The monkey menace, a key issue in recent panchayat polls, was raised in the Telangana Assembly. MLA Jatoth Ramachandru Naik highlighted crop damage, urging govt action like castration centres. Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar acknowledged the statewide problem
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.
Ponda deputy collector Kaushik D Amonkar directs Kavlem panchayat to use its powers against illegal scrapyards following repeated fire incidents. Compliance report due by Jan 14.
In a dramatic turn, Congress members in Kerala's Mattathur panchayat resigned and allied with BJP to elect a rebel as president, prompting CM Vijayan to warn of a 'dangerous drift'. Full details inside.
KPCC chief DK Shivakumar announces Congress has begun accepting applications for Bengaluru civic polls, with a Rs 50,000 fee. Party also pushes for ZP-TP elections within 2-3 months.
Congress expels 8 members after BJP backing helps independent win Mattathur panchayat presidency, ending LDF's 23-year rule. Political slugfest erupts over opportunistic alliances.
In a dramatic twist, an invalid vote by a CPM member handed UDF the presidency in Munderi panchayat, home turf of CPM leader K K Ragesh. Get the full details on the cliffhanger local body elections.
UDF secures control in three Kerala panchayats after unexpected vote shifts and lucky draws in Vadakara, Muppainad, and Moodadi. Read the full story of the political twists.
Eight Congress members in Mattathur panchayat resigned, helping a BJP-backed independent win the president's post. KPCC expels members, alleges political sabotage. Read the full story.
Aam Aadmi Party removes Amit Palekar as Goa state president following a dismal single-seat win in Zilla Panchayat polls. The move comes after his public call for opposition unity against BJP. Read the full story.
Udupi gears up for a 3-day sports meet & cultural festival for panchayat officials from Jan 8-10. Cricket, athletics & cultural programmes planned. Get all details.
BJP wins majority in Bajpe and emerges as single largest party in Kinnigoli town panchayat elections. Results declared Dec 27 after polls held on Dec 21. Full results and details inside.
Aam Aadmi Party removes its Goa state unit president Amit Palekar following a dismal performance in the Zilla Panchayat elections. The decision was taken by the party's top decision-making body.
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance consolidates power in Maharashtra's municipal council elections, securing 4,422 councillor seats. BJP emerges as single largest party. Full analysis of results and political implications inside.
Newly appointed UP BJP President Pankaj Chaudhary begins outreach to former state chiefs and senior leaders to strengthen the party's organisational command for upcoming panchayat and 2027 assembly elections.
Rajasthan's State Election Commission has significantly increased expenditure limits for candidates in panchayat and urban local body elections. New campaign vehicle restrictions also announced.
Kavali Nikitha, a 21-year-old MBBS student, wins sarpanch election in Shakhpur village. She aims to tackle transport, water issues & organize health camps. Read her inspiring story.
Revolutionary Goans president Manoj Parab issues a public apology for his comments against Congress's Amit Patkar. The incident highlights opposition vote-split in ZP polls and hints at future alliances for 2027. Read more.
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring accuses AAP of power abuse in zila parishad elections, claiming manipulated results. Details on seat counts and allegations inside.
BJP clinches victory in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections, winning 29 seats. CM Sawant credits welfare schemes for the win, while Congress improves tally to 10. Get the full analysis of the results and political implications.
AAP's ambitious solo run in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections fails to make a mark, losing in key constituencies. The results fuel concerns about opposition vote-splitting and question AAP's alliance strategy ahead of 2027. Read the full analysis.
The BJP-MGP alliance sweeps the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections, winning 33 seats. PM Modi hails NDA workers. Congress manages 10 seats. Full results and analysis.
The BJP has secured a decisive victory in the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections 2025, winning 31 seats. Congress trails with 10. Get the full results and analysis here.
Live updates on Goa Zilla Panchayat election results 2025. BJP wins 9 seats, Congress 3 as counting continues. Record 70% turnout marks historic poll. Follow for winners list and analysis.
BJP sweeps Goa Zilla Panchayat polls 2025, winning 31 of 49 seats. Congress trails with 10. Full list of winners and analysis of the political landscape.
BJP sweeps Goa Zilla Panchayat polls 2025, winning majority in both North and South districts. Congress, AAP trail. Full results, analysis, and political implications inside.
BJP secured only six municipal council president posts in Amravati district, contrary to pre-poll claims. Congress and regional parties made significant gains. Get the full results and analysis here.
BJP secures a landslide victory in Nagpur's Besa-Pipla Nagar Panchayat polls, winning 16 wards and the president's post. Read the full analysis of this major win for the Mahayuti alliance.
Shiv Sena (Shinde) secures twin victories in Ramtek Municipal Council and Parshivni Nagar Panchayat polls, boosting its Nagpur influence. Congress accepts defeat, vows introspection. Read more.
Mahayuti alliance sweeps Nagpur local body elections 2025, securing 8 councils. MVA wins 3, AIMIM 1. Results signal political shift ahead of state polls. Full details inside.