Category : State Politics


Bengaluru-Tumakuru Bus Fire: Minister Warns Operators

A private bus travelling from Bengaluru to Tumakuru caught fire after the driver fell asleep and hit an electricity pole near Nelamangala. The Karnataka minister has issued a stern warning to private bus operators, threatening licence cancellation for saf

TMC Property Tax Collection Falls Short by Rs 200 Crore

Thane Municipal Corporation collected only Rs 556.2 crore in property tax against its Rs 841 crore target for 2025-26, creating a major revenue crisis for the cash-strapped civic body with just two months to recover.

Nabard Approves 73 Projects Worth Rs 713.87 Cr in Himachal

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced Nabard's approval for 73 projects worth Rs 713.87 crore in Himachal Pradesh, focusing on public works and water resources, amid concerns over revenue deficit grant discontinuation.

BJP Alliance Nominates Patils for Panvel Mayor, Deputy Mayor

The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has filed nominations for Panvel Municipal Corporation's mayor and deputy mayor posts, with Nitin Jairam Patil and Pramila Ravinath Patil as candidates. With a strong majority, the election is expected to be unopposed.

Siddaramaiah Asks Centre to Reconsider Namma Metro Fare Hike

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has formally requested the central government to reconsider the recent Namma Metro fare increase. He also called for restructuring the Fare Fixation Committee and exploring ways to rationalize fares for daily commuter

Rouparani Nikam Elected Mayor of Kolhapur

Second-term corporator Rouparani Nikam has been elected as the mayor of Kolhapur, filling a post vacant for five years. She announced a 'Mayor at Your Doorstep' initiative to address civic issues.

Nashik Farmers Protest Land Acquisition for Ring Road

Farmers from 25 villages met Nashik collector Ayush Prasad, opposing land acquisition for a 66km ring road. They fear livelihood losses, village disruption, and inadequate compensation ahead of the Kumbh Mela.

BJP Wins Mayor Posts in 3 Nashik Division Civic Bodies

The BJP secured the mayor's position in three out of five municipal corporations in Maharashtra's Nashik division, with results declared in January. The party contested independently in Nashik, Malegaon, and Dhule, while forming alliances in Ahilyanagar a

DMK, AIADMK Clash Over Alleged Copying of Poll Promises

DMK and AIADMK leaders in Tamil Nadu have engaged in a heated exchange, accusing each other of copying welfare schemes and political strategies ahead of elections, with both parties claiming originality in their promises.

Kullu-Manali Road Still Damaged After 7 Months

The Kullu-Manali Left Bank road, damaged by rain and landslides seven months ago, remains in poor condition despite Rs 4 crore spent on repairs, causing traffic woes and impacting tourism.

Himachal Pradesh Transfers 14 IPS Officers in Major Reshuffle

The Himachal Pradesh government has executed a significant administrative reshuffle, transferring 14 IPS officers. Key changes include new postings for SPs in Shimla, Solan, Una, and Mandi, along with DIG appointments in cybercrime and prisons.

Maharashtra Reopens Ladki Bahin e-KYC Portal for Corrections

The Maharashtra government has reactivated the online e-KYC portal for Ladki Bahin beneficiaries to correct errors by March 31, allowing them to continue receiving Rs 1,500 monthly. This follows anganwadi workers' boycott of physical verification.

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