vasai virar municipal corporation

Vasai's traditional water system, its ancient ponds called bavkhals, is systematically disappearing as land values soar. These vital waterbodies, crucial for groundwater recharge and local supply, are being illegally reclaimed and built upon, leading to increased water scarcity and environmental degradation.

Tensions erupted in Mira Road over goats kept in a housing society ahead of Bakri Eid. Following viral videos and an injury, authorities removed around 40-50 goats. Local residents and politicians emphasized the need for designated sacrifice sites, with a former MP calling for a ban on society premises. Leaders urged peaceful celebrations.

Tensions flared in Mira Road after a video of a policeman with a pig went viral amid a dispute over goats kept in a housing society for Bakrid. The municipal corporation removed the goats, and police maintained a heavy presence. Local leaders called for animal sacrifices only at designated sites, with some Hindu groups protesting with pigs.

A dispute over housing goats for Bakrid rituals inside a Mira Road housing society escalated into protests and a bizarre pig-carrying incident. Objections arose over animal sacrifice within residential premises, leading to a standoff. Police intervened, and goats were eventually relocated to a designated municipal site, restoring order.

The BJP secured victories in the Municipal Corporation elections for Mandi, Dharamshala, and Solan in Himachal Pradesh, while the Congress retained control of Palampur. These results indicate a public shift in support, with the BJP attributing their wins to dissatisfaction with the current state government's policies and performance.

A Delhi court has expedited the Shraddha Walkar murder trial, setting it for day-to-day hearings from July 20. Aftab Poonawala is accused of killing his live-in partner in May. The case details reveal a strained family relationship for Walkar and her meeting Poonawala on a dating app, leading to a live-in relationship despite parental objections.

Punjab's ruling AAP secured a significant victory in municipal polls, winning 5 out of 8 municipal corporations and over 950 wards. This win, with assembly elections approaching, is attributed by CM Bhagwant Mann to the government's welfare schemes. Congress and SAD trailed significantly, while independents emerged as a notable force.

Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation is transitioning to electric vehicles. At least 50 diesel-run waste transportation vehicles will be replaced with EVs. This move aims to reduce fuel consumption and carbon footprint. The corporation will also use EVs for official and field work. This initiative supports green mobility and climate-resilient urban infrastructure goals.

Counting rehearsal on May 28; vote counting to begin at 8am on May 29