Goa Rural Polls: Voter Issues Missing from Campaign Trail
Goa's rural elections saw parties focused on seat-sharing deals, sidelining critical issues like the Arpora tragedy, crime, and scams. Read why voter concerns were absent from the campaign.
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Ex-MLA Subhash Bhoir quits Shiv Sena (UBT) for BJP in Thane
Veteran leader Subhash Bhoir leaves Shiv Sena (UBT) for BJP with his son, dealing a blow to Uddhav Thackeray's party in Thane ahead of civic polls. Read the full story.
Rs 94 Crore Released for Uttarakhand Rural Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
₹127 Crore Released for Tamil Nadu Rural Local Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed over ₹127 crore to Tamil Nadu's rural local bodies under the 15th Finance Commission grants. This funding aims to boost essential services and infrastructure development in villages. Read more about the allocation and
XLRI & NABARD Launch XCITE Rural Business Incubation Centre
XLRI Jamshedpur, with NABARD support, launches XCITE, a rural business incubation centre to foster sustainable entrepreneurship and empower rural innovators. Discover the future of rural India.
BJP's Poor Show in Punjab Rural Polls: 7 Zila Parishad Seats
BJP secured just 7 of 347 Zila Parishad seats in Punjab's rural elections. CM Bhagwant Mann joked about a probe after party got one vote in Satoj village. Read the full analysis.
AAP Lacks Majority in 9 Punjab Zila Parishads
AAP wins 218 seats but fails to secure clear majority in 9 key districts, forcing reliance on allies & independents. Analysis of Punjab's rural poll results and political implications.
New Bill Seeks to Replace MGNREGA, Shifts Funding to States
The Lok Sabha passes a bill to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, increasing employment days but shifting wage costs to states. Critics warn of financial strain.
Akali Dal wins in Behbal Khurd, Sarawan in rural polls
Shiromani Akali Dal records symbolic victories in Behbal Khurd and Sarawan villages, the epicenter of the 2015 sacrilege protests. Discover the political implications and reactions.
AAP Leads in Ludhiana Zila Parishad, Faces Rural Hurdles
AAP emerged as the single largest party in Ludhiana's zila parishad polls but faced stiff competition from Congress & SAD in panchayat samitis. Key wins and setbacks analyzed.
BJP's Poor Show in Ludhiana Rural Polls Raises 2027 Alarm
BJP's first independent foray into Ludhiana's rural local body elections yields just 3 panchayat samiti seats, raising strategic questions for the 2027 Punjab assembly polls. Leaders admit to weak rural base.
Ayali Urges Panthic Unity for SAD Revival After Poll Results
Dakha MLA Manpreet Singh Ayali urges Sukhbir Badal to unite all Akali factions, including Amritpal Singh's SAD(WPD), for a 2027 comeback. He clarifies his stance on SAD(Revived). Read more.
Congress makes strong gains in Ludhiana rural polls
Congress celebrates a strong second-place finish in Ludhiana's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections, outperforming AAP in several rural blocks. Full analysis of the results and what they mean for Punjab politics.
AAP Landslide Victory in Amritsar Rural Body Polls
Aam Aadmi Party dominates Amritsar's rural body elections, securing a massive mandate. Read the full analysis of the results and their political implications.
BRS Sees Gram Panchayat Wins as Verdict Against Congress
BRS leader T Harish Rao claims Congress's poor show in panchayat polls signals rural discontent over unfulfilled guarantees. He accuses CM Revanth Reddy of misplaced priorities. Read the full analysis.
Nagaland Congress Protests Against MGNREGA Repeal
Congress committees in Nagaland staged a protest in Kohima against the bill to repeal MGNREGA, calling it a lifeline for rural poor. Read about the potential impact on farmers and daily wage earners.
Regional Rural Banks Unveil New Unified Brand Logo
India's 43 Regional Rural Banks launch a common logo to strengthen their unified identity and enhance trust in rural banking. Discover the strategy behind this rebranding move.
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.
AAP Wins Majority in Punjab Zila Parishad, Panchayat Samiti
Aam Aadmi Party claims decisive victory in Punjab's rural elections, seen as a key test ahead of 2027 assembly polls. Congress trails, SAD sees limited revival, BJP's solo debut disappoints.
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.
Gagandeep Kaur sweeps Jandali Kalan panchayat by-poll
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.
UP Digital Libraries in 11,350 Panchayats for Exam Prep
Uttar Pradesh launches a major digital education initiative, setting up digital libraries in 11,350 gram panchayats to provide rural youth with modern study resources for competitive exams. Discover how this Rs 4 lakh per library scheme works.
AAP leads in Patiala zila parishad, panchayat samiti counts
AAP maintains lead in Patiala district rural polls. Congress and SAD allege counting irregularities, protest. Key results from Rajpura, Sanaur, Bhunerheri blocks detailed.
Akali Dal's Strong Showing in Punjab Rural Elections
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.
Chouhan Introduces New Rural Employment Bill in Lok Sabha
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan introduces the VB-G RAM G Bill, aiming to modernize rural employment frameworks for Viksit Bharat 2047. Read the full details.
Punjab Sees Lowest Rural Poll Turnout Since 2008
Punjab's Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections witness a sharp 20-point drop in voter turnout to 48.4%, the lowest since 2008. Opposition calls it a vote of no confidence in AAP, while the ruling party cites peaceful polls. Read the full analysis.
VB-G RAM G Bill: Key Changes to Rural Jobs Scheme
The proposed VB-G RAM G Bill aims to replace MGNREGA, increasing work days to 125 but shifting funding burden to states and introducing a 60-day pause for farming. Explore the key changes.
Prayagraj Woman's Tent Business Empowers Rural Women
Sheela Devi of Prayagraj overcame adversity to build a lakhs-earning tent house business and empower dozens of rural women through self-help groups and Mission Shakti. Read her inspiring journey.
206 Candidates Cleared for Punjab Panchayat Samiti Polls
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.
Congress Boycotts Punjab Rural Polls After Sarpanch Attack
Punjab Congress announces boycott of upcoming panchayat elections after a party sarpanch was attacked in Amritsar. Demands arrest of culprits and security for candidates.
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