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Puducherry polls: ADR data says 23% candidates face criminal cases, 41% crorepatis

As the Puducherry elections approach, the spotlight shines on a troubling trend: a staggering 23 percent of candidates a

The Economic Times 30 Mar 2026 3:57 pm

Will electors from Kerala and Puducherry residing in Tamil Nadu get a holiday to cast their vote? T.N. govt. issues advisory

Employers have been requested to grant a paid holiday on April 9, 2026, to employees residing in Tamil Nadu who are regi

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 1:17 pm

Assembly elections: PM Modi to visit Chennai, Puducherry on April 3 and 4

Mr. Modi will arrive at the Chennai airport on the afternoon of April 3 and will then fly to Puducherry, where he will a

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 12:54 pm

PM Modi to connect with Assam, Puducherry voters via NaMo App today

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to interact with people and party workers in both Assam and Puducherry on

The Siasat Daily 30 Mar 2026 8:53 am

PM Modi Engages Voters in Assam and Puducherry via NamO App

New Delhi, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will connect with voters in Assam and Puducherry on Monday through the

Morningstar 30 Mar 2026 7:41 am

In Puducherry, one candidate puts your average crorepati in the shade

Jose Charles Martin, LJK founder and son of lottery tycoon Santiago Martin, is making his poll debut as the NDA candidat

The Hindu 30 Mar 2026 12:28 am

Sure Bet? Lottery Baron's Family Involved In 3 Parties In Tamil Nadu, Puducherry

Santago Martin's wife is contesting from the DMK in Tamil Nadu and his son has launched his own party, which is fielding

NDTV 28 Mar 2026 4:55 pm

Puducherry CM Rangasamy kicks off poll campaign, highlights crisis in INDIA bloc

Mr. Rangasamy, who heads the NDA in the UT, is contesting against MP and chief of the Puducherry Pradesh Congress Commit

The Hindu 28 Mar 2026 2:17 pm

Unite to face West Asia crisis, PM tells CMs; urges to boost peoplesconfidence

While he focused on preparing for prolonged disruption of supply lines, Modi also conveyed assurance about the country b

The Times of India 28 Mar 2026 2:30 am

Tracing Puducherrys voting pattern in the past three electoral battles

TheAINRCremains the mainstay of the Union Territorys political landscape, a position once occupied by the Congress. The

The Hindu 27 Mar 2026 10:51 pm

Congress Rebels To Contest Against Allies DMK, VCK In 6 Puducherry Seats

VCK chief Thirumavalvan blamed the Congress for the confusion between the allies and announced that his party will conte

NDTV 27 Mar 2026 9:16 pm

Puducherry pollscape gets murkier as deadline for nomination withdrawal ends

It has produced a bewildering scenario of friendly fights in the INDIA bloc across key constituencies; pro-NDA Independe

The Hindu 26 Mar 2026 10:47 pm

VCK Announces Candidates for Puducherry Amid Seat Dispute with Congress

Chennai, March 26: In the wake of a seat-sharing dispute with Congress, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) announc

Morningstar 26 Mar 2026 5:33 pm

Cash-for-votes a major challenge in Puducherry: Chief Electoral Officer

There is a tendency to distribute and receive cash for votes. It is the single most challenge that we face in the conduc

The Hindu 26 Mar 2026 4:20 pm

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: Signalling further disarray in INDIA bloc, VCK fields candidates in three seats

it remains unclear whether the VCK has a constituency in the Congress alliance or not, Mr. Thirumavalavan said in a post

The Hindu 26 Mar 2026 1:46 pm

Rising Temperatures in Tamil Nadu Raise Concerns Ahead of Summer

Chennai, March 25: Tamil Nadu is set to experience a rise in temperatures starting Thursday, just before the onset of th

Morningstar 25 Mar 2026 8:54 am

Political poker: On the Puducherry Assembly election, the political players

Confusion prevails among all the main players in Puducherry

The Hindu 25 Mar 2026 1:13 am

Puducherry election 2026: Why did AINRC abandon its preconditions to seal seat-sharing deal, asks former MP

While one condition was a guarantee on the demand for Statehood for Puducherry, the other was against the inclusion of L

The Hindu 25 Mar 2026 12:32 am

Watch: One-seat offer triggers VCKs solo bid in Puducherry

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) has expressed its displeasure over seat-sharing in Puducherry, where it was off

The Hindu 24 Mar 2026 10:21 pm

Election Commission Imposes Complete Ban on Exit Polls During Assembly Elections

Chennai, March 24: The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced a complete ban on the operation, publication, or dis

Morningstar 24 Mar 2026 8:24 pm

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: Decided against contesting to save alliance, says Narayanasamy

When the talks were in the last stage, a leader told me that my candidature from Nellithope was creating hurdles in seat

The Hindu 24 Mar 2026 5:28 pm

Puducherry election: DMK releases candidate list for 13 seats, earmarks one seat for VCK

As part of the seat-sharing arrangement, the DMK has set aside Ozhukarai for its ally, the VCK. However, VCK leader Thol

The Hindu 24 Mar 2026 2:54 pm

DMK-VCK Seat Deal Finalized Ahead of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Elections

Chennai, March 24: As election fervor rises in South India, the alliance picture in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry is becomin

Morningstar 24 Mar 2026 2:26 pm

Puducherry election: Upset VCK exits DMK-Congress alliance, decides to contest alone

VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan expresses dissatisfaction with the seat-sharing arrangement, declaring the partys intent

The Hindu 24 Mar 2026 11:20 am

Assembly Elections LIVE updates: ECI approves transfer of returning officers for West Bengal polls

A total of 445 candidates have filed nominations for the 30 assembly constituencies in the Union Territory of Puducherry

