206 Candidates Cleared for Punjab Panchayat Samiti Polls
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.
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Congress Boycotts Punjab Rural Polls After Sarpanch Attack
Punjab Congress announces boycott of upcoming panchayat elections after a party sarpanch was attacked in Amritsar. Demands arrest of culprits and security for candidates.
Panchayat Member's House Attacked in Jalandhar
Unidentified assailants attacked a panchayat member's house in Jalandhar's Chak Hakim village, injuring family members. Police investigation underway. Read for details.
Congress boycotts Punjab polls over attack on sarpanch
Congress boycotts district council elections in Amritsar's 3 constituencies, alleging police inaction after AAP workers attacked a sarpanch. Demands judicial probe.
Sukhbir Badal: AAP Used Police to Block Opposition in Polls
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges AAP used police & administration to stop opposition nominations in Panchayat Samiti & Zila Parishad elections. Details 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.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Investment Pitch in Osaka
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.
German Youth Protest Against Compulsory Military Service
Massive youth-led protests erupt across Germany against the plan to revive compulsory military service. Students walk out, calling it 'recruitment of death'. Details inside.
Farmers Block Rail Tracks in Punjab, 16 Trains Delayed
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha activists protested the Electricity Bill 2025, blocking railway tracks across 19 Punjab districts. Train movement halted, causing major delays. Read the full story.
Farmers' Protest in Jalandhar Disrupts Train Services
Farmers' protest in Jalandhar halts train services for hours despite heavy police deployment. Key demands include MSP guarantee and debt waiver. Read the full story.
Police Raids Before Punjab Rail Roko, KMM Alleges Repression
Punjab Police conduct pre-emptive raids on Kisan Mazdoor Morcha leaders ahead of a 2-hour rail blockade protest against the Electricity Bill. KMM condemns the crackdown. Details inside.
64 File for Zila Parishad, 424 for Block Samiti in Jalandhar
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.
Observer Reviews Preparations for Ludhiana Zila Parishad Elections
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 in Patiala Amid Poll Paper Snatching Claims
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.
Clashes Mar Last Day of Panchayat Poll Nominations in Punjab
Violence erupted in Punjab as Congress, SAD, and AAP workers clashed during the final day of filing nominations for zila parishad and panchayat samiti polls. Details inside.
BJP Alleges Police Misuse in Punjab Local Body Elections
Punjab BJP alleges AAP is misusing police to rig Zila Parishad & Panchayat Samiti polls. Demands videography, probe into audio clip, and court intervention.
Punjab Panchayat Election Police Conduct Challenged in HC
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.
NHM Staff Protest in Ludhiana Over Unpaid Salaries
Hundreds of NHM employees staged a massive protest at Ludhiana's Civil Surgeon office, demanding release of their two-month overdue salaries. Read about their demands and the administration's response.
Waris Punjab De Protests MP Amritpal Singh's Parole Rejection
Waris Punjab De stages demonstration in Amritsar after jailed MP Amritpal Singh's parole plea to attend Lok Sabha winter session is rejected. Father accuses AAP govt of injustice.
Japanese firm Toppan invests Rs 400 crore in Punjab
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.
Mohali Panchayats Oppose Merger into Municipal Corporation
Sarpanchs of 14 villages in Mohali block oppose government notification for merger into Mohali Municipal Corporation, warning of protests and legal action. Read more.
3 File Nominations for Phagwara Block Elections
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.
Jalandhar Rural Polls: Nominations End Tomorrow
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.
Jalandhar sanitation workers protest over pending demands
Municipal sanitation workers in Jalandhar held a protest rally, demanding regularisation, timely salaries, and better safety equipment. Their union vows to escalate action if demands are ignored.
Kerala brothers face off in panchayat polls, Congress vs CPM
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.
PSPCL Engineers Protest Political Meddling in Patiala
Power engineers in Punjab held a state-level protest in Patiala, demanding CM Bhagwant Mann end political interference and halt asset sales to protect the state's electricity stability.
Punjab CM woos Japanese investors in Tokyo for key sectors
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.
Bajpe, Kinnigoli Panchayat Polls Schedule Out
The State Election Commission announces the schedule for Bajpe and Kinnigoli town panchayat elections in Dakshina Kannada. Voting on Dec 21, counting on Dec 24. Get all key dates here.
NHM Punjab staff to gherao Chandigarh office Dec 4 over salary crisis
Despite a Rs 44.85 crore sanction, 9,000 NHM employees in Punjab continue their strike, demanding actual salary credit. The protest escalates with a planned gherao of the directorate on December 4. Read more.
Punjab CM Mann leads delegation to Japan, South Korea for investment
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a high-level delegation to Japan and South Korea for investor outreach ahead of the Progressive Punjab Summit. The mission aims to boost economic ties and engage with the diaspora.
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