The states of Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and the union territory of Puducherry are set to hold elections in April, with results expected on May 4, marking the first set of polls after a special intensive revision of electoral rolls.
The full schedule for the Puducherry Assembly elections in 2026 has been released, detailing a single phase of polling on April 9 and vote counting on May 4.
The fisheries sector in Puducherry is set to receive a significant infrastructure boost with projects worth ₹246 crore, including the expansion of the fishing harbour at Periyaveerampattinam.
The second edition of the Puducherry Bird Atlas has recorded a significant number of birds, documenting 33,000 individual birds across 174 species, highlighting the ecological importance of the region's wetlands.
The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) chief announced that the Congress party will lead a secular alliance in Puducherry, which will include the DMK.
A record one lakh lawyers are eligible to vote in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry elections this year, a significant increase from previous elections.
Subdued heat is expected to persist in most parts of Tamil Nadu until Sunday, with mist and fog lingering in some areas for two days, and light rain possible in isolated places.
The Election Commission has commended Puducherry for achieving a positive gender ratio across all Assembly segments, with officials noting a higher number of women electors consistent with the Union Territory's high sex ratio.
The Indian Centre is set to launch a pilot project in Puducherry to distribute food subsidies using programmable CBDC tokens (e-rupee) directly to beneficiaries' wallets.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has published the final electoral roll for Puducherry on February 14, 2026, following the statutory period for filing claims and objections.
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The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for Assembly elections in several states, with voting phases occurring in April. The upcoming polls are set against a backdrop of looming energy crisis concerns in the country.
Leaders from the Congress and DMK parties in Puducherry are meeting to discuss seat-sharing arrangements for the upcoming Assembly elections, amidst public claims by both parties to lead the INDIA bloc alliance.
Seat-sharing discussions have commenced between the Congress and DMK parties in Puducherry ahead of upcoming elections, as they work to finalize their alliance strategy.
A former Member of Parliament from Puducherry has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Madras High Court, seeking early conduct of local body elections in the Union Territory.
Former Chief Minister Narayanasamy announced that the Congress party will lead the alliance in the upcoming Puducherry Assembly election, emphasizing the party's past leadership in the Union Territory.
The U.T. government in Puducherry has launched an internship program for IT and ITES graduates, signing MoUs with 23 companies and selecting 145 students for the first phase.
In a touching reminder that integrity still thrives in everyday life, a roadside tender coconut seller in Puducherry has won hearts after returning a lost gold bracelet he found on a busy road.
The Election Commission is set to announce election dates for West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry after completing its visit to West Bengal, as the terms of their Assemblies end between May and June.
The Puducherry Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) chief stated that the Congress is willing to boycott the Puducherry polls over the Statehood issue if the Chief Minister takes the first step.
Security measures have been intensified in Puducherry ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, which comes days before the announcement of Assembly polls.
The Puducherry Lieutenant Governor announced a massive scheme aimed at strengthening irrigation canals in Karaikal, signaling a significant infrastructure development project.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar met with officials to review election arrangements in Puducherry and Tamil Nadu, emphasizing strict measures against electoral malpractice for upcoming polls.
A delegation led by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will visit Puducherry on Wednesday to review preparations for the upcoming Assembly polls, meeting with political parties and officials.
Police in Puducherry inspected tourist boats and requested the Tourism Department to implement regulations, including limiting boating hours and restricting services to shallow areas.
The Lieutenant Governor and Chief Minister of Puducherry have assured that they will examine the Justice Sasidharan Commission report, which was appointed to ascertain the proportion of OBCs for reserving seats in local body elections.
The Puducherry government is planning an integrated riverfront development project, estimated at ₹750 crore, to transform riverbanks into public spaces while preserving river ecology and promoting sustainable tourism.
The Central government has given its approval for the establishment of a multi-modal special economic zone and an IT special economic zone in Puducherry, with significant investment planned for their development.
AICC in-charge Girish Chodankar announced that the Congress party will lead the alliance for the upcoming Assembly polls in Puducherry, while leaving the leadership role to the DMK for elections in neighboring Tamil Nadu.
The Central agency took over the case after investigation by local police revealed potential implications affecting public health, economic security, and national interest
Prime Minister Modi expresses confidence in NDA retaining power in Puducherry after inaugurating projects worth ₹2,700 crore and criticizing the previous Congress-DMK government.
India's food minister launched a pilot project in Puducherry using e-rupee for food subsidies, enhancing transparency and efficiency in welfare delivery.
CEC says Puducherry now has a clean electoral roll with no eligible voter being left out and no ineligible elector finding place in the roll after SIR exercise
The CPI(M) has submitted a memorandum to the Puducherry Chief Secretary, urging the immediate conduct of local body elections, citing hampered development.
A Congress MP is pushing for the party to lead the alliance in Puducherry, citing a significant difference in vote share, raising questions about whether the DMK will concede.