The Hindu 24 Mar 2026 8:14 am

Puducherry Congress, DMK hold seat-sharing talks for the second time

During the first round of talks held on Saturday last both parties stuck to their stand of leading the INDIA bloc in the

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 11:59 pm

AINRC, BJP likely to retain seat-sharing formula of 2021 for upcoming Puducherry Assembly polls

Mr. Ramalingam said he would be leaving to New Delhi along with Home Minister A. Namassivayam and Speaker R. Selvam to f

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 11:34 pm

Despite sending 5 MLAs to Puducherry House, Karaikal not getting its due share

Residents are exasperated at the raw deal given to Karaikal district in the fields of agriculture, healthcare, governanc

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 7:25 pm

Puducherry election: DMK-Congress rift persists even on final day of filing nominations

Although there was broad agreement on the number of seats, the parties failed to finalise the distribution of constituen

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 4:49 pm

Parties declare candidates for Puducherry poll

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 3:17 pm

Puducherry Government declares April 9 public holiday in view of Assembly polls

Puducherry will observe a public holiday on April 9. This is for the territorial Assembly elections. All government offi

The Economic Times 23 Mar 2026 1:26 pm

Tamil Nadu people will reject DMK-Cong, NDA will sweep TN, Puducherry: Piyush Goyal

In a bold assertion, BJP's Piyush Goyal declared that the DMK-Congress partnership is set to face a tough rejection from

The Economic Times 23 Mar 2026 1:10 pm

TVK goes solo in Puducherry polls, names candidates for 30 seats

The TVK party has revealed its candidates for the upcoming Puducherry Assembly elections. The party will contest all 30

The Economic Times 23 Mar 2026 11:18 am

TVK Goes Solo in Puducherry polls; Announces Candidates on All 30 Seats

The party will contest independently in the polls scheduled for April 9, with vote counting set for May 4

Deccan Chronicle 23 Mar 2026 6:25 am

Vijay announces TVK candidates for all 30 Assembly segments in Puducherry

TVK president Vijay preparing to contest solo on April 9

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 11:22 pm

Why did the AINRC abandon its preconditions to seal seat sharing deal, asks former MP

While one condition was a guarantee on the demand for Statehood for Puducherry, the other was against the inclusion of L

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 10:42 pm

Assembly Elections LIVE: Election Commission tightens vigil in West Bengal ahead of polls

The Congress and DMK broadly agreed to share 15 seats each in the 30-member Puducherry Assembly, which goes to polls on

India Vision 22 Mar 2026 4:34 pm

Former Puducherry minister quits BJP after being denied poll ticket

Puducherry: BJP functionary and a former minister in the AINRC-led coalition government, AK Sai J Saravanankumar has qui

The Siasat Daily 22 Mar 2026 4:05 pm

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: AIADMK fields candidates for two seats in the Union Territory

Under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Puducherry, the AIADMK is facing polls in two seats.

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 3:57 pm

Assembly election dates 2026 master guide: Dates for Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

CEC Gyanesh Kumar on March 15, 2026, announced that the 2026 State Assembly elections will take place in 824 constituenc

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 3:49 pm

AIADMK Announces Candidates for Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026

Puducherry, March 22: The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has announced two candidates for the upcomin

Morningstar 22 Mar 2026 3:07 pm

Vijay to Announce TVK Candidates for Puducherry Assembly Elections

Mumbai, March 22: Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to officially announce the list of candidates for the Puducherry

Morningstar 22 Mar 2026 2:26 pm

BJPs AK Sai J Saravanankumar resigns after being denied Puducherry poll ticket

A Puducherry BJP leader has resigned from the party. AK Sai J Saravanankumar quit after not receiving a ticket for the u

The Economic Times 22 Mar 2026 2:21 pm

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: BJP announces candidates for nine seats in Union Territory

The list was announced by the BJP central office in Delhi following a high-level meeting presided by party national pres

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 2:06 pm

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: BJP fields candidate for Karaikal South

The BJP had earlier released a first list of nine candidates that included Home Minister A. Namassivayam, Speaker R. Sel

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 1:59 pm

BJP names one more candidate for April 9 Puducherry polls

New Delhi: The BJP on Sunday, March 22, named one more candidate for the April 9 Assembly polls in Puducherry, fielding

The Siasat Daily 22 Mar 2026 1:34 pm

Puducherry Assembly election 2026: Congress-DMK likely to seal 15-15 seat deal in Union Territory

Congress veteran andformer Union Minister P. Chidambaram has yet again entered the scene and met DMK leader and Tamil Na

The Hindu 22 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

Chidambaram to Meet CM Stalin Ahead of Puducherry Elections Amid Seat Sharing Uncertainty

Mumbai, March 22: Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram is set to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Sunday,

Morningstar 22 Mar 2026 1:06 pm

ECI orders minimum facilities, voter assistance at all polling stations

The Election Commission of India is preparing for upcoming Assembly polls in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and

The Economic Times 22 Mar 2026 1:03 pm

BJP fields M Arulmurugan from Karaikal South for Puducherry polls

The BJP has announced another candidate for the Puducherry Assembly elections. This follows a seat-sharing agreement bet

The Economic Times 22 Mar 2026 12:12 pm

ECI Mandates Minimum Facilities and Voter Assistance at Polling Stations for 2026 Assembly Elections

New Delhi, March 22: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued directives to the Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs)

Morningstar 22 Mar 2026 11:36 am

BJP announces nine candidates for Puducherry polls

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced nine candidates for the Puducherry Legislative Assembly elections, contes

The Times of India 21 Mar 2026 11:25 pm

'For coalition dharma, we accepted 2 seats, but we will seek share in power,' says Puducherry AIADMK

