Indian Railways unveils a major expansion plan to double train-originating capacity in 48 key cities, including Delhi and Mumbai, by 2030 to ease congestion and meet rising passenger demand. Discover the full list of cities and the strategy.
BJP denies BMC election tickets to nearly 40% of its 2017 corporators. The move to bring in new faces triggers mixed reactions, with some joining rivals. Read the full story.
As Mumbai's BMC wards are reserved for women, political families field wives, raising questions about true empowerment. Read the full analysis of dynastic politics in local elections.
Analysis of BMC poll nominations reveals nepotism surge, with 43 politicians fielding relatives. BJP, Congress, NCP MLAs among those prioritizing family over party workers. Read the full story.
Trichy Corporation successfully trialed a new Rs 3.7 crore super sucker truck to clear a major drainage block on Puthur Main Road. Read how this advanced machine enhances civic maintenance.
Prakash Ambedkar's VBA could not find candidates for 16 of 21 Mumbai BMC seats allotted to it, handing them back to Congress. The alliance denies any rift, but the move may reshape the electoral battlefield. Read the full analysis.
Mumbai's K-East ward, contributing Rs 526 crore in property tax, grapples with severe civic issues like water cuts, traffic jams, and subway flooding. As BMC polls near, residents hope for change.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan virtually launches Rs 20.77 crore Shankaraguptam drain modernisation to protect Konaseema's coconut farms from flooding. Read about the project's fast-tracked timeline and impact.
BMC announces online admissions for 22 popular CBSE, ICSE, IB & IGCSE schools from Jan 1, 2026. With 2,262 seats, a transparent lottery system will ensure fairness. Apply now!
Mumbai Congress announces first list of 87 candidates for BMC polls amid ticket denial unrest. The list includes kin of senior leaders. Get the latest political updates.
Panchkula Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal inaugurated key infrastructure projects worth Rs 7 crore in wards 19 and 20, focusing on roads, drainage, and waste management. Read about the boost to urban and rural amenities.
BJP quietly issued AB forms post-midnight for BMC polls, avoiding a formal list. The strategy, causing internal dissent over ticket distribution to newcomers and denial to seniors, reveals party unease ahead of crucial Mumbai civic elections.
Ajit Pawar-led NCP reveals its first candidate list for the crucial 2026 BMC elections, naming 37 aspirants. Get the full list and analysis of the party's Mumbai strategy here.
Sewage overflow near Madurai's Meenakshi Amman temple disrupts access for devotees and vendors. Officials cite silt and commercial waste as cause. Read about the impact and civic response.
Delhi PWD launches four major drainage projects worth over Rs 3.8 crore to combat waterlogging in flood-prone areas like Savitri Cinema Road and Okhla. Read the full plan.
Trichy Corporation deploys a high-tech super sucker truck to clear sewer blocks, eliminating manual scavenging. Funded by the 15th Finance Commission, it promises faster, cleaner operations.
Mumbai Congress chief Varsha Gaikwad alleges massive corruption in BMC works, citing a Rs 5,000-crore PAP scam. She claims public funds are being looted since 2022. Read the full chargesheet details.
Indian Railways unveils a massive 5-year plan to double train capacity in major cities, focusing on track tripling and quadrupling. Key routes in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai set for major upgrades.
Indian Railways plans to double originating train capacity in 48 major cities by 2030, with progressive upgrades starting in the next five years to meet surging travel demand.
Aam Aadmi Party releases its second list of 15 candidates for the BMC polls, bringing its total to 36. Mumbai AAP chief Preeti Sharma Menon criticizes rival parties for 'mutual mudslinging' while highlighting AAP's 'Kaam Ki Rajniti'.
GVMC secures a landmark ₹498 crore loan from the World Bank's IFC for a new underground drainage system and sewage treatment plant in Madhurawada, aiming to serve 2.5 lakh residents and curb sea pollution.
Delhi Development Authority launches a 60-day project to overhaul Sarita Vihar underpass drainage to end chronic waterlogging. The plan includes repairing 100 metres of damaged stretch and installing new drain covers.
Trichy Corporation introduces a high-tech super sucker truck worth ₹3.7 crore to clear underground drainage blocks with minimal manual effort, promising cleaner streets.
A suspended CRPF jawan died in Kanpur after falling into a water-filled pit near his home. Locals blame poor drainage. Police are investigating the cause of death. Read the full report.
After a 3-month delay, Buidco restarts Patna's crucial underground drainage project near the railway station. The Rs 15 crore initiative aims to end waterlogging before the 2026 monsoon. Read more.
AAI allocates Rs 11 crore for a new stormwater drainage system at Trichy International Airport to ensure smooth operations during monsoon. The 8-month project will cover critical zones.
MCG initiates Rs 6.5 crore development in Gurgaon's sectors 42 & 43, focusing on roads and drainage. MLA Mukesh Sharma reveals more projects worth Rs 10 crore approved. Read about the planned upgrades.
Visakhapatnam's ambitious ₹940-crore hybrid sewerage project presents a tale of two halves. While the Pendurthi package nears completion and earns revenue, the Gajuwaka-Malkapuram work is stalled at 48%. Read about GVMC's revival plans.
GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan announces a new parking app and multi-level facilities for Hyderabad. Police and civic bodies vow synergy to upgrade drainage and relocate bus stops. Read more.
Mumbai Congress starts screening 950 applicants for BMC polls. City chief Varsha Gaikwad leads interviews as party plans alliances for 227 seats. Read the latest political developments.