Jalandhar Mayor Lists Key Projects, Vows Swifter Civic Reforms
Jalandhar Mayor Jagdish Raja reviews major civic projects completed in his first year, pledges faster reforms and infrastructure upgrades for 2026. Read his full vision for the city.
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1920 Gadag school transformed by community, enrolment up
A century-old government primary school in Gadag's Pethalur village gets a massive facelift through community & CSR efforts, boosting student strength from 140 to 220. Read how they did it without education dept funds.
AIFF Demands ISL Club Participation Confirmation by Jan 2
The All India Football Federation has asked ISL clubs to confirm their participation for the upcoming season. The federation must submit reports to the sports ministry by January 2. Get the latest updates here.
WFH & Women's Double Burden: Kerala's Right to Disconnect Bill
Kerala's Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 aims to help workers, but does flexible work truly ease women's burdens? Explore the complex reality of digitalisation, unpaid care work, and needed structural support.
Maharashtra Civic Poll Ticket Chaos Erupts in Nashik
Disgruntled BJP ticket aspirants chased vehicles carrying nomination forms in Nashik, highlighting the intense internal strife plaguing Maharashtra parties ahead of civic polls. Read the full report on the unfolding political drama.
Nagpur Civic Polls See Last-Minute Nomination Rush
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's zonal offices witnessed a chaotic last-day scramble as 1,457 candidates filed nominations for civic polls. See the zone-wise breakdown and scenes from the ground.
Poor Public Turnout at Mangaluru's Pre-Budget Meeting
Mangaluru's pre-budget consultation saw dismal public participation. Citizens expressed frustration as past suggestions were ignored. Key issues like revenue collection and waste management were raised.
Governance and Political Churn Shape Kapurthala's Civic Issues
Explore how governance challenges and political realignments in Kapurthala are impacting local civic discourse, from infrastructure woes to public discontent. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Nomination Filings Slow, Parties Hold Back
With only 48 hours left, Nagpur's civic election scene remains subdued as political parties tightly control nominations. Over 6,400 forms procured but only 21 filed, revealing intense behind-the-scenes bargaining. Read the full analysis.
Mangaluru's Drug Menace: Police, Public Unite for Action
Mangaluru police chief urges students, parents & religious leaders to join forces against drugs. 25 peddlers arrested in a week. Learn how the city plans to become drug-free.
NCP Alliance Talks for Pune Civic Polls Hit Dead End
Crucial seat-sharing negotiations between NCP (SP) and NCP for the Pune Municipal Corporation elections have failed. Polling for 29 Maharashtra civic bodies is set for January 15.
Mangaluru Seeks Public Suggestions for 2026-27 MCC Budget
Mangaluru City Corporation invites citizens, RWAs, and NGOs to a public consultation on Monday to shape the 2026-27 budget. Share your voice!
Centre Upset Over Poor Pariksha Pe Charcha Response in Maharashtra
Centre expresses disappointment as Maharashtra lags in Pariksha Pe Charcha 9 registrations. State officials instructed to boost participation to meet 65 lakh target. Details inside.
BJP Seeks Nagpur Citizens' Input for NMC Election Manifesto
BJP launches 'Suggestions from Nagpurkars' campaign for Nagpur Municipal Corporation polls. Citizens can submit ideas via QR code to shape the party's development manifesto for a modern Nagpur.
India's Labour Market and the 'Missing Twins' Challenge
India's labour market grapples with deep-rooted gender disparities, the most persistent challenge according to experts. Explore the causes and potential solutions for inclusive growth.
Pune Residents Demand Basic Civic Facilities Before Elections
Residents of Pisoli, Undri, Mohammadwadi & NIBM Road in Pune demand water, roads & sewage before PMC elections. Read their charter of demands.
Pune's Carol Singers Spread Joy, See Rise in Youth Participation
As Christmas nears, choir groups across Pune take to the streets, singing carols in multiple languages. Youth participation has surged, with groups visiting homes, the elderly, and spreading a message of unity and hope. Read more.
Equity Investor Growth Slows to 13.2 Lakh in November: NSE
India's equity markets added 13.2 lakh new investors in Nov 2025, an 11.6% MoM decline. Total base hits 12.3 crore. Read the full regional breakdown and analysis here.
New Investor Additions Fall 11.6% in November: NSE
NSE data reveals a slowdown in new investor registrations, with only 13.2 lakh additions in November 2025, marking an 11.6% monthly decline. Explore the regional trends and causes behind the cooling momentum.
PMC Polls: Candidates Prepare Detailed Manifestos for Voters
With less than a month for PMC elections, aspirants across parties are finalizing manifestos focusing on water, health, and traffic. Read how they plan to connect with Pune's voters.
AAP to Contest 227 Seats in Maharashtra Civic Polls
The Aam Aadmi Party announces its ambitious plan to contest 227 seats in the upcoming Maharashtra civic body elections, marking a major expansion of its political footprint beyond Delhi and Punjab.
Pune Ward 11 Citizens' Forum Drafts Election Manifesto
Residents of Pune's Ward 11 present a manifesto to election candidates, demanding action on encroachments, noise pollution, and better public transport. Read their key civic demands.
Shillong City Beautification Drive Launched by CM Conrad Sangma
Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma launched a city beautification drive in Shillong, distributing grants and inaugurating CCTV installations. The initiative focuses on making towns clean, green, and safe with community participation.
Sebi Approves Easier IPO Lock-in Norms & New Disclosure Framework
SEBI simplifies IPO lock-in compliance for pledged shares & introduces a tech-driven 'draft abridged prospectus' to boost retail investor participation. Key changes explained.
VB-G RAM G Bill's 60-Day Farm Season Pause: Labour Shortage Debate
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
Pradhan: States to Play Role in New Higher Education Regulator
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defends the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, stating it brings state participation, unlike UGC. Bill referred to House panel.
Chandigarh's New App to Simplify Traffic Violation Reporting
Chandigarh Traffic Police is developing a geo-tagged mobile app for citizens to report violations. The app, inspired by Delhi's Traffic Prahari, aims to boost road discipline through public participation.
India's unemployment rate falls to 4.7% in November
India's unemployment rate for those aged 15+ fell to an 8-month low of 4.7% in Nov. Rural joblessness hit a record low of 3.9%. Read the full PLFS data analysis here.
Societal Involvement Crucial for Effective Education
Education expert Dr. Sridhar Srivastava argues that true learning requires collaboration between schools, families, and communities. Discover how societal involvement can transform India's education system.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: BJP's 2017 Dominance Faces New Test
As Maharashtra gears up for crucial municipal corporation elections in January 2025, we analyze if the BJP can hold its 2017 dominance amidst fractured alliances and party splits. Read the full analysis.
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