UP Cop Uses 'Device' to Check Citizenship, Video Viral
A video shows a UP police officer claiming a device can detect Bangladeshi citizenship by scanning a man's back. The incident in Ghaziabad has triggered a major backlash. Read the full story.
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Ghaziabad SHO's Fake Scanner Stunt in Slum Verification
Ghaziabad police officer Ajay Sharma held a phone to residents' backs, claiming it could detect nationality. The incident, caught on video, has sparked an inquiry. Read the full details.
Ghaziabad SHO uses phone as 'scanner' to detect illegals
A Ghaziabad police officer held a mobile phone to slum dwellers' backs, claiming it could detect their nationality. The incident, caught on video, has prompted an inquiry. Read about the shocking verification drive.
5 Arrested in Ghaziabad After Accident Triggers Mob Violence
A scooter accident involving a child led to mob violence and vandalism in a Ghaziabad slum. Police arrested five individuals. Read the full details of the incident and charges filed.
Surat Aims to Be India's First Major Slum-Free City
Gujarat government announces ambitious plan to make Surat India's first slum-free metropolis. Slum population has dropped from 38% to 5% in 20 years. Discover the state's urban transformation strategy.
Surat on Track to Become India's First Slum-Free City
Gujarat's Surat is poised to make history as India's first slum-free city by 2027, with over 15,000 families already rehabilitated under a massive redevelopment plan. Discover the details of this urban transformation.
BJP Leads in Mumbai Slum Wards, Wins 38 of 96 Corporator Seats
BJP becomes single largest party in Mumbai's slum-heavy civic wards, winning 38 seats. With over 40% of city in slums, housing redevelopment now key voter issue. Explore the shifting political dynamics.
Naidu Orders Immediate Housing for Vizag Slum Families
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu directs urgent construction of houses for Visakhapatnam slum dwellers. Minister Narayana visits Velampeta, pledges swift action for 177 families.
Dharavi Redevelopment Construction Begins on Railway Land
The ambitious Dharavi redevelopment project in Mumbai shifts from plan to reality as construction work commences on a 6.5-acre railway land parcel. This marks a crucial step in transforming Asia's largest slum.
HC Shocked, Orders Probe into SRA Developer's Finances
Bombay High Court orders SRA CEO to probe a developer with minimal bank balance who sold nearly 531 flats. HC calls it 'shameful' and hints at money laundering. Read the full story.
Scottish Lady's Legacy: Transforming a Bengaluru Slum
Discover the inspiring story of Scottish missionary Jane Gault, the 'Angel in Tweeds,' who dedicated her life to uplifting a Bengaluru slum, leaving a legacy of education and hope that endures today.
Mumbai Slum Dwellers Protest SRA's Developer Termination Move
Residents of Worli SRA housing societies protest as authority moves to terminate developer, jeopardizing homes for 2,500 families. Threaten BMC election boycott. Full story inside.
Bombay HC Sets Up Panel for Khar West Land Dispute
Bombay High Court forms a 3-member committee to resolve a land dispute in Khar West between Koli community's traditional fish-drying rights and a slum rehabilitation scheme. The state must decide by Jan 10.
Jaipur's Kathputli Nagar grapples with severe sanitation issues
Behind Jaipur's vibrant facade, Kathputli Nagar slum battles overflowing drains, garbage piles, and broken toilets. Residents plead for municipal intervention. Read the full investigation.
Kolkata Slum Fire Sparks Political Row, Mamata Orders Probe
A massive fire destroyed Ghuni Basti slum in New Town, affecting 300 families. CM Mamata Banerjee orders probe as BJP alleges TMC conspiracy linked to voter list revision. Govt assures help with new documents.
Ghuni Fire Probe Ordered, 75 Families Lose Homes
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee orders probe into Ghuni settlement fire affecting 400+. BJP alleges link to voter list, TMC dismisses claims. Details on relief efforts.
BJP: 'Sponsored' slum fire to protect illegal voters in WB
BJP alleges a slum fire was orchestrated to disrupt voter roll revision in West Bengal, exposing illegal vote banks. TMC and Congress dismiss the claims. Read the full political clash.
Indore's Slum-Free Plan: 16,000 PMAY Houses by 2027
Indore launches a massive urban renewal drive, targeting 16,056 new flats under PMAY 2.0 to become slum-free in five years. Learn about the ₹2,200 crore project and its impact.
Dharavi Redevelopment Shifts from Key-to-Key Promise
Thousands of Dharavi residents must move to transit homes for redevelopment, contradicting earlier promises. SRA CEO details the plan and offers. Read the full story.
Parel residents complain to MPCB about SRA site pollution
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
NCP-SP Threatens to Stall Airoli-Kalwa Rail Corridor Survey
The crucial survey for Thane's delayed Airoli-Kalwa elevated rail corridor faces a halt as NCP-SP demands a written rehabilitation pact for 750+ affected slum families. Read the full story.
Pune Teen's TEDx Poems Highlight Slum Talent
15-year-old Vaishnavi Gaikwad from Pune's Burma Shell Basti wows TEDxKharadi with poems on biryani & student stress. Discover how a community project is nurturing young voices.
Mumbai First-Floor Slum Dwellers Housing Eligibility
Maharashtra government seeks SRA report on making first-floor slum residents eligible for free housing. Financial implications under scrutiny ahead of BMC polls.
Mumbai School Demolished, Students Get Kitchen Instead
A BMC primary school in Sewri was demolished for redevelopment but never rebuilt. 250 students were shifted to a one-room kitchen, enrollment dropped to 9. Read the shocking details.
Delhi MCD Bypoll: AAP's Crucial 12-Ward Test
AAP battles to regain momentum in Delhi MCD bypolls for 12 vacant wards. Campaign focuses on local issues, slum demolitions, and reconnecting with its core support base ahead of major elections.
Massive Dhaka Slum Fire Leaves Thousands Homeless
Devastating fire destroys 1,500+ homes in Dhaka's Bhashantek slum, leaving 15,000 residents homeless. Relief efforts underway as families face immense losses.
Delhi to renovate 2,416 flats for slum dwellers
Delhi government directs officials to renovate 2,416 flats in Sawda Ghevra for slum dwellers by January 15. The move ensures basic amenities before allocation. Read more.
Massive Eviction Drive in Bhubaneswar's Salia Sahi
BMC, BDA conduct large-scale demolition in Bhubaneswar's biggest slum amid protests. 82 unauthorized houses demolished, police deployed. Read full details.
Woman Killed, Man Critical in Punjabi Bagh Shooting
A woman was brutally killed and a man critically injured in a shooting inside Delhi's Punjabi Bagh old slum area. Police investigation underway.
Bombay HC Orders Alternative Land for SGNP Rehabilitation
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra government to identify three 90-acre lands for SGNP slum dwellers rehabilitation within two weeks. Court emphasizes resolution needed by December 3 hearing.
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