Prayagraj Woman's Tent Business Empowers Rural Women
Sheela Devi of Prayagraj overcame adversity to build a lakhs-earning tent house business and empower dozens of rural women through self-help groups and Mission Shakti. Read her inspiring journey.
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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.
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.
Duplicate Nomination Files Strategy in Patiala Polls
Opposition candidates in Patiala district carried duplicate nomination files to counter alleged snatching by AAP-backed elements. Congress, SAD, BJP decry 'coercive tactics' in zila parishad polls.
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.
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.
Punjab Orders Videography of Zila Parishad Nominations
Punjab State Election Commission mandates videography of Zila Parishad nomination process following opposition complaints of irregularities. Full details on the new directive.
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.
Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
Rajasthan Panchayat Pradhans Seek Admin Role as Terms End
With terms of 325 Panchayat Samitis ending on Dec 10, Rajasthan's Pradhans urge the state to appoint interim administrators to prevent a rural development halt. Read their demands.
Rs 3,000 Cr Funds Withheld, Stalling Rajasthan Rural Projects
Rajasthan's rural development faces crisis as Centre withholds Rs 3,000 crore due to delayed panchayat polls. Vital sanitation, water, and road projects stalled. Learn the full impact.
Massive 2,000-strong security blanket for Nagpur rural polls
Nagpur rural police deploy nearly 2,000 personnel across 16 civic bodies for election security. Preventive actions include externments, MCOCA bookings, and cash seizures. Read the full details.
Amritsar Rural Polls: Nomination Filing Begins
Filing of nomination papers for Amritsar rural polls begins today. Voting on July 7, counting on July 10. Key democratic process for panchayat elections.
Mohali Panchayat Elections Postponed Due to Boundary Changes
Punjab State Election Commission postpones Mohali panchayat samiti and zila parishad elections following merger of 15 villages into municipal corporation. Other areas to vote as scheduled.
Tarn Taran Zila Parishad Elections on December 14
Tarn Taran district prepares for Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections on December 14. Learn about polling stations, nomination dates, and election procedures.
Himachal Panchayat Poll Reservation Row Explained
Himachal Pradesh panchayat elections face controversy over reservation rules. Learn how the state government's decision has sparked political tension and legal challenges.
Chandigarh Zila Parishad Elections on Dec 14
Chandigarh announces December 14 for zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections after multiple delays. Counting on December 17. Model code of conduct in effect. Read full details.
Himachal CM Defends Panchayat Polls Postponement
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu justifies delaying panchayat polls to prioritize monsoon relief efforts. State focuses on rebuilding infrastructure after devastating rains.
Telangana Gram Panchayat Polls: 3-Phase Schedule Out
Telangana SEC announces 3-phase gram panchayat elections on Dec 11, 14, 17. Over 1.6 crore voters to elect sarpanches in 12,728 villages. Model code of conduct in effect.
Telangana Gram Panchayat Elections: 3 Phases from Dec 11
Telangana announces three-phase Gram Panchayat elections starting December 11. Nominations open November 27. Get complete schedule and details here.
BJP Telangana Goes Solo in Local Body Elections
BJP's Telangana unit prepares for local body elections without alliances, focusing on Backward Classes and rural development. Party aims to capitalize on Lok Sabha momentum.
Telangana Gram Panchayats' Revenue Drops to Rs 159 Per Capita
Expert committee reveals Telangana's gram panchayats generate only Rs 159 per capita revenue. Structural issues and tax collection reluctance threaten rural development. Read full analysis.
Rural Economy Fuels Mutual Fund Expansion in India
India's rural economy outperforms with 5% agricultural growth, driving mutual fund houses to launch rural-focused schemes. Discover how digital platforms are transforming investment patterns beyond top cities.
Gujarat student wins National Rural IT Quiz 2025
Pratham Chetan Dand from Bhavnagar clinched the National Rural IT Quiz 2025 title at Bengaluru Tech Summit, winning Rs 1 lakh prize. Discover how Gujarat's STI initiatives are creating tech champions.
Rural India's Q2 Growth Hits 8-Quarter Low at 2.8%
Nifty Rural Index revenue growth plunges to 2.8% as farm income pressure and credit slump hit demand. Auto, FMCG show resilience amid uneven recovery. Key analysis for investors.
Karnataka MGNREGA workers face declining work days
A 2024 study reveals Karnataka's MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed work days. As funds decline, rural workers report slipping progress in the scheme's 20th year. Learn about the challenges.
MGNREGA Study Shows 50% Employment Shortfall in Karnataka
A 2024 Karnataka study reveals MGNREGA provides only half the guaranteed employment days amid budget cuts. Discover how rural families face progress reversal after two decades of the scheme.
Darbhanga Rural Bihar Election 2025 Results Live
Live updates from Darbhanga Rural Assembly constituency in Bihar. Get complete results, winner, runner-up, candidate details and voting patterns from the 2025 elections.
Rural Women Lead Voter Turnout in Bhagalpur Elections
Rural and semi-urban women voters in Bhagalpur district demonstrated unprecedented electoral participation, significantly outperforming urban women in assembly elections.
India's Rural Foundation: Forgotten Majority's Struggle
Rural India represents our foundation, not our past. Forgetting its diversity risks losing national compassion. Explore the urban dreams and rural despair shaping India.
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