Kandi Belt's 40-Year Canal Irrigation Drought Ends
After four decades, canal water finally flows into Punjab's arid Kandi region, reviving agriculture and hope for farmers. A landmark project brings long-awaited relief. Read the full story.
After four decades, canal water finally flows into Punjab's arid Kandi region, reviving agriculture and hope for farmers. A landmark project brings long-awaited relief. Read the full story.
Explore Udaipur, Rajasthan's White City. Uncover the history behind its marble palaces, serene lakes, and romantic allure. Plan your royal getaway today!
Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla accuses a local AAP leader of obstructing a crucial National Highway project. The delay impacts commuters and development. Read the full story.
Kerala government sanctions Rs 7.79 crore for Kadamakkudy Rural Backwater Tourism, aiming to boost local economy and infrastructure while preserving ecology. Discover the future of this island paradise.
Greater Bengaluru Authority and five city corporations launch redesigned logos and blue-green themed sustainable buildings. Nearly 1,000 concepts were evaluated for the new visual identity.
Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar reviewed three new hydroelectric projects on the Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to boost power generation and water management. Details inside.
Patna's state-of-the-art Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Science City is fast-tracking exhibit installations in three remaining galleries. The project, costing ~Rs 214 crore, aims for full completion by 2027. Explore the details.
Panchkula's PMDA sanctions a major Rs 12.9 crore project to reinforce Ghaggar riverbanks, based on IIT Roorkee's plan, to protect vulnerable sectors from seasonal floods. Read details.
Smart kiosks in Nagpur, part of a ₹500 crore project, stand abandoned and non-functional. Once digital guides, they are now symbols of neglect. Read about the failed promises and wasted public money.
Jalandhar's Guru Ravidass Chowk is set for a major transformation with a ₹21 lakh beautification project, including new gates and landscaping. Read more about the civic upgrade.
Ludhiana Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma announces an aggressive 2026 security blueprint featuring 1,268 new CCTVs and a digital database to track criminals. The plan builds on a year of record drug seizures and a 92.7% conviction rate.
Jaipur Development Authority launches a Rs 2.5 crore Eco Block project to recharge groundwater in Kalwar Road & Khirni Phatak. A first for the city, this tech promises sustainable water management. Read more.
Cabinet Secretary Somanathan reveals land acquisition is the top hurdle in PRAGATI projects. Govt rules out law change, stressing democratic balance. Over 3,300 projects worth ₹85 lakh crore reviewed.
Thiruvananthapuram corporation seeks Rs 5 crore to restore and expand the city's iconic Arteria wall paintings. New murals planned for April to revive public art heritage. Read more.
Banashankari's Safety Island in Bengaluru recorded the highest number of police SOS alerts in 2024. Discover the data, police response, and what this means for women's safety in the city.
The declaration of Amritsar's walled city as a 'holy city' has sparked light-hearted family debates about identity. Residents inside joke about being 'holy,' teasing relatives outside. Explore how policy shapes social bonds.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces a unique project for a Gurudwara, mosque, church, and Shiva temple along the Musi river to promote religious harmony. The DPR will be shared with MLAs for suggestions.
Bengaluru's ambitious 250-metre skydeck project is set for the Challaghatta-Bheemanakuppe area, the sixth and likely final location after years of delays due to aviation and legal hurdles. Explore the details.
Bhopal's SCADA system, promised in 2017 to prevent water crises like Indore's, remains unfinished. Key gaps in real-time monitoring persist, exposing safety risks. Discover the urgent need for action.
Thiruvananthapuram Mayor V V Rajesh insists KSRTC must honor the profit-sharing agreement for Smart City electric buses. The council will escalate the issue to the CM and Transport Minister.
A major 1200 MW hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh, close to the China border, receives crucial environmental clearance, boosting India's green energy and strategic infrastructure.
Mangaluru City Corporation may extend the deadline to clear 6.5 lakh tonnes of legacy waste at Pachanady. The Rs 56 crore biomining project, delayed by rains and initial issues, aims to resolve a crisis stemming from a 2019 garbage slide tragedy. Read mor
A major dispute erupts in Thiruvananthapuram over 113 electric buses. Mayor claims Centre's Smart City gift, Transport Minister says state spent Rs 500 crore. Who is right? Read the full story.
A flagship government infrastructure project is struggling with significant implementation delays, raising concerns about cost overruns and missed deadlines. Read the full report on the challenges and official response.
Bhopal's civic body plans to use eco-friendly cow dung paint for its annual beautification drive ahead of Swachh Bharat Mission Survey 2026. The move aims to boost rankings, create jobs, and promote sustainability.
A collision between two loco trains inside a tunnel at the THDC Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Chamoli injured 70 workers. Four remain hospitalized. Chief Minister Dhami monitors the situation.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani appoints lawyer Ramzi Kassem as NYC's top legal advisor. Kassem, a former Biden advisor and immigrant rights advocate, will assume the role on January 1. Read more.
Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation has unanimously abandoned the ambitious French-funded 24x7 water supply scheme. Councillors cite failed pilot, public disinterest, and political risks. Read the full story.
Thiruvananthapuram Mayor V V Rajesh demands KSRTC return 113 electric buses meant for Smart City project, citing contract violations. Corporation also launches probe into building rental irregularities.
Guwahati's crucial VIP Road is set for a major Rs 15.59 crore redevelopment into a pedestrian-friendly corridor. Work starts Jan next year. Read about the safety upgrades.