Political activists in Bathinda, Barnala, and Mansa raise strong objections to ward delimitation and reservation roster changes for the upcoming 2026 Urban Local Bodies elections. Read the full details.
The Central Government has disbursed over Rs 723 crore to rural local bodies in Rajasthan and Jharkhand under the 15th Finance Commission. This crucial funding aims to boost grassroots development and essential services.
India's new VB-GRAM G Act replaces the landmark MGNREGA, shifting from a rights-based job guarantee to a centrally allocated scheme. Experts warn this could depress rural wages and slow economic revival. Read the full analysis.
Government data shows MGNREGA provided an average of just 48 days of work per household over five years, far short of the promised 125 days. Explore the reasons and implications for rural employment.
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
Uttar Pradesh government allocates Rs 3,500 crore for health infrastructure, hospital expansion, and modern equipment. Focus on rural healthcare and Ayushman Bharat implementation.
The Supreme Court's January 21 verdict will decide the fate of 57 Maharashtra local bodies where quota limits were breached. Results for Mahayuti and MVA hang in the balance. Read for full details.
Chamarajanagar district launches online e-Khata service for all ULBs. Property owners can now apply and receive digital land records from home. Details inside.
President Murmu assents to VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA. While work days rise to 125, funding burden on states & a 60-day pause in peak farm season spark debate. Analysis inside.
As India's rural job scheme is relaunched, experts warn that a proposed 60-day calendar gap and shared state funding could undermine its universal promise. Read why its core principles need protection.
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the VB-G RAM G Bill, enhancing the rural job guarantee to 125 days annually. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hails the scheme as transparent and progressive for rural development.
BJP's massive victory in 120+ Maharashtra civic bodies marks a historic rural expansion. Amit Shah's 'no crutches' vision and focused campaigning pay off, reshaping state politics ahead of 2029. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh government launches a comprehensive welfare scheme for small traders across all Urban Local Bodies. The scheme offers financial aid and pension benefits. Learn more about eligibility and application.
Union govt reveals 9 roads & 12 bridges constructed in Gujarat under PMGSY-III in ongoing FY. Details on districts, lengths, and status of PMGSY-IV inside. Read more.
BJP clinches president posts in four out of five local bodies in Maharashtra's Latur district, with ally NCP winning the fifth. A significant boost for the ruling Mahayuti alliance.
Mahayuti alliance maintains a strong lead in Satara local body elections 2025. BJP wins 3 seats, Shiv Sena and NCP also perform well. Get full results and analysis.
Results for the 2025 Maharashtra local body elections in Dhule and Nandurbar are out. BJP, Congress, and NCP compete for control of municipal councils and nagar panchayats. Get the latest seat counts and analysis here.
BJP takes early lead in Maharashtra's Raigad and Palghar local body elections 2025, winning several municipal council and nagar panchayat seats. Full results and analysis here.
Results for the 2025 Maharashtra local body elections in Nanded and Latur are declared. Get the latest updates on winning parties, vote counts, and political implications for the state.
Mahayuti and MVA clash in Nagpur local body polls 2025. Results for Butibori, Ramtek, Saoner, Wanadongari, Wadi, and Mowad declared. Full analysis inside.
Maharashtra local body poll results 2025 show MVA making gains against Mahayuti alliance. Get live updates on municipal council and nagar panchayat vote counting trends.
The deferred second phase of municipal elections across Vidarbha concluded largely peacefully. Voter turnout varied across districts, with minor glitches and one clash reported. Results today will shape local political fortunes.
Mysuru's urban bodies, led by MCC, achieve an 83% property tax collection surge. Digital payments, early rebates, and door-to-door drives fuel the success. Discover how the district is boosting civic development.
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.
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 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.
Panchkula's Municipal Corporation fails to complete its own office building as its term ends. Project stalled since 2020, causing public inconvenience. Read about the delays and official statements.
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.
Kunwar Khanoura, a final-year LLB student, wins Tohra zone election in Patiala. Balancing studies & campaigning, his victory highlights youth's role in Punjab's local governance. Read his journey.
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.