Rapid transformation of Ladakh remains PM Modi's focus: Amit Shah
Leh/Jammu, May 1:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said Ladakh was a model of rapid transformation since the 2019
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
Rapid transformation in Ladakh since 2019, UT remains PM Modi's focus: Shah
Leh, May 01: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said Ladakh was a model of rapid transformation since the 2019 bifu
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
Lightning strike claims life of class 5 student in Bani; another injured
Banihal, Apr 30: A tragic incident occurred in Panchayat Doulka of Bani tehsil in Kathua district on Wednesday evening w
Over 170 JKAS officers transferred in major J&K reshuffle
Srinagar, Apr 30: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday ordered a major reshuffle of the bureaucracy, transf
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
BJP leads in Gujarat local body polls, dominates municipal corporations and panchayat results News On AIR
Lightning strike claims life of class 5 student in Kathua; another injured
BANIHAL, Apr 30: A tragic incident occurred in Panchayat Doulka of Bani tehsil in Kathua district on Wednesday evening w
PDPs uproar on Urdudiversion from its role in aiding BJP during RS polls: NC
The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Kashmir, Showkat Ahmad Mir has dismissed PDPs claims abou
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
MLA Devyani Rana leads protest over water crisis in Nagrota
Dansal, Apr 29: Devyani Rana, MLA Nagrota, on Wednesday led a road blockage to protest against the acute and escalating
Panchayat electoral roll revision extended; claims, objections can be filled till May 5
Jammu, Apr 29: The State Election Commission has extended the deadline for filing claims and objections for the revisio
HC asks Govt to revisit Panchayati Raj Rules for building permissions
Srinagar, Apr 29:The High Court of J&K and Ladakh on Wednesday directed the government to revisit the Panchayati Raj Rul
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
Development at what cost? Trehgam residents fight to save grazing land
In a growing conflict between development and environmental preservation, residents of Trehgam village in Kupwara distri
Centre fast-tracks rural lifelines in J&K
Srinagar, Apr 28:Rural infrastructure, womens empowerment, and agriculture-led prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir received
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
BDO Suspended Over Lapses in Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision 2026
SRINAGAR: Rajouri Deputy Commissioner and District Panchayat Election Officer Abhishek Sharma has suspended Block Develo
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
Vote counting is underway for Gujarat's local body elections, covering 15 municipal corporations, 84 municipalities, and
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
Dharech becomes HPs first green panchayat with 500-KW solar plant
At Hisar mahapanchayat, Dushyant targets BJP over saffronisation of campuses
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
Meet Sobha Surendran, BJP Leader Contesting From Congress Bastion Palakkad
Congress workers have accused the BJP of trying to influence voters by distributing money in areas like Tharuvakurissi a
Gram Panchayats In AP Set National Benchmark By Collecting 80% Revenue
This has enabled them to establish a national benchmark in rural fiscal management.
Gujarat Local Elections Conclude with 57.14% Voter Turnout, Rural Participation High
Gandhinagar, April 27: The local body elections in Gujarat concluded on Sunday at 6 PM, revealing a moderate voter turno
Gujarat local body polls held peacefully, turnout under 50% in cities; results on April 28
Voting for Gujarat's local body elections concluded peacefully on Sunday. Urban areas reported turnout below 50 percent,
DC Edit | Defection Of Key MPs Does No Good To Image Of AAP
The AAP may like to shrug it off saying these leaders have no grassroots connections and cannot even win a panchayat ele
Gujarat local polls: Municipal corporations see lower turnout than other bodies till afternoon
Gujarat is voting in local body elections today. People are braving the heat to cast their ballots. Polling is underway
Kejriwal urges voters to turn out in large numbers for Gujarat local body polls
Gujarat local body polls: Voters in Gujarat are urged to cast their ballots in the ongoing municipal elections. Leaders
Voting underway for local body elections in Gujarat
The elections are being held for 15 municipal corporations, including Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara and Rajkot, 84 municipa
Gujarat Local Body Elections 2026: Voting Begins Across Municipal Corporations and Panchayats
Polling begins in Gujarat for local body elections covering 15 municipal corporations, 84 municipalities, and panchayats
Voting Begins in Gujarat Local Body Elections with Over 20,000 Candidates
New Delhi, April 26: Voting for the extensive local body elections in Gujarat commenced on Sunday. This election encompa
Omar takes dig at Cong over defections, says MLAs were bought & NC Govt was toppled in 1984
7 RS MPs who merged with BJP cant win even Panchayat elections *CM emphasizes role of cinema in boosting tourism in J&K
Ahmedabad Prepares for Local Government Elections with Comprehensive Planning
Ahmedabad, April 26: The district administration is set to conduct the voting process for the Ahmedabad Municipal Corpor
S Goa authorities told to identify stray dog hotspots, submit reports
NT Reporter Margao Ramesh Gaonkar, Additional Collector-II for South Goa and Kushavati districts, on Friday said directi
Majestic Temple in Ayodhya: The Gift of a Palace from Kaikeyi to Janaknandini
Ayodhya, April 25: The sacred land of Ayodhya is home to numerous temples, each telling its own tale of devotion. Among
Panchayati Raj Day Awareness Drive Held in Udaipur
Udaipur, April 25 (Udaipur Kiran): A Panchayati Raj Day awareness programme was organised by the National Service Scheme
Womens Leadership Strengthened Through Panchayati Raj Quota: Vizag ZP Chairperson
ZP chairperson J. Subhadra, CEO P. Narayanamurthy, DPO Srinivasa Rao and deputy CEO Raj Kumar attended the programme. Fi
