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Panvel, April 8: The Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) has launched a three-day training programme for field trainers under Census 2027, aimed at strengthening ground-level preparedness for the nationwide exercise. Training programme and participation The training was held from April 6 to 8 at the Adya Krantiveer Vasudev Balwant Phadke auditorium. Around 45 participants, including civic school teachers and junior engineers, were part of the programme. Role of field trainers Officials said the training is crucial as field trainers will serve as the key link in preparing enumerators and supervisors. "Field trainers play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and smooth execution of the census process," an official said. Focus on census process and first phase Sessions covered the entire census process, with a special focus on the first phase -- House Listing and Housing Census (HLH). Trainees were guided on preparing house lists, recording housing conditions, and collecting essential data. Digital training and tools Given that Census 2027 will be conducted digitally, participants were trained in the use of the mobile application, including downloading, logging in, and data entry procedures. Emphasis was laid on accuracy, verification, and avoiding errors. The programme also included training in map reading, understanding enumeration blocks, and preparing layout sketches for field surveys. Participants were introduced to digital platforms such as the Census Management and Monitoring System (CMMS) and the HLBC web portal for data handling and reporting. Communication and field readiness Officials also stressed the importance of communication skills while interacting with citizens during fieldwork and guided trainees on handling queries and resolving issues effectively. Officials and oversight Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Paradkar, Census Directorate district coordinator Aman Kumar, and master trainer Ruchita Telang guided the sessions. Transport manager Kailas Gavade visited the training on Tuesday to encourage participants. Civic officials said the initiative is aimed at ensuring a well-prepared workforce capable of carrying out the census efficiently using modern digital tools and systematic field practices.
Guwahati, Jun 5 (PTI) The Assam Congress on Thursday demanded a CBI inquiry into alleged illegal stone mining in Karbi Anglong district in violation of a Supreme Court order. Addressing a press conference here, former Rajya Sabha member Ripun Bora also alleged that Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council Chief Executive Member Tuliram Ronghang was allowing illegal activities in the district in nexus with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. "Large-scale illegal stone mining is taking place in the hills of Karbi Anglong in violation of the Supreme Court order. The SC had banned mining in and around K ...Read More >
New Delhi: The house-listing operations for the forthcoming census will begin from Apr. 1, 2026, marking the start of the first phase of the decennial exercise, the Registrar General of India has said. In a letter to Chief Secretaries of States and Union Territories, Census Commissioner and Registrar General of India Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan said the House-listing Operations and Housing Census shall begin on Apr. 1, 2026. Before that the appointment of supervisors, enumerators and work distribution among them shall be done with cooperation from States and District Administrations, it said. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) State-owned NBCC Ltd has signed an initial pact with National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) to renovate and redevelop the iconic 5.5-acre Siri Fort Auditorium complex in the national capital into a world-class cultural destination. Siri Fort Auditorium, located in South Delhi, was constructed in 1982 during the Asian Games. It currently has four auditoriums with a combined seating of over 2,600. In the past four decades, the auditorium complex has hosted global film festivals, musical events and public events. Also Read | India Weather Forecast: Monsoon in Active ...Read More >
Census 2027 conducted in two phases: house listing and population count Sikkim on Wednesday, April 1 initiated its self-enumeration exercise for Census 2027, signalling a transition towards digital governance in the nationwide population count. The move enables residents to submit their demographic details online in a secure environment, aimed at improving efficiency and accuracy in data collection. Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur and Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang formally launched the initiative by completing their own self-enumeration. The Census 2027 exercise will be conducted in tw ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to maintain administrative continuity during the nationwide exercise, the Odisha government has prohibited the transfer of officers and staff involved in the upcoming Census 2027 until its completion in March 2027. Additional Chief Secretary of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Arabinda Kumar Padhee, has issued a formal directive to all departmental secretaries, heads of departments, district collectors, municipal commissioners, and chief census officers, outlining the operational guidelines and stressing the need for uninterrupted support. This move comes ...Read More >
Hyderabad: A devastating explosion at a chemical manufacturing unit in Pashamylaram industrial area in Sangareddy district, claimed 15 lives and left 34 workers injured. The tragic incident occurred on Monday at Sigachi Industries Pvt Ltd which manufactures microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) powder used in pharmaceutical, food and other industries. Eyewitnesses said there was a loud explosion, shaking nearby areas and sending thick black smoke into the sky. The factory was soon engulfed in flames, triggering panic among employees and nearby residents. The incident occurred around 9 am on Monday ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 18 (UNI) In view of the ongoing heavy rains in Hyderabad, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed all concerned departments to stay on high alert and ensure swift response to public grievances. The Chief Minister instructed officials from GHMC, HMDA, Water Works, Electricity, and Police departments to work in close coordination to prevent any rain-related disruptions. He also emphasised the need for immediate action in areas facing waterlogging, power outages, or other rain-induced issues. CM Revanth Reddy further directed the deployment of SDRF, NDRF, Hydra teams, and ot ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 28 (PTI) India's gains from importing discounted Russian oil are estimated to be just USD 2.5 billion per annum, significantly lower than the previously speculated range of USD 10-25 billion, a research report said on Thursday. Stopping Russian oil imports would force India, the world's third-largest oil importer and consumer, to rely on limited alternatives, potentially driving global crude prices up to USD 100 per barrel amid rising demand and tight supply. "Benefit from Russian oil imports is way less than exaggerated media numbers," brokerage CLSA said in a report. While ...Read More >
