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Rural Kashmir Set for Door-to-Door Waste Collection
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Fruit fall alarms Kashmir; Govt constitutes expert committee to probe causes
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Bihars Bharat Tiwari Encounter Case Sparks Mahapanchayat Protests
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Odisha Begins Investigation into LED Street Light Scam Involving 81 Officials
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Congress ward member of the Vadakkanchery grama panchayat in Palakkad too asked to retake oath
Bihars Bharat Tiwari Encounter Case Sparks Massive Mahapanchayat and Calls for Justice
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PM meets 'Panchayat' actors Binod, Bhushan; internet reacts
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Rajasthan Farmers Demand Release of Panchna Dam Water, Set Ultimatum for June 27
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Kumily panchayat plans to install green check posts in Thekkady
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Naidu asks Ministers to counter YSRCPs divisive agenda
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Panchayats Should Emerge as Centers of Innovation and Digital Governance: Sinha
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Seethathodu, gateway to Gavi, unveils grand tourism plan
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A Mumbai lawyer's brand-new Skoda Superb refused to start just five months after purchase. The car spent 58 days at the
Over 1,100 Services Online, 98 Per Cent Panchayats Digitally Connected in Jammu Kashmir: LG Sinha
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Panchayats Must Emerge as Centres of Innovation, Digital Governance, Public Trust: LG Sinha
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As India intensifies its efforts towards cervical cancer prevention through greater awareness and early intervention, cr
Genuine Homeless Families Left Out of PMAY-G, J&K Govt Orders Immediate Rectification
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Guirim panch, 2 others dead in NH-66 crash
NT Reporter Pernem Three individuals, including a panchayat member of Guirim, were killed, while two others sustained se
Sachiv-G: Gram panchayats get digital assistant to help expedite decision-making
BJP Takes Control of East Midnapore District Council for the First Time
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Kashmir to Host Panchayat Service Delivery Workshop Today
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Suspended IAS officer, panchayat official sent to judicial custody in bank fraud case
Regional Workshop on Panchayat-Based Service Delivery to be Held in Srinagar
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KPRS members, rural workers demand repeal of VB-G RAM G Act
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Bihar: Family of Bhojpur encounter victim meets Prashant Kishor, seeks justice
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K2 Infra bags 390.91 crore Telangana road contract
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Er. Rashid Mulls Stepping Down as Baramulla MP
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SIR: Karnataka-endorsed residential certificate not valid under Election Commission guidelines
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Three Arrested in Shooting Incident Involving Panchayat Head in Godda
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Steadily grows a garbage dump on the new bypass road near New Perungalathur
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New Delhi, June 20: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched a three-day Trainer of Trainers (ToT) program for Nirbha
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Secretary RDD reviews progress of UT Capex works
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Odisha Junior Engineer Arrested for Bribery in Street Light Estimate
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Rs 593cr scam: IAS officer, panchayat official sent to 3-day CBI custody
Search For Missing Andhra Toddler Enters 10th Day, Cops Warn Against Rumours
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Karnatakas fight against suicide moves from hospitals to communities
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Change in counselling rules to ensure all panchayats in Karnataka get enough officers
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Set up Greening Society in A.P. by July 3, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan tells officials
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Anantnag, Shopian seizures expose the illegal mining nexus Nine seized vehicles, two FIRs and yet another official stat
Fisheries officials inspect anchored boats after Rachol panchayat complaint
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A Preventable Tragedy in Kangans Power Canal
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The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice on a writ petition challenging the re-appointment of Bihar Panchayati Raj Mini
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Joel fires Ambaulim into semis
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Dog catcher training will be given to 3-5 staff in every local body: Salem District Collector
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Bihar Panchayat Head Arrested for Accepting Bribe of 1.20 Lakh
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Merger of four panchayats with Erode Corporation awaits post-Census notification
Worm-like creature found in Zarme household tap water
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Plea in SC challenges Bihar Minister's reappointment
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LG Manoj Sinha Joins Drug-Free J&K Campaign And Padyatra In Poonch
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J&K Govt Orders Transfers, Adjustment Of 34 AEEs
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Himachal Pradesh Government Announces District-Level Oath Ceremony for Panchayat Heads
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Pawan Kalyan Directs Development of Zero-Discharge Panchayats for Godavari Pushkarams
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Munnar panchayat will impose plastic ban from July
Initiative to be rolled out in stages
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Retired lecturer, panchayat raj resource person Janardhana Maravanthe dies
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Unique Protest in Rajasthan: Man Shaves Head to Demand Unpaid Wages