On Panchayati Raj day, the Congress also said that it is fully committed to strengthening the spirit of Gram Swaraj and
NEW DELHI, Apr 24: The Congress on Friday said the Panchayati Raj system has been an important medium for womens empower
Karur stampede is yet to fade from memory of voters at Velusamypuram
Minutes past 2 p.m. Thursday, booth number 15 at the Panchayat Union Middle School, located a few yards away from the sc
Prime Minister Modi Celebrates National Panchayati Raj Day, Inspires Public Representatives
New Delhi, April 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the nation on National Panchayati Raj Day. H
New Delhi, April 24: National Panchayati Raj Day is being celebrated across the country today. On this occasion, Union H
Minister Baghel to Inaugurate National Panchayati Raj Day Celebrations on April 24
New Delhi, April 23: Union Minister of State for Panchayati Raj, S.P. Singh Baghel, will kick off the National Panchayat
The Karur stampede is yet to fade from the memory of the voters at Velusamypuram
Minutes past 2 p.m. Thursday, booth number 15 at the Panchayat Union Middle School, located a few yards away from the sc
DC Ramban conducts public grievance redressal camp at Panchayat Doligam
Excelsior Correspondent RAMBAN, APRIL 22: In a significant outreach initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots governa
Govt claims women winning unreserved panchayat seats in significant numbers
Parliament data show 10 States/union territories where quota percentage is exceeded, but limited to an excess of up to 5
Water level atPazhassidam drops; supply concerns rise
The dam supplies drinking water to nearly two-thirds of the district, covering one Corporation, seven municipalities, an
Pyats in Mormugao, Salcete urged to identify dog feeding areas on beaches
Padmavati Prabhu Panaji To curb dog menace on the beaches of South Goa, the Tourism Department has asked panchayats in M
BJP State president calls for proper use of Central funds in waste management
Madhav flags idle infrastructure created under Finance Commission grants in several panchayats across Andhra Pradesh, ur
Tourism takes a hit as water level of Thekkady lake dips
Forest department and Kerala Tourism Development Corporation reduce the seating capacity in their boating services, rend
Tamil Nadu election 2026: Mannargudi constituency set for a tight contest
A predominantly agrarian, the constituency in the heart of the Cauvery delta, continues to suffer from a lack of infrast
Odisha BJP Holds State Office-Bearers Meet, Sharpens Strategy For Panchayat Polls
Party insiders described the meeting as part of the BJPs ongoing internal review mechanism, aimed at assessing current a
With no DDCs, MLAs get major say in District Capex, Panchayat Plans
Meetings to give nod to start shortly Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Apr 18: The Government has given major weightage to the MLAs
SEC reviews revision of Panchayat Electoral Rolls in Udhampur, Jammu
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 18: State Election Commissioner, Jammu & Kashmir, Shantmanu today conducted an ext
DC Kathua listens to public grievances at Dhar Mahanpur; assures time-bound redressal
Excelsior Correpondent KATHUA, Apr 18: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma today conducted a public outreach progr
Rural summer camp Akkareya Angala launched for children in Mandya district of Karnataka
Mandya zilla panchayat Chief Executive Officer K. R. Nandini said the primary objective of the camp is to encourage read
Mannargudi set for a tight contest as Rajaa banks on development pitch
A predominantly agrarian, the constituency in the heart of the Cauvery delta, continues to suffer from a lack of infrast
DK Shivakumar Claims BJP Conspiracy Behind Vinay Kulkarnis Conviction
New Delhi, April 18: Karnatakas Deputy Chief Minister and state Congress President DK Shivakumar has alleged that the co
District Collector orders probe into ration shortage at Edamalakkudy in Idukki
A shortage of over 64,000 kg of rice reported. Massive deficit in food grains unearthed after Edamalakudy panchayat pres
Vinay Kulkarni, elected to the Legislative Assembly from the Dharwad constituency, was named as prime accused in the mur
Secretary RDD reviews SASCI Projects, UT Capex Plan for FY 2026-27
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 16: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz
Seraulim: CAC Cansaulim overcame Rising Club Uguem 7-5 on penalties to move into the quarterfinal of the 18th Seraulim P
People Struggle for Drinking Water As Free Kiosks Vanish in Tri-Cities
Amid the situation, Panchayat Raj Minister Seethakka has directed officials to set up Chalivendram (free drinking water
Akkaareya Angala summer camps for rural kids begin
Zilla Panchayat CEO warns of action against officials for lapses or lack of coordination
ASG Demands Maximum Punishment for Congress MLA in BJP Leaders Murder Case
Bengaluru, April 16: The Additional Solicitor General (ASG) S.V. Raju, representing the CBI, urged a special court in Be
Womens quota, panchayats to Parliament
The design of womens reservation should have ideally been informed by its 30-year experience in local governments
JD(U) Reaffirms Support for Womens Reservation Bill: Sanjay Kumar Jha
New Delhi, April 16: JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha stated that the party has consistently supported the Womens Reservation B
Karnataka: Former Minister Vinay Kulkarni Found Guilty in BJP Leaders Murder Case
Bengaluru, April 15: The MP/MLA Court in Bengaluru has convicted senior Congress legislator and former minister Vinay Ku
A Tail of Dispute: When Kitten Care Became a Police Matter
Playing the Panchayat mediators, the Bengaluru Police heard both sides and decided to hand over the kittens to a third p
Wont mind even if my own seat is reserved for women: Goa CM Sawant
Women will get representation from panchayat to Parliament, he said
Village Officer Caught Taking Bribe in Jhalawar
Jaipur, April 15 (Udaipur Kiran): The Anti Corruption Bureau Rajasthan on Wednesday caught a village development officer
LG Vinai Kumar Saxena Hands Over Renewed Lease Deeds To 79 Housing Colony Residents
Leh, Apr 15: In a landmark development, the Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, to
Meet Pabitra Kar, Ex-BJP Leader Contesting Against Mentor Suvendu Adhikari
PabitraKarisa former panchayatpradhanin Nandigram.
