West Bengal sees high child adoption rates, yet couples overwhelmingly prefer infants under 2, leaving older children in wait. Experts cite societal prejudices and a desire for a 'clean slate' as key reasons. Learn about the push to change perceptions.
A man with learning difficulties, missing since 2013, was reunited with his Haridwar family by Pune's Yerawada hospital using Google Maps and perseverance after his acquittal. Read this heartwarming story of justice and compassion.
Nagaland Bio-Resource Mission ships its first batch of Zanthoxylum seeds to a private firm in Tezpur, marking a key step in commercializing the state's medicinal plants. Read about this milestone for local farmers and the economy.
Kerala faces severe landslides and floods due to 35-year-old maps. Lack of data-based planning cripples disaster management. Urgent policy reforms needed for sustainable development.
Political parties in Jalandhar district are in a last-minute rush to finalize candidates for the upcoming panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections, with nominations closing on May 7. Key details inside.
In Kozhikode's Edachery panchayat, Congress's T K Motilal contests against his CPM brother T K Subash. Their parents, Congress loyalists, named them after party icons. Read this unique political family story.
Prayagraj's 2026 Magh Mela authorities partner with Google Maps to highlight routes, ghats & parking. Plans include enhanced traffic, crowd & safety measures for pilgrims. Read more.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 1 begins on December 4. Explore new maps, modes, weapons, and the biggest seasonal content drop in franchise history. Dive in now!
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
A 2025 report reveals alarming groundwater over-extraction in Kolar, Bengaluru Urban, Chikkaballapur, Bengaluru Rural, and Chitradurga. Urgent action is needed to prevent a water crisis.
Nildoh Nagar Panchayat gears up for its first election since civic status upgrade. A direct BJP vs Congress clash for chairperson amid key local issues. 17,953 voters to decide.
Maharashtra State Election Commission postpones elections in multiple wards after returning officers illegally allotted symbols, compromising the electoral process. New polling date set for Dec 20.
Adayalampattu panchayat dumps 10 tonnes daily into Cooum River, causing flooding risks and environmental damage. GCC struggles with cleanup as merger proposal delays continue.
Maharashtra State Election Commission plans phased elections for zilla parishads and panchayat samitis. 17 ZPs and 83 panchayat samitis exceed 50% reservation limit. Supreme Court hearing scheduled for January 21.
Punjab State Election Commission postpones Mohali panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections following merger of 15 villages into municipal corporation. Other areas to vote as scheduled.
Journey into Edamalakkudy, Kerala's first tribal panchayat, where the Muthuvan community balances modernity with nature amidst human-animal conflicts and fragile infrastructure. Discover their resilience.
Villages in Patiala's Nabha subdivision are rejecting the 30% deduction from panchayat income for secretary wages, calling it illegal. Multiple gram sabhas pass resolutions demanding revocation.
Telangana election commission mandates 24-hour inquiry for unanimous panchayat wins to prevent corruption, auctioning and coercion. Ensure free and fair local elections.
Shocking revelations as sarpanch positions in Telangana villages are being auctioned for ₹20 lakh to ₹1 crore ahead of panchayat elections. Exclusive investigation into grassroots democracy corruption.
Vadakkekara police arrest Manoj for allegedly stabbing former CPM member Fazal Rahman at Chendamangalam panchayat office. Attack stemmed from personal enmity, not election rivalry. Read full details.
Garhwa DC Dinesh Kumar Yadav recommends suspension of panchayat mukhiya and staff for fraudulent withdrawal of Abua Awas Yojna funds. Read about the investigation and punitive actions taken.
Indurani plots to seize Ganga Mai's dhaba & home via Panchayat. With Rs 10 lakh debt & Durgavati's influence, her daughters' future hangs in balance. Will justice prevail?
Himachal Pradesh panchayat elections face controversy over reservation rules. Learn how the state government's decision has sparked political tension and legal challenges.
Chandigarh announces December 14 for zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections after multiple delays. Counting on December 17. Model code of conduct in effect. Read full details.
Telangana High Court refuses to interfere with Panchayat elections and BC reservations. Case adjourned for 8 weeks as court directs state to file counters. Read full details.
Candidates in Nagpur's civic polls face a dual battle: against rivals and a Supreme Court case on reservation cap breaches. Their victory on Dec 2 hinges on a January court ruling.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy begins 6-day district tour from Dec 1 to strengthen Congress cadre for panchayat elections. Tour covers 6 districts with public meetings and development initiatives.
Jharkhand High Court exempts rural areas under Panchayati Raj from RRDA, JRDA jurisdiction. Landmark verdict protects gram panchayat building permissions. Read full analysis.
A Haryana couple allegedly strangled the man's mother and her lover after catching them together. They then drove the bodies directly to Sirsa police station. Read the shocking details.
Uttarakhand High Court directs five allegedly abducted zila panchayat members to appear personally. Court seeks progress report on kidnapping investigation ahead of December 3 hearing.