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.
Category : Governance
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.
Delhi's Raj Niwas Officially Renamed Lok Niwas
Delhi's Raj Niwas, the LG's official residence, is now Lok Niwas following an MHA directive to shed colonial-era names. Discover the states that have made similar changes.
Expanded Chennai Ponds Avert Floods in Cyclone Ditwah
Greater Chennai Corporation's pre-monsoon work, including expanding stormwater ponds at Guindy Race Course, successfully prevented flooding in several neighbourhoods during recent heavy rains. See how infrastructure made the difference.
Meghalaya Pension Adalat Aims to Resolve Long-Delayed Cases
Meghalaya's Accountant General office held a Pension Adalat to tackle systemic delays. An online submission system for pension & GPF is under development. Read more.
Pune civic body repairs 2989 potholes in one month
Pune Municipal Corporation claims to have addressed 99% of pothole complaints via Road Mitra app in a month-long campaign, spending approximately Rs 1 crore per ward. Read details.
Coimbatore seeks 200 vehicles, 3000 workers for waste management
Coimbatore Corporation requests 200 vehicles and 3000 more sanitation staff to replace pushcarts and tackle severe manpower shortage. Can the city clean up its act? Read more.
DGCA Investigates IndiGo Flight Delays, Cancellations
DGCA investigates recent IndiGo flight disruptions, directing the airline to submit a mitigation plan. Details on passenger impact and regulatory action.
Hancock Bridge Reconstruction: BMC Aims to Resolve Stalled Works
BMC Additional Commissioner Abhijit Bangar directs planned completion of Hancock Bridge. Works stalled since 2016 due to legal & technical issues. Read the latest updates on Mumbai's infrastructure.
2.34 Lakh Fake Ration Cards Cancelled in Karnataka
The Centre reveals Karnataka cancelled over 2.34 lakh ineligible ration cards in five years through data analysis. Learn how this crackdown aims to streamline the Public Distribution System.
BMC's Massive Arrangements for Mahaparinirvan Diwas at Chaitya Bhoomi
BMC prepares for Mahaparinirvan Diwas at Dadar's Chaitya Bhoomi with waterproof pavilions, medical camps, and 8,000 staff. Read about the full arrangements for December 6.
Funds Held for Kerala, TN Over Central Scheme Implementation
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan states funds are withheld as Kerala and Tamil Nadu are not implementing central schemes as intended. Read the full story on the funding dispute.
Pan Masala packs must show retail price from Feb 2026
The Consumer Affairs Department mandates Retail Sale Price on all pan masala packs from February 1, 2026, boosting transparency and aiding GST levy. Know the new rules.
Sanchar Saathi Privacy Row: Scindia Says 'Snooping Not Possible'
Congress raises privacy fears over mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app. Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia assures security, says users can delete it. Full details inside.
Delhi Govt to Buy 10,000 Dual Desks from Tihar Jail Factory
Delhi Cabinet approves procurement of 10,000 dual desks from Tihar Jail factory for government schools. This initiative supports prison industry and aids school infrastructure. Read more.
Delhi LG Reduces Penalty on MCD Teacher
Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena reduces penalty on an MCD teacher from dismissal to compulsory retirement, citing the original punishment as disproportionate. Details inside.
Vaishnaw Inspects Delhi-Chandigarh Rail Section, Interacts with Staff
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conducted a 90-minute inspection on the Delhi-Chandigarh route, urging staff to create low-maintenance assets. He cited Japanese & Swiss models. Read more.
Amit Shah: New PMO 'Seva Teerth' a Milestone for India
Union Home Minister Amit Shah says PM Modi naming the new PMO complex 'Seva Teerth' reiterates a resolve for service. The complex is part of the Central Vista project. Read more.
Kochi's Urban Renewal Powered by Corporate CSR Funds
Kochi Corporation successfully implements major projects in waste management, housing renovation, and public spaces using Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. See how councillors drove change.
Chennai's flood-prone areas clear despite heavy rainfall
Key southern Chennai areas like Velachery and Adyar saw minimal water stagnation despite 12cm rain, thanks to completed stormwater drain projects. Read how civic works prevented flooding.
IIM-V, AP Govt Train 500 Officers for Rural Leadership
IIM Visakhapatnam launches a leadership program for 500 Andhra Pradesh gazetted officers, focusing on governance, digital tools, and sustainable rural development. Read more.
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