Vasantrao Chavan, a veteran Congress leader and Member of Parliament representing Nanded constituency, passed away at the age of 70 after battling a prolonged illness. Despite facing desertions and ill health, he won the Lok Sabha seat in the recent elections and thanked former Chief Minister Ashok Chavan for joining BJP. He held multiple positions of importance in Nanded, including as a gram panchayat member, zilla parishad member, and chairman of Nanded District Central Cooperative Bank.
Six women leaders from Gram Panchayats in Karnataka have been invited as special guests to participate in the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in New Delhi. These women have been recognized for their remarkable contributions towards good governance, environmental care, and social responsibilities in their respective communities. This recognition not only highlights their individual achievements but also reflects the state's commitment to women empowerment and grassroots development.
The Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics will be recognized and honored at the 78th Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi. In addition to this, special guests have been invited, including students benefiting from the Atal Innovation Mission, workers of the Border Roads Organisation, and sarpanches of the gram panchayats. This event is a testament to India's growth and progress in the field of sports.
As India prepares to celebrate its 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited 6,000 special guests to witness the festivities. These guests represent various sectors of Indian society, including students benefiting from government initiatives and schemes, workers of the Border Roads Organisation, sarpanches of gram panchayats, tribal artisans and entrepreneurs, and members of women empowerment programs. With the theme of 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047', the celebration will serve as a platform to highlight the country's progress and efforts towards becoming a developed nation by 2047.
During a two-day meeting in Guwahati, the BJP announced its plans to contest and win both vacant Rajya Sabha seats in Assam. State BJP President Bhabesh Kalita expressed confidence in the party's chances and the support from other NDA partners. A crucial meeting is scheduled for tomorrow with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, where strategies for the upcoming panchayat and Rajya Sabha polls will be discussed. Additionally, Kalita raised concerns about the safety of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh and criticized the Congress for its silence on the issue.
The State Election Commission of Tripura has announced that it will publish the results of the three-tier Panchayat elections on its official website, allowing citizens to view them in real-time. This move is a significant step forward in enhancing transparency and providing timely information to the public. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party has already won a majority of seats uncontested in the state's panchayat system.
In an explosive semi-final match, St Savio Calangute of Goa secured an impressive victory over Nerul Sports Club, earning a spot in the finals of the 2nd Rosary Cup in Mandrem. St Savio took an early lead with a goal from Mervin Dsouza in the first half, and continued to dominate with goals from Richard Cardoz and Pedro Gonsalves in the second half. Fasel D'Souza sealed the win for St Savio with a final goal in the 65th minute. In recognition of his outstanding performance, Gauresh Desai of St Savio was named man-of-the-match. Don't miss the thrilling final match at the Mandrem village panchayat ground.
The continuous monsoon rains in Bihar have caused yet another infrastructure collapse, as a culvert in Sapahi village of Bagaha subdivision collapsed on Monday. This has disrupted the lives of residents in 25 villages across three panchayats and has raised concerns about the poor quality of infrastructure development in the state. While villagers blame corruption and malpractices, government officials have been alerted to rising water levels of the Gandak River, posing a potential flood threat in the region. This is the 14th collapse of a bridge or culvert in Bihar since June.
Amid criticism of the Election Commission during the Lok Sabha elections, the Opposition INDIA bloc has continued their criticism in Parliament. Akhilesh Yadav of the Samajwadi Party stated that he does not trust EVMs even if he wins all 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh, while Congress's K C Venugopal called the ECI a "frontal organization" of the BJP. RJD's Manoj Jha also questioned the credibility of the ECI, comparing it to the village head in the popular TV series "Panchayat". The Opposition had previously targeted the EC over allegations of "faulty" electoral rolls and delay in turnout data, with the CEC stating the result was a vindication of the poll panel's impartiality.
Minister of Panchayat and Rural Development Prahlad Patel honored the legacy of Rani Durgavati, a celebrated figure in Madhya Pradesh's history, on her 461st martyrdom anniversary. Emphasizing her bravery and contributions to society, Patel paid floral tributes at her memorial in Jabalpur, where she ruled as queen of the Gondwana Kingdom. Beyond her military exploits, Rani Durgavati's lasting impact on the community was also highlighted, as she played a pivotal role in developing the region's water resources.