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Panchayat elections to be held in April: Assam Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass

Guwahati, March 25: Assam Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Ranjeet Kumar Dass on Tuesday said that the Panchayat elections in the state will be held in the month of April.

Gujarat CM participates in Shiva Panchayat Pran Pratishtha festival in Vadnagar

Gandhinagar, March 24: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel participated in the three-day Shiva Panchayat Pran Pratishtha Mahotsav in Vadnagar, offering prayers and inaugurating key religious projects at the historic Hatkeshwar Mahadev Temple.

'Dupahiya' director feels flattered the show's being compared to 'Panchayat'

Mumbai, March 20: Sonam Nair, director of the show “Dupahiya”, is happy that her latest show is being compared to the successful series “Panchayat”, which she says is a “compliment”.

'Panchayat' makers team up with Ministry of Panchayati Raj to create engaging, message-driven rural content

Mumbai, March 19: The makers of the superhit streaming show 'Panchayat' have joined forces with the Ministry of Panchayati Raj to portray rural development through their sketches. The partnership aims to bring compelling narratives highlighting key rural development initiatives.

Centre releases grants worth Rs 620 crore for rural local bodies in Maharashtra

New Delhi, March 18: The Centre on Tuesday said that it has released Rs 620 crore under the 15th Finance Commission during 2024–25 for the rural local bodies in Maharashtra.

Tripura: Booklet on beneficiary schemes released by Social Welfare and Social Education minister

Agartala, March 12: The Department of Social Welfare and Social Education on Tuesday organised a special program to unveil a comprehensive booklet detailing various beneficiary schemes available to the public. The recent booklet event was organised at the Pragna Bhawan Agartala, Tripura.

IIFA 2025: Jitendra Kumar talks about 'Panchayat' season 4, IIFA being held on home turf

Mumbai, March 9: Actor Jitendra Kumar, who is known for his work in the hit streaming show 'Panchayat', has spoken up about the fourth season, and the ongoing edition of IIFA being held on his home turf of Rajasthan.

Lady Sarpanch of Gujarat's Kunaria transforms village with vision and dedication

Bhuj, March 8: Kunaria, a picturesque village in Bhuj tehsil of Gujarat, once made famous by the Bollywood film 'Lagaan', has earned new renown for its vibrant community and progressive outlook.

Tripura: Govt strengthening Panchayats for sustainable development, says CM Manik Saha

Agartala, March 8: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said the state government has given "special importance to strengthening the Panchayat system" and is working to ensure the sustainable development of every Panchayat in the coming days.

Tripura govt strengthening Panchayat Raj system for sustainable development: CM Saha

Agartala, March 7: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday said that the state government has given special importance to strengthen the Panchayati Raj system and is working with the aim of ensuring the sustainable development of every village in the coming days.

Union Minister Annpurna Devi hosts special dinner to celebrate grassroots women leaders

New Delhi, March 5: Union Minister of Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi, hosted a special dinner at her residence to honour Women Panchayat Leaders and Sarpanch from Jharkhand on Wednesday, according to the Ministry of Women and Child Development.

Naveen Patnaik accuses Odisha govt of trying to erase Biju Babu's glorious legacy

Bhubaneswar, March 5: Leader of Opposition in Odisha Assembly and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Wednesday made a blistering attack on the BJP-led state government accusing it of trying to erase the legacy of legendary Biju Patnaik, fondly known as Biju Babu.

PM Modi pays tribute to Biju Patnaik on his 109th birth anniversary

Bhubaneswar, March 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid homage to former Odisha Chief Minister Bijayananda Patnaik, fondly known as Biju Babu, on his 109th birth anniversary.

Congress alleges disrespect to Biju Patnaik after Odisha govt changes Panchayati Raj Day date

Bhubaneswar, March 5: Congress has criticised the Odisha government after it announced to change the date of Panchayati Raj Day from March 5 to April 24.

Odisha CM invites LoP Naveen Patnaik to join Biju Patnaik's birth anniversary celebrations

Bhubaneswar, March 4: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has invited the Leader of Opposition, Naveen Patnaik, to join the state-level celebrations marking the birth anniversary of legendary leader Biju Patnaik, scheduled to take place at Jayadev Bhavan in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday.

BJD to hold protest on March 6 against BJP govt's decision to observe Panchayati Raj Diwas on April 24

Bhubaneswar, March 4: Amidst the controversy over the rescheduling of celebration of Panchayati Raj Divas by the Odisha government, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Tuesday announced to hold state-wide protests across the state on March 6 against the government's decision.

BJD, BJP spar over moving Panchayati Raj Diwas to April 24 from March 5

Bhubaneswar, March 4: Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Chief Minister Mohan Majhi-led Odisha government, accusing it of disrespecting former Chief Minister late Biju Patnaik by deciding to observe Panchayati Raj Diwas on April 24 instead of March 5, the birth anniversary of the legendary leader.

Odisha to celebrate Panchayati Raj Diwas on April 24

Bhubaneswar, March 3: The Odisha government announced on Monday that the annual Panchayati Raj Diwas will now be celebrated in the state on April 24, instead of March 5, which marks the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik.

Biju Patnaik's birth anniversary no longer be celebrated as Panchayati Raj Diwas in Odisha: Govt

Bhubaneswar, March 4: The Odisha government will celebrate the Panchayati Raj Diwas on April 24 instead of observing the same on March 5, the birth anniversary of former chief minister Biju Patnaik, according to an official statement.

