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BENGALURU: BBMP marshals deployed at lake security and supervision wing, ward monitoring and Indira Canteens are working without salaries since March. The situation has arisen after Bangalore Solid Waste Management Limited was carved out of BBMP for garbage management. Their salaries are usually given through the Ex-Servicemen Welfare Society and each marshal is paid Rs 17,500 monthly. "Supervisors say the delay is due to a set of procedures. Earlier, the amount was given to the Ex-Servicemen ...Read More >
Gurgaon: MCG additional commissioner Yash Jaluka directed bulk waste generators (BWG) across the city to ensure proper disposal of waste by private agencies who are assisting them. Giving these instructions in a meeting held on Friday, he said it is often observed that BWGs hand over their waste to private agencies, which only sort valuable items and dump the remaining waste on roads, drains, vacant land or public places. This, he said, not only affects cleanliness of the city but also poses a t ...Read More >
Panaji: Chief minister Pramod Sawant sent a strong message to industries, stating that the dumping of hazardous and industrial waste in non-designated areas would not be tolerated. He chaired a meeting of the Goa Waste Management Corporation on Friday, and said that all types of waste, including industrial, chemical, and biomedical waste generated in the state, will be monitored and tracked.Sawant said that while nearly all hospitals and medical facilities complied with norms for the disposal of ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Three government officials were caught by the Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau on Thursday, June 26, for demanding bribes of Rs 30,000 in two separate cases. In one of the cases, panchayat secretary Ananthula Sathish Kumar of Nagulapaati Annaram village, located in Penpahad mandal of Suryapet district was caught by the ACB officials for demanding a bribe of Rs 15,000. The official demanded a bribe from the complainant for issuing a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the gram pancha ...Read More >
Hyderabad: In a significant anti-corruption crackdown, the Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested two officials from the Adilabad Municipality on charges of demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹15,000. The accused have been identified as Battala Raj Kumar, serving as an Accounts Officer, and Kondra Ravi Kumar, employed as a Computer Operator in the Adilabad Municipality. The ACB stated that both officials were caught red-handed while accepting the bribe from a local contractor. The con ...Read More >
Mumbai: To bring discipline to urban traffic and avoid unnecessary congestion on roads, the Urban Development Department must amend its policy to strengthen the parking system, said Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik. He emphasized the importance of introducing an integrated parking system in metropolitan cities. Minister Sarnaik was speaking at a meeting of municipal commissioners from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), held at Mantralaya. The meeting included officials such as A ...Read More >
Dimapur, June 26 (MExN): Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC), in the interest of the general public, has fixed the rate for construction and workers wages under the DMC jurisdiction. The prescribed rate is maximum amount fixed by DMC which is to be followed strictly, failing to comply with this rate, appropriate action will be taken as per the provision of the law, stated the order issued by Thungchanbemo Thungoe, Chief Executive Officer, DMC. "This order shall come into force with immediate effect ...Read More >
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Bhubaneswar: As Odisha gears up for the grand Rath Yatra, Reliance Industries Limited, in close collaboration with the Puri district administration, has launched a comprehensive series of efforts to ensure that visitors enjoy a safe, comfortable, and enriching journey. The annual chariot festival in Puri draws lakhs of devotees who gather to witness the majestic procession of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra from the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple. Honouring the spirit of seva ...Read More >
Hyderabad: In a move loaded with political messaging, the Congress govt in Telangana expanded its cabinet on Sunday by inducting only Scheduled Caste (SC) and Backward Class (BC) legislators. The decision, party leaders said, was aimed at reinforcing the govt's commitment to social justice and marginalised communities. It also aligns with the party's recent legislative efforts, including two significant bills proposing 42% reservation for BCs in education, employment, and elected bodies, and ano ...Read More >