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NR Group Continues Support for Indian Open of Surfing 2026 for Third Consecutive Year
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Three initiatives from Kerala chosen as best practices in Union Panchayati Raj Ministry compendium
Compendium recognises Digi Kerala digital literacy project, Universal Palliative Care initiatives and K-SMART digital se
Burglars Ransack House, Jewellery, Cash and Mobile Phones Worth Over 4 Lakh Stolen
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Congress Strategizes for Voter List Review in Jharkhand
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Minister Jagat Singh Negi Criticizes Opposition for Misleading Public
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Union govt. to train over 2,000 BDOs
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Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Approves Regulation of Maps Approved by District Panchayats
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Rajasthan Government Official Arrested for Accepting Bribe of 25,000
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Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Approves Key Proposals on Jail, Panchayati Raj, and Housing Development
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BJPs Sikandar Kumar Expresses Gratitude After Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Election Victory
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Congress slams RSS linked task forces for PESA, FRA implementation in MP, Chhattisgarh
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleged that the essential character of Panchayat (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996
BJP MP Welcomes Himachal Pradesh Election Results, Criticizes Chief Minister Sukhu
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Trinamool Congress panchayat chief found dead at home in West Bengal
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Bihar Chief Minister to Visit Muzaffarpur on June 2 for Community Engagement
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The review was aimed at ensuring that gram panchayats receive their legitimate revenues and that institutions contribute
Industries, colleges must pay dues to Gram Panchayats: Pawan Kalyan
Empowered committee to examine tax compliance as Deputy Chief Minister flags widespread undervaluation of properties and
Gram Sabha consent fabricated to divert forest for mining bauxite, say villagers in Odishas Koraput
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Former Deputy Head Shot Dead in Jharkhand, Shocking Incident Unfolds
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Panchayat Season 5 Update: Actor Chandan Roy, who plays Vikas in the popular series 'Panchayat', has hinted at exciting
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Tragic Motorcycle Collision in Madhubani Claims Three Lives
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BJPs Claims of Victory in Panchayat Elections Misleading, Says Naresh Chauhan
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Kerala SHRC directs RDO probe into ride collapse at amusement park
It seeks investigation into the reasons for the accident, whether the park received panchayats licence, details of those
Himachal panchayat polls: Women take the lead as turnout crosses 80 pc amid rain
Women voters significantly outnumbered men in Himachal Pradesh's final panchayat election phase, contributing to an over
Village Water and Sanitation Committees have been formed in every panchayat, with the district administration issuing St
High Voter Turnout in Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Elections
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JP Nadda Casts Vote in His Ancestral Village, Urges Public Participation in Panchayat Elections
Shimla, May 30: Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda voted in his ancestral village during the third phase of the H
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Polling begins in final phase of Himachal panchayat elections; over 15 lakh voters to cast ballots
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Baldev Raj for taking up restoration works in Latori on priority
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Keralas first tribal panchayat gets modern menstrual shelter for women
The initiative built for women of the Muthuvan tribe is expected to provide a clean and safe space for women during mens
Governors policy address: Kerala cities to be made elderly-friendly in phases
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M3M Foundation Hosts Grand Convocation Ceremony at iMpower Academy for Skills, Samalkha
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Suryapet Sarpanch, Panchayat Secretary Booked for Relocating 87 Stray Dogs
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Lucknow, May 28: The National Panchayati Raj Gram Pradhan Organization has expressed gratitude towards the Yogi governme
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Telangana Launches Massive T-Fiber Push to Deliver High-Speed Internet to Every Village
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Minister promises to replant damaged crops in Kozhikode
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Madhya Pradesh Opposition Leader Urges Continuation of PESA Mobilizers Services
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Amaram, initially launched in 12 grama panchayats in Alappuzha, aimed at developing selected hospitals as antibiotic-sma
Uttar Pradesh Forms Backward Classes Commission for Local Bodies
Lucknow, May 20: The Uttar Pradesh government has established a dedicated Backward Classes Commission for local rural bo
JAMMU, May 20: The State Election Commission, Jammu & Kashmir, has concluded the annual revision of Panchayat Electoral
Drone-Dropped Narcotics Consignment Recovered Along Jammu Border
According to official sources, the recovery was made in the Bahadurpur Panchayat area of the Bishnah sector after a loca
Suspected Drone-Dropped Packet With Drugs Recovered In Jammu Border Belt
JAMMU, May 20: Security forces on Wednesday recovered a suspected drone-dropped packet containing suspected narcotics fr
Bihars Crime Control Measures: A Response to Opposition Criticism
Patna, May 20: The Bihar governments decision to set up support camps in every panchayat has been welcomed by JDU spokes
Bihar Government Launches Sahayog Shivir to Address Public Issues
Patna, May 20: Bihar government minister Ramkripal Yadav has made significant statements regarding crime and law enforce
Drinking Water Scarcity Begins in Godavari Districts
According to Panchayat department officials, orders have been issued to clean water tanks once every 15 days.
