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Mysuru: Mysuru deputy commissioner Lakshmikanth Reddy G Wednesday urged residents to complete self-enumeration before April 15 for smooth and swift census implementation.Speaking to reporters at the DC's office, Reddy said in preparation for the 2027 census, which will be held in two phases - from April 1 to May 15 and again in Feb 2027 - self-enumeration has already started. During this phase, the public can share information online. Reddy assured that all information shared online is safe, as already clarified by the Registrar General of India. The DC further said there are 33 questions to answer, which can be done on https://se.census.gov.in in less than five minutes. Once the self-enumeration process ends, trained enumerators will start house-listing from April 15-May 15. All those who complete self-enumeration will receive a unique code that will have to be shared with the enumerators. Around 7,748 enumerators, including teachers and employees from various govt agencies, have been roped in for the census. Responding to a query, Reddy said in case any correction needs to be carried out after receiving the unique code, the enumerator must be informed during house visit. The census, which occurs every 10 years, was scheduled for 2021, but was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Guwahati, Jun 5 (PTI) The Assam Congress on Thursday demanded a CBI inquiry into alleged illegal stone mining in Karbi Anglong district in violation of a Supreme Court order. Addressing a press conference here, former Rajya Sabha member Ripun Bora also alleged that Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council Chief Executive Member Tuliram Ronghang was allowing illegal activities in the district in nexus with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. "Large-scale illegal stone mining is taking place in the hills of Karbi Anglong in violation of the Supreme Court order. The SC had banned mining in and around K ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (AP) -- India will start counting its vast population in a mammoth exercise starting next year. The first census in 16 years will be conducted digitally and include controversial questions about caste for the first time since independence. The Home Ministry announced plans to conduct a two-stage count ending March 1, 2027, in a statement Wednesday night. India's last official census in 2011 counted 1.21 billion people. The country's population is now estimated to be well over 1.4 billion, making it the world's most populous country, according to the U.N.'s Department of Economic an ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Centre has asked the states and union territories to make any proposed changes in the boundaries of administrative jurisdictions before December 31, 2025, when they will freeze for the Census-2027 exercise and the first phase of the decadal population count will begin on April 1 next year, according to a communication sent by the registrar general and census commissioner of India, Mritunjay Kumar Narayan, on June 27. The freezing means the states/UTs won't be able to change the boundaries of districts, towns, villages and tehsils post December 31. The Census can be conducted on ...Read More >
New Delhi: The house-listing operations for the forthcoming census will begin from Apr. 1, 2026, marking the start of the first phase of the decennial exercise, the Registrar General of India has said. In a letter to Chief Secretaries of States and Union Territories, Census Commissioner and Registrar General of India Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan said the House-listing Operations and Housing Census shall begin on Apr. 1, 2026. Before that the appointment of supervisors, enumerators and work distribution among them shall be done with cooperation from States and District Administrations, it said. ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Congress on Monday cited Census Commissioner Mritunjay Kumar Narayan's remarks that many Census data sets will be published in 2027 itself to claim that the grounds on which Constitution amendment bills are being sought to be "bulldozed" through Parliament are "false". In a post on X, the Congress general secretary in-charge of communications, Jairam Ramesh, said, "Constitution amendment Bills are being sought to be bulldozed through in the next few days on the grounds that Census results will not be available since 2029." "This information given by the RG&CCI proves that thes ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to maintain administrative continuity during the nationwide exercise, the Odisha government has prohibited the transfer of officers and staff involved in the upcoming Census 2027 until its completion in March 2027. Additional Chief Secretary of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Arabinda Kumar Padhee, has issued a formal directive to all departmental secretaries, heads of departments, district collectors, municipal commissioners, and chief census officers, outlining the operational guidelines and stressing the need for uninterrupted support. This move comes ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla participated in Census 2027 on Friday by completing his self-enumeration registration at his residence, and stated that the process is highly secure, accurate, and user-friendly. After completing the process in the presence of Registrar General of India Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan, Birla expressed that this national Census signifies the beginning of a new era. For the first time, the entire process is being conducted digitally, allowing every citizen to conveniently record their household details independently. "Census of India - 2027' has officia ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Oct 16: The pre-test exercise for the first phase of Population Census 2027, which will include Houselisting and Housing census, shall be conducted in select sample areas in all the states and Union territories from November 10-30, 2025, a top official said on Friday. In a gazette notification, Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan, said an option for self-enumeration will also be available from November 1-7. The pre-test exercise tests the efficacy of the Census to be conducted between April 1, 2026, and February 28, 2027, in two phases -- H ...Read More >
