Australia Social Media Ban Hits 4.7M Teen Accounts
Australia's new social media law has blocked 4.7 million teen accounts in its first month. Platforms face fines up to A$49.5 million for non-compliance.
Australia's new social media law has blocked 4.7 million teen accounts in its first month. Platforms face fines up to A$49.5 million for non-compliance.
Delhi's MCD has imposed fines exceeding Rs 15 lakh this winter to combat open and biomass burning, deploying 225 surveillance teams for night enforcement.
Mumbai University imposes hefty fines on colleges and students for missing enrollment deadlines. Penalties range up to Rs 10 lakh for colleges and Rs 5,000 for students.
Kolkata traffic police prosecuted 790 motorists for unnecessary honking in one month, mostly in hospital and school zones. They now plan city-wide drives with Rs 2,000 fines.
Gurgaon traffic police issued over 21,900 challans with fines totaling Rs 1.8 crore between January 5 and 11, 2026. Wrong-side driving topped violations.
Bicholim town faces a severe parking shortage, forcing residents into no-parking zones and fines. Councillor promises relief with new market facility. Read more.
Despite issuing over 2,100 challans for dust violations, MCD has recovered a mere fraction of the Rs 3.6 crore fines. Experts question enforcement effectiveness as Delhi's air quality remains a concern.
Patna Municipal Corporation's 'Nagar Shatru' initiative fines 500 for spitting & littering, boosting cleanliness and revenue. A push for Swachh Survekshan ranking.
Expert reveals simple yet crucial washroom hygiene habits to protect your family from germs and infections like UTIs. Learn the right cleaning routines and product use.
Hyderabad transport teams booked 31 contract carriage buses in a single-day safety drive, collecting Rs 76,000 in fines. Key violations included missing safety gear and unauthorised goods. Read the full report.
Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens heads to 2026 free agency as a top-50 player. Get details on his $124M projection, career earnings, and 16 fines.
A severe rodent infestation has taken over Trichy's Mahatma Gandhi Memorial GH, with rats found in critical wards. Patients report fear and hygiene issues. Officials promise action.
Dubai launches AI-powered cameras on waste trucks for real-time littering detection. Fines up to Dh500 aim to keep streets spotless. Read how technology is transforming urban cleanliness.
BJD student & youth wings staged a massive protest in Bhubaneswar demanding withdrawal of the PUCC policy. They allege public harassment over fines & fuel denial. Govt defends move as anti-pollution step. Read the full story.
Visakhapatnam's RTA suspended over 69,000 driving licences for traffic violations in 2025, with helmetless riding being the top offence. Learn about the strict enforcement and new road safety norms.
Gurgaon Police adopts a strict stance against wrong-side driving, deciding to file FIRs under BNS. Over 2 lakh challans issued in 2025. Learn about the new enforcement strategy.
Shocking data reveals every second Ahmedabad citizen paid traffic fines in 2025, totaling Rs 262.6 crore. Helmetless riding tops offences. Read the full analysis.
Panchkula traffic police challans surged in 2025, with PUC violations hitting 27,939. New software drives strict enforcement. Check your documents to avoid heavy fines.
Jaipur Municipal Corporation revives camera-based surveillance, collecting nearly Rs 3 lakh in fines to boost cleanliness for Swachh Survekshan 2025. Commissioner appeals for public cooperation.
Bengaluru traffic police collect a record ₹251.26 crore in fines in 2023-24, the highest in a decade. Read about the surge in violations and enforcement measures.
Margao Municipal Council's CCTV surveillance at waste black spots catches a major illegal dumper near Damodar College. Over 200 cases booked, fines levied. New Sonsoddo plant to tackle 5-tonne daily waste.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's solid waste department sealed 12 commercial units and collected over Rs 4 lakh in fines during a major anti-littering drive across city zones. Read the full crackdown details.
Bengaluru authorities plan a joint towing drive against illegal parking to ease congestion. New enforcement will involve traffic police and all city corporations. Read more.
Visakhapatnam authorities impose ₹10 crore environmental compensation and issue 159 e-challans in a major anti-pollution drive. Read about the multi-department crackdown.
Abu Dhabi Police intensify campaign against noisy vehicles, imposing fines up to Dh2,000 and 12 black points. Learn the rules to avoid penalties and ensure community peace.
UAE authorities ban barbecues in Jebel Hafeet parking areas to combat littering. Fines start at Dh1,000. Find out where you can still grill and why this rule is in place.
Lucknow Traffic Police's special enforcement drive from Dec 31 to Jan 1 resulted in 5,039 challans. Riding without helmets was the top offence. Read details of the crackdown aimed at festive road safety.
Despite fines and weekly removal drives, Madurai grapples with posters defacing public spaces. Officials collected ₹19,000, but new ads appear overnight. Can murals and vertical gardens offer a solution?
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike introduces a new garbage tender with strict penalties for contractors failing to collect waste. Learn about the new rules and fines.