Shiv Sena Eyes Key Role in Pune Civic Body Despite Solo Run
The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena contests Pune civic polls separately but aims for a key role post-elections, highlighting strategic political moves in Maharashtra.
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Maharashtra Civic Polls: Jan 15 Holiday May Close Schools
Maharashtra declares public holiday on Jan 15, 2026, for civic polls in 29 municipal corporations. Schools & colleges likely closed, but students must confirm with their institutions.
Maharashtra loses Rs 1,415 cr pollution funds over poll delays
Twenty civic bodies in Maharashtra, including Mumbai's BMC, missed Rs 1,415 crore in central air quality grants due to delayed local elections. Funds for EVs, dust control halted.
Nagpur Railway Gets Smart Digital Locker Facility
Central Railway introduces a fully automated, cashless Smart Digital Locker system at Nagpur Station. Offers secure, self-service luggage storage with OTP/QR access. Check rates and details.
Bengaluru: Probe into 1,000+ sites on park land ordered
The High Court orders a committee to investigate how over 1,000 residential sites were built on land meant for parks and civic amenities in Bengaluru layouts. Details inside.
Why Mumbaikars Contest BMC Polls: University Study
A University of Mumbai study uncovers the real reasons behind entering BMC elections, from political ambition to business interests. Discover the findings shaping Mumbai's civic politics.
NER GM inspects Gorakhpur–Yesvantpur Express for passenger facilities
NER GM Uday Borwankar conducted an onboard inspection of the Gorakhpur–Yesvantpur Express, reviewing safety, cleanliness, and amenities for passengers, including divyang facilities. Read the full report.
Bengaluru Court Orders Probe Into Park Land Scam
A Bengaluru court has ordered a committee to investigate the illegal conversion of park and amenity land into over 1,000 residential sites by a developer. Read the full story.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Digital Push for 4 Lakh New Voters
With 993 candidates for 151 seats, Nagpur's civic election campaign pivots to social media & WhatsApp to target 4 lakh new voters in a tight 10-day window. Discover the digital battle shaping the outcome.
Akasa Air Passengers Stranded in Pune for Over 6 Hours
Over 200 Akasa Air passengers in Pune faced severe delays on flights to Goa and Ahmedabad, with waits exceeding 6 hours and no clear communication from the airline. Read about their ordeal.
Mohali MC Seeks Rs 1,000 Crore from GMADA for Sectors
Mohali Municipal Corporation demands a separate ₹1,000 crore fund from GMADA for developing transferred sectors, citing lack of basic amenities and sanitation. Mayor warns of excluding areas if funds not provided.
Nagpur residents end poll boycott, opt to vote for amenities
Residents of Bamleshwari Nagar in Nagpur, who boycotted the 2019 elections over lack of basic amenities, now plan to vote in NMC polls on Jan 15, calling their earlier protest counterproductive.
Nagpur Voters Boycott Polls Over Broken Infrastructure
Frustrated residents of Nagpur's Prabhag 2 announce election boycott over unfinished sewer lines and poor roads. Nearly 12,000 voters to abstain in protest.
Nagpur Voters Confront Ex-Corporators Over Civic Failures
As Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections near, frustrated citizens confront former corporators over years of neglect in drainage, water, and roads. Read about the rising public anger.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Flawed Affidavits Raise Transparency Concerns
A review of Nagpur Municipal Corporation election affidavits reveals incomplete, unreadable documents, raising serious questions about voter transparency. Read the full investigation.
Lucknow to develop sports facilities under flyovers
Lucknow Municipal Corporation plans to develop sports courts, parking, and public amenities under flyovers on Munshipulia-Polytechnic corridor. Approved by CM, work to start soon.
NER GM Borwankar Reviews Safety & Infrastructure Projects
Northeast Railway GM Uday Borwankar reviewed progress on safety, passenger amenities, and infrastructure projects. He stressed timely completion without quality compromise. Details inside.
Nashik Civic Polls Focus on Godavari, Basic Facilities
Ahead of Nashik's January 15 civic polls, 735 candidates outline agendas for clean Godavari, better roads, water supply, and development. Key leaders share their vision for a transformed city.
Mumbai Congestion Delays IndiGo Flight to Nagpur
Heavy air traffic at Mumbai airport caused a significant delay for an IndiGo flight to Nagpur. Passengers faced a two-hour wait. Read more about the air traffic congestion issues.
Chandigarh MC to Add Toilets, Water at Vending Zones
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.
SC Questions Karnataka's PFAR Policy for Bengaluru
Supreme Court criticizes Karnataka's Premium FAR policy, warning it will worsen congestion and strain amenities in Bengaluru's narrow-road areas. Read the full story.
Chandigarh to Install Mobile Toilets at 10 Sites
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation earmarks 10 key locations for mobile toilets and water tankers to improve public sanitation and water access for residents and visitors.
BMC Makes Essay Mandatory for All 2,516 Election Candidates
In a historic BMC election move, all 2,516 candidates had to submit a 100-500 word essay on local development plans. The rule, first used in 2018 bypolls, divided political aspirants. Read the full story.
Hubballi families wait months for promised homes
36 families displaced for road work in Hubballi face indefinite wait for compensatory housing, contrasting with swift Bengaluru rehab. Officials cite power connection issues.
Thackeray: Cancel 68 Unopposed Civic Poll Wins
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demands cancellation of 68 unopposed civic poll wins, calling it a 'robbery' of Gen Z's voting rights. He alleges misuse of power and threats to candidates.
Ladki Bahin Dec payout delay worries Mahayuti ahead of polls
Delay in December installment of Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana creates voter unease for ruling alliance ahead of Jan 15 Maharashtra civic elections. Read about the political implications.
Chikkamagaluru villagers oppose Rani Jhari entry fee
Residents near Rani Jhari in Chikkamagaluru protest the forest department's Rs 30 entry fee proposal, citing lack of basic amenities like roads and water. They demand infrastructure improvements first.
UP Bus Stations Get Passenger Help Desks & Digital Displays
UPSRTC's 'Citizen First Initiative' introduces help desks, digital boards & better amenities at 280 bus stations for 55 crore annual passengers. Minister Dayashankar Singh directs upgrade.
Ajit Pawar defends NCP's tickets to candidates with criminal cases
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar defended NCP's decision to field candidates with criminal backgrounds for Pune civic polls, citing 'innocent until proven guilty'. He also promised a probe into PCMC irregularities if NCP wins.
Delhi-Patna trains delayed up to 12 hours due to dense fog
Dense fog and poor visibility severely disrupted train operations on the Delhi-Patna route, causing massive delays and passenger hardship. Key trains like Rajdhani and Sampoorna Kranti were delayed by over 10 hours. Read more for details.
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