Ex-AAP Goa chief Amit Palekar resigns from party
Former AAP Goa president Amit Palekar resigns, citing top-down decisions and lack of internal democracy. His exit follows the party's poor performance in zilla panchayat polls.
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Maharashtra ZP, Panchayat Samiti Polls Likely in Feb
Maharashtra State Election Commission plans elections for 12 Zilla Parishads and 125 Panchayat Samitis in early February. Key details on schedule, political significance, and security measures.
Karnataka Local Body Polls to Be Held This Year: Shivakumar
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar confirms all pending local body elections, including Zilla and Taluk Panchayats, will be conducted in 2026. Get the latest updates on the election schedule and political preparations.
Karnataka Local Body Polls Scheduled for 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
Goa sarpanch disqualified, secretary sacked over fatal fire
Goa's panchayat directorate disqualifies Arpora-Nagoa sarpanch for 5 years, dismisses secretary over lapses leading to 25 deaths in Birch by Romeo Lane fire. Read the full order details.
Rajasthan Panchayat Poll Draft Roll Jan 29, Final Feb 25
Rajasthan State Election Commission announces key dates for Panchayati Raj electoral rolls. Draft list on Jan 29, final publication Feb 25. Get the latest guidelines for enumerator appointments.
BJP Wins Goa ZP Polls; Cross-Voting Row Erupts in South
BJP candidates elected to head North & South Goa Zilla Panchayats. South Goa's extra vote sparks political controversy, with Congress accusing AAP of cross-voting. Details inside.
Ponda Deputy Collector Orders Crackdown on Illegal Scrapyards
Ponda deputy collector Kaushik D Amonkar directs Kavlem panchayat to use its powers against illegal scrapyards following repeated fire incidents. Compliance report due by Jan 14.
Congress, BJP join hands to keep Left out of Kerala panchayat
In a dramatic turn, Congress members in Kerala's Mattathur panchayat resigned and allied with BJP to elect a rebel as president, prompting CM Vijayan to warn of a 'dangerous drift'. Full details inside.
Congress Starts Accepting Applications for Bengaluru Civic Polls
KPCC chief DK Shivakumar announces Congress has begun accepting applications for Bengaluru civic polls, with a Rs 50,000 fee. Party also pushes for ZP-TP elections within 2-3 months.
Goa Zilla Panchayat Chairpersons Named by BJP-MGP Alliance
BJP-MGP alliance selects Reshma Bandodkar & Sidharth Gauns Dessai as ZP chairpersons in North & South Goa after winning the polls. Get the full details on the political appointments.
Congress-RG Spat Intensifies Over Goa Zilla Panchayat Results
Goa Congress's OBC cell chief Nitin Chopdekar slams Revolutionary Goans as BJP's 'B-Team'. The war of words erupts after RG's strong ZP poll show and its refusal to ally with Congress for 2027. Get the full story.
Congress expels 8 as BJP support wins Mattathur panchayat
Congress expels 8 members after BJP backing helps independent win Mattathur panchayat presidency, ending LDF's 23-year rule. Political slugfest erupts over opportunistic alliances.
Harekala Hajabba's PU College functions without own building
Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba's PU college in Mangaluru operates from high school classrooms due to stalled Rs 5.3 crore building project. Low admissions delay government funding, but PSUs offer support.
Invalid Vote Swings Kannur Panchayat Poll, UDF Wins Presidency
In a dramatic twist, an invalid vote by a CPM member handed UDF the presidency in Munderi panchayat, home turf of CPM leader K K Ragesh. Get the full details on the cliffhanger local body elections.
UDF Gains in Malabar Panchayats After Election Surprises
UDF secures control in three Kerala panchayats after unexpected vote shifts and lucky draws in Vadakara, Muppainad, and Moodadi. Read the full story of the political twists.
Congress Defections in Thrissur Panchayat Spark 'Operation Kamala' Row
Eight Congress members in Mattathur panchayat resigned, helping a BJP-backed independent win the president's post. KPCC expels members, alleges political sabotage. Read the full story.
Goa Minister Dhavalikar Launches Scathing Attack on RG
Goa Power Minister Sudin Dhavalikar dismisses Revolutionary Goans as a directionless outfit with 'zero contribution'. He predicts a political fate worse than AAP's. Read the full story.
AAP sacks Goa chief Amit Palekar after poll debacle
Aam Aadmi Party removes Amit Palekar as Goa state president following a dismal single-seat win in Zilla Panchayat polls. The move comes after his public call for opposition unity against BJP. Read the full story.
Udupi RDPR Sports Meet & Cultural Fest from Jan 8
Udupi gears up for a 3-day sports meet & cultural festival for panchayat officials from Jan 8-10. Cricket, athletics & cultural programmes planned. Get all details.
Congress, Mahadev Jankar's RSP Form Alliance for Maharashtra Polls
Maharashtra Congress seals formal pact with Dhangar leader Mahadev Jankar's RSP for upcoming local body elections, aiming to consolidate Bahujan votes in Western Maharashtra.
AAP sacks Goa president Amit Palekar after poll debacle
Aam Aadmi Party removes its Goa state unit president Amit Palekar following a dismal performance in the Zilla Panchayat elections. The decision was taken by the party's top decision-making body.
Family Networks Dominate Nagpur Local Body Elections
In Nagpur's Wadi and Godhani local polls, family equations proved decisive. A husband-wife duo won as corporators, while Congress and BJP relied on generational ties. Voters prioritized personal credibility over party lines.
Congress: AAP's 'B-team' Role Led to BJP's ZP Win in Goa
Goa Congress chief Manikrao Thakare blames AAP for splitting anti-BJP votes, leading to BJP-MGP's 32-seat win. Congress doubled its tally to 10 seats. Read the full analysis.
Goa RG Chief Apologises for 'Slap' Remark on Congress
Revolutionary Goans president Manoj Parab issues a public apology for his comments against Congress's Amit Patkar. The incident highlights opposition vote-split in ZP polls and hints at future alliances for 2027. Read more.
MGP sweeps ZP polls, asserts relevance for 2027 Goa elections
Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) wins all three Zilla Panchayat seats it contested, sending a strong message to ally BJP. The results in Cuelim, Morjim, and Veling-Priol boost MGP's bargaining power for the 2027 Goa assembly elections.
BJP wiped out in Salcete's Zilla Panchayat elections
BJP faced a humiliating defeat in Catholic-dominated Salcete, losing all three seats it contested. Congress-GFP alliance surged, while AAP held one seat. Read the full analysis of this major political shift in Goa.
BJP Wins Goa ZP Polls, Congress Gains Seats
BJP secures a third consecutive term in Goa's zilla panchayats, winning 29 seats. Congress doubles its tally to 10. Historic 70.8% voter turnout shapes the political landscape ahead of assembly polls.
BJP wins North & South Goa Zilla Panchayat polls
BJP clinches victory in Goa's Zilla Panchayat elections, winning 29 seats. CM Sawant credits welfare schemes for the win, while Congress improves tally to 10. Get the full analysis of the results and political implications.
Goa BJP wins 3rd straight ZP term; CM Sawant eyes course correction
Goa CM Pramod Sawant credits central schemes for BJP's third straight Zilla Panchayat win, admits local leadership issues. He hints at cabinet reshuffle ahead of 2027 assembly polls. Read the full analysis.
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