Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira accuses Punjab State Election Commissioner Raj Kamal Chaudhry of gross incompetence and surrender during block samiti and zila parishad elections. Read the full story.
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.
Govt Upgraded Higher Primary School, Haleneranki in Kadaba taluk marks 100 years with new classrooms, computer lab, and English-medium section. See how community support fueled its revival.
Unemployed youth groups in Karnataka plan separate rallies in Dharwad on December 8 and 10, demanding immediate government recruitment for vacant posts. They warn of intensifying protests if demands are unmet.
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges AAP used police & administration to stop opposition nominations in Panchayat Samiti & Zila Parishad elections. Details inside.
A student clash at a Jammu college sparks protests. The Sangharsh Samiti demands relocation of Muslim students, citing safety concerns. Authorities promise action.
Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda reveals Haryana's sex ratio has declined to 906, contradicting the Health Minister. He blames misuse of IVF, abortion kits, and government inaction. Read the full analysis.
Wholesale trading in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar halted completely as 150 agents and buyers joined a statewide protest. Read about their key demands and the impact.
BMC staff removed protest hoardings in Dharavi featuring caricatures of CM Fadnavis and Dy CM Shinde, ahead of a public meeting against the redevelopment project. Organisers allege a move to curb mobilisation.
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.
Punjab Congress accuses AAP govt of blatant hooliganism, preventing opposition candidates from filing nominations for Dec 14 local body elections. Details of alleged attacks and police misuse inside.
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.
Chamba administration creates multi-level committees to regulate fertiliser sales, prevent smuggling, and promote judicious use after Delhi blast linked to ammonium nitrate.
Under NEP 2020, all Indian HEIs must implement the 'Learn One More Bharatiya Bhasha' initiative to boost multilingualism and employability. Learn the details and impact.
SAD MLA Ganieve Kaur Majithia accuses AAP govt of turning Punjab into a 'police state' to block opposition nominations for Block Samiti & Zila Parishad polls. She demands EC intervention.
State Election Commission defers civic polls after symbol allotment violations. Experts warn Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections face similar disruption unless rules are amended.
Punjab BJP accuses AAP of influencing officials to block opposition nominations in local body polls. The party demands mandatory videography of the entire election process for transparency.
Kushalnagar witnessed a magnificent Hanuman Jayanti celebration with 8 beautifully decorated mantaps. Over 800 police personnel ensured security as thousands of devotees participated. Read more about the festivities.
22 candidates filed nominations for Panchayat Samiti polls in Mohali's Kharar & Majri blocks. Dera Bassi recorded zero entries for the 3rd day. Dec 4 is the last day to file. Get the details.
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.
Rajasthan High Court reprimands state govt for failing to submit a detailed plan to repair 86,000 dangerous classrooms. Education secretary must file affidavit by Dec 5 or appear in court. Read the full story.
Karnataka's education department is upgrading 474 government schools to KPS magnet schools, offering LKG to UG on one campus to reverse a 19% enrollment decline. Learn about the new single-campus model.
Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging delimitation for Maharashtra's local bodies, refuses to delay elections. Bench warns against pleas stalling polls.
Tensions flared at Mhow's Bhojshala as ASI officials barred a new portrait of Waghdevi, citing a 2003 order. Devotees protested, leading to police intervention. Read the full story.
Punjab BJP working president Ashwani Sharma alleges AAP aims to win rural elections by misusing state machinery. BJP to contest all Zila Parishad, Block Samiti seats and go solo in 2027 assembly polls.
Nashik Municipal Corporation relocates Kumbh rest house project from historic B D Bhalekar School site to Gangapur Road following massive public protests. The new ₹10.36 crore project will be ready in 9-12 months.
Maharashtra State Election Commission plans a meeting on Dec 4 to discuss holding 29 municipal corporation elections before rural local body polls, following a Supreme Court directive. Read the latest updates.
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh sets a target to surpass the national sex ratio average by next year. He urges strict enforcement of PC-PNDT Act and societal change to save the girl child. Read more.
Actor Ranveer Singh issues a public apology after backlash for calling a goddess a 'female ghost' during IFFI 2025. Hindu group files police complaint. Details inside.