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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India's Healthcare System in Crisis: Regulatory Failure Exposed
A surge in deaths from contaminated drugs and Ayushman fraud reveals a broken regulatory system. India's private healthcare sector, providing 80% of services, operates without oversight. Read the full investigation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How to Talk to Teens About Failure: 7 Sensitive Tips
Discover 7 thoughtful strategies for parents to discuss failure with teenagers sensitively. Learn to listen, share, and encourage without being dismissive.
Indore water contamination deaths reveal failing infrastructure
Indore's 'cleanest city' image shattered as 8 die from contaminated water. Investigation reveals ageing pipelines, ignored warnings, and systemic failures in civic management. Read the full report.
Child Dies in Open Gutter Accident Near GIFT City
A tragic incident in Gandhinagar's Ratanpur village claims the life of a 6-year-old boy who fell into an open gutter. Authorities are investigating the negligence. Read the full report.
Silence Fuels Karbi Anglong Fire: A Communication Failure
An analysis of how a lack of government communication escalated tensions in Assam's Karbi Anglong district. Read to understand the critical role of dialogue in governance.
Indore's Water Disaster Was No Accident
The recent water crisis in Indore was a predictable failure. Explore the systemic lapses in planning, infrastructure, and governance that led to this urban disaster. Learn what must change.
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.
POHA Policy: Performance Over Human Accountability
Srinath Sridharan critiques India's 'POHA' culture, where civic failures causing death are tolerated if they don't affect personal comfort. Read his stark analysis.
Understanding Kakorrhaphiophobia: The Fear of Failure
Discover Kakorrhaphiophobia, the extreme fear of failure. Learn its Greek origin, meaning, and how this common but unspoken fear impacts ambition and growth in India. Take the first step to overcome it.
Delhi's Court Backlog: 5.5 Lakh Cheque Bounce Cases Pending
Over 5.5 lakh cheque bounce cases are choking Delhi's courts, causing years of delays. A failed digital court experiment and lack of reforms leave litigants in limbo. Explore the crisis and solutions.
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.
Governance Failure Leaves Hyderabad, Pakistan Roads in Ruins
Chronic neglect and official apathy have left Hyderabad, Pakistan's roads in a state of dangerous disrepair, crippling daily life and exposing deep governance failures. Read the full report.
Jeremiah Raber Hospitalized with Liver Failure, Blood Sugar 993
Reality TV star Jeremiah Raber faces a life-threatening medical emergency. Learn about diabetic ketoacidosis, acute liver failure causes, and warning signs. Protect your liver health.
NeuroPause Lab's Tech Addresses Critical System Instability Gap
NeuroPause Lab introduces a tech platform to add a verifiable 'pause' between sensing and action, aiming to prevent failures in machines, infrastructure, and diagnostics. Discover how this Indian innovation could enhance safety and accountability.
Indore's Water Contamination Sparks Health, Financial Crisis
Residents of Indore's Bhagirathpura face illness and financial strain due to contaminated tap water. In India's cleanest city, the crisis reveals a bitter irony. Read more.
Indore Water Contamination Deaths: Civic Failure Exposed
A massive health crisis unfolds in Indore as contaminated water leads to deaths and over 66,000 screenings. Read about the systemic failures and the government's response.
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.
Dark Brown Urine: Doctor Explains Kidney & Liver Symptoms
A Quora user's panic about coffee-coloured urine prompts expert advice. Dr Nishchay Bhanuprakash details symptoms of kidney & liver issues and when to seek emergency care.
Indore: 7 Dead, 160+ Ill From Contaminated Water Supply
A shocking probe in Indore reveals a toilet built directly above a main water line caused contamination, killing 7 and hospitalizing over 160. Read the full investigation.
Pune Vimannagar Citizens' Charter Sets Poll Demands
Vimannagar residents demand action on encroachments, water, noise pollution, and road digging from PMC poll candidates. Their vote hinges on written commitments with timelines.
33,606 Nominations for 2,869 Civic Seats in Maharashtra
Maharashtra civic polls see massive rush with 33,606 nominations for 2,869 seats. Pune tops the list. Final candidate list by Jan 3. Explore the reasons behind the surge.
Jalandhar Mayor Lists Key Projects, Vows Swifter Civic Reforms
Jalandhar Mayor Jagdish Raja reviews major civic projects completed in his first year, pledges faster reforms and infrastructure upgrades for 2026. Read his full vision for the city.
Faridabad Rape Highlights Contradiction in India's Justice System
The horrific Faridabad rape case underscores a deep contradiction: society talks consent & equality, but institutions fail survivors. From delayed FIRs to low convictions, the system reassures perpetrators. Read more.
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