Category : Governance


Prayagraj's New Paid Parking Policy for Civil Lines from April 1

Prayagraj Municipal Corporation will introduce paid parking facilities on 11 major roads in Civil Lines to ease traffic congestion. The system, managed by private agencies, starts April 1 with fees set at Rs 15 for two-wheelers and Rs 30 for four-wheelers

Delhi PWD to Hire Agencies for Roadside Green Spaces

Delhi's Public Works Department plans to appoint specialized horticulture agencies by March to develop and maintain green spaces on roads and central verges, aiming to curb dust pollution ahead of the AI Impact Summit.

Noida's DSC Road Repair Set for June After 5-Year Delay

The Dadri-Surajpur-Chhalera Road in Noida, left in disrepair for nearly five years, will be repaired by June following pressure from air quality regulators and residents. The 5.5-km stretch, plagued by potholes and dust, will undergo a Rs 35 crore renovat

Delhi Biker's Death in DJB Pit Sparks Safety Concerns

A fatal accident involving a 25-year-old biker falling into an open DJB pit has intensified scrutiny of civic worksite safety protocols in Delhi, with authorities issuing warnings and taking action against negligence.

Delhi CM Orders Safety Action After DJB Pit Death

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has mandated immediate safety protocols across all government departments following a youth's fatal fall into a DJB pit. An eight-point safety framework has been issued.

CPDL Launches Free Digital Payment Module for Bills

Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited (CPDL) introduces a new digital payment module allowing consumers to pay electricity bills directly on its website without any payment gateway charges, featuring real-time updates and instant confirmations.

VMC Approves Rs 7,672 Crore Budget, Rejects Fee Hikes

Vadodara Municipal Corporation's standing committee cleared a Rs 7,672 crore budget for 2026-27, rejecting all proposed increases in service charges and administrative fees while reallocating funds across various civic projects.

TN Power Hires Summer Staff, Experts Warn of Safety Risks

Tamil Nadu's power distribution corporation has authorized hiring additional temporary staff for summer maintenance, but experts caution that using unskilled labor for high-risk electrical work could lead to accidents and fatalities.

Deadly Open Pits in Cities Spark Safety Concerns

Recent fatal accidents in Delhi and Noida highlight the lethal danger of unbarricaded construction pits on city roads. Urban experts warn Bhubaneswar faces similar risks with widespread sewerage and drainage work lacking basic safety measures.

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