India's aviation regulator DGCA has 801 vacant posts out of 1630. To bridge the gap, it's hiring short-term contractual staff, but experts warn this is a band-aid solution for a serious safety oversight problem.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasizes that promoting Hindi should not undermine India's diverse linguistic heritage. He notes a visible shift in government language use over the past decade.
Over 50 students visited Raipur's integrated solid waste management plant in Sakri. The educational tour, organised by RMC, provided insights into scientific waste processing and urban sanitation systems.
Chhattisgarh govt introduces Aadhaar-enabled biometric attendance for all under-secretary+ level officers at Mahanadi Bhavan from Dec 1. Aim: boost transparency & curb late arrivals.
A newly concretised road in Mumbai's Chandivali is being dug up again for utility lines, sparking outrage among residents over wasted public money and civic inefficiency. Read more.
The Nilgiris district has restructured its local governance, increasing grama panchayats from 35 to 96. This move, based on a 2019 proposal, aims to improve administrative access in hilly terrain. Read the full details.
Karnataka introduces a fully online, secure digital e-stamp paper system to curb fraud in stamp duty processes. Minister Krishna Byre Gowda announced the initiative on December 1, 2025.
Retired Justice Rabindranath Samanta is the new Lokayukta of West Bengal. The appointment was finalized in a committee meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Read the full story for details.
Elon Musk details his 'side quest' leading a US cost-cutting department, revealing a simple payment code requirement could prevent massive fraud and save hundreds of billions.
Shocking video from Pratapgarh shows India Post staff throwing mail bags onto railway tracks. The incident, dated Nov 23, has triggered online fury and official action. Read details.
UIDAI announces a new feature allowing users to update their mobile number in Aadhaar from home using OTP and face authentication, eliminating visits to centres. Stay tuned for the launch.
Indian Railways makes OTP verification compulsory for Tatkal ticket bookings starting December 1, 2024. This new rule aims to curb malpractice and ensure fair access. Read details.
The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway begins trial runs, promising to reduce travel time from 6.5 hours to just 2.5 hours. Read about the new route and its impact on connectivity.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel led 241 officials in a 3-day brainstorming camp in Valsad. The focus was on improving health, public safety, green energy, and the service sector. Read more.
Haryana govt appoints Ayush Sinha as Faridabad DC & Phool Chand Meena as GMDA CEO. Orders by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi effective immediately. Read the full story.
Gujarat's Administrative Reforms Commission, led by Hasmukh Adhia, is set to unveil its sixth report focusing on government recruitment processes and filling vacancies. Discover the key recommendations.
Bengaluru Police establishes sophisticated knowledge hub partnering with IISc, NLSIU, NIMHANS and tech startups to combat traffic, cybercrime and drugs. Read how innovation is transforming policing.
Former PM Manmohan Singh defends police forces, highlighting their constant criticism despite dedicated service. Read his powerful message about law enforcement challenges.
Karnataka government launches enhanced e-Swathu 2.0 platform to issue e-khatas for 97 lakh rural properties, establishing dedicated call center support in Yeshwantpur.
Bengaluru police launch innovative cell partnering with IISc, NLSIU, NIMHANS & tech startups to tackle traffic, cybercrime, misinformation & drugs. Read how technology will transform policing.
Residents of Alpha 1 in Greater Noida raise serious concerns over uncollected waste, sanitation issues, and security problems. RWA demands immediate action from authorities to resolve long-standing civic issues affecting daily life.
BMC invites PMC tender for 45m-wide elevated road connecting Dahisar West to Bhayander West, final leg of Mumbai Coastal Road corridor. Project to reduce travel time by 30-45 minutes.
AIIMS Bhopal's high-level meeting reveals financial irregularities in lab contracts and major staff vacancies. Investigation underway amid expansion claims. Read full details.
Bihar Transport Minister Shravan Kumar mandates strict penalties, including heavy fines and license suspension, for vehicles parked on roadsides for over two days to combat fog-related accidents.
Five years after Trichy Corporation installed expensive rainwater harvesting pits, most are now damaged or missing, causing severe waterlogging in low-lying areas during recent rains.
FASTag Annual Pass transforms highway travel with 36.3 lakh users. 20% of car toll payments now use this Rs 3,000 pass covering 200 plazas. Reduces queues and conflicts at toll gates.
PM Modi pushes for AI-driven policing, coastal security revamp, and forensic scaling at DGP conference. Read about India's new vision for security and public safety.
Odisha government mandates employees to submit property statements for promotion consideration. The new directive aims to enhance transparency in government operations.
A non-functional escalator at Varanasi Junction left a differently-abled passenger struggling, raising serious questions about railway infrastructure accessibility. Read more about this concerning incident.
Explore how Generation Z's digital-first approach and communication styles are transforming ethical governance in Indian civil services. Expert analysis on balancing traditional values with modern attitudes.