Major Global Elections Scheduled for 2026
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
2026 will be a pivotal year for global democracy with major elections in India, the US, France, Brazil, and others. Explore the key political battles shaping the world order.
A 35-year-old man, Tuntun Pandit, was shot in a land dispute in Saharsa's Banma Ithari area. He is critical after emergency surgery. Police are hunting for two accused.
Punjab State Election Commission announces elections for vacant sarpanch and panch posts in Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran districts on January 18. Nomination deadline is January 8. Read for full details.
Shocking data reveals over 55% of cases in Punjab's district courts are pending for more than a year, highlighting a severe judicial backlog. Read the full analysis of the crisis and its implications.
GFP, AAP, and RG demand Canacona's removal from the new Kushavati district, citing severe public inconvenience. Leaders question the government's planning. Read the full story.
The creation of Goa's third district, Kushavati, has ignited a fierce competition between Quepem and Curchorem to become the administrative headquarters. MLAs stake claims, citing infrastructure and connectivity.
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections witness a significant drop in candidates to 692, despite more political parties. BJP and NCP factions lead the high-stakes contest. Read the full analysis.
Tragedy strikes Madhya Pradesh as over 200 parrots succumb to severe food poisoning in Khargone district. Officials confirm the birds died despite rescue efforts. Read the full report.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
Markapuram, the new district in Andhra Pradesh, officially launched on Wednesday, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the Prakasam upland region. Key officials appointed, celebrations erupt.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces a third district comprising four hinterland talukas. The move aims to improve governance and access to central funds. Details inside.
Ludhiana's Guru Nanak Stadium witnessed thrilling performances at the annual district athletics meet. Young talents from under-12 to seniors clinched wins in hurdles, sprints, and discus. Read about the future stars of Indian athletics!
Patna district administration disbursed ₹6.96 crore compensation to 954 victims under SC/ST Act. DM Thiyagarajan S M mandates zero-tolerance policy. Read for details.
Himaksh caused a major upset by defeating second seed Siddhant Singh on Day 1 of the Shri O N Dixit Memorial Winter Jaipur District Open Badminton Championship. Over 500 players are competing.
Gumla administration launches a district control room and strict measures, including salary holds, to ensure better JAC Class 10 & 12 results. Read about the 'Board Exam Vijay Abhiyan'.
A proposed 450 km expressway linking Mumbai to Hyderabad faces a political tug-of-war. Beed and Dharashiv leaders clash over the alignment, impacting development plans for Marathwada. Read the full story.
Security forces arrested eight active KCP cadres in Imphal East and West districts, recovering weapons. The crackdown continues amid Manipur's ethnic strife. Read the full details.
Delhi government appoints District Magistrates for three new districts—Patel Nagar, Sarita Vihar, and Model Town—as part of a major administrative overhaul to improve governance. Learn the key appointments and implications.
Gumla district administration launches 'Board Exam Vijay Abhiyan' with a control room & nodal officers for monitoring. Focus on weak students, remedial classes, and strict action against non-performers to improve JAC results.
Delhi government will soon appoint 13 IAS officers as District Magistrates and 39 as SDMs following the capital's administrative restructuring into 13 districts. Read the full details.
A cholera outbreak in Mizoram's Lawngtlai and Siaha districts has resulted in 13 fatalities. Authorities have sealed the international border with Myanmar to contain the spread. Read the latest updates.
In Nagpur's Wadi and Godhani local polls, family equations proved decisive. A husband-wife duo won as corporators, while Congress and BJP relied on generational ties. Voters prioritized personal credibility over party lines.
Nomination filing for Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections begins December 24. Parties finalize alliances as 15 PMC and 8 PCMC offices open for candidates. Read key details.
NCP and BJP secure key victories in the 2025 Maharashtra municipal council elections for Akola and Washim districts. Full results and analysis here.
Parts of Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district recorded bone-chilling lows, with G Madugula hitting 4.7°C. Dense fog disrupts daily life. IMD predicts more cold days ahead. Read for details.
Patiala and Sangrur districts saw nearly 4% of votes rejected in recent local body elections due to improper ballot marking. Experts call for urgent voter education and electoral reforms. Read more.
Maharashtra holds delayed civic polls in 35 municipal councils & nagar panchayats on Dec 20. Key contests in Nagpur & Amravati. Counting now on Dec 21. Get the latest updates.
Analysis of the 2025 municipal council elections in Nanded and Latur districts, Maharashtra. Explore the results, political dynamics, and what they signal for state politics. Read more.
Energy Minister Rushikesh Patel and Speaker Shankar Chaudhary chaired a key meeting in Vav-Tharad to oversee Republic Day arrangements and review district projects. Read the full report.
Himachal Pradesh police investigate multiple incidents of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) branded balloons found in Una and Kangra districts. No spying devices found yet, but origin probe intensifies.