As Bihar heads into assembly elections next month (November 6), the Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a major digital overhaul of its polling infrastructure. The state will serve as the pilot for ECI Net, a new one-stop digital platform that promises real-time updates and streamlined coordination across all levels of election management. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, while announcing the two-phase election schedule on Monday, called ECI Net "the mother of all apps" and said it will serve as a single-window digital ecosystem connecting Booth Level Officers (BLOs), E ...Read More >
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season has barely begun, but it has already delivered its first major controversy. Following Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) six-wicket defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium, a pointed remark from captain Ajinkya Rahane has triggered a wider debate - forcing Cricket Australia (CA) to step in with a clarification. At the centre of the storm is Cameron Green, KKR's high-profile signing worth INR 25.20 crore, who did not bowl a single over despite MI's dominant chase of 220. KKR seemed in control after posting a commanding 220/4, but the script ...Read More >
Hyderabad, March 30: The Census in AP Telangana will be conducted in two phases, according to Census Registrar General Mrityunjaya. He announced detailed timelines and procedures for both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, including self enumeration and household surveys. Speaking to the media on Monday, Mrityunjaya said that Andhra Pradesh will begin its household survey from May 1 to May 30. Meanwhile, self enumeration will be allowed earlier, from April 16 to April 30. Similarly, in Telangana, the household survey will take place from May 11 to June 9. Self enumeration in the state will be open ...Read More >
Srinagar- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said foreign countries were told clearly during the post-Operation Sindoor diplomatic outreach that in case of a fresh provocation, India would repeat its action. Speaking at a discussion at the Ahmedabad Management Association, Tharoor said Indian delegations which visited foreign countries in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor managed to convey that India acted with restraint and responsibility. "In other places, we actually were able to get some very high-placed people to say not only that they respected and supported India's right of self- ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a move towards achieving end-to-end digitalisation of the coal exploration value chain, the government on Tuesday said it is set to launch the Exploration Module on the Single Window Clearance System web portal. To be launched through Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL) by Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy on July 4, this module will allow allottees to submit their exploration proposals online, which will then be processed and approved by the ministry through the integrated system. The module covers the entire process of Explorat ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
New Delhi: Census 2027 will roll out in 11 states from April 1. Caste census will be recorded in the second phase, registrar general and census commissioner of India Mritunjay Kumar Narayan said on Monday while insisting on self-enumeration by the respondents. A total of 34 questions has been compiled for respondents. "For the first time, the census will be conducted digitally," he said during a press meet. "The reference date of Census 2027 is 00:00 hours of March 1, 2027 (for UT of Ladakh and snow-bound non-synchronous areas of UT of Jammu and Kashmir and states of Uttarakhand and Himachal ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday participated here in the first self-enumeration exercise in India's census history, giving an option to citizens to submit their own information through a special web portal, officials said. In a message posted on X, Shah urged people to fully cooperate in this national duty by providing the requested essential information to the Census team when it visits their homes. "As part of the first phase of the Census, the 'House Listing' process commencing today, I filled the self-enumeration form. This process will play a crucial ro ...Read More >
Police officials said the man, from Visakhapatnam, had already paid the principal amount but was being hounded for a huge amount as interest. The man's family has lodged complaints with the police commissioner and the district collector. Hyderabad: Facing relentless harassment after taking a loan of Rs 2,000 from an instant loan app, a 27-year-old died by suicide in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam just 47 days after he got married. Police officials said Narendra, who catches fish for a living, ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Revenue minister Suresh Pujari on Saturday said Odisha would not be allowed to follow the lawless path in sand operations like it is in Bihar and West Bengal, while responding to the recent assault of an additional tehsildar in Kaptipada block, Mayurbhanj district, by the sand mafia. He promised stringent action against the sand mafia regardless of their connections, while speaking to mediapersons here on Saturday."The Kaptipada incident represents a serious escalation in conflict between law enforcement and the sand mafia. The attack on officers performing their enforcement dutie ...Read More >
New Delhi: Alleging "blatant misuse" of agencies to defame its leaders, AAP on Thursday questioned why the first information report filed against former Delhi ministers Saurabh Bharadwaj and Satyendar Jain was being kept under wraps and "selective" press notes were being leaked to the media.Bharadwaj, who is Delhi AAP convener, alleged that only two former ministers were named in the case without any reasonable cause while all the officers of the health and public works departments, who were actually responsible for executing the hospital projects, were spared. "Is the FIR so baseless that BJP ...Read More >
