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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 AINRC and BJP parties have commenced discussions regarding seat-sharing arrangements for the upcoming Puducherry Assembly elections.
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 Communist Party of India (CPI) has criticized the Puducherry government for including non-Muslim members in the Waqf Board, sparking controversy.
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.
The DMK has criticized the Puducherry government regarding the formation of a new Waqf Board.
A seven-member Waqf Board has been constituted in Puducherry after an 11-year hiatus, with AINRC member V.P. Abdul Rahman appointed as chairperson.
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.
Classes will not be held in schools, but the board examination will be held as per schedule, a release stated
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for various development projects totaling ₹1,571 crore in Puducherry.
India's Union Minister announced in Puducherry that the e-rupee project for food grain subsidy will be expanded across the country.
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.
Medical experts gathered in Puducherry to discuss the latest advancements and developments in the field of gynaecological oncology.
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.
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.
The Congress party is currently awaiting a response from the DMK to initiate seat-sharing discussions for the upcoming elections in Puducherry.
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 Central government has released ₹64 crore under the SASCI scheme for the development of the PM Ekta Mall project in Puducherry.
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 Chief Electoral Offcer urged political parties to abide by the MCC and extend their co-operation for conduct of free, fair, and peaceful election
Left parties and the VCK have announced plans to organize a protest against the ruling AINRC-BJP coalition government in Puducherry on March 23.
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
Congress party leaders convened a meeting with party functionaries in Puducherry to discuss various organizational matters and strategies.
The party also urged the Centre to waive Puducherry’s legacy loan and provide assistance to revive the defunct textile mills
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.
The BJP's strategy comes ahead of assembly elections in five states: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry.
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
New postings have been announced for officials in Puducherry.
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.