BJD expresses displeasure over Odisha govt's indifference towards observing Panchayati Raj Diwas

Bhubaneswar, March 3: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Monday demanded immediate intervention of the state government for the observance of Panchayati Raj Diwas on March 5, the birth anniversary of former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik.

Centre releases grants worth Rs 699 crore for rural local bodies in West Bengal

New Delhi, March 3: The government on Monday released grants worth Rs 699 crore for rural local bodies in West Bengal under the 15th Finance Commission.

Panchayati Raj Ministry to launch Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan on March 4, 2025

New Delhi, March 2: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is organizing a National Workshop of Women Elected Representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions wherein "Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan" will be launched on 4th March 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, the ministry said in a release on Sunday.

Centre to launch drive to strengthen women panchayat leaders

New Delhi, March 2: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is organising a national workshop of elected women representatives of Panchayati Raj institutions in which 'Sashakt Panchayat-Netri Abhiyan' will be launched, to strengthen their role in governance, on March 4 at Vigyan Bhawan in the national capital, according to an official statement issued on Sunday.

Four Himachal villages to rein in buildout plans near UNESCO site

Shimla, Feb 28: For the first time, to regulate unprecedented tourism development in the countryside, four gram panchayats that fall in the biodiversity-rich Tirthan Valley, adjacent to the UNESCO site Great Himalayan National Park in Kullu district, have evolved and adopted a vision document under the Himachal Panchayati Raj Act.

CM Dhami provides appointment letters to 126 newly selected Gram Panchayat Development Officers

Dehradun, February 27: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday provided appointment letters to 126 newly appointed Gram Panchayat Development Officers under the Panchayati Raj Department at the Mukhya Sewak Sadan located at the Chief Minister's residence.

Centre releases Rs 1,086 crore for Rural Local Bodies in Bihar, Haryana, Sikkim

New Delhi, Feb 19: The Centre on Wednesday released grants to the tune of Rs 1,086.06 crore under the Fifteenth Finance Commission to the Rural Local Bodies of Bihar, Haryana and Sikkim for financial year 2024–25.

Centre releases over Rs 562 crore to bolster rural local bodies in Punjab, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh

New Delhi, Feb 18: The Central government on Tuesday released the 15th Finance Commission grants (financial year 2024–25) for rural local bodies in Punjab, Uttarakhand and Chhattisgarh to help the states further strengthen grassroots democracy.

Rajasthan Minister in Kerala for educational tour

Jaipur, Feb 13: A delegation from the Rajasthan government, led by State Panchayati Raj Minister Madan Dilawar, embarked on an educational tour to Kerala to explore advancements in the Panchayati Raj system.

Bilaspur Panchayats take stand against drug abuse; target families of offenders

Bilaspur (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 13: In a groundbreaking move to combat the escalating drug crisis in Himachal Pradesh, Panchayat representatives in Bilaspur district have taken a firm stance against the deadly drug trade, specifically targeting the smuggling of 'Chitta (a synthetic drug made from heroin).'

Panchayats will play crucial role in Simhastha's preparation, says MP CM

Ujjain, Feb 11: As the arrangements for Simhastha 2028 will be extended to the rural areas of Ujjain, the state government has decided to involve gram panchayats to ensure better preparation.

'Panchayat' star Jitendra Kumar talks about Sooraj R. Barjatya's Bada Naam Karenge

Mumbai, Feb 7: “Panchayat” star Jitendra Kumar, who is popularly known as Jeetu Bhaiya, is set to make a special appearance in filmmaker Sooraj R. Barjatya's “Bada Naam Karenge”, marking his first collaboration with the Rajshri Productions.

Vishal Dadlani calls Anurag Saikia 'one of the most progressive and unique composers'

Mumbai, Feb 6: Music composer Vishal Dadlani has lavished praise on fellow composer Anurag Saikia of 'Panchayat' fame. Vishal called Anurag one of the most progressive music composers of his generation.

Actor Jitendra Kumar talks about his love for romantic roles, Sachiv Ji's return in 'Panchayat 4'

New Delhi, February 6: Actor Jitendra Kumar has carved a niche for himself with his acting skills and portrayal of relatable characters.

Panchayat election postponement: Rajasthan govt seeks more time from HC

Jaipur, Feb 4: The Rajasthan government on Tuesday sought additional time from the High Court to submit its response regarding the postponement of elections in 6,759 Gram Panchayats.

Odisha govt issues guidelines for 'Bikashita Gaon Bikashita Odisha' scheme

Bhubaneswar, Jan 30: The Odisha government has issued guidelines for the implementation of "Bikashita Gaon Bikashita Odisha" (BGBO) scheme that aims to give a significant boost to the rural economy through development of infrastructure.

Odisha govt constitutes Sixth State Finance Commission

Bhubaneswar, Jan 22: The Odisha government on Wednesday constituted the 6th State Finance Commission(SFC). The Odisha Finance Department has issued a formal notification regarding the formation of the 6th SFC under the Chairmanship of retired IAS officer, Arun Kumar Panda.

Big B meets 'Vidhayak ji' for this cause

Mumbai, Jan 22: Amitabh Bachchan and Pankaj Jha, who plays Vidhayak Ji in the popular "Panchayat" series recently came together for an interesting social media post. The advertisement was part of an initiative to create awareness regarding online financial scams.

Telegu comedy-drama 'Sivarapalli' to be out on this date

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