GPSC Recruitment Alert: 200 AAE Positions Open Until May 2
Gandhinagar, April 15: The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has issued an official notification for the
Womens participation from panchayat to Parliament reflects Ambedkars vision: Om Birla
NEW DELHI, Apr 14 : Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday said Dr B R Ambedkar gave the nation a new direction and visio
Memo issued to ration distributor following rice shortage in Edamalakudy
Shortage of over 64,000 kg of rice reported in the tribal panchayat. Agency denies charges, says consignment was not dis
Ashok Gehlot Calls for Intervention Amid Delays in Local Elections in Rajasthan
Jaipur, April 14: Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has urged President Murmu and the Governor to intervene regarding t
GPSC Recruitment Alert: 200 AAE Positions Available, Apply by May 2
Gandhinagar, April 14: The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has officially announced the recruitment fo
UB Ambaulim sail past Colva 6-1
NT Reporter Seraulim United Boys of Ambaulim sailed past St Anthonys Club Colva in the 18th Seraulim Panchayat Cup at Se
NT Reporter Cavelossim Mandopa SC edged past Curtorim Gymkhana 5-4 via tie-breaker in the Cavelossim Panchayat Cup at th
NT Reporter Candolim St Sebastian Sports Club crushed Assonora United 5-1 in the Candolim Panchayat Cup at the Candolim.
Panchayat polls delayed by Rajasthan govt over 'fear of defeat': Pilot
Telangana Minister Sends Legal Notice to KCR Over Allegations
Hyderabad, April 13: Telanganas Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Minister, Danasari Anasuya Sitakka, has issued a leg
West Bengal polls: NIA detains Congress nominee, 3 others over Malda unrest
The NIA has detained Congress candidate Sayem Choudhury and gram panchayat member Golam Rabbani for questioning. The det
PM Modi To Address Special Conference In Delhi Ahead Of Women's Quota Bill
The conference - which PM Modi will address -- is being organised by the Ministry of Women and Child Development under t
Protests in Rompilli Panchayat of ASR District For Issue of Death Certificates
The lack of death certificates affects legal and property matters within the families and the larger community
State Finance Commission recommends probe into power billing of panchayat installations
It expressed concern over the huge discrepancies in billing and lack of coordination among authorities that has resulted
Bird flu outbreak confirmed in Kottayam district
Preventive measures have been intensified after H5N1 was confirmed in ward 16 of Udayanapuram grama panchayat in Vaikom
LG VK Saxena Inaugurates RDD Complex, Resource Centre & Co-Working Space In Kargil
Kargil, Apr 12: The Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, today inaugurated the newl
Seat Reservation Process Begins For Odisha Panchayat Polls 2027
Political activity gains momentum; PR representatives tilt towards ruling BJP
The taluk and gram panchayat officers, development officers, bill collectors and other staff deserve appreciation for th
Technology clinic workshop for automobile service units opens
Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Priyank Kharge announces plans for establishing dedicated auto park in
J&K | ACB Nabs Panchayat Official In Kulgam While Accepting Bribe
Srinagar, Apr 9 : The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday trapped and arrested a Panchayat Secretary in Kulgam for
EDITORIAL The govt must ensure that HC directions on illegal constructions are adhered to The High Court of Bombay at Go
As Karnataka is facing the peak summer heat,Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj and IT and BT Priyank Kharg
Kerala polls: Cash-for-votes row in Palakkad rocks BJP on election eve
Congress and Communist Party of India (Marxist)circulate videos purportedly showing a woman accompanying Bharatiya Janat
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Special polling team moves to Edamalakkudy panchayat with RRT protection
To ensure a peaceful election, 3,378 police personnel have been deployed across the five Assembly constituencies in Iduk
Farmers seek lift irrigation project from Moyar as water scarcity grips Thalavadi
Several panchayats, including Bynapuram, Diginarai, Arulavadi, and Thalavadi, are facing acute drought, forcing resident
Ashok Gehlot Criticizes Delay in Rajasthan Local Body Elections as Constitutional Crisis
Jaipur, April 8: Senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot, has accused the BJP-led st
Palaniswamiis coasting along with the support ofPMKin Edappadi
TheDMKwon in the constituency in 1967 and 1971. Thereafter, theAIADMKhas won seven times, out of which Mr.Palaniswami ha
Agriculture Supervisor Caught Taking Bribe in Bhiwadi ACB Trap
Jaipur, April 7, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran) The Anti Corruption Bureau Rajasthan has arrested an agriculture supervisor for a
Tackle drinking water problem on top priority, Yadgir officers told
Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Panchayat Lavish Ordia chairs a review meeting through video conference with taluk and
Himachal Pradesh High Court Halts 5% Reservation for Deputy Commissioners in Panchayat Elections
Shimla, April 7: The Himachal Pradesh High Court has dealt a significant blow to the state government by imposing an int
Illegal structures: High Court pulls up panchayats for non-compliance
