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Capacity Gaps in Local Government Audits Raise Accountability Concerns

  January 22, 2026 India’s top auditor has raised concerns over capacity gaps in local government audit institutions, warning that weak oversight undermines accountability. Speaking at a national review meeting, officials highlighted shortages of trained auditors, outdated methods, and limited use of technology. These issues affect audits of municipal corporations, panchayats, and urban development authorities. With cities managing expanding budgets, ineffective audits can allow financial irregularities to go undetected. The CAG called for enhanced training programs, standardized procedures, and greater use of digital tools. Strengthening grassroots audit institutions is seen as essential to improving transparency and ensuring that public funds are used effectively.
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Bengaluru Traffic Police Launch Drive to Reduce Peak-Hour Congestion

 Bengaluru traffic: Traffic police draws measures to avoid congestions during peak hours | Bengaluru


December 6, 2025

The Bengaluru Traffic Police launched a special enforcement and awareness drive aimed at reducing peak-hour congestion across major junctions. The initiative focuses on stricter monitoring of lane discipline, illegal parking, and signal violations. Officials said traffic personnel would be deployed at congestion-prone stretches during office hours. Digital boards displaying real-time traffic updates have also been activated in select areas. Commuters welcomed the move but expressed concerns about long-term solutions. Urban mobility experts emphasized the need for improved public transport and last-mile connectivity. Authorities stated that the drive would be reviewed after two weeks to assess its impact.