Pernem ZP Polls: Proxy War for 2027 BJP Tickets
Beneath a calm surface, fierce Zilla Panchayat elections in North Goa's Pernem are a proxy battle for BJP's 2027 assembly tickets. Read how local power dynamics are shaping the fight.
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Goa's Salcete: BJP's Achilles Heel Faces Multi-Cornered Fight
Salcete taluka's nine ZP seats in South Goa are a key battleground. With 42 candidates, Congress-GFP alliance, AAP's rise, and BJP's strategy, the outcome will shape Goa's political landscape ahead of 2027. Read the full analysis.
Goa ZP Polls: Record 70.8% Turnout, Results Today
Goa witnessed a historic 70.8% voter turnout in the Zilla Panchayat elections, the highest in two decades. The results, to be declared Monday, are seen as a key indicator for the 2027 assembly polls. Read more.
Maharashtra 2025 Local Polls: Key Districts' Past Performance
A look back at the 2022 results in Bhandara, Chandrapur, Hingoli, and Jalna ahead of the crucial 2025 Maharashtra local body elections. Key insights for the political battleground.
Nashik: 23 staff suspended over fake disability certificates
Nashik Zilla Parishad suspends 23 employees for invalid disability certificates in a state-wide verification drive. CEO Omkar Pawar vows strict action to curb misuse of benefits.
Goa ZP Polls: Alliances, New Parties Create Complex Fight
Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections see re-stitched alliances & new entrants, setting stage for a complex four-cornered fight. Over 8.6 lakh voters to decide on Saturday. Analysis inside.
Congress-GFP Alliance Returns for Goa Zilla Panchayat Battle
Congress and Goa Forward Party forge an alliance for the Zilla Panchayat elections in Goa, aiming to challenge BJP's dominance and recover lost ground ahead of the 2027 assembly polls.
AAP's Goa ZP Polls: A Trial Run for 2027 Assembly Elections
Aam Aadmi Party stakes its future in Goa on Saturday's zilla panchayat elections, fielding 40 candidates. Kejriwal's party sees it as a critical preview for the 2027 state polls. Read the full analysis.
Ex-Shiv Sena Leader Found Dead in Nashik After Going Missing
Body of former Zilla Parishad member Kailas Chaudhary discovered in a nullah near his Nashik home. Police investigate the circumstances after he was missing since December 11. Read the full story.
Pune's 2026 Healthcare Boost: 60 Model PHCs, Cancer Care
Pune gears up for a major healthcare overhaul in 2026 with 60 Model PHCs, expanded cancer facilities at Sassoon, and new private hospitals. Discover the city's public-private health push.
Goa Zilla Panchayat Elections: Voting on Dec 20 for 50 Seats
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.
Nagpur HC seeks reply on 204 villages without crematoriums
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench demands Zilla Parishad's response by Dec 22 on 204 villages lacking crematorium facilities, forcing open-air last rites. Read the full story.
Maharashtra makes returning officer's decision final for ZP polls
Maharashtra cabinet approves amendment to prevent election delays. Returning officer's nomination decision now final, curbing court appeals. Read how this impacts upcoming ZP and Panchayat Samiti polls.
Goa's Zilla Panchayats: Powerless After Two Decades
Two decades on, Goa's zilla panchayats remain powerless in governance but politically charged. Experts blame deliberate centralization and party-based elections for undermining local self-governance. Explore the paradox.
Goa's Poll Day Curbs: Shops Shut Near Voting Centres
North and South Goa district magistrates order closure of eateries within 100m of polling stations on Dec 20. Gatherings of over 5 persons banned near booths. Details here.
Ancient Stone Reinstalled in Mysuru's Kaliyuru Village
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.
Maharashtra ends court appeals on poll nomination rejection
Maharashtra cabinet amends 1961 Act to make Returning Officer's decision on nominations final, aiming to prevent election delays. Move follows SEC's postponement of 22 council polls.
Goa University defers student council polls to Dec 23
Goa University postponed its student council elections to December 23 after the district collector invoked the election code of conduct for Zilla Panchayat polls. The last-minute change sparked protests on campus.
Vijayawada School Gets New Books, 25 Computers in 9 Days
Sharada Zilla Parishad School in Chilakaluripeta receives a modern computer lab and classic storybooks, fulfilling Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan's pledge made during a Mega PTM. Read about this educational boost.
Centre Withholds Rs 1,279 Cr from Karnataka
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.
Goa reserves ZP chairperson posts for women, declares poll holiday
Goa government reserves Zilla Panchayat chairperson posts for women in North & South Goa, declares paid holiday for elections. 226 candidates contesting across 50 seats. Read the full story.
Goa BJP expels 10 members ahead of Zilla Panchayat polls
BJP expels 10 members in Goa for anti-party activities, with nine contesting as rebels in ZP elections. Party forms alliance with MGP, aims for 34 seats. Read the full details.
Arambol ZP Seat: Multi-Cornered Fight in Goa
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.
Goa MLA Accuses BJP of Delaying RG's Poll Permissions
RG MLA Viresh Borkar accuses BJP of using govt machinery to delay vehicle permissions for Zilla Panchayat campaigning in Tiswadi, violating the 24-hour model code. Read the full story.
Drunk Teacher Abuses Students, Dances in Maharashtra School
A government teacher in Maharashtra's Washim district caused chaos by allegedly teaching while drunk, abusing students, and dancing. Villagers demand strict action against the educator.
SEC Seeks to Amend Zilla Parishad Election Rules
Maharashtra's State Election Commission is pushing to amend ZP election rules to remove court appeals that delay polls. This aims to prevent disruptions like those seen in recent municipal elections.
HC Directs Kolhapur Civic Bodies to File Road Work Reports
Bombay HC's Kolhapur bench mandates regular compliance reports from KMC & ZP on road construction. First report due Dec 11. Details on quality, timeline, and public disturbance.
Arunachal Minister's 'No Schemes if BJP Loses' Remark Sparks Row
Arunachal Pradesh Minister Ojing Tasing faces controversy for allegedly linking govt schemes to BJP's panchayat poll wins. Congress seeks resignation, SEC seeks report. Details inside.
Goa ZP Polls: Opposition Alliance in Disarray Ahead of Vote
The stage is set for a fierce battle in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections, seen as a semifinal before the 2027 Assembly polls. With the opposition alliance fractured, the BJP-led front appears united. Key dates: nominations by Dec 9, voting on Dec 20. Read
Symbol Allotment Flaw Puts Upcoming ZP, Panchayat Samiti Polls at Risk
State Election Commission defers civic polls after symbol allotment violations. Experts warn Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections face similar disruption unless rules are amended.
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