Congress targets 90% seats in Telangana municipal elections
Telangana Congress launches aggressive campaign for municipal polls, aiming for 90% seats. Ministers assigned constituencies, CM to monitor strategy. Elections likely in mid-February.
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HP High Court Directs Local Body Elections by April 30
Himachal Pradesh High Court mandates panchayat and urban local body elections before April 30, rejecting govt's disaster-related deferral plea. Key dates and details inside.
Mahayuti to Win 27 of 29 Municipal Corporations: Fadnavis
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis forecasts a sweeping win for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in urban local body polls, citing development as the key voter driver. Read the full analysis.
9th Punjab Cabinet Reshuffle: Arora Gets Local Bodies
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann reshuffles cabinet for 9th time, hands crucial Local Bodies portfolio to Sanjeev Arora ahead of Feb municipal polls. Arora now holds 4 key departments.
Himachal CM Sukhu Questions HC Order on Panchayat Polls
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reacts to High Court's directive to hold Panchayati Raj elections before April 30, 2026. Read the latest on the legal and political implications.
Himachal HC Orders Panchayati Raj Polls Before April 30
Himachal Pradesh High Court mandates state government to conduct Panchayati Raj institution elections by April 30, 2025. Read the full directive and its implications for rural governance.
State Orders Strict Road Construction Norms for Ludhiana MC
Local Bodies Department directs Ludhiana MC to enforce road quality norms, mandatory lab tests & on-site supervision to ensure smooth travel and prevent fund wastage.
Karnataka to Regularise 10 Lakh Illegal Properties
Karnataka Cabinet approves a major scheme to issue A khata certificates for 10 lakh unauthorised properties across urban local bodies, excluding Bengaluru. Learn how this move aims to boost revenue and curb illegal layouts.
JD(S)-BJP Local Polls Alliance Yet to Be Finalised
HD Kumaraswamy states the JD(S)-BJP alliance for Karnataka's local bodies elections is pending a final decision. Leaders from both parties will resolve issues. Read the latest updates.
100 Global Election Officials to Attend India's Democracy Summit
India will host 100 delegates from 42 countries for the IICDEM 2026 conference in New Delhi. The summit aims to foster global cooperation on inclusive and resilient democratic systems. Read more.
BC Reservation in Hyderabad Civic Polls to Rise to 34%
Backward Classes set for 34% quota in Hyderabad municipal elections, a major rise from 20% in panchayat polls. Final voters' list for 123 local bodies to be published on January 10. Read the full story.
Maharashtra SEC to Announce 12 ZP Polls Next Week
Maharashtra's State Election Commission is set to announce polls for 12 Zilla Parishads next week, racing to meet the Supreme Court's Jan 31 deadline. The tight schedule raises major logistical and manpower challenges. Read more.
BJP Protests Delay in Dhanbad Municipal Elections
BJP members staged a protest at Dhanbad Municipal Corporation, demanding immediate urban local body elections using EVMs and on a party basis. Opposition leaders accuse the state govt of undermining democracy.
Mumbai 18-car local train safety trials in January
Western Railway to conduct critical safety tests for 18-car local trains on the Virar-Dahanu Road section. Results will determine future deployment to ease peak-hour congestion. Read the full details.
Govt Plan to Boost Municipal Financial Independence
The upcoming Union Budget will unveil a plan to strengthen India's urban local bodies, focusing on own-revenue generation and market-linked financing like municipal bonds. Read more.
5 BRS Corporators in Khammam Defect to Congress
In a major pre-election boost, five BRS corporators from Khammam Municipal Corporation joined the Congress party on Monday. The move signals shifting political equations in Telangana's urban local bodies.
Sultanpur Lodhi Ward Delimitation Notification Issued
Kapurthala administration issues delimitation notification for Sultanpur Lodhi's municipal wards. Learn about the new 15-ward structure and its impact on local governance.
Nepal Local Bodies Urge Harmony After Madhesh Tensions
Local authorities in Nepal's Madhesh Province call for social harmony following communal tensions. Leaders stress unity and legal action to prevent future conflicts.
Nicole Kidman's New Year with Daughters Post-Divorce
Nicole Kidman shares emotional New Year moment with daughters in Sydney after divorce from Keith Urban. Details on co-parenting plan and her positive outlook.
Ajsu-P Youth Wing's 90-Day Membership Drive in Ranchi
Ajsu-P's youth wing begins a 90-day door-to-door campaign in Ranchi from Monday, aiming to enrol 1 lakh new members ahead of ULB polls. Senior leaders to launch the drive.
68 Mahayuti Candidates Elected Unopposed in Maharashtra Civic Polls
In a significant pre-poll boost, 68 Mahayuti alliance candidates, including 44 from the BJP, have been elected unopposed in Maharashtra's urban local body elections. BJP leader Keshav Upadhye highlights the alliance's growing strength. Read more.
Fadnavis Hails BJP's Dominant Local Polls Performance
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis claims BJP's seat tally in recent local polls is double that of all other parties combined, attributing success to a development-focused campaign. Read more.
CEPT's Local Area Plan for Ahmedabad's Sankdi Sheri Heritage
CEPT University designs a Local Area Plan for Ahmedabad's historic Sankdi Sheri to tackle traffic, enhance walkability, and preserve heritage. The model could transform other walled city precincts.
MCG to Outsource Sohna Chowk Parking Management
MCG gets ULB nod to outsource Sohna Chowk parking operations to a private firm. The 218-car facility aims to ease Sadar Bazaar congestion. Tender to be floated within a month.
Karnataka Local Body Elections Scheduled for 2026
Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar announces all local body polls will be held together in 2026. The decision aims to streamline governance and ensure uniform development across the state.
Tambaram Appoints Disability Activist B Kavitha as Councillor
Tambaram Corporation appoints activist B Kavitha as its differently-abled councillor, marking a significant step in Tamil Nadu's inclusive governance policy. Read her inspiring vision.
Punjab Parties Clash Over Ward Delimitation for 2026 Polls
Political activists in Bathinda, Barnala, and Mansa raise strong objections to ward delimitation and reservation roster changes for the upcoming 2026 Urban Local Bodies elections. Read the full details.
Centre Releases Rs 723 Crore for Rajasthan, Jharkhand Rural Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed over Rs 723 crore to rural local bodies in Rajasthan and Jharkhand under the 15th Finance Commission. This crucial funding aims to boost grassroots development and essential services.
Deve Gowda: JD(S)-BJP Alliance Tough for Civic Polls
JD(S) patriarch H D Deve Gowda states alliance with BJP is 'difficult' for urban local body polls but will continue for Assembly & Lok Sabha. Read the latest Karnataka political news.
BJP Wins Bajpe, Kinnigoli Panchayat Polls in Dakshina Kannada
BJP wins majority in Bajpe and emerges as single largest party in Kinnigoli town panchayat elections. Results declared Dec 27 after polls held on Dec 21. Full results and details inside.
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