AIADMK, a key NDA ally in Puducherry, has agreed to contest from two constituencies, Uppalam and Orleanpet, to uphold co

The Times of India 21 Mar 2026 7:48 pm

BJP announces candidates for nine Assembly seats in Puducherry

The list was announced by the BJP central office in Delhi following a high-level meeting presided by party national pres

The Hindu 21 Mar 2026 7:27 pm

BJP releases final candidate list for 2026 Puducherry Assembly elections

As part of the NDA alliance, the BJP will field candidates in 10 constituencies and the All India N.R. Congress in 16 se

The Hindu Businessline 21 Mar 2026 7:04 pm

Call From Amit Shah Saved NR Congress-BJP Alliance In Puducherry: Sources

Despite the truce, the BJP has not conceded either of the NR Congress' two principal demands - statehood and the exclusi

NDTV 21 Mar 2026 6:15 pm

Puducherry assembly elections BJP candidates list: 9 candidates; Check complete roll

Puducherry assembly polls 2026: The Bharatiya Janata Party has unveiled its initial list of candidates for the Puducherr

The Economic Times 21 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

AINRC and BJP finalise seat-sharing deal in Puducherry

AINRC to contest in 16 Assembly constituencies, while BJP is expected to contest 10 seats; two seats each for Latchiya J

The Hindu 20 Mar 2026 6:27 pm

Puducherry Assembly election: Chief Minister N. Rangasamy files nomination from two constituencies

Several Ministers in the current Cabinet including A. Namassivayam and John Kumar, Speaker R. Selvam, Congress and DMK M

The Hindu 20 Mar 2026 5:02 pm

Puducherry CM Rangasamys convoy checked by Static Surveillance Team near Aruppukottai

Mr. Rangasamy, who was seated in the front seat of his vehicle, cooperated with the SST officials without uttering a wor

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 8:47 pm

How Puducherry has voted since 2011

In many ways, the 2011 Assembly elections turned out to be a watershed moment in the political history of Puducherry. It

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 4:36 pm

A Six-Month Political Surge in Puducherry: The Making of a New Alliance

In Puducherrys tightly contested political landscape, where established parties such as AINRC, INC, DMK and BJP have lon

Daily Excelsior 19 Mar 2026 11:30 am

Assembly elections 2026 LIVE: EC tightens grip on Bengal polls with strategic officer transfers as Trinamool faces protests over denial of tickets

The BJPs Central Election Committee held a meeting in New Delhi to discuss and finalise the names of the party candidate

The Hindu 19 Mar 2026 7:54 am

25 lakh personnel to be deployed for 5 assembly elections: EC

NEW DELHI, Mar 18 : As many as 25 lakh personnel, including 8.5 lakh security personnel, will be deployed for the five a

Daily Excelsior 19 Mar 2026 4:29 am

Five years on, Puducherry set to test double engine model as NDA seeks second term

AINRC-BJP alliance banks on stability and welfare delivery during a relatively calmer tenure; Congress-DMK bloc fights i

The Hindu 18 Mar 2026 10:53 pm

DMK Leader Files Nomination Ahead of Puducherry Elections Amid Alliance Talks with Congress

New Delhi, March 18: Political activity is intensifying ahead of the Puducherry Assembly elections. While discussions on

Morningstar 18 Mar 2026 4:56 pm

Election Commission Deploys Over 2.5 Million Officials for Violence-Free Elections

New Delhi, March 18: The Election Commission has deployed over 2.5 million officials to ensure violence-free and inducem

Morningstar 18 Mar 2026 3:56 pm

BJP-NR Congress Alliance Under Strain Ahead Of Puducherry Polls

NR Congress has strongly objected to the inclusion of the Latchiya Dravida Jananayaga Katchi, led by Charles Martin, in

NDTV 18 Mar 2026 2:13 pm

Political fronts struggling to iron out differences as deadline for filing nomination nears in Puducherry

After the ECI declared the election dates last Sunday, leaders of both the fronts went into a huddle on Monday to arrive

The Hindu 17 Mar 2026 8:19 pm

Puducherry Assembly polls: NDA, INDIA blocs intensify seat-sharing talks

The battle for Puducherry's 30 Assembly seats spread across 23 seats in Puducherry, five in Karaikal, and one each in Ma

The Hindu 17 Mar 2026 7:33 pm

PMKs Anbumani vs. Ramadoss: Madras High Court directs civil court to hear dispute after May 10

Justice T.V. Thamilselivi passes the order after taking note that elections have been notified for Tamil Nadu and Puduch

The Hindu 17 Mar 2026 4:43 pm

NIA files charge sheet against six persons for bid to sabotage trial in 2023 Puducherry BJP leader murder case

The case relates to the murder of Senthil Kumaran, a local BJP leader, who was killed by six bike-borne assailants with

The Hindu 17 Mar 2026 3:50 pm

Former Puducherry Congress MLA joins BJP

The Hindu 17 Mar 2026 3:37 pm

Puducherry Assembly election: CM, Cabinet Ministers, and their portfolios

The Council of Ministers include the Chief Minister and five Ministers from both the AINRC and the BJP

The Hindu 17 Mar 2026 3:27 pm

AINRC, BJP likely to retain seat-sharing formula of 2021 for upcoming Assembly polls

Mr. Ramalingam said he would be leaving to New Delhi along with Home Minister A. Namassivayam and Speaker R. Selvam to f

The Hindu 16 Mar 2026 11:13 pm

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra alleges elections schedule tailored for BJP

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra claims election schedules for four states and one union territory are aligned with the

The Economic Times 16 Mar 2026 12:58 pm

SHF forays into Puducherry in EB segment

CHENNAI, Mar 16: Following its expansion into Karnataka, Andhra and Telangana earlier this year, Sundaram Home Finance (

