Aspirants denied party tickets for PMC elections now seek entry as co-opted members. BJP, with 119 corporators, can nominate 10, while NCP and Congress get fewer slots under MMC Act rules.
Arrests in Chhattisgarh over vulgar opera performances fuel demands for similar action in Odisha. CM advises women on preventing drunk driving, Governor visits Chilika, BMC faces waste collection criticism.
With Pune's local elections finally held, the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act mandates citizen participation in ward committees, environmental reports, and participatory budgets for better governance.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation increases nominated members to 10, strengthening BJP's dominance. The move follows legal amendments and reshapes power dynamics in urban governance.
After winning big in civic polls, the BJP must pick mayoral candidates for PMC and PCMC. Several senior corporators are in the race, with party insiders hinting at possible surprises.
Chandrapur Municipal Corporation elections result in a fractured mandate with Congress as single largest party but no clear majority. Both BJP and Congress claim they can form government through alliances.
Nagpur Police conducted a special drive against illegal liquor trade ahead of municipal corporation elections, registering 24 cases and seizing materials worth ₹5.68 lakh.
Bhopal and Indore held their first weekly 'Jal Sunvai' water hearings, with hundreds reporting contamination, foul smells, and supply issues. Officials promise quick fixes for some complaints.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation holds Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation accountable for damaging a drainage line during cable work, demanding compensation for repairs.
Mumbai BMC elections are on Jan 15, 2026. Learn how to check your name in the voter list online via SEC website, NVSP, or Voter Helpline App. Over 1 crore voters expected.
Candidates in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic polls ditch heavy meals for salads & smoothies to survive gruelling 15-hour campaign days. Discover their new energy food secrets.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation cracks down on illegal posters and flex boards, collecting hefty fines from 121 establishments. The drive aims to beautify the city and enhance public safety. Read more about the action against defacement.
The new Digital India Act and Data Protection Act 2023 raise crucial questions about privacy, consent, and government access. Here's what every Indian needs to know about their digital rights now.
Odisha govt simplifies apartment registration by fixing stamp duty at Rs 50,000 for common areas, ending a long deadlock. This move will unlock thousands of pending property deals and empower resident associations.
Bombay High Court directs Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation to inspect and act on an alleged illegal structure linked to a former Shiv Sena corporator. The court order came after a petition by a political rival. Read the full details.
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Ahead of key civic elections, the BJP takes strict disciplinary action, expelling 27 functionaries in Jalgaon and suspending 28 in Solapur for anti-party activities. Get the full details here.
Bombay High Court invalidates Returning Officer's order, directs inclusion of BJP's Nikesh Bhojane in Navi Mumbai civic polls. Court cites misuse of disqualification clause.
A Lucknow Municipal Corporation delegation visited Ahmedabad to study its solid waste-to-energy project. The team aims to establish a similar facility in Lucknow by 2026 to boost sustainability.
Panchkula Municipal Corporation awards a decade-long contract to JP Enterprises for street vendor management. New monthly fees and vendor welfare schemes announced. Union threatens legal action. Read the full details.
Odisha government approves 7 major industrial projects worth Rs 55,783 crore, set to create over 14,500 jobs. Key investments in steel, semiconductors, and rare earths. Discover the details.
59 out of 2,869 municipal corporation posts in Maharashtra to be elected unopposed on Jan 15. State Election Commission clarifies polls cannot be held with NOTA as sole option, sparking debate.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's purchase of branded cricket shoes for corporators sparks controversy. Mayor Pinki Soni approved only one pair, but officials tried for two. Read the full story.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary School scheme, laying foundation for 118 schools. A Rs 12,000 crore initiative aims to build 2,200 model primary schools. Read more.
Ahmedabad's Devmandir Co-op Housing Society files appeal, alleging AMC officials illegally regularised houses on govt land. Demands action and fee cancellation.
Odisha Information Commission seeks police investigation against a habitual RTI applicant accused of demanding bribes from officials. All his cases put on hold pending probe. #RTI #Odisha
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi accuses BJP & allies of targeting Waqf Board via new law. He urges voters to reject them in Jan 15 Nanded civic polls. Read the full story.
BJP's Chandrashekhar Bawankule defends unopposed municipal elections, calling them a sign of development-oriented consensus. He counters opposition criticism, citing examples from gram panchayats.
Odisha government finalizes the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER) plan, a key pillar for Viksit Odisha 2036. The corridor aims to boost the state's economy to $1.5 trillion by 2047. Read more.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan showcases his athletic skills at NIT Rourkela, BMC honors sanitation workers, and a Puri man offers a cash reward for his missing parrot. Read these heartwarming stories from Odisha.