NCP's BMC Poll Manifesto Promises Major Mumbai Infrastructure Push
NCP releases manifesto for BMC polls 2026, pledging 500 km of new roads, AI traffic management, and e-governance. Polling on January 15 for 29 civic bodies. Get the latest updates.
NCP releases manifesto for BMC polls 2026, pledging 500 km of new roads, AI traffic management, and e-governance. Polling on January 15 for 29 civic bodies. Get the latest updates.
59 out of 2,869 municipal corporation posts in Maharashtra to be elected unopposed on Jan 15. State Election Commission clarifies polls cannot be held with NOTA as sole option, sparking debate.
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's purchase of branded cricket shoes for corporators sparks controversy. Mayor Pinki Soni approved only one pair, but officials tried for two. Read the full story.
Hubballi-Dharwad Mayor Jyoti Patil instructed an L&T manager to learn Kannada for public communication during a phone-in program. The mayor also addressed 22 civic complaints and announced plans to improve garbage collection.
CREDAI Hubli-Dharwad announces Recon Expo 2026, a massive real estate & construction exhibition from Jan 9-11. Explore plots, flats, and modern designs. Discover investment opportunities in North Karnataka's growth story.
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation collected ₹510 crore in property tax last fiscal. With new assessments and revised structures, it aims for ₹600 crore this year. Read how they plan to achieve it.
New Dhanbad Municipal Commissioner Ashish Gangwar outlines a roadmap focused on timely project execution, revenue generation, and tech-driven sanitation to improve quality of life for residents.
A BJP worker's arrest in Karnataka's Hubballi leads to conflicting claims. Police say she undressed herself, while BJP alleges assault. Get the full details of the incident and ongoing investigation.
A BJP worker in Hubballi claims she was assaulted and stripped by police. The incident, linked to a voter list revision dispute with a Congress corporator, is under review by top police officials.
A BJP woman worker in Karnataka alleges she was stripped and assaulted by police during arrest in Hubballi. The incident sparks major political outrage. Read the full details.
Key political parties in Maharashtra, including BJP, Shiv Sena, Congress, and NCP, have begun early preparations for the crucial 2026 municipal corporation elections. Get the latest updates on manifestos and strategies.
Dharwad High Court and district courts were evacuated on January 6, 2026, following bomb threat emails. Security was heightened and proceedings suspended. Read the latest updates.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation's garbage vehicles are openly violating transport rules, with hanging bags and open trailers causing traffic hazards and spilling waste. Officials promise action.
Hubballi-Dharwad faces a severe garbage crisis as waste piles up in key localities despite HDMC deploying 270+ vehicles. Residents demand urgent action and a cleaner city.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launches an intensive door-to-door campaign with 60 teams to enforce waste segregation at source. Learn about the fines and the city's green initiative.
BJP's Chandrashekhar Bawankule defends unopposed municipal elections, calling them a sign of development-oriented consensus. He counters opposition criticism, citing examples from gram panchayats.
A gas cylinder leak explosion in a Dharwad home injured six. Minister Santosh Lad visited victims, highlighting the critical need for kitchen ventilation and leak checks to prevent such tragedies.
Amritsar receives a major Rs 15 crore grant for crucial water supply and sewerage system upgrades. Learn how this funding will improve city infrastructure and public health.
Karnataka police arrest two more individuals, bringing total to four, for posting derogatory content online targeting actor Darshan's wife. Read the latest details.
A 15-year-old girl was sexually harassed by three minors in Hubballi. Police have registered a case under the POCSO Act. Details on the incident and legal action.
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Odisha government initiates public consultation to expand Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations. Puri officially declared a metropolitan city for planned development. Details inside.
Patna's municipal water supply is now confirmed safe, meeting all quality norms. Authorities are conducting rigorous inspections and upgrading infrastructure to ensure clean water. Read the full report.
BJP's Bokaro unit announces a major protest on January 7, demanding immediate municipal elections in Jharkhand and electoral reforms. Leaders Bauri and Narayan lead the charge.
Mahayuti alliance secures 64 seats uncontested in Maharashtra municipal corporation elections ahead of January 15 polling. Key wins in Kolhapur, Pune, and other regions.
Chandigarh administration decides to retain the existing 35 municipal wards, postponing delimitation. The move awaits final approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Read for details.
GVMC cancels flawed tender for Mudasarlova horse-riding centre, orders probe & recovery of Rs 3 crore advance. New tender to involve private investment, no public funds. Details here.
In a significant pre-poll development, seven candidates from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have been declared winners unopposed in the Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Read the full details and implications.
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.