Maharashtra's State Institute of Disaster Management (SIDM) proposal is under final govt review. The ₹184.94 crore Nagpur MIHAN campus aims to be a nodal hub for training and research. Read more.
Kerala govt mandates uniform disaster waste management for all districts. New protocol aims to prevent chaos like in Wayanad's July 2024 Meppadi disaster. Details on roles, timelines, and challenges.
Uttar Pradesh Disaster Management Authority outlines crowd control strategy for 44-day Prayagraj Magh Mela. Mock drills to begin Dec 27. Read details on safety preparations.
A speeding BMW driver, allegedly drunk, crashed on Ludhiana's Ferozepur Road flyover, abused bystanders & media. Police took him into custody. Read the full details of the shocking incident.
A student's motorcycle was stolen from Phagwara's busy Sabzi Mandi. Police have registered a case and are reviewing CCTV footage to track the thieves. Read for details.
Ludhiana's key corridors descend into gridlock as vital road dividers are stolen or destroyed. Residents demand action as traffic anarchy risks safety near schools and hospitals.
Jaggery production surges in Salem, Dharmapuri & Namakkal ahead of Pongal on Jan 15. Units produce 50-70 tonnes daily. Read about the demand spike and food safety checks.
Dehradun Chief Secretary directs MDDA to find new site for Niranjanpur Mandi, pushes for parking reforms & faster project execution under Mobility Plan to decongest city.
Gurgaon police arrested four, including a woman, for stealing mustard sacks from Haily Mandi. The gang, habitual offenders, sold the produce for Rs 50,000. Read more.
A CAG report criticizes Karnataka for delays in creating a flood and landslide action plan, urging better disaster authority function. Read the key findings.
Bihar's DMD, UN, and UNICEF held a 2-day DiDRR workshop in Patna to integrate disability inclusion into all disaster management stages. Experts stress inclusive design for effective response.
Farmers in Ludhiana's Sahnewal mandi are up in arms over plummeting prices for vegetables like cauliflower and cabbage, selling far below MSP. They demand government intervention.
Prayagraj gears up for Magh Mela with AI-based crowd control, 50 drones, and cyber help desks to ensure safety for an estimated 15 crore pilgrims. Full security plan revealed.
State-run NBCC (India) Ltd secures two major orders worth ₹345 crore from IIT Mandi and Kandla SEZ. Details on the project management, maintenance contracts, and stock performance analysis inside.
Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh gears up to observe Vijay Diwas on December 16, commemorating India's 1971 war victory. The event will honor war heroes and martyrs. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh Building & Construction Workers Welfare Board disbursed over Rs 14 crore to beneficiaries. A new sub-office in Mandi was approved to improve service delivery. Read more.
Jaipur households get relief as fresh winter vegetables from local farms flood Muhana Mandi, causing a significant price drop. Traders predict further declines by mid-December. Read more.
Five minors aged 15-18 apprehended for allegedly murdering a man in northwest Delhi. The victim, a known criminal, involved them in petty crimes. Read the full investigation details.
Sri Lanka issues fresh landslide warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's rains worsen the disaster. Over 618 dead, 2 million affected. Read about the regional crisis and relief efforts.
Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board takes action against 39 secretaries for financial & procedural lapses. Details on the charges and government's crackdown inside.
The National Green Tribunal has launched a formal inquiry into Mahalaxmi Stone Crusher in Mandi district for alleged illegal mining and environmental damage. A joint committee must inspect the site within two weeks. Read the full story.
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
On the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas disaster, the Sambhavna Trust Clinic launched a comprehensive digital archive. This free repository offers vital information for researchers and survivors worldwide. Explore the history and ongoing impact.
A journalist in Hong Kong during the deadly Tai Po fire reflects on the misplaced anxiety of distant friends and the city's neglected public housing crisis. Read why instant concern can be a distraction.
Central govt allocates ₹582 crore from NDRF & ₹397 crore from SDRF to Himachal Pradesh for disaster preparedness & recovery. Details on past allocations & NDRF deployments inside.
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu clarifies the Mandi rally is a 'jan sankalp' event, not a celebration, amid BJP criticism over disaster funds. He also challenges BJP MLAs to jointly seek PM's promised ₹1500 crore relief.
Delhi CM launches NDMA's Disaster Ready Schools Campaign across 2,082 schools. Earthquake drills, hazard mapping & digital threat training to safeguard 16.5 lakh students in seismic zone IV. Read more.
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu clarifies the Dec 11 Mandi event is a 'Jan-Sankalp Rally' on governance reforms, not a celebration. He counters BJP's allegations of misusing disaster funds. Read the full Assembly debate details.
The death toll from devastating floods and landslides in West Sumatra, Indonesia, has climbed to 75. Rescue efforts continue as dozens remain missing. Read the latest updates.
Indonesia faces devastating floods and landslides with 442 confirmed deaths and 402 still missing. Rescue operations continue amid challenging conditions.