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has initiated significant urban development projects worth over Rs. 1700 crore in Gujarat as part of the Urban Development Year 2025. This extensive plan, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision, aims to transform urban areas into vibrant economic hubs and enhance citizens' quality of life. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has launched an ambitious initiative to bolster urban welfare through enhanced facilities during the Urban Development Year 2025 celebr ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, June 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) A fire broke out on Sunday at the Jayashree Chemical Factory, located in Ramdev Estate-4 in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, sparking panic among local residents and factory workers, officials said. This marks the second such incident in nearly a month at the same industrial estate. According to reports, the fire is reported to have started due to sparks during welding work inside the factory. However, no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident. The Ahmedab ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], June 8 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has begun advanced planning to ensure that if urban roads across the state are severely damaged due to heavy rains during this year's monsoon, resurfacing and repair work can begin without delay. For this purpose, the Chief Minister has approved the allocation of a total grant of Rs 107 crore to 149 municipalities across the state from the Mukhyamantri Shaheri Sadak Yojana, under the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhya Mantr ...Read More >
Jalpaiguri: The matter of trouble over a coconut tree leaning over a neighbour's house landed in the Calcutta High Court. Due to that, a retired agricultural officer is fearing for his life in case the tree falls. Despite repeated requests, the neighbour did not cut down the coconut tree. And so he filed a case in the Jalpaiguri Circuit Bench of the Calcutta High Court for a resolution on the matter. The incident took place in Pandapara of the Jalpaiguri district. It is learnt that in the conte ...Read More >
Kolkata, Jun 7 (PTI) The West Bengal Police have submitted a charge sheet against 13 people in the father-son double murder case in Murshidabad's Zafarabad violence in April, a senior officer said. The murders of Haragobindo Das (74) and his son Chandan Das (40) took place on April 11 during the Dhuliyan-Suti-Shamshergunj communal violence, amid protests over the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 in the district. The riots left at least three people dead and many injured, besides forcing hundreds to ...Read More >
Gandhinagar, June 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Gujarat government on Friday announced that Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has granted in-principle approval for development projects worth over Rs 1,700 crore in a single day. These funds will be directed to six newly-formed Municipal Corporations, five Municipalities, and the Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar Municipal Corporations. The approvals come under the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Urban Development Scheme, aimed at accelerating infrastructure growth a ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Twelve people were arrested in connection with Wednesday's violent protest against an ethanol factory proposed at Pedda Dhanwada village in Jogulamba district. Sub-inspector D Jagadeeswar said the police used video footage to identify those involved in the unrest.In a video statement on Thursday, the SI said notices were issued to five others. "Protesters came armed with sticks and red chilli powder. They pelted stones at the police and set fire to a container and makeshift shelters m ...Read More >
Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh): A group of environmental activists in Neemuch has revived a tree that was cut in half. The tree, known as Alstonia Scholaris, was cut down by employees of Neemuch Municipality six months ago. It had been flourishing for 25 years before it was cut, leaving a one-foot stump. Despite complaint made by former councillor Dr Prithvi Singh Verma, no action was taken to save the tree. Determined to give the tree a second chance, Dr Verma shared the situation with Jagdish Shar ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Two officials of Medchal and Malkajgiri districts were caught red-handed by the Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000 on Thursday, June 5. Bill collector of Shamirpet ward office, K Ram Reddy and computer operator in Thumkunta municipality, A Sravan, of Medchal-Malkajgiri district demanded a bribe for an official favour "to complete the mutation process of the house of the complainant." Citizens facing bribe demands from public serva ...Read More >
Palakkad: A BJP leader from Palakkad has filed a formal complaint against popular rapper and songwriter Hirandas Murali, popularly known as Vedan, accusing him of defaming Prime Minister Narendra Modi and promoting caste-based division through his music. V S Minimol, a Municipal Councillor and Chairperson of the Development Committee at the Palakkad Municipality, has written to the Union Home Ministry and the National Investigation Agency (NIA), urging them to take action against the rapper. A ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A BJP leader from Palakkad has lodged an official complaint against noted rapper Vedan (Hirandas Murali), alleging that his music defames Prime Minister Narendra Modi and promotes caste divisions. VS Minimol, who serves as Municipal Councillor and Development Committee Chairperson at Palakkad Municipality, has sent letters to the Union home ministry and NIA seeking action against the artist.The complaint states that Vedan's song contains derogatory content about the Prime Minister and ...Read More >
