Fire in Andheri High-Rise: 1 Dead, 6 Injured
A massive fire broke out in an 18-storey residential building in Mumbai's Andheri West, resulting in one fatality and six injuries. Rescue operations by fire brigade are ongoing.
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CBSE suspends Gurgaon school's affiliation for one year
CBSE suspends GD Goenka High School's affiliation for 2026-27 due to infrastructure sharing, safety lapses, and admission irregularities. Students in IX-XII can continue with strict compliance.
CBSE suspends Gurgaon school for one year over violations
CBSE suspends GD Goenka High School in Sohna for one academic year after finding infrastructure sharing, safety lapses, and admission irregularities. Read the full details.
HC Allows Renovation of Dilapidated Kolkata Building Despite Civil Suit
Calcutta High Court prioritizes public safety, allows renovation of a dangerous building declared unsafe by KMC, overriding a civil ownership dispute. Read the full ruling details.
South Africa Building Collapse: 8 Dead, Dozens Trapped
A multi-storey building under construction collapsed in George, South Africa, killing at least 8 people. Over 50 workers are trapped as rescue operations continue. Read the latest updates.
Illegal Commercial Building in Mohali's Sukhna Enclave
Residents of Sukhna Enclave in Mohali allege illegal construction of a commercial club by a former cop's family. The administration warns of action as the RWA fights the residential zone violation.
FBI to permanently close Hoover HQ, move to new facility
The FBI's ageing J. Edgar Hoover Building will be permanently shut down as personnel shift to the Ronald Reagan Building. The move ends a 20-year debate and saves taxpayer money.
FBI to Close Hoover HQ, Move to Reagan Building
FBI Director Kash Patel announces permanent closure of aging J. Edgar Hoover building. Move to former USAID facility saves billions, starts immediately. Read details.
FBI closes Hoover HQ, moves to Reagan Building saving billions
FBI Director Kash Patel announces permanent shutdown of J. Edgar Hoover Building, moving HQ to Reagan Building, saving taxpayers nearly $5 billion. Read the full story.
Panaji Fire Dept to Inspect All CCP Buildings for NOC
Panaji's fire department will inspect all city buildings for fire safety certificates. Structures over 100sqm will be examined, others need self-declaration. Learn the new safety rules.
Gujarat HC halts Vadodara building over society NOC row
Gujarat High Court stays construction of a 10-storey building in Vadodara for lacking NOC from housing society, highlighting bylaws supremacy. Read the full legal dispute details.
Surat man falls from 10th floor, rescued from 8th floor
A man in Surat fell from the 10th floor while asleep but was miraculously rescued after getting stuck on the 8th-floor window grill. Read the incredible survival story.
Surat man falls from 10th floor, rescued from 8th floor
A Surat man miraculously survived a 10th-floor fall in his sleep, getting stuck on an 8th-floor window. Read about the dramatic rescue operation by fire officials.
40 Rescued in Mumbai High-Rise Fire, Goregaon Building Incident
A major fire broke out at a 14-storey residential building in Mumbai's Goregaon West, leading to the rescue of 40 people. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours. Read for details on the incident and response.
40 rescued from Mumbai residential building fire
A major fire broke out at a residential building in Mumbai's Andheri area. Prompt action by firefighters led to the safe rescue of 40 people. Read the full details of the incident and response.
Punjab CIC orders probe into Amritsar building records
Punjab's Chief Information Commissioner has directed a high-level inquiry into the Amritsar Municipal Corporation's failure to trace records for a major commercial complex, raising serious RTI and accountability concerns.
Delhi HC orders safety audit for Majnu ka Tila eateries
Delhi High Court has ordered authorities to ensure cafes and restaurants in Majnu ka Tila comply with building plans and fire safety norms. Action must be completed within three months.
Amritsar MC pulled up for missing Ganpati Tower records
Punjab CIC flags serious lapses in Amritsar MC's record management & RTI compliance. Detailed enquiry ordered into missing files of prominent commercial complex. Read the full story.
Chandigarh court awards Rs 1.3 lakh to doctor after dog bite
A Chandigarh court awarded Rs 1.3 lakh compensation to a doctor who needed plastic surgery after a neighbour's dog attack in 2020. The court found the pet owners negligent and in violation of municipal bylaws.
New Noida Rules to Speed Up Building Plan Approvals
UP cabinet clears new regulations allowing Noida Authority to directly approve building maps on exchanged land, cutting court delays. Read how this benefits landowners.
Ludhiana MC demolishes 22 illegal buildings in one day
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation launched a major drive, demolishing and sealing 22 unauthorized structures across Zones C and D. MC Commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal ordered the crackdown. Read more.
Tragedy at 'Stranger Things' Filming Location: Teen Dies
A 19-year-old girl fell to her death while exploring the abandoned Briarcliff Building, famous as Hawkins Lab in Stranger Things. Police investigate the tragic incident.
Punjab's Unified Building Rules Launch in Ludhiana
Ludhiana adopts Punjab's unified building rules, enabling self-certification for structures up to 21m via eNaksha. Deemed approval in 10 days slashes red tape. Architects face strict accountability.
Ludhiana MC demolishes, seals 7 illegal buildings
Ludhiana Municipal Corporation demolishes & seals 7 illegal structures. Officials warn of intensified drive against unauthorized construction. Read the full details.
Leopard in Bhayandar Building, 3 Residents Injured
A leopard entered a residential building in Bhayandar East on Friday, injuring three. Fire brigade and police are on the scene. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
Child dies in Bengaluru construction site accident
A young child lost their life after concrete blocks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru's Chinnappanahalli. Police cite lack of safety measures. Read the full report.
Bengaluru: 4-Year-Old Dies as Bricks Fall from Building
A 4-year-old girl died and her two siblings were injured when hollow bricks fell from an under-construction building in Bengaluru. Read the full report on the tragic accident and the safety lapses involved.
Gurgaon MCG cancels building plan for hiding property dispute
Gurgaon MCG cancels a former councillor's building plan approval for concealing a property dispute. The plan, approved via HOBPAS, was revoked after a complaint. Details inside.
Gurgaon liquor shops accused of major excise violations
Multiple Gurgaon liquor shops under probe for smuggling now face complaints for serious excise policy breaches, including illegal advertising and selling below MRP. Lawyer demands sealing and license suspension.
JDA demolishes building in Jaipur over approval row
A six-storey building in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar was demolished by JDA for lacking its permission. Owners claim JMC sanctioned the plan for Rs 1.25 lakh, highlighting a major coordination failure between civic bodies.
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