Push for 100% Waqf Registration on Umeed Portal
Govt advisor Mohammed Ali Shabbir urges full registration of waqf properties on Umeed portal, addressing rural fears. Telangana has achieved 74% registration so far.
Category : Governance
Gadkari seeks details on action against highway contractors
Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari demands reports on show-cause notices to contractors for substandard highway work. Agencies given 15 days to submit details.
Patna-Ara Road Closure for 7 Months from Dec 18
Major traffic disruption between Patna and Ara as Shivala-Kanhauli road closes for over 7 months for NHAI's elevated road project. Check diversion routes and school vehicle timings.
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.
Patna bans physical training at Gandhi Maidan
Patna bans organised physical training at Gandhi Maidan due to extensive damage. Activities shifted to Ganga Ghats. New traffic, security measures announced.
Book APSRTC Bus Tickets on WhatsApp via Mana Mitra
APSRTC passengers can now book bus tickets on WhatsApp using Mana Mitra (9552300009). Learn the simple steps for hassle-free advanced reservations and ticket confirmation.
TTD's New Automated Donation Policy for Tirumala Cottages
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams introduces a fully automated, transparent cottage donation policy to eliminate manipulation. New rules include donor nominees, CCTV surveillance, and clear accountability.
Key Patna-Ara road shut for over 7 months from Dec 18
A crucial road between Patna and Ara will be closed for over seven months for an elevated road project. Check new diversion routes and special timings for school vehicles here.
Bengaluru Water Supply Disruption: Areas Affected
Bengaluru faces water supply disruptions today due to maintenance work by BWSSB. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.
Lokayukta Raid on Mandya Panchayat Manager, ₹1.5 Cr Seized
Karnataka Lokayukta raids Panchayat Raj Department manager in Mandya, seizing assets worth ₹1.5 crore. Details on the corruption probe and seized valuables inside.
PMC's 15-day order: Install air sensors at construction sites
Pune Municipal Corporation mandates real-time air pollution sensors & LED indicators at large construction sites within 15 days. Non-compliance risks stop-work orders and fines. Learn the new rules.
Archna Vyas Appointed India Director of Gates Foundation
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation appoints Archna Vyas as its new India Country Director. She becomes the first woman to lead the India office, aiming to support Viksit Bharat 2047.
Rs 2 Crore for South Delhi Footbridge, Subway Maintenance
Delhi's PWD earmarks Rs 2+ crore for 2025-26 to enhance cleanliness and safety of foot overbridges and subways in south and south-east Delhi through comprehensive maintenance.
India's New Seismic Map: 61% Land in High-Risk Zones
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
Delhi Traffic Fines Now Payable via BBPS on UPI
Delhi Traffic Police partners with SBI to enable Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS) for challan payments on all UPI platforms, boosting digital governance and convenience.
Bombay HC allows BMC to cut 45,000 mangroves for coastal road
Bombay High Court grants BMC permission for Mumbai Coastal Road project affecting 102 hectares of mangroves. BMC commits to compensatory afforestation with a 10-year monitoring plan. Details inside.
Mumbai Suburban Rail to Get 7th & 8th Lines on Thane-Kalyan Corridor
Mumbai's crucial suburban rail network is set for a major upgrade with two new lines between Thane and Kalyan, aiming to decongest the vital corridor and boost capacity. Read about the project's details and impact.
Delhi: No fuel for vehicles without PUC from Dec 18
Delhi Minister Saurabh Sirsa announces a strict rule: vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will be denied fuel at pumps starting December 18. Owners have one day to comply.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Blames Past Govts for Waterlogging
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inspected desilting at Sunehri Nala, calling waterlogging and pollution legacy issues. She criticized previous Congress and AAP administrations for the problems.
Archna Vyas Named First Female India Head of Gates Foundation
Archna Vyas appointed as the first female Country Director for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in India. She will lead key initiatives aligned with Viksit Bharat. Read more.
Delhi bans coal, firewood in hotel tandoors to fight pollution
Delhi Pollution Control Committee mandates all eateries to switch to clean fuel tandoors. The ban, under the Air Act, aims to curb emissions as AQI remains poor. Read details.
Pune's Traffic Solution: Network of Road Tunnels Announced
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces a network of road tunnels and a Ring Road to decongest Pune. Rs 3,000 crore civic projects inaugurated, aiming to position Pune as a future AI and GCC hub.
Mumbai Civic Polls: Only 2 Corporators Scored 'A' Grade
Ahead of Mumbai's civic polls, a report reveals 90% of corporators underperformed. Only 2 scored an 'A'. Voters, check the data before you vote on Jan 15.
Govt to Give DGCA More Teeth to Curb Steep Airfares
The Indian government plans to amend laws, granting DGCA more power to regulate air ticket pricing and penalize airlines for unfair fares. Read the full details.
RAM G Bill Replaces MGNREGA: A Critical Analysis
The VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 replaces MGNREGA, shifting financial burden to states and converting a rights-based law into a centrally controlled scheme. Analysis by CPI(M) leader John Brittas.
LS Tables SHANTI Bill 2025, Opens Nuclear Sector to Private Players
The SHANTI Bill 2025, tabled in Lok Sabha, repeals old atomic laws, paving the way for private investment to boost India's nuclear energy capacity to 100GW by 2047. Read the full analysis.
Haryana CM Stresses Transparency on Public Grievance Portal
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini calls CM Window a symbol of public trust, reveals 14.12 lakh complaints resolved. Officials urged to ensure honest and timely grievance redressal.
Anna Nagar Gets 2,100 Parking Bays to Ease Traffic Chaos
Greater Chennai Corporation launches a major paid parking project in Anna Nagar with 2,100 bays, 1,300 cameras, and contractor-led towing to decongest roads. Read details.
MCG to build two new model roads in Gurgaon
Gurgaon's civic body initiates construction of two model roads in Sectors 32 and 39, featuring cycle tracks and improved drainage. Aim is to complete before next monsoon. Read details.
TTD to Install UPI Kiosks in 60 Temples Nationwide
TTD EO Anil Kumar Singhal directs officials to install UPI kiosks & QR codes in 60 temples, fast-track 5,000 new temples, and modernize staff quarters. Key decisions from Tirupati review meeting.
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