Farmers to Meet SC, Parliamentary Panels on Agri Issues
Sanyukt Kisan Morcha delegation to meet Supreme Court-appointed committee and parliamentary panel in Chandigarh on Friday to discuss MSP legal guarantee and other farming concerns.
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Mumbai's Hawker Crisis: No Policy, Footpaths Encroached
As Mumbai civic polls near, illegal hawkers choke 50% of footpaths. BMC data shows 32,415 vendors, but unions claim 4 lakh. A 2014 Act remains unimplemented, policy delayed for a decade.
Madhav Gadgil's Unfulfilled Vision for Western Ghats
Explore the story of ecologist Madhav Gadgil's dedicated life and the controversial fate of his panel's recommendations for protecting the Western Ghats. Understand why his vision remains unrealized.
Supreme Court Allows Birla to Form Inquiry Panel on Moitra
Supreme Court dismisses Mahua Moitra's plea, allowing Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to proceed with an inquiry committee on cash-for-query allegations. Key details inside.
BJP Forms New Bengal Team 3 Months Before Polls
BJP reconstitutes its West Bengal state committee with a 34-member team, balancing old guard and new faces, as elections loom. Key appointments and strategic moves detailed.
Major Bengal BJP reshuffle ahead of assembly elections
West Bengal BJP reshuffles state committee, balancing veterans and newcomers. Key exclusions include Dilip Ghosh. New general secretaries and VPs named. Get the full list.
UDF Wins All Kochi Corp Committees Unopposed
The UDF secured a clear majority in all eight standing committees of the Kochi Corporation without voting. Key chairperson candidates named. Full details on the election process and LDF's absence dispute inside.
Invalid Votes, Delayed Polls Hit Thiruvananthapuram Council
BJP and LDF councillors' votes declared invalid in Thiruvananthapuram standing committee polls. Elections for 5 committees postponed due to nomination shortfall. Key committee chair to be decided by draw of lots.
Leather Sector Seeks Help Over High US Tariffs
Indian leather exporters warn Parliament panel that 50% US tariffs are crippling exports and jobs. They urge government intervention and market diversification. Read more.
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.
Kalamassery Committee Elections Stalled After UDF Misses Deadline
The ruling UDF in Kalamassery municipality missed the nomination deadline by 5 minutes, stalling standing committee elections. The process will now resume Wednesday. Get the full story.
Parliamentary Committee Visits Auroville, Reviews Development
A 20-member parliamentary committee visited Auroville, studying its sustainable development projects and meditating at Matrimandir. Explore the future of this international township.
SC Rejects PIL for Lyngdoh Committee Norms in Campus Polls
The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking enforcement of Lyngdoh Committee norms in student union elections. The committee aimed to curb money and muscle power in campus politics. Read the full details.
BJP Loses Key Panels in Tripunithura Municipality
Despite being the single largest party, BJP managed to secure only the finance committee in Tripunithura municipality standing committee polls. LDF and UDF dominate other crucial panels. Read the full analysis.
SGPC Rejects AAP Leader's Allegations as Baseless
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has strongly refuted allegations made by AAP's principal spokesperson, Malvinder Singh Kang. The committee accuses him of spreading misinformation and tarnishing its reputation. Read the full details of t
NDA Targets Priyanka Gandhi's New Congress Role in Assam
NDA leaders criticize Priyanka Gandhi's appointment as Assam screening panel chief, calling it dynastic. JD(U) claims it's a move to sideline her. Congress gears up for Assam polls.
Priyanka Gandhi Named Congress Assam Screening Panel Chief
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra appointed chairperson of Congress screening committee for Assam polls. This marks her first organisational role since 2022 UP elections. Details inside.
Priyanka Gandhi Leads Congress Assam Screening Committee
Congress initiates candidate selection for Assam polls, with Priyanka Gandhi Vadra heading the screening committee. The party aims to regain power after a decade. Read the full details.
Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls see 692 candidates, down from 2017
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.
Horses' Secret: How They Sleep Standing Up
Discover the unique 'stay apparatus' that allows horses to sleep on their feet, a survival trick evolved over millions of years. Learn how this mechanism keeps them safe from predators.
10 Must-Haves for a Spine-Friendly Workspace
Sitting all day hurting your back? Harsh Wadhwani of Vergo reveals 10 crucial items to transform your desk setup, support spinal alignment, and prevent pain. Act now for a healthier workday!
Congress MP Jothimani Warns of TN Party Unit's Destruction
Congress MP Jothimani warns internal conflicts are destroying the Tamil Nadu Congress, hindering election work and betraying Rahul Gandhi's ideals. Read the full story.
Parliamentary Committee Visits Amritsar for Industry Input
A Parliamentary Standing Committee visited Amritsar to gather feedback from local industry leaders on challenges and opportunities. The aim is to shape national policies for industrial growth and export promotion.
Karnataka Local Body Polls Scheduled for 2026
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.
Dewas: Two held for murder of villager in Barotha
Police in Dewas arrest Rajesh Patel and son Rajveer for the fatal assault of a 55-year-old man in Kailod village. The attack, stemming from a long rivalry, occurred at Dabri Square. Read the full investigation details.
Kerala Standing Committee Polls Announced for Jan 2026
Kerala State Election Commission schedules standing committee elections for all local bodies from Jan 5-7, 2026. Details on committees, reservation, and voting process inside.
Karnataka Congress Committee to Revive Student Union Polls
KPCC forms high-level committee to restore student union elections in Karnataka colleges after decades. Panel to submit report in 15 days. Read more.
BMC Official, Videographer Assaulted in Mumbai, FIR Registered
An FIR is registered in Mumbai after a BMC official and an election videographer were assaulted while on duty. The incident occurred on Dec 27 in Vile Parle. Details inside.
Manipur Congress Vows to Restore Peace on 140th INC Day
On the 140th foundation day of the Indian National Congress, the Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee declared only Congress can bring back peace and stability to the state, criticising the BJP government's failures. Read more.
MCD postpones Okhla waste-to-energy plant expansion proposal
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
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