Daily Excelsior 16 Mar 2026 12:16 pm

EC announces polls schedule: Single phase in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, TN; 2 phases in Bengal

New Delhi, Mar 15 : Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be held on a single day on April 9, in Tamil

The Northlines 16 Mar 2026 10:13 am

Five assembly elections could shape lefts future: Kerala hat-trick bid and Bengal comeback on the line

Elections India: Left parties face a crucial electoral test in five assembly elections, aiming to retain Kerala and revi

The Economic Times 16 Mar 2026 9:03 am

Single phase polling in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry; 2 phases in WB

EC announces schedule, counting on May 4 NEW DELHI, Mar 15: Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry will be h

Daily Excelsior 16 Mar 2026 4:30 am

EC asks federal probe agencies, security forces to check black money, drugs

NEW DELHI, Mar 15 : The Election Commission (EC) has directed central investigative and security agencies to mount a spe

Daily Excelsior 16 Mar 2026 4:28 am

Season of polls

The bugle has been sounded for assembly polls in five states Assam, West Bengal, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The

The Shillong Times 16 Mar 2026 3:46 am

Single-day polls in Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry

West Bengal to vote in two phases on April 23 and April 29 New Delhi: Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry

The Navhind Times 16 Mar 2026 1:25 am

Assembly elections remain crucial test for INDIA Bloc amid BJP's expansionist Plans

Key elections are underway in West Bengal, Kerala, Assam, and Tamil Nadu, along with Puducherry. These polls are a signi

The Economic Times 16 Mar 2026 12:51 am

EC announces election schedule, phases shrink for polls to 5 assemblies

Elections for five states and union territories are scheduled from April 9 to May 4. This condensed timeline reduces the

The Economic Times 16 Mar 2026 12:44 am

Model Code of Conduct kicks in as Puducherry heads to polls on April 9

The Chief Electoral Offcer urged political parties to abide by the MCC and extend their co-operation for conduct of free

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 11:26 pm

2026 Assembly Elections See Sharp Rise In Booths, Changing Voter Landscape

The Election Commission of India today announced the polling schedule for the 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala,

NDTV 15 Mar 2026 11:23 pm

Puducherry Assembly elections 2026: full schedule

Puducherry will have a single phase polling on April 9 and the counting will be on May 4

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 7:25 pm

Puducherry Congress, DMK leaders to meet again for seat sharing talks

Saturdays meeting was held against the backdrop of recent public posturing by the leaders of both parties staking claim

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 6:44 pm

Tamil Nadu and Puducherry elections 2026 result date announced; check details

The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for Tamil Nadu's Assembly elections, with voting set for Apr

The Economic Times 15 Mar 2026 5:13 pm

Assembly Elections 2026 phase-wise voting dates: Check poll schedule for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Puducherry

Assembly Elections 2026 Phase-wise Voting Dates: WB, TN, Kerala, Assam, Puducherry The Election Commission of India has

The Economic Times 15 Mar 2026 5:10 pm

Election Commission announces election schedule for 4 states, Puducherry; two-phase polling in West Bengal

2026 Assembly elections: Kerala & Assam voting Apr 9, Tamil Nadu Apr 23, West Bengal Apr 23 & 29 | Counting May 4

The Hindu Businessline 15 Mar 2026 5:04 pm

ECI announces election schedule for 4 States, Puducherry; two-phase polling in West Bengal

Kerala, Assam and Puducherry will go to the polls on April 9, while Tamil Nadu will vote in a single phase on April 23.

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 5:04 pm

17.4 crore voters eligible for assembly polls in TN, Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry

CEC Gyanesh Kumar said the total number of voters of the four States and Union Territories is equivalent to the populati

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 5:04 pm

Puducherry Goes To Polls On April 9, Votes To Be Counted On May 4

Union Territory of Puducherry will go to polls on April 9 for all 30 constituencies. The votes, along with four other st

NDTV 15 Mar 2026 5:03 pm

Assembly Poll Dates Out For West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam And Puducherry

The Election Commission of India announced on Sunday the schedule for assembly elections in four states and one Union Te

NDTV 15 Mar 2026 5:02 pm

Tamil Nadu Election Date 2026: Voting On April 23, Results To Be Out On May 4

EC has announced schedule for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry.

News18 15 Mar 2026 4:57 pm

EC Announces Election Schedule For 4 States, Puducherry; Two-Phase Polling In West Bengal

New Delhi, Mar 15: The Election Commission on Sunday announced the schedule of assembly elections for four states and on

Daily Excelsior 15 Mar 2026 4:55 pm

Tamil Nadu To Vote In Single Phase On April 23, Results On May 4

Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu will be held in a single phase on April 23, the Election Commission said today while an

NDTV 15 Mar 2026 4:53 pm

Puducherry Election Date 2026: Full schedule, voting date, result and full details

Puducherry will vote for its 30 Assembly seats on April 9, 2026, with results announced on May 4. Nearly 9.44 lakh voter

The Times of India 15 Mar 2026 4:47 pm

Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026 Dates Announced: Voting On April 9, Results On May 4

Puducherry Assembly Elections 2026 Date

News18 15 Mar 2026 4:43 pm

BREAKING: Polls in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry on April 9; WB and TN from April 23

The elections for West Bengal and Tamil Nadu will be conducted in phases from April 23

Deccan Chronicle 15 Mar 2026 4:40 pm

Bengal elections in two phases, Assam, Kerala, TN, Puducherry in one: ECI

The Election Commission of India on Sunday, March 15, announced the poll dates for Assembly elections in four states and

The Siasat Daily 15 Mar 2026 4:38 pm

Voting for all seats in Kerala and Puducherry on April 9; all Tamil Nadu seats to go to polls on April 23: CEC