120 civic bodies yet to comply; inquiry and action ordered Panaji: In the illegal structures matter, the High Court of B
Nalgonda To Host Innovation Panchayat On April 11
District collector Badugu Chandrashekar released the publicity poster at the Collectorate
Mudradi, Vandse, Madamakki, Sanoor, Hakladi panchayats are among six GPs chosen in Karnataka for the award
Kerala Assembly polls: Twenty20 loses Poothrikka panchayat as president quits over NDA entry
Pooja Jomon accused Twenty20 president Sabu M. Jacob of issuing her a veiled death threat, a claim Jacob refuted as unfo
BJP Bets on Social Engineering to Expand Odisha Base
The timing is equally strategic. With the 2027 panchayat and urban local body elections approaching, the BJP faces the d
GPSSB MPHW call letter out today at gpssb.gujarat.gov.in April 20 CBRT exam; check direct link here
GPSSB MPHW hall ticket 2026: The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board has released the call letters for the Multi P
Pawan Khajuria seeks redressal of basic issues, rehabilitation of flood hit families
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Apr 5: Senior leader Pawan Khajuria held a meeting with residents of Panchayat Babey i
Minister Wants 5 Panchayats Back To Telangana
In a letter to Union home minister Amit Shah, the minister referred to earlier representations submitted regarding resto
Kerala polls: Ponguleti vows Telangana-style welfare if Congress wins
Telangana Revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, on Saturday, April 4, assured voters in Kerala that the Congress p
Bloody polls: West Bengal tops in violence during 16 State elections held in last decade
From 205 incidents in 2016 State polls to 354 in 2023 Panchayat elections, the TMC has highest involvement. Since 2018,
Election petitions must be decided on the basis of material on record: Supreme Court
The order was based on an appeal challenging a February 2025 Punjab and Haryana High Court order on elections to the pos
Centre gives extension to 74 PMGSY-I roads till Mar 2027
* CM thanks Union Minister Shivraj Singh Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: The Union Government has given one years
Rajasthan HC issues contempt notices over delay in panchayat, local body elections
The High Court had on November 14, 2025 directed the State government to hold these polls by April 15
Karnatakas Panchayat Tax Collection Hits Record High, Says Minister Priyank Kharge
Bengaluru, April 2: Karnatakas Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Priyank Kharge, announced on Thursday
Rajasthan High Court Issues Contempt Notice Over Delay in Local Body Elections
Jaipur, April 2: The Rajasthan High Court has issued a contempt notice to the State Election Commission (SEC) and State
Panchayati Raj, local body elections in Rajasthan set to get delayed
Population data submitted from districts to the commission were found to be incomplete and inaccurate in several instanc
CM pushes stricter waste rules for pyats under Swachh Goem drive
NT Reporter Panaji Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to review key reforms proposed
BharatNet rollout: Goa has no active village broadband points
NT Reporter Panaji Despite the Centres push to expand rural digital connectivity under the BharatNet project, Goa has ze
Himachal Pradesh High Court Issues Strict Ruling on Panchayat Delimitation
Shimla, April 2: The Himachal Pradesh High Court has taken a firm stance on the issue of Panchayat delimitation, deliver
Telangana Panchayats Win Awards For Governance & Women Empowerment
Two Panchayats in the state of Telangana were awarded under the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Panchayat Satat Vikas Puraskar annou
Jagtial Villages Crack Down On Plastic, Drugs And Public Nuisances
Gram panchayats across the Korutla Assembly segment have introduced stringent measures, including heavy fines, to addres
Budgams Wagoora GP Bags National Panchayat Award 2025 For Socially Just Governance
SRINAGAR, Mar 31: In a landmark achievement for grassroots governance in Jammu & Kashmir, Wagoora Gram Panchayat in Budg
A.P. Panchayat Raj Department wins national award for second consecutive year
The achievement reflects the States consistent efforts towards strengthening grassroots governance and rural development
Central Government Allocates Over 1,500 Crore to Strengthen Rural Development in Six States
New Delhi, March 31: The central government has taken a significant step to bolster rural local governance by releasing
BJP alleges diversion of 15th Finance Commission funds in Telangana
Hyderabad: Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao on Monday, March 30, alleged that the state government has been dive
No proposal for regularisation of MGNREGA supporting staff: Govt
Jammu Tawi, Mar 30:The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said that there is no proposal under consideration for reg
Pudukottai is a mix of urban and rural electorate with several panchayats where farmingremains a major source of livelih
Age test on minor illegal if documents available: HC
Lucknow: The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has said that it is illegal to conduct a medical examination (ossific
Naidu Hosts Dinner For Telugu Desam Veterans, Calls For Unity Ahead Of Panchayat Polls
The warm and intimate event rekindled old memories and reinforced the partys future course
