Ludhiana MC's Rs 1.19-Cr E-Nigam Digital Overhaul Challenges
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation launches Punjab's first e-Nigam system with 132 iPads for paperless meetings, but faces budget hikes and training hurdles for veteran councillors.
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Telangana's Green Polling Stations Boost Voter Turnout
Telangana districts like Warangal, Sangareddy, and Rajanna Sircilla set up green polling stations promoting plastic recycling and environmental awareness, leading to increased voter participation and recognition from the Election Commission.
Gurgaon Residents Protest Water Crisis in Ramprastha City
Residents of Ramprastha City in Gurgaon's Sector 37D have escalated complaints to authorities over severe water shortages lasting nearly two years, citing developer mismanagement and inadequate infrastructure as summer approaches.
GBA Begins Processing Land-Use Change Requests in Bengaluru
The Greater Bengaluru Authority has officially started processing land-use change requests, marking a significant shift in urban planning powers from the Bangalore Development Authority.
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Chennai's 400 MLD Desalination Plant Construction Fast-Tracked
Municipal Administration Minister K N Nehru directs officials to expedite the 6,078.40 crore Perur desalination plant, which will benefit 22.67 lakh residents in Chennai and adjoining areas.
Nagpur: 5.62 Lakh Smart Meters Bring Tariff Benefits
Mahavitaran's Nagpur circle has installed over 5.62 lakh smart TOD meters, enabling accurate billing and offering tariff discounts for daytime power consumption from July 2025.
Punjab Registers FIR Against Firm for Unauthorized Fertilizers
Punjab's agriculture department has registered an FIR against a Haryana-based firm for allegedly storing and selling unauthorized fertilizers and insecticides in Malerkotla, seizing stock and taking strict legal action.
Palasaur Village Becomes Tech-Driven Model in Punjab
Palasaur village in Sangrur, Punjab, is being developed into a model village with tech surveillance, upgraded education, healthcare, and a Rs 3.4-crore road project to boost connectivity and infrastructure.
Kolhapur Civic Body Seals Shops, Cuts Water Over Tax Dues
Kolhapur Municipal Corporation has launched a strict drive against tax and rent defaulters, sealing eight shops and disconnecting water connections for apartments with significant arrears.
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Homeless Displaced for Delhi AI Summit, Shelter Issues Raised
As Delhi prepares for an AI summit, homeless residents near key areas express concerns over shelter safety and ID requirements, highlighting temporary displacement during high-profile events.
Delhi Metro Phase-V (A) Approved: 16 km, 13 Stations by 2028
Delhi cabinet approves Metro Phase-V (A) with three new corridors spanning 16 km and 13 stations. The Rs 12,000 crore project aims to enhance connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and improve air quality by 2028.
Bengaluru Power Cuts: KPTCL Maintenance Schedule Announced
Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has scheduled power interruptions in multiple Bengaluru areas on Thursday and Friday for maintenance work, affecting residential and commercial zones.
Railways Cuts Diesel Use by 62%, Parliament Told
Indian Railways has achieved a significant 62% reduction in diesel consumption, as reported to Parliament, marking a major step towards energy efficiency and sustainability.
Bengaluru May Cap Pet Dogs Per Home, Restrict Breeds in Apartments
The Greater Bengaluru Authority is drafting rules to limit pet dogs per household and regulate breeds in apartments. Proposals include mandatory licensing, microchipping, and fines for violations to address public safety concerns.
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Punjab Fortified Rice Rejected by FCI in 3 Seasons
The Food Corporation of India rejected or returned 25,978.5 metric tonnes of fortified rice from Punjab over three marketing seasons, as per Lok Sabha data. The Centre's nationwide mandate aims to address malnutrition through fortified rice in welfare sch
Mohali Link Road Foundation Laid to Reduce Chandigarh Traffic
Punjab Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian laid the foundation for a 3.66km link road in Mohali. The Rs 1.88 crore project will widen the road to 18 feet, providing an alternative route to the busy Mohali-Chandigarh Road and improving connectivity
483 AMC Project Files Missing, Audit Transparency Questioned
An RTI query reveals 483 Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation project files worth crores were not submitted for audit from 2020-2025, despite repeated reminders, raising serious questions about financial accountability.
Chandigarh MC Drive Against Banned Polythene in Manimajra
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation conducted a surprise enforcement drive in Manimajra, issuing 13 challans for banned polythene use and launching an awareness campaign on waste segregation.
Andhra's First Slum Rehabilitation Authority: GVMC's Rs 40 Crore Plan
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation amends 1979 Act to create Slum Rehabilitation Authority, launching two pilot projects in Velampeta and Indira Gandhi Nagar under PPP model with no financial burden on government.
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AP Minister Orders Zero Power Cuts for Maha Sivaratri Temples
Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar instructed AP DISCOMs to ensure uninterrupted power supply to all temples and surrounding areas for the Maha Sivaratri festival, emphasizing reliability for devotees.
Bangalore Delegation Studies Chandigarh's Urban Development
A 55-member delegation from Hebbagodi City municipal council in Bangalore Urban visited Chandigarh to learn about solid waste management, sewage treatment, water treatment, town planning, community centres, and infrastructure development.
Kolkata's Rs 55.8 Crore Road Repair Plan for Salt Lake & Rajarhat
The Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority will repair 135 road stretches spanning 54.1 km in Salt Lake and Rajarhat-Gopalpur under the Pathashree urban scheme at Rs 55.8 crore, part of a larger initiative covering 5,616 roads across the metropolitan
MP Raises BSNL Staff Crunch, Network Issues in Himachal
BJP MP Suresh Kashyap raised concerns in Lok Sabha over poor BSNL connectivity in Himachal Pradesh, citing severe technical staff shortages and network gaps in remote areas. Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia outlined government measures.
Bihar Official Appointed to National Dairy Development Board
The Central government has nominated Shirsat Kapil Ashok, Bihar's dairy secretary, to the NDDB Board of Directors. This move aims to enhance coordination between national and state-level dairy agencies, boost farmer incomes, and drive sector reforms.
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TN Mandates Telecom Infrastructure in Large Buildings for Better Signals
Tamil Nadu government amends building rules to require dedicated telecom infrastructure in large buildings, promising stronger mobile signals, fewer call drops, and faster internet speeds for residents.
Jharkhand Assembly to Go Fully Paperless by Monsoon Session
Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha is transitioning to paperless functioning under the NeVA project, with training underway for legislators. Full implementation is targeted for the monsoon session.
Jamshedpur and Ranchi Mandate Pet Dog Registration
Jamshedpur Notified Area Committee requires dog owners to register pets for record-keeping and revenue, with penalties under Jharkhand Municipal Act 2011. Ranchi continues its registration drive through an authorized agency.
Tripura Implements ABC Rules 2023 for Stray Animal Management
Tripura government initiates multi-department measures under Animal Birth Control Rules 2023, focusing on sterilization, vaccination, and public safety to manage stray dogs and animals per Supreme Court directives.
Goa Approves 180-Day Maternity Leave for Co-Terminus Staff
The Goa state cabinet has approved 180 days of maternity leave for women co-terminus staff with fewer than two children, effective October 1, 2025, aligning with the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
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Gaya DM Pushes Officials to Accelerate North Koel Canal Project
District Magistrate Shashank Shubhankar inspected the North Koel canal project in Gaya, directing officials to expedite work to meet the March 31 deadline. The Rs 1,367.61 crore project will irrigate 30,000 hectares across five blocks.
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