, withdrawals by July 12, and voting on July 17. Get the latest updates.
Political parties in Jalandhar district are in a last-minute rush to finalize candidates for the upcoming panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections, with nominations closing on May 7. Key details inside.
In Kozhikode's Edachery panchayat, Congress's T K Motilal contests against his CPM brother T K Subash. Their parents, Congress loyalists, named them after party icons. Read this unique political family story.
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
Nildoh Nagar Panchayat gears up for its first election since civic status upgrade. A direct BJP vs Congress clash for chairperson amid key local issues. 17,953 voters to decide.
Maharashtra State Election Commission plans phased elections for zilla parishads and panchayat samitis. 17 ZPs and 83 panchayat samitis exceed 50% reservation limit. Supreme Court hearing scheduled for January 21.
Punjab State Election Commission postpones Mohali panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections following merger of 15 villages into municipal corporation. Other areas to vote as scheduled.
Chandigarh announces December 14 for zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections after multiple delays. Counting on December 17. Model code of conduct in effect. Read full details.
Telangana High Court refuses to interfere with Panchayat elections and BC reservations. Case adjourned for 8 weeks as court directs state to file counters. Read full details.
India firmly asserts Arunachal Pradesh as integral territory after Chinese authorities detain Indian citizen at Shanghai airport. Government issues strong diplomatic protest.
India firmly asserts Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of its territory after a citizen's detention at Shanghai airport. MEA demands explanation from China. Read the full story.
Police rescue BJP gram panchayat candidate kidnapped from Seppa office to prevent nomination filing. Eight suspects identified in clan-based political sabotage ahead of Dec 15 elections.
China detains Arunachal woman Prema Wangjom Thongdok for 18 hours at Shanghai airport, reiterates territorial claim. India issues strong demarche calling it ludicrous violation. Read the full story.
India strongly condemns China's arbitrary detention of Arunachal Pradesh woman at airport. MEA reaffirms state's integral status to India amid diplomatic tensions.
India strongly objects to China's arbitrary detention of Arunachal Pradesh woman at Shanghai airport. MEA demands explanation for 18-hour ordeal violating international norms.
Prema Wangjom Thongdok faced 18-hour detention at Shanghai airport despite having Indian passport. Read how Indian missions secured her release after formal protest.
UK-based Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh detained 18 hours at Shanghai airport as Chinese officials claim her Indian passport is invalid. Congress slams government response.
China denies allegations of detaining Indian woman Pema Wangjom Thongdok at Shanghai airport over Arunachal Pradesh birthplace. India lodges strong protest over the incident.
China rejects allegations of harassing Arunachal-born Indian citizen Pema Wangjom Thongdok at Shanghai Airport while reiterating territorial claim over Arunachal Pradesh. India issues strong protest.
China refutes claims of harassing an Indian woman at Shanghai airport over her Arunachal Pradesh birthplace. India lodges a strong protest, reaffirming the state as its integral part.
UK-based Indian citizen Pema Wangjom Thongdok detained at Shanghai Airport over Arunachal birthplace in passport. China denies allegations. Full details inside.
Pema Wang Thongdok detained at Shanghai airport as Chinese officials refused to recognize Arunachal Pradesh in Indian passport. Read how diplomatic intervention resolved the crisis.
India lodges a formal protest after a woman from Arunachal Pradesh was held for 18 hours at Shanghai airport over her 'invalid' passport. Read the full story.
Prema Wangjom Thongdok from Arunachal Pradesh was held at Shanghai airport for 18 hours as Chinese officials refused to recognize her Indian passport. Read about this diplomatic incident.
An Indian woman from Arunachal Pradesh faced detention at Shanghai airport due to her address. Government sources warn Chinese actions create unnecessary obstructions in bilateral relations.