PCMC Seeks Six-Month Extension for Draft DP Hearings
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation requests six-month extension to complete hearings on draft Development Plan, facing nearly 50,000 objections and political opposition.
Category : Public Policy
Telangana to Hold State-Wide Mock Drills on May 18
The Telangana government will conduct state-wide mock drills on May 18 to assess preparedness for floods, forest fires, and industrial accidents, covering multiple districts.
MCG Warns Employees Against Negligence in Census Duties
MCG commissioner Pradeep Dahiya warned employees against laxity in census duties, threatening FIRs and legal action under the Census Act, 1948.
Maharashtra Committee Seeks Strict Action on Child Marriages
A Maharashtra legislative committee led by MLA Monica Rajale has urged strict action against child marriages during a visit to Nashik, inspecting welfare schemes and facilities.
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Maharashtra Mandates Marathi in Revenue Court Hearings
Maharashtra government mandates Marathi in revenue department quasi-judicial proceedings, with new SOPs requiring hearings twice weekly, digital orders, and reasoned judgments within eight weeks.
Tonk Kalan Factory Blast Death Toll Rises to Five
The death toll in the Tonk Kalan firecracker factory blast rose to five, with 13 workers critical. Factory manager arrested under NSA, safety violations suspected.
NGT plea against C&D waste centre near Dwarka Expressway
Residents of Gurgaon's Dwarka Expressway sectors have approached the National Green Tribunal against a proposed C&D waste collection centre in Sector 106, citing environmental and health risks.
Maharashtra revives plan to control state-funded institute assets
Maharashtra is exploring reviving a dormant board to oversee assets of government-funded autonomous institutes, aiming to prevent land misappropriation while preserving academic autonomy.
Ghaziabad Residents Seek Quick-Response Teams for Tree Emergencies
Ghaziabad residents urge authorities to set up quick-response teams for tree emergencies during monsoon, citing frequent uprooting incidents and risks to life and property.
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BBIT Building Collapses in Gujarat, No Casualties
A building at BBIT in Vallabh Vidyanagar collapsed late Thursday night. No casualties occurred as it was vacant. Over 500 students had exams there earlier. Investigation launched.
Tulika Das Resigns as West Bengal Child Rights Commission Head
Tulika Das resigned as chairperson of West Bengal Commission for Protection of Child Rights after 2.5 years, citing personal reasons. Her tenure was until Dec.
Mother, Son Killed in Madurai Truck Accident
A mother and her son were killed by a speeding truck in Madurai's Koodal Pudur area. Her 14-year-old daughter is hospitalized with injuries. Police are searching for the driver.
Pune Hospital IED Suspect Wanted Money for Treatment
Maharashtra police reveal that the man who planted an IED at a Pune hospital sought funds for his own medical treatment. The device was defused, no injuries reported.
BMC Urges Societies to Water Trees Amid Heatwave
BMC urges Mumbai housing societies to water trees on private premises as soaring temperatures threaten green cover. Civic body also waters roadside trees via tankers during cleaning drives.
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Delhi's Missing Footpaths: The Last-Mile Struggle for Commuters
Amid rising fuel prices and appeals to use public transport, Delhiites face unsafe footpaths, broken pavements, and encroachments, making walking a daily ordeal.
Tamil Nadu Residents Demand Property Tax Audit
Tamil Nadu alliance of resident welfare associations urges state government to launch a transparent statewide audit of residential and commercial buildings to curb tax evasion.
IAS Officer Padma Jaiswal Removed on Corruption Charges
The central government has removed 2003-batch IAS officer Padma Jaiswal from service on corruption charges, following a presidential order based on a UPSC recommendation.
Minister Orders Crackdown on Illegal Quarries in Madurai
Minister C T R Nirmal Kumar directs officials to identify and shut illegal quarries in Madurai, register FIRs, and enforce law and order measures including closure of overcharging liquor outlets and gutka-selling shops.
Kanpur Sanitary Workers Strike Against Privatisation
Around 1,000 sanitary workers of Kanpur Municipal Corporation began an indefinite strike on Friday, protesting the involvement of private companies in garbage disposal.
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Yogi Adityanath Inspects Gorakhpur Road Widening Project
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inspected the road widening project in Gorakhpur, directing officials to expedite work while ensuring public convenience and safety.
Guwahati Bans Earth Cutting in Hilly Areas Till Monsoon
Kamrup (Metro) DC orders halt to earth cutting and filling in hilly terrains, water bodies, and low-lying areas until monsoon ends to prevent landslides and floods.
Bengaluru Forest Dept Criticized for Tree Safety Notice
GBAs forest department faces criticism for a public notice requiring citizens to report dangerous trees on their properties, with experts citing lack of systemic approach and procedural hurdles.
Most fire deaths in Karnataka happen at home, NCRB data shows
NCRB data reveals that residential buildings account for the majority of fire deaths in Karnataka, with 1,953 fatalities from 2020-2024, mirroring a national trend.
Beed Land Scam Probe Widens to Include Entire Admin Chain
The SIT probing the Rs 310 crore land acquisition scam in Beed has expanded its investigation to cover all officials involved, including subordinate staff, and will scrutinize properties of suspects and their relatives.
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Kolhapur Forest Dept Arrests Three More in Amba Fire Case
The Kolhapur forest department arrested three more suspects in connection with a forest fire and trap camera theft in Amba forest under Sahyadri Tiger Reserve. One suspect was earlier nabbed on May 9.
Swachh Survekshan 2025 Inspections Start in Jaipur
A four-member team from Delhi arrived in Jaipur for Swachh Survekshan 2025 inspections, visiting Murlipura and Jhotwara zones to assess sanitation and gather citizen feedback.
NMC Seeks Rs 120 Crore for Ghat Repairs Ahead of Kumbh 2027
Nashik Municipal Corporation has requested Rs 120 crore from the Kumbh Mela Authority to repair bathing ghats along the Godavari river, built during Kumbh 2015, ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela in 2027.
Jaipur Residents Protest JDA Deal to Convert Park into Hospital
Residents of 15 colonies in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar allege JDA signed an agreement to convert a public park into a private hospital, violating court orders and threatening green space.
Delhi Prisons Get Uniform Parcel Policy to Prevent Arbitrariness
Delhi prisons have introduced a uniform parcel policy for inmates to ensure consistency and prevent arbitrary decisions. The new rules standardize item limits and inspection procedures across all jails.
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Kerala HC Orders Temple Amenities Plan in 3 Months
The Kerala High Court directed the Cochin Devaswom Board to formulate a scheme within three months ensuring basic amenities like toilets, drinking water, and parking in all 409 temples under its control.
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