Gurgaon's 2027 Digital Census: Mobile App, Two Phases
Gurgaon gears up for its first fully digital census in 2027, using a mobile app and online portal for self-enumeration. Learn about the two-phase schedule and key officials.
Category : Governance
Railways to Install CCTV in Kitchens, Upgrade Kerala Stations
Indian Railways mandates CCTV in cooking areas for hygiene, reveals major station development plans for Kerala, including Kollam's Rs 361 crore renovation. Read for details.
MCG Recovers ₹295 Crore in Property Tax from Defaulters
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has successfully recovered ₹295 crore in outstanding property tax from defaulters in 2025 through a special recovery drive. Discover how the civic body is boosting its revenue.
Panchkula's 10-Year Vendor Plan Sparks Union Opposition
Panchkula Municipal Corporation awards a decade-long contract to JP Enterprises for street vendor management. New monthly fees and vendor welfare schemes announced. Union threatens legal action. Read the full details.
Chandigarh MC fines 16 for littering in public places
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation intensifies enforcement, issuing 16 challans in a week for solid waste violations. Officials used evidence from garbage to trace offenders. Read more.
Delhi's Water Billing Crisis: 60% Not Receiving Bills
Delhi government plans a complete overhaul of its water billing system as 60% of consumers don't get bills. Smart metering and a waiver scheme are key to recovering Rs 5000 crore dues.
Chandigarh's Key Meet: Paid Parking, E-Office Progress
Chandigarh's high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary H Rajesh Prasad advances paid parking, paperless e-office adoption, and biometric salary linkage. Key updates inside.
Gurgaon's Rs 9.6 Cr 6-Month Waste Fix Amid Long-Term Delays
MCG Gurgaon awards Rs 9.6 crore, 6-month contracts to 4 firms for doorstep waste collection, a temporary fix as a Rs 327 crore 5-year plan awaits state approval. 400 vehicles deployed.
Karnataka HC Orders E-Tenders to Stop Fake Documents
Karnataka High Court directs state to implement mandatory electronic tender submission via E-Procurement Portal to prevent fraud. Justice Suraj Govindaraj dismissed a contractor's petition on Jan 8, 2026.
Karnataka to classify 41,849 water bodies for clarity
Minister N S Boseraju directs officials to survey and classify Karnataka's 41,849 water bodies to resolve ownership and status confusion. A crucial step for water resource management.
Punjab Govt Assigns Additional Charge to 5 MC Commissioners
Punjab government reshuffles municipal leadership. Five commissioners, including Jalandhar's, get additional charge of other cities. Details on the new appointments and their implications.
Jalandhar ADC Reviews Republic Day 2024 Arrangements
Additional Deputy Commissioner Vishesh Sarangal reviews Republic Day arrangements in Jalandhar. Focus on security, cultural programs, and smooth execution. Read the full plan.
State Orders Strict Road Construction Norms for Ludhiana MC
Local Bodies Department directs Ludhiana MC to enforce road quality norms, mandatory lab tests & on-site supervision to ensure smooth travel and prevent fund wastage.
India's Signal-Free Roads: Successes, Failures & Lessons
From Kota's ambitious overhaul to Bokaro's natural flow, India's signal-free road experiments reveal key insights into traffic management and driver behavior. Discover the Rs 2,000 crore project's impact.
Bengaluru's Dangerous Subways Threaten Pedestrians
Dilapidated and flooded subways in Bengaluru endanger pedestrians, forcing them to risk lives on busy roads. Authorities must act now to fix this civic failure.
Bengaluru e-Khata: 99% of 9.1 Lakh Apps Cleared
Greater Bengaluru Authority's e-khata drive achieves 99% disposal rate for 9.1 lakh applications. West zone leads in volume. Discover how the digital system is maturing.
Delhi's Grand 200+ Item Menu for Govt Events Revealed
Delhi government releases an extensive 200+ item catering menu for official functions, featuring Indian classics. Discover the full list and pricing details here.
Delhi's NDMC sets up aggressive dog shelter, 100 feeding spots
NDMC establishes a dedicated shelter for aggressive strays in Moti Bagh and 100 designated feeding points across Delhi. Learn about the new ABC drives and online pet registration portal.
Margao CCTV leads to Rs 25,000 fine for illegal waste dumping
Margao Municipal Council's new CCTV surveillance at black spots identifies first offender dumping commercial waste. Swift police action leads to a hefty Rs 25,000 fine. Read how tech is curbing pollution.
Gadkari Orders Probe into Sleeper Bus Fires, 145 Dead
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari demands state-level investigations into corruption and safety lapses in sleeper bus manufacturing after fatal fires. New V2V tech also announced to curb accidents.
Panaji's New Sewer Line Under Cleaning, Not Commissioned
IPSCDL clarifies water near manholes is part of routine maintenance, not sewage overflow. No risk to Panaji's water supply, says official. Smart City Mission work continues.
BJP MP on Kalahandi's Rise, AI in Governance & Education
BJP Rajya Sabha MP details Kalahandi's development journey from distress to prosperity, highlights pioneering drone labs in schools, and shares insights on AI's role in governance and India's global tech ambitions.
Karnataka to count lakes, resolve ownership confusion
Karnataka minister NS Boseraju directs officials to prepare an accurate list of all water bodies to end inter-departmental ambiguity and protect lakes from encroachment. Urgent action ordered.
237 Power Projects Fast-Tracked Under PRAGATI Scheme
Over 10 years, PM Modi's PRAGATI scheme fast-tracked 237 power projects worth ₹10+ lakh crore, commissioning 43 delayed works. Discover how proactive governance boosted India's energy infrastructure.
Chennai: Power supply suspended in Valasaravakkam, Porur Friday
Power supply will be suspended in parts of Valasaravakkam and Porur in Chennai from 9 am to 2 pm on Friday. Check the full list of affected areas here.
Berhampur orders contractor to rebuild sub-standard road
Berhampur Municipal Corporation cracks down on poor road construction, forcing a contractor to rebuild 315 metres at his own cost after failed quality tests. Read more.
New Crest Gate Installed at Tungabhadra Dam in Munirabad
The 18th new crest gate is now in place at Karnataka's Tungabhadra Dam. Work accelerates to replace all aging gates by next June under a Rs 52 crore contract. Read the latest updates.
Delhi Updates: Civic, Traffic & Political News for Jan 8
Stay ahead with the latest from Delhi! Get major updates on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments for January 8, 2026. Watch the full video for details.
MTC Stops School Buses in Shillong, STEMS Alternative
Meghalaya Transport Corporation ceases school bus operations from April 1. Parents urged to switch to STEMS for safe, sustainable student transport in Shillong. Read more.
Arunachal Cabinet OKs Health, Safety & Job Reforms
Arunachal Pradesh cabinet, led by CM Pema Khandu, greenlights key policies for healthcare, public safety, education, and employment. Major push for border area diagnostics and wildlife protection jobs.
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