Telangana Municipal Polls: 52 Lakh Voters Cast Ballots Today
Telangana holds elections for 123 urban local bodies with over 52 lakh voters. Polling from 7am to 5pm, results on Feb 13. Key contest between Congress, BRS, and BJP.
Category : State Politics
Himachal's 'Black Day' Over Finance Commission RDG Cut Sparks Crisis
Himachal Pradesh faces fiscal crisis as 16th Finance Commission proposes ending Revenue Deficit Grant. CM Sukhu calls it a 'black day,' warning of halted subsidies and DA payments while BJP defends the move as expected transition.
Telangana Municipal Elections 2026: 52 Lakh Voters Vote
Hyderabad and Telangana witness massive turnout in municipal elections with over 52 lakh voters participating. BJP, Congress, and BRS compete fiercely as results are awaited.
MP Speaker Hears Defection Case of Congress MLA Nirmala Sapre
Madhya Pradesh Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar met LOP Umang Singhar regarding Congress MLA Nirmala Sapre's alleged defection to BJP. The case, pending since May 2024, involves Supreme Court rulings on 90-day decision timelines.
Rajasthan's Khejri Tree Crisis Puts BJP Government Under Pressure
The Bhajan Lal Sharma government in Rajasthan faces mounting pressure from protests over the felling of the sacred khejri tree, with demands for an Amrita Devi Act to protect desert species.
Jaipur Budget 2026-27: Cautious Expectations Amid Fiscal Constraints
As Rajasthan prepares to present its Budget for 2026-27, citizens and policymakers express tempered expectations, focusing on job creation, infrastructure, and implementation challenges.
Telangana Municipal Elections 2026 Polling Live
Telangana holds municipal elections today across 2,996 wards in 116 municipalities and 7 corporations. Key battles involve Congress, BRS, and BJP-JSP alliance, with results due Friday.
Naidu Objects to Karnataka Dam Plan, Urges River Dispute Fix
Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu raises objections to Karnataka's proposal to increase Alamatti dam height, citing interstate water concerns. He also calls for an early resolution to the Vamsadhara river water dispute with Odisha.
PMK Alleges DMK Plans to Buy Victory with Money in TN Polls
PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss has accused the DMK of planning to 'buy victory with money power' in the upcoming assembly elections. He predicted the DMK would win only single-digit seats while the NDA alliance would secure over 200.
Jaipur Infrastructure Projects Expected in 2026-27 Budget
Ahead of Jaipur Municipal Corporation elections, officials anticipate significant budget allocations for metro expansions, traffic upgrades, and water supply enhancements in the state capital.
Kolkata Orange Line Metro Halted by Police Traffic Diversion Rejection
Bidhannagar Police has denied sanction for a traffic diversion plan at Kolkata airport, stalling construction of the final 135-meter leg of the Orange Line Metro due to concerns over massive road congestion.
DMK Targets 70 Weak Assembly Seats in Tamil Nadu
The DMK has identified 70 vulnerable assembly constituencies ahead of the next election, focusing on narrow-margin wins and losses. The party is implementing grassroots mobilization and candidate changes to strengthen prospects.
EPS Hits Out at Stalin Over Medical Quota Credit Claim
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami refutes Chief Minister M K Stalin's claim that DMK pressure led to the 7.5% horizontal reservation for government school students in medical admissions.
DMK to Form Seat-Sharing Panel, Talks Start Feb 22
DMK announces formation of a committee for seat-sharing talks with allies, set to begin on February 22 after the state budget session. Party cadres are engaged in electoral roll revision and campaign activities.
Odisha Defines Eligibility for Maoist Surrender Benefits
Odisha government specifies that Maoists operating outside the state are ineligible for surrender benefits, except for Odia natives who can surrender with proper certification.
Lottery King's Wife Leema Martin to Launch New Party in Tamil Nadu
Leema Rose Martin, wife of lottery magnate Santiago Martin, resigns from IJK after 14 years, plans to launch LJK's Tamil Nadu unit, seeking NDA alliance via AIADMK for Coimbatore or Thiruvadanai seat.
Kochi KSRTC Terminal Renovated, New Rs 13 Crore Facility Tender Soon
Kochi's renovated KSRTC bus terminal is set for inauguration, with a new Rs 13 crore terminal at Karikkamuri moving to tender. Upgrades include flood-proofing and separate facilities.
Kochi Boat Services Halted Again Amid Dredging Dispute
After a six-year hiatus, boat services to Mattancherry in Kochi have been suspended again due to official apathy and a dredging dispute between departments, sparking protest threats from residents.
City Corp Denies Social Media Rumors on Crematorium Disruption
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation officials dismiss social media reports claiming disruption at Shanthikavadam crematorium, confirming all units are operational with minor maintenance underway.
Latifpura Eviction Drive in Jalandhar Sparks Protest
A government-led eviction drive in Jalandhar's Latifpura area has triggered significant public protests, with residents alleging inadequate notice and demanding proper rehabilitation measures.
BJP Candidate's Suicide Before Polls Sparks Political Row
A 45-year-old BJP candidate, E Mahadevappa, died by suicide a day before municipal polls in Makhtal, triggering a political slugfest between BJP and Congress. Police investigation is ongoing.
Telangana Married Women Risk Missing from Electoral Rolls in EC Revision
Married women in Telangana may be disproportionately excluded from electoral rolls during the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision, with mapping errors and technical issues causing low registration rates.
Rajkot RMC Approves Citizen-Friendly Budget, Rejects Tax Increase
Rajkot Municipal Corporation's standing committee unanimously approved a revised Rs 3,604.90 crore budget for 2026-27, rejecting a proposed Rs 95 crore tax hike. The budget focuses on infrastructure, citizen welfare, and includes an interest waiver scheme
Karnataka to Issue 1 Lakh Secure Title Deeds in Haveri
Karnataka government, led by Krishna Byre Gowda, will distribute one lakh computerised title deeds at a Haveri convention, using E-Swattu technology to prevent duplication.
Vadodara Shopkeepers Protest Paver Block Replacement
Shopkeepers in Vadodara's Mangal Bazaar protested against VMC's plan to replace existing paver blocks, citing good condition and waterlogging fears. Work halted temporarily.
Nashik Elects New Mayor After Four-Year Administrative Rule
Himgauri Aher assumes office as Nashik's mayor, ending nearly four years of administrative rule. She pledges to revive stalled projects like the IT park and logistics hub, and prioritize Godavari river cleaning ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela.
Kerala Minister Slams Centre Over Nemom Railway Terminal
Kerala's Education Minister V Sivankutty criticizes the Union government for drastically scaling down the Nemom satellite railway terminal project, alleging it undermines state development.
Karnataka Survey Finds 23,395 Former Devadasis
A comprehensive Karnataka government survey has identified 23,395 former Devadasis and 90,092 of their family members across three generations, highlighting the ongoing social challenge.
Karnataka Excise Dept Reforms: Rs 40,000 Crore Revenue Target Set
Karnataka's minister announces major reforms to clean up the excise department, targeting Rs 40,000 crore in revenue for the current fiscal year after a progress review meeting.
Ludhiana Staff Oppose Private Garbage Collection Firm
Sanitation workers in Ludhiana protest against a private firm's contract for garbage collection, citing job security concerns and potential inefficiencies in municipal waste management.
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