Voting for all seats in Kerala and Puducherry on April 9; all Tamil Nadu seats to go to polls on April 23: CEC The post

Daily Excelsior 15 Mar 2026 4:37 pm

Election dates 2026: EC announces poll dates for five assemblies; West Bengal in two phases

Assembly Elections 2026 dates: The Election Commission of India has announced the election schedule for West Bengal, Tam

The Economic Times 15 Mar 2026 4:33 pm

Assembly Election Dates 2026 Schedule: Voting date, result and full details for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala & Puducherry

The Election Commission has unveiled the assembly poll schedule for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducher

The Times of India 15 Mar 2026 4:32 pm

Puducherry election date 2026: ECI announces Puducherry Assembly poll schedule, voting to be held on April 9, results on May 4

The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for the 2026 Puducherry Legislative Assembly elections. Poll

The Economic Times 15 Mar 2026 4:30 pm

Fisheries sector in Puducherry to get major infrastructure boost with projects worth 246 crore

In addition, to address space constraints at the Thengaithittu fishing harbour, the Puducherry Government has proposed t

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 3:05 pm

Assembly elections 2026 LIVE: ECI to announce poll schedule for four States and UT

The Election Commission of India (ECI) will announce the schedule for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and the Uni

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 2:54 pm

ECI to announce Assembly poll dates for four States, one Union Territory today

The poll authority has convened a press conference at 4 p.m. to announce the schedule for Assam, Kerala, West Bengal, Ta

The Hindu 15 Mar 2026 1:23 pm

EC to Announce Assembly Poll Schedule for 4 States, 1 UT Today

New Delhi: The Election Commission of India will announce the schedule for upcoming Assembly elections in four states an

The Northlines 15 Mar 2026 12:45 pm

'MCC-Modi's Code of campaigning': Congress's dig at Election Commission

The Congress party has criticized the Election Commission's upcoming announcement of assembly poll schedules. They claim

The Economic Times 15 Mar 2026 12:41 pm

ECI Likely to Announce Poll Dates for Five States, Puducherry Today

A special intensive revision of voter lists has already been conducted in these states and the Union Territory, and the

Deccan Chronicle 15 Mar 2026 11:57 am

Election Dates 2026 Announcement Today LIVE: EC To Announce Assembly Poll Dates, Press Conference At 4 PM

Election Dates 2026 Announcement Today LIVE: Elections to the Assemblies of Assam, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and We

News18 15 Mar 2026 11:44 am

Election 2026 Date Announcement LIVE: Poll Dates For 5 States To Be Announced Today

The Election Commission will today announce dates for assembly polls in five states. Polls are due in West Bengal, Keral

NDTV 15 Mar 2026 11:21 am

Election Dates Live: Poll Dates For 5 States To Be Announced Today

The Election Commission will today announce dates for assembly polls in five states. Polls are due in West Bengal, Keral

NDTV 15 Mar 2026 10:45 am

Election Commission To Announce Assembly Poll Dates For Four States, Puducherry Today

According to sources, the poll schedule for assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and Assam

News18 15 Mar 2026 10:33 am

EC To Announce Assembly Poll Dates This Evening

NEW DELHI, Mar 15: The Election Commission will announce dates for assembly polls on Sunday evening. Polls are due in We

Daily Excelsior 15 Mar 2026 10:32 am

EC to announce assembly poll dates on Sunday evening

New Delhi: The Election Commission will announce the dates for the Assembly polls on the evening of Sunday, March 15. Po

The Siasat Daily 15 Mar 2026 10:18 am

Poll clock ticks: Election Commission to announce voting dates for four states, Puducherry

The Election Commission of India will announce the election schedule today. Polling will be held in West Bengal, Kerala,

The Economic Times 15 Mar 2026 10:15 am

L-G, CM assure to examine Justice Sasidharan Commission report for OBC quota in local body polls

The Puducherry government had in 2021 appointed a one-man Commission headed by K. K. Sasidharan, former Judge of the Mad

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 8:21 pm

Second edition of Puducherry Bird Atlas records 33,000 birds, 174 species

Among the notable observations were waterbird species such as Fulvous Whistling-Duck, Lesser Whistling-Duck, Cotton Pygm

The Hindu 13 Mar 2026 3:44 pm

Fuel outlets in Puducherry witness unusually long queues on Thursday

Fuel pump owners say supply chains have been functioning normally and there is no need for people to buy petrol or diese

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 9:31 pm

Shows suspended at planetarium in Puducherry

The Hindu 12 Mar 2026 7:42 pm

CreditAccess Grameen Advances Inclusive Growth With USD 75 Million Syndicated Social Loan Facility

CreditAccess Grameen Limited (NSE: CREDITACC, BSE: 541770, CA Grameen , or the Company), the countrys largest Non-Banki

News Voir 10 Mar 2026 11:54 am

From hunger to hope: A kitchen that feeds Puducherry

Arun and his assistants start cooking before sunrise. The post From hunger to hope: A kitchen that feeds Puducherry appe

Fusion WeRIndia 10 Mar 2026 10:02 am

Puducherry government moots integrated riverfront development project

The project, estimated to cost 750 crore, aims to transform riverbanks into vibrant public spaces while protecting river

The Hindu 9 Mar 2026 8:32 pm

Former Puducherry MP files PIL for early local body polls in U.T.