30,000 ballot boxes sent to districts
Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: The exercise for the Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) elections in the Union Territory (UT) o
J&K set to conduct long-pending Panchayat, ULB polls soon
Jammu Tawi, Mar 29: The State Election Commission is making necessary arrangements for holding panchayat and urban local
Preparations On For Early Panchayat, ULB Elections In Jammu And Kashmir: Govt
JAMMU, Mar 29: The State Election Commission is making necessary arrangements for holding panchayat and urban local bodi
ACB traps Panchayat Raj AEE, Works Inspector in Vizianagaram
The accused reportedly demanded a 1.30 lakh bribe to clear the pending bills for the construction works taken up under t
Congress govt in Telangana sanctioned 1 L pensions, plans 2 L more: Seethakka
Hyderabad: Panchayat Raj, Rural Development, and Women & Child Welfare Minister Seethakka on Saturday, March 28, said th
Anant Singh Meets Lalan Singh Amid Bihars Political Uncertainty
Patna, March 29: In a politically significant development, JD(U) MLA Anant Singh met with Union Panchayati Raj Minister
Minister Seethakka defends Cheyutha pension scheme in Telangana, rejects Oppositions claims
The Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Minister said that nearly 1 lakh new pensions, including for dialysis and AIDS p
Congress Criticizes MP Government Over Chhindwara Incident
Bhopal, March 28: The Congress party continues its assault on the Madhya Pradesh government following a tragic incident
Karnataka Launches Campaign Distinguishing MGNREGA, VB-G RAM scheme
As part of the initiative, nearly 95,000 letters are being sent to current and former Gram Panchayat representatives acr
Schedule out for revision of electoral rolls
Exercise to be completed by May 15 Jammu Tawi, Mar 26:In a significant move, the State Election Commission (SEC) on Thur
J&K State Election Commission Initiates Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision
JAMMU, Mar 26: The State Election Commission, Jammu and Kashmir, has announced the annual revision of the Panchayat Elec
Amidst waving of party flags, an offbeat representation of the Flag above all flags
Against the backdrop of intense poll activity, a 400-metre stretch of an arterial road in the outskirts of Chennai (tech
Odishas Deputy CM Lays Foundation for Lakshmi Temple and Other Projects
Puri, March 26: Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida laid the foundation stone for the Lakshmi Temple and the renovation
Rs 10 Lakh Community Hall project stalled in Rajouri, Locals allege Administrative lapse
Ajay Sharma Rajouri, March 25: Residents of village Barnada and the adjoining Nala Panchayat have accused the local adm
Bihar Receives 1,203 Crore for Panchayati Raj Institutions
Patna, March 25: The central government has allocated 4,383.98 crore to Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and rural loc
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan virtually inaugurates Giri Pradakshina path at Ramateertham temple
It has been laid at a cost of 3.40 crore provided from the VB-G RAM G funds; the NDA government has provided road connec
Prime Ministers Leadership Praised by UP Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar
Azamgarh, March 25: Uttar Pradesh Panchayati Raj Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar recently commended Prime Minister Modis lea
Water hyacinth saves lives at an abandoned quarry in Chennai Metropolitan Area
TheOttiyambakkampanchayat had an harrowingly difficult time keeping people from swimming in the deadly quarry with its p
Stagnant water pit in Mirabag a mosquito breeding site: Health Dept
NT Reporter Curchorem Health officer of Cacora community health centre (CHC) Megha Kudchadkar has directed the Sanvordem
Panchayat polls on cards: Minister Dar
Srinagar, Mar 24:Minister Javed Ahmad Dar on Tuesday said the government is preparing to hold panchayat elections, with
71 panchayats in Dakshina Kannada notified as free from Tuberculosis
64 panchayats in Udupi district too have been notified
Kalaburagi making strides towards TB-free status, says Deputy Commissioner
79 gram panchayats declared TB-free as district records over 90% treatment success rate
DM Jammu directs for intensified efforts for drug free panchayats
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 23: District Magistrate Jammu, Dr. Rakesh Minhas today chaired a meeting of the Distr
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: In Kalamassery, a battle to retain stature, legacy
The Assembly segment comprises Alangad, Kadungalloor, Kunnukara, and Karumallur grama panchayats besides Eloor and Kalam
Opposition tears Bill proposing ballot papers in panchayat elections, walks out
Terming the Bill a retrograde move, Leader of Opposition R. Ashok tore a copy of the Bill before staging the walkout
The Supreme Court of India will examine a constitutional challenge alleging gender discrimination in Parsi personal laws
Karnatakas Controversial Bill Sparks Political Storm Over Voting Methods
Bengaluru, March 23: The Karnataka government has ignited a political uproar by introducing a bill that proposes the use
Rajasthan Congress Launches Statewide Save Democracy Campaign on April 1
Jaipur, March 23: The Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee (RPCC) will appoint chairpersons for all newly formed gram pa
