Bihar's Water Resources Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary has ordered officials to expedite tendering for flood-control schemes, aiming for completion by May end to ensure reinforcement time before monsoon hits 28 vulnerable districts.
Heavy rains triggered deadly flash floods on Siau Island, Indonesia, killing at least 14 people. Rescue operations continue for 4 missing as authorities clear debris and aid hundreds displaced.
Animal rights activists in Lucknow protested the Supreme Court's interim order on removing dogs from public spaces. They demand strengthening of Animal Birth Control Rules and call the directive unscientific. Read more.
Panchkula's PMDA sanctions a major Rs 12.9 crore project to reinforce Ghaggar riverbanks, based on IIT Roorkee's plan, to protect vulnerable sectors from seasonal floods. Read details.
Animal rights activists in Chennai held silent protests demanding a Supreme Court stay on the mass removal of stray dogs before the Jan 7 deadline. They advocate for scientific ABC-ARV programs.
Punjab Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal distributed Rs 3.72 crore housing grants in Moonak and launched a Rs 32.8 lakh flood control project on the Ghaggar river. Read about the state's initiatives for farmers and underprivileged families.
Winter drives lizards, rats, cockroaches, ants, and spiders indoors. Learn effective, preventative strategies to remove them and keep your home pest-free all season. Act now!
Kerala High Court directs state to form a committee to balance flood mitigation in Alappuzha with protecting critical Olive Ridley and Hawksbill turtle nesting grounds at Thottappally Spillway.
Discover why mice seek shelter in your home during colder months. Learn about their entry points, nesting habits, and effective, practical strategies to keep them out for good.
Kanpur administration seals a chemical factory and inspects 108 units to ensure Ganga purity for Magh Mela. Tannery closure roster enforced from Dec 31, 2025. Read the full report.
Haryana government greenlights eight crucial projects worth crores for flood management on the Markanda River, aiming to protect lives and farmland in the region.
National Weather Services issues flood warning for Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Ventura till Thursday night. Risks include mudslides, debris flow. Key safety tips inside.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini approves 388 flood control schemes worth Rs 637.25 crore. He directs officials to complete work before monsoon and bans untreated water discharge into Yamuna.
Harwinder Singh and Ratanpal Singh, swept to Pakistan in 2023 floods, are finally coming home. Their families endured tragedy and poverty during the long wait. Read their emotional story.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 391, nearing severe levels. Key areas like Anand Vihar recorded 445. Govt announces Rs. 100 crore for water body rejuvenation and new E-Waste Park. Stay informed and take precautions.
Guru Nanak Dev University adopts flood-ravaged Gaggar village in Ajnala, launching a major winter relief drive with blankets, food, and medical aid for affected families.
India's first dedicated marine disaster response vessel, Samudra Pratap, is now operational. Learn how this ship will combat oil spills and protect our coastal ecosystem.
Delhi govt to continue 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy even after GRAP-IV lifts. Minister Sirsa announces crackdown on faulty PUC centres & Rs 100 crore for water bodies. Read more.
Environmentalist Balbir Singh Seechewal warns that delays in desilting Harike Pattan, a key flood regulator, could lead to catastrophic flooding in Punjab and Rajasthan. Urgent action is needed.
Chennai's Okkiyam Maduvu bridge expansion project, set for completion in September 2025, will widen the waterway to 205m, enhancing flood control post-Cyclone Michaung and improving city connectivity. Read more.
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
MPCB officials visited a Baner construction site to evaluate dust & noise control measures as per NGT's Dec 8 directive. Monitoring stations installed for 24-hour assessment.
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
A state-of-the-art multi-purpose flood shelter's construction begins in Majuli's Bengana Kalia village, enhancing Assam's disaster resilience. Read about this key infrastructure project.
Delhi CM announces strict enforcement of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to combat air pollution. Learn how this move aims to curb vehicle emissions and improve air quality in the capital.
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
CAG report reveals major lapses in Bengaluru's flood warning projects, leading to wasteful expenditure and leaving residents vulnerable. Read the full audit findings.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.