Women in Telangana villages are using traditional rangoli patterns to create social maps identifying the poorest households. This community-driven initiative aims to improve welfare targeting through local knowledge.
Delhi government launches digital mapping of all government schools using AI and drones for real-time monitoring of infrastructure, safety, and repairs.
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.
Madhya Pradesh launches Swachh Jal Abhiyan using robotics & GIS mapping to overhaul water monitoring after Indore contamination killed 8. CM Yadav vows strict action.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister announces a comprehensive property registration drive in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar post-civic polls to resolve ownership issues and update records. Read details.
A shocking digital survey exposes massive encroachments on Bengaluru's lakes, with 730 out of 837 water bodies illegally occupied. Discover the details of Karnataka's water heritage crisis and the new tech-driven fightback.
Goa government clarifies that rural villages included in the NAKSHA aerial survey will not be classified as urban. Officials aim to dispel fears about property takeover and explain the survey's benefits for land records and planning.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami launched a new SOP for cold wave management, highlighting drone surveillance, GIS mapping, and public responsibility for disaster readiness.
Chandigarh administration appeals to residents to assist Booth Level Officers in the ongoing elector mapping process. Key sectors identified for verification. Check details and ensure your vote counts.
Pimpri Chinchwad police launch 'PC City Shield', a geo-app mapping criminal homes & anti-eve teasing patrols. Commissioner Choubey details 2025 crime stats & election security plans.
Kerala govt moves SC to protect voting rights as 19.32 lakh voters face non-mapping issues. Minister Rajeeve explains the hearing process from Jan 6-28. Check details.
Over 800 students from 150 Mumbai University colleges are mapping local flora in a major survey. Data will create a real-time biodiversity register for civic authorities. #ClimateAction
A 29-year-old's detailed mapping of NH-66, India's most dangerous highway, reveals shocking safety gaps. Discover the data-driven story behind the perilous road.
DMK demands halt to extra document demands for Tamil Nadu voters flagged under 'no-mapping' Aadhaar category, citing Supreme Court directives. Read the full story on the electoral rights issue.
An IIPA audit recommends deploying police at Metro stations post 11 pm, data-driven patrolling, and sensitivity training for Delhi Police to enhance night security. Read the key suggestions.
Karnataka's Pre-University Board expands digital exam facility to II PU students from 2024-25, offering a choice between pen-paper and online tests. Learn about the new initiative.
Karnataka launches India's first AI-powered Skills Intelligence Unit to revolutionize district-level workforce planning. Aims to map skills, predict future needs, and bridge the employment gap within 90 days.
Explore why nations like Bulgaria, Spain & Japan are launching digital nomad visas to attract remote professionals. Learn how this trend benefits economies and what it means for India's 1.9 million digital nomads.
ICAR-NRCB and ISRO's NRSC launch a Rs 6 crore satellite project to map banana cultivation, aiming to prevent price crashes by advising farmers on planting schedules. Read how this tech will combat debt cycles.
Panjab University will spearhead initiatives on air quality monitoring, tourism, anaemia screening, entrepreneurship & skills after NITI Aayog's approval. All projects must finish by March 2026.
India is set to overhaul its property registration by linking every transaction to precise GIS maps, phasing out vague boundary descriptions. This nationwide digital shift aims to bring clarity and reduce disputes.
Gen Z and millennials joined a heritage tree-mapping event at Pune's Ganeshkhind Garden, highlighting rising interest in conservation. The activity comes as the PMC plans an STP in the area.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation introduces a new Property Tax Management System (PTMS) with unique 16-digit IDs for all properties. Aimed at boosting transparency and compliance, it links to the Smart City Command Centre. Read more.
A detailed satellite study exposes the destruction of 160 acres of mangroves in Raigad, Thane & Palghar. Environmentalists warn of ecological disaster and demand government action. Read more.
Over 1.3 lakh voters in Bengal's Matua heartland may get hearing notices due to missing ancestry links in draft rolls. Many lack CAA documents, sparking fear in the community. Read the full report.
Ace your UPSC 2026 Prelims prep with this essential Polity & Governance quiz. Test yourself on NALSA, Election Commission mapping, constitutional features, and key Supreme Court rulings.
Ahmedabad's SatLeo Labs uses satellite thermal data to map urban heat, aiding city planning and worker safety. Pilot in Tumakuru shows promise for emissions tracking and heat management.
Varanasi (Kashi) bags the Smart City Innovation Award-2025 for its pioneering 3D Urban Spatial Digital Twin project, a first in India for comprehensive city planning and disaster management.
Rajasthan becomes India's first state with 100% digitised voter lists. CEO Naveen Mahajan announces success of SIR-2026 programme, reducing document verification needs. Voters urged to check draft list on Dec 16.
Madhya Pradesh nears completion of digital voter mapping, with 99.66% forms digitised. Draft rolls to be published on December 16. Read the full update.