Two IAS Officers Given Additional Charge In J&K Administration
JAMMU, Mar 23: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has assigned additional charge to two senior IAS officers in the inte
Dead Maharashtra Man Listed As Panchayat Worker In Rs 80 Lakh Fraud Case
The Gram Panchayat faces allegations of financial misappropriation and embezzlement regarding funds amounting to Rs 80 l
CPI(M) Leader Smita Sundarshan Joins BJP, Becomes NDA Candidate from Varkala
Thiruvananthapuram, March 22: A significant political shift has occurred in Kerala. Advocate Smita Sundarshan, a member
Activist challenges 13.74 crore spent for development of Poochampatti panchayat
Shocking Murder of Elderly Man in Jharkhands Palamu District
Ranchi, March 22: A shocking incident has emerged from the Panki police area in Jharkhands Palamu district, where an eld
LG expresses gratitude to PM, Union Minister
Release of central share of Rs 111.66 cr Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Mar 21: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Satur
Newborn Girl Found Abandoned In Bushes in Asifabad
A newborn girl was found abandoned in bushes on the outskirts of Seethangar in Vallagonda gram panchayat of Kagaznagar m
Centre Releases Rs 111.66 Cr For Fisheries Project In J&K, LG Sinha Thanks PM Modi
JAMMU, Mar 21: The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, on Saturday expressed gratitude to the Centre for
Kerala Assembly elections 2026: A Congress fortress with rare LDF breaches
The constituency comprises divisions of the Kochi Corporation and Cheranalloor panchayat. In last years local body polls
Karnataka mandates weekly reviews, control rooms to tackle rural drinking water shortage
As part of the measures, all zilla panchayat Chief Executive Officers have been directed to hold mandatory review meetin
Village Development Officer Held Taking 4,000 Bribe in Dungarpur
Jaipur, March 20 (Udaipur Kiran): The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a Village Development Officer in Dungarp
Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Municipal Administration and Urban Development, Irrigation and other sectors get hi
Kerala Assembly Elections 2026: Malampuzha poised for LDF-BJP rematch, UDF takes desperate gamble
Though the Bharatiya Janata Party has been making visible inroads in this left bastion, the Left Democratic Front contin
Former district panchayat president Manoj Moothedan chosen to contest from Perumbavoor; former Mayor Tony Chammany picke
Farmers Duped of Rs. 3.18 Crore as Financier Flees in Jagtial
The fraud came to light when several victims gathered at the gram panchayat (GP) office to lodge a complaint.
Panchayat to issue stop memo to waste treatment plant at Ambayathode
The move follows renewed agitation by a few residents who have taken it up as a campaign issue in the wake of Assembly e
Mannachanallur DMK MLA distributes SUVs; ECI issues notice
The AIADMK alleged that Kathiravan and his father V. Srinivasan had given SUVs to five panchayat union secretaries and t
Kerala bird flu scare: Nearly 6,000 birds to be culled from March 21. Authorities on high alert
Kerala bird flu scare: Bird flu (H5N1) has been confirmed in Alappuzha's Muhamma grama panchayat, prompting authorities
Goa waste crisis: Only 6 of 191 village panchayats follow norms
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji: Exposing a huge lag in rural waste management infrastructure, the Goa State Pollution Control B
Centre Releases Rs 256 Crore to Gram Panchayats
Following the constitution of these bodies, the Centre resumed the release of funds from February 2026. Before Tuesdays
Man Kills Wife's Mother, Brother At UP Panchayat Meet, Shot Dead By Cops
A man accused of stabbing his wife and murdering his mother-in-law and brother-in-law during a panchayat meeting in Bare
Ex-Suvendu Adhikari Loyalist Pabitra Kar Rejoins Trinamool Ahead Of Polls
A former BJP panchayat chief, who was known to be close to senior party leader Suvendu Adhikari, on Tuesday rejoined the
Ex-Suvendu loyalist rejoins TMC amid speculations he may be pitted against Bengal LoP in Nandigram
A former BJP panchayat chief, Pabitra Kar, has rejoined the ruling TMC. Kar was known to be close to senior BJP leader S
Jasrotia dedicatesRs 1.3 cr Ayushman Arogya Mandir, launches Rs 25 lakh civic works
Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Mar 16: Reaffirming his commitment to strengthening grassroot infrastructure and expandi
Gram panchayat secretary dies of electrocution in Telanganas Khammam
Hyderabad: A Gram Panchayat secretary, identified as Lakavath Suresh, died of electrocution while fixing an inverter at
4 killed as speeding lorry rams auto in Telanganas Nalgonda
Hyderabad:Four people were killed and several others critically injured when a speeding lorry rammed into a stationary p
Panchayat Secretary Dies Of Electric Shock
Grama panchayat secretary of Thimmaraopet, Lakavath Suresh, 35, was electrocuted to death at Mangali Thanda in Khammam d
J&K Achieves 97% PMAY-G Target, Over 3.23 Lakh Houses Completed
JAMMU, Mar 15: Jammu and Kashmir has achieved 97 per cent of its target under the Pradhan Mantri Awas YojanaGramin, with
Jammu And Kashmir Achieves 97% Target Under PMAY-G, 3.23 Lakh Houses Built
JAMMU, Mar 15: Jammu and Kashmir has completed more than 3 lakh houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin, achi
