Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira accuses Punjab State Election Commissioner Raj Kamal Chaudhry of gross incompetence and surrender during block samiti and zila parishad elections. Read the full story.
Bhimadolu police arrest 19, including prime accused, for allegedly burning a poultry shed, car, and shop in Pulla village. Attack linked to long-standing rivalry. Read details.
Scrutiny for Punjab's Panchayat Samiti elections concludes with 206 candidates in the fray. Voting on June 9, results on June 11. Key details on nominations and process.
Unemployed youth groups in Karnataka plan separate rallies in Dharwad on December 8 and 10, demanding immediate government recruitment for vacant posts. They warn of intensifying protests if demands are unmet.
The Bahujan Samaj Party commemorated Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's death anniversary with large-scale events in Lucknow and Noida. Mayawati paid tributes in Delhi, while party functionaries gathered at Dalit memorials.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath pledges to protect Ambedkar statues with walls & umbrellas, ensure road connectivity for all SC/ST villages, and links welfare schemes to his legacy. Read more.
Massive traffic jams hit Noida-Delhi route as thousands gathered at Dalit Prerna Sthal on Dr BR Ambedkar's death anniversary. Police imposed diversions to manage the crowd. Read details.
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges AAP used police & administration to stop opposition nominations in Panchayat Samiti & Zila Parishad elections. Details inside.
A student clash at a Jammu college sparks protests. The Sangharsh Samiti demands relocation of Muslim students, citing safety concerns. Authorities promise action.
A year after renovation began, Noida's Dalit Prerna Sthal still awaits full makeover. Cracks, electrical issues persist ahead of Ambedkar Jayanti. Read the latest updates.
Wholesale trading in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar halted completely as 150 agents and buyers joined a statewide protest. Read about their key demands and the impact.
A total of 64 nominations filed for Zila Parishad and 424 for Block Samiti seats in Jalandhar district. Polling scheduled for July 10. Get the full candidate list and details here.
BJP legislators plan adjournment motion to debate Ahinda communities' condition, alleging Siddaramaiah's policies hinder upliftment. Key issues: SC/ST funds, OBC reservation, caste census.
Punjab Congress accuses AAP govt of blatant hooliganism, preventing opposition candidates from filing nominations for Dec 14 local body elections. Details of alleged attacks and police misuse inside.
749 nominations filed for Zila Parishad & Block Samiti polls in Patiala amid allegations of nomination papers being snatched & torn. Six police cases registered. Details inside.
Chamba administration creates multi-level committees to regulate fertiliser sales, prevent smuggling, and promote judicious use after Delhi blast linked to ammonium nitrate.
Under NEP 2020, all Indian HEIs must implement the 'Learn One More Bharatiya Bhasha' initiative to boost multilingualism and employability. Learn the details and impact.
SAD MLA Ganieve Kaur Majithia accuses AAP govt of turning Punjab into a 'police state' to block opposition nominations for Block Samiti & Zila Parishad polls. She demands EC intervention.
Sant Niranjan Dass of Dera Sachkhand Ballan met PM Narendra Modi to invite him for the Feb 1 function at Guru Ravidas's birthplace in Varanasi. Key BJP leaders from Punjab were present.
Noida traffic police issue advisory for diversions near Dalit Prerna Sthal on Dec 6. Goods vehicles banned on Noida Expressway. Details on alternate routes inside.
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.
Punjab BJP accuses AAP of influencing officials to block opposition nominations in local body polls. The party demands mandatory videography of the entire election process for transparency.
Kushalnagar witnessed a magnificent Hanuman Jayanti celebration with 8 beautifully decorated mantaps. Over 800 police personnel ensured security as thousands of devotees participated. Read more about the festivities.
22 candidates filed nominations for Panchayat Samiti polls in Mohali's Kharar & Majri blocks. Dera Bassi recorded zero entries for the 3rd day. Dec 4 is the last day to file. Get the details.
Three candidates file nominations for Phagwara Block Samiti elections in Jalandhar. Scrutiny on July 10, withdrawals by July 12, and voting on July 17. Get the latest updates.
Political parties in Jalandhar district are in a last-minute rush to finalize candidates for the upcoming panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections, with nominations closing on May 7. Key details inside.
Rights group PUCL demands judicial inquiry into the death of Dalit youth Darshan PG, alleging illegal detention and assault by Bengaluru police. Details inside.
Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging delimitation for Maharashtra's local bodies, refuses to delay elections. Bench warns against pleas stalling polls.
Tensions flared at Mhow's Bhojshala as ASI officials barred a new portrait of Waghdevi, citing a 2003 order. Devotees protested, leading to police intervention. Read the full story.
Punjab BJP working president Ashwani Sharma alleges AAP aims to win rural elections by misusing state machinery. BJP to contest all Zila Parishad, Block Samiti seats and go solo in 2027 assembly polls.