Category : Governance


Kanpur Trains Women's Groups in Disaster Risk Reduction

The District Disaster Management Authority in Kanpur Nagar conducted a specialized training program on Disaster Risk Reduction for 100 women's self-help groups, focusing on life-saving measures and community resilience.

Varanasi Dalmandi Road Widening Resumes with Demolition

The PWD restarted demolition for the Dalmandi road widening project in Varanasi after a month-long halt, with 45 buildings razed under heavy security. The Rs 224 crore project aims to widen the road to 17.4 meters by acquiring 187 buildings.

Census 2027: Live-In Couples Treated as Married

Census 2027 will treat live-in couples in stable unions as married couples, with self-enumeration starting April 1 in Delhi. The process includes a 15-day online period and 30-day enumerator visits.

Kochi Municipal Staff Shortage Crisis Hits Residents Hard

Municipalities in Kochi and suburbs face severe staff shortages, causing delays in tax collection, building permits, and welfare schemes. Residents voice frustration as vacancies remain unfilled despite repeated pleas to government.

Delhi MCD Proposes Decriminalising Minor Offences

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has proposed decriminalising minor offences like littering and spitting, shifting to fines instead of legal action to ease court burden and promote civic sense.

Gargai Dam Project Back to BMC After Contractor Cuts Costs

The Gargai dam project in Mumbai is set for reconsideration by the BMC standing committee after the contractor agreed to reduce costs from 9% to nearly 2% above estimate, saving Rs 269 crore. The dam aims to add 440 million litres daily to Mumbai's water

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