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P T Usha Leads Girls' Athletics Talent Hunt in Mangaluru
Legendary athlete P T Usha organized a girls' athletics talent identification camp in Mangaluru, emphasizing grassroots development through her Usha School of Athletics.
India's Democracy Resilience: Order in Chaos
India's constitutional continuity offers hope as democracies worldwide face strain. This analysis explores how institutional strength maintains stability despite challenges to inclusive foundations.
P T Usha Backs Grassroots Talent Search in Mangaluru
Athletics legend P T Usha organized a girls' talent identification camp in Mangaluru, emphasizing early discovery and nurturing of sporting potential at the grassroots level.
Akash Vijayvargiya Re-elected IDCA President for Second Term
Former MLA Akash Vijayvargiya was unanimously re-elected as president of the Indore Divisional Cricket Association. He plans to strengthen school-level cricket and induct corporate members.
Nagpur Polls: 44 Candidates Get Under 100 Votes
While Nagpur celebrated landslide winners, 44 candidates across wards received votes in double digits, some below 50, highlighting grassroots political challenges.
Gujarat Titans Start Third Junior Titans in Surendranagar
The Gujarat Titans cricket franchise has kicked off the third edition of its Junior Titans program in Surendranagar, aiming to nurture young talent and promote grassroots cricket development in the region.
Ashalata Devi: World Cup Dream Alive for Indian Women's Football
Indian football veteran Ashalata Devi says the dream of playing at FIFA Women's World Cup remains strong, but stresses grassroots development is crucial for bridging the gap with world's elite teams.
PM Modi: India's Diversity is Democracy's Greatest Strength
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Commonwealth Speakers Conference, emphasizing that India's vast diversity is the core strength of its vibrant democracy.
Gujarat Titans Launch Third Junior Titans Season
The Gujarat Titans cricket franchise expands its grassroots program, Junior Titans, to five cities in Gujarat for its third edition, aiming to nurture young talent.
Naveen Patnaik Meets BJD MLAs to Discuss Development, Party Work
BJD president Naveen Patnaik held a meeting with party legislators in Bhubaneswar to review constituency development and strengthen the organisation's grassroots network.
Bengaluru Elections End 5-Year Vacuum, Bring New Faces to Politics
After nearly five years without elected local bodies, Bengaluru's municipal elections have finally arrived. Former councillors express relief but voice concerns over inexperienced candidates and ward delimitation issues.
VP Radhakrishnan Champions Free Speech at JNU Convocation
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasizes the importance of debate and dissent in a healthy democracy during his address at JNU's convocation. Read his full speech and insights.
Nagpur NMC Polls: Big Party Rallies vs Doorstep Campaigns
As Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections near, a stark contrast emerges: big parties' mega rallies vs independents' door-to-door grassroots campaigns. Discover the quiet battle for votes.
UP Congress Unveils 100-Day Voter Outreach Plan
Uttar Pradesh Congress announces a 100-day grassroots strategy, including over 30 'Samvidhan Samvaad' rallies, to strengthen its base ahead of key elections. Key leaders outline roadmap.
RSS to hold 5 lakh Hindu conventions in hyper-local campaign
The RSS plans a massive grassroots campaign, organising over 5 lakh Hindu sammelans at the 'basti' level from mid-January. This hyper-local outreach aims to address community issues and mobilise support. Read more.
Rural Sports Orgs Seek More Involvement in National Events
Rural sports organisations in Punjab demand greater inclusion in national event planning, citing neglect of traditional games and grassroots talent. They urge government action.
100 Global Election Officials to Attend India's Democracy Summit
India will host 100 delegates from 42 countries for the IICDEM 2026 conference in New Delhi. The summit aims to foster global cooperation on inclusive and resilient democratic systems. Read more.
Pune engineer turns activist, contests polls for marginalised
Ashwini Khairnar, a civil engineer, quit her corporate career to organise workers in Pune slums. Now, she's contesting municipal elections as an independent candidate from Ward 39, challenging money power with grassroots work. Read her inspiring journey.
ET NOW's Budget Bharat Yatra 2026 to Amplify Grassroots Voices
ET NOW and ET NOW Swadesh launch Budget Bharat Yatra 2026, a month-long multi-city initiative to gather budget expectations from India's heartland. Discover how it aims to shape policy.
BJP's Mangesh Zhine: From Bill Distributor to Candidate
BJP shocks Akola by picking Mangesh Zhine, a daily-wage worker, over a veteran for a civic poll. This move, seen as reviving the party's grassroots narrative, sets up a high-stakes contest. Read the full story.
Badminton Doubles Boom: 70% Rise in Entries Post Satwik-Chirag
Inspired by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty's historic success, badminton doubles entries in India have skyrocketed by up to 70%. Discover how champions are reshaping the sport's grassroots landscape nationwide.
Maharashtra's VBG Ram G Act Gives Villagers Development Power
Maharashtra's new VBG Ram G Act empowers villagers to decide local development works. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis announces the landmark legislation for grassroots governance.
Grassroots effort revives Chhattisgarh's state animal
Forest communities in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve pledge to protect habitats and curb fires to revive the endangered wild buffalo population. A unique conservation model emerges.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Denied BJP Workers Protest on Social Media
Nagpur's civic poll race heats up as denied BJP aspirants take to social media, accusing leaders of dynastic politics and sidelining loyal grassroots workers. Read about the growing dissent.
Shah's Bengal Poll Plan: 4 Days a Week in Constituency
Amit Shah directs BJP leaders in West Bengal to intensify grassroots outreach, spend 4 days weekly in constituencies, and hold 5 street-corner meetings daily ahead of the 2026 assembly polls.
Modi Lauds Manipur Youth in Mann Ki Baat 2025 Finale
PM Narendra Modi highlighted grassroots innovators from Manipur in his last Mann Ki Baat of 2025, praising solar energy, handicraft, and floriculture initiatives driving change. Read their inspiring stories.
Adani: How Cheap Data & Smartphones Fueled India's Economy
Gautam Adani highlights how affordable smartphones and low-cost data triggered a massive economic surge at India's grassroots, transforming digital inclusion and entrepreneurship.
RLD Starts Grassroots Prep for UP Panchayat Elections
Rashtriya Lok Dal asks district units to shortlist candidates for crucial 2025 panchayat polls, signaling assertive stance ahead of BJP alliance talks. Read full analysis.
A Wishlist for Transforming Indian Sports
A blueprint for India's sporting future: bridging the gap between potential and performance. Discover the roadmap for Olympic success and grassroots development.
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