Nashik Municipal Corporation issues work orders for nine new road projects worth Rs 295.5 crore as part of its Rs 1,270 crore Kumbh Mela development plan, with completion deadline set for March 2027 ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela.
BJP corporator Manohar Dumbare warns of public anger as water scarcity hits Ghodbunder Highway enclaves, with residents facing lakhs in tanker bills despite civic water charges.
A youth leader from the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) has strongly condemned the Haryana government for failing to address critical infrastructure and education issues in Sirsa district, highlighting public discontent.
Transport operators in West Bengal petition the state transport department, citing glitches in the Vehicle Location Tracking Device system that are delaying fitness certificates for thousands of public vehicles.
The Maharashtra state cabinet has cleared a proposal to appoint co-opted or nominated members in zilla parishads and panchayat samitis, mirroring the system for municipal corporations. This move aims to involve more individuals in rural development.
The alleged illegal cutting of over 400 trees at Thane's Regional Mental Hospital sparks a major confrontation between NCP (SP) and municipal authorities, with the party warning of approaching Bombay High Court due to civic inaction.
The first batch of specialized cables for Nagpur's Futala musical fountain revival has arrived from Daman. Over 4,000 meters of cables will be installed underground or underwater, with expert oversight from IIT Bombay and a French technical team.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre has issued a stern warning to the Greater Bengaluru Authority and city corporations, threatening action over rising air pollution levels following health concerns raised by MLA S Suresh Kumar.
A fire in Bengaluru's Chickpet area has ignited urgent calls for improved infrastructure after narrow roads hindered fire tenders, raising safety concerns in historic Pete neighborhoods.
The South Corporation in Bengaluru will auction 50 properties today after owners failed to clear dues despite multiple notices, initiating a distress sale to recover funds.
St Andre MLA Viresh Borkar ended his hunger strike after the Goa government suspended land conversions under Section 39A of the TCP Act. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured withdrawal of cases against protesters.
Greater Bengaluru Authority Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao visited the Chickpet blaze site, ordering a probe and mandatory fire safety measures to prevent future incidents.
A speeding car collided with roadside vendors in Ludhiana, injuring two people. The incident highlights ongoing traffic safety concerns in the area.
Revenue Minister Anagani Satyaprasad announced in the assembly that Andhra Pradesh's comprehensive land resurvey is 39% complete. The Re-Survey 2.0 aims to fix previous errors, with 98% of extent complaints resolved.
A delegation of opposition leaders met Goa Governor Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, urging a special assembly session to debate Section 39A and pass the Agricultural Land Protection Bill.
A massive protest by state government employees demanding dearness allowance paralyzed Kolkata's traffic, blocking ambulances with infants and disrupting commuters for hours on Thursday.
NCP (SP) MLA Jayant Patil criticized the Maharashtra government's plan to change the Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Highway alignment, arguing it would destroy fertile farmland in Walva taluka without necessity.
Around 200 residents from Bicholim, Karapur, and Mayem demonstrated at Bicholim police station after activist Swapnesh Sherlekar was taken for questioning over protests against a mega-project on agricultural lands.
Andhra Pradesh's cabinet sub-committee, chaired by Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy, has decided to organize the 2027 Godavari Pushkarams on the scale of the Maha Kumbh Mela, expecting over 10 crore devotees.
The upgraded 44.2-km Kalyani Expressway with 21 signal-free flyovers is set to open on March 2, reducing travel time between Kolkata and AIIMS Kalyani from 2.5 hours to just 45 minutes.
Thousands protested in Bagalkot's Navanagar, demanding the sealing of Pankha Mosque and arrests after alleged stone-pelting at a Shivaji Jayanti procession. Leaders gave a 15-day deadline.
Bihar's cooperative minister admits widespread violations of the single-use plastic ban, with MLCs citing threats to agriculture and legislative canteen use. Separately, erosion risks from the shifting Ganga in Mokama prompt calls for technical surveys.
In a significant development, residents of Malkangiri district voluntarily dismantled 20 memorial structures erected by banned CPI (Maoist) cadres, signaling a shift towards peace and development.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy announces a policy to deduct 10-15% of salaries from government employees who fail to care for their elderly parents, emphasizing filial responsibility.
RJD and JD(U) MLCs clash in Bihar legislative council over allegations of liquor delivery despite prohibition, sparking heated debate on jail overcrowding and vehicle seizure rules.
Chief Minister Lalduhoma presented Mizoram's annual budget of Rs 17,076.92 crore for 2026-27 with no new taxes. The budget includes allocations for healthcare, infrastructure, and flagship schemes.
Dharwad police have registered a case against Akhila Karnataka State Students' Association president Kanthkumar and others for violating rules during a massive protest by job aspirants on February 24, with clashes reported at multiple locations.
The Dimapur district administration has mandated the immediate shutdown of all illegal check gates following an inspection on February 25, aimed at curbing money extortion from vehicles.
A 17-year-old boy drowned in the Furukka river during a housewarming ceremony in Hazaribag's Devkuli village while attempting to rescue another child who had slipped into deep waters.
Bihar Transport Minister Shrawan Kumar has issued show-cause notices to 40 officials, including DTOs and ADTOs, after districts reported revenue collection as low as 8% of targets. Officials have three days to respond or face disciplinary action.