Bengaluru's K-100 Waterway Revival Gets Push with Sewage Crackdown
GBA Commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected Bengaluru's K-100 waterway, ordering a halt to sewage inflow and a plan for long-term sustainability. Read about the revival efforts.
Category : Governance
Maharashtra Sets Up 7 Vigilance Squads for Revenue Dept
Maharashtra govt forms 7 divisional vigilance squads to probe complaints against revenue officials. Aim: boost public trust & accountability. Details inside.
Maharashtra Orders Disability Re-Verification for Govt Staff
Following a surge in fake disability certificate complaints, the Maharashtra government mandates fresh verification for all employees who used disability quotas. The move sparks debate over harassment vs. rooting out fraud.
Land Acquired to Fix Periyanaickenpalayam Flyover Design Flaw
Coimbatore's NH-181 flyover, inaugurated by PM Modi, gets a ₹7.4 crore correction for a dangerous blind spot after consumer complaint. Land acquisition complete, work in 2 months.
Trichy Decongestion Projects Delayed, DPRs Incomplete
MoRTH reveals DPRs for three crucial Trichy decongestion projects are unfinished. MP Durai Vaiko seeks clarity as residents express frustration over slow progress. Details inside.
WCD Minister: Child Marriage is Legal Violation & Moral Injustice
Union Minister Annapurna Devi condemns child marriage as a legal and moral crime. The WCD Ministry's new portal allows public tracking and online pledges to combat the practice.
Maharashtra Orders Disability Re-Verification for Govt Staff
Maharashtra govt mandates fresh disability verification for all govt employees who used reservations. The move, triggered by fake certificate complaints, sparks debate over fairness and harassment of genuine PwD employees.
Digital Land Records Get Legal Validity in Maharashtra
Maharashtra's revenue department grants legal validity to digital land records (7/12, 8A, Ferfar). Citizens can now access verified documents online for Rs 15, streamlining property transactions.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta: 305 mist sprayers at 9 pollution hotspots
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces installation of 305 anti-smog mist sprayers at nine critical pollution hotspots to combat toxic air. A key step in the city's winter action plan.
IndiGo Crisis a Wake-Up Call for Aviation Regulator: Ambedkar
Prakash Ambedkar calls for a Passenger Protection Code in India after the IndiGo crisis exposed regulatory weaknesses. A wake-up call for the government and DGCA.
Maharashtra Partners with IIT-Bombay for Blockchain Governance
Maharashtra partners with IIT-Bombay's Infraledger Labs to implement blockchain technology in governance, enhancing transparency and efficiency in public services.
India's Road Deaths Reach All-Time High of 1.77 Lakh in 2024
India's road accident fatalities surged to a record 1,77,177 in 2024, reveals government data. Experts call for scientific crash probes and wider stakeholder involvement to tackle this national crisis.
Nationwide Barrier-Less Toll System in One Year: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced a new barrier-less toll collection system will be implemented across India within one year. The system is already live at 10 locations.
Mumbai's B Ward Faces Persistent Civic Issues
Mumbai's historic B Ward, a Congress stronghold, battles chronic garbage accumulation, water supply problems, and parking chaos despite ongoing redevelopment. Residents and leaders voice concerns.
Action Ordered on Rohini Encroachments by Delhi Minister
Delhi's Revenue Minister Ravinder Singh directs officials to clear illegal encroachments in Rohini's Sector 16, 17, and 18. The crackdown aims to restore public land and ensure orderly urban development.
Delhi Govt Overhauls Bus Routes for Improved Connectivity
Delhi government begins rationalising bus routes to eliminate overlaps, reduce travel time, and enhance last-mile connectivity across the capital. Learn about the new plan.
8 Noida Officials' Salaries Held for Grievance Backlog
Noida Authority CEO M Lokesh withholds salaries of 8 senior officials for failing to resolve public grievances on time. Action targets pending IGRS cases. Read details.
Bengaluru's GBA Initiates Stray Dog Relocation Drive
Greater Bengaluru Authority orders relocation of stray dogs from 6000+ institutions to tunnel shelters. Nodal officers to be appointed for reporting. Read the full plan.
Delhi CM Warns Strict Action Against Departments Over Pollution
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal warns of strict action against govt depts for lapses in pollution control measures. Review meeting held as air quality dips.
Delhi L-G's residence renamed Lok Niwas
Delhi's Raj Niwas, the official residence of Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, has been officially renamed 'Lok Niwas'. Read the full story on this significant change in the capital.
Shimla DC Orders Staff to Expedite Revenue Work
Shimla Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap mandates staff to clear pending revenue cases within 15 days. The directive aims to improve public service delivery and administrative efficiency in Himachal Pradesh.
KMC Sets Up Help Desks for SIR-Related Certificate Rush
Kolkata Municipal Corporation launches special drive to expedite 500+ daily birth & death certificate applications. New help desks and chatbot aim to aid citizens in SIR exercise. Read details.
Vaishnaw: Govt Strengthening Laws Against Fake News, Deepfakes
I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw warns fake news threatens India's democracy, announces stronger laws. New rules mandate takedown of unlawful content in 36 hours. Read more.
Pune fixes 2,989 potholes in 4-week drive, citizens unsatisfied
Pune Municipal Corporation repaired 2,989 potholes in a month-long campaign. While officials claim progress, commuters report uneven repairs and bumpy rides. Read the full report.
Noida Power Dept Surveys Ageing Infrastructure for Major Upgrade
PVVNL launches a survey in Noida to identify rusted poles, faulty transformers & cables for a major power infrastructure upgrade planned for 2026-27. Get details on the ₹124.9 crore groundwork.
Navneet Sehgal Steps Down as Prasar Bharati Chairperson
Retired IAS officer Navneet Kumar Sehgal resigns as Prasar Bharati chairperson. The I&B Ministry has accepted his resignation. Get the latest updates on this sudden exit.
Chandigarh MC Signs MoU with Door-to-Door Waste Collectors
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation formalizes partnership with Safai Saathis, distributes sanitation kits. Mayor and Commissioner praise their role in keeping the City Beautiful clean. Read more.
Chandigarh Opens 8 Winter Night Shelters for 450 People
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches 8 winter night shelters for 450 vulnerable citizens. Commissioner Amit Kumar inspects facilities, ensuring warmth and safety from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026.
Chandigarh MC Links Salaries to Aadhaar Biometric Attendance
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation mandates Aadhaar-based biometric attendance for all staff. Commissioner Amit Kumar warns December salaries will be released only after compliance. Read more.
Dwarka Circular Service Returns with DTC Electric Buses
Delhi govt revives Dwarka circular bus service with electric buses & new route to boost last-mile connectivity. Key metro stations like Dwarka & Sector-8 to be linked. Read more.
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