Goa government clarifies that rural villages included in the NAKSHA aerial survey will not be classified as urban. Officials aim to dispel fears about property takeover and explain the survey's benefits for land records and planning.
A devastating fire in Mumbai's Goregaon slum claimed three lives. Sanjog Pawaskar and his two children died as neighbors struggled to break through jammed doors. Read the full report.
The Indian government has established detailed Standard Operating Procedures for approving religious sites within protected forest and wildlife zones. Learn about the new rules and their implications.
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
BJP's Vinod Mishra campaigns for BMC re-election, highlighting his work on slum rehabilitation and COVID relief. He asserts voters in his diverse constituency prioritize development over religion. Read his full story.
Historic first PMC elections in Pune's 23 merged areas. Former sarpanches contest on development agenda, addressing long-pending civic issues like water and roads. Read more.
A family in Ranchi's Dhurwa slum endures anguish as their two children, aged 5 and 4, remain missing for a week despite police searches. Read their heartbreaking story.
Shiv Sena's Ashwini Hande, undergoing cancer treatment, campaigns for a second term as BMC corporator from Ghatkopar West's Ward 128, prioritizing slum redevelopment.
Maharashtra revenue minister announces permanent land titles for 16,000 families in Chandrapur slums, a major step for inclusive urban development. Read more.
The promise of self-governance in Jharkhand's Scheduled Areas is being lost under bureaucratic control, as PESA rules fail to deliver autonomy. Read the full analysis.
Ahead of BMC elections, parties pledge solutions for Mumbai's housing crisis, focusing on slums, old buildings, and community rights. Explore the key manifesto promises.
Mumbai's SRA has surveyed over 8.8 lakh slum homes, collecting biometrics from 6.1 lakh residents. The crucial survey, key to slum rehabilitation, will now extend into 2026. Read the latest updates.
Bombay High Court clarifies that cooperative housing societies are not 'establishments' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, providing relief in a case involving a building manager's claim. Read the full legal analysis.
BJP's Mumbai chief Pavan Tripathi unveils plans for a religious tourism corridor linking four major temples, predicts Mahayuti's big win in BMC polls, and commits to a slum-free, secure Mumbai. Read the full interview.
Mumbai's N ward, covering Ghatkopar & Vikhroli, faces slum issues and political realignment ahead of BMC polls. Read about the key challenges and electoral battle.
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
Mumbai-based Memon businessman Parvez Suleman Lakdawala receives an honorary doctorate at the UK's House of Lords for his three-decade contribution to real estate and slum redevelopment. Discover his journey.
Ghaziabad police issued a strict warning to a station house officer after a video showed him pretending a mobile phone was a scanner to detect illegal migrants. An inquiry is now underway. Read the full details.
Ghaziabad police issue strict warning to Kaushambi SHO after video shows him using a mobile phone as a 'scanner' to detect illegal migrants. An inquiry has been initiated.
AAP leaders in Patiala demand formal commercial status for areas functioning as business hubs. Mayor Gogia assures proposal will be considered, aiming to curb corruption and boost civic revenue.
Bengaluru's Peenya industrial hub will soon receive 20 million liters per day of high-quality treated water from the BWSSB, reducing reliance on groundwater and Cauvery water. Learn about this major sustainability initiative.
Bombay civil court invalidates a 1978 slum notification on Godrej & Boyce's Vikhroli land, shielding it from state acquisition. Read the full legal victory details.
A video shows a UP police officer claiming a device can detect Bangladeshi citizenship by scanning a man's back. The incident in Ghaziabad has triggered a major backlash. Read the full story.
Ghaziabad police officer Ajay Sharma held a phone to residents' backs, claiming it could detect nationality. The incident, caught on video, has sparked an inquiry. Read the full details.
A Ghaziabad police officer held a mobile phone to slum dwellers' backs, claiming it could detect their nationality. The incident, caught on video, has prompted an inquiry. Read about the shocking verification drive.
India recorded 166 tiger fatalities in 2024, with over 60 occurring outside protected reserves. Discover the causes, state-wise data, and conservation challenges.
A CAG audit reveals 85% of beneficiaries in Karnataka's mining districts don't know about the PMKKKY scheme, despite Rs 3,902 crore spent. Read about the awareness gaps and government's next steps.
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
Ludhiana district administration initiates a detailed ground survey in Lal Dora areas to identify illegal constructions and encroachments. The move aims to enforce building bylaws and ensure planned development.
A scooter accident involving a child led to mob violence and vandalism in a Ghaziabad slum. Police arrested five individuals. Read the full details of the incident and charges filed.