Panchayat Polls Set To Become Real Test Of Odishas Political Ground Reality
Traditionally, Panchayat elections in Odisha have been regarded as the true measure of a political partys grassroots str
Karnatakas Congress Government Celebrates Three Years of Achievements
Bengaluru, May 19: In a significant event marking three years of the Congress government in Karnataka, Chief Minister Si
33 plots, 4 buildings, farmhouse unearthed in Odisha engineer asset raids
Odisha Vigilance sleuths have uncovered significant assets belonging to a government engineer. Raids revealed multiple b
Chikkamagaluru DC transferred within four-and-a-half months; Kalaburagi ZP CEO to take his place
Nagaraja has been replaced by Bhanwar Singh Meena, a 2017-batch IAS officer who was serving as Chief Executive Officer o
Greater Cochin Development Authoritys land pooling bid hits legal hurdle
Shortly after 2026 Assembly elections were notified, Advocate General issued a legal opinion advising that GCDA proceed
Bihar Launches Support Camp Campaign, Leaders Praise Chief Ministers Decision
Patna, May 19: The Bihar government has initiated a Support Camp Campaign under Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary. Ministe
Yogi Government Approves Formation of Backward Classes Commission to Enhance Political Participation
Lucknow, May 18: In a significant move ahead of the upcoming panchayat elections, the Yogi government has approved the e
Domkal Panchayat Chairperson Voted Out
Biswas, however, rejected the corruption charge.
Mallaram Wins National Award for Digital E-Panchayat Model
Live-streams gram sabha, resolves grievances online.
U.P. Cabinet gives nod to OBC commission for panchayat bodies
The commission will be tasked with determining the reserved seat allocations within the rural bodies
P.C. Vishnunadh, who took oath as a Minister in the newly sworn-in Kerala government, is married to Ha.Ma. Kanaka, a Kan
Nabin holds Odisha BJP core committee meeting, discusses strategies for next year's rural polls
The national president discussed the party's strategies for panchayat polls next year, possible expansion of the Council
Nitin Naveens Grand Welcome Planned in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, May 18: Preparations are underway in Bhubaneswar for the grand welcome of BJP National President Nitin Nave
Nitin Naveens Visit to Bhubaneswar Energizes BJP Workers Ahead of Panchayat Elections
Bhubaneswar, May 18: Preparations are underway in Bhubaneswar for a grand welcome of Nitin Naveen, the National Presiden
ABGP honours individuals, organizations for promoting consumer awareness
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 17: Akhil Bhartiya Grahak Panchayat (ABGP), Jammu prant, organized a grand ceremony a
Remove fencing on pvt forest land: PomburpaOlaulim locals
Mapusa: Villagers of PomburpaOlaulim, on Sunday, unanimously resolved to remove fencing permitted by the panchayat on pr
Amid drowning cases, cops clear crowds at Bethoda river basin
Ponda: Police officials on Sunday dispersed more than 10 groups comprising approximately eight persons each who had gath
Woman stripped, paraded with slipper garland after temple entry dispute; two women arrested
Assault took place after a youth from the victims family defied a caste panchayats ban on the family entering the local
Chamba: New Faces Elected in Chuwadi Municipal Panchayat Elections
Chamba, May 17: The election results for various wards of the Chuwadi Municipal Panchayat in Himachal Pradesh have been
Himachal Pradesh: 72.42% polling in municipal councils, nagar panchayats
Voting was held simultaneously in 64 wards in the four municipal corporations of Dharamshala, Solan, Mandi and Palampur,
Himachal Pradesh: Voting for 51 urban local bodies underway for civic body elections
Voting is happening today for 51 local bodies in Himachal Pradesh. This includes four Municipal Corporations in Dharamsh
Two panchayat officials suspended in Munnar for financial malpractices
