In a significant pre-poll development, seven candidates from the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena have been declared winners unopposed in the Thane Municipal Corporation elections. Read the full details and implications.
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court directs status quo at Udhampur site, issues notice on plea seeking Rs 5 crore compensation for alleged illegal demolition of shop structure. Next hearing on Jan 31, 2026.
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.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation outlines a Rs 1,715 crore budget for 2026-27, seeking a substantial grant-in-aid. Read the full financial plan and projections here.
Bengaluru housing scheme beneficiaries protest after 5-year wait, as govt prioritizes Kogilu demolition victims. 550 allottees paid lakhs but got no flats. Details inside.
Mohali Municipal Corporation cracks down on major property tax defaulters, including GMADA with Rs 10 crore dues. Sealing and auction drive initiated. Pay now to avoid action.
Odisha government officially upgrades Puri to a municipal corporation, fulfilling a long-standing demand. Four other towns declared NACs. Read about the expected infrastructure boost.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation issues a 3-day ultimatum to 26 agencies to remove 800 illegal hoardings after empanelment lapses. Failure to comply will lead to BMC action and cost recovery.
BJP secures early victories in Kalyan-Dombivli civic polls as two women candidates elected unopposed. State leaders hail the success ahead of crucial municipal elections across Maharashtra.
Chandigarh UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria advocates extending the mayor's tenure beyond one year, despite the Centre stating no proposal is under consideration. Explore the debate on civic governance reforms.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation achieves major financial turnaround with 22% revenue growth and Rs 30 crore expenditure cut. Details on property tax surge and cost-saving measures inside.
BJP seals a tactical seat-sharing deal with Shiv Sena (Shinde) for Nagpur civic polls, but alliance crumbles in Amravati. Details on the political maneuvering inside.
Shimla's civic body faced a turbulent 2024 marked by development promises, public protests over water and parking, and political challenges. Explore the key events that defined the year.
Authorities in Davangere demolished 16 houses built on encroached government land near the railway track. The action followed a High Court order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Bombay High Court criticizes Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan Dombivli, Bhiwandi-Nizampur corporations for failing to enforce laws against illegal constructions, warning thousands could have been prevented.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation expansion is now official. Will it remain a single mega body or split? Key political and administrative decisions ahead. Read more.
Over 50 HDMC corporators & officials on a 'study tour' to Indore & Ahmedabad, costing ~Rs 1 lakh each, face public backlash for lack of transparency and timing during a funds crisis. Details inside.
All 33 proposals, including the budget, passed in a turbulent Ludhiana Municipal Corporation meeting. BJP councillors staged a walkout over procedural issues. Read the full details.
South Delhi Municipal Corporation demolishes an illegally constructed property in Amar Colony. Five individuals, including the property owner, have been booked for obstruction. Read the full report.
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
AMC demolishes 25 homes in Snehanjali Society, Thaltej, after notices. Residents protest, but accept temporary flats in Gujarat Housing Board colony, Naranpura. Details inside.
Telangana High Court issues notice to state govt on petitions challenging merger of 27 municipalities into GHMC. Petitioners call ordinances unconstitutional. Next hearing on Jan 28, 2026.
Chandigarh's municipal ward count remains at 35 as the delimitation committee finds no justification for change. Key details on the decision and its implications for local governance.
Mormugao Municipal Council recovers Rs 5 crore in principal dues from IOCL. MMC chief officer insists on Rs 3.5 crore interest, funds to benefit employees and laborers. Read the full story.
Congress and INDIA bloc leaders protest Ludhiana Municipal Corporation's demolition drive in Salem Tabri, alleging harassment of poor residents. Read about the political clash and demands for justice.
Over 200 houses demolished in Bengaluru's Kogilu village for waste plant. Residents protest, demand housing. Minister assures talks. Full story on the controversial drive and aftermath.
Maharashtra Municipal Council election results 2025 declared for Nanded and Latur. Get the full list of winning candidates and party-wise performance analysis here.
A look back at the 2022 results in Bhandara, Chandrapur, Hingoli, and Jalna ahead of the crucial 2025 Maharashtra local body elections. Key insights for the political battleground.
SCSSP announces independent run in 29 Maharashtra civic polls, prioritising educated candidates and a 'Singapore-like' urban development agenda for Pune and beyond.
Jalandhar Municipal Corporation razes illegal structure of a woman drug peddler in Basti Bawa Khel. Police case filed, action follows complaints. Read more.