Category : Governance


68 Lakh Ladki Bahin Accounts Closed in Maharashtra

Maharashtra government has terminated 68 lakh Ladki Bahin scheme accounts following e-KYC verification failures. The action came after complaints of ineligible beneficiaries, including men, receiving benefits.

BSNL's Rs 2.6 Lakh Crore Revival Fails Rural Connectivity

The Union government has spent over Rs 2.6 lakh crore on BSNL's revival since 2019, yet rural and tribal areas still suffer from poor mobile and internet connectivity, raising questions about the effectiveness of massive public spending.

Odisha Panchayats Bag National Awards for Development Excellence

Five panchayats from Odisha, including three from Ganjam district, have won prestigious national awards for achievements in health, social security, water sufficiency, and cleanliness. Ganjam district also secured the second-best district panchayat award

Census 2027 Begins with Online Self-Enumeration Facility

The Union government has initiated Census 2027 with a new self-enumeration feature, allowing citizens to submit demographic details online over 15 days. Karnataka Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh and DG & IGP M A Saleem were among the first to self-enumer

BSWML Stops Mixed Waste Collection in Bengaluru

Bengaluru's Solid Waste Management body, BSWML, has decided to stop collecting mixed waste from residential and commercial buildings to boost segregation efforts, with current city-wide rates at 50%.

Gurgaon LPG Crisis: 1,000 Calls to Helpline in 24 Hours

Gurgaon's LPG control room received nearly 1,000 calls in under 24 hours, mostly from residents desperate for gas cylinders. The crisis hits migrant workers hardest as black market supplies dwindle and prices soar, threatening labor shortages.

Goa PWD Launches Performance-Based Road Maintenance

Goa's Public Works Department has introduced performance-based maintenance contracts for four road stretches, funded by the Union ministry at Rs 80 crore, aiming to improve road quality through strict compliance standards.

India's First Digital Census: Gaya Reviews Preparations

Gaya district officials reviewed preparations for India's first fully digital census, set to begin in April. The exercise will use mobile apps for self-enumeration and house listing, involving thousands of enumerators.

Subansiri Lower Hydro Project Hits Major Milestone in Assam

India's largest hydropower project, the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, has begun wet commissioning of its fourth unit, marking a significant step toward energy self-reliance and clean power generation in the Northeast region.

Jharkhand 2027 Census Self-Enumeration Starts May 1

Jharkhand's 2027 Census self-enumeration exercise will run from May 1 to 15, followed by house listing from May 16 to June 14. Officials explain the digital process where households answer 33 questions online.

Mandya DC: No LPG Shortage, Warns Against Rumors

Mandya Deputy Commissioner Kumara has confirmed uninterrupted domestic cooking gas supply in the district, directing strict compliance with government guidelines and warning against illegal sales.

Delhi Govt Probes VIP Boat Procurement Amid Questions

Delhi government establishes committee to investigate irrigation department's plan to purchase two luxury VIP boats for Yamuna inspections. Panel to examine necessity, Rs 3.1 crore cost, and approval process irregularities.

Prayagraj Fights Groundwater Crisis with Harvesting Banks

Prayagraj is implementing rainwater harvesting banks under AMRUT Bharat Mission 2.0 to recharge aquifers. Ten locations have been finalized for installation, targeting high-usage areas to address declining groundwater levels.

LG Sandhu Directs DDA to Make Dwarka Global Events Hub

Delhi LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu has instructed DDA to develop Dwarka as a premier destination for international conventions, business summits, and cultural festivals, leveraging its strategic location and infrastructure.

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