Nepal Local Bodies Urge Harmony After Madhesh Tensions
Local authorities in Nepal's Madhesh Province call for social harmony following communal tensions. Leaders stress unity and legal action to prevent future conflicts.
Local authorities in Nepal's Madhesh Province call for social harmony following communal tensions. Leaders stress unity and legal action to prevent future conflicts.
As Nepal's 2026 elections see a surge in Gen Z voters, former diplomat Ranjit Rae urges India to start a dialogue with Kathmandu's new government, irrespective of its political orientation. Read the full analysis.
A Nepal commission probing police force in Gen Z protests will summon ex-PM K P Sharma Oli. At least 77 were killed nationwide. Read the full report on the investigation.
MCG gets ULB nod to outsource Sohna Chowk parking operations to a private firm. The 218-car facility aims to ease Sadar Bazaar congestion. Tender to be floated within a month.
Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar announces all local body polls will be held together in 2026. The decision aims to streamline governance and ensure uniform development across the state.
Former Nepal PM Baburam Bhattarai discusses the root causes of Gen-Z protests, calls for updating the 1950 India-Nepal treaty, and asserts Nepal won't be a geopolitical playground. Exclusive insights.
Tambaram Corporation appoints activist B Kavitha as its differently-abled councillor, marking a significant step in Tamil Nadu's inclusive governance policy. Read her inspiring vision.
Nepal authorities intensify action against illegal cross-border bride matchmaking after discovering Nepali women with Chinese nationals in Kathmandu. Read the full report.
Former Nepal Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak testifies before a high-level probe committee investigating alleged state atrocities during the 2021 Gen Z protests. Details inside.
Nepal's election sees former rapper Balendra Shah as a key PM candidate after Gen Z protests added nearly 1 million young voters. Get the full story on this political shift.
Nepal's Ambassador to India, Shankar Prasad Sharma, met Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar to boost tourism and explore cooperation in IT, energy, and manufacturing.
Political activists in Bathinda, Barnala, and Mansa raise strong objections to ward delimitation and reservation roster changes for the upcoming 2026 Urban Local Bodies elections. Read the full details.
Nepal's caretaker PM Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli urges major parties to ensure successful March 2024 elections. Key political dialogue aims for stable governance.
The Central Government has disbursed over Rs 723 crore to rural local bodies in Rajasthan and Jharkhand under the 15th Finance Commission. This crucial funding aims to boost grassroots development and essential services.
China tightens control over Tibetans in Nepal with advanced US-made surveillance cameras. Report reveals extensive monitoring of community activities and key locations.
The Supreme Court's January 21 verdict will decide the fate of 57 Maharashtra local bodies where quota limits were breached. Results for Mahayuti and MVA hang in the balance. Read for full details.
Chamarajanagar district launches online e-Khata service for all ULBs. Property owners can now apply and receive digital land records from home. Details inside.
Nepal Cricket Association announces a 24-player squad for a crucial group camp ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. Get all the details on the selected players and the team's preparation strategy.
Himachal Pradesh government launches a comprehensive welfare scheme for small traders across all Urban Local Bodies. The scheme offers financial aid and pension benefits. Learn more about eligibility and application.
BJP clinches president posts in four out of five local bodies in Maharashtra's Latur district, with ally NCP winning the fifth. A significant boost for the ruling Mahayuti alliance.
The deferred second phase of municipal elections across Vidarbha concluded largely peacefully. Voter turnout varied across districts, with minor glitches and one clash reported. Results today will shape local political fortunes.
Mysuru's urban bodies, led by MCC, achieve an 83% property tax collection surge. Digital payments, early rebates, and door-to-door drives fuel the success. Discover how the district is boosting civic development.
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
The Central Government has disbursed over ₹127 crore to Tamil Nadu's rural local bodies under the 15th Finance Commission grants. This funding aims to boost essential services and infrastructure development in villages. Read more about the allocation and
A light earthquake of magnitude 2.9 struck Nepal's Bagmati Province. Tremors were felt in bordering Indian states. No damage or casualties reported. Stay updated on seismic activity.
Panchkula's Municipal Corporation fails to complete its own office building as its term ends. Project stalled since 2020, causing public inconvenience. Read about the delays and official statements.
Kunwar Khanoura, a final-year LLB student, wins Tohra zone election in Patiala. Balancing studies & campaigning, his victory highlights youth's role in Punjab's local governance. Read his journey.
Bodies of an unidentified man and woman recovered from Narmada main canal near Viramgam. Police investigate possible connection and cause of death. Read for latest updates.
Punjab govt reports 12 urban bodies struggling with solid waste processing. Chief Secretary seeks 3 months to bridge the gap. NGT monitors compliance with 2016 rules.
Nepal reverses its 2023 ban on high-value Indian currency, allowing notes up to ₹25,000. A major relief for cross-border trade, tourism, and Nepali workers. Full details inside.