Madras High Court orders notices, returnable by March 27, to Puducherry government and State Election Commission

The Hindu 8 Mar 2026 7:24 pm

Central govt. gives the green light for multi-modal, IT SEZs in Puducherry

The multi-modal special economic zone will come up on 750-odd acres at Sedarapet-Karasur villages. It will be developed

The Hindu 8 Mar 2026 7:05 pm

One lakh lawyers eligible to vote in Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry elections this year

The whopping number is in stark contrast to just 37,474 lawyers who had voted in the 2018 election when around 50,000 la

The Hindu 8 Mar 2026 6:48 pm

Puducherry Assembly election: Congress will lead alliance in Union Territory, says Narayanasamy

The former Chief Minister said the Congress had no ego and it had led the alliance in Puducherry in the past.

The Hindu 8 Mar 2026 4:08 pm

U.T. government launches internship programme for graduates in IT, ITES firms in Puducherry

The government has signed Memoranda of Understanding with 23 companies registered in Puducherry for enrolling students f

The Hindu 7 Mar 2026 8:24 pm

Congress will lead the alliance for Assembly polls in Puducherry: AICC in-charge Girish Chodankar

The party will adopt the time-tested formula of heading the alliance in Puducherry and leaving the leadership role to th

The Hindu 6 Mar 2026 9:02 pm

Waqf Board constituted in Puducherry after 11 years

The seven-member Waqf Board, which includes two non-Muslim members, will have AINRC member V.P. Abdul Rahman as chairper

The Hindu 5 Mar 2026 3:23 pm

Puducherry Coconut Seller Finds Gold Bracelet On Street. This Is What He Did

In a touching reminder that integrity still thrives in everyday life, a roadside tender coconut seller in Puducherry has

NDTV 5 Mar 2026 12:33 pm

CBI launches probe into Puducherry counterfeit drugs case

The Central agency took over the case after investigation by local police revealed potential implications affecting publ

The Hindu 4 Mar 2026 11:09 pm

Subdued heat to persist in most parts of T.N. till Sunday; mist, fog to linger in some places for two days

Light rain may continue in one or two places in the State and Puducherry on March 10, according to the RMC

The Hindu 4 Mar 2026 11:09 pm

ECI set to announce poll dates for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry after Bengal visit

The terms of the Assemblies in all these States end between May and June; the schedule could be announced any time after

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:33 pm

Masi Magam celebrated in Puducherry

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:41 pm

Election Commission set to announce poll dates for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, Puducherry after Bengal visit

The terms of the Assemblies in all these States end between May and June; the schedule could be announced any time after

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 8:32 pm

ECI may start polls with TN, Assam; Bengal likely in 67 phases

ECI may begin polls with TN, Assam & Puducherry; Kerala, Bengal likely to be in sync

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:38 pm

PM Modi expresses confidence in NDA retaining power in Puducherry

After laying the foundation for and inaugurating projects worth around 2,700crore, Mr. Modi says the people are aware of

The Hindu 1 Mar 2026 9:23 pm

PM Inaugurates Rs 4,400 Cr Projects In Madurai

PM Modi laid foundation stone for four-laning of MarakkanamPuducherry section and ParamakudiRamanathapuram section.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Mar 2026 4:11 pm

Cong Made Puducherry ATM For One Family In Delhi: PM Modi

Puducherry, Mar 1: Attacking Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday alleged that its rule in this Union Territ

Daily Excelsior 1 Mar 2026 3:28 pm

Election Commission to visit Kerala on March 6, 7 to assess poll preparedness

Kerala Assembly elections: The Election Commission will visit Kerala this week to assess poll preparedness. Assembly ele

The Economic Times 1 Mar 2026 1:53 pm

Healthcare Should Be Affordable To All; Ayushman Bharat Scheme Fulfills Vision: PM Modi

Puducherry, Mar 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said healthcare should be accessible, available and affordable

Daily Excelsior 1 Mar 2026 1:12 pm

PM Modi spotlights 'BEST Puducherry' push, cites visible gains

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Puducherry, reinforcing his 'BEST Puducherry' vision. He noted the progress in busi

The Economic Times 1 Mar 2026 1:05 pm

PM Modi Launches Projects Worth Over Rs 2,700 Cr in Puducherry

Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy presented him with a shawl, a silver idol of Lord Murugan, a silver spear (Vel) an

Deccan Chronicle 1 Mar 2026 12:32 pm

PM Modi inaugurates development projects worth Rs 2,700 cr in Puducherry for regions economic growth

Prime Minister Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects worth Rs 2,700 crore in Puducherry, boosting infras

The Economic Times 1 Mar 2026 12:12 pm

Security tightened ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Puducherry on Sunday

The visit, timed just days before the announcement of Assembly polls by the Election Commission of India, has raised exp

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:52 pm

BJP's AI-Driven Strategy, Assembly Charge Sheets For 2026 State Polls

The BJP's strategy comes ahead of assembly elections in five states: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puduche

NDTV 27 Feb 2026 1:22 pm

ECI delegation reviews poll preparations in Tamil Nadu

An Election Commission of India delegation is currently in Chennai, conducting a comprehensive review of election arrang

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 11:54 pm

NDA alliance seat sharing talks set post Narendra Modi's visit to Tamil Nadu, says Nainar Nagendran

Seat-sharing talks for Tamil Nadu's upcoming state polls will commence after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit on Mar

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2026 12:27 pm

Preparations underway to conduct Assembly polls in Puducherry, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

CEC says Puducherry now has a clean electoral roll with no eligible voter being left out and no ineligible elector findi

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

Centre to launch e-rupee pilot project for subsidy distribution in Puducherry

Under the programme, food subsidy will be credited to identified beneficiaries in the form of programmable CBDC tokens d

The Hindu 25 Feb 2026 4:27 pm

PM Narendra Modi to visit Tamil Nadu on March 1; visit to Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple scheduled

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Chennai, Puducherry, and Madurai from February 28, highlighting government initi

The Economic Times 25 Feb 2026 2:27 pm

CEC Gyanesh Kumar in Puducherry today to review election preparations

Chennai: With Assembly elections scheduled in April and May across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam and the Union

The Siasat Daily 25 Feb 2026 8:36 am

New postings for officials in Puducherry

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 9:01 pm

ECI delegation to visit Puducherry on Wednesday to review preparations for Assembly polls in U.T.

