Nabha panchayat department faces action for ignoring RTI requests
Poll picture becomes clearer in Kozhikode
LDF announces candidates for 73 divisions in Corpn; UDF announces majority of candidates; BJP to complete candidate list
Chauni village in Uttarakhand becomes ghost town as residents migrate for better opportunities
BAGESHWAR: In a heart-wrenching tale of migration and abandonment, Chauni village in Uttarakhand's Bageshwar district li
Kerala local body polls 2025:AAP to contest in over 400 panchayats and four Corporations
The anti-corruption movement-turned-political outfit has just one elected ward member in KeralaBeena Kurian from Karinku
King or kingmaker? SDPI seeks to hold the cards in Erattupetta
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VR headsets and AI boards: Tech turns anganwadi into a virtual wonderland
PATHANAMTHITTA: At four years old, Achu can instantly identify a crocodile in a virtual jungle, while Aami, 3, who was o
Seat allocation talks spark clashes at IUML meets in Malappuram
MALAPPURAM: Disagreements over seat allocation have triggered a series of clashes across IUML committees in Malappuram,
Herstory scripts NDA success, proves to be a real game-changer in Bihar
NEW DELHI: Women voters have emerged a decisive factor behind the National Democratic Alliances landslide victory in Bih
With more names out, Thiruvananthapuram district panchayat election race takes shape
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As the political fronts announce their candidates, the picture for the Thiruvananthapuram district p
Announce local body poll dates by Nov 24, Telangana HC to govt
Hyderabad: Telangana High Court on Friday, November 14, asked the state government to announce dates for local body elec
12 sanitary staff families to get land titles soon
CHENNAI: Paving an end to their 40-year struggle, 12 Adi Andhra (scheduled caste) families of permanent sanitary workers
Lucknow Diary | Mirzapur, Agra clinch water awards
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Home and away Can Twenty20 up its game?
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Daily wage workers employed by gram panchayats seek job regularisation
Local body polls: Final picture likely to emerge soon in Kozhikode
While the LDF declared most of its candidates for the district panchayat, the Congress announced its second list of nomi
Round Table builds classrooms under Namakku Naame Thittam for panchayat union school in Madurai
LDF to face stronger challenge in Anthoor as UDF, BJP steps up campaign
KANNUR: Anthoor municipality, a CPM stronghold, is gearing up for a tough battle in the upcoming elections, with both UD
BJP looks to progress with professional edge
KOCHI: With a technocrat at the helm of affairs, the BJP is banking on professionalism and development to upset the deca
Sustainability, innovation key towards transforming J&Ks apple sector: Javid Dar
SRINAGAR: Minister for Agricultural Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments
Sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity key towards transforming J&Ks apple sector: Javid Dar
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 12: Minister for Agricultural Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Electio
Kerala local body polls: CPI(M) announces new line-up for Kannur district panchayat polls
Who will benefit from higher voter turnout in Bihar polls?
PATNA: Bihar created history in the 2025 assembly elections by registering a record overall voter turnout of 66.91 perce
Mullaperiyar ward turns heads with its name
The new ward was formed after delimitation. The Kumily panchayat earlier had 20 wards, which increased to 22 after delim
Karnataka High Court notice to State government on SECs plea on holding elections to gram panchayats
10 sentenced to life imprisonment for murder of panchayat president in Cuddalore in 2020
Tank collapse: Water supply restored partially in Kochi
KOCHI: A day after the collapse of a key storage tank at the Thammanam pump house, water supply to major parts of the ci
2 Maoist-hit villages vote for first time since 47
SASARAM: What is common to Rehal village in Rohtas district and Pichhulia village in neighbouring Gaya? Voters of the tw
Javid Dar lays foundation stones for various dev projects across Baramulla
BARAMULLA: In a significant step towards strengthening rural infrastructure and grassroots governance, Minister for Agri
RDD staff goes on two days pen down strike
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 11: Demanding registration of an FIR against the then SDPO Gandhinagar, Sunil Singh J
Congress to contest in 25 divisions, IUML 6 in Palakkad district panchayat
The defunct companys management refused to undertake remedial work, claiming the one-acre dumping site near the river be
Panchayat Secretaries Announce Two-Day Strike Over Assault On BDO, Colleague
Jammu, Nov 10: The All Jammu and Kashmir Panchayat Secretaries Association (Jammu Province) has strongly condemned the a
Post Shows Husbands Photo on Panchayat Flyer Instead of Wife? It's from a Film!
There is no Chakkarakkudam panchayat listed on the state's gram panchayat website.