Vehicles, Liquor Seized in Vajrapahaar Drive
In Koduru town, police detained two persons and seized 20 liquor bottles (180 ml each) during searches in Panchayat Colo
Kerala achieves milestone in AMR control efforts
83 hospitals in the State earn the status of antibiotic-smart hospitals and five panchayats becocme antibiotic-literate
Integrated Aqua Park In Anantnag To Strengthen Aquaculture Infra: Rajiv Ranjan Singh
Srinagar, Mar 14 : Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh on Saturday announced a Rs 100 crore Integrated Aqua Park Project i
Centre releases another 640 crore for Telangana Gram Panchayats
Panchayat Raj Minister urges Centre to release remaining arrears of Financial Year 2025-26 as 15th Finance Commission te
AI Tool Use Raises Privacy Concerns Govt Depts Asked to Switch to T-Fiber
Covers 26 districts, 424 mandals, and 8,895 gram panchayats
Telangana ACB arrests panchayat secretary in Indiramma bribe case
Hyderabad: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday, March 13, arrested a panchayat secretary for allegedly
Around 400 Illegal LPG Cylinders Seized Near Tirupati
Acting on information about unauthorised storage of cylinders, district civil supplies officer Seshachala Raju and his t
JAMMU, Mar 13: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Depar
Mohammed Azharuddin attends FIH Womens Hockey World Cup qualifiers in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Mohammed Azharuddin, Telangana Minister for Public Enterprises and Minority Welfare, attended the FIH Womens
Innovation Panchayat To Nurture Grassroots Ideas In Adilabad
The programme, to be held at the collectors conference hall, will provide a platform for youth, students and rural resid
Panchayat secretary caught taking 15,000 bribe in Jogulamba Gadwal district
Gadwal Panchayat Secretary in ACB Net
The bribe was demanded for releasing the first instalment of Indiramma house construction bill pertaining to the complai
Karnataka expands partnership with British Council to strengthen Panchayat Arivu Kendras
Panchayat clerk held on charge of accepting bribe
Sreejit Gopinath of Pudussery grama panchayat office was caught red-handed while accepting 2,500 from a complainant from
Rush To Clear Pending Bills As Tenure of Local Bodies Is Ending Shortly
There is an unusual political bonhomie across parties at meetings of municipalities and panchayats. Elected representati
Three houses destroyed, 12 damaged in cyclone-like wind in coastal Chellanam panchayat in Kochi
Roofs of several houses were flown away by the strong wind that struck the coast south of the Chellanam panchayat office
Healthcare reach being expanded across J&K: Sakeena
*Inaugurates newly constructed PHC at Kharote in Kathua Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Mar 11: Minister for Health and
Former panchayat president hacked to death by gang in Virudhunagar district
When he was near Villipathiri, an armed gang waylaid him at around 9 p.m. They pushed him off the bike and attacked him
The gram panchayat passed a proposal stating that anyone found using such abusive language would have to pay a fine of R
Ambaulim clinch Chinchinim cup
NT Repoter Chinchinnim United Boys of Ambaulim defeated Canacona SCC 2-0 to win the 19th ChinchinimDeussua Village Panch
Rajasthan To Drop 2-Child Norm, But Only For Candidates In Local Bodies Polls
The Rajasthan government has done away with the two-child norm for candidates in panchayat and municipal elections in th
Deputy CM for permanent buildings to all panchayats within three years
Buildings for Tahsildar and MPDO offices should be constructed wherever land is available, says Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka
All Gram Panchayats to get new buildings in 3 years: Telangana Deputy CM
Hyderabad: At the state governments pre-Budget meeting, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu on Tuesd
Women Run the Show at VELS Jollywood Studios & Adventures in Special Leadership Initiative
VELS Jollywood Studios & Adventures has successfully created history by registering a unique achievement in the Karnatak
Rajasthan Assembly passes Bill to scrap two-child norm for panchayat elections
The Rajasthan Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in the House after an acrimonious debate, in which the O
Draft Panchayat electoral rolls to be published on Mar 23, final on May 10
SEC reviews preparations at high-level meet * Purchase of ballot boxes, printing of material discussed Sanjeev Pargal JA
Panchayat electoral roll revision to begin this month
Final rolls expected by May; Urban local body rolls only after SIR Jammu Tawi: J&Ks State Election Commissioner, Shantm
Trade unions, farm outfits to strengthen protests against U.S. trade deal, Labour Codes
They will hold mahapanchayats in all States to rally farmers and workers against the pro-corporate policies of the Union
Health, housing, carbon neutrality in focus in Kozhikode District Panchayat Budget
Rural jobs Act: Centre yet to fix parameters before roll-out
The government has to come up with objective parameters for normative allocation of budget to States, and formulate deve
Drinking water comes in dribs and drabs at coastal villages near Vedaranyam
In Thennadar panchayat, a coastal village with more than 500 families, residents get drinking water supply only once in
