Karnataka govt issues guidelines for ward reservations in Bengaluru's 5 new city corporations, using 2011 Census data. 50% cap on total reservations, with 1/3rd for backward classes and women's quota across categories. Read details.
Supreme Court upholds Rajasthan HC order, sets April 15, 2026, as deadline for Panchayat and municipal elections. Petition by ex-Congress MLA dismissed. Details inside.
From decisive climate talks and a record-breaking FIFA World Cup to crucial US midterms and a new space race, 2026 is set to be a pivotal year. Explore the key global developments.
Indian TV stars like Ashnoor Kaur, Rupali Ganguly, Rashami Desai, and Tejasswi Prakash share their powerful stories of facing body shaming and promoting self-love. Read their inspiring journeys.
Analysis of the 2025 municipal council elections in Nanded and Latur districts, Maharashtra. Explore the results, political dynamics, and what they signal for state politics. Read more.
Astrology predictions for 2026 reveal Aries, Leo, and Libra as the most fortunate zodiac signs. Find out how planetary shifts will bring success, money, and love.
Congress wins over 2,200 sarpanch seats in Telangana's final panchayat election phase. Results unlock Rs 3,000 crore in grants for village development. Read the full analysis.
Over 53 lakh voters in Telangana will cast ballots in the final phase of local body elections for 3,752 gram panchayats on Wednesday. State Election Commissioner urges high voter turnout.
CPM state secretary M V Govindan asserts anti-incumbency did not cause LDF's local poll setback. He vows no alliance with adversaries, confident of a third straight win in 2026 Kerala assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
As Kerala Congress (M) mulls rejoining UDF, Congress leadership adopts a wait-and-watch strategy to limit its bargaining power. Analysis of local body polls shows UDF's surge.
Maharashtra's Pimpri Chinchwad to hold civic polls on January 15. Over 17 lakh voters to elect 128 corporators as BJP and NCP prepare for a high-stakes battle. Key issues include water scarcity and infrastructure.
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
The open campaign for Kerala's first-phase local body elections concludes. A fierce triangular contest is expected, especially in Thiruvananthapuram, as BJP's influence grows. Read the latest analysis.
Scrutiny for Punjab's Panchayat Samiti elections concludes with 206 candidates in the fray. Voting on June 9, results on June 11. Key details on nominations and process.
The Kerala State Election Commission extends the SIR schedule by one week for the 2025 local body elections. Learn about the new deadlines and the Commission's rationale.
BJP leader Brijesh Chowta warns PFI's political wing SDPI poses a democratic threat via local body wins in Dakshina Kannada. Urgent action needed ahead of Karnataka elections.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan says CPI(M) will decide if he leads LDF in 2026 Assembly polls. The veteran leader spoke ahead of local body elections, seen as a semi-final.
In Kerala's local body elections, political parties field over 200 ration dealers as candidates, banking on their unique hyper-local voter trust and monthly interactions for electoral success. Discover the strategy.
Maharashtra Congress President Nana Patole demands impeachment of State Election Commissioner over delays in local body polls, citing constitutional violation. Full details.
Meet M Shruti, a 24-year-old BJP candidate in Kannur's local body polls, working multiple jobs while campaigning. Her story highlights grassroots politics in Kerala. Read more.
First phase of Maharashtra local body elections witnesses strong voter participation, with turnout estimated over 60%. Key highlights from Pune, Kolhapur, Nashik, and incidents reported.
Three candidates file nominations for Phagwara Block Samiti elections in Jalandhar. Scrutiny on July 10, withdrawals by July 12, and voting on July 17. Get the latest updates.
Frustration mounts as Bombay HC delays Nagpur civic poll results to Dec 21. Voters express irritation over the 18-day gap, impacting local governance. Full story inside.
Badlapur Municipal Council elections witness nearly 60% voter turnout, higher than 2015. Polling marred by clashes between BJP, Shiv Sena workers & technical glitches. Results on Dec 21.
Pune district's local body elections witnessed a 68% voter turnout across 15 councils. Indapur recorded the highest at 80%. Polling was peaceful with minimal technical issues.
A video shows a Shiv Sena MLA entering a polling booth in Hingoli while a woman votes. Authorities have ordered an investigation as local body elections proceed.
Pune district's local body elections witness a slow start with 8.37% voter turnout in initial hours. Key contest between Mahayuti and MVA alliances. Follow live updates.
The Karnataka government has released the official public holiday list for 2026, featuring 20 days off for Bengaluru, Mysuru, and other regions. Plan your year ahead with the full calendar details here.
A look back at the last Maharashtra municipal council and nagar panchayat elections in Jalgaon, Ahmednagar, Dhule, and Nandurbar. Key insights for the upcoming 2025 polls. Get the full analysis here.
Maharashtra gears up for crucial 2025 local body polls. Get all details on voting dates, seats, and the political battle between MVA and Mahayuti.