Bastar villages apply for 'Naxal-free' Ilwat status
Villages in Chhattisgarh's Bastar division are voluntarily seeking the 'Naxal-free' Ilwat tag for development grants. Govt drafts SOP to verify genuine cases amidst a surge in applications.
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Child labour accused arrested after search of 200 Haryana villages
Haryana police apprehend a man accused of child labour following an extensive manhunt across 200 villages. The operation highlights the state's crackdown on illegal employment of minors.
How Women-Led Gram Panchayats Are Transforming Rural India
From Arjuni's equal wages to Narada's green economy, discover how women-led gram panchayats are driving a historic transformation in rural governance, health, and sustainability.
Two Odisha tribal villages get 100% solar power
Olaba and Kandakela Devabhumi in Cuttack become Odisha's first fully solar-powered tribal villages. 80 households now have clean, reliable electricity, boosting education and livelihoods. Discover this green milestone!
Karnataka's Rs 15 Lakh Forest Relocation Plan for Villages
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
Teen critically injured in Maoist IED blast in Chhattisgarh
A 15-year-old boy lost a leg after stepping on a Maoist pressure IED in Bijapur's forest. The CRPF's swift rescue saved his life. The incident follows major anti-Maoist operations.
Teen critically injured in Maoist IED blast in Bijapur forest
A 15-year-old boy lost a leg after stepping on a Maoist-planted pressure IED in Bijapur's Gangaloor forest. The incident follows major anti-Maoist ops in Bastar. Read about the rescue and the rising IED threat.
Teenager injured in Maoist IED blast in Chhattisgarh
A 15-year-old boy lost his leg after stepping on a Maoist-planted pressure IED in Bijapur's forests. CRPF's swift rescue saved his life. The incident highlights the ongoing threat to civilians in Bastar.
Chhattisgarh Police: 'Maoism Will End' as Deadline Nears
Chhattisgarh police claim the upper hand in the final anti-Maoist push. 14 killed in encounters, a top commander surrenders. Over 500 Maoists neutralized since 2024. Read the latest.
14 Maoists Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter
Security forces eliminate 14 Maoists in Bastar, including a close associate of Madvi Hidma. Over 518 rebels killed in state in two years. Read the full details.
14 Naxals Neutralized in Sukma, Bijapur Operations
Security forces neutralize 14 Naxals in Chhattisgarh's Sukma and Bijapur districts. DRG operation in Kistaram forest results in 12 casualties. Details inside.
14 Maoists Killed in Sukma, Bijapur Encounters
Security forces eliminate 14 Maoists in separate encounters in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. Key commander among those neutralized. Read for full details on the operation.
12+ Naxalites Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounters
Security forces neutralised over 12 Naxalites in separate encounters in Sukma and Bijapur districts of Bastar. Read the full details of the ongoing anti-Naxal operations.
14 Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh encounters
Security forces eliminate 14 Maoists, including a key leader, in two separate encounters in Chhattisgarh's Sukma and Bijapur districts. Read the full details of the operation.
12 Maoists Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter
Security forces eliminate over a dozen Maoists in Sukma, including a key commander. Separate Bijapur operation sees two more insurgents killed. Details inside.
Chandigarh Land Pooling Policy Gets Kataria's Backing
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria revives hopes for a land pooling policy in Chandigarh's 22 villages, promising developed plots or substantial compensation to farmers. Details inside.
Kataria Revives Land Pooling Hopes for Chandigarh Villages
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria endorses land pooling for Chandigarh's peripheral villages, reversing the Centre's earlier stance and renewing farmers' hopes for equitable development.
SSB jawans assist funeral in Uttarakhand's deserted village
In a remote Pithoragarh hamlet, only three men were left to carry a centenarian's body. SSB jawans stepped in, highlighting the severe migration crisis emptying Uttarakhand's hills. Read the full story.
Greater Berhampur Plan: 34 Villages to Merge with BMC
Odisha govt initiates formation of Greater Berhampur by merging 34 revenue villages. Public suggestions invited within 30 days. A key urban expansion move for the city.
SC cancels Rajasthan villages named after individuals
Supreme Court sets aside Rajasthan HC order, rules state cannot name revenue villages after people, citing 2009 policy to maintain communal harmony. Read the full legal analysis.
Uttarakhand's Rising Leopard & Bear Attacks: A New Normal
Uttarakhand faces a surge in leopard and bear attacks, driven by tiger conservation success and village abandonment. Over 200 human deaths reported from 2014-2024. Explore the causes and holistic solutions needed.
Ludhiana to Double in Size with 110 Village Inclusion
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation proposes adding 110 villages, expanding area from 160 to 400 sq km. Opposition questions civic readiness amid infrastructure gaps. Read the full analysis.
AI Rumours of Bears Cause Panic in Bageshwar Villages
False AI-generated posts about bear sightings cause fear in Bageshwar. Schools affected, forest officials find no evidence. Learn how misinformation impacts communities.
Goa Plans Energy Self-Sufficiency for 3 Villages
Goa government targets three villages—Caurem Pirla, Harvalem, and Calangute—for a Net-Positive Panchayat model to achieve energy independence through tailored green initiatives. Discover the plan.
Ludhiana MC to bring 100 villages within city limits
Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation approved a major expansion to include 100 villages, renamed landmarks, and addressed civic staffing in its first meeting in 7 months. Read the full details.
12,492 SC Villages Get Basic Facilities in UP by Yogi Govt
Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government provides basic facilities in 12,492 Scheduled Caste villages under PM Adarsh Gram Yojana, targeting holistic development by 2025-26. Read more.
8 Indian Villages That Are Experiences, Not Just Destinations
Discover 8 lesser-known Indian villages from Kerala to Ladakh that offer authentic cultural and natural experiences, perfect for offbeat travellers seeking the real India.
India to have 100+ tsunami-ready villages in Indian Ocean
India is set to become the first nation in the Indian Ocean region with over 100 villages certified as 'Tsunami Ready' by UNESCO-IOC. This community-driven initiative boosts coastal resilience against tsunamis and cyclones.
Kutch Villagers Build CCTV Network for Border Security
Residents of Gujarat's Kutch district install thousands of CCTV cameras with public donations, creating a community-led security shield along the India-Pakistan border. Discover how this grassroots initiative works.
25 Valsad Villages Seek Curbs on Christmas Festivities
Tribal groups in Gujarat's Valsad demand Christmas celebrations be limited to registered Christians, citing cultural preservation. Officials clarify no legal basis for such restrictions. Read more.
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