The delegation headed by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, will interact with representatives of political part

The Hindu 24 Feb 2026 8:10 pm

CPI (M) submits memorandum to Puducherry CS, seeks conduct of local body polls

According to the memorandum, the long absence of elected local bodies has hampered development initiatives in Puducherry

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 8:58 pm

Tamil Nadu SIR LIVE: ECI publishes final electoral rolls

The final electoral roll of Puducherry was published on February 14, 2026 after the statutory period for filing of claim

The Hindu 23 Feb 2026 11:23 am

Police inspect tourist boats in Puducherry

Requesting the Tourism Department to bring regulations, the police said boating service should be allowed only up to 5.

The Hindu 22 Feb 2026 11:33 pm

Electorate in 9 States, UTs Shrink by 1.70 Cr after SIR

The data shared by the chief electoral officers of Gujarat, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Andaman an

Deccan Chronicle 22 Feb 2026 9:43 am

Police officers, party cadre injured in stone pelting by BJP, Congress workers in Puducherry

Congress workers gathered near the BJP office on Saturday morning to protest against the burning of an effigy of Leader

The Hindu 21 Feb 2026 9:11 pm

Two-day job fair begins in Puducherry

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 7:08 pm

Post SIR, voter base in Gujarat, Lakshdweep, Puducherry shrinks by nearly 69 lakhs

Gujarat, Lakshadweep and Puducherry recently published their respective final electoral rolls as part of the poll roll c

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 5:56 pm

Gujarat, Lakshdweep, Puducherry Voter Base Shrinks By Nearly 69L Post SIR

Gujarat, Lakshadweep and Puducherry recently published their respective final electoral rolls as part of the poll roll c

Deccan Chronicle 20 Feb 2026 5:29 pm

Puducherry BJPs alliance for Assembly polls only with AINRC for now: Nirmal Kumar Surana

The alliance with the AINRC has been sealed, and we are in talks with other parties, the party in-charge for Puducherry

The Hindu 20 Feb 2026 5:19 pm

Post SIR, voter base in Gujarat, Lakshdweep, Puducherry shrinks by nearly 69 lakh

Gujarat, Lakshadweep and Puducherry recently published their respective final electoral rolls as part of the poll roll c

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 4:43 pm

EC to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry from Feb 25 to 27 to assess poll preparedness

From February 25 to 27, the Election Commission will visit Tamil Nadu and Puducherry to evaluate the regions election re

The Economic Times 20 Feb 2026 2:29 pm

Freeze mango symbol, urges PMK founder Ramadoss before Madras High Court

PMK founder S. Ramadoss insists on issuing a direction to Election Commission to not notify the Assembly elections in Ta

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 7:35 pm

Puducherry CPI launches election campaign amid standoff in the INDIA bloc

With the Congress-DMK standoff over the leadership of the alliance continuing, the CPIs unilateral decision to launch th

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 5:25 pm

Work towards building a developed India, Puducherry L-G urges technocrats

Powered by indigenous innovation, scientific excellence and a combination of tradition and technology, India was moving

The Hindu 19 Feb 2026 5:09 pm

DMK invites applications for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry Assembly elections

Candidates seeking party tickets must submit applications between February 20 and March 2, a release from Anna Arivalaya

The Economic Times 18 Feb 2026 9:31 pm

Puducherry Congress reiterates stand to lead alliance in the Union Territory

The partys Puducherry leadership, during their recent interactions with AICC general secretary (organisation) K. C. Venu

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 8:28 pm

Rising bushmeat demand in local cuisine alarms conservationists in Puducherry

Conservationists contend that while the sale of meat of water birds and live parakeets during weekends is not uncommon i

The Hindu 18 Feb 2026 4:08 pm

Rajya Sabha Polls On March 16 For 37 Seats Across 10 States, Says EC

The Commission has intensified its EVM and VVPAT awareness drive in poll-bound states and Union Territories, including A

News18 18 Feb 2026 11:48 am

EC Eyes April for Elections in Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry

Last time, Assembly polls in West Bengal were held in eight phases. In Assam, elections were held in two phases, and in

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 1:32 am

No power supply to areas in Puducherry

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 7:39 pm

Polls Schedule Announcement for 4 States, 1 UT Likely in Mid-March; Polls in April: Sources

While the five-year term of Puducherry ends on June 15, the terms of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal end on Ma

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 3:48 pm

Former Puducherry CM challenges Amit Shah to give proof of corruption during Congress government

Supporting Mr. Narayanasamys demand, V. Vaithilingam said the Home Minister has levelled unsubstantiated charges to hide

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:52 pm

Farmers in Villupuram, Puducherry call for early steps to repair Sornavur anicut across Thenpennai River

The anicut is a vital structure from where the water is diverted to the Bangaru Vaickal bringing water to several irriga

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

Power shutdown in parts of Puducherry today

Power supply will also be affected between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. in some areas due to maintenance work in 22 KV Villianur

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:46 pm

ASHA workers stage protest in Puducherry

The health workers are demanding permanent jobs with a monthly pay of 8,000

The Hindu 16 Feb 2026 11:43 pm

Puducherry govt. evolves action plan to improve sports infrastructure

A list of venues for specific sporting activities has been prepared and submitted to the Centre for funding; Centre prom

