Gujarat Govt Transfers SMC Commissioner, GUVNL MD Appointed
The Gujarat government has transferred Surat Municipal Corporation commissioner Shalini Agarwal to GUVNL as MD, with Nagarajan M appointed as new SMC commissioner.
Category : Governance
Kanpur Drainage Projects: Rs 400 Cr Investment Reviewed
Divisional Commissioner K Vijayendra Pandian reviewed Kanpur's urban drainage projects worth Rs 400 crore, directing timely completion to mitigate waterlogging in key areas including Naramau, Kalyanpur, and 26 municipal wards.
Census 2027 Schedule: Housing Phase Starts April 2026
The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the schedule for Census 2027, with housing data collection from April-September 2026 and population enumeration in February 2027, including caste data for the first time since 1931.
Delhi CM Orders Weekly Updates for ₹5 Cr+ Projects on Portal
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has directed all departments to upload and update projects costing over ₹5 crore weekly on the CM-Pragati portal for direct monitoring, emphasizing transparency and accountability.
Chennai's Tholkappia Poonga: Daily Passes Up 6x, Fees Halved
Tamil Nadu government increases daily walking passes at Tholkappia Poonga from 500 to 3,000 and halves pass fees after public access concerns. New measures prevent slot monopolization.
Marathwada Water Grid Project to Start Soon After Delays
Top Maharashtra authorities confirm the long-delayed Marathwada water grid project will commence soon, with ₹33,668 crore allocated in the state budget and new water supply for Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar nearing completion.
Chennai's Waste Drive Collects 500+ Tonnes
Greater Chennai Corporation's Kuppai Thiruvizha drive collected over 500 tonnes of waste from 200 wards. The waste will be segregated and recycled to achieve zero landfill goals.
11 Lakh Delhiites Still Outside Food Security Net
More than 11 lakh people in Delhi remain excluded from National Food Security Act benefits due to verification delays and system flaws. New rules aim to overhaul PDS with technology and prioritise vulnerable groups.
Hyderabad to Get 25 EV Charging Stations in Bus Depots
Telangana RTC is preparing to install electric vehicle charging stations at 25 bus depots in Hyderabad to support the rollout of 2,200 electric buses, with power infrastructure discussions underway.
Kolkata's Vidyasagar Setu Closed Sunday for 16-Hour Repairs
Kolkata's Vidyasagar Setu will be closed to all vehicular traffic for 16 hours on Sunday for critical repair work, including cable and bearing replacements, with traffic diverted to alternative routes.
Kolkata Bus Crisis: Overcrowding, Digital Gaps Threaten Transport
Kolkata's bus network faces severe overcrowding, poor scheduling, and digital shortcomings, yet remains the most affordable daily transport for lakhs. Survey reveals 72% cite inadequate buses as top concern.
Bengaluru Traffic: Beyond Rankings to Systemic Solutions
Bengaluru ranks as world's second most congested city in TomTom-2025 report, but residents and experts say numbers understate reality. Urbanists call for holistic mobility solutions over road expansion.
Patna Excise Dept. Ties Up with NeSL for Digital Docs
The Patna prohibition, excise and registration department has signed an MoU with National e-Governance Services Limited to implement digital document execution services, enabling electronic bank guarantees and e-stamp duty payments.
Bengaluru Traffic Crisis: Roads Static as Vehicles Double
Bengaluru's road network remains at 13,000km for a decade while vehicle registrations surge from 64.4 lakh to 1.2 crore, overwhelming inadequate public transport and causing city-wide congestion.
Patna Municipal Corporation Empowers Women's Self-Help Groups
Patna Municipal Corporation held a review meeting to strengthen women's self-help groups, focusing on economic empowerment, financial aid, and technical training for sustainable livelihoods in urban areas.
Delhi Govt Orders Departments to Control Year-End Expenditure
Delhi government directs all departments to assess spending patterns for remaining months of 2025-26 fiscal year, aiming to prevent last-quarter expenditure spikes and ensure optimal use of public funds.
Bihar Extends Retired Army Drivers' Service in ERSS
Bihar government grants one-year service extension to retired Army drivers in ERSS, increasing monthly honorarium to Rs 30,000 and providing uniform allowance to ensure emergency service continuity.
MHA Releases 2027 Census Phase 1 Questionnaire
The Ministry of Home Affairs has officially released the detailed questionnaire for Phase 1 of the 2027 Census, with data collection scheduled to commence in 2026. This marks a crucial preparatory step for India's decennial population count.
Deputy CM Sinha Finds Toll-Free Helpline Unresponsive in Patna
Patna Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha conducted a surprise inspection after his calls to the revenue department's toll-free helpline went unanswered, exposing systemic failures in public grievance redressal.
Uttarakhand Traffic Crisis: Year-Round Gridlock Plagues Cities
Uttarakhand's cities face worsening traffic congestion with daily gridlocks in Dehradun, Haldwani, Haridwar, Nainital and tourist hubs. Officials cite rising vehicles, narrow roads and unplanned growth as key factors affecting residents and tourism.
Census 2026-2027 Phase 1 Starts April with 33 Questions
India's Census 2026-2027 first phase launches in April, featuring a 33-question questionnaire to collect demographic, economic, and social data nationwide.
Bihar Deputy CM Orders Parking Reforms in 19 Municipal Corporations
Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha directs officials to display fixed rate charts at all parking sites and crack down on illegal operations to ensure transparency and reduce disputes.
Meghalaya Relocates 29 Street Vendors to New Zone in Shillong
The Meghalaya urban affairs department has successfully moved 29 street vendors from Shillong's Civil Hospital area to a new vending zone in Barik, improving pedestrian and emergency vehicle movement.
Delhi CM Launches Munak Canal Rejuvenation & Elevated Road
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta laid the foundation stone for Munak Canal rejuvenation and announced a Rs 5,000 crore elevated road to ease traffic congestion in northwest Delhi.
Belagavi Cantonment Transfer Proposal Gains Momentum
Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh convened a virtual meeting to expedite the transfer of residential colonies from Belagavi Cantonment to City Corporation, directing officials to submit clear outcomes within two weeks.
Mangaluru's New E-Auto Rules to Reduce Traffic
Mangaluru introduces strict permit regulations for battery-operated autorickshaws following a Karnataka High Court order, requiring sky-blue paint and local residency proof.
Delhi Minister Pledges Kirari Waterlogging Solution in 1 Year
Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma promises to resolve Kirari's chronic waterlogging within a year, blaming the AAP government for past negligence and infrastructure failures.
India's Power Transmission Network Hits 5 Lakh Circuit Km Mark
India's high-voltage transmission network has surpassed 5 lakh circuit kilometers, crucial for evacuating renewable energy. Despite recent shortfalls, the government plans expansion to 6.5 lakh ckm by 2032 to support 500 GW green energy target.
Madurai Bus Stand Platforms 7 & 8 Closed for Renovation
Madurai's MGR Bus Stand in Mattuthavani undergoes major renovation with temporary closure of Platforms 7 and 8. The project aims to modernize passenger facilities and is expected to complete by March.
Hazaribag Women Invited to Republic Day Celebrations
Two women from Hazaribag district, Meena Devi and Rakhi Sinha, receive special invitations to Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi for their exceptional contributions to community service and healthcare.
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