Confusion over new ward boundaries in Kolhapur Municipal Corporation elections is causing candidates to campaign in wrong areas, wasting time and resources. Read about the impact of the four-member ward system.
VMC Commissioner Arun Mahesh Babu conducted surprise inspections in three wards, finding sanitation issues. Officers have one week to clear encroachments and improve cleanliness or face action.
UP's FSDA deploys 5 mobile labs & 24x7 camp to ensure safe, hygienic food for lakhs of pilgrims at Prayagraj's Magh Mela. Read about the comprehensive action plan.
Kolhapur district saw a sharp rise in road accident deaths towards 2025 end, with 368 fatalities. Authorities focus on night construction hazards and launch a month-long safety drive.
Food safety officials in Noida seized over 42 kg of Italian bread lacking expiry dates from a major sandwich chain. The crackdown is part of pre-New Year inspections across GB Nagar. Read for details.
Mohali Municipal Corporation finalizes ward boundaries, swapping numbers of Wards 32 & 39 and altering reservation status. Political activity set to intensify ahead of likely early 2026 elections.
Two BJP candidates for Mumbai's civic polls missed the Dec 30 nomination deadline, causing party embarrassment and highlighting last-minute selection issues. Read the full analysis.
Noida fire department approved only 35 venues for New Year's Eve after strict inspections. Officials warn of shutdowns for parties without event-specific NOCs. Read the full safety guidelines.
Repairs begin on Ahmedabad's Income Tax flyover after loose joints were found, just five months after a consultant's report declared its condition 'overall good'. The AMC assures the structure is safe.
The final electoral rolls for Patna's graduate and teacher constituencies have been published. Lists are open for public inspection. Check details here.
A routine check on East Coast Road led to the discovery of an illegal child care centre in Chennai. Officials found 21 children in confined rooms without mandatory surveillance. The centre has been sealed.
India's drug regulator CDSCO refuses to disclose risk-based inspection details under RTI, sparking debate on transparency vs. commercial interests. Experts warn this secrecy endangers public health.
Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant mandates regular checks of STPs, power, and sewer lines in private townships to ensure resident welfare. Read the full directive.
CISF begins specialized 6-day X-BIS training for UP SSF personnel to secure the Namo Bharat rapid transit. 40 personnel in first batch, 240 total to be trained. Read more.
Kerala Vigilance conducts surprise raids at 66 bars & excise offices over illicit liquor sales & bribery allegations. Public urged to report corruption via toll-free number.
Mumbai Fire Brigade's pre-New Year safety drive inspected 2474 establishments, issuing notices to 52 and acting against 122. Read the full fire safety advisory for celebrations.
DRM Ashish Jain inspected Banaras-Prayagraj rail section for Magh Mela 2026. Review covered safety, crowd management, and pilgrim facilities at Jhunsi and Rambagh stations.
A CAQM inspection in Gurgaon found severe road dust and waste management failures by MCG, with only 4 out of 125 roads dust-free. Learn about the health risks and mandated actions.
Bihar's agriculture department mandates weekly inspections of fertiliser traders to prevent hoarding and black marketing, ensuring adequate supply for Rabi season. Read more.
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.
Mumbai's BMC issues a 30-day notice to NSCI Worli for fire safety lapses. The action is part of citywide inspections launched after the deadly Goa nightclub fire. Details inside.
Delhi High Court cracks down on Richmondd Global School for being a dummy institution, imposes ₹75 lakh fine and allows transfer of 128 students. Details on the CBSE inspection and court orders inside.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal conducted a surprise inspection of Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital, ordering a 24-hour OPD and immediate improvements to patient care and facilities.
A high-level PPA delegation led by CEO Yogesh Paithankar inspected the Polavaram irrigation project, expressing satisfaction with progress. Officials aim to complete the national project by 2027, ahead of the next Godavari Pushkarams.
Goa conducted no inspections for single-use plastic ban from May 2023 to Dec 2025, recovering zero fines despite 45 complaints. CPCB now mandates strict monthly enforcement drives.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta conducted a surprise inspection of Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital, interacting with patients and reviewing facilities. See the details of her visit and key directives.
Rajasthan Forest Minister Sanjay Sharma's unannounced visit to Sikar's problem resolution camp revealed absenteeism and negligence. Officials, including the Collector, faced stern reprimand. Read the full story.
The Silver Lake Nursing Home, site of a devastating explosion, had a 'much below average' 1-star rating on Medicare's Care Compare system. Details on the safety concerns raised.
A major gas explosion at Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, caused a roof collapse and trapped residents. Emergency crews conduct rescue ops. Details inside.
Buxar DM Sahila conducted a surprise inspection of Sadar Hospital following a viral incident involving a BJP MLA. She reviewed healthcare services, staff attendance, and ordered strict action against negligence.