Chandigarh UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria advocates extending the mayor's tenure beyond one year, despite the Centre stating no proposal is under consideration. Explore the debate on civic governance reforms.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation achieves major financial turnaround with 22% revenue growth and Rs 30 crore expenditure cut. Details on property tax surge and cost-saving measures inside.
BJP seals a tactical seat-sharing deal with Shiv Sena (Shinde) for Nagpur civic polls, but alliance crumbles in Amravati. Details on the political maneuvering inside.
Shimla's civic body faced a turbulent 2024 marked by development promises, public protests over water and parking, and political challenges. Explore the key events that defined the year.
A scheduled SIR hearing in Howrah's Uluberia block turned violent when a man confronted his estranged wife and her paramour. The clash disrupted proceedings for 25 minutes. Police are investigating.
Bombay High Court criticizes Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan Dombivli, Bhiwandi-Nizampur corporations for failing to enforce laws against illegal constructions, warning thousands could have been prevented.
Howrah police arrest CA Souvik Pakui for defrauding people of over Rs 80 lakh with fake job promises. He used a blue beacon car with a forged finance department stamp to gain trust. Details inside.
Rail traffic on the crucial Howrah-Patna-Delhi route remains severely disrupted for a second day after a goods train derailment in Bihar's Jamui district. See the full list of cancelled and diverted trains.
A vehicle from a picnic party crashed into the boundary wall of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's historic Howrah residence, causing a partial collapse. The author's great-grandson is coordinating urgent repairs. Details inside.
Eight wagons of a goods train derailed near Jamui, halting traffic on the crucial Howrah-Patna-Delhi route. Thousands stranded as 12 trains cancelled, 60 diverted. Read for full details on the disruption and restoration efforts.
Outrage in Howrah as no arrests made 48 hours after 5 puppies burnt alive. Police cite identification issues, locals allege influential culprits. Animal welfare groups demand action.
Eastern Railway unveils a 5-year plan to double train capacity in Kolkata, Bhagalpur & other hubs to tackle rising passenger traffic. Major infrastructure upgrades planned. Read more.
A goods train derailed in Bihar's Jamui district, disrupting traffic on the busy Howrah-Patna-Delhi route. No casualties reported. Restoration work underway. Read for latest updates.
A goods train derailment near Buxar in Bihar has disrupted rail traffic. Eight wagons went off the tracks, affecting services on the busy Delhi-Howrah route. Read for details and updates.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation expansion is now official. Will it remain a single mega body or split? Key political and administrative decisions ahead. Read more.
In a shocking incident in Howrah's Hatpukur, five puppies were set on fire. Animal lovers protest as police investigate. Read the full story and demand justice.
Over 50 HDMC corporators & officials on a 'study tour' to Indore & Ahmedabad, costing ~Rs 1 lakh each, face public backlash for lack of transparency and timing during a funds crisis. Details inside.
All 33 proposals, including the budget, passed in a turbulent Ludhiana Municipal Corporation meeting. BJP councillors staged a walkout over procedural issues. Read the full details.
South Eastern Railway approves Rs 418.11 crore project to replace 125-year-old Kolaghat bridge. The new structure, set for 2027, will restore full-speed operations on the busy Howrah-Kharagpur section.
Indian Railways allocates Rs 432 crore to rebuild a crucial bridge on the Howrah-Kharagpur section, enabling 130 kmph speeds and future expansion. Details inside.
West Bengal government submits a detailed action plan to NGT to address the saturated Belgachia dumpyard. The ₹196 crore strategy includes bio-mining, a new plant, and ward-level segregation. Read the full roadmap.
West Bengal government submits a detailed ₹196 crore, time-bound action plan to NGT to resolve the saturated Belgachia dumpyard crisis. Includes bio-mining of 10 lakh tonnes waste and a new processing plant by Dec 2027.
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
West Bengal cabinet approves retaining 66 wards in Howrah Municipal Corporation, reversing plan to reduce to 50. A bill to amend the HMC Act will be tabled soon. Read for details.
West Bengal cabinet allocates over 200 acres across industrial parks for key projects, including a Rs 500 crore warehouse by Nahar Enterprises. Details on land distribution and the Gems & Jewellery Park expansion.
Telangana High Court issues notice to state govt on petitions challenging merger of 27 municipalities into GHMC. Petitioners call ordinances unconstitutional. Next hearing on Jan 28, 2026.
Protests erupted at West Bengal land ports over alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. Scuffles broke out between police and BJP supporters in Howrah. Read the full report.
Scuffles erupted in Howrah between police and BJP supporters during a protest over the killing of a Hindu youth from Bangladesh. Police halted a procession headed for Howrah Bridge. Read the full report.
Chandigarh's municipal ward count remains at 35 as the delimitation committee finds no justification for change. Key details on the decision and its implications for local governance.
Mormugao Municipal Council recovers Rs 5 crore in principal dues from IOCL. MMC chief officer insists on Rs 3.5 crore interest, funds to benefit employees and laborers. Read the full story.