IT Engineer Quits MNC Job, Wins Gram Panchayat Election
Praveen Kumar Jogannagari left his Cognizant job after 15 years, won a gram panchayat ward post with over 75% votes in Telangana, and is now Upa Sarpanch. Read his inspiring political journey.
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Food Safety Team Seizes Adulterated Gram Worth Rs 33.48 Lakh
A food safety raid in Bingawan uncovered 1,240 bags of gram illegally coloured with toxic industrial dye Auramine. Read about the major crackdown on food adulteration.
UP Digital Libraries in 11,350 Panchayats for Exam Prep
Uttar Pradesh launches a major digital education initiative, setting up digital libraries in 11,350 gram panchayats to provide rural youth with modern study resources for competitive exams. Discover how this Rs 4 lakh per library scheme works.
Massive Cyber Fraud in Yavatmal: 27,397 Fake Births Registered
A shocking cyber fraud case emerges in Maharashtra as a small village with 1,500 people registers over 27,000 births in three months. Authorities launch a probe into the massive data manipulation. Read the full details.
Silver Rate Hits ₹208/g, Surges ₹8,900/kg in India
Silver prices in India surged sharply on December 17, reaching ₹208 per gram. Check the latest city-wise rates for Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and more.
Telangana Local Body Polls Final Phase: 53 Lakh Voters
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.
Tharoor's 3 Objections to G RAM G Bill Replacing MGNREGA
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor opposes the VB-G RAM G Bill, citing removal of Gandhi's name, funding shift to states, and executive overreach as key flaws. Read his full critique.
Congress, BJP Clash in Assembly Over Forest Land Diversion
Congress accuses BJP govt of illegal deforestation & fake Gram Sabhas for coal mining in Hasdeo. Minister denies charges, cites increased forest cover. Read the full story.
NIA to Get Dedicated Courts in Every State & UT
The Centre informs SC that every state and UT will have at least one dedicated NIA court. Delhi to get 16 special courts to expedite terror and organized crime cases.
UP to Assess Village Political Backwardness Before Panchayat Polls
Uttar Pradesh plans a commission to determine political backwardness in villages before panchayat elections, using a triple-test formula. Key details inside.
Maharashtra MGNREGA Bill: 60-Day Farm Season Work Ban
Maharashtra's new MGNREGA bill proposes a 60-day halt during peak farming season to aid agriculture. The state can issue area-specific notifications. Learn the details and implications.
SWR Special Trains: Yeshwantpur to Karwar for Christmas
South Western Railway will run special trains from Yeshwantpur to Karwar on Dec 24 & 27. Return services on Dec 25 & 28. Check timings and plan your festive travel.
Telangana Gram Panchayat 2nd Phase: 415 Sarpanches Unopposed
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.
GP Member Killed in Banner Quarrel, 2 Held in Karnataka
A Gram Panchayat member in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district was brutally murdered following an argument over a banner. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the crime.
Gram Panchayat Member Killed in Banner Quarrel
A Gram Panchayat member in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district was brutally murdered following an argument over a banner. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the crime.
Cauvery River Hanging Bridge in Kanive Severely Dilapidated
The hanging bridge near Sri Ramalingeswara Temple in Kanive, Madikeri, is in a dangerous state. Officials have banned entry and restricted movement. Details on the inspection and safety measures inside.
Railway Adds Special Trains For IndiGo Cancellations
Southern Railway announces special trains & extra coaches from Dec 7-12 to aid passengers affected by IndiGo flight cancellations. Details on routes and schedules inside.
Telangana village hasn't voted in panchayat polls since 1983
Gudem village in Mancherial boycotts elections for 40+ years over ST seat reservations, leading to severe water scarcity, land devaluation, and job losses. Read how a political standstill cripples development.
Special Train for Delhi from Ahmedabad After Indigo Cancellations
Western Railway launches special train service between Sabarmati and Delhi to help passengers affected by Indigo flight cancellations. Bookings open Dec 6. Details inside.
Telangana HC Won't Intervene in Gram Panchayat Election Process
Telangana High Court cites constitutional bar under Article 243-O, refuses to stop gram panchayat elections despite petitions on flawed seat reservations. Get the full legal details here.
395 Sarpanchs Elected Unopposed in Telangana Panchayat Polls
In a significant development, the first phase of Telangana's gram panchayat elections sees 395 sarpanchs elected unanimously. Get the full details on withdrawals and uncontested wins here.
HC dismisses plea against Telangana collectors on BC quota
Telangana High Court dismisses petition seeking quo warranto against 32 district collectors over BC reservation reduction in panchayat polls. Bench questions petitioner's motive.
Trichy Special Educator S Seetha Wins State Best Teacher Award
S Seetha, principal of BHEL's Arivalayam school for special needs children in Trichy, receives Tamil Nadu's Best Teacher Award from CM Stalin. Read her inspiring journey.
Rane's Kumbh Mela Tree Row: Why No Eid Slaughter Protest?
Maharashtra politician Nitesh Rane questions environmentalists' silence on Eid goat slaughter amid protests against felling 1,700 trees for Kumbh Mela's Sadhu Gram. Read the full controversy.
Silver Price Holds at ₹191 per Gram on December 4
Silver price in India remains unchanged at ₹191 per gram on December 4. Check the latest rates for Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, and other major cities. Discover key drivers behind silver's strong rally.
Local issues dominate Telangana gram panchayat polls
In Telangana's gram panchayat elections, voters prioritize roads, water, and school facilities over state welfare schemes. Candidates focus on door-to-door campaigns as major parties keep a low profile. Read more.
HC Questions Village Polls Based on Old Census Data
Telangana High Court directs batch of petitions challenging gram panchayat seat reservations to a division bench. Petitioners argue seats reserved for non-existent populations.
Maharashtra Smart Village Initiative Expands to 75 Villages
Maharashtra govt scales up its Smart & Intelligent Village scheme to 75 villages in Nagpur, Amravati, Hingoli, Sindhudurg, and Pune. The project aims for tech-enabled, service-driven rural transformation.
Raipur Bird Transfer Triggers Villager Protests, Police Complaint
Villagers in Raipur protest the relocation of birds from Nandanvan Pakshi Vihar to Jungle Safari, citing livelihood threats. Forest department denies bird deaths, cites CZA directive.
Nithyasree Mahadevan: The Pulse of Chennai's Margazhi Season
Vocalist Nithyasree Mahadevan shares insights on the high-energy Margazhi season, connecting with young audiences, and her mission to create the next generation of rasikas. Discover her journey.
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