Maharashtra Revenue Minister announces a comprehensive property registration drive in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar post-civic polls to resolve ownership issues and update records. Read details.
Tamil Nadu wildlife officials satellite-tagged a 40kg Olive Ridley turtle on Besant Nagar beach for real-time ocean tracking. This pioneering move aims to map migration and conserve the species.
Gurgaon's MCG accelerates property tax recovery, collecting Rs 30 crore in 1.5 months and sealing 55 properties. The civic body now targets illegal commercial activities in residential areas to boost revenue for city development.
Karnataka cabinet extends B-khata to A-khata conversion to all urban centres, aiming to bring lakhs of unauthorised properties into the tax net and formal framework. Details inside.
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has successfully recovered ₹295 crore in outstanding property tax from defaulters in 2025 through a special recovery drive. Discover how the civic body is boosting its revenue.
Bengaluru's BBMP achieves a 99% processing rate for nearly 9 lakh e-Khata applications, marking a major digital governance milestone. Discover the impact on property owners.
Supreme Court hearing revives debate on microchipping & geo-tagging strays. Bengaluru's 2024 pilot project and activist opposition under scrutiny. Read the full analysis.
In Pune's civic polls, candidates deploy tech-upgraded auto rickshaws with GPS, Bluetooth speakers for voter outreach. Costs range Rs 3,000-5,000 daily. Discover how this cost-effective method is changing the game.
Uttar Pradesh cabinet extends concessional stamp duty of Rs 5,000 on gift deeds for commercial & industrial properties among family members. Move aims to make transfers affordable & transparent.
A man stole an ambulance in Uttar Pradesh's Siddharthnagar but was arrested after losing his way. Police tracked the vehicle using its GPS device. Read the full story.
Karnataka govt suspends 5 sub-registrars for a major property registration fraud involving e-khata system. 1,332 properties illegally registered in one year. Full details inside.
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A leopard captured in Mumbai's suburbs is now being monitored via GPS & radio signals. Forest staff & an NGO team are tracking its movements. Read more.
Forest officials are tracking a leopard released after a Bhayander attack using a GPS radio collar. Monitoring aims to prevent future man-animal conflicts in MMR. Read more.
A Chandigarh woman's unique New Year's Day run, tracing the number '26' across 26 km, goes viral. Discover her inspiring story and the message behind the fitness feat.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directs the use of GPS-enabled rovers for land consolidation to ensure transparency and curb corruption at the grassroots level.
Uttar Pradesh's GPS-based tracking system for PDS vehicles has become a game-changer, preventing theft and leakage of foodgrains. Discover how real-time surveillance ensures fair distribution.
Uttar Pradesh mandates GPS tracking for all vehicles transporting foodgrains from FCI depots to fair price shops. Over 5,000 vehicles are now under digital surveillance to prevent diversion and black marketing.
A GPS-guided robot named 'Tank Williams Jr.' painted the field for the 2026 Under Armour All-America Game in hours, a job that used to take a crew 4 days. Discover how automation is changing sports field management.
Mohali Municipal Corporation launches a strict drive against property tax defaulters. Major commercial & industrial units face sealing & auction if dues not cleared in 3-day grace period. Pay now to avoid action.
Private schools in Karnataka challenge a government directive to tag students from unrecognised institutions, calling it illegal. The move follows a Special House Committee's recommendations.
Tambaram Corporation introduces a flat ₹500 fee for property tax name changes, down from thousands. This new uniform rate, effective January, brings major relief to residents and aligns with Greater Chennai Corporation's model.
Bengaluru's New Year celebrations saw thinner crowds and robust police deployment, ensuring safety but impacting business for city-centre pubs and restaurants. Read the full report.
MCG Gurgaon sealed seven properties for non-payment of Rs 1.8 crore in property tax. The drive, led by Zonal Taxation Officer Pankaj Kumar, resulted in a single-day collection of Rs 7 crore. Read more about the crackdown and the use of AI to boost revenue
Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi warns of strict action, including FIRs and licence cancellation, against forced tagging and overpricing of fertilisers. Read the full story.
Technical glitches in Chennai's official bus app show wait times of up to 13 days, leaving commuters stranded. Officials cite GPS integration issues. Read more.
Chandigarh's UT estate office has launched complete digital processing for property applications, from transfers to OC, cutting paperwork and visits. Discover the new reforms.
A Rs 12 crore fraud involving a non-existent flat in Gurgaon's Camellias exposes critical gaps in property verification and broker-led resale deals. Read how the scam unfolded.
Uttar Pradesh's drug regulator proposes geo-tagging wholesalers and stricter licensing after busting a massive codeine syrup cartel. 79 FIRs filed, 85 arrested. Details inside.
Discover the top 5 GPS smartwatches for precise outdoor tracking in India. From Garmin to Apple, find the perfect watch for your adventures. Read now!