Kolkata Residents Stop Water Pipe Work to Save Trees
Residents of New Alipore in Kolkata forced suspension of a KMC water pipe project after discovering workers damaged roots of mature trees. Civic officials intervened to save the trees.
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Kolhapur Aims for Record Voter Turnout in Municipal Polls
Kolhapur anticipates a strong turnout in Thursday's municipal elections, with 4,060 new Gen Z voters and a total of 4,94,711 expected to vote. The administration hopes to surpass the 70% turnout from 2015.
Kolkata Residents Stop KMC Digging to Save Trees in New Alipore
Residents of New Alipore in Kolkata protested and stopped KMC workers from digging near trees, fearing storm damage. Officials promised corrective action.
Kolhapur KMC Polls: 29 Candidates Have Criminal Cases
Analysis of 327 candidates in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation polls reveals 29 with criminal cases, while education levels range from PhD to Std III. Most parties avoid fielding candidates with criminal backgrounds.
Kolkata: 27 Rooftop Restaurants Fail Fire Safety Upgrade
Kolkata Municipal Corporation identifies 27 rooftop restaurants violating fire safety norms. Joint inspection team finds multiple anomalies, issues 15-day notices for compliance.
Kolkata Crematorium Mix-Up: Family Denied Mother's Ashes
A Kolkata trader files an FIR after KMC staff at Nimtala Ghat allegedly mix up cremation furnaces, failing to provide his mother's ashes. Read the full story of negligence and emotional distress.
KMC Fast-Tracks Hrishikesh Park Drainage Station for Monsoon
Kolkata Municipal Corporation accelerates construction of a high-tech drainage pumping station at Hrishikesh Park to relieve waterlogging in north-central areas before the monsoon. #Kolkata #Waterlogging
Ward boundary confusion disrupts Kolhapur civic polls
Confusion over new ward boundaries in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections is causing candidates to campaign in wrong areas, wasting time and resources. Read about the impact of the four-member ward system.
Mahayuti's Kolhapur manifesto promises IT park, 200 e-buses
Mahayuti alliance releases KMC election manifesto, pledging a new civic building, 200 electric buses, an IT park, and Panchaganga River cleanup. Key ministers outline Rs 1400 crore development plans.
National Review of Urban Disease Surveillance in Nagpur
The Union Health Ministry reviewed urban disease surveillance in Nagpur. The meeting aimed to strengthen early detection and response to health threats in 20 Indian cities.
Congress Kolhapur Manifesto: Free Bus Rides for Girls, Tax Reform
Congress released its Kolhapur Municipal Corporation manifesto, promising free bus rides for female students, women's health cover, and tax reforms. BJP questions timing. Read the full agenda.
Infant's life saved after peanut blocks airway in Mangaluru
A 10-month-old infant faced a life-threatening airway emergency due to a peanut. KMC Hospital Mangaluru's timely bronchoscopic intervention saved the child. Learn crucial safety tips for parents.
Nagpur MSU's Disease Surveillance Praised at National Meet
Nagpur's Metropolitan Surveillance Unit was highlighted as a best practice for swift urban disease response during a national review meeting. Learn how their model can strengthen India's health infrastructure.
Park Circus Market Rebuild Faces Trader Resistance
KMC seeks a foolproof plan to rebuild the unsafe Park Circus market after a 2022 accident. Traders, fearing business loss, refuse to shift to a temporary location. The stalemate continues as authorities aim for a 2028 completion.
Kolkata Voters Rush for Domicile Certificates Amid Row
Hundreds queue at KMC for domicile certificates despite EC-state govt standoff. Voters like Sakina Begum face hurdles to prove residency. Get the full story on the SIR hearing controversy.
KMC to Demolish 300 Unsafe Buildings Across Kolkata
Kolkata Municipal Corporation launches a major drive to demolish 300 dilapidated buildings, using special powers to prevent monsoon tragedies. Owners offered extra FAR for reconstruction.
Congress Alleges Rs 500 Cr Kolhapur Land Scam
Congress MLC Satej Patil accuses Maharashtra govt of giving prime land worth Rs 500 crore for just Rs 30 crore to a society linked to a JSS MLA. Read the full story and political fallout.
Kolkata's Burrabazar water crisis set for relief
Kolkata Municipal Corporation plans to replace a cracked pipe in Burrabazar-BBD Bag belt to solve the water crisis. Work awaits traffic police nod, targeting completion by January end.
Hubballi Protests After Dalit Woman Murder, Accused Dies
Tension gripped Hubballi after the murder of a Hindu-Dalit woman, Ranjita Bansode. Protests at KMC RI Hospital subsided only after the accused, Rafiq Imamsab, died by suicide. Police deployed 1,000 personnel.
Kolkata Pushes for Emergency Canal Dredging to Avert Floods
Kolkata Municipal Corporation urges immediate dredging of key outfall canals after drone survey reveals heavy siltation. Action needed to prevent urban flooding during monsoons.
Kolhapur Civic Polls: 543 Candidates Finalized
Rebel candidates in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections go 'unreachable' to avoid withdrawal pressure. 543 candidates remain after 274 withdrawals. Key details inside.
Kolkata Water Alert: KMC Tightens Safety After Indore Tragedy
Following 10 deaths in Indore from contaminated water, Kolkata's civic body orders stringent lab tests at all major treatment plants and booster stations to ensure safe drinking water.
Kolhapur Civic Polls: Door-to-Door Campaigning Begins
With 14 days left for Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections, candidates start door-to-door campaigns, seek blessings at Mahalaxmi Temple. Read about the key promises and political strategies.
Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections see 813 nominations
A total of 813 candidates have filed nominations for the 81-seat Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections. Scrutiny led to 21 disqualifications, mirroring 2015's high contestant numbers. Read the latest updates.
HC Allows Renovation of Dilapidated Kolkata Building Despite Civil Suit
Calcutta High Court prioritizes public safety, allows renovation of a dangerous building declared unsafe by KMC, overriding a civil ownership dispute. Read the full ruling details.
First Govt Hospital IVF Centre Starts in Karnataka
Karnataka's first government hospital IVF centre is operational at KMC-RI, Hubballi. Using a PPP model, it aims to provide affordable fertility treatment. Read more.
Newborn with Congenital Abnormalities Dies in Hubballi
A newborn baby boy from Kukanur taluk, suffering from protruding intestines and kidney issues, passed away at KMC-RI Hospital in Hubballi. Read the full story of the emergency medical transfer and treatment.
KMC Directs Agency to Speed Up Tree Planting at McPherson Square
Following a Calcutta High Court directive, Kolkata Municipal Corporation pushes for expedited planting of 50 large trees at McPherson Square to compensate for illegal felling. Read about the re-greening initiative and the controversy.
China Uses US Tech to Surveil Tibetans in Nepal
China tightens control over Tibetans in Nepal with advanced US-made surveillance cameras. Report reveals extensive monitoring of community activities and key locations.
Kolkata Intensifies Fire Safety Checks for Festive Season
Kolkata Municipal Corporation and fire services launch special surveillance drives at hotels, bars, and restaurants during Christmas and New Year to ensure fire safety compliance. Mayor Firhad Hakim warns of strict action for violations.
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