Unauthorized church built in tribal hamlet in Karnataka; over 40 detained
Madikeri: Tension prevailed in Heruru tribal hamlet under Nakur Shirangala Gram Panchayat limits near Suntikoppa after p
Three panchayats in Chittoor earn national awards for rural development
Amoebic meningoencephalitis: two under treatment in Kozhikode
A 19-year-old from Feroke and a nine-year-old from Kottur panchayat are undergoing treatment in Kozhikode MCH
Flash inspection exposes alleged illegal LPG-filling unit in Kozhikode
The squad seized 91 LPG cylinders and gas-filling equipment from the unit in Omassery grama panchayat during the drive
Karnataka moving towards climate action plan at gram panchayat level
The State government is working towards formulating climate action plans at the level of individual gram panchayats, cov
Naidus native panchayat hogs limelight for its green energy initiatives
The panchayat has bagged 1 crore as cash award along with the National Panchayat Award 2026 under the special category o
Munnar panchayat will collect surcharge from tourist vehicles from Onam season
Move aimed at tackling the mounting garbage crisis in the hill station
Villagers forced to carry injured man on cot to Budhal hospital
Excelsior Correspondent RAJOURI, May 13: A deeply disturbing incident from the remote hilly area of Budhal in Rajouri di
DC Kathua holds Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Jarai
Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, MAY 13: To ensure prompt redressal of public issues at the grassroots level, Deputy Comm
Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Elections: 742 Nominations Rejected, 85,462 Candidates Remain Valid
Shimla, May 14: The nomination process for the upcoming Panchayati Raj elections in Himachal Pradesh has concluded. Duri
Love Meets Social Barriers: Young Couple End Lives In Odisha After Denied Family Acceptance
The bodies of the couple were found hanging from a banyan tree near a sluice gate at Nao Mania in Mahantipatna village u
Water vending machine comes to the rescue of residents of Kunnam
The people had to depend solely upon the erratic supply of unprotected water by the village panchayat a few month back
Vote Counting Begins for Haryanas Urban Local Bodies
Chandigarh, May 13: The counting of votes for seven urban local bodies and 528 panchayats in Haryana commenced on Wednes
Goa to launch Indias 1st panchayat-level carbon profiling in three villages soon
Shahin Bepari Lambe Panaji: In a first, the state will soon begin carbon profiling and sectoral analysis at the panchaya
Despite 50 per cent rainfall deficit, Kodagu braces for intense monsoon
Zilla Panchayat CEO Anand Prakash Meena says Kodagu is experiencing unusually dry conditions this year and warns that th
Coimbatore district panchayat to receive 2 crore after securing third place in national awards
FIR Filed Against 17 Congress Leaders in Chhattisgarh for Symbolic Funeral Procession
Raipur, May 12: In a significant development in Chhattisgarhs Bemetara district, police have filed a First Information R
Rajasthan High Court Questions State Government Over Delay in Local Elections
Jaipur, May 12: The Rajasthan High Court expressed strong dissatisfaction on Monday regarding the state governments fail
Goas panchayats rank low in national performance report
Shahin Bepari Lambe Panaji: Panchayats in Goa have been ranked in the middle and lower categories of the Panchayat Advan
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari Allocates Portfolios in First Cabinet Meeting
Kolkata, May 11: Following the formation of the new government in West Bengal, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has annou
Pathania dedicates major development projects worth crores to public
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, May 10: MLA Udhampur East, Ranbir Singh Pathania today dedicated and inaugurated sever
Haryana Local Body Polls: 47pc Turnout Recorded Amid Allegations of Bogus Voting and Rigging