India's Deeptech Ecosystem Takes Centre Stage at IVCA Circles Bangalore Edition
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Solemn, serene: Panchayat in Alappuzha breathes new life into crematorium ground
ALAPPUZHA: In a remarkable effort to break age-old taboos and change public perception, the Punnapra South panchayat in
KPCC president exudes confidence on Congress' performance in upcoming Kerala local body election
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: KPCC president Sunny Joseph has expressed confidence in the performance of Congress in the ensuing l
Twenty20 to contest in 60 local bodies, focus on Kochi corporation
KOCHI: Twenty20, the political outfit promoted by the Kitex Group, will contest local body elections to 55 panchayats, f
Sham Lal reviews development works on key ponds in Jammu North
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: MLA Jammu North, Sham Lal Sharma, today conducted an extensive inspection of the
Rival NCP Factions Join Hands Against BJP In Kolhapur
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Fatehabad panchayat samiti chairperson retains post as no-confidence motion fails
No Fixed Timeline for Panchayat Polls in Jammu Kashmir: Minister Javid Dar
SRINAGAR: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department
Ernakulam all set for polls to 111 local bodies on Dec. 9
Elections will be held in 82 grama panchayats, 13 municipalities, 14 block panchayats, one corporation, and one district
Kodumudi Town Panchayat chairperson to face no-confidence motion on November 11
2025 local body polls: election expenditure limits for candidates remain unchanged
Candidates will be allowed to spend up to 25,000 in grama panchayats, 75,000 in block panchayats and municipalities, and
Congress expels panchayat president in Kollam for defying party directives
KOLLAM: Vettikkavala panchayat president Thalachira Aziz has been expelled from the primary membership of the Congress f
Anusree, now a CPI(M) district committee member, is being positioned as the likely district panchayat vice-president if
Villagers walk out of Assolda gram sabha over jetty issue
NT Reporter | Curchorem Tensions flared during the Assolda gram sabha on Sunday when villagers walked out of the meeting
Kasaragod district panchayat bags State award for disability-welfare services
UDF cosies up to Jamaat-e-Islami for local body election; Muslim groups raise concern
KOZHIKODE/MALAPPURAM: The UDF is going ahead with its seat-sharing deal with the Welfare Party of India (WPI) in Malappu
When justice is accessible to all, it becomes the foundation of social justice: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that ease of doing business and ease of living are only possible when
Former Kerala excise minister M R Reghuchandrabal passes away at 75
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Former Excise Minister and senior Congress leader M R Reghuchandrabal passed away at a private hospi
With No Power, Dabbalapadu Still Relies on Kagadalu Torches
Ten Kondadora tribal families continue to live on this remote hilltop in Rompalli panchayat in Ananthagiri mandal, strug
ZP polls: 32 seats reserved for women, OBCs, STs, SCs
NT Reporter Panaji The State Election Commission on Friday issued a notification declaring the reservation of seats for
SC order: Kerala faces tough task to shelter lakhs of stray dogs
KOCHI: The Supreme Court order directing states to remove stray dogs from public places and rehabilitate them in shelter
Congress and CPM join hands to fight Muslim League in Malappuram panchayat
MALAPPURAM: Can you imagine the Congress joining hands with the CPM to challenge the IUML in the elections to a panchaya
Secy RDD&PR reviews performance under UT-CAPEX, SASCI
Pushes for urgent adoption of SNA-SPARSH platform to streamline fund flow SRINAGAR: Secretary, Rural Development and Pan
Chugh, Sat, Khatana, others address massive rallies in support of Devyani Rana in Nagrota
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 7: Giving further momentum to its campaigning in Nagrota Assembly Segment going to po
African swine fever: several panchayats in Malappuram declared surveillance zones
Kilimanoor block panchayat in Kerala launches its own rice brand
Paddy is procured from farmers in eight grama panchayats under the block panchayat and processed in its rice mill. KMR R
Lokayukta orders disciplinary action against 10 panchayat officials in Rajamahendravaram
Villages in Uttarakhand's Garhwal region are implementing new wedding guidelines, limiting women to three gold ornaments
NDR Spaces Rs 250-crore logistics park marks 100th Invest Kerala project
KOCHI: Keralas investment drive under the Invest Kerala Global Summit has crossed a major milestone with the foundation
Womens Participation in Bihar Politics: A Long Way to go!
