Ballot Papers May Return for Bengaluru Civic Polls
State Election Commissioner G S Sangreshi confirms readiness to hold Bengaluru municipal elections with ballot papers, following Supreme Court directives.
State Election Commissioner G S Sangreshi confirms readiness to hold Bengaluru municipal elections with ballot papers, following Supreme Court directives.
Outgoing Ambala City Mayor Shailja Sachdeva served a legal notice to the municipal commissioner, alleging disrespect and stalled projects during her historic term.
The Andhra Pradesh government has transferred 14 IAS officers, including key postings in Guntur, Tirupati, and Visakhapatnam, as part of a significant administrative reshuffle.
IAS officer Puli Srinivasulu transferred from Guntur municipal commissioner post after 16 months of strict administration that put him at odds with ruling party legislators over bill scrutiny and development works.
Uttar Pradesh launches a time-bound facilitation mechanism, assigning Mukhyamantri Udyami Mitras to handhold investors for the first 60 crucial days. Aimed at boosting ease of doing business and accelerating project execution across the state.
Assam Police awards 21 officers for exceptional dedication to child protection and justice. The Sishu Mitra Awards recognise sensitive handling of child abuse cases.
Chittajit Mitra reviews a satirical book that holds a mirror to India's hidden truths of hypocrisy and power. Read the full analysis of this sharp social commentary.
Madhya Pradesh CM Dr. Yadav champions textiles as key job creator, receives Union Minister's praise for PM MITRA Park progress. MP proposes to host next national conference.
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita unveils strategic roadmap at Guwahati conclave to position India as a global textile hub, focusing on sustainability and innovation. Read the full plan.
Hyderabad Police launches Cyber Mitra, a 24/7 AI-integrated help desk to simplify e-FIR registration for cybercrime victims, aiming for 100% complaint conversion. Learn how it works.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation reviews action plan for Swachh Survekshan 2025-26. Focus on waste management, citizen feedback, and improving last year's ranking. Read the full strategy.
Chandigarh's Municipal Commissioner reviewed the city's waste management, focusing on segregation and processing. New directives aim to improve efficiency within 15 days. Read about the key action points.
Punjab government reshuffles municipal leadership. Five commissioners, including Jalandhar's, get additional charge of other cities. Details on the new appointments and their implications.
Begusarai station introduces AI-based 'Digital Mitra' for faster Tatkal booking and 10 commercial stalls to boost non-fare revenue and passenger amenities. Read more.
Jaipur police cracked a daylight robbery case from December, arresting four men and detaining a minor. The gang snatched Rs 5 lakh from an e-mitra employee after days of planning. Read how CCTV analysis led to their capture.
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announces a new senior residency policy, expands PG courses, and recruits 1000 Rogi Mitras to boost healthcare. Read about the state's major medical reforms.
Patna Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena orders engineers to safeguard city drainage during metro construction. Special teams deployed to monitor major nalas and prevent waterlogging. Read for details.
Mumbai civic body deploys static, videography, and flying squads for strict Model Code of Conduct enforcement during BMC elections. Municipal Commissioner directs ward-wise vigilance.
New Dhanbad Municipal Commissioner Ashish Gangwar outlines a roadmap focused on timely project execution, revenue generation, and tech-driven sanitation to improve quality of life for residents.
Bombay High Court will hear a PIL on Friday challenging the rejection of nomination forms for BMC polls. The plea alleges arbitrary actions by officials to favour the ruling party. Read the full story.
Punjab govt orders chargesheeting of two Kharar municipal officials for negligence after a newly recarpeted road failed within days. Probe reveals major lapses and misuse of funds.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation revives camera-based surveillance, collecting nearly Rs 3 lakh in fines to boost cleanliness for Swachh Survekshan 2025. Commissioner appeals for public cooperation.
VMC Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu conducted surprise inspections in three wards, finding sanitation issues. Officers have one week to clear encroachments and improve cleanliness or face action.
Industry leaders praise UP's improved governance & infrastructure. CII delegation meets CM Yogi, highlights AI-powered single-window clearance Nivesh Mitra 3.0 for faster approvals.
Mysuru City Corporation expands its Amrith Mitra scheme, proposing to hand over 63 parks to women self-help groups for upkeep and empowerment. Read about the successful pilot and future plans.
A high-level CII delegation met CM Yogi Adityanath, crediting improved law & order, infrastructure, and the Nivesh Mitra portal for making Uttar Pradesh a top investment destination. Read more.
Top industrial leaders met CM Yogi Adityanath, citing improved law & order and infrastructure. The state's single-window portal, Nivesh Mitra, to get AI upgrade soon. Read more.
A CII delegation met CM Yogi Adityanath, praising UP's improved law & order, infrastructure, and digital systems. The state is emerging as a prime investment destination. Read more.
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Indore collector Shivam Verma steps in after the removal of IMC commissioner and deputy over Bhagirathpura crisis. Political friction leaves administration in confusion. Read the full story.