Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti election trends show AAP in the lead, with Congress putting up a strong fight in Doaba and SAD making a comeback in Malwa. Key results from Jalandhar, Patiala, and Bathinda.
85-year-old Gurdial Singh, Malerkotla's oldest candidate, narrowly loses Zila Parishad election by 57 votes. The veteran vows to continue his public service fight. Read his inspiring story.
AAP maintains lead in Patiala district rural polls. Congress and SAD allege counting irregularities, protest. Key results from Rajpura, Sanaur, Bhunerheri blocks detailed.
Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring alleges AAP manipulated zila parishad elections. He predicts party's exit within a year and vows Congress victory in 2027 Vidhan Sabha polls.
Counting of votes for Punjab's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections is on. A 48% voter turnout was recorded with over 9,000 candidates in the fray. Get the latest results and updates here.
Follow live updates, ward-wise results, and party leads as counting begins for Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections. Get real-time trends from all districts.
Teacher organisations in Punjab held protests demanding justice & ₹2 crore compensation for colleagues who died on election duty. Read about their demands for safety reforms.
Punjab & Haryana HC disposed of Congress MP Raja Warring's PIL seeking mandatory videography of Zila Parishad poll counting, noting the State Election Commission had already issued detailed instructions for the process.
Punjab's Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections witness a sharp 20-point drop in voter turnout to 48.4%, the lowest since 2008. Opposition calls it a vote of no confidence in AAP, while the ruling party cites peaceful polls. Read the full analysis.
Chandigarh administration enhances financial assistance for ex-servicemen & widows. Monthly aid for non-pensioners above 65 raised to ₹8000. Widows' aid doubled. Read full details.
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring moves Punjab & Haryana High Court, demanding mandatory videography of Zila Parishad and Block Samiti vote counting to ensure transparency and fairness in the democratic process.
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria inaugurated the Armed Forces Flag Day in Chandigarh, contributing ₹1 lakh. Learn about the new welfare schemes for veterans and the history of this national tradition.
Punjab SIT calls SAD's Arshdeep Kler in Patiala police audio probe. HC examines pleas for independent inquiry ahead of rural polls. Key developments inside.
Congress petitions Punjab State Election Commission, alleging widespread violence and police complicity obstructed nominations for zila parishad and block samiti elections. Demands extension of deadline and probe.
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges AAP used police & administration to stop opposition nominations in Panchayat Samiti & Zila Parishad elections. Details inside.
Bombay HC's Kolhapur bench mandates regular compliance reports from KMC & ZP on road construction. First report due Dec 11. Details on quality, timeline, and public disturbance.
Democratic Teachers' Front protests excessive election duties for teachers in Punjab, citing academic disruption and safety concerns. Demands exemptions, security, and honorarium for staff.
Himachal Pradesh High Court strikes down Shimla Zila Parishad ward delimitation, citing arbitrariness. The order impacts upcoming panchayat polls. Read the full details and implications.
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa moves Punjab & Haryana HC, alleging AAP govt orchestrated violence to block nominations for local polls. Hearing on Dec 8.
Bathinda MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal demands CBI inquiry into viral audio clip alleging police interference in SAD nominations for Dec 14 zila parishad elections. Calls for EC action against AAP.
Samskrita Sahitya Parishad hosts a Sanskrit quiz for students in Trichy on Sunday. Topics include Vedas, Ramayana, and Indian culture. Details inside.
IndiGo's flight operations remain disrupted, stranding passengers. PM Modi hosts Russian President Putin for key talks on bilateral ties. Also, stubble burning scrutiny and Elgaar Parishad case updates.
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.
Bombay High Court grants bail to Hany Babu, leaving only three accused in Elgaar Parishad case behind bars. Case creaks as charges remain unframed after years. Read the full timeline.
Arunachal Pradesh Minister Ojing Tasing faces controversy for allegedly linking govt schemes to BJP's panchayat poll wins. Congress seeks resignation, SEC seeks report. Details inside.
Delhi University professor Hany Babu released on bail by Bombay High Court after five years in Taloja jail. Family recounts emotional and financial struggle. Read the full story.
Bombay High Court grants bail to former DU professor Hany Babu Tharayil, citing prolonged incarceration without trial. The Elgar Parishad case sees 12 of 16 accused now out on bail.
Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Election Officer Sakshi Sawhney reviews Zila Parishad poll readiness in Ludhiana. Voting on February 26, counting March 1. Get the latest updates.
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.