There are schemes and plans galore targeting women, but their participation in politics is very low, despite 50% reserva
Dont hold inquiry into civil disputes: Madras HC to cops
MADURAI: The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court recently told the state police not to entertain or conduct inquiries
Rahul's claims on vote manipulation in Haryana unfounded: EC officials
NEW DELHI: Rahul Gandhi's vote manipulation charge is unfounded as no appeals were filed against the electoral rolls in
Mumbai: Sikh and Sindhi communities celebrate 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak today
Mumbai's Sikh community is celebrating Guru Nanak's 556th birth anniversary with vibrant prabhat pheris and nagar kirtan
First wife must be heard for registration of Muslim mans second marriage, says Kerala HC
KOCHI: The Kerala High Court has held that the first wife of a Muslim man should be heard before registering his second
14 municipal councils & 3 nagar panchayats in Pune dist to vote on Dec 2
DDC presides Block Diwas at Jamola to redress public grievances
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DDC Chairman reviews ongoing development works in Panchayat Katyara
Excelsior correspondent BHADERWAH, Nov 4: District Development Council (DDC) Chairman Doda, Dhananter Singh Kotwal today
After five years, Maharashtra to conduct local body elections in December
MUMBAI: After a gap of five years, the Maharashtra State Election Commission on Tuesday announced the schedule for local
Polling In Maharashtra Municipal Councils, Local Bodies To Take Place On Dec 2
Elections in 246 municipal councils and 42 nagar panchayats in Maharashtra will take place on December 2, and votes will
Maharashtra Local Body Polls: Voting In 246 Councils, 42 Nagar Panchayats On December 2
A total of 6,859 members and 288 presidents will be elected in these local self-government bodies. The elections will in
Polling in Maharashtra municipal councils, nagar panchayats on December 2
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Pawan Kalyan Stresses Quality, Zero Irregularities for Rs.2000 Cr SASCI funds for Rural Roads
Pawan Kalyan said that damaged Panchayat Raj roads in villages would be reconstructed on a priority basis, focusing firs
Maharashtra civic body elections on December 2, results on December 3
Maharashtra State Election Commission has announced the schedule for Nagar Panchayat and Nagar Parishad elections; sched
Madras High Court orders exhumation of bodies in church cemetery
CHENNAI: The Madras High Court has reiterated that burials must take place only in officially designated areas and order
Scan, send: BJP invites inputs on NDA election manifesto via QR code
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Stepping up its preparations for the local body elections, the BJP on Monday unveiled a series of in
YSRC Protests Against Unpaid Honorariums
The protesters submitted a memorandum to Panchayat Raj deputy director Satyanarayana, highlighting that despite the coal
NEW DELHI: RJD leader and Mahagathbandhans chief ministerial face, Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, exudes confidence as Bihar hea
Unity remains key challenge for UDF in Malappuram
In the 2020 elections, the UDF maintained its unity in most local bodies in Malappuram. However, it faced internal confl
Factionalism in CPI hits a flash point as district panchayat member resigns
Mahasabha demands ST certificate for Talawar community
It has strongly criticised Rural Development and Panchayat RajMinister Priyank Kharge for allegedly stalling the process
MLC urges government to increase allowances of panchayat members, pay them telephone expenses
Inside Rural Uttar Pradesh's Water Revival: The Art of Living's Groundbreaking Efforts
Farmers across Uttar Pradesh are reclaiming their fields, livelihoods, and dignity as The Art of Livings river rejuvenat
The pleas alleged that the Panchayat Department instructed the zilla panchayat, janpad panchayat and eventually the gram
Kerala SIR: ECI receives first filled-out enumeration form from tribal voter
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll, Kerala Chief Electoral Office
Javid Dar launches stocking of imported Brown Trout Seed in Kulgam
KULGAM: Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election D
Agri Min inaugurates Floating Trout Feed Manufacturing Plant at Kokernag
ANANTNAG: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav launches Viksit Madhya Pradesh@2047 vision document
BHOPAL: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav marked Madhya Pradeshs 70 th Foundation Day by launching the Viksit Madhya Pradesh@20
Shirva gram panchayat will be upgraded as a town panchayat, says Laxmi Hebblakar
Four years on, GIC Jaiharikhal in Uttarakhand still awaits upgrade to fully residential school
DEHRADUN: A four-year-old plan to upgrade the Government Inter College (GIC) in Jaiharikhal, Pauri Garhwal, into a fully
BSP chief Mayawati rallies OBC leaders, criticises BJP, SP for casteist politics
LUCKNOW: Keeping her party in action mode while preparing for the big battle of 2027 in Uttar Pradesh, BSP chief Mayawat
Eradicating Despair: How A Panchayat-Led Mission Helped Kerala End Extreme Poverty
Over 64,000 families were identified as extremely poor, with food, health, livelihood, income and shelter set as the par
NEW DELHI: In a major achievement, the Union Health Ministry has received three Guinness World Records titles under its
15 years since formation, Keralas first tribal panchayat still struggling for amenities
Of the 26 tribal settlements in the panchayat, only four have been provided with electricity. Except to Societykudy, the
Telangana govt clears govt employees dues, pending bills worth Rs 1032 cr
Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Friday, October 31, cleared pending bills of the panchayat raj and roads and buil
Nearly half of live-in registration requests denied in Uttarakhand's Haridwar under UCC