Nagpur: The Nagpur bench of Bombay high court on Monday directed the Maharashtra State Infrastructure Development Corporation (MSIDC) to develop a comprehensive statewide policy for tree cutting and compensatory afforestation. This directive came after reports revealed violations of the Maharashtra Urban Areas Protection and Preservation of Trees Act during infrastructure projects.A division bench comprising justices Nitin Sambre and Sachin Deshmukh granted MSIDC four weeks to submit a detailed affidavit outlining its policy, compliance measures, and monitoring mechanisms. The order emerged fr ...Read More >
Pune: State Election Commission (SEC) will use the July 1, 2025, updated legislative assembly voters' list for the upcoming local body elections with chairperson Dinesh Waghmare directing district collectors and municipal commissioners to begin preparations based on the updated voter rolls during video conferences on Thursday and Friday.Elections are due for 29 municipal corporations, 290 nagar panchayats and parishads, 32 zilla parishads, and 336 panchayat samitis, as their terms have expired. "There is no separate voters' list for local body polls. The Election Commission of India (ECI)'s up ...Read More >
Taking a tough stand on illegal conversion, the Uttarakhand State Cabinet has approved the Uttarakhand Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill on Wednesday, under which strong provisions have been added for stringent penalties on illegal conversion, a ban on propaganda through digital media and protection of victims. The bill was passed during a meeting held on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The Bill includes punishment for marriage under false identity and ...Read More >
New Delhi: The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki has announced the rollout of its first made-in-India electric vehicle - the e-Vitara SUV - in a major boost to the green segment from its upgraded Gujarat plant, which is now set to become one of the world's largest automotive manufacturing hubs with a projected annual capacity of one million units. Crucially, this facility will serve as Suzuki's global production base for electric vehicles (EVs), exporting to over 100 countries, including advanced markets in Japan and Europe, which is aligned with India's vision of becoming a global aut ...Read More >
Mysuru: The ongoing social and educational survey conducted by the Backward Classes Commission has run into multiple hurdles in the twin districts of Mysuru and Chamarajanagar, causing significant delay in data collection. Launched on Sept 22, the survey -- intended to cover 12.6 lakh families across the twin districts within 15 days -- has made only limited progress. The survey is expected to be completed by Oct 7. Despite being the home turf of chief minister Siddaramaiah, enumerators are facing technical challenges such as mobile network issues and slow servers while uploading data using a ...Read More >
India's 1st Digital Census From April 1: You can log into the official self-enumeration portal using your mobile number and enter your details India is set to launch its first-ever fully digital census starting tomorrow, 1 April 2026. This 16th national census and the 8th since independence replaces the traditional paper-based methods with mobile applications and a web-based self-enumeration portal. What makes it unique? How can you enter your data? News18 explains THE TWO PHASES OF THE CENSUS The census will be conducted in two main phases across the country, with the Union Cabinet approv ...Read More >
New Delhi: India on Wednesday launched the first phase of Census 2027, marking the beginning of what is expected to be the world's largest population enumeration initiative, to be conducted in a digitalized format. It is India's 16th Census. It will begin with the listing of households and the housing phase is starting today, which will be conducted across states and Union Territories in a staggered manner. In a first, census enumerators will use a dedicated mobile application on smartphones to collect and upload data, replacing the paper-based process. Alongside this, citizens can also subm ...Read More >
Mysore/Mysuru: Following the launch of first phase of Census 2027, that began on Apr. 1 and will be held up to Apr. 15, through digital self-enumeration on exclusive online portal, Deputy Commissioner (DC) G. Lakshmikanth Reddy, also the Principal Census Officer, has appealed to the residents of Mysuru district to participate in the census in large numbers. Addressing media persons at the Court Hall of his Office in Siddarathanagar yesterday, DC Reddy said, after the conclusion of self-enumeration, in the first stage, the list of households and house census will be conducted from Apr. 16 to M ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The government received 8 million applications for Indiramma houses and the acceptance of these applications should be completed by December 31, said the revenue and housing minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy. On Wednesday, December 12 the minister held a video conference at the secretariat with Telangana chief minister's advisor Vem Narender Reddy and chief secretary Shanti Kumari. They discussed the examination of Indiramma house applications, the conduct of Group-II examinations, a social survey, and other related issues. Instructing officials to involve members of the Indiramm ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Ravada A Chandrasekhar took charge as the new State Police Chief on Tuesday. He succeeds Shaik Darvesh Saheb, who retired on June 30. His tenure will run until July 1, 2027. A 1991-batch IPS officer currently serving as Special Director with the Intelligence Bureau, Chandrasekhar is on central deputation. He was selected over Nitin Agarwal, who topped the official list of probables. The appointment order, issued by Kerala Chief Secretary Dr A Jayathilak on behalf of the Governor, was released soon after a cabinet meeting held on Monday. Hailing from Andhra Pradesh's Godav ...Read More >
Pune: As per Pune Municipal Corporation's latest Environment Status Report (ESR) 2023-24, the city houses as many as 55,81,578 trees, with the figures showing a steady annual increase.But for a city that claims to host over 55 lakh trees, deteriorating air quality makes the essential act of breathing rather difficult for residents.Even as the civic body boasts of planting lakhs of trees and expanding the city's green footprint, the on-ground reality is riddled with data inconsistencies, opaque processes and a visibly shrinking urban canopy.Citizens, environmentalists and independent researcher ...Read More >