The Hindu 15 Feb 2026 11:57 pm

Puducherry sees 7.8% drop, Lakshadweep posts slight dip in voter count

Final electoral rolls for Puducherry and Lakshadweep are out. Puducherry saw a drop in voters after removing ineligible

The Economic Times 14 Feb 2026 11:33 pm

Amit Shah pitches for continuation of NDA Government, attacks INDIA bloc at Karaikal

During the previous Congress government, Puducherry had to 'surrender' to Centre, but asserted that under present dispen

The Hindu 14 Feb 2026 5:01 pm

Puducherrys final electoral roll out; UT has over 9.44 lakh voters

42,719 eligible electors added after SIR exercise

The Hindu 14 Feb 2026 3:43 pm

ECI reviews poll preparedness in Puducherry

The District Election Officers of Puducherry and Karaikal presented comprehensive district-levelpreparedness plans

The Hindu 13 Feb 2026 11:06 pm

Sankaradas Swamigal Best Film Awards presented at Puducherry Film Festival 2026

A public screening of Pa. Ranjiths Natchathiram Nagargirathu followed the formal launch of the four-day, free-entry film

The Hindu 13 Feb 2026 11:04 pm

Valentine's Day: Visit These Marvelous Places In South India To Celebrate Love

South India is is renowned for its majestic hill stations and lush greenery. Take a look at some of the jaw-drooping pla

Free Press Journal 13 Feb 2026 8:00 pm

Poor response to Bharat Bandh in Puducherry

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 8:35 pm

CAG report tabled in Puducherry Assembly

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 7:59 pm

Puducherry Statehood: CM Rangasamy concurs with DMK that sees no point in contesting poll if government is powerless

An all-party meeting should be convened to take a stand on Statehood, said DMK convenor and Opposition leader R. Siva

The Hindu 12 Feb 2026 3:50 pm

Puducherry Halts Shop's Valentine's Day 'Free Beer With Wine' Offer

Puducherry excise authorities have cracked down on a Valentine's Day promotional campaign that offered free beer with th

NDTV 10 Feb 2026 6:19 pm

Left parties, VCK in Puducherry to back nationwide strike on February 12

Addressing a joint press conference, CPI secretary A.M. Saleem said agitations will be held at nine places in Puducherry

The Hindu 10 Feb 2026 3:37 pm

NDA likely to get expanded in Puducherry

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 8:48 pm

Puducherrys French War Memorial: A Tribute to Fallen WWI Soldiers

The monument remains property of France and is maintained by the French government, whose officials visit annually to la

Deccan Chronicle 9 Feb 2026 9:11 am

AINRC-BJP Govt. did nothing in 5 years, says CPI (M)

Speaking to reporters, CPI (M) politburo member K. Balakrishnan said grant of full Statehood for Puducherry remained mer

The Hindu 9 Feb 2026 8:21 am

DMK may contest for three seats in Karaikal

Sources in the party say delay in finalising seat sharing in Tamil Nadu does not bode well for the Dravidian in Puducher

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 6:14 pm

Puducherry government issues advisory after avian influenza detection in Chennai crow samples

According to an official, surveillance has been intensified in wetlands, poultry farms, and live bird markets in Puduche

The Hindu 8 Feb 2026 11:55 am

ECI completes observer briefing for Assam, TN, Kerala, WB polls

The Election Commission of India on Thursday, February 5, concluded its briefing programme for 1,444 Central Observers w

The Siasat Daily 6 Feb 2026 3:28 pm

New operation theatre inaugurated at Indira Gandhi Government Medical College in Puducherry

The new facility will enhance trauma care, emergency services, and advanced surgical treatment

The Hindu 6 Feb 2026 2:37 pm

Ensure compliance with all poll laws: EC to observers

Addressing central observers at India International Institute of Democracy and Electoral Management (IIIDEM) here, chief

The Times of India 6 Feb 2026 5:40 am

ECI To Announce Schedule For Polls in Assam, WB, TN, Puducherry, Kerala In March

The ECI will be deploying 1,444 officers, including 714 general observers, 233 Police Observers and 497 Expenditure Obse

Deccan Chronicle 5 Feb 2026 11:36 pm

Election Commission holds briefing for observers in poll-bound States

Assembly elections are to be held in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal

The Hindu 5 Feb 2026 9:19 pm

Chief Minister Rangasamy launches enhanced pension, financial assistance to women heads of BPL families in Puducherry

The Puducherry government had announced in the budget that the old age and destitute pension will be increased by 500 fo

The Hindu 5 Feb 2026 8:59 pm

Sunmeister Energy: Engineering Reliable Power and Energy Solutions for Indian Realities

, where temperatures plunge to -50C and conditions become barely livable for humans, a Sunmeister solar hybrid generator

News Voir 5 Feb 2026 11:04 am

Annual expenditure for enhanced old age pension scheme in Puducherry set to touch 660 crore

Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan and Chief Minister N. Rangasamy will launch the enhanced pension scheme at an event

The Hindu 4 Feb 2026 9:16 pm

RPF Assistance Kiosks introduced at Puducherry, Chidambaram railway stations

The application software for the system was developed by three students of St. Josephs College in Tiruchi

The Hindu 4 Feb 2026 7:52 pm

Puducherry Assembly to convene on February 12 to present vote on account

The government has decided to take the vote on account route to get expenditure sanction for the first few months of the

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 4:17 pm

Vijays TVK seeks applications from ticket aspirants for upcoming Assembly polls in Tamil Nadu

However, no announcement has been made so far by the party with respect to the poll-bound Union Territory of Puducherry

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 2:09 pm

Union Budgets focus on growth, infrastructure will benefit Puducherry: CII

Tourism has been identified as a major employment generator. Puducherry could become a high-value coastal, heritage and

The Hindu 3 Feb 2026 9:25 am