Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti election trends show AAP in the lead, with Congress putting up a strong fight in Doaba and SAD making a comeback in Malwa. Key results from Jalandhar, Patiala, and Bathinda.
Two-time member Gagandeep Kaur secures a decisive victory in the Jandali Kalan panchayat by-election, defeating her nearest rival by a margin of 799 votes. Read the full results and analysis.
The charred body of a 28-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was discovered in Gurgaon's Fazilpur area. Police suspect accidental death due to burns. Read for details on the investigation.
Thalassery court sentences 10 BJP workers, including an elected councillor, to 36 years in prison for the 2007 attempted murder of a CPM leader. Details inside.
Violence erupted at Maharshi Dayanand University in Rohtak as rival groups clashed, with an SUV ramming into youths. The incident, linked to an earlier dispute, was captured on video. No formal police complaint has been filed yet.
Counting of votes for Punjab's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections is on. A 48% voter turnout was recorded with over 9,000 candidates in the fray. Get the latest results and updates here.
The Centre has extended the term of the Manipur violence inquiry commission to May 20, 2026. Get the latest details on the probe's progress and the panel members.
The Central government has withheld Rs 1,279 crore in grants from Karnataka for failing to hold Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections since 2020-21. Discover the financial and democratic implications.
Amritsar's Khassa and Verpal villages hold fresh elections today after previous polls were cancelled due to major errors in the voter lists. Get the latest updates.
A CPM leader in Kerala's Malappuram courted controversy with sexist comments in his victory speech, later apologizing after public backlash. Read the full story.
Two boys, aged 12 and 17, died after being hit by stray bullets at a family wedding in Etah's Ubhai village. Police have detained six people as investigations into celebratory gunfire continue.
AMAN West Bengal's art-driven event in Kolkata exposes Natal Family Violence, urging its inclusion in DV definitions on PWDVA's 20th anniversary. Join the movement for change.
Violence erupted in Punjab as Congress, SAD, and AAP workers clashed during the final day of filing nominations for zila parishad and panchayat samiti polls. Details inside.
Political parties in Jalandhar district are in a last-minute rush to finalize candidates for the upcoming panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections, with nominations closing on May 7. Key details inside.
In Kozhikode's Edachery panchayat, Congress's T K Motilal contests against his CPM brother T K Subash. Their parents, Congress loyalists, named them after party icons. Read this unique political family story.
Violence erupted during civic polls in Beed district, with clashes between BJP and NCP workers, stone-pelting, and vandalism. Police resorted to lathi-charge to control the situation. Read the full report.
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
Nildoh Nagar Panchayat gears up for its first election since civic status upgrade. A direct BJP vs Congress clash for chairperson amid key local issues. 17,953 voters to decide.
Punjab State Election Commission postpones Mohali panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections following merger of 15 villages into municipal corporation. Other areas to vote as scheduled.
Gunmen kill 7 at a bar in central Mexico's Tula. Heavily armed attackers open fire, 5 critically injured. Read about the escalating gang violence in the region.
Vadakkekara police arrest Manoj for allegedly stabbing former CPM member Fazal Rahman at Chendamangalam panchayat office. Attack stemmed from personal enmity, not election rivalry. Read full details.
Patna district launches comprehensive 16-day awareness campaign against gender-based violence featuring runs, seminars, and street plays. Join the movement for women's safety and empowerment.
Three people shot at Westfield Valley Fair Mall during Black Friday shopping chaos. Police search for suspect as officials promise support. Read latest updates.
Tragedy strikes a Hardoi wedding as DJ operator's father is shot dead after groom's brothers-in-law demand music restart. One arrested, investigation ongoing. Read full details.
Displaced people in Manipur clash with security forces while attempting to return home after months in relief camps. Latest updates on the ethnic violence aftermath.
West Bengal police arrest 11 people and detain 2 minors for brutally killing two TMC workers during a village dispute settlement meeting in Malda. Full details of the violent incident.
Telangana High Court refuses to interfere with Panchayat elections and BC reservations. Case adjourned for 8 weeks as court directs state to file counters. Read full details.
A Haryana couple allegedly strangled the man's mother and her lover after catching them together. They then drove the bodies directly to Sirsa police station. Read the shocking details.
Italy has passed a law legally recognising femicide, joining a small group of nations. We explore what this means, the global context of gender-based killings, and why such laws are crucial.
Actress Celina Jaitly files domestic violence case against Austrian husband Peter Haag after 15-year marriage. Hearing scheduled for December 12. Read the full story.