NC-led govt undermining democratic institutions: Mufti

Last Updated: Tuesday, October 2, 2012, 21:45

PDP alleged the NC-led government was systematically eroding sanctity of democratic institutions like Panchayati Raj in Jammu and Kashmir.

J&K govt releases Rs 57 crore for Panchayati Raj institutions

Last Updated: Monday, October 1, 2012, 13:42

The Jammu and Kashmir government has released an amount of Rs 57 crore for creation of assets for the Panchayat Raj institutions.

WB: EC refuses to defer electoral roll revision

Last Updated: Sunday, September 30, 2012, 11:40

The Election Commission has rejected the request of West Bengal government for putting in abeyance the process of electoral revision of rolls starting on October 01.

All in favour of implementating 73rd amendment: Tara Chand

Last Updated: Friday, September 28, 2012, 23:48

J&K Deputy CM Tara Chand said the issue of empowerment of Panchayati Raj systems in the state should not be politicised as the government is committed to it.

J&K: PDP to bring resolution seeking more power for panchayats

Last Updated: Friday, September 28, 2012, 22:29

PDP said it will move a resolution during the coming autumn session of the J&K Assembly seeking more powers for Panchayati Raj institutions.

Killing of panchayat members an issue of concern: V Kishore Chandra Deo

Last Updated: Friday, September 28, 2012, 22:21

Expressing concern over killing of some sarpanches in J&K, Panchayati Raj Minister V Kishore Chandra Deo appealed to the state govt to provide adequate security to the elected panchayat members.

J&K govt directs to expedite relief to Panchayat members` kin

Last Updated: Friday, September 28, 2012, 16:14

Jammu and Kashmir government has directed Deputy Commissioners to expedite relief in favour of the families of slain Panchayati Raj members.

Rahul Gandhi vows to empower panchayats

Last Updated: Thursday, September 27, 2012, 17:34

Continuing his displeasure at some states not delegating power to panchayats, Rahul Gandhi has pledged that he will fight for empowerment of the rural bodies.

Need to delink panchayat affair from politics: Tarigami

Last Updated: Wednesday, September 26, 2012, 20:44

Expressing concern over the recent killing of a panchayat member in the state, J&K CPI(M) said there is the need to keep panchayat activities insulated from political issues.