Key political parties in Maharashtra, including BJP, Shiv Sena, Congress, and NCP, have begun early preparations for the crucial 2026 municipal corporation elections. Get the latest updates on manifestos and strategies.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches an intensive door-to-door campaign with 60 teams to enforce waste segregation at source. Learn about the fines and the city's green initiative.
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.
Pantnagar Airport expansion begins with a Rs 387 crore project to extend the runway for Boeing & Airbus, build a new terminal for 10 lakh passengers annually, enhancing Kumaon's connectivity. Read more.
Rudrapur district is poised for transformative growth with a 280-bed satellite AIIMS, a new stadium, and urban redevelopment projects set to reshape healthcare and infrastructure. Discover the key projects.
Amritsar receives a major Rs 15 crore grant for crucial water supply and sewerage system upgrades. Learn how this funding will improve city infrastructure and public health.
Manoj Sarkar Sports Stadium in Rudrapur to get a 400m synthetic track & football turf by mid-January. The Rs 20 crore upgrade aims to host national & international events. #SportsInfrastructure #Uttarakhand
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
BJP's Bokaro unit announces a major protest on January 7, demanding immediate municipal elections in Jharkhand and electoral reforms. Leaders Bauri and Narayan lead the charge.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Chandigarh administration decides to retain the existing 35 municipal wards, postponing delimitation. The move awaits final approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Read for details.
GVMC cancels flawed tender for Mudasarlova horse-riding centre, orders probe & recovery of Rs 3 crore advance. New tender to involve private investment, no public funds. Details here.
In a significant pre-poll development, seven candidates from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have been declared winners unopposed in the Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Read the full details and implications.
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.
Two tragic road accidents in Udham Singh Nagar district late Wednesday resulted in three fatalities and multiple serious injuries. Police cite speeding as a likely cause. Read the full report.
Mohali Municipal Corporation cracks down on major property tax defaulters, including GMADA with Rs 10 crore dues. Sealing and auction drive initiated. Pay now to avoid action.
Odisha government officially upgrades Puri to a municipal corporation, fulfilling a long-standing demand. Four other towns declared NACs. Read about the expected infrastructure boost.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation issues a 3-day ultimatum to 26 agencies to remove 800 illegal hoardings after empanelment lapses. Failure to comply will lead to BMC action and cost recovery.
Manoj Sarkar Sports Stadium in Rudrapur is set to become an international sports hub with a new synthetic track and football turf. The Rs 20 crore project awaits final certification, promising a boost for Uttarakhand athletes. Read more about this major i
BJP secures early victories in Kalyan-Dombivli civic polls as two women candidates elected unopposed. State leaders hail the success ahead of crucial municipal elections across Maharashtra.
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.
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.
Industrial waste dumped into Udham Singh Nagar's Begul river kills fish, raises environmental and public health alarms. Authorities absent as residents collect contaminated catch. Full report.
A long-standing land dispute in Rudrapur's Fazalpur Mehrola village escalated into fatal cross-firing, killing a 32-year-old labourer. Police have intensified patrols and launched raids to arrest the accused. Read the full report.