Varanasi's Kisan Phool Mandi undergoes transformation as 62 vendors apply for legal contracts after municipal action against illegal occupants. Corporation aims for direct vendor agreements to eliminate middlemen.
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation sealed six commercial buildings for unpaid dues. Meanwhile, an MLA intervened to stop the removal of roadside vendors in Model Town.
BMC orders all fish, meat, and poultry sellers to implement strict waste disposal practices by February 2026 to prevent bird strikes at airport and ensure public health.
The West Bengal government has sanctioned additional funds under the 'Amader Para Amader Samadhan' scheme for road repairs and footpath construction in New Town, Kolkata.
The Bombay High Court declined to restrict liquor sale ban only to polling day, upholding Maharashtra rules that prohibit sales before, during, and after elections.
The Bombay High Court denied interim relief to liquor retailers, upholding a three-day sales ban in Mumbai during the BMC elections. The court cited existing rules while agreeing to examine constitutional challenges later.
Delhi government admits street vendor regulation remains largely on paper with lapsed committees and incomplete surveys, leaving thousands without formal protection.
A viral Instagram video of Times Square, focusing on street vendors, has resonated deeply with Indian viewers, drawing comparisons to Delhi's bustling markets. Discover the familiar global energy of street life.
Trichy Corporation clears 125 vendors from NSB Road near Rockfort Temple, offering four alternative sites. Enforcement advanced due to potential court stay. Read the full story.
HDMC successfully relocated 180 vegetable vendors into the renovated Janata Bazar, easing traffic and improving pedestrian safety in Hubballi. Read about the resolution to the months-long issue.
Bumper local harvest in Kolkata slashes winter vegetable prices by 10-15%. Cauliflower, cabbage, carrots become affordable. Find out which veggies are cheapest and the one exception.
A roadside mutton market near Nagpur airport, blamed for bird strikes & stray dogs, is now a key issue in civic polls. BJP pushes for removal, Congress seeks relocation to protect livelihoods. Read more.
Panchkula Municipal Corporation awards a decade-long contract to JP Enterprises for street vendor management. New monthly fees and vendor welfare schemes announced. Union threatens legal action. Read the full details.
As Mumbai civic polls near, illegal hawkers choke 50% of footpaths. BMC data shows 32,415 vendors, but unions claim 4 lakh. A 2014 Act remains unimplemented, policy delayed for a decade.
Mohali street vendors demand stationary sites for 993 surveyed cases, oppose new mobile licences ahead of Town Vending Committee meeting. They warn displacement may cause social issues.
Three students from a Ranchi coaching institute arrested for a fatal hit-and-run after a clash outside a disco bar. Police reveal the sequence of events leading to the Garhwa youth's death. Read the full details.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launched a significant anti-encroachment operation on Wednesday, targeting illegal vendors and structures to restore pedestrian pathways and civic order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
A 35-year-old pregnant woman, Sanoli Patel, died after being assaulted by neighbours in Varanasi during a dispute over an auto-rickshaw. Police have arrested four accused. Read the full story.
Young volunteers, with The Ugly Indian and BBMP, revitalized a key stretch of St John's Church Road near Ulsoor Lake. See how community action is changing Bengaluru's face.
Unauthorized food stalls in Ludhiana are occupying footpaths and parking spaces, causing severe traffic congestion and pedestrian issues. Residents demand immediate action. Read more.
Madurai Corporation permits 103 evicted street vendors to resume business near Meenakshi Amman Temple. Deputy mayor cites peak season livelihood concerns. Read the full story.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation identifies 9 vending zones for mobile toilets and 27 sites for water tankers to improve hygiene and public health for street vendors and citizens.
Ranchi's anti-encroachment drives offer only temporary relief as vendors return within days. Residents demand sustainable solutions and designated vending zones. Read more.
The 800m footpath near Kotturpuram Urban Forest, meant for greenery, is now littered with liquor bottles and debris due to poor upkeep and lack of civic sense. Residents demand action. Read more.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's enforcement wing launched a major drive against illegal vendors and encroachments across key sectors, issuing 164 challans to ensure pedestrian safety and city aesthetics. Read more.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's enforcement drive targets illegal vendors to ensure pedestrian safety and public order. Mayor also welcomes Nagar Kirtan and releases 2026 calendar.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation mandates underground utility planning beneath footpaths before road construction in TP schemes to prevent repeated digging. Learn the new guidelines.
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar pushes for dedicated street vendor zones to balance urban cleanliness with livelihoods. A comprehensive plan is to be prepared for the Heritage City.
A woman in Bengaluru's Sahakara Nagar had a miraculous escape after a speeding car, allegedly driven by an intoxicated man, mounted the footpath on New Year's Eve. Police are investigating.
NC chief Farooq Abdullah condemns recent assaults on Kashmiri shawl sellers in Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Himachal, warning against extremist ideologies. Read the full report.