Onwards and upwards: women of Tamil Nadu claim their space in local administration
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992 mandates at least 33% (one-third) reservation for women in Panchayati Raj
SEC to initiate preparations for Panchayat polls with high-level meeting tomorrow
Revision of rolls to start with April 1, 2026 as cut-off date *Municipal voter lists to be taken from SIR Sanjeev Pargal
New Manipur CM faces cabinet expansion test
According to the state notification, deputy CM Nemcha Kipgen has been given rural development and panchayati raj along w
Ernakulam district panchayat to train transgender persons in cosmetology
The initiatives focus on ensuring equitable access to basic needs such as employment and healthcare support, thereby cre
On the eve of International Womens Day, M3M Foundation reiterated its commitment to the social and economic empowerment
Telangana couple attempts suicide at gram panchayat office in Jagtial
Hyderabad: A young couple from Pocharam village in Telanganas Jagtial mandal doused themselves in petrol and attempted t
Jagdam Boys lift Seraulim Cricket Cup
NT Reporter Seraulim Jagdam Boys defeated Number 4 by 39 runs to lift the title in the Third All Goa Tennis Ball Cricket
KWA to enhance efficiency of water treatment plant in Aluva
The upgrade to result in generation of additional 10 MLD of treated water and improvement of drinking water supply in Ko
Upcoming ZP Polls to Follow New District Map: Pawan
He said the government was making necessary preparations for the move and clarified that there were no legal hurdles in
HC upholds life sentences awarded to six for attempting to murder SC woman panchayat president
Planning area of Tiruchi Master Plan increases to 804 sq. km
The jurisdiction covers the Tiruchi Corporation, Lalgudi, and Thuvakudi municipalities, four town panchayats, and 104 re
93 gram panchayats in Udupi district likely to face water shortage in summer
DC directs officials to take all possible steps to ensure people and livestock do not face water shortage
Centre releases over 1,034 cr. to gram panchayats under 15th Finance Commission grants
Your Taps Could Run Dry: Municipal Workers Warn Of Indefinite Statewide Strike
If the workers proceed with their plan, water supply would be suspended in City Corporations, City Municipal Councils, T
The president of Pudu gram panchayat and other local people had gathered the cards on March 3
Doctor, Engineer Lose 1.86 Crore in Cyber Fraud
The doctor lodged a complaint with Two Town police and the panchayat raj engineer approached the Fourth Town police stat
Chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced this on Wednesday.
104-yr-old put under adjudication category in electoral rolls, triggers row
Kolkata: A 104-year-old man has complained of being listed in the under adjudication category in the final electoral rol
Centre sanctions 3,942 crore to boost digital connectivity in Chhattisgarh: CM Vishnu Deo Sai
As part of the ambitious project, 11,682 gram panchayats in the State will be connected through a ring topology-based ne
MLA Ramnagar inaugurates infrastructure projects worth crores
Excelsior Correspondent RAMNAGAR, Mar 3: Dr Sunil Bhardwaj, MLA Ramnagar, today spearheaded a massive developmental blit
The meeting focuses, among other aspects, on the progress of works under the Jal Jeevan Mission, utilisation of allocate
NT Reporter Chinchinim Guardian Angel SC Curchorem edged past Ambelim Sports Club 1-0 in the XIX Chinchinim-Deussua Vill
SEC To Hold Meeting On Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision On Mar 3
JAMMU, Mar 2: The State Election Commission (SEC), Jammu and Kashmir, has convened a meeting on March 3, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Ajay Sharma Rajouri, (J&K) Construction of a 10 lakh community hall in Nala Panchayat, Sunderbani Tehsil of Rajouri dist
Govt lifts suspension of Monteiro, Halarnkar in Arpora fire incident
NT Reporter Panaji Goa government has revoked suspension of two senior officials, the then member secretary of the Goa S
RTI: 50,000 penalty imposed on four gram panchayat officials for delay in providing information
State Information Commissioner B. Venkata Singh has passed the order after hearing second appeals filed by an applicant
Medaram Infrastructure Built To Last For 200 Years: Ponguleti
Accompanied by panchayat raj minister Seethakka, he offered prayers at the temple and inspected ongoing post-Jatara deve
NT Reporter Davorlim Navelim SC defeated Guardian Angel SC 3-2 in the 16th Davorlim Cup at Davorlim panchayat ground on
Telangana CS to Hold FAC of Industries, ITE&C departments Until Further Orders
The government earlier transferred Sanjay Kumar, Special Chief Secretary, Industries and Commerce and ITE&C Department a
District panchayat Budget proposes jobs for 5,000 women
Focus on comprehensive development of agricultural sector with an allocation of 18 crore; projects in housing and health
Ex-Arpora sarpanch, former secy get bail in nightclub fire case
NT Reporter Mapusa In the December 6 fire case, The Mapusa District and Sessions Court on Friday granted conditional bai
Kumbalanghi panchayat Budget lays emphasis on housing project
The Budget also announced a Clean Kumbalanghi-Green Kumbalanghi project in collaboration with the Kochi Corporation and
Big allocations for LIFE Mission, waste management, womens empowerment and infrastructure