Kerala Fully Prepared for Crucial Local Body Elections
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
The open campaign for Kerala's first-phase local body elections concludes. A fierce triangular contest is expected, especially in Thiruvananthapuram, as BJP's influence grows. Read the latest analysis.
Director Raj Nidimoru made his first public appearance after marrying actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu. He attended 'The Family Man 3' success bash in Mumbai. Read more.
Madhya Pradesh officially changes Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan per MHA directive. CM Mohan Yadav met Governor at newly named Lok Bhavan. Discover which other states have made the switch.
Kerala State Election Commissioner A Shajahan reveals the panel's adjudicatory powers, Rs 200 crore poll expenditure, and why Kerala is a model for local self-governance. Read the full interview.
Major tourism associations in Kerala propose a master plan including enhanced nightlife, a surfing festival, and infrastructure upgrades to restore Kovalam as a premium destination and boost foreign tourist numbers.
Punjab Governor's official residence in Chandigarh is now Lok Bhavan. Governor Gulab Chand Kataria welcomed the change, linking it to Sardar Patel's vision and India's democratic ethos.
Punjab's Raj Bhavan is now Lok Bhavan, a people-centric rebranding by the Centre. The historic change reflects a shift towards public accessibility. Read more.
Shhyamali De, ex-wife of filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, opens up about 'sleepless nights' and a personal challenge following his wedding to Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Read her heartfelt request.
Delhi's Raj Niwas, the LG's official residence, is now Lok Niwas following an MHA directive to shed colonial-era names. Discover the states that have made similar changes.
Jharkhand's Raj Bhavans in Ranchi and Dumka are now Lok Bhavans. Governor Gangwar pledges enhanced public accessibility. Explore the history and political reactions.
A Rajya Sabha discussion on renaming Raj Bhavans turned contentious as Dola Sen raised MGNREGA, leading the Chair to intervene and expunge remarks. Get the full details.
Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat has ordered the immediate renaming of all Raj Bhavans in the state to Lok Bhavans. This follows a central advisory and aims to make the institution more people-centric. Read the full story.
Chhattisgarh Governor's residence is now 'Lok Bhavan' following a central directive. The change, effective Dec 2, 2025, aims to reflect a 'people's house'. Read the full story.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru's wedding surprised fans. Explore their complete relationship timeline, pieced together from her Instagram posts, revealing how friendship turned to love. Read the full story.
Following an MHA directive, eight Indian states and Ladakh UT have renamed the Governor's house from 'Raj Bhavan' to 'Lok Bhavan' to move away from colonial-era nomenclature. Read the full story.
The proposed renaming of Nagpur Raj Bhavan to 'Lok Bhavan' is delayed, pending formal approval from Governor Acharya Devvrat. The move is part of a national effort to replace colonial-era terms.
Odisha's Raj Bhavan is now Lok Bhavan, a historic name change announced by Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati. The move, inspired by PM Modi's vision, aims to foster public engagement and transparency. Read more.
Kerala's Raj Bhavan is now Lok Bhavan following a Union directive. Governor Arlekar calls it a shift from colonial to democratic mindset. Read about the historic change.
Patna's historic Raj Bhavan is now Bihar Lok Bhavan, following a central directive to replace colonial-era names. The 1916 building's new identity sparks debate on symbolism vs. substance.
Assam and Tripura officially change governor houses' name from Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan, following a 2024 conference recommendation. The move signifies a break from colonial past.
Jharkhand's JMM criticizes the renaming of Raj Bhavans to Lok Bhavans, demanding a phase-out of their 'political' role. Congress and BJP react. Latest political news from India.
Uttarakhand renames Governor's residences in Dehradun & Nainital to Lok Bhavan, following a central advisory to drop colonial-era titles. Read about the symbolic shift.
Raj Nidimoru and Samantha Ruth Prabhu married in 2025. In 2009, he debuted as director with '99', while she was modeling. Discover their contrasting journeys. Read the full story.
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu is set to marry filmmaker duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. in a unique union in 2025. Discover their beautiful love story and wedding plans here.
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru tied the knot in a secret dawn ceremony at Coimbatore's Isha Yoga Centre on December 1, 2025. Read about their intimate wedding details.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation seals Rs129 crore deal to transform dilapidated Sokta Bhavan into modern commercial complex with Citizen Facilitation Centre after decade-long struggle.
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose renames Kolkata's historic Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan following central directive. Discover the 224-year-old building's transformation journey.
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose implements the central directive, renaming Kolkata's Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan. Discover the significance behind this historic change.
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose implements central directive, renaming Raj Bhavan as Lok Bhavan. Historic change reflects government's commitment to public service.