Rayanal Lake in Hubballi's Ward 32 is severely contaminated by sewage, causing a foul stench and health risks. Residents urge authorities for a development plan. Officials promise a DPR soon.
Delhi government appoints District Magistrates for three new districts—Patel Nagar, Sarita Vihar, and Model Town—as part of a major administrative overhaul to improve governance. Learn the key appointments and implications.
Madhavaram Lake in Chennai will become the city's first restored waterbody to offer jet ski rides and boating from Pongal. The Rs 11.56 crore project aims to create a leisure hub for North Chennai.
Madhavaram Lake in North Chennai is set to open as a major leisure hub with jet ski and boating facilities after a Rs 4.56 crore restoration. A new attraction for Pongal holidays!
A JCB's entry into Vidyaranyapura Lake for alleged BWSSB work sparks confusion among Bengaluru citizens about which body is in charge of lake supervision and conservation efforts.
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) sealed 15 commercial properties for property tax default, recovering over ₹1.5 crore. The crackdown targets major defaulters across the city.
Chandragiri Properties announces a major ₹200 crore residential launch in Bengaluru, strengthens its Hyderabad pipeline to 1 million sq ft, and accelerates its long-term land bank strategy in Amaravati.
Lionel Messi has appreciated his 70ft statue in Kolkata's Lake Town, says Minister Sujit Bose. An enquiry committee is probing the Salt Lake stadium fiasco. Details inside.
The sudden, unexplained rise in Lonar Lake's water level has submerged ancient temples. IIT Bombay scientists are now investigating this geological mystery in Maharashtra. Read for details.
Explore the transformation of Mumbai's Dadar Parsi Colony over 100 years. Discover how Parsi covenants, heritage charm, and modern towers coexist in this unique urban enclave. Read the full story.
Punjab government postpones transfer of 4 prime PSPCL properties in Ludhiana & Jalandhar under OUVGL scheme amid engineer protests. Plans to generate ₹2,700 crore from sales.
Bidhannagar Police arrest three more individuals linked to the Salt Lake stadium rampage during the Messi event. Total arrests now nine. Details on the accused and court proceedings inside.
Pallavaram Periya Eri, Chennai's largest lake on Radial Road, lies choked with sewage & encroachments. Restoration funds fail to revive a water source that could double supply. Details inside.
Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner HV Darshan mandates 24/7 lake patrols to stop land grabs. Officials face legal action for negligence. Read the latest directives.
After decades of pollution, Bengaluru's Byramangala lake is set for a major revival. A Rs 391-crore govt plan includes a new STP to clean the waterbody by 2028-29. Read the full story.
Chandigarh administration, asked by MHA for plans, is reluctant to grant major relaxations on leasehold, registry & FAR. Officials vow strict adherence to PMO-approved CMP-2031 to protect city's character.
Telangana Waqf Board chairman reveals over 46,000 properties are on the Umeed portal, with 33,500 Gazette-notified. Deadline missed, extension sought. A key step in safeguarding assets.
The UMEED portal for waqf property registration closed on Dec 6 with over 5.17 lakh uploads. Minister Rijiju announced a 3-month penalty waiver for genuine cases. Explore the state-wise data and next steps.
The Umeed portal's initial registration phase concludes with over 500,000 Waqf properties documented. This marks a major step in transparency for India's Waqf assets. Read the full report.
The deadline for registering waqf properties on the central Umeed portal ended Dec 6 midnight. Thousands of properties remain unregistered. The Waqf Tribunal can now grant extensions.
The deadline for uploading waqf property details to the UMEED portal ended Saturday. While no extension is possible, a 3-month grace period without penalties has been announced. Read the full details.
Last-minute rush to register waqf properties on Umeed portal leaves thousands unlisted in Telangana. Mutawallis must now seek tribunal extensions. Details inside.
Chennai's plan to create a seventh reservoir at Retteri Lake, worth ₹43 crore, is stuck for two years due to encroachments and sewage inflow. The project aimed to add 10MLD water supply.
Kacharakanahalli lake in North Bengaluru, dead for nearly 30 years due to encroachment, has been revived. Read about the two-year restoration effort and remaining challenges.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav launches 20 new Shikara boats on Bhopal's Upper Lake, boosting water tourism. Experience Dal Lake-like rides with food and shopping. #Bhopal #Tourism
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates the newly redeveloped Vastrapur Lake in Ahmedabad, along with civic projects worth Rs 1,506 crore. Read about the new features and entry fee.
A spontaneous trip to Ladakh's Pangong Lake reveals stunning beauty and harsh, freezing realities. Read this travelogue on preparing for the extreme climate of one of India's most iconic destinations.
With a deadline tomorrow, Waqf boards across India face an uphill task uploading property details on the Centre's UMEED portal. Technical glitches and document scarcity hinder progress, with UP at 36% and Bengal at 12% registration. Muslim MPs seek extens
A visit to Pilerne Lake in North Goa reveals a troubling scene: a potential birdwatching paradise suffocated by aquatic plants and trash, yet still home to fascinating bronze-winged jacanas. Discover the lake's dual reality and the fight for its future.
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board seeks a deadline extension for uploading waqf property details on the UMEED portal, citing technical issues and last-minute rush after the Supreme Court refused an extension. Read the full story.