Madurai's Smart App Faces Public Hesitation
Madurai's new 'Smart Madurai' app for civic complaints struggles with low adoption. Residents, citing past failures of the online portal, doubt its effectiveness despite corporation assurances.
Category : Governance
Petrol dealers warn of chaos in Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' plan
Delhi petrol pump dealers highlight legal risks and outdated tech ahead of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule. They seek safeguards and NCR-wide rollout for effectiveness. Read more.
Nashik's Water Quota Increased to 6,400 mcft for 2025-26
Nashik district administration approves 6,400 mcft water for the city, a 200 mcft increase, to strengthen drinking water supply plans. Key upgrades to pipeline infrastructure underway.
CAG finds Rs 300 crore fund diversion in Karnataka DMFT
A CAG audit reveals large-scale diversion of Rs 300 crore from Karnataka's District Mineral Foundation Trust, violating PMKKKY rules meant for welfare in mining-affected districts. Read the full report.
5 Arrested in Rajasthan Jal Jeevan Mission Scam Probe
Rajasthan ACB arrests five more in Jal Jeevan Mission fund misuse case. Probe reveals collusion, fake measurements & substandard work. Read the full details.
CAG Exposes Gaps in DBT: ₹1000s of Crore Without Checks
CAG K Sanjay Murthy reveals serious flaws in India's DBT system, with thousands of crores transferred without verification due to poor data integration. Read the full audit concerns.
MLFF Toll System by 2026 to End Stops at Plazas
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a Multi-Lane Free Flow toll system by 2026-end. It will read number plates at 80 kmph, saving fuel and boosting revenue. Read more about India's highway revolution.
Pune sets Dec-end deadline for unsafe bridge reports
Pune's district collector mandates action reports on 509 unsafe public structures by December end, following June's Kundmala bridge collapse that killed four. Authorities must detail repairs or demolition plans.
Chennai's Cholavaram Reservoir Bund Damaged in Rain
Heavy rain damages Cholavaram reservoir bund near Chennai, exposing old structural flaws. Officials deploy tarpaulin as temporary fix while a ₹120 crore permanent rehabilitation plan is in progress. Read more.
TTD Overhauls Procurement After Laddu, Silk Scams
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams initiates a complete procurement department overhaul following scams. CBI probe reveals staff collusion, prompting staff transfers and strength review.
CAG: Karnataka Delayed Flood Management Plan
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Kanpur DM Takes Strict Action on Underperforming Officers
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh directs adverse entry for DC-NRLM, bans leave for low-graded staff, and demands time-bound project completion. Read the full report on the high-level review meeting.
Delhi Bill to Decriminalise Minor Offences, Ease Business
Delhi govt drafts Jan Vishwas Bill 2025 to abolish jail for minor offences, boost ease of doing business. Bill to replace criminal fines with civil penalties. Details inside.
Sonti Venkata Ratna Srinivas appointed MD of Amaravati AGICL
The Andhra Pradesh government appoints retired IAS officer Sonti Venkata Ratna Srinivas as MD of Amaravati Growth and Infrastructure Corporation Limited (AGICL). Discover his key responsibilities for the capital's development.
CAG Exposes Major Gaps in Direct Benefit Transfer System
CAG Sanjay Murthy reveals serious flaws in India's DBT, with thousands of crores flowing without checks. Calls for better data integration to prevent duplication. Read the full report.
Lucknow Pensioners Day: Key Demands and Resolutions
Lucknow's annual Pensioners Day saw 24 associations unite to resolve issues. A key demand for widowed daughters-in-law's pension eligibility was raised and is under review. Read the full report.
Delhi mandates 50% WFH, offers aid to construction workers
Delhi government mandates 50% work from home for offices, bans non-essential construction, and offers ₹10,000 aid to workers. GRAP Stage IV enforced to tackle toxic air.
Nagpur Water Pipeline Leak Causes Traffic Chaos, Supply Hit
A major water pipeline leak near Zero Mile metro station in Nagpur caused severe waterlogging and traffic disruption. Repair work continues, affecting supply to several areas. Read for details.
Gurgaon beer price probe: Vends accused of overcharging bars
Gurgaon's excise department investigates liquor vends for allegedly overcharging restaurants for beer, violating policy and encouraging tax evasion. Full details inside.
Goa's Zilla Panchayats: Powerless After Two Decades
Two decades on, Goa's zilla panchayats remain powerless in governance but politically charged. Experts blame deliberate centralization and party-based elections for undermining local self-governance. Explore the paradox.
Punjab Governor meets Union Ministers in Delhi
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria held crucial meetings with Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Manohar Lal Khattar, and Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in New Delhi to discuss infrastructure, development, and public welfare for Punjab and Chandigarh.
Haryana Completes 50,000 Paperless Property Registrations
Haryana's digital leap: Over 50,000 property registrations done paperlessly. New security paper & auto-mutation to boost transparency. Read how this reforms 60-year-old systems.
Panchkula waste crisis: NGT orders ignored, garbage piles up
Despite NGT's October order, Panchkula's Jhuriwala site remains clogged with garbage, spilling onto highways and causing health hazards. Residents plan to approach the Deputy Commissioner.
Nitish Kumar at Manthan 2025: Ensure Swift Scheme Implementation
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inaugurated Manthan 2025 workshop in Gaya, directing top officials to ensure timely execution of govt schemes to make Bihar a top-5 developed state. Read key highlights.
Jaipur's New HC Parking Lot Inauguration Delayed
The inauguration of Jaipur's new two-storey underground parking lot near the High Court is delayed as JMC consults advocates on parking charges. Read about the traffic impact and project details.
Chennai's Bulk Waste Crisis: Illegal Dumping by Hotels, Malls
Star hotels, malls & gated communities in Chennai illegally dump over 100 tonnes of waste daily in GCC bins, causing overflow & straining resources. Authorities lack surveillance to track violators.
Shillong City Beautification Drive Launched by CM Conrad Sangma
Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma launched a city beautification drive in Shillong, distributing grants and inaugurating CCTV installations. The initiative focuses on making towns clean, green, and safe with community participation.
Karnataka Govt Orders Ban on Public Pigeon Feeding
Karnataka government directs municipal bodies to regulate pigeon feeding, citing public health risks. Deputy Secretary V Lakshmikanth issues urgent directive. Read the full story.
Indian Railways rolls out free WiFi at over 6000 stations
Indian Railways has successfully provided free high-speed WiFi at more than 6000 stations nationwide. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also announced a major CCTV surveillance upgrade for enhanced passenger safety.
Rs 207.4 Crore Plan for Yamunotri Highway Landslide Fix
NHAI submits a Rs 207.4 crore DPR to treat 13 active landslide zones on Uttarakhand's Yamunotri highway. Work begins as monsoon damage worsens. Get the full report.
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