How Women-Led Gram Panchayats Are Transforming Rural India
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Yogi Adityanath launches Panchayati Raj newsletter
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath launched the monthly newsletter 'Panchayaton Ki Pragati Gatha' to highlight development in Gram Panchayats. Read how it aims to inspire local governance.
Gadgil's Warning: Local Panchayats Best for Conservation
Ecologist Madhav Gadgil's crucial argument for involving gram panchayats in conservation, highlighting their role as superior custodians against short-term economic pressures.
Patna DM Reviews Farmer ID Campaign; Salaries Withheld in 7 Blocks
Patna DM Thiyagarajan S M reviewed the 4-day e-KYC & farmer ID campaign targeting 12,000 registrations. Officials in 7 blocks face salary hold over slow progress. Read the full update.
How Bureaucracy is Undermining Tribal Autonomy in Jharkhand
The promise of self-governance in Jharkhand's Scheduled Areas is being lost under bureaucratic control, as PESA rules fail to deliver autonomy. Read the full analysis.
Punjab villagers confront MP over VB-GRAM G law
Kansuha Khurd villagers publicly question MP Ravneet Bittu on VB-GRAM G, the law replacing MGNREGA. They demand written answers before the Jan 6 gram sabha, citing fears over funding and rights.
Panaji: Two Govt Vehicles Stolen from Caranzalem
Two four-wheelers belonging to the directorate of panchayats were stolen from Caranzalem in Panaji. Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation. Read for details.
Punjab Panchayats Demand Repeal of G Ram G Act
Punjab's village councils pass resolutions seeking repeal of the Gramin Rajasthan Sehkari Samiti Act, 2023, aligning with farmer protests. Key demands include MSP guarantee and debt waiver.
Karnataka's Local Governance Stalls Without Funds, Elected Bodies
Karnataka's gram panchayats battle a massive resource crunch due to a lack of central funds and elected local bodies, stalling grassroots governance. Read the full analysis.
Jharkhand's Gram Shiksha Sangam Fights Holiday Learning Loss
Jharkhand Education Project Council launches Gram Shiksha Sangam, a community-driven initiative to keep children reading during winter vacations and build foundational literacy.
Maharashtra's VBG Ram G Act Gives Villagers Development Power
Maharashtra's new VBG Ram G Act empowers villagers to decide local development works. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis announces the landmark legislation for grassroots governance.
Karnataka Panchayats in Crisis as Central Funds Denied
Over 6,000 gram panchayats in Karnataka face a severe financial crunch after being denied over Rs 2,100 crore in devolved funds for the current fiscal year. Learn about the impact on local governance.
Rural Karnataka homes exempt from occupancy certificate
Karnataka government exempts 30x40 sqft residential buildings in rural gram panchayat areas from mandatory occupancy certificates. Move aims to ease administrative burden and speed up service connections.
Rajasthan Panchayat Poll Draft Roll Jan 29, Final Feb 25
Rajasthan State Election Commission announces key dates for Panchayati Raj electoral rolls. Draft list on Jan 29, final publication Feb 25. Get the latest guidelines for enumerator appointments.
BJP Alleges AAP Robbed Poor via MGNREGA Corruption
BJP's Ashwani Sharma accuses Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann of failing to provide 100 days of MGNREGA work. He questions missing social audits in 6095 panchayats and inaction on 10,653 corruption cases. Read the full expose.
Gold Price Today: Chennai Leads at ₹13,691 per gram
Check today's gold rates across major Indian cities. Chennai's 24K gold is highest at ₹13,691/g. Get the latest 22K & 18K prices for Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata & more.
Ex-CM Raghubar Das opposes Jharkhand's new PESA rules
Former Jharkhand CM Raghubar Das alleges the state's new PESA rules violate the 1996 Act's spirit, raising concerns over tribal rights and resource control. Read the full controversy.
UPSC Daily Quiz: Polity & Governance MCQs for 2026 Prelims
Ace your UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims with this essential Polity & Governance quiz. Test your knowledge on PESA rules, personality rights, parliamentary language, and landmark court cases. Revise key static syllabus topics now!
Silver Rate Drops Sharply to ₹2,40,000 per Kg Today
Silver prices in India witnessed a sharp fall on December 30, trading at ₹240 per gram. Check the latest silver rate in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and other major cities.
Gold Price Today: Chennai Tops Major Indian Cities
Today's gold rates vary across major Indian cities, with Chennai recording the highest price for 24K gold. Get the latest per-gram rates for 22K and 18K gold in your city.
AAP Wins Delhi Rural Polls, BJP Gains Ground
Aam Aadmi Party secures victory in Delhi's rural body elections, winning 5 of 11 seats. Analysis reveals BJP's growing influence and the critical lessons for AAP ahead of 2025.
BJP alleges Punjab govt sabotaging rural job scheme
BJP accuses Punjab's AAP govt of forcing workers to oppose new job law. Claims of corruption and federal threat escalate political row. Read the full details.
Govt Extends Moong Procurement to January 22
The Indian government extends green gram procurement under the Price Support Scheme until January 22, 2025, offering relief to farmers. Learn about MSP, procurement agencies, and market impact.
8 Himachal Villages Protest Land Acquisition for Shimla Township
Residents of eight villages in Shimla and Solan districts oppose the acquisition of 1,944 bighas for the Jathia Devi satellite township. They submitted formal objections, citing loss of homes and livelihood. SDM assures due process will be followed.
Silver Rate Falls to ₹258 per Gram Today, December 29
Silver price in India today is ₹258 per gram, down ₹4 from yesterday. Get the latest silver rate list for Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and other major cities.
Madikeri Gram Sabha: Villagers Raise JJM, Wildlife Issues
Residents of Nellihudikeri voiced grievances over Jal Jeevan Mission work quality and rising human-animal conflict at the gram sabha. Officials respond with assurances. Read the full report.
Centre Releases Rs 723 Crore for Rajasthan, Jharkhand Rural Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed over Rs 723 crore to rural local bodies in Rajasthan and Jharkhand under the 15th Finance Commission. This crucial funding aims to boost grassroots development and essential services.
Punjab Protests Against MGNREGA Scrapping, New Rozgar Scheme
Massive protests across Punjab villages oppose the central government's move to replace MGNREGA with the VB-G RAM G scheme. Labour leaders demand gram sabhas reject the new law.
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.
Punjab Protests: Villages Reject MGNREGA Replacement Move
Punjab's labour unions stage village protests, burning govt letters, opposing VB-G-RAM-G scheme. SKM announces state-wide agitation from Dec 28. Details inside.
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