Wayanad: A 'man-eater' tiger that killed a woman when she had gone to collect coffee beans in a forest-fringed estate two days ago, was found dead in Kerala's high-range district of Wayanad in the early hours of Monday, forest officials said. The death of the woman triggered widespread protest in the area, forcing the state government to declare the tiger as a man-eater on Sunday and schedule it for culling. Forest officials who were engaged in combing operations day and night to spot the anim ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Assembly witnessed heated scenes on Tuesday after the opposition raised the issue of the abduction of Koothattukulam councillor Kala Raju. The opposition staged a walkout following the discussion. While Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan stated that four cases had been registered in connection with the incident, he accused Kala Raju of switching sides. A visibly enraged opposition leader, VD Satheesan, questioned, "A councillor was abducted and insulted in this state ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], December 12 (ANI): To commemorate 'Seva, Sankalp Ane Samarpan Na 2 Varsh' (Two Years of Exceptional Service, Commitment, and Dedication) under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and to mark the commencement of the third year, a ceremony was organised at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar to channel the strength and skills of youth into state government services, according to the release. At the event, CM Patel, accompanied by Finance Minister Kanubhai De ...Read More >
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], December 12 (ANI): To commemorate 'Seva, Sankalp Ane Samarpan Na 2 Varsh' (Two Years of Exceptional Service, Commitment, and Dedication) under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and to mark the commencement of the third year, a ceremony was organised at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar to channel the strength and skills of youth into state government services, according to the release. At the event, CM Patel, accompanied by Finance Minister Kanubhai De ...Read More >
Kochi: The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) made significant gains in the bypolls to 31 local body wards in Kerala, held on November 20, according to results released by the State Election Commission (SEC) on Wednesday. The bypolls were held in one district panchayat ward, four block panchayat wards, three municipality wards, and 23 grama panchayat wards. In the previous elections held in 2020, the CPM-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) controlled 15 wards, the UDF controlled 13, and th ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Dec 4 (VOICE) The earthquake that hit Telangana on Wednesday morning was the second earthquake of over 5 magnitude on the Richter Scale in the region in the last 55 years.According to the National Center for Seismology, an earthquake of 5.3 magnitude was felt at 7.27 a.m. on Wednesday with Medaram in Mulugu district of Telangana as the epicentre. The region experienced an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 on April 13, 1969, with Bhadrachalam as the epicentre. According to scientist ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: All schools in Puri municipality will remain closed tomorrow on account of Navy Day celebration at Blue Flag Beach. The district administration has decided to keep all schools closed due to the President's visit to the Navy Day ceremony. The district administration has ordered the closure of all government and private primary, secondary and higher secondary schools in Puri municipality. Moreover, Mother's Public School, Prabhu Shree English Medium School, Chandra Shekhar Academy, ...Read More >
HELSINKI - Municipality Finance Plc has announced the issuance of a GBP 25 million tap under its existing Medium Term Note (MTN) program, set to commence trading on the Helsinki Stock Exchange on Monday. This new tranche increases the total nominal amount of the benchmark, originally issued on March 7, 2024, to GBP 425 million. The notes, which mature on October 2, 2028, carry a fixed annual interest rate of 4.375%. The issuance is part of MuniFin's extensive EUR 50 billion debt instrument pr ...Read More >
Starlink Program, the flagship project of CoinEx Charity's "Bridget to Hope" initiative, aims to bridge the digital divide by providing high-speed satellite internet to remote areas. This project empowers communities by improving access to education, economic opportunities, essential government services, and even crypto adoption. (Click the video to learn more about:CoinEx Charity Launches First Starlink Unit in the Philippines) First Deployment: Municipality of EB Magalona, Negros Occiden ...Read More >
"Sakhavu Pinarayikku abhivadyangal, ayiram ayiram abhivadyangal' (Salutations to Comrade Pinarayi, a thousand salutations)," cried party workers with red bandanas on their foreheads as the CM took to the makeshift stage. The CM then settled into his tried-and-tested mode of oratory, speaking slowly but coherently, occasionally looking at the paper in front of him, but mostly with his eyes toward the audience. He began listing the projects his administrations successfully implemented since 201 ...Read More >
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