Parliament Passes SHANTI Bill for Private Nuclear Investment
India's Lok Sabha approves the SHANTI Bill 2025, enabling private sector participation in civil nuclear energy to boost capacity and modernize safety regulations. Read the key changes.
Category : Governance
West Godavari Leads AP in Public Perception, CM Naidu Lauds
West Godavari district leads Andhra Pradesh in public satisfaction, scoring 71.0 in the latest District Satisfaction Tracking. CM Naidu praised Collector Nagarani's governance. Discover the key factors behind this success.
Guntur Tops AP in Speedy E-Office File Disposal
Guntur Municipal Corporation ranks first in Andhra Pradesh for fastest e-office file processing, clearing 11,348 files in record time. Discover how this boosts transparency.
Shanti Bill 2025: Private Players in Nuclear, Accident Liability Unclear
India's proposed Shanti Bill 2025 allows private sector into nuclear energy but leaves critical accident liability questions unanswered. Read the full analysis of the bill's implications.
Panchkula bans coloured lights at vegetable stalls after exposé
Panchkula Municipal Corporation cracks down on vendors using coloured lights to mask produce quality. White lights mandated, fines issued. Read how public complaints led to action.
Panchkula Municipal Corporation fails to build own office in 5 years
Panchkula's Municipal Corporation fails to complete its own office building as its term ends. Project stalled since 2020, causing public inconvenience. Read about the delays and official statements.
Delhi Traffic Curbs: Day 1 Sees Confusion, Few Police Checks
On the first day of Delhi's traffic restrictions, toll collectors were more visible than police at key borders. Officials appeared unsure of rules, with many vehicles going unchecked. Read the full report.
Kochi STP Project Delayed, Cost Rises by Rs 400 Crore
Kochi's crucial sewage treatment project faces further delays as costs escalate from Rs 1,300 crore to Rs 1,700 crore. Read about the reasons and impact on the city's urban regeneration.
GVMC's Hybrid Sewerage Project Shows Split Results
Visakhapatnam's ambitious ₹940-crore hybrid sewerage project presents a tale of two halves. While the Pendurthi package nears completion and earns revenue, the Gajuwaka-Malkapuram work is stalled at 48%. Read about GVMC's revival plans.
Shanti Bill 2025: Rewiring India's Nuclear Future
The proposed Shanti Bill 2025 aims to amend India's nuclear liability law, boosting foreign investment and domestic manufacturing for a clean energy future. Read the full analysis.
NH-66 Gets Safety Lighting to Reduce Night-Time Accidents
NHAI installs streetlights on NH-66's Kallambalam-Kazhakkoottam stretch to improve safety. Residents welcome the move but call for consistent upkeep. Full project completion targeted for mid-2026. Read more.
Marina Beach parking chaos, GCC plans AI system
Marina Beach visitors face severe parking chaos with 500 cars crammed into a 150-slot area. GCC to float tenders for an AI-powered smart parking system with cameras and digital payments next week. Read more.
JMC Commissioner Inspects Channi Himmat Green Strip
Jammu Municipal Corporation Commissioner inspected the green strip at Channi Himmat, directing officials for better upkeep and public awareness. Read more about the beautification drive.
Mangaluru DC's Phone-in Addresses Public Grievances
Deputy Commissioner Darshan HV's phone-in at MCC addressed over 30 citizen complaints on transport, college documents & dog pounds. Details on new e-buses & solutions inside.
Ahmedabad's One Card for All Transport Modes Soon
Ahmedabad's Rs 472 crore ITMS project aims for a single travel card for AMTS, BRTS, and metro, cutting 75% ticketing staff. A smart mobility push for 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Delhi Fire Inspections: 5 Establishments Closed
Delhi Fire Service launches citywide inspections after Goa nightclub fire, closing 5 venues for serious violations. Read about the safety drive ahead of Christmas and New Year.
CAG: Railways Failed to Monetise Vacant Land via RLDA
A CAG report reveals the Rail Land Development Authority failed to monetise surplus railway land effectively since 2006. Discover the audit findings and implications.
Delhi's Crackdown: No PUC, No Fuel at Petrol Pumps
Delhi intensifies its anti-pollution drive by denying fuel to vehicles without valid PUC certificates at petrol pumps. The move sparks mixed reactions from motorists and staff. Read more.
Coimbatore Cuts Water Waste from 40% to 16.8%
Coimbatore's 24x7 water supply project has reduced wastage from 40% to 16.8% and boosted revenue to ₹44 crore. See how smart meters and changed habits made it happen.
SC Questions Delhi Toll Plazas, Asks MCD to Consider Suspension
The Supreme Court has questioned the rationale behind MCD's toll collection, citing traffic snarls and pollution. It asked the civic body to consider suspending operations at nine booths until January end.
Chandigarh Mayor's Surprise Fire Safety Raid at Hotels
Chandigarh Mayor conducts surprise fire safety inspections at city hotels, uncovering major lapses. Read about the violations and the urgent directives issued.
Chandigarh MC to Hire Consultant for Sanitation
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation plans to hire a consultant to improve sanitation services and manage solid waste more effectively. The move aims to enhance the city's cleanliness and operational efficiency.
Karnataka ESCOMs Overspend Rs 111 Crore: CAG Report
A CAG report reveals Karnataka electricity companies overspent Rs 111 crore on a central project. Discover the audit findings and financial lapses.
State Water Resources Dept. Told to Deliver on Budget Projects
Karnataka's top officials at Jal-Sankalp-25 conference stress efficient water use and project completion. Engineers get new legal powers for canal management. Read the key directives.
Himachal Governor Calls CAG an Instrument of Systemic Reform
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla addressed young auditors, urging them to see the CAG as a tool for systemic reform and transparency. Read his full vision for governance.
India Passes SHANTI Bill, Overhauls Nuclear Safety & Opens Sector
India's new SHANTI Bill transforms nuclear governance, embeds lifecycle safety in law, and allows private participation to meet clean energy targets by 2047. Read the full analysis.
Smart Meter Price War Erupts in UP Regulatory Meeting
A major dispute over smart prepaid meter pricing unfolded at a UPERC meeting. Power utilities demand up to Rs 13,000, while consumer advocates cite prices as low as Rs 2,500. Key details inside.
UP Sanitation Drive on Dec 25 to Conclude Vajpayee Centenary
Uttar Pradesh launches a massive statewide sanitation campaign on December 25, culminating the year-long Atal Bihari Vajpayee centenary celebrations. Join the drive for a Clean, Strong India.
BWSSB restores Bengaluru water supply after 18-hour repair
Bengaluru's BWSSB swiftly fixed a major pipeline leak, restoring water to affected areas in 18 hours. Learn how the complex operation prevented a prolonged crisis in the city.
Ghaziabad ITMS deadline extended again to January 15
Ghaziabad's Integrated Traffic Management System faces another delay until Jan 15, 2025. Learn about the project's troubled history, missed deadlines, and resident frustration. Will it finally bring order?
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