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Category : Governance
Gurgaon sanitation tender fails, no bidders apply
MCG's tender to treat Gurgaon's daily waste finds no takers, raising concerns over Bandhwari landfill. The civic body must now restart the hiring process. Read the full story.
Gurgaon to Optimise Bus Network with Tech, Academic Study
GMCBL partners with Nagarro and Plaksha University for a 15-month study to optimise Gurugaman bus routes using data analytics, ahead of adding 200 electric buses. Aim: efficient, commuter-centric transport.
Delhi Orders Pipeline Checks Post Indore Water Tragedy
Following the Indore water pipeline tragedy that claimed two lives, the Delhi government has mandated urgent safety inspections of all water pipelines in the capital. Learn about the new safety directives.
NDMC's Rs 5,953 Crore Budget for 2026-27 Focuses on Upgrades
The New Delhi Municipal Council presents a Rs 5,953 crore budget for 2026-27, emphasizing infrastructure, sustainability, and citizen services. Key projects include smart poles and a new community centre.
ACB Probes Rs 67 Cr Irregularity in AMC Tree Campaign
Ahmedabad's ACB investigates a suspected Rs 67 crore irregularity in the civic body's tree plantation drive after costs doubled. Read the full details of the probe.
Govt Notifies Timeline for First Phase of Census 2027
The Union Home Ministry has set the schedule for the first digital Census of India 2027, starting with housing listing from April 1. Read key details on self-enumeration, timeline, and budget.
Gujarat to replace 16 revenue laws with single umbrella act
Gujarat government plans a comprehensive Land Administrative Act to replace 16 old revenue laws, aiming to simplify governance and reduce litigation. Committee headed by retired IAS officer C L Meena is reviewing the framework.
NDMC Budget: No Property Tax Hike, Rs 143 Cr Surplus
NDMC presents a surplus budget for 2026-27, focusing on green cover, digital payments, and anti-pollution measures. No hike in property tax announced. Read more for key highlights.
Amritsar Gets Vacuum Litter Picking Machine for Road Cleaning
Amritsar Municipal Corporation introduces a new vacuum-based litter picking machine to tackle roadside waste. The initiative aims to enhance sanitation and reduce manual labor.
Patna DM Reviews Farmer ID Campaign; Salaries Withheld in 7 Blocks
Patna DM Thiyagarajan S M reviewed the 4-day e-KYC & farmer ID campaign targeting 12,000 registrations. Officials in 7 blocks face salary hold over slow progress. Read the full update.
Rs 1,078 Cr Central Fund for Gujarat Road Projects
Union govt sanctions Rs 1,078 crore for 41 road projects in Gujarat, covering widening, strengthening & structural work across 564.57 km. Read details.
BDA's Unified Tapal System Digitises Petitions with India Post
Bangalore Development Authority partners with India Post for a centralised, digital grievance system. All petitions will now be processed and tracked efficiently. Learn how this reform impacts Bengaluru citizens.
HERC Mandates Third-Party Audit for Haryana Power Firms
Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission directs HVPN and HPGCL to undergo independent audits of accounts and thermal plants. Details on revenue requirements and new directives inside.
Mahendragarh's Administrative Borders Frozen for Census
Haryana government freezes administrative boundaries in Mahendragarh district to ensure accurate Census 2021 data. No changes to villages or municipal areas permitted.
Kochi's 190 MLD Water Treatment Plant Tender Delayed
Kochi's crucial 190 MLD water treatment plant faces tender delays as KWA awaits fresh administrative sanction from the Kerala government. Details inside.
Odisha Announces Schedule for Census 2027 Operations
Odisha finalizes schedule for Census 2027. House listing in April-May 2025, population enumeration in Feb-Mar 2027. Key decisions made at state coordination meeting.
How Bureaucracy is Undermining Tribal Autonomy in Jharkhand
The promise of self-governance in Jharkhand's Scheduled Areas is being lost under bureaucratic control, as PESA rules fail to deliver autonomy. Read the full analysis.
NDMC 2026-27 Budget: Rs 143 Cr Surplus, No Tax Hike
NDMC announces a surplus budget of Rs 143 crore for 2026-27, focusing on CCTV surveillance, AI in schools, and a dust-free Lutyens' Delhi. No property tax increase. Read the full plan.
Delhi's Munak Canal elevated road project goes to NHAI
Delhi govt assigns NHAI to build 20km Munak Canal elevated road from Inderlok to Bawana. The Rs 4,700 crore project aims to cut travel time by 40%. Read details.
Chandigarh Anti-Encroachment Drive in Sectors 40, 20, Kajheri, Manimajra
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launched a significant anti-encroachment operation on Wednesday, targeting illegal vendors and structures to restore pedestrian pathways and civic order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Body Cameras Now Mandatory for Customs at KIA, MIA
Customs officers at Bengaluru and Mangaluru airports must now wear body cameras at Red Channel. The move aims for transparency and aligns with global standards. Read more.
Patna Metro Work Must Not Affect Drainage: Commissioner
Patna Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena orders engineers to safeguard city drainage during metro construction. Special teams deployed to monitor major nalas and prevent waterlogging. Read for details.
NHAI's Guinness World Records on Bengaluru-Vijayawada Corridor
NHAI and M/s Rajpath Infracon set two Guinness World Records by laying 28.95 lane-km of road in 24 hours near Puttaparthi. CM Naidu praises the feat as a boost for Andhra-Karnataka connectivity. Read more about this infrastructure milestone.
Pune's Unresolved Garbage Issue Haunts Civic Polls
Despite PMC's Swachh efforts, Pune's waste management collapses daily. Citizens demand systems, not slogans, as garbage returns by afternoon. Read the full report on the civic failure.
VP: Democratic Strength Lies in Trust, Moral Responsibility
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan emphasized that democratic institutions derive strength from trust and moral duty, not procedures alone, at a New Delhi book launch. Read his insights on value-based leadership.
Gumla DC's Historic Visit to Remote Asur-Korwa Village
Gumla DC Prerna Dixit visited the remote Karamdon-Asurtoli village, addressing long-pending road connectivity and welfare schemes for PVTG communities. A DPR for a bridge and an Aadhaar camp were ordered. Read more.
Trichy Railway: Stone pelting down, cattle run over up
RPF study reveals a drop in stone pelting and human casualties in Trichy division, but cattle run over cases surge. Key vulnerable stretches and times identified. Read for details.
IAS Officer Ashish Gangwar Charts Dhanbad's Civic Revamp Plan
New Dhanbad Municipal Commissioner Ashish Gangwar outlines a roadmap focused on timely project execution, revenue generation, and tech-driven sanitation to improve quality of life for residents.
First Phase of Census 2027 Scheduled for April-September
The Ministry of Home Affairs announces the first phase of Census 2027 will be conducted between April and September. The exercise will also update the National Population Register. Get the full details.
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