Karnataka Excise Licences Increase to 14,101 in 2025
Karnataka's excise licences grew to 14,101 in 2025, driven by demand from hotels and clubs. Bengaluru divisions dominate retail licences, while RVB permits surge due to keg beer popularity.
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FCC Approves Chand Cinema Vending Zone, Activists to Move NGT
Ludhiana's FCC approves a vending zone at Chand Cinema, sparking protests from activists citing environmental and traffic concerns. They plan to appeal to the National Green Tribunal. Read the full story.
Mumbai's Hawker Crisis: No Policy, Footpaths Encroached
As Mumbai civic polls near, illegal hawkers choke 50% of footpaths. BMC data shows 32,415 vendors, but unions claim 4 lakh. A 2014 Act remains unimplemented, policy delayed for a decade.
Mohali vendors oppose mobile licences, demand resolution for 993 cases
Mohali street vendors demand stationary sites for 993 surveyed cases, oppose new mobile licences ahead of Town Vending Committee meeting. They warn displacement may cause social issues.
Ludhiana's Smart City Vending Zone Site Changed
Ludhiana's F&CC approves shifting vending zone to Chand Cinema Road. Officials race to complete Rs 1.20 crore project before Smart City Mission ends in March. Read the full story.
Chandigarh MC to Add Toilets, Water at Vending Zones
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation identifies 9 vending zones for mobile toilets and 27 sites for water tankers to improve hygiene and public health for street vendors and citizens.
Karnataka Weighs Stricter Gun Norms After Ballari Death
The Karnataka government is reviewing private firearm regulations following a Congress worker's death in Ballari. The state has 94,000 active gun licences. Read more on the proposed policy changes.
50 TV Channels Surrender Licences Amid Digital Shift
JioStar, Zee Entertainment, and ABP Network are among 50 broadcasters surrendering TV licences as viewers move to OTT and digital platforms. Crisil report details industry impact. Read more.
Mysuru MP Demands Organised Street Vending Zones
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar pushes for dedicated street vendor zones to balance urban cleanliness with livelihoods. A comprehensive plan is to be prepared for the Heritage City.
US Approves Samsung, SK Hynix Chip Gear Exports to China
The US has approved annual export licences for Samsung and SK Hynix to ship chipmaking equipment to their China facilities through 2026, replacing a more permissive waiver system. This move creates new uncertainty for global memory chip supply.
Vadodara Plans Temporary Street Vending Committee
Vadodara Municipal Corporation proposes a temporary committee to implement street vending rules, pending board approval. Read about the plan to regulate hawking zones and vendor databases.
Patna's 2026 Plan: 26 Vending Zones, Waste-to-Energy Project
Patna Municipal Corporation unveils a 2026 roadmap for cleaner, citizen-friendly infrastructure. Key plans include 26 organised vending zones, a major waste-to-energy project, and city-wide repairs. Read more.
Tambaram's Hawker Crisis: 5,000+ Illegal Vendors Cause Chaos
Tambaram councillors highlight severe encroachment by over 5,000 vendors. Read about the demand for a vending committee and the commissioner's action plan.
Ooty's Water ATMs Combat Plastic, Offer Warm Water for ₹10
Ooty tackles plastic waste with water ATMs. Carry your bottle, get warm water for ₹10. Discover how this Nilgiris initiative is making a big impact. #SustainableTravel #Ooty
Water ATMs, Vending Machines Defunct at Chennai Stations
Drinking water dispensing facilities at Chennai's busiest railway stations remain non-functional for months, leaving lakhs of daily commuters and staff in the lurch. Officials promise revival by Pongal.
Mohali MC earns Rs 1.55 cr from coconut water site auction
Mohali Municipal Corporation generates Rs 1.55 crore revenue by auctioning 27 coconut water vending sites. The highest bid was Rs 12 lakh near Phase 11 gurdwara. Read about the new regulations.
38 Defunct Liquor Licences Up for E-Auction in Coastal Karnataka
Karnataka begins a historic online auction of 38 defunct liquor licences in Dakshina Kannada & Udupi from mid-January. A state-wide move aims for transparency and revenue boost. Details inside.
Chandigarh MC's Anti-Encroachment Drive: 92 Challans Issued
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's Sunday drive removed illegal vendors from footpaths in Sector 15, 41, 22 & Manimajra. 92 challans issued. Officials warn of regular action to decongest areas. Read more.
Rubina Dilaik Stunned by Japan's Hot Coffee Vending Machine
TV stars Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla were thrilled to find hot black coffee in a Japanese vending machine. The couple shares their travel bliss from Japan. Read more!
Madras HC to inspect Marina Beach over vending, Blue Flag plan
Madras High Court judges will inspect Chennai's Marina Beach on December 22 to assess vending regulations and Blue Flag Scheme plans. Key officials must be present.
New Market traders seek CM's help against hawker encroachment
Kolkata's New Market traders appeal to CM Mamata Banerjee to tackle worsening hawker encroachment, citing failed KMC-police drives and lost parking space. Read the full story.
SC to Manimajra Vendors: Vacate Public Spaces in 48 Hours
Supreme Court directs unauthorized vendors in Chandigarh's Manimajra to clear public spaces within 48 hours. Administration must submit compliance report by Thursday. Details inside.
Bengaluru Street Vendors Face Eviction Despite Protection Law
Thousands of Bengaluru street vendors face eviction without designated zones, despite the 2014 Protection Act. Officials cite obstruction, while vendors plead for livelihood. Read the full report.
Trichy clears 1.2 km of encroachments, creates no-vending zones
Trichy Corporation designates two congested stretches as no-vending zones to ease traffic. Over 500 vendors to be relocated to six new sites in a phased move. Details inside.
Two Bikers Killed in Dumka Road Accident
Two daily wage labourers died in a tragic road accident on Pakur-Godda road near Dumka. Their speeding motorcycle collided with a stationary tractor. Read the full report.
Chennai's Manjappai bags at half price from Feb
Tamil Nadu's Meendum Manjappai initiative gets a boost as yellow cloth bags will be sold at half price via vending machines in Chennai from February. TNPCB drives eco-friendly shift.
Gandhi Bazaar footpath encroachments cleared in Bengaluru
Bengaluru civic body removes encroachments from Gandhi Bazaar footpaths, establishes 120 designated vending zones. Commissioner Rajendra Cholan directs vendors to use only allotted areas.
Truck driver dies in crash with unmarked vehicle on KGP Expressway
A truck driver from Rajasthan died after colliding with a stationary, unmarked truck on the KGP Expressway near Faridabad. Police have registered a negligence case. Read the full report.
Chandigarh TVC Meeting Focuses on Street Vendor Welfare
Chandigarh's Town Vending Committee, chaired by MC Chief Amit Kumar, met to streamline street vending, expedite the Manimajra model zone, and form a grievance panel for vendors.
Salem Road Accident Claims Two Lives on Wednesday Night
Two young wall painters died after their speeding two-wheeler crashed into a stationary truck near Thammampatti. Both victims leave behind young wives and children. Read the tragic details.
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