Odisha Expands Bhubaneswar, Berhampur Municipal Limits
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
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Patna Municipal Water Supply Meets All Safety Standards
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 Bokaro Protest on Jan 7 for Municipal Elections
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.
Chennai Metro Adds Wheelchair Lifts at Little Mount Station
Chennai Metro Rail installs staircase wheelchair lifts at Little Mount station to aid differently-abled passengers. Learn how this move addresses space constraints and what activists say about accessibility planning.
Mahayuti Wins 64 Seats Unopposed in Maharashtra Civic Polls
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 Keeps 35 MC Wards, Delays Delimitation
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.
Visakhapatnam horse-riding centre tender cancelled, fresh bids planned
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.
7 Shiv Sena (Shinde) Candidates Win Unopposed in Thane
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 MC to Seal, Auction Properties of Tax Defaulters
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 MC's Rs 1,715 Crore Budget Plan for 2026-27
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.
More Bengaluru Live Shows Hire Sign Language Interpreters
Bengaluru's entertainment scene is becoming more inclusive as more live events hire sign language interpreters, enhancing accessibility for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
Mohali MC seals properties over Rs 10 crore tax dues
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.
Puri Now a Municipal Corporation, 4 Towns Get NAC Status
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 BMC orders removal of 800 illegal hoardings
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.
GHMC expansion forces residents to travel long distances for services
The recent expansion of Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation has made civic services less accessible. Residents now travel 10-50 km for basic tasks, contradicting the goal of decentralization. Read more about the administrative hurdles.
BJP wins 2 KDMC seats unopposed before polling
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.
Kataria pushes for longer mayoral term in Chandigarh
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.
UP Polling Stations Reorganised: 1,200 Voter Cap Set
UP's polling stations increase to 1,77,516 after ECI approval. New 1,200 voter cap aims for better accessibility. Draft electoral rolls out Jan 6. Read details.
Chandigarh MC Sees 22% Revenue Growth, Cuts Costs
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's Nagpur Strategy, Amravati Alliance Fails
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 Municipal Corporation's 2024: Promises and Protests
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 HC slams MMR civic bodies over illegal structures
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.
Google Docs adds Gemini AI text-to-speech for accessibility
Google rolls out Gemini AI text-to-speech in Docs for auditory learning and editing. Learn how to enable the new accessibility feature with 7 natural voices.
GHMC Expansion Done, Focus Now on Elections & Structure
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.
HDMC's Indore trip amid funds crunch sparks controversy
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.
Stormy Ludhiana MC Meeting Sees All 33 Proposals Passed
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.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: BJP, Congress Finalize Candidates Today
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.
Bengaluru Film Fest's New Venue Raises Access, Cost Concerns
Cinephiles voice concerns over accessibility and higher costs at the new Bangalore International Film Festival venue. Will the festival experience change? Read more.
Telangana HC seeks state reply on GHMC merger petitions
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.
Chandigarh Ward Count Stays at 35, No Delimitation
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.
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