Govt Plan to Boost Municipal Financial Independence
The upcoming Union Budget will unveil a plan to strengthen India's urban local bodies, focusing on own-revenue generation and market-linked financing like municipal bonds. Read more.
The upcoming Union Budget will unveil a plan to strengthen India's urban local bodies, focusing on own-revenue generation and market-linked financing like municipal bonds. Read more.
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.
Smart kiosks in Nagpur, part of a ₹500 crore project, stand abandoned and non-functional. Once digital guides, they are now symbols of neglect. Read about the failed promises and wasted public money.
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.
Chronic neglect and official apathy have left Hyderabad, Pakistan's roads in a state of dangerous disrepair, crippling daily life and exposing deep governance failures. Read the full report.
Reality TV star Jeremiah Raber faces a life-threatening medical emergency. Learn about diabetic ketoacidosis, acute liver failure causes, and warning signs. Protect your liver health.
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.
A massive health crisis unfolds in Indore as contaminated water leads to deaths and over 66,000 screenings. Read about the systemic failures and the government's response.
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.
A Quora user's panic about coffee-coloured urine prompts expert advice. Dr Nishchay Bhanuprakash details symptoms of kidney & liver issues and when to seek emergency care.
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.
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.
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.
Veerannapalya in Bengaluru faces a severe civic crisis with a six-month road closure, illegal construction, and garbage piles. Read about this urban administrative failure.
Learn about Type I & II respiratory failure, their causes like pneumonia & COPD, symptoms, and advanced treatments including ventilators & ECMO. Expert insights from a Bengaluru pulmonologist.