Mumbai BMC Polls: Housing Promises Take Center Stage
Ahead of BMC elections, parties pledge solutions for Mumbai's housing crisis, focusing on slums, old buildings, and community rights. Explore the key manifesto promises.
Ahead of BMC elections, parties pledge solutions for Mumbai's housing crisis, focusing on slums, old buildings, and community rights. Explore the key manifesto promises.
Mumbai's SRA has surveyed over 8.8 lakh slum homes, collecting biometrics from 6.1 lakh residents. The crucial survey, key to slum rehabilitation, will now extend into 2026. Read the latest updates.
BJP's Mumbai chief Pavan Tripathi unveils plans for a religious tourism corridor linking four major temples, predicts Mahayuti's big win in BMC polls, and commits to a slum-free, secure Mumbai. Read the full interview.
Mumbai-based Memon businessman Parvez Suleman Lakdawala receives an honorary doctorate at the UK's House of Lords for his three-decade contribution to real estate and slum redevelopment. Discover his journey.
Ghaziabad police issued a strict warning to a station house officer after a video showed him pretending a mobile phone was a scanner to detect illegal migrants. An inquiry is now underway. Read the full details.
Ghaziabad police issue strict warning to Kaushambi SHO after video shows him using a mobile phone as a 'scanner' to detect illegal migrants. An inquiry has been initiated.
Bombay civil court invalidates a 1978 slum notification on Godrej & Boyce's Vikhroli land, shielding it from state acquisition. Read the full legal victory details.
A video shows a UP police officer claiming a device can detect Bangladeshi citizenship by scanning a man's back. The incident in Ghaziabad has triggered a major backlash. Read the full story.
Ghaziabad police officer Ajay Sharma held a phone to residents' backs, claiming it could detect nationality. The incident, caught on video, has sparked an inquiry. Read the full details.
A Ghaziabad police officer held a mobile phone to slum dwellers' backs, claiming it could detect their nationality. The incident, caught on video, has prompted an inquiry. Read about the shocking verification drive.
A scooter accident involving a child led to mob violence and vandalism in a Ghaziabad slum. Police arrested five individuals. Read the full details of the incident and charges filed.
Magneto Mall in Raipur reopens with new decor after Bajrang Dal vandalism. Visitors condemn violence as six accused get bail. Read about the community's response.
Gujarat government announces ambitious plan to make Surat India's first slum-free metropolis. Slum population has dropped from 38% to 5% in 20 years. Discover the state's urban transformation strategy.
Gujarat's Surat is poised to make history as India's first slum-free city by 2027, with over 15,000 families already rehabilitated under a massive redevelopment plan. Discover the details of this urban transformation.
A man in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district vandalized a Shiva Lingam due to a long-standing dispute with temple staff over an irrigation canal. Police confirm no political links. Read the full report.
Thieves targeted an old temple in Jaipur's Muhana, stealing silver valuables & vandalising idols. Locals protest police apathy after 4th such incident. Read for details.
Protests erupt in Andhra Pradesh after miscreants damage the sacred Shivalinga at Bheemeswara Swamy Temple in Draksharamam. Police form six teams, CM Naidu orders stern action. Read the latest updates.
Last-day nomination drama in Nagpur civic polls sees vandalism, resignations, and rebellion across BJP, NCP, and Congress over ticket distribution. Key leaders turn independents.
West Bengal PWD gets Nabanna's approval to repair Salt Lake Stadium, damaged during Messi's visit. Committee investigates, restoration to start in January. Read details.
An IndiGo passenger shocked the internet by carving 'Manvik' into a flight window mid-air. The act of vandalism raises serious safety and etiquette concerns. Read more.
BJP becomes single largest party in Mumbai's slum-heavy civic wards, winning 38 seats. With over 40% of city in slums, housing redevelopment now key voter issue. Explore the shifting political dynamics.
Five men from 'Bhagwa Sena' granted bail for vandalising Christmas decor at Palladium Mall, Ahmedabad. Police cite no prior criminal record, step up New Year security.
Mizoram CM Lalduhoma condemns vandalism disrupting Christmas celebrations across states, calling it against secularism and fraternity. Details on incidents in Assam, Chhattisgarh, and more.
Dakshina Kannada police arrest two men for vandalizing a toll plaza and assaulting employees. The incident, caught on CCTV, highlights rising tensions at toll collection points. Read the full report.
A church construction site in Gurgaon's Teekli village was vandalised days after a mahapanchayat opposed it. CCTV cameras were damaged, and equipment was snatched. Police are investigating.
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu directs urgent construction of houses for Visakhapatnam slum dwellers. Minister Narayana visits Velampeta, pledges swift action for 177 families.
Miscreants set fire to a section of Assam's renowned Molai Forest, created by Padma Shri awardee Jadav Payeng. The incident highlights threats to environmental conservation efforts.
A Raipur court denied bail to seven Bajrang Dal workers arrested for vandalising Christmas decorations at Magneto Mall. The incident sparked a road blockade by 300 supporters.
A fair in Bankura's Bishnupur descended into chaos during actor Jeet's performance. The unruly crowd vandalised the venue, leading to a police lathi-charge. Read the full details.
Ahmedabad police detain five from Bhagwa Sena for damaging Christmas decorations at Palladium Mall. Incident caught on video, no case registered yet. Details inside.