Why Mumbai Needs a Vilasrao Deshmukh
Region: India
I know this statement might actually sound too alarming for many people. Some might think that I'm actually brokendown by the demise of the former Maharashtra CM who apparently had his name involved in almost all big scams... more
Views: 1200Onion Prices Still Making India Cry
Region: India
Nearly 2 months later, millions of Indians are still teary eyed, thanks to the high price of onions which is refusing to come down. Food inflation in India hit its peak in December 2010, with onions being priced a... more
Views: 2557Rohini Powar - Community Correspondent With Real Unheard Stories
Region: IndiaHers’ was a typical story of typical village girl. Dropped out of school after 10th, married in her teen, forced to make financial contribution to family, yet not allowed to take a decision on family affair. It... more
Views: 1505Dharavi, Asia's biggest slum, to get a face-lift
Region: India
Mumbai, India (GroundReport) - Dharavi, in the heart of Mumbai, India hosts 52,000 families who live in slums. It is sometimes referred to as the largest slum in Asia. But this is likely to change very soon. The state... more
Views: 2737India: Dolphinariums On Hold After Opposition
Region: IndiaSeveral dolphinariums which were to be erected at different locations in India have been put on hold after the animal organizations protested against the plans. The issue was specially taken up by People for the Et... more
Views: 394In Pune, A Women-only Bus Service
Region: India
A city bus service meant only for the women was inaugurated in Pune, western city of India on Thursday. The buses will run on three of the busiest routes in the city. The service was inaugurated at the hands of Vandana Ch... more
Views: 468Maharashtra Government to Check Migrant Workers For Dengue Spread
Region: IndiaIn a bid to contain the spread of dengue in the big cities, the Maharashtra government has ordered to carry out checks on the migrant workers. Special check up will be carried of the laborers in the construction in... more
Views: 523Ajit Pawar's Exit Confirmed; Maha Political Drama Ends
Region: India
The political drama in Maharashtra came to an end on Saturday as the Governor K Sankaranarayan accepted the resignation of Ajit Pawar as Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Finance, Planning and Energy from the council ... more
Views: 496Maharashtra Increases Security At Four Shrines
Region: India
After four explosions rocked the second most important city, the western Indian state government of Maharashtra woke up to the security needs of the state. The government on Sunday announced more security for four importan... more
Views: 495Economy Reform Seekers Meet Anti-Corruption Cursaders
Region: India
In a unique meeting of sorts, the reform seekers who want to change the economic scenario of the country met anti-corruption crusaders on Monday. The meeting involved discussions on ways to improve the nation's socia... more
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