Category : Public Policy


71 Villages Seek BMC Integration for Urban Amenities

Seventy-one villages on Bhubaneswar's outskirts are formally requesting integration into the municipal corporation to access improved water supply, sanitation, roads, and other urban amenities currently lacking in their areas.

Sabarimala Virtual Queue: Book Online from Nov 1

Kerala introduces virtual queue system for Sabarimala pilgrimage starting November 1, eliminating physical lines and enhancing devotee convenience through advanced online booking technology.

Tirupur farmers protest dump yard in Iduvai village

Tirupur farmers protest municipal corporation's move to establish temporary dump yard in agricultural Iduvai village, citing environmental and health concerns for their farmlands and community.

DGCA Mandates Special Codes for Divyangjan Air Travel

Indian aviation regulator DGCA directs airlines to implement specific service codes for passengers with disabilities, ensuring smoother air travel experience for Divyangjan across all Indian carriers.

Halloween 2025: US Spending Hits Record $13.1 Billion

Americans are splurging like never before this Halloween 2025, with record-breaking spending on costumes, candy, and decorations. Discover the surprising trends driving this $13.1 billion spookfest.

Dakshina Kannada Makes E-Auto Permits Mandatory

Dakshina Kannada DC Darshan HV announces compulsory permits for electric autorickshaws. Learn about the new safety regulations, registration requirements, and how this impacts e-auto operators in the district.

Hebbal Shortcut May Ease Bengaluru Traffic Soon

Bengaluru commuters rejoice! A new shortcut near Hebbal could provide immediate relief from traffic chaos while the long-awaited tunnel project faces delays. Discover how this interim solution might transform your daily commute.

Bengaluru's garbage dumping protest divides residents

Bengaluru residents divided over controversial tactic of dumping trash outside homes of those who litter public spaces. While some call it effective enforcement, others warn it sends wrong message about civic responsibility.

Bengaluru's Walkability Crisis: Can the City Recover?

Discover how Bengaluru's urban planners and citizens are battling infrastructure challenges to transform the city into a pedestrian-friendly metropolis. From footpath encroachments to innovative solutions, learn about the roadmap to walkability.

Bengaluru returns garbage to litterbugs' doorsteps

In a bold anti-littering initiative, Bengaluru's civic authority is returning waste to habitual offenders' doorsteps. The 'Kasa Surisuva Habba' campaign targets repeat violators with their own trash.

Ancient Inequality Holding India's Workforce Hostage

India's demographic dividend is being threatened by deep-rooted inequality that prevents millions from accessing quality education and skills training. Discover how this crisis affects the nation's economic future.

Jalandhar's post-Diwali garbage crisis worsens

Jalandhar faces severe sanitation crisis as post-Diwali celebrations leave streets buried under garbage. Municipal Corporation struggles with waste management despite pre-festival promises.

Karnataka flood victims await homes after 20 years

Twenty years after devastating floods, hundreds of families in Karnataka's affected regions continue living in temporary shelters, battling government apathy and broken promises of rehabilitation.

Northeast States Unification Plan Excludes Assam

In a significant administrative overhaul, the Indian government is considering clubbing all northeastern states except Assam under a single regional entity. This strategic move aims to streamline development and governance across the region.

Bombay HC Orders Relief for Dharavi Residents

In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has ordered authorities to provide immediate water supply and alternative housing solutions for Dharavi residents affected by infrastructure projects, marking a crucial step for Mumbai's urban development.

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