Mumbai Slum Dwellers Protest SRA's Developer Termination Move
Residents of Worli SRA housing societies protest as authority moves to terminate developer, jeopardizing homes for 2,500 families. Threaten BMC election boycott. Full story inside.
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Bombay HC Sets Up Panel for Khar West Land Dispute
Bombay High Court forms a 3-member committee to resolve a land dispute in Khar West between Koli community's traditional fish-drying rights and a slum rehabilitation scheme. The state must decide by Jan 10.
Jaipur's Kathputli Nagar grapples with severe sanitation issues
Behind Jaipur's vibrant facade, Kathputli Nagar slum battles overflowing drains, garbage piles, and broken toilets. Residents plead for municipal intervention. Read the full investigation.
Kolkata Slum Fire Sparks Political Row, Mamata Orders Probe
A massive fire destroyed Ghuni Basti slum in New Town, affecting 300 families. CM Mamata Banerjee orders probe as BJP alleges TMC conspiracy linked to voter list revision. Govt assures help with new documents.
Ghuni Fire Probe Ordered, 75 Families Lose Homes
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee orders probe into Ghuni settlement fire affecting 400+. BJP alleges link to voter list, TMC dismisses claims. Details on relief efforts.
BJP: 'Sponsored' slum fire to protect illegal voters in WB
BJP alleges a slum fire was orchestrated to disrupt voter roll revision in West Bengal, exposing illegal vote banks. TMC and Congress dismiss the claims. Read the full political clash.
Critical Need for Asbestos Checks Before Demolishing Old Homes
Demolishing older Indian homes without asbestos checks poses severe cancer risks. Learn why pre-demolition surveys are non-negotiable for safety and legal compliance.
Indore's Slum-Free Plan: 16,000 PMAY Houses by 2027
Indore launches a massive urban renewal drive, targeting 16,056 new flats under PMAY 2.0 to become slum-free in five years. Learn about the ₹2,200 crore project and its impact.
AAP MLA: Opposition Misleading on Mohali Demolition Drive
AAP MLA Kulwant Singh clarifies the Mohali demolition drive is under HC orders, not state govt. He accuses opposition of politicizing the issue. Read the full details.
Dharavi Redevelopment Shifts from Key-to-Key Promise
Thousands of Dharavi residents must move to transit homes for redevelopment, contradicting earlier promises. SRA CEO details the plan and offers. Read the full story.
Parel residents complain to MPCB about SRA site pollution
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
JDA demolishes building in Jaipur over approval row
A six-storey building in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar was demolished by JDA for lacking its permission. Owners claim JMC sanctioned the plan for Rs 1.25 lakh, highlighting a major coordination failure between civic bodies.
HC Stays Demolition of 27 Bareilly Houses, Cites Due Process
Allahabad High Court halts demolition of 27 homes in Bareilly's Shahabad, directing authorities to follow due process. Residents get temporary relief as court sets hearing timeline.
Illegal Properties of Accused Maulvi Demolished in Bharuch
Bharuch administration demolishes illegal constructions linked to a maulvi booked for rape and forced conversion. Heavy police presence ensured order during the action. Read the full details.
SC grants 7-day interim protection in UP demolition case
Supreme Court grants one week interim relief to petitioners facing property demolition in Uttar Pradesh. The bench questioned the use of Article 32 petitions. Read the full details.
NCP-SP Threatens to Stall Airoli-Kalwa Rail Corridor Survey
The crucial survey for Thane's delayed Airoli-Kalwa elevated rail corridor faces a halt as NCP-SP demands a written rehabilitation pact for 750+ affected slum families. Read the full story.
Illegal Mazar Demolished in Balrampur on Court Orders
Balrampur administration demolishes illegally built 'mazaar' on police station land after court order. The structure was allegedly erected in 2013 under former SP MLA's influence.
Pune Teen's TEDx Poems Highlight Slum Talent
15-year-old Vaishnavi Gaikwad from Pune's Burma Shell Basti wows TEDxKharadi with poems on biryani & student stress. Discover how a community project is nurturing young voices.
Mumbai First-Floor Slum Dwellers Housing Eligibility
Maharashtra government seeks SRA report on making first-floor slum residents eligible for free housing. Financial implications under scrutiny ahead of BMC polls.
Jammu journalist's home demolition sparks political row
72-year-old Ghulam Qadir Daing's house demolished by JDA after 35 years. BJP, Congress leaders visit family. CM Omar Abdullah questions if religion was factor. Hindu neighbor offers land.
Youth Congress protests Raipur chowpatty demolition
Youth Congress and NSUI members gherao Raipur police station over FIR filed against workers protesting demolition of popular food court. Demands restoration of youth hub.
Mumbai School Demolished, Students Get Kitchen Instead
A BMC primary school in Sewri was demolished for redevelopment but never rebuilt. 250 students were shifted to a one-room kitchen, enrollment dropped to 9. Read the shocking details.
Delhi MCD Bypoll: AAP's Crucial 12-Ward Test
AAP battles to regain momentum in Delhi MCD bypolls for 12 vacant wards. Campaign focuses on local issues, slum demolitions, and reconnecting with its core support base ahead of major elections.
Massive Dhaka Slum Fire Leaves Thousands Homeless
Devastating fire destroys 1,500+ homes in Dhaka's Bhashantek slum, leaving 15,000 residents homeless. Relief efforts underway as families face immense losses.
Delhi to renovate 2,416 flats for slum dwellers
Delhi government directs officials to renovate 2,416 flats in Sawda Ghevra for slum dwellers by January 15. The move ensures basic amenities before allocation. Read more.
50 Illegal Structures Demolished in Jagadhri Operation
Municipal Corporation tears down 50 illegal constructions in Jagadhri's Krishna Colony. Authorities vow zero tolerance against unauthorized development. Read full details.
BMC demolishes 201 illegal houses in Salia Sahi
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation continues demolition drive in Salia Sahi, removing 283 illegal structures over two days to make way for left parallel road. Evicted families being relocated to Buddha Vihar.
Massive Eviction Drive in Bhubaneswar's Salia Sahi
BMC, BDA conduct large-scale demolition in Bhubaneswar's biggest slum amid protests. 82 unauthorized houses demolished, police deployed. Read full details.
Delhi MCD Bypolls: AAP vs BJP Over Demolitions
As Delhi faces MCD bypolls in 12 wards, AAP launches campaign focusing on BJP-led demolitions while BJP dismisses allegations as fear tactics. Key political battle intensifies.
Jagadhri Demolition Drive Targets Illegal Colony
Municipal Corporation conducts major demolition drive in Jagadhri's unauthorized colony. 50 illegal structures removed in compliance with High Court orders. Details inside.
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