DEHRADUN: Just nine months after the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on January 27 this year, Haridwar di
MGNREGS workers to be engaged for raising one lakh seedlings of native species in Pudukottai
The Forest Department and the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj department are to be jointly involved in the exercise
Telangana HC upholds two-child rule for local poll candidates
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has upheld the validity of the twochild norm prescribed under Section21(3) of the Te
RDD consults legislators for formulation, finalization of developmental plan: Minister
Excelsior Correspondent Srinagar, Oct 30: Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Javed Ahmad Dar today said
Srinagar, Oct 30:The Legislative Assembly of Jammu & Kashmir on Thursday passed four bills without much debate and discu
Mathi Angadi to sell SHG products opened in Pudukottai under Mahalir Thittam
A host of products manufactured by members of about 80 SHGs from the 13 panchayat unions in Pudukottai district are for
Chief Secy Directs For Accelerated Implementation Of Key Rural Development Schemes
SRINAGAR, Oct 30: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Rural Development an
Brewery issue: Congress blocks Puthussery panchayat office
Congress alleges that the governing body, by agreeing to supply water to the brewery, has prioritised the brewerys needs
J&K Assembly Passes Four Key Bills Covering Rent, Panchayats, Labour And Cooperatives
Srinagar, Oct 30: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Thursday passed four significant bills aimed at strength
Keep Gold Items To 3 At Weddings: Uttarakhand Panchayat Tells Women
A panchayat in the Jaunsar Scheduled Tribe area has barred women from wearing more than three pieces of jewellery lest t
Govt introduces 3 bills in LA seeking amendments
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Oct 29: The Government today introduced three key bills in the Legislative Assembly ai
Roster of Ministers for Nov-Dec at Srinagar Secretariat
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 29: Government of Jammu and Kashmir today issued the roster of Ministers who will rem
Police Officer Rescues Pregnant Woman In Bapatla, Helps Deliver Twins Amid Cyclone
The incident took place in the early hours of Wednesday at Kattavaripalem village in Koniki Gram Panchayat, Inkollu mand
3 Govt Bills introduced in Legislative Assembly
Srinagar, Oct 29: The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Wednesday introduced three bills-two proposing amendments to existin
Mlanthadam, Nitya Chaitanya Yatis birthplace, to host a memorial for the philosopher
Aruvapulam grama panchayat in Pathanamthitta buys 97 cents of land for the memorial. State government has sanctioned 7 c
CPI(M)-ruled Puthussery panchayat to supply river water for Elappully brewery
The panchayat put the issue to vote, with nine members, including two independents, supporting the move to supply water,
Adimaly landslip: Anger over lack of govt. support, rehabilitation plans
Left leg of woman trapped in landslip debris amputated. Relatives say the family has lost its life savings and will not
Gujarat Congress warns govt of 'Nepalwali' agitation if farmers demands ignored
AHMEDABAD: The Gujarat Congress President Amit Chavda on Wednesday issued a two-month ultimatum to the Bhupendra Patel g
J&K: Bill Introduced in Assembly to Raise SECs Age Limit to 70 Years
Srinagar, Oct 29: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday introduced a bill in the assembly for enhancing the maxi
Bill In J&K Assembly To Enhance Maximum Age Limit For Holding Office Of SEC To 70
Srinagar, Oct 29: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday introduced a bill in the assembly for enhancing the maxi
Sharma continues election campaign; visits many villages, meets people
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Oct 28: President All J&K Panchayat Conference (AJKPC) and Independent candidate from Nag
Sai Trust Invites Governor, Dy CM Pawan Kalyan For Centenary Celebrations
The trustees also met Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Panchayati Raj, Rural Development, Rural Water Supply, Envi
Nellore: Officials Told To Ensure Safety And Hygiene In Cyclone Shelters
Shukla noted that, given the heavy rainfall across the district, all preventive measures must be in place to avoid damag
At least 15 people die due to drowning during Chhath Puja celebrations in Jharkhand
RANCHI: At least 15 people died of drowning during the Chhath Puja celebrations across Jharkhand, which were observed on
10-Year-Old Bilaspur Girl Rescued After Dialling 1098 Over Parental Abuse
Child refuses to return home despite police, panchayat pleas; placed under Women & Child Dept protection
Tension escalates at Elappully in Kerala over brewery as CPI(M) lays siege to panchayat office
CPI(M) workers, who back the project, laid siege to panchayat office, preventing officials from attending a scheduled go
Telangana ACB catches govt employee for accepting Rs 15K bribe
Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) officials on Monday, October 27, caught a government officer red-h
In a major reform move, the Rajasthan Education Department has decided to introduce a common uniform for students across
Both government and private school students in Rajasthan to have same uniform
JAIPUR:In a major step towards standardising the education system, the Rajasthan Education Department has decided to int
Waqf Act to be repealed if INDIA bloc wins: Tejashwi Yadav
PATNA: RJD leader and Opposition chief ministerial candidate Tejashwi Prasad Yadav on Sunday said that if INDIA bloc com
RJD leader misleading Muslims for votes: NDA
PATNA: The NDA sharply reacted to Opposition chief ministerial candidate Tejashwi Prasad Yadavs recent announcement to d
Bengaluru: Gram Panchayat Member Survives Attempt On His Life
Sources said Saleem was standing outside his house in Islampur when he was attacked by motorbike-borne assailants
