AAP Wins Over 200 Zones in Punjab Rural Polls
The Aam Aadmi Party dominates Punjab's rural body elections, securing victory in 201 of 317 declared Zila Parishad zones. Read the full analysis of this political shift.
The Aam Aadmi Party dominates Punjab's rural body elections, securing victory in 201 of 317 declared Zila Parishad zones. Read the full analysis of this political shift.
AAP claims victory in 78% of Punjab's Zila Parishads as counting continues. Congress trails far behind. Results signal strong rural support for the ruling party.
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.
85-year-old Gurdial Singh, Malerkotla's oldest candidate, narrowly loses Zila Parishad election by 57 votes. The veteran vows to continue his public service fight. Read his inspiring story.
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.
Despite challenges, the Shiromani Akali Dal has made a significant impact in Punjab's panchayat polls, winning key seats and signaling a political resurgence. Read the full 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.
Follow live updates, ward-wise results, and party leads as counting begins for Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections. Get real-time trends from all districts.
Punjab & Haryana HC disposed of Congress MP Raja Warring's PIL seeking mandatory videography of Zila Parishad poll counting, noting the State Election Commission had already issued detailed instructions for the process.
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.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha to protest at DC offices on Dec 18-19, threatens train blockade from Dec 20 if demands unmet. Leaders accuse AAP govt of supporting Centre's policies.
Cab drivers in Bengaluru blocked a key toll plaza protesting new airport pick-up rules requiring a Rs 150 fee. The protest caused major traffic disruptions. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Punjab government announces holidays for all schools from December 24 to 31 due to severe cold weather conditions. Check details on the official order and safety guidelines.
Punjab Congress announces boycott of upcoming panchayat elections after a party sarpanch was attacked in Amritsar. Demands arrest of culprits and security for candidates.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
Massive youth-led protests erupt across Germany against the plan to revive compulsory military service. Students walk out, calling it 'recruitment of death'. Details inside.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha activists protested the Electricity Bill 2025, blocking railway tracks across 19 Punjab districts. Train movement halted, causing major delays. Read the full story.
Farmers' protest in Jalandhar halts train services for hours despite heavy police deployment. Key demands include MSP guarantee and debt waiver. Read the full story.
Punjab Police conduct pre-emptive raids on Kisan Mazdoor Morcha leaders ahead of a 2-hour rail blockade protest against the Electricity Bill. KMM condemns the crackdown. Details inside.
A petition filed in Punjab & Haryana High Court alleges police interference in panchayat elections. The court seeks government response by July 18. Read the full details.
Hundreds of NHM employees staged a massive protest at Ludhiana's Civil Surgeon office, demanding release of their two-month overdue salaries. Read about their demands and the administration's response.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
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.
Municipal sanitation workers in Jalandhar held a protest rally, demanding regularisation, timely salaries, and better safety equipment. Their union vows to escalate action if demands are ignored.
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.
Power engineers in Punjab held a state-level protest in Patiala, demanding CM Bhagwant Mann end political interference and halt asset sales to protect the state's electricity stability.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.