In a dramatic turn, Congress members in Kerala's Mattathur panchayat resigned and allied with BJP to elect a rebel as president, prompting CM Vijayan to warn of a 'dangerous drift'. Full details inside.
Congress expels 8 members after BJP backing helps independent win Mattathur panchayat presidency, ending LDF's 23-year rule. Political slugfest erupts over opportunistic alliances.
In a dramatic twist, an invalid vote by a CPM member handed UDF the presidency in Munderi panchayat, home turf of CPM leader K K Ragesh. Get the full details on the cliffhanger local body elections.
UDF secures control in three Kerala panchayats after unexpected vote shifts and lucky draws in Vadakara, Muppainad, and Moodadi. Read the full story of the political twists.
Eight Congress members in Mattathur panchayat resigned, helping a BJP-backed independent win the president's post. KPCC expels members, alleges political sabotage. Read the full story.
Udupi gears up for a 3-day sports meet & cultural festival for panchayat officials from Jan 8-10. Cricket, athletics & cultural programmes planned. Get all details.
Village elders in Rajasthan's Jalore withdraw ban on women using smartphones after facing opposition. The decision, initially aimed at children, was 'misunderstood.'
A Rajasthan village council withdraws its controversial ban on women using smartphones. The decision, aimed at 'protecting children,' faced severe criticism. Details inside.
Jungle Teenkoniya Number Teen in Gorakhpur is now UP's first Jal Arpan village under Har Ghar Jal. Every home has 24x7 tap water. Read about this sustainable water model.
Telangana's recent panchayat election results showcased a spectrum of human reactions: from gracious defeat and integrity to bitter vendetta. Read about the inspiring and shocking stories from villages.
The BJP-MGP alliance sweeps the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections, winning 33 seats. PM Modi hails NDA workers. Congress manages 10 seats. Full results and analysis.
The BJP has secured a decisive victory in the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections 2025, winning 31 seats. Congress trails with 10. Get the full results and analysis here.
Live updates on Goa Zilla Panchayat election results 2025. BJP wins 9 seats, Congress 3 as counting continues. Record 70% turnout marks historic poll. Follow for winners list and analysis.
BJP sweeps Goa Zilla Panchayat polls 2025, winning 31 of 49 seats. Congress trails with 10. Full list of winners and analysis of the political landscape.
BJP sweeps Goa Zilla Panchayat polls 2025, winning majority in both North and South districts. Congress, AAP trail. Full results, analysis, and political implications inside.
Voters in Costi, Goa, participated in zilla panchayat polls after MLA Ganesh Gaonkar's assurance to fix a Portuguese-era bridge. They threaten to boycott the 2027 assembly elections if demands remain unmet. Read more.
A college couple from Saharanpur skipped classes for a date, only to be found by villagers. The panchayat convened, approved their match, and formalised their engagement on December 16, 2025. Read their unique love story.
Goa gears up for Zilla Panchayat elections on December 20, 2025. Polling for 50 seats across two districts. Key guidelines, result date on Dec 23, and all details explained here.
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.
Tension in Paidipalli village after disputed panchayat results lead to stone-pelting, police lathicharge & firing. 8 injured, cases filed. Read the full report.
Residents of Hakke-Huluse near Kudige protested against a proposed stray dog care centre, citing wildlife issues. Officials assured a review and pledged a new bus shelter. Read more.
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.
A significant inscription stone has been reinstalled in Kaliyuru village, Mysuru, thanks to local efforts. Read about this cultural restoration and the community's role.
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.
A high-stakes multi-cornered contest unfolds for the Arambol zilla panchayat seat reserved for women in Mapusa. Key candidates include BJP-backed Manisha Korkankar and independents Radhika Palyekar & Shrutika Shetye. Read the full analysis.
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.