7 New STEM Labs Launched in Kolar Govt Schools
Nasscom Foundation partners with Applied Materials India to set up 7 advanced STEM labs in Malur, Kolar. The initiative targets classes 8-12, bringing hands-on learning to underserved areas. Read more.
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2 Labourers Die in Ahmedabad Building Site Accident
Two workers from Rajasthan died after a wooden platform collapsed in Ahmedabad's Ambawadi. Police cite negligence in safety measures. Read the full investigation details.
NITK Surathkal's Jute Geocell Cuts Cost 80%, Boosts Strength
NITK Surathkal, with the National Jute Board & Birla Jute Mills, creates a sustainable jute geocell for construction. It offers 120% higher bearing capacity and 80% lower cost than polymer options. A green leap for Indian infrastructure.
Haryana orders probe into Rs 1,500 crore workers' board scam
Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij recommends a state or central agency probe into an alleged Rs 1,500 crore scam in the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Massive irregularities found in work slips and registrations.
Texas Man Guilty in ISIS Bomb Plot with Undercover FBI
A Texas man pleaded guilty to providing bomb-making materials to an undercover FBI agent he believed was an ISIS operative. Read the shocking details of the international terror plot.
Texas ISIS Sympathiser Arrested by FBI in Bomb-Making Sting
A 21-year-old man in Texas was arrested by the FBI for attempting to provide bomb-making materials and cryptocurrency to ISIS. Read the full details of the foiled terror plot.
Nagpur: Contractor Spared in Fatal Construction Site Accident
Pachpaoli police book only tanker driver, not contractor, after fatal accident on flyover stretch. Residents flag ongoing safety hazards, dust, and chaos. Details inside.
Drug Raw Materials Worth Rs 1.2 Cr Seized in Joint Raids
Maharashtra ANTF & Karnataka Police conducted joint raids in Bengaluru & Belagavi, seizing chemicals worth Rs 1.2 crore. Home Minister clarifies value, details arrests. #DrugBust #KarnatakaPolice
Drug Raw Materials Worth Rs 1.2 Cr Seized in Bengaluru Raids
Maharashtra ANTF & Karnataka Police conduct joint raids in Bengaluru & Belagavi, seizing chemicals worth Rs 1.2 crore. Four arrested. Home Minister clarifies seized value.
Dhaka Madrasa Blast: 4 Hurt, Bomb Materials Found
A powerful explosion rocked a madrasa in Dhaka's Hasnabad, injuring four including a child. Police recovered bomb-making materials. No students were present due to holiday.
MLA Mahesh Tenginakai Inaugurates Build Expo-2025 in Dharwad
Hubballi-Dharwad Central MLA Mahesh Tenginakai inaugurated Build Expo-2025 at Karnatak College ground. The expo highlights sustainable construction tech and connects industry stakeholders. Read more.
HCLTech Partners with Microsoft for AI-Driven Discovery
HCLTech collaborates with Microsoft's Discovery platform to fast-track AI-led research in drug discovery, materials science, and semiconductor design. Discover the impact.
Ulhasnagar orders demolition of faulty Rs 52 crore roads
Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation directs MMRDA to demolish and reconstruct cracked roads at contractor's cost after quality failures. A third-party inspection by VJTI ordered.
IIT Delhi's AI 'AILA' Can Now Run Real Science Experiments
Researchers at IIT Delhi have developed an AI agent named AILA that can perform physical lab experiments like a human scientist, marking a major leap for AI in materials science.
Farmers' Day 2025: Sustainable Agriculture & UPSC Guide
On National Farmers' Day, explore crucial sustainable farming methods & the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). Essential reading for UPSC aspirants & eco-conscious citizens. Boost your current affairs knowledge now!
Kerala permits direct sale of unsold govt scrap post e-auction
Kerala govt allows departments to sell unsold scrap directly to empanelled agencies like Labourfed after failed e-auctions. Move aims to clear mounting piles of old vehicles & materials. Read more.
Supervisor arrested for negligence after worker's fatal fall in Pune
A construction supervisor in Pune has been arrested under BNS for negligence after an 18-year-old migrant worker fell to his death from the 15th floor. No safety gear was provided. Read the full investigation details.
Chinese researcher charged for smuggling E. Coli into US
The FBI has charged a Chinese post-doctoral researcher for illegally importing E. coli strains and making false statements. Read about the national security risks and the FBI's warning to institutions.
Visakhapatnam NGO's Breakthrough in Radiation-Resistant Concrete
Visakhapatnam-based INSWAREB's novel nano concrete (NAC) can prevent cracks in nuclear reactor shields. Their irradiated cement materials promise to extend infrastructure life, with BARC now involved.
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.
Delhi's pollution curbs leave labourers jobless, relief inaccessible
As GRAP curbs halt construction in Delhi-NCR, daily wage workers gather at Labour Chowk in vain. Govt's Rs 10,000 relief fails to help unregistered labourers facing hunger and health crises. Read more.
Pidilite Showcases Construction Solutions at Acetech 2025
Pidilite Industries presents its complete range of construction and interior solutions at Acetech expos in Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi. Discover innovations for modern building needs.
Nagpur Metro Uses Crushed Sand to Tackle Shortage
Facing a severe natural sand shortage, MahaMetro has begun using crushed sand for Nagpur Metro Phase II construction. Trials show promise for a long-term shift. Read more.
HP Construction Board Gives Rs 14.17 Cr Aid to Workers
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.
China-Japan Tensions Threaten Rare Earths Supply Chain
Military tensions between China and Japan escalate as Chinese jets lock onto Japanese aircraft. This could disrupt the critical rare earths supply chain, impacting global tech and EV sectors. Read the full analysis.
Jaipur: Tilted Building in Malviya Nagar Evacuates Residents
Panic in Jaipur's Malviya Nagar as an under-construction 5-storey hotel tilts dangerously. Cracks appear after illegal basement digging. Authorities evacuate area. Read the full report.
TSX Falls 0.5%, Canada Adds 53,600 Jobs in November
Canada's main stock index retreated from a record high, closing down 0.5% at 31,311.41. However, strong jobs data showing 53,600 new positions in November boosted economic optimism. Read the full analysis.
Jewar Building Collapse: Rs 1.3 Lakh Aid for 4 Families
Families of four unregistered construction workers who died in the Jewar building collapse received Rs 1.3 lakh each. Officials state registered workers would have been eligible for Rs 5 lakh. Read the full report.
IFC Backs India's First Integrated Battery Materials Facility
IFC commits $50M to GFCL EV for India's first fully integrated battery-materials plant in Gujarat. This greenfield project aims to cut import dependence and boost domestic EV supply chains. Read more about this strategic investment.
Delhi CM Orders DMRC for Strict Dust Control at Construction Sites
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.
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