There are people who only talk (RJD) and who act (NDA): Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary
In a fierce response to the RJD's electoral claims, Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary emphasized the NDA go
The local bodies can issue warnings for temporary water supply disconnections
Functioning of panchayati raj and urban local bodies has nearly come to a halt, BJP was avoiding elections out of fear o
Tejashwi's Big Poll Promise for Panchayat Heads
If the INDIA bloc is voted to power, we will also substantially increase the margin money, per quintal, of distributors
Mahagathbandhan's Chief Ministerial candidate and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday announced a big poll promise made,
Rajasthan Govt flouting SC orders, Constitution by delaying panchayat polls: Gehlot
JAIPUR, Oct 26: Congress leader Ashok Gehlot on Sunday said the BJP government in Rajasthan was flouting Supreme Court o
Allowance hike, pension, insurance for panchayat representatives if INDIA bloc wins polls: Tejashwi
PATNA, Oct 26: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday said allowances of the representatives of Bihars panchayati raj syste
Allowance hike, pension & more: INDIA blocs poll promises for new Bihar; perks for Panchayat heads
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav announced welfare measures for Bihar's Panchayati Raj representatives if the INDIA bloc wins t
Allowances for panchayati raj representatives if INDIA bloc wins polls, says Tejashwi
The panchayati raj system consists of three levels of governance zila parishad, panchayat samiti, and gram panchayat
Tejashwi Yadav's Big Poll Promise For Panchayat Heads, Self-Employed People
With less than two weeks left for Bihar's high-voltage Assembly polls, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav
Bihar's Mahagathbandhan chief ministerial face Tejashwi Yadav unveiled significant welfare promises for panchayati raj r
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday announced a slew of welfare measures for representatives of B
Kerala couple file marriage digitally, get certificate in a day
A couple in Keralas Kawassery Panchayat completed their marriage registration using a digital verification process, Vide
J&K Govt Adjusts 23 In-Charge Executive Engineers In PWD, Places 5 At RDD Disposal
JAMMU, October 24: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has ordered the adjustment of 23 In-Charge Executive Engineers (Civi
CS For Grassroots Outreach And Counselling To Strengthen Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan
SRINAGAR, Oct 24: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to review the progress and impact of the Nasha M
Kerala couple registers marriage via video KYC at Panchayat; sets example for digital India
A video of Lavanya and Vishnu completing their online marriage registration has gone viral on social media, showing them
DLDO Offices to Function From Nov 1
PK, who holds the Panchayati Raj department, announced that DLDO offices ofdivisional-level development officers would b
Cabinet approves to repeal 2 child cap to contest Telangana local body polls
Hyderabad: The cabinet, on Thursday, October 23, gave its nod to repeal the two-child restriction for contesting Telanga
Bihar CM Nitish takes swipe at Tejashwi over Jeevika promise, says he is trying to 'mislead' women
PATNA: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday took a veiled swipe at his former deputy Tejashwi Yadav, accusing h
Town panchayat chairperson loses post due to non-payment of property tax for seven holdings
Munnar panchayat dump yard posing threat to wild elephants
Forest officials say the yard is posing a threat to local wildlife
Factionalism resurfaces in Kadi BJP as rival Diwali events spark political tensions
Even as Gujarats new cabinet took oath, factionalism within the state BJP has once again flared up, this time in North G
Kumily witnesses 18 landslips on Saturday
Rain damage reported in Pathumury, Attappallam, Kumily, Murukkady, Valiyakandam, and Vellaramkunnu in Kumily grama panch
Policemen play a crucial role in preserving the health of society
Chief Executive officer of Dharwad Zilla Panchayat Bhuvanesh Patil pays tributes at the Police Commemoration Day program
Jasrotia inaugurates Paddy Procurement Mandi at Dhanni Bhakhta
Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Oct 20: In a landmark move for the agrarian landscape of Jasrota, Rajiv Jasrotia, MLA Ja
Javid Dar inaugurates Autumn Flower Festival at SKUAST-K
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Oct 20: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Cooper
NCs Shamim, AAPs Joginder, Sharma as Ind join fray in Nagrota
Total 6 candidates file nominations Avtar Bhat JAMMU, Oct 20: National Conference candidate and DDC Member,Dansal, Shami
Central rules dont apply, state govt employees cant participate in RSS events, says Kharge Jr
Karnataka IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge stated that state government employees are prohibited from participating in RSS
Javid Dar for integrated farming for enhanced productivity, sustainability
Excelsior Correspondent GANDERBAL, Oct 19: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Coope
Odisha Man Kills Youth for Allegedly Assaulting Daughter
Accused surrenders to police; probe underway into incident at Akhuapada panchayat
Residents of Ambedkar Colony in Anakapalli district protest against unaddressed garbage issue
Locals allege inaction despite earlier assurances from panchayat officials, saying the garbage dump is posing serious he
Govt to bring law to ban artificial colouring of fruits: Minister
Srinagar, Oct 18:Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Depar
Dispute over Diwali planning turns violent in Gujarat's Sabarkantha; eight injured, over 25 detained
AHMEDABAD: At least eight people were injured, several houses were attacked and around 100 vehicles were vandalised in a
