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Ladakh to Establish Autonomous Hill Councils Across All Seven Districts Under Article 371 Framework
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Ladakh to Establish Autonomous Hill Councils Across All Seven Districts Under Article 371 Framework

In a landmark political and administrative decision, the Central Government has agreed to introduce a constitutional framework that will provide Autonomous Hill Councils for all seven districts of Ladakh under a new provision linked to Article 371 of the Constitution. The move is being viewed as a major step toward addressing the long-standing demands of...

Gujarat Government Approves 17 New Talukas to Strengthen Local Governance Ahead of 2026 Elections
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Gujarat Government Approves 17 New Talukas to Strengthen Local Governance Ahead of 2026 Elections

Gandhinagar: In a significant move aimed at strengthening local governance, the Gujarat government has approved the creation of 17 new talukas, taking the total number in the state to 269. The decision was announced after a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, ahead of the local body elections scheduled for January-February 2026. State...

‘Ask First, Speak Later’: Clash Between Rahul Gandhi and Uttar Pradesh Minister at DISHA Meeting
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‘Ask First, Speak Later’: Clash Between Rahul Gandhi and Uttar Pradesh Minister at DISHA Meeting

A heated exchange unfolded on September 10-11, 2025, during a DISHA (District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee) meeting in Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh, between Rahul Gandhi, serving as the meeting chairperson, and State Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh. The confrontation centered on who had the authority to speak, what topics were appropriate for discussion, and adherence...