Governance

As e-shram is a central scheme, there is very little effort from the BBMP or the state to popularise it among workers and encourage their enrollment.

As Bengaluru Development Minister, many of Basavaraj Bommai’s promises are the same as those made by ex-CMs. However, many projects are yet to be even started.

Giving people-centred urban politics shape and substance is the task cut out for Bengalureans on the eve of the forthcoming civic elections.

A new Karnataka government platform helps you to execute contracts from anywhere, at any time without the need for a notary or stamp paper.

While residents of areas like HBR 5th Block have at least applied for compensation, many in other flood-prone areas are totally unaware that they are even eligible.

BBMP’s draft delimitation notification lists 243 wards. The public can check the details and send objections and suggestions.

New Apartment Associations often face issues — from electrical to sewage treatment. This event brings best practices on taking over from a builder.

The way forward, activists say, is to strengthen e-Governance Department’s online RTI portal which accepts applications pertaining to various departments.

CAG audit finds the Karnataka Road Development Corporation ignored gross violations of safety requirements specified in the project agreements.

At the end of the day, for BBMP officials, it doesn’t matter if it is birth or death, happy or sad, it is just another day to fleece citizens.

BJP banks on Modi for local votes, INC on their “track record”. JDS ready with ORR story. Unencumbered by the past, AAP and BNP promise citizen participation.

Despite a state board to provide for their welfare, construction workers get nothing from the bounty others reap from the real estate boom of recent times.