Congress dominates final phase of Telangana panchayat polls
Congress wins over 2,200 sarpanch seats in Telangana's final panchayat election phase. Results unlock Rs 3,000 crore in grants for village development. Read the full analysis.
Congress wins over 2,200 sarpanch seats in Telangana's final panchayat election phase. Results unlock Rs 3,000 crore in grants for village development. Read the full analysis.
Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti election trends show AAP in the lead, with Congress putting up a strong fight in Doaba and SAD making a comeback in Malwa. Key results from Jalandhar, Patiala, and Bathinda.
Two-time member Gagandeep Kaur secures a decisive victory in the Jandali Kalan panchayat by-election, defeating her nearest rival by a margin of 799 votes. Read the full results and analysis.
Counting of votes for Punjab's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections is on. A 48% voter turnout was recorded with over 9,000 candidates in the fray. Get the latest results and updates here.
The Central government has withheld Rs 1,279 crore in grants from Karnataka for failing to hold Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections since 2020-21. Discover the financial and democratic implications.
Amritsar's Khassa and Verpal villages hold fresh elections today after previous polls were cancelled due to major errors in the voter lists. Get the latest updates.
The Kerala Pravasi Commission holds a two-day adalat at Norka Centre, Thycaud, on March 26 & 27. Expatriates can seek redress for overseas employment & welfare issues. Chairperson Justice Sophi Thomas to preside.
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.
Rajasthan government renames NRI department to Department of Domestic & Overseas Rajasthani Affairs (DORA) with expanded mandate. Move aims to boost diaspora engagement and investment ahead of Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation launches a massive city-wide cleanup, beautification, and anti-encroachment drive before Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas on December 10. Key areas are being transformed.
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma urges officers of Rajasthani origin to attract NRI investment and participate in Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas on Dec 10. Read how the state aims to leverage its diaspora.
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.
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.
Indurani plots to seize Ganga Mai's dhaba & home via Panchayat. With Rs 10 lakh debt & Durgavati's influence, her daughters' future hangs in balance. Will justice prevail?
Himachal Pradesh panchayat elections face controversy over reservation rules. Learn how the state government's decision has sparked political tension and legal challenges.
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.
Candidates in Nagpur's civic polls face a dual battle: against rivals and a Supreme Court case on reservation cap breaches. Their victory on Dec 2 hinges on a January court ruling.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy begins 6-day district tour from Dec 1 to strengthen Congress cadre for panchayat elections. Tour covers 6 districts with public meetings and development initiatives.
Jharkhand High Court exempts rural areas under Panchayati Raj from RRDA, JRDA jurisdiction. Landmark verdict protects gram panchayat building permissions. Read full analysis.
A Haryana couple allegedly strangled the man's mother and her lover after catching them together. They then drove the bodies directly to Sirsa police station. Read the shocking details.
Uttarakhand High Court directs five allegedly abducted zila panchayat members to appear personally. Court seeks progress report on kidnapping investigation ahead of December 3 hearing.
Anitha Babu among 547 Haritha Karma Sena members contesting Kerala local polls. Grassroots workers fill political void as parties seek women candidates with public presence. Read their inspiring journey.
Supreme Court allows Maharashtra local body elections but puts 17 Zilla Parishads and 88 panchayat samitis on hold due to reservation limit breach. SEC to announce schedule by mid-December.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court disposed of 11 petitions challenging municipal election process. Justice Khubalkar heard matters on reservations & nominations.
Explore how COVID-19 transformed Indian entertainment landscape as OTT shows like Panchayat and Pataal Lok dominated while theaters closed. Discover the films and series that defined 2020.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu justifies delaying panchayat polls to prioritize monsoon relief efforts. State focuses on rebuilding infrastructure after devastating rains.