AAP Wins 78% Punjab Zila Parishads, Leads Panchayat Polls
AAP claims victory in 78% of Punjab's Zila Parishads as counting continues. Congress trails far behind. Results signal strong rural support for the ruling party.
AAP claims victory in 78% of Punjab's Zila Parishads as counting continues. Congress trails far behind. Results signal strong rural support for the ruling party.
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.
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.
85-year-old Gurdial Singh, Malerkotla's oldest candidate, narrowly loses Zila Parishad election by 57 votes. The veteran vows to continue his public service fight. Read his inspiring story.
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.
Despite challenges, the Shiromani Akali Dal has made a significant impact in Punjab's panchayat polls, winning key seats and signaling a political resurgence. Read the full analysis.
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.
Follow live updates, ward-wise results, and party leads as counting begins for Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections. Get real-time trends from all districts.
Punjab & Haryana HC disposed of Congress MP Raja Warring's PIL seeking mandatory videography of Zila Parishad poll counting, noting the State Election Commission had already issued detailed instructions for the process.
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.
Punjab's Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections witness a sharp 20-point drop in voter turnout to 48.4%, the lowest since 2008. Opposition calls it a vote of no confidence in AAP, while the ruling party cites peaceful polls. Read the full analysis.
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.
Punjab government announces holidays for all schools from December 24 to 31 due to severe cold weather conditions. Check details on the official order and safety guidelines.
In Telangana's second phase of gram panchayat elections, 415 sarpanches and 8,304 ward members were elected unanimously. Kamareddy district leads in uncontested wins. Details from SEC inside.
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.
Punjab Congress announces boycott of upcoming panchayat elections after a party sarpanch was attacked in Amritsar. Demands arrest of culprits and security for candidates.
Congress boycotts district council elections in Amritsar's 3 constituencies, alleging police inaction after AAP workers attacked a sarpanch. Demands judicial probe.
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges AAP used police & administration to stop opposition nominations in Panchayat Samiti & Zila Parishad elections. Details inside.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
A total of 64 nominations filed for Zila Parishad and 424 for Block Samiti seats in Jalandhar district. Polling scheduled for July 10. Get the full candidate list and details here.
Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Election Officer Sakshi Sawhney reviews Zila Parishad poll readiness in Ludhiana. Voting on February 26, counting March 1. Get the latest updates.
749 nominations filed for Zila Parishad & Block Samiti polls in Patiala amid allegations of nomination papers being snatched & torn. Six police cases registered. Details inside.
Punjab BJP alleges AAP is misusing police to rig Zila Parishad & Panchayat Samiti polls. Demands videography, probe into audio clip, and court intervention.
A petition filed in Punjab & Haryana High Court alleges police interference in panchayat elections. The court seeks government response by July 18. Read the full details.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
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.
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.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.