CHANDIGARH, May 10: A voter turnout of 47 per cent was recorded in the elections to seven municipal bodies and 528 Panch
Karnataka is No 1 in revenue, panchayat services, claims Priyank Kharge
The Minister was launching a large-scale distribution drive for revenue department benefits at Dr. S.M. Pandit Rangamand
Andhra Pradesh Secures National Recognition for Rural Development, Says Chandrababu Naidu
Chief Minister congratulates Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and award-winning gram panchayats after the State secure
TMC claims body of its panchayat member found in Hooghly, BJP denies involvement
A Trinamool Congress panchayat member's body was discovered in Hooghly district on Sunday. The party claims this inciden
Shashi Bhushan Kumar moves to Water Resources, Kantilal Dande gets FAC of Panchayat Raj
The Andhra Pradesh government has transferred Special Chief Secretary Shashi Bhushan Kumar to the Water Resources Depart
SEC writes to Govt on OBC Comm report as voter revision nears end
Decision on recommendations pending for over one year Over 3 pc increase in electorates Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 9: Sig
Gram panchayat elections in Karnataka will be held before end of 2026, says Minister Priyank Kharge
Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge said the State government would conduct gram panchayat elect
National Panchayat Awards 2025 Announced, 42 Panchayats to be Honored
New Delhi, May 9: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has announced the winners of the National Panchayat Awards 2025, select
Ayyappa Samajam conference begins in Keralas Chengannur
Meeting formulates an action plan to launch Ayyappa devotee groups at the ward level and Ayyappa devotee villages at the
Enthusiastic Participation in Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Elections with Over 25,000 Nominations
Shimla, May 9: The second day of the nomination process for the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI) elections in Himachal
Assam Achieves National Recognition with Three Prestigious Panchayat Awards
Guwahati, May 8: Assam has made a significant mark on the national stage by winning three prestigious awards under the N
Kurnool ACB Court Convicts Panchayat Raj AE in Bribery Case
The accused was caught red-handed by ACB officials
Shocking Domestic Violence Incident in Jharkhand Claims Life of Woman
Godda, May 8: A tragic incident unfolded in the Ghasi Chak village of Surani Panchayat, located in the Godda district of
Caste-iron control: The threat of Rajasthans caste panchayats
Extrajudicial panchayats in Rajasthan use the age-old tool of social ostracisation combined with extortionary fines to c
Karnataka High Court Seeks Response in BJP Leader Murder Case Involving Former Congress MLA
Bengaluru, May 8: The Karnataka High Courts vacation bench has requested a response from the prosecution regarding the a
ACB Trap Panchayat Secretary for Accepting Rs.5,000 Bribe
Police said the panchayat secretary had allegedly demanded 50,000 from a villager for clearing documents related to a ho
Innovative Senior Citizen Police Panchayat Established in Vidisha to Empower Elderly
Vidisha, May 7: In a groundbreaking initiative, the police in Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, have launched the Senior
Telangana increases interest-free loan limit for women SHGs from 5 lakh to 10 lakh: Seethakka
The State government would bear the interest burden on the bank loans (Vaddi leni runalu) up to 10 lakh, said the Pancha
NT Reporter Raia FC Goa beat nine-man FC Madras 2-0 to register their first win in the Group D match of the Dream Sports
100% onboarding under e-Gram Swaraj
NT Reporter Panaji Goa has achieved complete onboarding of all its village panchayats under the e-Gram Swaraj platform o
CM Revanth Aims to Develop Heerapur as Model Gram Panchayat
Revanth Reddy is likely to visit Heerapur in the last week of May or the first week of June.