Denied Pay For 27 Months, Karnataka Man Ends Life Outside Panchayat Office
A man died by suicide at Honganuru Gram Panchayat, alleging 27 months unpaid salary and harassment. BJP criticised Karna
Karnataka Officer Suspended For Attending RSS Event, BJP Hits Out At Congress
A panchayat officer in Karnataka has been suspended for attending an event of the BJP's ideological parent, Rashtriya Sw
Karnataka Panchayat Development Officer Suspended For Participating In Raichur RSS Event
Karnataka's Rural Development Department suspended Raichur PDO Praveen Kumar KV for participating in an RSS event in uni
BJP government committed to welfare of farmers, youth and women: Haryana CM Saini
The CM says Scheduled Castes, who have long been deprived of their rightful opportunities, are now being empowered throu
CHANDIGARH: Nine Japanese companies have expressed interest in investing approximately Rs 5,000 crore in Haryana and hav
Telangana issues tenders worth Rs 6,294 Cr for the construction of rural roads
Hyderabad: The Telangana government has issued tenders for the construction of rural roads at a cost of Rs 6,294 crore u
Portion of Wall Collapses, Traffic Disrupted on JammuSrinagar Highway
Banihal (Ramban), Oct 17: Vehicular movement on the JammuSrinagar national highway was disrupted after a portion of a pr
Portion Of Protection Wall Caves In On JammuSrinagar Highway, Traffic Disrupted
Banihal (Ramban), Oct 17: A portion of a protection wall along the JammuSrinagar national highway collapsed in Ramban di
The accused had allegedly demanded 8.000 from a 73-year-old man to issue E-swathu (digital database of property ownershi
SC refuses to interfere with Telangana HC order staying OBC quota hike in local bodies
The Supreme Court has opted to uphold the Telangana High Court's recent ruling, effectively putting a pause on the initi
Mujhe mulli kaha gaya, says SP MP Iqra Hasan condemns Shiva temple vandalism
Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan, while addressing an all-male panchayat in Chapaur village of Saharanpur on Sunday, Octobe
Four booked for allegedly assaulting, urinating on a man from SC community in Madhya Pradeshs Katni
Victim alleged attack followed dispute over use of illegally mined gravel for Panchayat office construction; police regi
Four booked for allegedly assaulting, urinating on Dalit man in Madhya Pradeshs Katni
Victim alleged attack followed dispute over use of illegally mined gravel for Panchayat office construction; police regi
Jaipur, October 16 (Udaipur Kiran): The Rajasthan government has begun preparing a comprehensive action plan to complete
Rajasthan Plans Statewide Eradication of Invasive Vilayati Babool
Jaipur, October 16 (Daily Kiran): The Rajasthan government has begun preparing a comprehensive action plan to completely
Ensure Equitable Progress in J&Ks Villages
Dr Satwant Singh Rissam ssrissam84@gmail.com In past few years, significant progress has been made in exposing and fight
LDF takes out rally, holds public meeting in Perambra
Senior CPI(M) leader accuses Cong. activists of assaulting Perambra panchayat president without any provocation
Farmer Champions initiative launched in Nellore to make agriculture profitable for farmers
New approach aims at promoting market-oriented cultivation across 722 gram panchayats of 37 mandals in the district on a
Motivation coupled with study-life balance necessary for success, says Ballari ZP CEO
Chief Executive Officer of Ballari Zilla Panchayat Mohammed Haris Sumair tells students that perseverance and patience i
Motivation coupled with study-life balance necessary for success, says Ballari ZP CEO
Chief Executive Officer of Ballari Zilla Panchayat Mohammed Haris Sumair tells students that perseverance and patience i
Congress Vows Justice in DCC Chiefs Selection
Under the direction of Panchayat Raj minister Seethakka and leadership of DCC president Paidikula Ashok.
Schemes worth 212.41 crore implemented in Ayothiyapattinam panchayat union, says Collector
Ram Prasath Manohar takes serious exception to failure of executive engineer of Panchayat Raj Engineering Department
Kandukur farmers cry foul over compensation in NH 167B land acquisition
Nearly 30 farmers from Kanumalla, Palukuru and Oguru panchayats write letters to Chief Minister, Deputy CM, IT and R&B m
DVAC arrests panchayat secretary, computer operator for graft near Coimbatore
Dalit IPS officer's death: Family declines police access to laptop, cites lack of trust in probe
CHANDIGARH: The family of the deceased Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar stood firm on their demand for the arrest of se
Karnataka CM directs Chief Secy to study TN policy on RSS activities
Bagalkote: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said he has directed the state Chief Secretary to examine Tam
Whats in a name? Pakistan Mukku sparks political row in Kerala as BJP pushes for name change
Pakistan Mukku, a small junction in Keralas Kunnathoor panchayat, has become the centre of a controversy after Public Wo
Lack of dog catchers hits district panchayats sterilisation programme
Despite having the capacity to sterilise over 100 dogs every month, the two ABC centres in Mulanthuruthy and Vadavucode
Lack of dog catchers hits district panchayats sterilisation programme
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Dalit IPS officer's suicide: Mahapanchayat gives Haryana govt 48-hour ultimatum to remove DGP
CHANDIGARH: The Mahapanchayat held by a 31-member committee to ensure acceptance of the demands of the family of late IP
IT and BT, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge has demanded that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah imp
Police stations must not become venues for settling civil disputes. Any officer found conducting such panchayats in poli
Tamil Nadu relaxes building rules for green and white industries in peri-urban areas, reducing minimum road width
Randhawa kick starts lane, drain work in Malik Market
