Over 6,900 consumers pay electric bills through post offices in Mangalore (Karnataka, India)
In Mangalore, people are paying their electricity bills through post offices.
E governance
Indian Government updates rural job scheme programme
The Government of India announced the extension of the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA), which guarantees 100 days of wage employment to rural households, to all districts in the country, for performing manual labour at minimum wages.
New ICT project launched for better online link to government
The Prime Minister of Bernama has launched a national ICT project Managed Portal Services (MPS), which is designed to drive greater ICT-usage among the people.
Dubai eGovt evaluates e-services
The Dubai eGovernment is carrying out a quality report into the efficacy of its electronic services. The report covers a number of areas including ease of use, quality of services provided and access to e-services.
Local Govt increases broadband use in South Africa
The South Africa Government has been slowly increasing the use of broadband and wireless technologies.
Haryana (India) Govt selects 3i Infotech for e-governance project
The Haryana state government has selected 3i-Infotech firm for the establishment of e-Disha Ekal Seva Kendra Project.
Ericsson takes e-governance to villages in Tamil Nadu (India)
Telecom leader Ericsson has launched the ‘Gramjyoti Rural Broadband Project’ in the village of Vadugambadi in Tamil Nadu, 60 kms from Chennai (India).
City of Selma wants comments and requests via Web
The city of Selma, California has launched a new feature, called “Citizens’ Requests”, which will allow residents and businesses to contact city officials with any concerns or issues they have.
e-Payments gaining ground in Coimbatore (India)
The Coimbatore Corporation of India (CCI) in Tamil Nadu is planning to introduce an online payment option for tax collection. The Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has partnered with couple of banks for electronic clearance service for collection of bill amounts.
Labour Ministry’s website is a ‘boon’ for job-seekers
The Labour Ministry of Dubai has launched a new interactive website for job-seekers. The new website will also guide employers on how to choose their employees.
