Ranchi Boosts Road Safety with Fresh Markings at 19 Spots
Ranchi Municipal Corporation has completed fresh road markings at 19 key locations, including zebra crossings and stop lines, to improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow in busy areas.
Category : Governance
Goa Digital Taxi Policy to Replace Aggregator Guidelines
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced that the Goa Transport Aggregator Guidelines, 2025, currently suspended, will be automatically scrapped once the new digital taxi policy is finalized, amid opposition concerns over market control and operator rights.
58 BEST Drivers Fired, 603 Suspended for Road Accidents
Mumbai's BEST undertaking dismissed 58 drivers and contractors from 2022-2024 due to accidents, with 603 suspended. Enhanced training for electric bus drivers implemented.
Bengaluru's Swachh Survekshan Push with New Brand Ambassadors
Greater Bengaluru Authority appoints six brand ambassadors, including Padma Shri winner Manajamma Jogati, to boost city's ranking in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26 after last year's 36th place finish among major cities.
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69,000+ Grievances Pending on Odisha's Jana Sunani Portal
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reveals 69,532 public grievances are delayed on the Jana Sunani portal, with land, service, and corruption cases causing bottlenecks. The government is reviewing the backlog to improve redressal.
Maharashtra Halts New Auto Permits Over Traffic, Pollution
Maharashtra's transport ministry has suspended new auto permits statewide to address traffic congestion and pollution. The move follows irregularities and a surge in CNG autos, with plans for cabinet review.
10.8 Lakh Vehicles Challaned for Illegal Parking in North Mumbai
An RTI plea discloses that 10.8 lakh vehicles faced challans for unauthorized parking in North Mumbai from 2020 to 2026, with fines totaling up to Rs 36 crore.
BEST Electric Bus Delivery Slashed, Fleet Expansion Delayed
Mumbai's BEST will receive only 685 electric buses this year, far short of the promised 1,300, due to contractor delays, impacting public transport expansion plans.
Karnataka RTI Crackdown: BDA Officials Fined Over Rs 1 Lakh
Karnataka Information Commission imposes hefty penalties on BDA officials for violating RTI Act, highlighting ongoing transparency issues in public offices despite Supreme Court directives.
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Cuttack Residents Protest Garbage Dumping on Narrow Road
Residents of Saanta Sahi in Cuttack face health and traffic issues due to open garbage dumping by municipal workers on a narrow road, with complaints ignored by authorities.
Patna's UltraPODs: Automated Transit for Officials in 15 Months
Patna's Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit reviewed plans for UltraPODs, a 5-km automated transit system connecting government buildings, set to be operational within 15 months after approval.
Mysuru Uses LiDAR to Increase Property Tax Revenue
Mysuru City Corporation implements LiDAR technology for precise property mapping, aiming to raise property tax collection to Rs 300 crore and water tax to Rs 90 crore.
Trichy Registration Office in Cantonment Suffers Poor Maintenance
The registration office in Trichy's cantonment court complex is dilapidated, lacking basic facilities like seating and lighting, with visitors enduring unhygienic conditions and long waits.
BMC Launches Online Water Services, Upgrades Reservoirs in Kolkata
Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation introduces online booking for water tankers and ferrule services, along with renovating overhead water reservoirs to enhance filtered water supply in Salt Lake and Rajarhat Gopalpur areas.
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Haveri Water Project Fails After 12 Years, Rs 30 Crore Spent
Karnataka's Haveri city remains without 24x7 water supply despite 12 years of efforts, Rs 30 crore expenditure, and multiple deadline extensions. Contractors and KUIDFC failed to deliver the project, leaving residents in crisis.
Mangaluru's New Road Faces Waterlogging Concerns
Mangaluru's newly inaugurated Rs 50 crore road faces waterlogging fears as authorities rush to install stormwater drains before monsoon to prevent flooding issues.
Nagaland Police Recruitment: 80 Vacancies Unfilled
Nagaland Deputy CM Y Patton reveals 80 police constable posts remain vacant due to candidates failing physical efficiency tests, with district-wise breakdown provided.
Temple Elevator Fails After Rs 3.5 Crore Installation, Minister Upset
Newly inaugurated elevators at Swamimalai Murugan Temple malfunctioned immediately after opening, leaving HR&CE minister Sekar Babu frustrated. The incident, caught on video, has drawn political criticism.
Hubballi Residents Lack Piped Water Despite Nearby Pipeline
Residents of Jagadish Nagar and Ram Nagar in Hubballi have been without piped drinking water for years, despite a pipeline passing near their areas. Over 1,800 families depend on costly alternatives.
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Udalguri Cop's Open Library Revives Reading in Assam
In a unique effort to promote reading, Udalguri police OC Manujjal Gogoi has set up an open library at the station with over 900 books in multiple languages, fostering a welcoming environment for visitors and personnel.
Puducherry's Rs 750 Crore Riverfront Development Plan
The Puducherry government has initiated a comprehensive Rs 750 crore integrated riverfront development programme across all four regions of the Union territory to transform riverbanks into vibrant public spaces while protecting ecology and promoting susta
Belagavi OKs Rs 5 Crore for CITIIS 2.0 Smart City Initiative
The Belagavi City Corporation has approved an annual allocation of Rs 5 crore for the CITIIS 2.0 project under the Smart City initiative, while also discussing a 3% tax hike and double taxation on unauthorized buildings.
Nashik NMC Launches Citizen Garden Maintenance Model
Nashik Municipal Corporation introduces a citizen-participation model for garden upkeep, encouraging residents to manage maintenance while NMC funds essential works to enhance sustainability.
Andhra Pradesh Hits Record Power Demand, Prepares for Summer
Andhra Pradesh recorded its highest electricity consumption since bifurcation at 274.6 MU, with peak load of 14,011 MW. Officials project demand to rise to 280 MU by May 2026, urging utilities to ensure uninterrupted supply.
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Lokayukta Inspects Bengaluru Lakes and Garbage Plants
In a surprise inspection, the Lokayukta and Upalokayukta visited lakes and waste facilities in Bengaluru, addressing resident complaints about foul odors and leachate water.
Goa Water Plant Nears Finish, to Alleviate Shortages by December
A new 30 MLD water treatment plant on the Saligao-Pilerne plateau in Goa is set to be operational by December, aiming to address water scarcity in coastal villages like Calangute and Saligao.
Jal Jeevan Mission: 12 Crore Rural Homes Get Tap Water
Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, India has provided tap water connections to over 12 crore rural households, a significant leap from 3.23 crore in 2019, as reported by V Somanna.
Chandigarh Implements New Financial Powers for Faster Project Approvals
Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria has issued a directive formalizing enhanced financial delegation powers, allowing faster approval of projects up to Rs 100 crore while ensuring strict adherence to central government norms.
Chandigarh Gets Rs 5,758 Crore Revenue Target for 2026-27
The Union Finance Ministry has set a Rs 5,758.40 crore revenue collection target for Chandigarh administration for fiscal 2026-27, marking a Rs 362 crore increase. GST leads with Rs 2,892 crore target as all departments recalibrate strategies.
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Maharashtra Veteran Welfare Crisis: Only 17 Officers for 2 Lakh Veterans
The Army's area office has highlighted to the Maharashtra government a severe shortage of Zilla Sainik Welfare Officers, with only 17 full-time officers serving 2 lakh veterans across 33 districts. Proposals include separate expenditure sub-heads for vete
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