Raipur Bird Transfer Triggers Villager Protests, Police Complaint
Villagers in Raipur protest the relocation of birds from Nandanvan Pakshi Vihar to Jungle Safari, citing livelihood threats. Forest department denies bird deaths, cites CZA directive.
Category : Search result: Gram Panchayat elections
17 Zilla Parishads Breach 50% Reservation Cap in Maharashtra
Maharashtra State Election Commission plans phased elections for zilla parishads and panchayat samitis. 17 ZPs and 83 panchayat samitis exceed 50% reservation limit. Supreme Court hearing scheduled for January 21.
Mohali Panchayat Elections Postponed Due to Boundary Changes
Punjab State Election Commission postpones Mohali panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections following merger of 15 villages into municipal corporation. Other areas to vote as scheduled.
Punjab villages challenge 30% panchayat income cut
Villages in Patiala's Nabha subdivision are rejecting the 30% deduction from panchayat income for secretary wages, calling it illegal. Multiple gram sabhas pass resolutions demanding revocation.
Telangana Issues Strict Guidelines for Panchayat Elections
Telangana election commission mandates 24-hour inquiry for unanimous panchayat wins to prevent corruption, auctioning and coercion. Ensure free and fair local elections.
Telangana Panchayat Posts Auctioned for Crores
Shocking revelations as sarpanch positions in Telangana villages are being auctioned for ₹20 lakh to ₹1 crore ahead of panchayat elections. Exclusive investigation into grassroots democracy corruption.
Chandigarh Zila Parishad Elections on Dec 14
Chandigarh announces December 14 for zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections after multiple delays. Counting on December 17. Model code of conduct in effect. Read full details.
Telangana HC Upholds BC Reservations in Panchayat Elections
Telangana High Court refuses to interfere with Panchayat elections and BC reservations. Case adjourned for 8 weeks as court directs state to file counters. Read full details.
HC: Panchayat Land Exempt from RRDA, JRDA Building Rules
Jharkhand High Court exempts rural areas under Panchayati Raj from RRDA, JRDA jurisdiction. Landmark verdict protects gram panchayat building permissions. Read full analysis.
Gujarat Info Commission fines PIO for RTI misuse
Gujarat Information Commission penalizes PIO Rs 5,000 for misinterpreting RTI order, recommends action against officer. Learn how citizens can protect their right to information.
Gujarat Info Commission fines PIO for RTI denial
Gujarat Information Commission penalizes PIO Rs 5,000 for misusing orders to deny RTI information. Disciplinary action recommended against appellate officer. Read full details.
Telangana Panchayat Polls Unlock ₹1,450 Crore Grants
Hyderabad's long-delayed gram panchayat elections secure crucial ₹1,450 crore central funds before April 2026 deadline, while ₹1,550 crore remains uncertain. Learn about the financial implications for village development.
Telangana Gram Panchayat Polls: 3-Phase Schedule Out
Telangana SEC announces 3-phase gram panchayat elections on Dec 11, 14, 17. Over 1.6 crore voters to elect sarpanches in 12,728 villages. Model code of conduct in effect.
BJP candidate kidnapped, rescued in Arunachal Pradesh
Police rescue BJP gram panchayat candidate kidnapped from Seppa office to prevent nomination filing. Eight suspects identified in clan-based political sabotage ahead of Dec 15 elections.
Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections: 3 Phases from Dec 11
Telangana announces three-phase Gram Panchayat elections starting December 11. Nominations open November 27. Get complete schedule and details here.
Telangana Gram Panchayats' Revenue Drops to Rs 159 Per Capita
Expert committee reveals Telangana's gram panchayats generate only Rs 159 per capita revenue. Structural issues and tax collection reluctance threaten rural development. Read full analysis.
BJP Wins 103 Seats Unopposed in Maharashtra Polls
Maharashtra BJP achieves historic victory with 103 unopposed wins in local body elections. Significant political gains in Nagar Panchayat and Nagar Parishad polls.
Congress MLA Denies Slapping Party Worker Claims
Karnataka Congress MLA D Ravishankar faces and denies accusations of slapping a party worker during public grievance hearing. Both parties refute the viral incident claims.
Telangana Announces Gram Panchayat Polls, Defers Others
Telangana government decides to conduct Gram Panchayat elections while postponing other local body polls. Learn about the ₹3,000 crore funds deadline driving this decision.
Punjab HC Seeks Affidavit on Panchayat Ballot Custody
Punjab & Haryana High Court flags potential mischief in panchayat vote counting, demands detailed affidavit on ballot custody. Stay informed about election integrity.
Maharashtra Local Body Elections 2025: Key Dates
Maharashtra prepares for local body elections covering 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats. Voting on December 2, results on December 3. Complete details inside.
Law Student Found Dead in Lawyer's Chamber in Kakdwip
First-year law student's body recovered from lawyer-mentor's chamber in Kakdwip. Police launch manhunt as family alleges close relationship. Unnatural death case registered.
Brazilian Model Votes in Haryana, Rahul Gandhi Files Papers
In an unexpected twist during Haryana's panchayat polls, a Brazilian model participated in voting while Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's nomination papers were officially filed for the Rae Bareli constituency.
6.34L Voters in Pune Local Body Elections
Maharashtra gears up for crucial local body elections as 6.34 lakh voters prepare to cast their ballots across 14 municipal councils and 3 nagar panchayats in Pune district, shaping grassroots governance.
Maharashtra Local Body Elections: Polls on Dec 8
Maharashtra State Election Commission announces election dates for 9 local bodies across 7 districts. Voting on December 8, results on December 9. Key political battle ahead of assembly polls.
Punjab Panchayats Protest Flood Relief Fund Diversion
Village councils across Punjab's Jalandhar district protest government's decision to redirect panchayat funds for flood relief, calling it unconstitutional and demanding immediate reversal.
Punjab delays Zila Parishad polls to Dec due to floods
Punjab government postpones Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections to December due to devastating floods. Get the latest updates on the election rescheduling and flood situation.
Bengaluru Panchayat Member Shot, Survives Attack
A Karnataka Gram Panchayat member was shot multiple times by motorcycle-borne assailants in Bengaluru's Kothanur. The victim miraculously survived the assassination attempt and is recovering at a private hospital. Police have launched a massive manhunt fo
Tejashwi vows to double panchayat reps' salary in Bihar
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav announces revolutionary pledge to double salaries and allowances for panchayat representatives if India Bloc secures victory in Bihar assembly elections.
Arunachal Pradesh Panchayat, Municipal polls in December
Arunachal Pradesh State Election Commission announces December polling for grassroots democracy. Get details on election schedule, nomination process, and security preparations.
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