Bombay HC: No OC Without Sewage Plants, Blacklist Builders
The Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra civic bodies to withhold occupancy certificates from buildings lacking proper sewage treatment plants and to blacklist errant developers.
The Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra civic bodies to withhold occupancy certificates from buildings lacking proper sewage treatment plants and to blacklist errant developers.
Congress appoints ministers and an advisor as in-charges for municipal elections across Telangana. They will oversee strategy and candidate selection in 116 municipalities and seven corporations.
Industry and trade associations in Gaya urged Bihar's electricity regulator to install underground cables and relocate poles, citing traffic and safety issues. They also opposed proposed tariff increases.
The Telangana cabinet, led by CM Revanth Reddy, approved municipal elections for 123 urban bodies and allocated Rs 2,787 crore for Hyderabad Metro land acquisition. Key decisions include developing Medaram as a major pilgrimage site.
Lucknow implements extensive VVIP security measures ahead of the 86th All India presiding officers' conference, deploying over 1,683 personnel and specialized units for the six-day event.
The BJP has clinched 1,425 out of 2,869 seats in Maharashtra's recent civic polls across 29 urban local bodies, securing nearly 50% of the total seats.
Counting begins for Maharashtra civic elections including BMC. BJP-Shiv Sena alliance aims for victory while opposition hopes for comeback in key urban bodies.
A CAG report tabled in Goa's assembly reveals only 78% of urban waste was treated from 2017-22, leading to new dumpsites and highlighting planning failures.
Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena's performance in all 29 municipal corporations of Maharashtra in the 2026 civic polls is analyzed, highlighting key wins and challenges.
The State Election Commission announced that 65 candidates across ten municipal bodies in Maharashtra have been elected unopposed. This development comes as vote counting continues for 29 other civic bodies.
Pooja Sharma's life changed forever after her brother's murder. Now she performs last rites for unclaimed dead bodies, finding peace in this sacred responsibility.
Maharashtra local bodies election results will be declared today. Exit polls predict a strong performance by the BJP-Shiv Sena Mahayuti alliance across municipal corporations.
Police recover bodies of a woman and her three children tied together near Gandak river in Muzaffarpur. Family alleges abduction and murder while police investigate suicide angle.
Maharashtra's civic body elections recorded a voter turnout between 46% and 50% across key urban areas. The polls, held for municipal corporations and councils, saw moderate participation amid local governance issues.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's scheduled appearance at the Akal Takht secretariat faces timing confusion, with sources indicating a middle path is being sought to resolve the issue.
Delhi Development Authority has submitted a Rs 76 lakh plan to National Green Tribunal for restoring four water bodies in Mundka village, with completion targeted for October 2026.
Israel has suspended relations with several UN bodies and ordered a review of others, citing concerns over bias and anti-Israel actions in international forums.
The central government is preparing a blueprint to grant municipal bodies greater financial autonomy, aiming to accelerate local infrastructure development ahead of the Union Budget 2026.
The Union Government has notified the National Sports Governance and National Sports Bodies Rules, 2026, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in sports administration across India.
US rugby player Ilona Maher responds to a man who commented she looked pregnant. Her viral video defends normal women's bodies and demands an end to careless remarks.
A shocking digital survey exposes massive encroachments on Bengaluru's lakes, with 730 out of 837 water bodies illegally occupied. Discover the details of Karnataka's water heritage crisis and the new tech-driven fightback.
Telangana Congress launches aggressive campaign for municipal polls, aiming for 90% seats. Ministers assigned constituencies, CM to monitor strategy. Elections likely in mid-February.
Jat organizations urge the government to include the contributions of Raja Nahar Singh and Sir Chhotu Ram in school curricula and public memory. Learn about their legacy and the call for historical justice.
India asserts its commitment to multilateralism after the US withdraws from 66 international bodies, including the International Solar Alliance. Delhi eyes diplomatic challenges and China's potential rise.
Himachal Pradesh High Court mandates panchayat and urban local body elections before April 30, rejecting govt's disaster-related deferral plea. Key dates and details inside.
Anna Science CentreāPlanetarium in Trichy invites children for a special sky observation program this Saturday evening. Witness planets through telescopes, weather permitting. Don't miss this stellar experience!
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant directs an end to internet disruptions from cable cuts, responding to a joint plea from nine major industrial bodies. Immediate action promised.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis forecasts a sweeping win for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in urban local body polls, citing development as the key voter driver. Read the full analysis.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann reshuffles cabinet for 9th time, hands crucial Local Bodies portfolio to Sanjeev Arora ahead of Feb municipal polls. Arora now holds 4 key departments.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reacts to High Court's directive to hold Panchayati Raj elections before April 30, 2026. Read the latest on the legal and political implications.