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season has barely begun, but it has already delivered its first major controversy. Following Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) six-wicket defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium, a pointed remark from captain Ajinkya Rahane has triggered a wider debate - forcing Cricket Australia (CA) to step in with a clarification. At the centre of the storm is Cameron Green, KKR's high-profile signing worth INR 25.20 crore, who did not bowl a single over despite MI's dominant chase of 220. KKR seemed in control after posting a commanding 220/4, but the script ...Read More >
Patna (Bihar) [India] June 6 (ANI): Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi attended the 'Samvidhan Sabha' in Rajgir, Nalanda, on Friday. Addressing the gathering, Gandhi emphasised the need for a caste census and criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stance on the issue. He questioned PM Modi's claim of being an OBC while asserting that the BJP denies the existence of caste in India, emphasising the need for a genuine caste census. 'Narendra Modi used to say in every speech, I am OBC. Then, on the caste census, they say that there is no caste in India. If there is ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 15 (PTI) Two people died and four others were injured after a fire broke out at a house in east Delhi's Old Govindpura area on Tuesday evening, an official said. Police have identified the deceased as Tanveer (28) and Nusrat. A call was received at Jagatpuri police station at 8.46 pm regarding a fire incident at Band Gali, Old Govindpura, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Shahdara) Prashant Gautam said. When a police team reached the spot, it found that 10 people were trapped inside a residential building that caught fire, the DCP said. With the help of police personnel and fir ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (AP) -- India has begun the world's largest national population count, which could reshape welfare programs and political representation across the country. The previous census in 2011 recorded a population of 1.21 billion. It's now estimated to be more than 1.4 billion, making India the most populous nation. The new census had been planned for 2021 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and logistical challenges. Here's how India's census works and why it is significant: The first phase of the count started Wednesday and will roll out around the country through September ...Read More >
DELHI, India -- More than three million officials have begun India's latest national census, a yearlong exercise expected to influence welfare policies and political representation in the world's most populous country. The census, launched on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, will run until March 31 next year. It marks the first such nationwide count in more than a decade, following delays caused in part by the Covid-19 pandemic. Authorities said the enumeration will take place in two phases. In the first stage, census workers will spend about a month gathering information on housing conditions and ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Former head of Air India and chairman of the Railway Board Ashwani Lohani is the new Prime Ministers Museum and Library (PMML) director. The official order for his appointment was issued on Wednesday. A 1980-batch officer of the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineering (IRSME), Lohani is known for turning around various organisations during his illustrious career. Following his retirement from IRSME service, he joined the GMR Group as the CEO. According to the order dated June 4, his appointment to the post of director, Prime Ministers Museum and Library in the rank and pa ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 7: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Saturday, congratulated the University of Kashmir for getting an A++ grade in the NAAC inspection. The Lt Governor extended his heartiest congratulations to the Vice Chancellor, faculty, staff, and students of the University of Kashmir for attaining the prestigious A++ Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and securing an outstanding Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.68 on a seven-point scale. Calling it a proud moment for J&K UT, the Lt Governor said, "The A++ Grade places the Un ...Read More >
India's 1st Digital Census From April 1: You can log into the official self-enumeration portal using your mobile number and enter your details India is set to launch its first-ever fully digital census starting tomorrow, 1 April 2026. This 16th national census and the 8th since independence replaces the traditional paper-based methods with mobile applications and a web-based self-enumeration portal. What makes it unique? How can you enter your data? News18 explains THE TWO PHASES OF THE CENSUS The census will be conducted in two main phases across the country, with the Union Cabinet approv ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (AP) - India has begun the world´s largest national population count, which could reshape welfare programs and political representation across the country. The previous census in 2011 recorded a population of 1.21 billion. It's now estimated to be more than 1.4 billion, making India the most populous nation. The new census had been planned for 2021 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and logistical challenges. Here´s how India´s census works and why it is significant: The first phase of the count started Wednesday and will roll out around the country through September. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday participated in the self-enumeration initiative for Census 2027 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, her office said. The census is being conducted in digital mode for the first time in the country. Murmu self-enumerated her household details in the portal (se.census.gov.in) in the presence of Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India Mritunjay Kumar Narayan and other senior officials, the President's office said in a post on X. Vice President C P Radhakrishnan also submitted the self-enumeration form o ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday took part in the first self-enumeration exercise in India's census history, which began in the national capital and seven other states and UTs giving an option to citizens to submit their information through a special web portal. The first citizen of the country self-enumerated on the SE portal(se.census.gov.in) where she filled all her details in Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of Home Secretary Govind Mohan and Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan and Deput ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Registrar General of India (RGI) on Thursday said stern action will be taken against any official or employee found violating rules or negligence of duty during the first phase of the Census. Confirming this to ETV Bharat here on Thursday, a senior official from the RGI said, "Yes a circular has been issued in this direction." The circular issued to the Directorate of Census Operations across the country, states that the officials could face up to three years in jail. Additionally, members of the public who do not cooperate with the Census may also face fines and legal action. ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a key development regarding the Census 2027, the government of India has asked states and Union Territories to make any proposed changes in the boundaries of administrative units before December 31, when they will be considered final for the census exercise. In a letter to all states and Union Territories, Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India Mritunjay Kumar Narayan has said that for the Census, all villages and towns are divided into uniform enumeration blocks and for each block, an enumerator is assigned to avoid any miss or repetition during the population count ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday ruled out any talks with Maoists and said the cadre of the proscribed outfit should give up arms, surrender before police, and join the mainstream. Addressing a rally after inaugurating the National Headquarters of the Turmeric Board in Nizamabad in Telangana, Shah also said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who is still raising questions on Operation Sindoor, should see the weak appearance of Pakistan to understand the effectiveness of the Operation. "Congress asks (the Centre) to hold discussions with these people (Maoists). Our government's p ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 30 (PTI) West Bengal has not yet issued the notification for conducting the Census, and the issue has been raised with the state, Registrar General of India and Census Commissioner, Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan said on Monday. Asked about West Bengal, he said we have until September 30 to complete the first-phase process. "West Bengal has not issued the notification for conducting the Census. We have raised this issue with them. It is expected that they will issue the notification soon, as it is a legally mandated exercise. We have time till September 30 for the first phase of t ...Read More >
New Delhi: The first phase of the Census 2027 is beginning, making the exercise as the world's largest and first to be fully digital in the country. This the 16th overall and eighth after India's independence in 1947. The last time the census was held was in 2011. The census will be held in two phases. The with the total expenditure for the entire expenditure is expected to be around Rs 11,718.24 crore. While the first phase will be between April to September this year. The second phase will be held in February next year. Notably, the authorities will collect information related to the condi ...Read More >
New Delhi: India has begun the world's largest national population count, which could reshape welfare programs and political representation across the country. The previous census in 2011 recorded a population of 1.21 billion. It's now estimated to be more than 1.4 billion, making India the most populous nation . The new census had been planned for 2021 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and logistical challenges. Here's how India's census works and why it is significant: Counting more than 1.4 billion people The first phase of the count started Wednesday and will roll out around ...Read More >
Census 2027: India's largest data exercise returns with digital tools and caste focus | Illustration: Binay Sinha After a nearly six-year delay, India's decennial census is finally back on the agenda. It would be conducted in two phases along with the enumeration of castes. India's population census is expected to be released on March 1, 2027. Here is everything known so far. What is the census and why it matters India's census is the largest population count in the world, conducted every 10 years by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, under the Ministry of Home Aff ...Read More >
New Delhi: India registered 8.6 million deaths in 2022, the least deadly year of the Covid-19 pandemic. This represents a 15% decline from 2021, the deadliest pandemic year, with the death rate likely returning to pre-pandemic levels. This suggests mortality was normalising as Covid-19 infections became less severe and vaccines were deployed. However, signs of health system stress persisted due to the virus. Excess deaths, or the surplus over the number of deaths that would have happened at the death rate seen in 2019, were higher than the Covid-19 tally issued by states in 2022. This suggest ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 7 (PTI) A special dedicated web portal will be launched for self-enumeration during the upcoming Census, which will be available for both phases of the national enumeration exercise, officials said Monday. In the country's first digital census, enumerators will collect the data of citizens using mobile applications on their Android and Apple phones, they said. It will also be the first time in the country that citizens will get a chance to self-enumerate through a dedicated web portal which will be available for both the phases of Census - Houselisting and Housing Census (HLO) ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 17 (ANI): The Centre has decided to conduct the pre-test for the first phase of the Census 2027 from November 10 to 30, covering the household listing and housing census in selected sample areas across all states and Union Territories (UTs). Also Read | Indian Embassy Intervenes for Repatriation of Mohammed Ahmed, Urges Putin Government To Ensure Discharge After Hyderabad Man Duped Into Joining Russian Army. Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) made the declaration through a notification extending the provisions of the Census Act, 1948, to facilitate the pre-test for the ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: India will launch the world's largest census on Wednesday, with more than three million officials to take part in a vast counting exercise over the next year. The South Asian nation, home to an estimated 1.4 billion people, faces mounting challenges in providing electricity, food and housing to its growing population. Many of its sprawling megacities are already grappling with water shortages, air and water pollution, and overcrowded slums. India's government calls the $1.24 billion count a "gigantic exercise of national importance" that could support "inclusive governance and ev ...Read More >