Tragic Road Accident in Giridih Claims Lives of Two Laborers
Mumbai, May 5: A tragic road accident in Giridih district of Jharkhand resulted in the deaths of two elderly laborers on
A crucial road project is underway in Rajouri's Doongi block. This 13-kilometer road will connect remote border panchaya
Fr Agnel YSC lift Cavelossim Panchayat Cup
Steve Menezes lone strike hands them a 1-0 victory over St Sebastian, Murida Cavelossim: A 10th-minute strike by Steve M
Theres no shortage of medicine in rural hospitals in Belagavi, says zilla panchayat CEO
Yadgir: Summer camps under way for students at libraries under gram panchayats
J&K | Suspension Of BDO Plangher Revoked In Rajouri
Rajouri, May 2: The District Panchayat Election Officer (Deputy Commissioner) Rajouri has revoked the suspension of Assi
Shocking Incident in Banda: School Children Forced to Work in Viral Video
Banda, May 2: A disturbing incident has emerged from Banda district in Uttar Pradesh, where junior high school students
Central Ministry to Host Self-Reliant Panchayat Workshop in Hyderabad on May 2
Hyderabad, May 1: An official announced on Friday that Vivek Bhardwaj, Secretary of Panchayati Raj, will initiate discus
Workshop on Self-Reliant Panchayat to be Held in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, May 1: An official announced on Friday that Vivek Bhardwaj, Secretary of Panchayati Raj, will initiate discus
Modi to Launch 7,823 Crore Projects in Telangana on May 10 Visit
Speaking at a press conference here, Reddy highlighted the party's strengthened position post-Lok Sabha elections, with
Upland areas in Kozhikode reel under water crisis
Environmentalists and farmers organisation leaders claim that at least two small projects with potential for revival hav
Gram Panchayats in Dakshina Kannada district impose 1.10 lakh fine for burning waste in April
J&K Govt Transfers 5 Executive Engineers In Rural Engineering Wing
JAMMU, Apr 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Wednesday ordered the transfer and posting of 5 In-charge Executive E
Javid Dar inaugurates Rs 3.5 cr Fruit & Vegetable Processing Unit in Marh
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 29: In a major boost to agricultural infrastructure in Jammu region, Minister for Agr
Kadambrayar pollution: local bodies told to step up enforcement
Secretaries of local bodies, including Kochi Corporation, Thrikkakara municipality, and the Edathala, Kunnathunadu and K
Tribal Mulugu Leads SSC Results In State With 99.3% Pass
District collector Bhorkade Hemant Sahadev Rao and panchayat raj minister Seethakka expressed satisfaction over the perf
Konaje Panchayat slaps 25,000 fine on Mangalore University for burning solid waste
108 wards in Ernakulam experiencing water scarcity
Among the affected panchayats and municipalities, 64% face water shortages occasionally, while 18% experience frequent s
Review Meet On Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision Scheduled For May 4
EROs Asked to Join VC Meeting to Assess Progress of 2026 Roll Update Srinagar, Apr 29: The State Election Commission, Ja
2,567 wards in Kerala identified as drought-hit
The report, based on a comprehensive survey across wards and panchayats, found that 24.74% of wards in Kasaragod and 22.
BJP Secures Dominance in Gujarat Local Elections, Winning All 15 Municipal Corporations
Gandhinagar, April 28: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has achieved a remarkable victory in the local self-governance e
Local polls: AAP expands Gujarat footprint, wins Narmada district panchayat, 12 taluka panchayats
The Aam Aadmi Party has made significant inroads in Gujarat's local elections. The party secured its first district panc
Amit Shah Celebrates BJPs Dominance in Gujarat Local Elections
Gandhinagar, April 28: The Indian National Congress (BJP) has maintained its stronghold in the Gujarat local body electi
PM Modi Celebrates BJPs Resounding Victory in Gujarat Local Elections
Ahmedabad, April 28: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has once again showcased its dominance in the Gujarat local body e
Lad tells officials to ensure theres no water shortage in summer
Minister directs tahsildars, taluk panchayat executive officers to continuously monitor water supply situation in their
BJP Wins All 15 Municipal Corporations In Gujarat, AAP Surat Stronghold Falls
The BJP's success also extended into the taluka and district panchayats, though the Congress and AAP managed to find sma
BJP Dominates Local Elections in Gandhinagar, Securing Key Seats in Kalol Taluka Panchayat
Gandhinagar, April 28: The results of the local body elections in Gandhinagar district are emerging, showcasing a fierce
Rajouri: BDO Plangher Suspended Over Poor Progress In Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision
RAJOURI, Apr 28: District Panchayat Election Officer (Deputy Commissioner) Rajouri Abhishek Sharma has placed Block Deve
Gujarat Local Election Results 2026 Live: Vote counting for Gujarat's local body elections began Tuesday. Results for ov
Himachal Pradesh Unveils Its First Green Panchayat with Solar Project Launch
Shimla, April 28: The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhu, inaugurated a 500-kilowatt solar energy project on Mond
At Hisar mahapanchayat, Dushyant targets BJP over saffronisation of campuses
DM Jammu Constitutes Panchayat, Municipal Ward-Level Nasha Nigrani Samitis
JAMMU, Apr 27: The District Magistrate (DM) Jammu, Dr Rakesh Minhas, has constituted Panchayat and Municipal Ward-level
Mosquito menace in Tamil Nadu: Madras High Court orders State-wide survey to identify hotspots
Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan direct all municipal corporations, municipalities