Category : Public Policy


BMC's New Waste Fees & Fines Start Thursday

Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation introduces slab-wise monthly user charges for door-to-door waste collection and fines for violations. New rules mandate waste segregation at source.

Bhopal Adopts Cow Dung Paint for City Beautification

Bhopal's civic body plans to use eco-friendly cow dung paint for its annual beautification drive ahead of Swachh Bharat Mission Survey 2026. The move aims to boost rankings, create jobs, and promote sustainability.

Delhi's 2025 vehicle boom: A pollution warning in disguise

Delhi's record 8.16 lakh vehicle sales in 2025 reveal a worrying trend: 7.2 lakh were private, petrol-dependent vehicles, overshadowing public transport growth. Experts warn of worsening congestion and air quality. Read the full analysis.

Bandra Fort Garden sees new work, BMC clarifies

Fresh work at Mumbai's Bandra Fort Garden, revamped last year for Rs 17 crore, surprises locals. BMC says it's a selfie point project by Mumbai Maritime Board, not junking new railings. Details inside.

Bengaluru NYE Buzz Fizzles: Bookings Down 30%

Bengaluru's New Year's Eve celebrations see a major slump with pub bookings down nearly 30%. High liquor prices, midweek date, and restrictions cited as key reasons. Discover why the city's party scene is unusually quiet.

BEST bus crash in Bhandup kills 4, injures 10

A BEST bus crash in Mumbai's Bhandup area claims 4 lives, raising serious questions about the efficacy of post-2024 safety reforms. Read about the failures and demands for accountability.

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