Panchkula's municipal ward reorganisation reshapes political battlegrounds for 2026 civic polls. BJP, Congress, and JJP reassess strategies as new boundaries and reservations alter equations. Details inside.
The proposed delimitation of wards in Mohali ahead of the 2026 civic polls has ignited a fierce political battle. Congress alleges AAP of bias, while the ruling party calls it a standard procedure. Read more.
Telangana High Court declines stay on GHMC ward delimitation but mandates public disclosure of ward maps and population data within 24 hours for transparent process.
India's first scientific survey finds 718 snow leopards, with Ladakh home to over half. Discover their habitat, diet, and how India is protecting this elusive mountain guardian.
A new cancer registry report for Varanasi reveals one in 36 men is at risk of oral cancer, primarily due to tobacco. Breast cancer is most common in women. Learn the key findings and risks.
GHMC's delimitation of 300 wards faces criticism for anomalies. Political leaders demand re-examination, citing uneven representation and administrative concerns. Details inside.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Haryana's health department, led by ACS Sudhir Rajpal, directs officials to achieve a sex ratio of 920 by Dec 31, 2024. Focus on migrant areas and birth registration. Read more.
India's first comprehensive survey finds 718 snow leopards, with Ladakh hosting over 400. Discover the conservation efforts protecting this endangered species.
China announces full coverage for childbirth expenses by 2026 to tackle its declining population. Learn how this policy aims to incentivise young couples and address demographic challenges.
India has become the world's number one destination for wild animals, with a remarkable 75% of its land now a haven for wildlife. Discover the conservation efforts behind this success. Read more!
Telangana High Court continues hearing a petition against GHMC's ward delimitation in Hyderabad. Resident claims boundaries ignore natural landmarks, causing public inconvenience. Read the full story.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah & Deputy CM DK Shivakumar attend mass wedding of 75 couples organized by MLA NH Konaraddi alongside his son's reception. Leaders stress on ending caste system.
Nearly half of Switzerland supports a right-wing plan to cap the population at 10 million, setting up a crucial vote in 2025. The move targets immigration but faces government warnings of economic damage.
India's seniors face hidden nutritional gaps due to ageing bodies. Discover why standard supplements fail and how phospholipid-based delivery offers a science-backed solution for healthy ageing.
Himachal Pradesh High Court strikes down Shimla Zila Parishad ward delimitation, citing arbitrariness. The order impacts upcoming panchayat polls. Read the full details and implications.
India's Health Ministry admits the country lags behind WHO's hospital bed benchmark. Despite expansion in medical seats, doctor and nurse shortages persist nationwide. Read the full report.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar municipal polls draft rolls face over 6,300 objections. Voters report family members split across wards, causing major inconvenience. Officials say all pleas are being addressed.
As Hindi speakers surge fivefold, their representation in BMC falls. Analysis reveals how Mumbai's demographics changed but political power concentrated with Marathi leaders. Read more.
The Karnataka government has renamed 13 areas and dropped the 'Akash' ward name following objections and discrepancies flagged by the delimitation commission. Read the full story for details.
Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging delimitation for Maharashtra's local bodies, refuses to delay elections. Bench warns against pleas stalling polls.
Greater Bengaluru Authority faces backlash over ward renaming. After public outcry, 13 ward names revised in a late-night corrigendum. Details on the controversy and changes inside.
Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging delimitation for Maharashtra local bodies, refuses to delay polls. Bench warns against litigation stalling electoral process. Get the full details.
China shocks the world by imposing a condom tax to reverse its population decline, while India surges ahead. Experts warn of public health risks. Read the full analysis.
Elon Musk warns that falling global fertility rates risk human extinction. In a chat with Nikhil Kamath, he urges parenthood for civilisation's survival. Read his stark warning.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda reveals India's doctor-population ratio has reached 1:811, with massive growth in medical colleges and seats since 2014. Read the full report.
Hyderabad's population could surge to 1.5 crore, making it the 18th most populous city globally, overtaking London and New York. Discover the opportunities and civic challenges this expansion brings.
Three killed in human-tiger conflicts near Bandipur & Nagarahole reserves. Karnataka forms expert panel to find solutions as tiger population surges and habitat shrinks. Read more.
A fatal road accident involving a nilgai in Dewas district claims a priest's life, highlighting the urgent need for wildlife population control. The state's pilot project using BOMA technique shows initial success.
RTI activist exposes major errors in Mumbai's draft electoral roll with 6,834 voters misplaced in Kurla. BMC launches verification drive ahead of crucial elections. Read full details.