India Withdraws 22 Quality Orders, Updates Key Standards
India withdraws 22 difficult quality control orders for chemicals, easing compliance, while upgrading standards for telecom, cybersecurity, lifts, and gas stoves to modernize infrastructure.
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GMCH-32 Faculty Shortage Cripples Patient Care & PG Courses
Govt Medical College, Chandigarh faces a severe faculty crisis in ENT, surgery & other departments, impacting patient care & threatening postgraduate programs. Read more.
Panchkula Hotels, Nightclubs Violate Noise Norms, Disturb Residents
Residents in Panchkula sectors face sleepless nights as reopened hotels and clubs operate beyond 4am, violating police permits and noise limits. FORA appeals to HSVP and police for action. #Panchkula #NoisePollution
10 Relationship Rules to Stop Following in 2025
Modern relationships demand new rules. Discover 10 outdated norms from fixed roles to constant agreement that Indian couples are abandoning for healthier partnerships in 2025.
Rajiv Gandhi's 1985 Tech Import Norms & Key Events
On December 2, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi set strict tech import rules for industry, Karnataka CM called for tougher libel laws, and Punjab saw violence. Explore this pivotal day in India's history.
DGCA Demolition Notices for 10 Kolkata Airport Structures
DGCA directs demolition of 10 structures, including a housing complex, for violating aviation height norms near Kolkata airport. Owners have 60 days to comply or face action.
Jaipur School Vehicles Fail Safety Check, Majority Violate Norms
A surprise inspection in Jaipur revealed most school buses, vans, and autos violate safety rules. Vehicles were seized for over-age and overloading. Read about the crackdown.
Pune Fire Reveals MIDC Safety Lapses, 1 Dead
A deadly blaze in a Pune powder-coating factory highlights inadequate fire safety and lack of inspections in MIDC areas. Civic officials demand action. Read more.
BMC Sends Notices to Major Infra Projects Over Dust Norms
Mumbai's BMC issues notices to bullet train & coastal road projects for flouting dust rules. Only 38% of city's sites have mandatory AQI sensors installed. Details inside.
NCR Fire Safety Lags Behind Soaring Skyscrapers
The deadly Hong Kong fire forces a hard look at NCR's firefighting capabilities. With ladders reaching only 42m against 300m towers, residents are at risk. Read about the urgent upgrades needed.
India mulls QCO on food processing machines
India plans Quality Control Orders for food processing machinery to curb substandard Chinese imports, boost safety, and reduce 41% import dependency. Read more.
India's Battery PLI Scheme Delays Prompt Govt Rethink
India's ambitious battery manufacturing push faces significant delays with only 1.4GWh of 50GWh target achieved. Government considering deadline extensions and relaxed localization norms for PLI-ACC scheme beneficiaries.
7 Bus Operators Fined for Sanitation Norm Violations
Chandigarh administration penalizes 7 bus operators for violating sanitation norms at Inter State Bus Terminus. Fines totaling ₹35,000 imposed during special inspection drive.
DU Forms Committee to Inspect 12 Medical Institutions
Delhi University establishes inspection committee to evaluate infrastructure, faculty shortages and compliance with NMC norms across 12 medical colleges. Key findings expected to guide institutional improvements.
DoT Requires Active SIM for WhatsApp, Telegram in 120 Days
India's DoT mandates messaging apps like WhatsApp to work only with active SIMs. Companies must submit compliance reports within 120 days. Learn what this means for users.
NHRC mandates safety recall for sleeper buses
National Human Rights Commission directs states to recall unsafe sleeper buses, remove driver partitions, install fire systems after Jaisalmer tragedy killed 20. States must report action in 2 weeks.
Carmakers oppose weight-based emission concession
Tata, Hyundai, Mahindra oppose weight-based emission concession for small cars in new efficiency rules, saying it benefits only Maruti Suzuki and hurts India's EV goals. Read more.
RBI Unveils 7 New Digital Banking Directives
RBI strengthens digital banking framework with 7 new master directions covering IT governance, cybersecurity, and outsourcing. Learn how this impacts your banking security.
REITs to be Treated as Equity from January 2026
Sebi reclassifies REITs as equity instruments starting 2026, exempting existing investments. Move aims to deepen markets and align with global norms while boosting demand.
Trump's Oversized White House Ballroom Plan Sparks Row
US President Donald Trump clashes with architect over 90,000-sq-ft White House ballroom plan that experts say overshadows main building. Get exclusive details on the controversial project.
Mahindra: Chinese EVs Must Compete on Equal Terms
Mahindra & Mahindra welcomes Chinese EV competition but insists on level playing field and localization norms. Company reveals aggressive EV expansion plans targeting 20-25% sales by 2028.
India's New Seismic Map: Himalayan Arc in Zone VI
India releases updated seismic zonation map placing entire Himalayan arc in highest-risk Zone VI for first time. 61% of India now in moderate to high hazard zones. New building codes mandate stricter safety standards.
IndiGo Flight Delays in Pune Due to Pilot Refusal
Two IndiGo flights from Pune faced major delays after pilots cited duty time limits. Passengers express frustration over poor communication while airline blames operational issues.
Silchar's 21-Day Septic Tank Mandate to Protect Drains
Silchar Municipal Corporation gives households 21 days to install septic tanks. Direct sewage discharge into drains causing environmental hazards. Commissioner invokes Assam Municipal Act.
Delhi building collapse injures 5 in Shahdara
A four-storey under-construction building in Delhi's Shahdara collapses, injuring five including family members and labourers. Police are investigating safety norm violations. Read more.
India defers TREM V for small tractors, plans mid-stage norm
India plans an intermediate emission standard for sub-50 HP tractors to avoid steep price hikes, balancing environmental goals with farmer affordability. Read more.
37% Delhi vehicles non-compliant, PMO pushes EVs
PMO flags Delhi's disproportionate vehicle load with 37% running on outdated emission norms. High-level meeting directs Delhi, UP, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan to accelerate EV transition and expand charging infrastructure.
RBI Cracks Down on Pawnbroker Gold Loan Practices
RBI's new gold loan norms target pawnbrokers using customer gold as collateral for bank loans. Learn how this protects borrowers and strengthens regulations.
SC: No Fixed Timelines for President, Governor on Bills
Supreme Court rules no fixed timelines for presidential assent but allows judicial scrutiny for prolonged delays. Also: CAFE 3 fuel norms debate, Red Fort blast probe, and Bihar election analysis.
CAFE-3 Norms Spark Small vs Big Car Debate in India
India's proposed CAFE-3 emission norms create industry divide as small car makers warn of price hikes while SUV manufacturers support weight-based formula. Learn how this affects car buyers.
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