A tripartite agreement between the Army, Himachal Pradesh government, and Shree Baidyanath Ayurved aims to promote large-scale cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants in border villages, reviving Ayurvedic practices and creating livelihoods.
Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency receives silver medal for implementing solar-powered microgrids in 274 remote tribal villages, bringing electricity to 9,762 households.
Demonstrators marched through Alpine villages to protest the World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighting global economic and climate concerns.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari states India has ample funds for rural development but suffers from a shortage of honest leaders to implement schemes effectively for villages and poor farmers.
Bhubaneswar Development Authority's failure to submit certified revenue village list for PMAY-U 2.0 jeopardizes housing benefits for thousands of families in the city.
Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda announced the conversion of 8,000 undocumented residential areas in Sakleshpur into revenue villages, addressing public grievances and land issues.
A Deputy Inspector General of Police in Jammu and Kashmir conducted inspections in border villages of Kathua and Samba districts during dense fog conditions.
Women Village Defence Guards in Jammu step up to protect remote villages during harsh winters as men migrate for work, ensuring community safety and resilience.
SASTRA Deemed University continues its 26-year Pongal tradition, distributing Rs 30 lakh worth of gift hampers to over 6,500 families across ten villages in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur, Trichy, and Mayiladuthurai districts.
Retail giant Walmart is set to join the prestigious Nasdaq-100 Index on January 20, replacing AstraZeneca. The move follows its switch from NYSE to Nasdaq. Discover what this means for investors.
Villages in Chhattisgarh's Bastar division are voluntarily seeking the 'Naxal-free' Ilwat tag for development grants. Govt drafts SOP to verify genuine cases amidst a surge in applications.
Haryana police apprehend a man accused of child labour following an extensive manhunt across 200 villages. The operation highlights the state's crackdown on illegal employment of minors.
From Arjuni's equal wages to Narada's green economy, discover how women-led gram panchayats are driving a historic transformation in rural governance, health, and sustainability.
Retail giant Walmart will join the prestigious Nasdaq-100 Index on January 20, replacing AstraZeneca. This follows its move from the NYSE. Discover the strategic reasons behind this major shift.
Olaba and Kandakela Devabhumi in Cuttack become Odisha's first fully solar-powered tribal villages. 80 households now have clean, reliable electricity, boosting education and livelihoods. Discover this green milestone!
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria revives hopes for a land pooling policy in Chandigarh's 22 villages, promising developed plots or substantial compensation to farmers. Details inside.
London's FTSE 100 index surged past the 10,000-point milestone for the first time ever on January 2, 2026, marking a historic high. The rally builds on a stellar 2025 performance. Read the full analysis.
UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria endorses land pooling for Chandigarh's peripheral villages, reversing the Centre's earlier stance and renewing farmers' hopes for equitable development.
In a remote Pithoragarh hamlet, only three men were left to carry a centenarian's body. SSB jawans stepped in, highlighting the severe migration crisis emptying Uttarakhand's hills. Read the full story.
Odisha govt initiates formation of Greater Berhampur by merging 34 revenue villages. Public suggestions invited within 30 days. A key urban expansion move for the city.
Supreme Court sets aside Rajasthan HC order, rules state cannot name revenue villages after people, citing 2009 policy to maintain communal harmony. Read the full legal analysis.
Uttarakhand faces a surge in leopard and bear attacks, driven by tiger conservation success and village abandonment. Over 200 human deaths reported from 2014-2024. Explore the causes and holistic solutions needed.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation proposes adding 110 villages, expanding area from 160 to 400 sq km. Opposition questions civic readiness amid infrastructure gaps. Read the full analysis.
False AI-generated posts about bear sightings cause fear in Bageshwar. Schools affected, forest officials find no evidence. Learn how misinformation impacts communities.
Goa government targets three villages—Caurem Pirla, Harvalem, and Calangute—for a Net-Positive Panchayat model to achieve energy independence through tailored green initiatives. Discover the plan.
Ludhiana's Municipal Corporation approved a major expansion to include 100 villages, renamed landmarks, and addressed civic staffing in its first meeting in 7 months. Read the full details.
Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government provides basic facilities in 12,492 Scheduled Caste villages under PM Adarsh Gram Yojana, targeting holistic development by 2025-26. Read more.
Discover 8 lesser-known Indian villages from Kerala to Ladakh that offer authentic cultural and natural experiences, perfect for offbeat travellers seeking the real India.
India is set to become the first nation in the Indian Ocean region with over 100 villages certified as 'Tsunami Ready' by UNESCO-IOC. This community-driven initiative boosts coastal resilience against tsunamis and cyclones.