Two Senior Citizens Killed in Vadodara Road Crashes
Two separate road accidents in Vadodara within an hour claimed the lives of two senior citizens. A VMC dumper driver fled the scene after hitting a cyclist. Police have registered cases under BNS.
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9 Vadodara Water Samples Unsafe, VMC Checks 35K Homes
Vadodara Municipal Corporation found 9 contaminated water samples in city areas. Health teams inspected over 35,000 houses and took action against unhygienic food vendors. Stay informed about public health safety.
VMC cricket gear purchase raises eyebrows, mayor unaware
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.
VMC Plans New Sports Complexes, Pools for Vadodara
Vadodara Municipal Corporation announces plans for four new sports complexes, swimming pools, and community facilities. Read about the major infrastructure boost for the city.
VMC Clears Encroachments in Navabazaar, Mangalbazaar
Vadodara Municipal Corporation cracks down on illegal encroachments in Navabazaar, Mangalbazaar, and Karelibaug. The drive, ordered by Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu, aims to decongest narrow streets and improve cleanliness. Read the full report.
Vadodara VMC Acts on Water Safety After Disease Outbreak
Vadodara civic body orders intensive water quality checks and food safety drives after a waterborne disease outbreak in Gandhinagar. Officials to conduct door-to-door surveys and distribute chlorine tablets.
Vadodara civic chief issues 1-week ultimatum to ward officers
VMC Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu conducted surprise inspections in three wards, finding sanitation issues. Officers have one week to clear encroachments and improve cleanliness or face action.
Vadodara civic body's Rs 5,082 crore water bill crisis
The Vadodara Municipal Corporation faces a staggering Rs 5,082 crore water dues demand due to missing partnership documents from the 1970s for Panam dam. The dispute threatens 85% of its annual budget. Read the full story.
Vadodara taps Pratappura reservoir after 19-year hiatus
After nearly two decades, Vadodara releases water from the restored Pratappura reservoir into Ajwa to meet city demands. Learn how this critical move addresses water security.
Devyani and Sapphire Foods Announce Mega Merger
Devyani International and Sapphire Foods merge in a $933 million share-swap deal, consolidating KFC and Pizza Hut operations in India. The merger aims to unlock significant synergies and create a dominant QSR platform.
Vadodara Floodplain Map Reveals Construction Risks
A new floodplain map for Vadodara's Vishwamitri river highlights construction in vulnerable zones, linked to 2024 flood damage. VMC begins debris removal as experts call for stricter regulations. Read more.
VMC Establishes 286 Dog Feeding Zones, Asks for Volunteers
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation creates 286 designated feeding zones for stray dogs as per Supreme Court order. Officials seek cooperation from animal lovers for maintenance. Read more.
Vadodara's Mandvi Monument Gets Rs 4.96 Crore Restoration Plan
Vadodara Municipal Corporation proposes a Rs 4.96 crore, 27-month restoration for the crumbling Mandvi heritage structure, a year after cracks first appeared. Learn about the delayed rescue effort.
Vadodara manhole death: Engineer suspended, Congress demands action
After a fatal manhole incident in Vadodara's Manjalpur, VMC suspends an engineer. Opposition Congress and activists demand accountability from higher officials. Read the full story.
Vadodara Installs Bridge Cables for Uttarayan Safety
Ahead of Uttarayan, Vadodara Municipal Corporation installs GI cables on 17 bridges to protect commuters from sharp kite strings. The Rs 95,000 project aims to prevent injuries and fatalities. Read for safety tips.
Manhole death: Contractors booked, Congress targets VMC
Four days after a man died falling into an open drainage chamber in Vadodara, police book agency owners. Congress cites High Court order, seeks FIR against VMC Commissioner, corporators.
Adani's Cement Merger: ACC, Orient Fold into Ambuja
Adani Group finalises Ambuja-ACC-Orient merger to create a pan-India cement powerhouse. We analyse the winners, losers, and the road ahead in the battle with UltraTech Cement.
Engineer suspended after manhole death in Vadodara
Vadodara Municipal Corporation suspends engineer, blacklists contractor after a 43-year-old man dies falling into an open manhole in Manjalpur. Read the full investigation details.
VMC's Green Drive: 550 Saplings Planted to Beautify Vijayawada
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation launches major greening initiative, planting 550 bougainvillea saplings and targeting 10,000 trees to reduce pollution and enhance city beauty. Read more.
Go Digit Merges with Holding Company, First Post-Law Change
Go Digit General Insurance's board approves merger with its holding company, Go Digit Infoworks Services, marking the first such deal after insurance law amendments. The move aims to streamline structure and cut costs.
Two Injured in Vadodara Stray Cow Bike Accident
Two men were injured after a stray cow collided with their bike in Vadodara's Khodiyarnagar. Locals criticize VMC for failing to control the city's stray cattle problem. Read more.
Vadodara: Man dies after falling into open manhole near water tank
Vadodara Municipal Corporation holds cleaning agency accountable for the death of Vipulsinh Zala, who fell into an uncovered manhole near Manjalpur water tank. Read about the negligence and the actions taken.
Manjalpur Water Supply Affected Friday for Tank Cleaning
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's cleaning of Manjalpur water tanks will disrupt supply on Friday evening. Service to resume gradually from Saturday morning. Details inside.
Gujarat HC halts Vadodara building over society NOC row
Gujarat High Court stays construction of a 10-storey building in Vadodara for lacking NOC from housing society, highlighting bylaws supremacy. Read the full legal dispute details.
Greater Vijayawada Proposal Gains Momentum After 20 Years
The decades-old demand to create a Greater Vijayawada by merging 75 surrounding villages is back. Residents cite stark development gaps in water, roads, and sanitation. MPs and MLAs have appealed to CM Naidu.
Vadodara civic body proposes Rs 230 crore projects before polls
Vadodara Municipal Corporation seeks approval for Rs 230 crore in development works, including swimming pools, a yoga centre, and pond beautification, ahead of civic elections. Key meeting scheduled for Friday.
Vadodara garbage EVs charged at ward office, contractor ordered to stop
A contractor in Vadodara used a municipal ward office's electricity to charge door-to-door garbage collection EVs, sparking controversy. The facility was ordered removed after a citizen spotted it. Read the full details.
VMC Pauses Coercive Action on Temples After Seers' Protest
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
Warner Bros Rejects Paramount's $30-Per-Share Takeover Bid
Warner Bros Discovery's board has rejected a rival acquisition offer from Paramount, alleging misleading claims about funding guarantees from the Ellison family. Full details inside.
Warner Bros Rejects Paramount's $108 Billion Hostile Bid
Warner Bros Discovery has formally rejected a massive $108 billion takeover bid from Paramount Global. This major move could reshape the global media landscape. Read the full story here.
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