Rs 1,526 Crore Cleared for Odisha's NH-326 Upgrade
The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 1,526 crore to upgrade NH-326 in Odisha, enhancing connectivity and boosting economic growth in the region. Read more.
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Walking in Indian Cities: A Daily Risk to Life
Unsafe footpaths with open manholes and debris force pedestrians onto roads, doubling fatalities in 6 years. This urban governance failure shows how India values human life. Read more.
Majhi's 2025: Jobs, Ports & Rs 16 Lakh Cr for Odisha
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi's 2025 focused on jobs, ports & Rs 16 lakh crore investments. See how his admin balanced ambition with course-correction. Read the full analysis.
VIP Road in Guwahati set for major Rs 15.59 crore overhaul
Guwahati's crucial VIP Road is set for a major Rs 15.59 crore redevelopment into a pedestrian-friendly corridor. Work starts Jan next year. Read about the safety upgrades.
Road Safety Audit Ordered for Bhubaneswar's Janpath-Cuttack Flyover
Odisha govt directs immediate road safety audit of Janpath-Cuttack Road flyover near Kharavel Nagar mall. Audit to focus on pedestrian safety, especially for visually impaired. Read details.
Walkaluru: 26-km footpath walk in Bengaluru on Jan 1
Join Bengaluru's Walkaluru event on Jan 1 for a 26-km walkathon to audit footpaths. Highlights need for safe pedestrian infrastructure. No registration needed.
BEST Bus Hits Pedestrians in Mumbai's Bhandup, Many Killed
A BEST bus ploughed into pedestrians in Mumbai's Bhandup area, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The driver is in custody. Get the latest updates on this tragic accident.
New FOB in Bhandup to Improve Pedestrian Connectivity
A new Foot Over Bridge in Mumbai's Bhandup suburb promises safer, quicker east-west crossings over busy railway lines, reducing congestion and detours for daily commuters. Discover the key features and impact.
Mumbai's Pedestrian Crisis: Empty Promises Before BMC Polls
With 51% of trips made on foot, Mumbai's crumbling footpaths and encroachments force walkers onto dangerous roads. As BMC elections approach, citizens demand real action, not just promises, to fix the city's walkability crisis.
Mumbai's Walking Woes: Empty Promises, Crowded Footpaths
As BMC elections near, Mumbai's pedestrians demand action. With 51% trips on foot, encroached & crumbling footpaths force walkers onto dangerous roads. Will the 'Pedestrian First' plan deliver?
New TTD First Aid Centre Opens on Alipiri-Tirumala Trek Route
TTD inaugurates a crucial first aid centre at Alipiri's 7th mile for pilgrims' safety. Learn how this facility aids the 20,000-30,000 daily devotees on the sacred trek.
Nashik: 80% Road Deaths Are Two-Wheeler Riders, Pedestrians
Shocking data reveals vulnerable road users account for over 80% of Nashik's traffic deaths in 2024. Experts blame reckless driving and poor infrastructure. Read the full report and what authorities are doing.
Odisha Govt Announces Free Bus Travel for School Students
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
Odisha CM launches SOG training centre, new police infrastructure
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated a state-of-the-art SOG training centre in Chandaka and unveiled massive police infrastructure projects, including 16 new stations and 15,326 new posts. Read about the state's strengthened security measures.
Odisha to develop 25 birthplaces of icons as heritage museums
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
Chandigarh pedestrian killed, city road deaths reach 86
A 50-year-old man was killed by a motorcyclist in Chandigarh's Industrial Area. The incident pushes the city's road fatality count to 86 this year. Read the full report.
Chennai's New Road Design Code Aims to Standardize City Streets
Chennai's transport authority drafts a 350-page uniform road design code to fix broken footpaths, frequent digging, and poor pedestrian infrastructure. Implementation expected by late 2025.
Bengaluru's Alarming Pedestrian Death Toll: 28% of Fatalities
Bengaluru's pedestrian safety crisis deepens as police data shows nearly 28% of road deaths involve walkers. Despite enforcement, 2025 risks higher toll. Read about causes and solutions.
Odisha launches 491 new Anganwadi centres virtually
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida virtually inaugurated 491 new Anganwadi centres, a key step in the state's mission to empower women and children. Discover the government's vision for a robust early childhood ecosystem.
Odisha fast-tracks Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip economic hub
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development plan.
Pune road crossing turns fatal for domestic help
A domestic worker's death on Pune's Ganeshkhind Road exposes the city's pedestrian safety crisis. Residents demand urgent infrastructure changes. Read the full report.
Ambala Subway Project Cleared, Construction to Start Soon
Haryana Minister Anil Vij announces NOCs issued for Ambala subway connecting bus stand & railway station. NHAI directed to expedite the 60-meter project for safer pedestrian crossing. #Ambala #Infrastructure
22 Maoists surrender in Odisha, lured by enhanced bounty
Odisha police credit a 10% higher reward payout for the mass surrender of 22 Maoists. The state's revised rehabilitation package now exceeds Chhattisgarh's, offering up to Rs 1.2 crore for top leaders.
Odisha AG Audit for Forest Dept's Thar Vehicle Procurement
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Drunk Pedestrian Run Over in Bengaluru, Driver Held
A tragic accident in Bengaluru claims the life of a drunk pedestrian hit by a private bus. The driver has been arrested. Read details on the incident and police action.
Ludhiana to get 15km of pedestrian-friendly roads
Ludhiana's city committee finalizes designs to convert 15 km of busy roads into green corridors with cycling lanes. A major infrastructure upgrade is underway. Read more.
Journalist's life altered by speeding bike accident in Kochi
A journalist recounts her traumatic accident with a speeding bike in Kochi, leading to multiple fractures, a ruptured spleen, and lifelong health consequences. Read her powerful story on road safety.
3-Year Stalled Chennai Plaza Project Makes Walking a Nightmare
A 27.3 crore pedestrian plaza project on Chennai's MC Road, stalled for three years, forces pedestrians to navigate dangerous dug-up paths and bike encroachments. Read about the daily struggle and promised solutions.
Odisha's Urban Expansion: New NACs & Municipalities Notified
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
Chandigarh MC's Anti-Encroachment Drive: 92 Challans Issued
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's Sunday drive removed illegal vendors from footpaths in Sector 15, 41, 22 & Manimajra. 92 challans issued. Officials warn of regular action to decongest areas. Read more.
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