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Panchayat Reforms In AP Reflecting Abdul Kalams Vision: DCM Pawan
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Telagnana: Panchayat secretary caught for demanding bribe
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TGSPDCL Sub-Engineer, Panchayat Secretary in ACB Net
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Disaster Management Committees formed at Block & Panchayat level
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TSEC suspends Telangana local polls after stay on 42 PC BC reservation
Hyderabad: The Telangana State Election Commission (TEC) on Thursday, October 9, suspended the Gram Panchayat and Zilla
Karnataka: Mandya Zilla Panchayat directs over 2 lakh MGNREGA workers to complete e-KYC
Govt Constitutes Disaster Management Committee At Block And Panchayat Level In J&K
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J&K Bank, J&K Grameen Bank disburse Rs 100 cr loans to 2673 SHGs under JKRLM
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Himachal CM give pre-Diwali gift to state govt employees, announces hike in wages, honorarium
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Lucknow Diary | Rajbhar seeks splitting of OBC quota into 3 groups
SBSP chief and state minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has again sought implementation of Social Justice Committees recommenda
Creating awareness among farmers crucial to curb stubble burning: Chouhan
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600 PHCs for 12,000 gram panchayats in Telangana, IMA calls rural health system unsustainable
Representatives of IMA Telangana submits memorandum to Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, explains effectiveness of the Kerala h
Students introduce English to tribal elders
Thiruvananthapuram district panchayats GOTEC programme encourages students to use language as a tool for connection and
CMs clean chit to P.P. Divya in Assembly draws criticism
KSU vice-president, who filed a complaint against former Kannur district panchayat president P.P. Divya alleging corrupt
BJP Plans to Secure Majority in Most ZP Polls
Party leaders endorsed extensive public awareness campaigns in the grassroot level in towns and districts to expose Cong
Uttarakhand SEC vows stronger defence as SC battle looms
DEHRADUN: The Uttarakhand State Election Commission (SEC) has broken its silence following a stinging rebuke from the Su
Supreme Court to hear plea challenging Telanganas enhancement of OBC quota to 42% in local bodies
Petition asking if States can breach 50% quota cap in local bodies; the Telangana State Election Commission has notified
Kavalam panchayat lays stress on palliative services
Around 130 patients receive home care services every month. Wheelchairs and diapers are distributed to needy patients
Coop society in every panchayat by 29, says Shah
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DC Ganderbal reviews implementation of Bharat Net, 4G saturation issues
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Jagdish Vishwakarma set to become next Gujarat BJP chief
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PWDs Broken Promises: Nowsheras Crucial Bridge Project Stalls, Locals Aghast
Ajay Sharma Nowshera, October 3 Residents of Panchayat Nala in Ward No. 1, Village Nala, are up in arms over the prolon
AHMEDABAD: Jagdish Vishwakarma is all set to be elected unopposed as Gujarat BJP president, strengthening Ahmedabads gri
Krishna District Bags 4 Swachh Andhra Awards
The four awards bagged by the district include Cleanest Village Panchayat (Challapalli), Cleanest Farmer's Market (Movva
Why are the new rules for Panchayats in Odisha getting flak? | Explained
Why is the regional Biju Janata Dal party upset? Are bureaucrats getting power over elected representatives?
Gujarat BJP set to elect new state president tomorrow
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Greater Chennai Corporation to finalise new boundaries for 300 wards by December
The merger will only come into effect only in February 2027, coinciding with the conclusion of the tenure of elected bod
DMK town panchayat chairpersons son held for taking soil in violation of permit
BENGALURU: AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge underwent treatment of a Pacemaker implantation procedure at a private hosp
Rajasthan cabinet reshuffle rumours intensify as Vasundhara Raje steps up political activity
JAIPUR: In Rajasthan, speculation is mounting within the ruling BJP over a major cabinet reshuffle and expansion in the
Telangana govt releases Rs 325 cr for local body elections
Hyderabad: The Telangana Panchayat Raj Department has released Rs 325 crore for the conduct of the upcoming local body e
Velur becomes Keralas first panchayat to secure full National Legal Guardianship
With the launch of Thalir Buds Rehabilitation Centre and a range of welfare programmes, Velur sets a model for disabilit
Telangana govt to continue support for journalists: Seethakka
Hyderabad: Telangana Panchayat Raj, Rural Development, Rural Water Supply and Women and Child Welfare Minister, Danasari
Former CM Hooda named Haryana CLP leader, Rao Narender Singh appointed state Congress chief
CHANDIGARH: After nearly 11 months of uncertainty, former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has been appointed leader
Welcome Poll Schedule, Will Teach Cong, BRS A Lesson: Bandi
Sanjay said while the BRS government refused to release funds to gram panchayats and failed to release pending bill paym
BJP Flag Will Fly in Gallis Now After Delhi: Bandi
Union Minister vows saffron surge from Delhi to galli, slams Congress and BRS for neglecting panchayats
Municipality and Panchayat Raj amendment Bills referred to Subject Committee
Aimed at bringing in an internal vigilance system as well as more clarity in the reservation of seats for Scheduled Cast
Elapully grama panchayat in Palakkad to move Kerala High Court against State govt.
