Several gram panchayats in Telangana see zero nominations for sarpanch and ward member posts due to flawed reservation quotas, leading to stalled local democracy. Read about the impact and official concerns.
The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) has initiated a process to cut 10% of its contractual staff to reduce costs. Departments must submit detailed reports by December 17.
The proposed delimitation of wards in Mohali ahead of the 2026 civic polls has ignited a fierce political battle. Congress alleges AAP of bias, while the ruling party calls it a standard procedure. Read more.
Nashik Municipal Corporation introduces a single-window online system to speed up No-Objection Certificate issuance for municipal election candidates. Learn how the new process works.
The Academy unveils Oscar shortlists for 12 categories. Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' leads with 7 mentions. India's 'Homebound' is in the International Feature Film race. Full list inside!
Pimpri Chinchwad civic chief approves major contracts and housing draws just before election announcement, sparking activist concerns. Read the full details.
Ranchi traffic police to get 10 new camps with toilets & rest areas via IOC's CSR. First post ready at Sujata Chowk. Plan aims to aid personnel, especially women constables.
MVA alliance finalises seat-sharing for Kolhapur polls with Congress as senior partner. BJP-led Mahayuti also gears up for civic battles in Sangli and Ichalkaranji. Key details inside.
State Election Commission announces civic body polls in Maharashtra, ending long waits. BJP begins candidate selection, while legal questions over reservations arise in Chandrapur. Read the full analysis.
Boman Irani's directorial debut 'The Mehta Boys' makes a splash at the Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 with seven nominations. Discover the categories and the film's journey.
Bigg Boss Tamil 9 Week 9 delivered high drama with Aadhirai's unexpected comeback, impacting FJ-Viyana's bond. Discover who is safe and who faces elimination. Stream now on JioHotstar!
Phase-III of Telangana panchayat elections sees a surprising lack of candidates for 11 sarpanch and 100 ward member posts. Nagarkurnool district records the highest gaps. Explore the details and implications.
The Critics Choice Association reveals nominees for its 31st awards. Netflix's 'Adolescence' and Warner Bros.' 'Sinners' dominate. Full list of film and TV contenders inside.
A total of 64 nominations filed for Zila Parishad and 424 for Block Samiti seats in Jalandhar district. Polling scheduled for July 10. Get the full candidate list and details here.
The first elections in demerged Phursungi-Uruli Devachi fuel calls for a dedicated civic body for Pune's east. Experts & politicians cite PMC's overstretched limits & poor amenities. Read more.
Violence erupted in Punjab as Congress, SAD, and AAP workers clashed during the final day of filing nominations for zila parishad and panchayat samiti polls. Details inside.
BJP secured 7 seats in the MCD by-elections, strengthening its position. AAP won 3, Congress 1, and Forward Bloc 1. The results impact the balance of power ahead of the 2025 mayoral polls.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation provides sanitation kits to 1,500+ staff for monsoon safety. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and worker welfare.
Congress-backed & independent councillors in Almora begin an indefinite protest, citing administrative stagnation, monkey menace & lack of a permanent municipal commissioner. Read more.
An internal audit of Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation reveals a staggering loss of crores in potential advertisement revenue due to poor management. Find out the key findings and what it means for the city.
Three candidates file nominations for Phagwara Block Samiti elections in Jalandhar. Scrutiny on July 10, withdrawals by July 12, and voting on July 17. Get the latest updates.
Nashik Municipal Corporation's bond issue for Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 oversubscribed 3.95 times, raising Rs 200 crore. NSE MD highlights investor confidence in municipal bonds. Read more.
Nashik Municipal Corporation lists Rs 200 crore 'Clean Godavari Bonds' on NSE to fund key infrastructure, including sewerage and Ram Jhula, ahead of the 2027 Kumbh Mela. Read more.
Governor Jishnu Dev Varma signs ordinance merging 27 municipalities into GHMC to boost administrative efficiency and service delivery in Hyderabad's expanding metro region. Details inside.
Kolkata reports 122 new dengue cases in one week, total reaches 1,501. South Kolkata neighborhoods show steady spike while BMC area crosses 400 cases. Learn prevention tips.
Jayme Lawson reveals Sinners cast group chat remains active after film's 5 Grammy nominations. Exclusive details on Oscar buzz and behind-the-scenes bonding. Read more!
Voting begins for 12 MCD wards in Delhi with 51 candidates in fray. Results will test political mood after BJP's assembly victory. Follow live updates.
Supreme Court orders immediate elections for 29 Maharashtra municipal corporations while questioning Nagpur's 54.30% reservation breach. Results for Nagpur and Chandrapur to remain provisional.
Exclusive interview with Anoushka Shankar on her 30-year musical journey, emotional Kolkata return, Grammy-nominated album with Alam Khan, and thoughts on AI in music. Discover her inspiring story!
Hyderabad's GHMC becomes India's largest municipal corporation after merging 27 surrounding municipalities, covering 2,053 sq km - larger than Delhi, Mumbai & Bengaluru.