Category : Governance


CAG Report Exposes Dehradun Smart City Flaws

A CAG report reveals irregularities in Dehradun's Smart City project, with activists urging the Uttarakhand government to learn from mistakes before expanding to other cities like Garsain.

Hubballi's MG Park Neglect Puts Smart City Funds at Risk

Mahatma Gandhi Park in Hubballi, redeveloped under Smart City Mission for Rs 12.5 crore, suffers from vandalism and poor maintenance. HDMC's outsourced agency fails to protect pergolas, sculptures, and toy train, sparking citizen outrage.

Karnataka Issues 15 Lakh Extra BPL Ration Cards

Karnataka's public distribution system faces scrutiny as the state admits issuing 15 lakh more BPL ration cards than eligible families identified by the Centre, with 7.8 lakh flagged as suspicious.

UP LPG Cylinder Crisis: Panic, Black Marketing Emerge

A major disruption in LPG cylinder supply and booking systems has triggered panic across Uttar Pradesh, forcing consumers to queue for hours and revert to traditional wood stoves. Officials deny shortages while black market prices soar.

FASTag Annual Pass Fee Hiked to Rs 3,075 from April 2026

The National Highways Authority of India has revised the FASTag Annual Pass price from Rs 3,000 to Rs 3,075, effective April 1, 2026. The prepaid toll plan for private vehicles now serves over 56 lakh users across 1,150 toll plazas.

NHAI Rejects Ludhiana Flyover Shops, Cites Safety Risks

The National Highways Authority of India has rejected Ludhiana's proposal for commercial hubs under flyovers, citing structural and fire hazards. It demands demolition of existing markets to enable safety audits of aging bridges.

Maharashtra's One-Family Village: Irpundi's Unique Story

In Gadchiroli's forests, Irpundi village has just one family as its entire population. This solitary household functions as the gram sabha, receives government schemes, and stands as a symbol of administrative outreach in remote India.

Coimbatore's First AC Bus Shelter Opens in Sulur

Coimbatore's inaugural air-conditioned bus shelter at Sulur, built at Rs12 lakh, provides commuters respite from scorching heat. Funded by CSR and local funds, it features CCTV and a selfie point.

Haryana Bans Proxy Participation to Empower Women Councillors

Haryana's urban local bodies department has issued a directive prohibiting representatives of elected women councillors from attending municipal meetings. This move aims to end the long-standing practice where husbands or relatives speak on behalf of wome

Delhi's Priority LPG Policy for Essential Services

Delhi government introduces a temporary policy allocating commercial LPG cylinders to ensure hospitals, railways, and airports receive 100% supplies while regulating distribution to other sectors.

Govt Bans Dual PNG-LPG Connections to Ease Cooking Gas Supply

The Indian government has prohibited consumers from holding both piped natural gas (PNG) and LPG connections to address domestic supply shortages. Officials report panic bookings surged 60%, prompting immediate regulatory action and a push for digital ref

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