The government had approved Oasis Commercial Pvt. Ltd.s brewery project in the panchayat without consulting it, sparking
Keralas first government-run home for bedridden elderly offers dignity and care
At Santhwanatheeram in Arattupuzha grama panchayat in Alappuzha, elderly residents sing, share memories, and find compan
LG Sinha Vows to Bridge the Gap Between Rural & Urban J&K
JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, graced and addressed the Swachhata Vijayotsav organised
Mehram Nagar residents face eviction from their homes near Indira Gandhi International Airport. The National Security Gu
Report claims BJP move to remove nearly 80,000 Muslim voters from electoral rolls in Bihar's Dhaka
Repeated attempts were made, allegedly by the BJP, to delete nearly 80,0000 Muslim voters from the electoral rolls in th
Telangana rural local body elections to be held in five phases in Oct-Nov
Hyderabad: Elections to rural local bodies in Telangana will be held in five phases in October-November, the State Elect
PM's Recurrent Odisha Visits Give a Push to BJP Ahead of Panchayat and Urban Elections
For the BJP, the 2027 local polls will be the first major test of whether it can translate top-down political capital in
Flying squad teams to monitor stubble burning hotspots in Punjab, Haryana, CAQM intensifies measures
CHANDIGARH: Reiterating that zero stubble burning during the current paddy harvesting season is non-negotiable, the Comm
The CM has told the Deputy Commissioners and Zilla Panchayat CEOs of the four Kalyana Karnataka districts to personally
Panchayati Raj Ministry to roll out People's Plan Campaign from October 2
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj on Saturday said it will roll out the People's Plan Campaign across all states
Karnataka Minister visits flood-hit Ganagapur, Sonna
Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister and Kalaburagi district In charge Priyank Kharge on Friday visited Ganagapu
Priyank Kharge visits more flood-affected villages in Kalaburagi, promises relief measures
Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister and Kalaburagi district in charge Priyank Kharge continued his visits to fl
Protesters block land clearing for brewery in Elappully
Attempts of Oasis Commercial Company to clear the site blocked by panchayat members, citing attempt to launch constructi
Voter registered in multiple seats can't contest polls: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court today ruled that candidates registered as voters in multiple constituencies are barred from contesting
Priyanka Gandhi calls for change in Bihar, unveils welfare promises at Motihari Rally
PATNA: Congress General Secretary and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday gave a clarion call for change in Bihar
Telangana ranks first in rainwater harvesting; 5.20 lakh works taken up in 2024-25
The rainwater harvesting initiative was spearheaded by Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Department with support from
Bihar Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit lauds power sector reforms at BSPHCL interactive session
NEW DELHI: Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited (BSPHCL) on Thursday hosted an event featuring State Chief Secretar
Himachal Panchayat Secretary Alleges Sexual Misconduct By SDM; Police Inaction Triggers Probe
The woman alleged that Vikas Shukla lured her to his home, where he and a friend tried to gangrape her, assaulted her wh
e-waste collection drive to be expanded to Keralas panchayats too
The collection drive, by Haritha Karma Sena volunteers, began on pilot basis in December 2024 in a few municipalities an
'Used to feed cattle': Why SC wants govt reply on yellow pea imports & why farmers are concerned
The Supreme Court has sought the government's response to a PIL seeking restrictions on yellow pea imports, citing conce
VACB conducts raid on Kumbla grama panchayat
The VACB raids were conducted after allegations of building rule violations in the construction of Muliyadukkam Complex
PCB asks panchayat to submit action-taken report on illegal waste dumping
Congress unveils 10-point EBC-focused agenda ahead of Bihar elections
PATNA: The Congress on Wednesday unveiled a 10-point programme focused on education, employment, and reservation for Ext
BJP respects public sentiments on inclusion of villages in Byndoor Town Panchayat: MP
Tamil Nadu political party VCK expanding its presence in tea plantation sector in Idukki
Party plans to contest in nine grama panchayats under the Peerumade Assembly constituency in the upcoming local body pol
B.Y. Raghavendra seeks report on implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission works in Udupi district
The direction stems from many gram panchayats passing resolutions expressing serious dissatisfaction over the quality of
JS MLA Faces Scrutiny Over Rs 24 Lakh House Tax Dues
He stressed that the dues, if paid, would help carry out much-needed development works in the panchayat and urged her to
Probhibitory orders imposed in Garag village
There is tension following a dispute over constructing a temple on gram panchayat land in the village
Villagers seek Collectors intervention to check dumping of waste in waterbody
Residents from Koththankulam submitted a petition to the Tirunelveli Collector seeking steps to prevent indiscriminate d
Mundakkai rehabilitation: Meppadi panchayat serves notice on IUML
Notice served on Syed Sadik Ali Shihab Thangal, State president of the party, demanding an explanation within a week for
Jharkhand tribal man killed by villagers for mocking death of ex-gram pradhan
RANCHI: A 60-year-old tribal man was beaten to death by the villagers for allegedly mocking the death of a former gram p